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The Unfunded Triathlon Podcast

The Unfunded Triathlon Podcast

Podfire 59 Episodes Oct 30, 2026

The Unfunded Triathlon Podcast is a show where triathlon meets real talk. Hosted by seasoned triathletes Lockie Jones and Lleyton Wall, it takes a deep dive into the controversies, challenges, and triumphs of the triathlete world. The podcast offers candid conversations about training, racing, and the culture around the sport.

Episodes

China's First World Cup Podiums: Can They Win Outside China? | Unfunded S2 EP27 (EP62)
China's First World Cup Podiums: Can They Win Outside China? | Unfunded S2 EP27 (EP62) Oct 30, 2026 2582 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton are back after a week off for Lleyton's uni exams, though he still has six months of placement to go. Lleyton raced the Pottsville Aqua Bike, which turned into a 90 K TT in the rain with no swim, and the boys talk about getting on top of the Australian summer heat early. Lockie is out of the sling just un
Kona Chaos: Collapses, DNFs and Penalties to Podiums | Unfunded S2 EP26 (EP61)
Kona Chaos: Collapses, DNFs and Penalties to Podiums | Unfunded S2 EP26 (EP61) Oct 16, 2026 2883 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton are back after a huge weekend in Kona, and Lockie has a confession: he's now a long course fan. Lleyton caught the end of the run from a cafe after a long ride, and Lockie tells the story of his 18th birthday, when he and his mates painted Vincent Luis's name across their chests at the Gold Coast World Ch
Aussie Legends vs German Greats: Who Wins Kona? | Unfunded S2 EP25 (EP60)
Aussie Legends vs German Greats: Who Wins Kona? | Unfunded S2 EP25 (EP60) Oct 9, 2026 2923 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton celebrate episode 60 and kick off World Championship week, starting with Lockie's belated birthday bash and why he was the first one to go home from his own party.With the IRONMAN World Championship back in Kona and the men and women racing on the same weekend for the first time since 2019, the boys debat
Wildest World Championship Finish Ever? WTCS Grand Final Recap | Unfunded S2 EP24 (EP59)
Wildest World Championship Finish Ever? WTCS Grand Final Recap | Unfunded S2 EP24 (EP59) Oct 2, 2026 3792 Brought to you By Official Beer Co.Produced By Podfire.The 2026 World Triathlon Championship Finals delivered one of the most dramatic weekends the sport has seen in years, and Lockie & Lleyton break down everything from Pontevedra.They dive into Matt Hauser's controversial sprint finish against Vasco Vilaca, debate whether World Triathlon needs a "hold your line" rule, discuss France
World Championship Week Is Here | Unfunded S2 EP23 (EP58)
World Championship Week Is Here | Unfunded S2 EP23 (EP58) Sep 23, 2026 3661 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by PodfireAfter a short break, Lockie and Lleyton return to the podcast to catch up on everything that's happened in the triathlon world. They discuss Lleyton's recent European racing block through Ireland, Tunisia and Nice, while Lockie opens up about his latest shoulder injury, surgery and the mindset that's helping him navigate ano
The World Title Race Just Blew Wide Open | Unfunded S2 EP22 (EP57)
The World Title Race Just Blew Wide Open | Unfunded S2 EP22 (EP57) Sep 4, 2026 2901 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by PodfireAfter a month between recordings, Lockie and Lleyton catch up from opposite sides of the world as Lleyton wraps up his European racing block while Lockie continues his return from injury. The boys discuss life in Font-Romeu, training alongside many of the world's best triathletes, and their plans for upcoming races in Irelan
Can Anyone Beat Hauser or Beaugrand? | Unfunded S2 EP21 (EP56)
Can Anyone Beat Hauser or Beaugrand? | Unfunded S2 EP21 (EP56) Jul 31, 2026 2990 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.The boys kick off with stories from training, birthday celebrations, and a hilarious travel nightmare after a fellow triathlete almost missed his flight to Europe. They then discuss the surprisingly low profile of the Commonwealth Games before breaking down the newly announced 2027 World Triathlon calendar, including the re
London WTCS Preview & Edmonton Breakdown | Unfunded EP55
London WTCS Preview & Edmonton Breakdown | Unfunded EP55 Jul 24, 2026 3370 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return for another Freaky Friday episode, catching up on training, Leighton’s upcoming six-week European racing block, and Lockie’s return to full training after injury. They also discuss some of the latest innovations in triathlon, including the unusual hydrodynamic swim cap attachment that’s starting to
Matt Hauser Owns Hamburg | Unfunded S2 EP19 (EP54)
Matt Hauser Owns Hamburg | Unfunded S2 EP19 (EP54) Jul 17, 2026 3157 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.After a week away from the studio, Lockie and Lleyton return to break down one of the biggest weekends on the triathlon calendar. The boys dive into Matt Hauser’s incredible third consecutive Hamburg World Triathlon Championship Series victory, analyse the standout performances from the men’s and women’s races, and discuss
Hamburg Predictions & The Rise of Chinese Bikes | Unfunded S2 EP18 (EP53)
Hamburg Predictions & The Rise of Chinese Bikes | Unfunded S2 EP18 (EP53) Jul 10, 2026 3414 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return for a relaxed catch-up episode as they discuss a quieter period in the triathlon calendar before diving into the biggest talking points from around the sport. The boys recap the Tiszaujvaros World Cup, where Csongor Lehmann continued his remarkable dominance on home soil and Fanni Szalai claimed an
New Era of Triathlon With World Triathlon President Antonio Arimany | Unfunded S2 EP17 (EP52)
New Era of Triathlon With World Triathlon President Antonio Arimany | Unfunded S2 EP17 (EP52) Jul 3, 2026 3984 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.In this special episode of the Unfunded Triathlon Podcast, Lockie and Lleyton sit down with World Triathlon President Antonio Arimany for an in-depth conversation about the biggest changes shaping the future of the sport.Antonio explains how World Triathlon achieved its historic A1 governance classification, why transparenc
We Forgot To Hit Record | Unfunded S2 EP16 (EP51)
We Forgot To Hit Record | Unfunded S2 EP16 (EP51) Jun 26, 2026 2987 This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by Podfire.Lockie and Lleyton return after an unexpected week off and reveal the painful reason behind the break: forgetting to hit record during what was meant to be one of the biggest interviews in Unfunded Podcast history with the President of World Triathlon.The boys then dive into the latest World Triathlon Championship Series ac

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