The Legacy Pod

Sevan Matossian is the former Director of Media for CrossFit.He's an extraordinary film-maker with an extraordinary story.Raised in a loving home, he first picked up a camera when he was 14. It would be the beginning of a career that would take him to the top of the world's fastest sport - CrossFit - but not before he spent two years living on the streets.Sevan has embarked on a new project with Mat Fraser, five times CrossFit champion, and former Navy S.E.A.L. and CrossFit athlete Josh Bridges. What does it feel like making two of the most popular guys in the sport laugh?Beyond CrossFit, we talked COVID-19, politics, racism, health and everything in between.We discussed the impact of losing parents and how that influences relationships with our own children.Listen, rate and subscribe. This was gold.

Eilidh Barbour is one of the most recognisable faces in British sports broadcasting TV.Not only is she Sky Sports’ host of Scottish football, but alongside the likes of Gary Linker, Gabby Logan and Rio Ferdinand, she is part of the BBC team covering this summer’s European Championships.From making cups of tea on local radio stations, to presenting and reporting on the biggest sports events on the planet, Eilidh has thrown everything at building a career she can be proud of.In this episode she discussed so many aspects of her journey - including the challenges women face in the media and the criticism that comes with being a female with an opinion on football.For the dinosaurs out there who still think that’s not possible, you’ll soon realise professionals like Eilidh know more about sport than most.Eilidh should be an inspiration to any young girl with ambitions to reach the very top of their chosen career. You can't be what you don't see. That's living a legacy.

Kris Boyd is one of the most successful footballers Scotland has produced. The former Rangers, Kilmarnock and Scotland striker has won medals, played for his country and is the all-time leading goalscorer in the Scottish Premier League.After a hugely successful career on the pitch, Kris has been just as successful off it as a football analyst.Yet it's the work he is doing to tackle mental health that might end up being his biggest achievement.Following the tragic death of his brother Scott, Kris founded The Kris Boyd Charity to help tackle the growing issue of mental health,Forget what you think you know about Kris Boyd the player or pundit. Take some time to listen to his thoughts on why people are struggling with their mental health and what more can be done to help.

David Duke was homeless, struggling for a purpose and lost in life.The chance to play in the homeless World Cup in 2014 changed his life.Suddenly David had structure, a way out of homelessness and a reason to say no to drink, drugs and all the other negative distractions in his life.Fast forward 17 years and David has built Street Soccer Scotland and Street Soccer London - organisations using the power of football to lift people out of social inequality and homelessness.With an MBE, David has become a renowned and respected figure both in business and sport. This is one of the most inspirational stories you could hear.Football and sport has the power to change lives. David Duke is proof of that.

Zack George is the Fittest Man in the UK - and one of the nicest guys in CrossFit.In 2020, he was heading to compete in the 2020 CrossFit Games - only for the COVID-19 pandemic to shatter his dreams.In 2021, injury has curtailed his hopes of clinching another ticket to the Games, yet he's stayed positive.In this episode we talked about the mindset which has shaped his life as an athlete and businessman.He reflected on his transition from an overweight kid to fierce competitor on the global stageZack addressed the pride and responsibility he felt demanding change from CrossFit as the organisation was engulfed in a storm of racism as the sport was accused of caring little for its diverse community. He spoke about the direction under new CEO Eric Roza and his excitement for the future.As his new book - Start Where Others Stop - hits the shelves next week, it's clear Zack George is the real deal who has even bigger things heading his way over the next few years.

Hamad Al Amari is a comedian, entrepreneur and creator.With a thick Irish accent, he sounds more Dublin than Doha - but Qatar is his home and he's fiercely proud of helping to tell its story.Hamad talked about:Doing the things people say can't be doneBeing bullied in the playgrounds of DublinEducating people about QatarCreating a space for the next generation of creatorsBeing inspired by the parents who gave him the freedom to build his own futureHamad is a guy to admire and respect for embracing an attitude that there is a life to live and a legacy to leave.

James Stanton Cooke - aka Jimmy Halfcut - is an Australian rainforest warrior and co-founder of the HalfCut organisation, a social movement raising awareness around the reality that half of the world’s forests have been destroyed.Jimmy has been on a quest to save the planet, one tree at a time.He spoke about the reasons for trying to tackle climate change - sparked by the memories of the violence his community suffered protesting against the construction of a motorway which destroyed the natural habitat he grew up enjoying.This was a conversation completely different to any so far on the Legacy Pod - but it might just be one of the most important.Enjoy the story of Jimmy Halfcut… the man with half a beard.

Si Ferry is a professional footballer and host of the YouTube show Open Goal.Since starting the show three years ago, Si has taken the media world by storm with the his incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the world of football.His move into the media came at a time when Si had no idea what the future held. He went from playing in front of huge crowds to working midnight factory shifts and delivering kitchens simply to provide for his family.The success of Open Goal has taken the pressure off. He's thriving with one of the best football shows in the UK. But Si's real legacy is helping young footballers understand it's never too early to plan for life beyond the game.