The Brian Moylett Podcast

In this fascinating episode of The Brian Moylett Podcast, Brian Moylett sits down with Irish wingsuit pilot, BASE jumper, and professional tandem paraglider Michael Moran to explore one of the world's most dangerous—and exhilarating—sports.

From growing up on a farm in Tipperary, Ireland, to living in Ölüdeniz, Turkey, one of the world's most famous paragliding destinations, Michael shares his extraordinary journey into wingsuit flying, BASE jumping, and paragliding.

But this conversation goes far beyond extreme sports.

Brian and Michael dive into the psychology of fear, performance under pressure, mental resilience, mindfulness, risk management, peak performance, personal growth, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life.

Whether you're interested in sports psychology, high performance, mental toughness, adventure sports, leadership, or simply living with more courage, this episode is packed with insights.

In this episode, we discuss:
What wingsuit flying is and how it works
Flying at over 250 km/h through the mountains
The psychology of fear and how elite performers manage it
Why preparation creates confidence under pressure
Performance psychology and staying calm in high-risk environments
The importance of routines and rituals before performing
Managing adrenaline in extreme sports
BASE jumping and the realities of risk
Losing friends in dangerous sports and dealing with grief
Building mental resilience through discomfort
Why cold water, exercise and movement improve mental health
Alan Watts, mindfulness and living in the present moment
Why success isn't always about money
Finding purpose through passion
The simple life versus chasing ambition
Sponsorship in extreme sports
Lessons anyone can apply to sport, business and everyday life

Who is Michael Moran?
Michael Moran is an Irish wingsuit pilot, BASE jumper, and professional tandem paraglider based in Ölüdeniz, Turkey, widely regarded as one of the world's best locations for paragliding and free flight.
Alongside flying tandem paragliding professionally, Michael continues to pursue wingsuit flying at the highest level while mentoring newer pilots and promoting safe progression within the sport.

Key Takeaways
Fear isn't the enemy—it's information.
Confidence comes from preparation, not bravado.
Managing pressure is a skill that applies in sport, business and life.
Purpose often comes from pursuing what you genuinely love.
The greatest moments in life can't be bought.

Memorable Quotes
"Fear is what keeps you alive.""I feel like I've won the lottery after a perfect sunset flight.""Time is the real currency.""If you really love something, you'll always find a way."About The Brian Moylett Podcast
The Brian Moylett Podcast features conversations with world-class performers, athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, psychologists, authors and thought leaders exploring:

High Performance
Mindset
Sports Psychology
Leadership
Mental Health
Personal Development
Success
Human Performance
Peak Performance
Wellbeing
New episodes every week.

Connect with Michael Moran
Follow Michael's incredible flying journey on Instagram:
@michaelmoran

Connect with Brian Moylett
Brian Moylett is a keynote speaker, mindset coach, bestselling author, rugby coach and performance coach helping athletes, teams and organisations perform at their best.
Follow Brian for more conversations on mindset and high performance.
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Andrew shares what helped him play his best rugby, the mindset he had going into games and how he got through a slump in form in his mid-twenties. He talks about advise that Paul O’Connell gave him in Ireland camp, how Joe Schmidt got the best out of him and what he did to build his confidence.

Andrew gives his thoughts on the state of Ulster Rugby at the moment. He also talks about the team he was in with Ruan Pienaar and Johan Muller, and why Leinster Rugby kept getting the better of them in knockout games. He speaks on the financial viability of the game and also what laws are making the game less enjoyable to watch.
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Unlock the secrets to elite performance in this explosive episode with New Zealand’s leading mental performance coach, David Niethe. From his humble beginnings working out of a converted garage in Auckland to coaching world-class athletes—including Olympic Gold medalist Lydia Ko and former UFC champion Israel Adesanya—David shares his unfiltered journey of transformation.

In this episode, discover how:

Mindset is Everything: Learn why David believes that developing a winning mindset is the key to overcoming obstacles, whether you're battling self-doubt or physical limits.
Obsessiveness Fuels Success: Hear raw stories about how relentless drive and a refusal to settle propelled him from a struggling printer to a champion of mental toughness.
Coaching the Elite: Get insider insights into the techniques that help top athletes like Lydia Ko and Adesanya break through their barriers and perform under pressure.
Turning Failure into Fuel: Explore how embracing failure and defying societal expectations can ignite your potential and lead to unparalleled success.

If you're passionate about performance, personal growth, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, this conversation is a must-listen. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or someone striving for high performance in business or life, David Niethe's journey and insights will leave you inspired to push beyond your limits.

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Damien has coached Leeds Rhinos, London Broncos, England Rugby League, Leicester Tigers, England A, England 7s, Huddersfield Giants, Welsh Rugby Academy, and 7s with Canada, Samoa, Germany and Kenya.

In the podcast Damien chats about;
How to bounce back when you lose your job as a coach.
How he transitioned from Rugby League to Union and 7s.
What League coaches bring to Union.
His experiences coaching Leicester Tigers in the early 00s, with Martin Johnson, Austin Healy and the Tuilagis.
Mistakes he made and learnings he got while coaching the England Rugby ‘A’ team.
His Irish heritage, and the influence that had on him.
The importance of the fundamentals in rugby.
The 3 types of coaches that there are.
How to get jobs as a professional coach.
The wild story behind how he got the job as Samoa 7s coach.

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Will Webster played in the English Championship, but decided to retire from the game to concentrate on coaching in his early 20s. He has gone on to coach Kenya 7s on the World Series, Hong Kong 7s & 15s and New England Free Jacks in Major League Rugby, winning two titles there. He now coaches coaches.

We chat about his journey in the game and also the below,
How he got the Kenya 7s job aged 24.
What it was like living in Kenya as an English man.
The unusual pressure and issues that he and the Kenyan players faced.
How to set up effective learning environments.
Ideas he learned as a teacher that he uses in his coaching.
The lightbulb moment he had when at training with Saracens.
Why he retired so young to coach.
The effects of mobile phones on young athletes.
How to speed up connections between coaches and players.
How to maximize the effectiveness of your team meetings.
How coaches can improve at their craft.
What his work entails by supporting coaches.

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