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Head Game

Head Game

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Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

2025 Nova
Social Sciences
Episodes
  • NRL Icon Adam Reynolds On Teamwork And Determination
    Nov 11 2025

    Adam Reynolds grew up in the Sydney suburb of Redfern - the heartland of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. A gifted junior footy player, he quickly rose through the ranks, taking home plenty of awards and ultimately winning the NRL premiership in 2014. But he shocked the NRL community in 2021 when he left the Rabbitohs to head north and captain the Brisbane Broncos - leading them to victory in the 2025 NRL Grand Final.

    But his success hasn't been without its struggles. He's battled multiple injuries throughout his career, the latest sidelining him as the Broncos beat the Melbourne Storm to take home the 2025 Premiership. Now Adam is detailing the highs and lows of his career in his memoir 'On My Own Terms'. Adam spoke with Ant about his determination to get through injuries, how his young family inspires him and the power of teamwork.

    LINKS

    • Adam's book 'On My Own Terms' is out now
    • Follow Adam on Instagram
    • Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
    • Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
    • Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

    CREDITS

    Host: Ant Middleton
    Editor: Adrian Walton
    Executive Producer: Damien Haffenden
    Managing Producer:
    Ricardo Bardon

    Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    46 mins
  • The Real War Experience Behind Jack Carr's 'The Terminal List'
    Nov 4 2025

    Jack Carr grew up with a love of reading, and when he joined the Navy SEALs, he always carried a book with him into battle. But when we left the military life to focus on his family, a new career as a bestselling author flourished. Now his books have been adapted into two hit Amazon Prime Video series: The Terminal List starring Chris Pratt, and The Terminal List: Dark Wolf starring Taylor Kitsch.

    In this episode, Jack reveals how his love of reading fuelled his military career, the lessons from his SEAL training he still carries with him today, and how his experience has made him a better storyteller today.

    LINKS

    • Jack Carr's latest book 'Cry Havoc' is out now
    • Follow Jack on Instagram
    • Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
    • Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
    • Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

    CREDITS

    Host: Ant Middleton
    Editor: Adrian Walton
    Executive Producer: Damien Haffenden
    Managing Producer:
    Ricardo Bardon

    Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    52 mins
  • Claire McAuliffe’s Escape From A Religious Cult
    Oct 28 2025

    Growing up in a strict religious household and sheltered from the outside world, Claire McAuliffe found herself coerced into marriage at the age of 18. When her husband moved Claire and their growing family to a compound belonging to a known doomsday cult, she slowly began to question the absurd teachings and questionable actions of cult leaders and members. As her questions grew, Claire found herself and her children kicked out of the family home.

    In this episode, Claire reveals why she and her kids were actually happy when the sheriff knocked on her door with an eviction notice, and how she endured decades under strict religious lifestyles.

    SUPPORT

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    • More resources are available here

    LINKS

    • Claire's book 'Lessons From A Cult Survivor' is out now
    • Follow Claire on Instagram
    • Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
    • Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
    • Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

    CREDITS

    Host: Ant Middleton
    Editor: Adrian Walton
    Executive Producer: Damien Haffenden
    Managing Producer:
    Ricardo Bardon

    Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    49 mins
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I was grateful to find this podcast - thankyou Ant, for sharing your conversations with people who share an outlook that shares great stories with meaning and life lessons xoxo

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