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From confusion to confidence: a parent & player story 🎙️⚽

This episode is different.

Today I’m joined by Emma (parent) and Evie (youth player) — not as experts, but as a real football family who went through my 10 week Program "The Football Fuel Academy" together.

Before starting, Emma felt like many parents do:
• Unsure if Evie was eating “enough”
• Confused by mixed nutrition advice online
• Wanting to support her daughter properly without pressure or food stress

Inside the Academy, everything changed.

In this conversation, Emma and Evie share:
• What football nutrition actually looks like in a busy family
• How understanding fuel improved energy, confidence, and recovery
• Why learning together as parent + player made the biggest difference
• The mindset shift that removed food battles and second-guessing
• What they wish they knew earlier in Evie’s football journey

This is exactly why The Football Fuel Academy exists.

It’s not about perfection.
It’s about giving parents clarity and players confidence — so football development isn’t limited by poor fuelling.

🚨 The Football Fuel Academy opens Jan 26th 2026
⏳ Doors close Feb 2nd 2026
👨‍👩‍👧 Limited to 10 parents/families only

If you’re a parent who wants to:
✔️ Support your footballer properly
✔️ Remove stress around food
✔️ Help your child train, recover, and grow like an athlete

This episode will resonate deeply.

🎧 Listen now
📩 Email the word ACADEMY to craig@thefootballnutritionist.com to join the waitlist

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Dr Peter Tierney: High-Performance Lessons from Chelsea FC & England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ⚽

What does world-class performance preparation actually look like inside the Premier League and international football and what can everyday players learn from it?

Today’s guest is Dr Peter Tierney, former Physical Performance Coach at Chelsea FC and Performance Scientist & Coach for England's National Teams. Peter has spent over a decade working with elite footballers at the highest level, shaping how they train, recover, fuel, and perform under extreme pressure.

In this episode, we go deep into what truly separates top athletes and how the same principles can transform any player’s development.

You’ll learn:

🤖 The future of wearable technology and AI
⚽ Recovery and performance frameworks he implemented at Chelsea & England 🥤 Why nutrition fundamentals are crucial to performance & recovery
📊 What data is collected & what that looks like in elite football
🧠 How mindset, behaviour, and habits determine long-term success and player availability
🏥 Tips on ice baths, sauna and other recovery methods
💡 Peter’s best advice for players, parents, and coaches who want to build high-performance environments

This conversation offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the science side of world football’s most elite setups and the practical lessons any player can use immediately to level up.

🎧 If you enjoy the episode, share it with a player, coach, or parent who’s serious about performing at their best.

You can find Dr Tierney Here https://www.instagram.com/drpetertierney/

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Giorgio Tassone: Inside Serie A Youth Nutrition 🇮🇹⚽

What does elite player nutrition really look like inside a Serie A academy — and where are most parents getting it wrong?

Today’s guest is Giorgio Tassone, the Performance Nutritionist for Como 1907’s Youth Academy in Italy. Giorgio works daily with some of the country’s top emerging footballers, shaping how they fuel for training, recovery, and long-term development.

In this episode, we dive deep into what it actually takes to fuel youth players for growth and performance — not just game day.

You’ll learn:
🍝 The biggest nutrition mistakes parents make with young players
⚽ What Italian academies like Como focus on when developing elite youth athletes
🥗 How to build real fuelling habits — not restrictive diets
🏋️‍♂️ Why energy availability matters more than protein powder
🇮🇹 What Giorgio has learned from working inside the Serie A system
💡 His best practical advice for parents, coaches, and players who want to get this right

This chat gives a rare behind-the-scenes look at youth performance nutrition in one of football’s most competitive environments — and how small changes can make a massive difference in a player’s future.

🎧 If you enjoy the episode, share it with a parent, coach, or teammate who’s serious about developing the next generation of footballers.

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Nicole O’Neill: From US College Soccer to Playing in Australia 🇦🇺

What’s it really like chasing the dream of professional football across different countries and systems?

Today’s guest is Nicole O’Neill, a dynamic attacking midfielder who has played her football in the US college system, Ireland, and here in Australia.

Nicole opens up on her journey through the highs, challenges, and learnings of navigating life as a young female footballer abroad. She also shares how dialling in her nutrition has transformed her performance and health — and what it’s like working directly with me on fuelling strategies.

In this episode, we get into:

⚽ Nicole’s experience in the US college system — the opportunities and the struggles
🥗 How proper fuelling has changed her energy, recovery, and overall game
🇦🇺 The differences between football in Australia vs the US
🇮🇪 Her time playing in Ireland and how it shaped her as an athlete
🍞 Her verdict on Vegemite (love it or hate it?)
👟 Nicole’s pro tip on how to tie your laces so they never come undone
…plus much more on mindset, growth, and life as a female footballer chasing the pro dream.

Whether you’re an aspiring player, a parent, or simply a football fan, Nicole’s story gives a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep pushing forward in the modern game.

🎧 If you enjoy the episode, share it with a teammate or friend who loves the beautiful game!

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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James Newbury: CrossFit Champion Takes on Hyrox World Championships

What does it take to compete on the world’s biggest high-performance stages?

Today’s guest is none other than James Newbury — 2024 CrossFit Games Teams Winner, Ironman finisher, four-time Australia’s Fittest Man, strongman competitor, bodybuilder, and founder of Phyba Performance.

Now, James is preparing to take on the 2025 Hyrox World Championships, and he’s here to give us a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to operate at the highest level.

In this episode, we dive into:

• 🏋️ James' training in the lead-up to Hyrox Worlds
• 🥗 How his fueling strategies have evolved over time
• 💊 His full supplement stack going into competition
• 🧠 Key advice for up-and-coming athletes
• 💬 Why lifting with Arnold Schwarzenegger is still on his bucket list

…plus much more on mindset, recovery, and life beyond sport.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent of a young athlete, this conversation will give you rare insight into the habits, mindset, and fuel that power elite performance.

🎧 If you enjoy the episode, share it with someone who needs to hear this!

Follow James on Instagram:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/jamesnewbury/
👉 https://www.instagram.com/phybaperformance/

Explore Phyba’s supplements:
🌿 https://phyba.com.au/

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Katie Barney: Fuelling Chelsea FC Women’s Rise to the Top

What does it take to fuel some of the biggest stars in world football — like Lauren James, Erin Cuthbert, Lucy Bronze, and Sam Kerr?

Today’s guest, Katie Barney (https://www.instagram.com/kjbnutrition/) knows better than anyone. As the Lead Nutritionist at Chelsea FC Women, Katie is at the heart of helping players perform, recover, and stay at their best in one of the most competitive environments on the planet.

In this episode, Katie opens the changing room door and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at:

- Her journey from passionate student to fuelling one of football’s biggest clubs

- How Chelsea’s elite athletes prepare their bodies for matchday dominance

- Why the academy players at Chelsea are out-eating the first team — and why that’s a good thing

- Why soy sauce is a staple on the menu at Chelsea!

- Why athletes should embrace simple sugars for top-level performance — not fear them

Plus much, much more!

Katie’s experience at the very top of the women’s game offers priceless insights for young players, parents, and coaches who want to understand what it truly takes to fuel like a pro.

🎙️ Share this with other coaches, players and parents who need to hear this!

Follow Katie on Instagram: [kjbnutrition]

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Evelyn Goldsmith: Goalkeeper at Adelaide University Soccer Team

🏆 Evie currently plays in goals for Adelaide University and was once on Adelaide United’s books.

🌟 In this episode we discuss:

• How she lost 12.4kgs
• The power of eating like a pro and the change in her confidence and energy
• Her fantastic start to the season! 2 rounds in and 2 team of the weeks
• How powerful Mary Fowler’s shots are!
• What it’s like working with me
• And much, much more!

🎙️ Whether you’re a parent, coach, or aspiring athlete, Evie’s journey will help you to understand the power of food and how important it is to fuel well to perform well.

Enjoy!

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

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Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.

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Sophie Mackintosh: Nutritionist at Tottenham Hotspur

⚽ Sophie Mackintosh @sophiemacknutrition is a sports nutritionist working with Tottenham Hotspur in England, who has worked with their academy players and now the elite women’s team. Her work focuses on optimising performance, recovery, and overall health through strategic nutrition tailored to the demands of elite football.

🏆 With years of experience fuelling future stars and top-level professionals, Sophie brings a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to thrive at the highest level of the game.

🌟 In this episode, Sophie shares exclusive insights into:

• What players at Tottenham are eating to fuel their performance
• Are young players eating enough to support growth and recovery
• The secrets to pre-game and post-game nutrition for peak performance
• Nutrition and menstrual cycles: how female athletes can better fuel their bodies
• Why players should block out social media noise and focus on evidence-based practices
• …and much, much more!

🎙️ Whether you’re a parent, coach, or aspiring athlete, Sophie’s expert advice will help you understand how to fuel like a pro and take your game to the next level.

Don’t miss this invaluable conversation with a nutritionist in elite football!

Sophie Mackintosh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiemacknutrition/

Remember to fuel for success and keep kicking those goals!

Connect with me:

Website: https://the-football-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefootballnutritionist/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFootballNutritionist_

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies and opinions of the author(s). The podcast aims to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnose specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employers.