For years, Will McCloy was the one telling other people’s stories. A voice of triathlon, a broadcaster, a sharp and confident presence. But behind that voice was a kid who never felt safe, never felt enough, and never truly believed he deserved to be heard.

In this special episode, Will steps out from behind the mic and opens up about the parts of his life he has never spoken about publicly. From the trauma of childhood bullying and identity loss after injury to the years spent numbing, drifting, and trying to prove his worth through performance and success.

This is a story about silence, shame, and the slow work of learning to like yourself. About fatherhood, fear, and finding purpose. And about what happens when you finally stop hiding and start speaking your truth.

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Need support? You’re not alone.

If this episode brought up anything for you, or you’re struggling with your mental health, please consider reaching out to one of these organisations:

Australia

Lifeline – Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 – 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention.

Beyond Blue – Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online – Support for anxiety, depression, and mental health concerns.

headspace – headspace.org.au – Mental health support for young people aged 12–25 and their families.

United Kingdom

Samaritans – Call 116 123 – Free, 24/7 confidential support for anyone in distress.

United States and Canada

Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 – 24/7 free, confidential support from trained crisis counselors.

International

Find a Helpline – findahelpline.com – A global directory of mental health helplines in over 130 countries.

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