

The Tenacity Podcast
Fergus Crawley
I'm Fergus, host of The Tenacity Podcast. We explore stories of grit, growth and the human spirit.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 49min
How I’m Traveling, Recovering & Racing 10 Ironmans In 10 Days In 10 Cities | Q&A

Nov 17, 2025 • 59min
This Is What Men Never Talk About | Simon Davidson
In this engaging discussion, Simon Davidson, a men's mental health advocate and endurance challenge enthusiast, dives into the silent struggles men face. He shares insights from his 60/60/60 challenge, emphasizing the importance of creating tech-free spaces for mental clarity. They unpack the staggering suicide statistic of one man every 60 seconds and its emotional impact. Simon also reflects on grief, personal loss, and how vulnerability can foster meaningful conversations, advocating for compassionate routines that prioritize well-being over mere happiness.

Nov 11, 2025 • 34min
I'm No Longer A Hybrid Athlete...
Welcome to The Tenacity Podcast, as I leave The Modern Mind behind in pursuit of a slightly different direction.The same great guests, the same in depth conversations, just a little more focus on training, endurance, and my own journey training towards Project TENacity and beyond...Today, I sit down with Liam, who helped me prepare for and lift The Husafell Stone, as I close the chapter on emphasising top end strength, after 15 years.Podcast YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@themodernmind?si=PBWu5LhJYxGJ_Wl6My next challenge: https://youtu.be/DAuOj3IPUR8?si=i6X7jf5gtsuEVluE Donation link: https://givestar.io/gs/project-tenacity

Oct 20, 2025 • 27min
Rob Lipsett - The Reality Of Becoming Of Becoming A Parent... (Brothers In Arms)
Rob Lipsett, a fitness entrepreneur and YouTuber, discusses the transformative journey of fatherhood and its impact on his priorities and training. He highlights adapting to parenthood with efficient workouts and the value of community through his Marbella run club. The conversation delves into the benefits of blending strength and endurance training, along with insights on maintaining mental health through fitness. Rob also stresses the importance of genuine content creation and warns against harmful social media comparisons.

Oct 10, 2025 • 16min
I'm Training For 10 Iron Distance Tris, In 10 Days...
Welcome to what will be the final epsiode of The Modern Mind, before we announce a few changes...Let's break down waht I'm training for, why I'm training for it, and what the biggest challenges are expected to be, before I even get to the start line!Podcast YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@themodernmind?si=PBWu5LhJYxGJ_Wl6My next challenge: https://youtu.be/DAuOj3IPUR8?si=i6X7jf5gtsuEVluE Donation link: https://givestar.io/gs/project-tenacity

Sep 29, 2025 • 31min
Jamie Crawley - Confronting Failure As A Professional Athlete (Brothers In Arms)
Welcome to episode 1 of a new series within the podcast: Brothers In Arms.The podcast will soon transition from The Modern Mind to Tenacity, but I'll keep you all posted on this!Today, Jamie, my brother, joins me for his first appearance on the podcast, as we introduce this new series...Me and a bro, hitting an arms session, exploring their story and extracting their lessons.The video version of each BIA episode will sit on Fergus's main YouTube channel, with clips to follow on the podcast channel.Podcast YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@themodernmind?si=PBWu5LhJYxGJ_Wl6My next challenge: https://youtu.be/DAuOj3IPUR8?si=i6X7jf5gtsuEVluE Donation link: https://givestar.io/gs/project-tenacity

Sep 22, 2025 • 14min
The Podcast Is Back.
The Modern Mind Podcast returns... But nor for long?Let me explain why the pause, what's been going on, and what's happening next (the most exciting part).It's good to be back, and I'm very excited for what's to come.Podcast YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@themodernmind?si=PBWu5LhJYxGJ_Wl6My next challenge: https://youtu.be/DAuOj3IPUR8?si=i6X7jf5gtsuEVluE Donation link: https://givestar.io/gs/project-tenacity

Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 6min
#127 | Rick William | Uncovering Your Purpose: Finding Meaning Beyond Success.
In this episode, Fergus is joined by Rick William, former competitive bodybuilder, entrepreneur and coach.Rick started a professional gaming team at 14, co-created multiple successful fitness businesses, became a competitive bodybuilder and went on to discover that success is about much more than external achievements.Rick shares how a deeper understanding of his values and emotional growth became the turning point in his life, leading him on a transformative journey into spirituality and conscious leadership.We dive into the power of self-awareness, the importance of meaningful relationships, and what it truly means to find purpose and fulfillment. Rick's unique perspective will challenge how you think about success, happiness, and living in alignment with your passions.Expect to learn why redefining success is essential for fulfillment.Expect to understand the importance of self-awareness in personal and professional growth.Expect to gain practical tips for navigating fear and stepping into your potential.Rick’s Instagram: @iamrickwilliamRick’s website: https://www.rickwilliam.com/Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20https://daysbrewing.com/

Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 1min
#126 | Matt Choi | Embracing Discomfort: Running, Resilience, and Redefining Success
In this episode, Fergus is joined by Matt Choi, endurance athlete, content creator, and entrepreneur. Fergus and Matt discuss Matt’s journey from American Football to Running, alongside focussing on his mindset shifts behind embracing discomfort, handling criticism, and building resilience through multiple marathons and ultra-endurance challenges. Matt shares his valuable insights on redefining success, finding purpose, and what it truly means to step outside your comfort zone. Expect to learn the importance of embracing discomfort. Expect to better understand how to deal with criticism. Expect to reflect on your definition of success and how you want to get there. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrMatt's Instagram: @mattchoi_6Matt's YouTube: @mattchoiFergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20https://daysbrewing.com/

Oct 21, 2024 • 29min
#125 | Why Running Will Change Your Life. 6 Lessons...
In this episode, we have 6 powerful lessons from previous guests, each sharing how running has transformed their lives.Jonny Davies, Ultra runner and fitness content creator, explains how running has helped him so much with managing his mental health. Sonny Webster, former Team GB Olympic Weightlifter and business owner, explains how getting into running recently has given him a completely new aspect of fitness and being a student again is so valuable for us. Dan Williams, Co-Founder of WIT Fitness, explains how being outside and taking part in running events instead of being confined to a CrossFit gym has given him huge mental benefits that have helped him cope with stress and lots of things going on in the business world Lewis Robling, former professional rugby player turned ultra runner, describes his own mental struggles after leaving rugby and how running has been so valuable in helping him to overcome them and ultimately give him the toolbox to improve his mental health. Kori Sampson, Reality TV Star and Fitness Influencer, explains how completing an ultra marathon in Africa has made the hard things in life seem easier to manage and allowed him to escape the real world and just have time to himself Imo Boddy, Ultra-Runner and World Record Holder, shares how putting herself through hard and long runs has helped her with dealing with the many challenges of life and developed her as a person Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLrJonny’s Instagram: @jonnyrdaviesSonny’s Instagram: @sonnywebstergbDan’s Instagram: @iam_danwilliamsLewis’ Instagram: @lewis_roblingKori’s Instagram: @korisampsonImo’s Instagram: @imoboddyFergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors:Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20https://www.vivobarefoot.comDays Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20https://daysbrewing.com/


