Inside the Mind of Champions

Updated: 26 Aug 2025 • 153 episodes
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Former England Cricketer Jeremy Snape has spent the past ten years researching 'The Winning Mindset' of some of the world’s most successful performers. His journey has taken him around the world, interviewing elite sports stars and coaches, as well as neuroscientists and leaders from the performing arts, business and the military. In this podcast series, Jeremy takes you Inside the Mind of Champions, sharing their exclusive stories on mindset, leadership and team culture to accelerate success in your life and career.

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In this week’s micro-lesson, we turn the spotlight on the Women’s Rugby World Cup, which has kicked off in England to record crowds and global buzz. More than just a tournament, it’s a powerful driver of cultural change, raising the profile and visibility of women’s sport worldwide. New Zealand legend Anna Richards, a

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CEO of Swim England, Andy Salmon, joins Jeremy Snape for a candid conversation about transforming a troubled sporting organisation. In the wake of scandals involving bullying, body shaming, and safeguarding failures, Andy was brought in to reset Swim England’s culture and vision. You’ll hear honest reflections on the s

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In this week’s micro-lesson, we dive into the fascinating world of team building, drawing inspiration from the legendary British and Irish Lions rugby squad. With special guests Warren Gatland and Sir Ian McGeechan, two coaching titans who have led the Lions on their iconic tours, this episode sheds light on how divers

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Shobie Ramakrishnan is the Chief Digital and Technology Officer at GSK and a true trailblazer in the world of tech and innovation. With decades of experience spanning Silicon Valley and senior roles at global companies like AstraZeneca and Salesforce and Deliveroo, Shobie brings a wealth of insight into leading digital

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Endurance icon and Ironman World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay shares the mental strategies she relies on to push through the toughest moments in training and racing. In this powerful micro-lesson, she breaks down how visualisation, positive self-talk, and reflecting on past wins can help you stay strong when things ge

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Renowned psychologist and author Professor Binna Kandola shares decades of insight on equality, unconscious bias, and real-world examples of inclusion. Binna Kandola OBE is co-founder and senior partner of Pearn Kandola, a business psychology practice. He works with organisations including Citigroup, Nestlé, and the Wo

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