The Mind Games Podcast

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By: Mitch Farag

Lessons and Mindset around what really drives success in Australian sport, Business and beyond!We have identified gap in saturated podcast landscape. More than ever, we want to hear and listen to transparent conversations. Behind the gloss and the shine, we want to know the real person behind the glory.Entrepreneurs and athletes are not always relatable to the wider public. We will combat this with down to earth and intimate conversations with people that we wonder how they do it. How they win.We deliver free flowing conversations without any fixed segments that explore the intersection between sport, business...

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#45 Jeremy Latimore - Rugby League Journeyman, Boxing, Business and Mindset
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#45
Last Sunday at 8:50 AM

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag welcomes Rugby league Journeyman, pro boxer and businessman Jeremy Latimore. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of elite sport and mindset. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

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#44 Aaron Evans - World Cup Review, Consistency and High Performance
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#44
07/12/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag welcomes professional footballer Aaron Evans. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of elite sport and mindset. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

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#43 Josh Katz - Olympics, Business, Consistency and Excellence
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#43
07/05/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag welcomes two time Olympian Josh Katz. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of elite sport and mindset. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

Huge thanks to @thebyeround ​⁠ for allowing us to utilise the studio!

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#42 Fletcher Watson - Wildfire Content and Cultural Choice Association
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#42
06/28/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag welcomes back close mate and founder of Wildfire Content Fletcher Watson. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of acting and content. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

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#41 Tom Jaeger - solves all NSW State of Origin issues
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#41
06/21/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag welcomes back fan favourite of the show Tom Jaeger. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

Huge thanks to @thebyeround ​⁠ for allowing us to utilise the studio!

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#40 Denan Kemp - Bloke in a Bar
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#40
06/14/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with the OG in the NRL content space Denan Kemp from @BlokeInABar . This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy! Huge thanks to @thebyeround ​⁠ for allowing us to utilise the studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod https://www.instagram.com/themindgamespod/ Follow our TikTok - @themindgamespod https://www.tiktok.com/@themindgamespod Watch on YouTube - / @themindgamespod Listen on Spotify - @themindgamespod https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uBc4jqNJ... Listen on Apple - @themindgamespod http...


#39 Hectic Fred and Hadsrips - Bulldogs, cards and content!
#39 Hectic Fred and Hadsrips - Bulldogs, cards and content! episode artwork
#39
06/07/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with content creators Hectic Fred and Hadsrips. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy! Huge thanks to @thebyeround ​⁠ for allowing us to utilise the studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod https://www.instagram.com/themindgamespod/ Follow our TikTok - @themindgamespod https://www.tiktok.com/@themindgamespod Watch on YouTube - / @themindgamespod Listen on Spotify - @themindgamespod https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uBc4jqNJ... Listen on Apple - @themindgamespod https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...


#38 Dan Nilsson - What’s New In The Castle
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#38
05/31/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with content creator Dan Nilsson from what’s new in the castle. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy! Huge thanks to @thebyeround ​⁠ for allowing us to utilise the studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod https://www.instagram.com/themindgamespod/ Follow our TikTok - @themindgamespod https://www.tiktok.com/@themindgamespod Watch on YouTube - / @themindgamespod Listen on Spotify - @themindgamespod https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uBc4jqNJ... Listen on Apple - @themindgamespod https...


#37 Daniel Christian - Persistence, Determination and Excellence
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#19
05/24/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with professional cricketer Dan Christian. As we dive into his journey through the world of cricket, from career-defining highs to the challenges he’s battled along the way. DC opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level. Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy! Huge thanks to @thebyeround for allowing us to utilise the studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod https://www.instagram.com/themindgamespod/ Follow our TikTok - @th...


#36 Zali Hopkins - Youngest ever NRLW Captain speaks mindset, lifestyle and footy!
#36 Zali Hopkins - Youngest ever NRLW Captain speaks mindset, lifestyle and footy! episode artwork
#36
05/17/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with NRLW superstar Zali Hopkins, this discussion involves mindset, footy and lifestyle aswell as some banter along the way. Thank you to Grandstand Sports Management for the day! Use the below link for the largest possible discount off your Future Golf Membership! https://futuregolf.com.au/referral/ref/TMG15 A huge thanks to​⁠​⁠​⁠ ​⁠ ​⁠ ​⁠​​⁠ @thebyeround for allowing us to utilise he studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod https://www.instagram.com/themindgamespod/ Follow our TikTok - @themindgamespod https://www.tiktok.com/@themindgamespod Watch on YouTube - @themindgamespod Listen on Spotify - @themindgamespod htt...


#35 Jimmy Read - NRL Fan Bunker Qtr Season Review
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#35
05/10/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with fellow levels fan bunker panel member and mate Jimmy Read. This is a chat with banter, mindset and a qtr season nrl review. Enjoy!


#34 Portia Hill - Golf, Content, Law and more!
#34 Portia Hill - Golf, Content, Law and more! episode artwork
#34
05/03/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with pro golfer, content creator and law student Portia Hill. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Golf and content. Enjoy! Use the below link for the largest possible discount off your Future Golf Membership! https://futuregolf.com.au/referral/re... A huge thanks to​⁠​⁠​⁠ ​⁠ ‪@thebyeround‬ ​⁠​​⁠​⁠ for allowing us to utilise he studio! Follow our Instagram - @themindgamespod / themindgamespod Follow our TikTok - @themindgamespod / themindgamespod Watch on YouTube - @themindgamespod Listen on Spotify - @themindgamespod https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uBc.... Listen on Apple - @themindgamespod


#33 Jean Claude Bitar - NRLs Most Feared Fan Like You’ve Never Seen Before
#33 Jean Claude Bitar - NRLs Most Feared Fan Like You’ve Never Seen Before episode artwork
#33
04/26/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with content creator JC Bitar. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy!

Use the below link for the largest possible discount off your Future Golf Membership!


#32 Tom Jaeger - Content grind and Mindset
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#32
04/19/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with content creator Tom Jaeger. This is a chat with banter, mindset and the world of Rugby League content. Enjoy!

Use the below link for the largest possible discount off your Future Golf Membership! https://futuregolf.com.au/referral/ref/TMG15

A huge thanks to​⁠​⁠​⁠ ​⁠​​⁠ @thebyeround for allowing us to utilise he studio!


#31 Rick Burke - A Journey Through A Storied Corporate Career and Power Golf Australia
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#31
04/12/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with great mate and owner, operator of @powergolfaustralia Rick Burke. We delve into his storied corporate career and now his journey into business ownership and success! Enjoy!


#30 Eloise Wellings and Dr Rory Darkins - Olympic Dreams and Mental Skills
#30 Eloise Wellings and Dr Rory Darkins - Olympic Dreams and Mental Skills episode artwork
#30
04/05/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with Australian Olympic great Eloise Wellings and Mental skills coach Dr Rory Darkins. Eloise gives us an inside look about into her lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout her career. Rory gives us insights into the mental skills needed to succeed in high performance. With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in the world of the sports, overcoming obstacles in sporting career and thriving off the back of it. Enjoy!


#29 Michael Chammas - PNG Chiefs GM, Ex Leading Journalist. Business in sport!
#29 Michael Chammas - PNG Chiefs GM, Ex Leading Journalist. Business in sport! episode artwork
#29
03/29/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with ex SMH NRL journalist and now PNG Chiefs GM Michael Chammas. Michael gives us an inside look about into his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his career. With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in the world of the sports media, overcoming obstacles in sporting career and thriving off the back of it. Enjoy!


#28 The Leaguie - Bloke in a Bar, YouTube, Law and Mindset
#28 The Leaguie - Bloke in a Bar, YouTube, Law and Mindset episode artwork
#28
03/22/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with The Leaguie, YouTuber and footy fan. This chat involves mindset, goals, sporting landscape and great banter. Dylan is very impressive! He has been on other podcasts such as @BlokeInABar


#27 Isaac Issa - ESPN, Sports Journalism and Rugby League
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#27
03/15/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with Isaac Issa, ESPN sports journalist. This chat involves mindset, goals, sporting landscape and great banter. Isaac is very impressive!


#26 Jones Comerford - The Mind Games X Future Golf!
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#26
03/08/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with Jones Comerford about his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his Jr Golf career. We then discuss Future Golf! Australia's biggest and best multi-club golf membership, with over 200 partner courses across Australia and over 50,000 members.


#25 Eric Grothe Jr - his career, mindset, business, party stories and more!
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#25
03/01/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with NRL great Eric Grothe Jr about his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his NRL career and his entrepreneurial life! With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in professional Rugby League.


#24 Jye Gray - NRL star speaks on his journey to the NRL, Olivia Dean and more!
#24 Jye Gray - NRL star speaks on his journey to the NRL, Olivia Dean and more! episode artwork
#24
02/22/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with NRL superstar Jye Gray about his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his NRL career and life! With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in professional Rugby League.


#23 Hudson Young - Young Supps, Origin, Minor Premiership, Conor McGregor and more
#23 Hudson Young - Young Supps, Origin, Minor Premiership, Conor McGregor and more episode artwork
#23
02/15/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with NRL superstar Hudson Young about his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his NRL career and his entrepreneurial life! With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in professional Rugby League.


#22 Winston Neville - Content creation and Bulldogs superfan speaks the future of sports media!
#22 Winston Neville - Content creation and Bulldogs superfan speaks the future of sports media! episode artwork
#22
02/08/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with content creator and Bulldogs superfan Winston Neville. They discuss the world of content and give a 2026 NRL season preview.


#21 Ben Palmerone - #1 Century 21 Real Estate agent on adversity, mindset and high performance
#21 Ben Palmerone - #1 Century 21 Real Estate agent on adversity, mindset and high performance episode artwork
#21
02/01/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast!

Host Mitch Farag sits down with #1 real estate agent in Century 21 Ben Palmerone. As we dive into his journey through the world of real estate, high performance and entrepreneurship. Ben opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete in the real estate game


#20 Jock Campbell - High Performance Coach, speaks on working with cricket athletes and more!
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#20
01/25/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast!

Host Mitch Farag sits down with strength and conditioning legend Jock Campbell. As we dive into his journey through the world of cricket, hugh performance and entrepreneurship. Jock opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level.


#19 Nathan McAndrew - Hard work, persistence and succeeding at the highest level
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#19
01/18/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast!

Host Mitch Farag sits down with professional cricketer and good mate Nathan McAndrew. As we dive into his journey through the world of cricket, from career-defining highs to the challenges he’s battled along the way. Macca opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level.


#18 Will Salzmann - Mindset, self belief and the future of Australian cricket
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#18
01/11/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast!

Host Mitch Farag sits down with professional cricketer, Will Salzmann.


#17 Jono Castano - Trainer of the stars on his career and overcoming adversity
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#17
01/04/2026

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with entrepreneur, personality, trainer to the stars and all round great guy Jono Castano. We unpack his journey, training celebrities and overcoming adversity! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!


The Mind Games Podcast - Season 1 Best Bits!
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12/28/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast!

Host Mitch Farag sits down with some of the best minds in Australian sport, business and beyond! These are season 1 Best bits! Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!


#15 Jay Lenton - a glimpse into the life of a state cricketer
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#15
12/21/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with professional cricketer, coach and good mate Jay Lenton. As we dive into his journey through the world of cricket, from career-defining highs to the challenges he’s battled along the way. Jay opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level.


#14 Lachy Pringle - Triple M, Podcasting and the Wests Tigers
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#14
12/14/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with Lachy Pringle of Playing and Simple Podcast fame. We dive into his journey through the world of radio with Triple M, podcasting and his beloved Wests Tigers. Lachy opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors who left a mark, and the mindset required to progress throughout his career. Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!

Huge thanks to The Bye Round for allowing us to utilise the studio!


#13 Dimi Papadatos Life of a Pro Golfer, mindset, business and more!
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#13
12/07/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with professional golfer and friend Dimitrios Papadatos as we dive into his journey through the world of golf, from career-defining highs to the challenges he’s battled along the way. Dimitrios opens up about the moments that shaped him, the mentors and teammates who left a mark, and the mindset required to compete at the highest level. Packed with stories, laughs, and genuine insight enjoy!


#12 Matt Ikuvalu - Speaks on resilience, patience, determination and life beyond the NRL
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#12
11/30/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with former NRL star Matt Ikuvalu, We dive into his career, the challenges he’s battled, the teammates who left a mark, and the unseen moments that made him who he is. Packed with stories, laughs, and real talk Enjoy!


#11 Paul Dunn - Clive Churchill medalist and 2x premiership winner speaks mindset, goals and career
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#11
11/23/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with Paul Dunn, Clive Churchill Medalist and two-time premiership winner, who shares deep insights into his mindset, approach to goals, and the experiences that shaped his remarkable career. With powerful stories, honest reflections, and the chemistry that comes from real connection, this episode offers an inspiring look into Paul’s journey both on and off the field. Enjoy!


#10 Charlie White - gives insights into the world of sports media and co-founding The Bye Round
#10 Charlie White - gives insights into the world of sports media and co-founding The Bye Round episode artwork
#10
11/16/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag sits down with Charlie White, who dives into his career in sports media, the journey of co-founding The Bye Round Podcast, and the mindset behind navigating the business side of the industry. With great stories, lively banter, and insights shaped by friendship and experience, this episode offers a captivating look into Charlie’s path both professionally and personally. Enjoy!


#9 NRL Champion James Maloney - Speaks on championship mindset and life after footy
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#9
11/09/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast! Host Mitch Farag chats with Rugby League champion James Maloney, who opens up about his career, life outside of footy, and more. With great stories, lively banter, and valuable insights, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into James’s journey both on and off the field. Enjoy!


#8 Tom Decent - SMH Chief Sports Writer speaks life of a Journo and R360 insights
#8 Tom Decent - SMH Chief Sports Writer speaks life of a Journo and R360 insights episode artwork
#8
11/02/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with SMH Chief Sports Writer Tom Decent. Tom gives us an inside look about into his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his career. He also gives us some R360 insights. With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in the world of the entrepreneurship, overcoming obstacles in sporting career and thriving off the back of it. Enjoy!


#7 HECTICFRED - Like you've never seen him before!
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#7
10/26/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with content creator Hectic Fred. Fred gives us an inside look about into his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout content creation career. With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in the world of the entrepreneurship, overcoming obstacles in sporting career and thriving off the back of it. Enjoy!


#6 Sam Norris - All things motivation and The Mindset Playbook
#6 Sam Norris - All things motivation and The Mindset Playbook episode artwork
#6
10/19/2025

Welcome to the Mind Games Podcast - Host Mitch Farag chats with Sam Norris from The Mindset Playbook. Sam gives us an inside look about into his lessons and mindset that have driven his success throughout his sporting and corporate career. With some great stories and lively banter, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the journey to make it in the world of the entrepreneurship, overcoming obstacles in sporting career and thriving off the back of it. Enjoy! Apologies for the first minute that you can only see Sam, he is much better to look at than me...