PODCAST

In this powerful episode, Nika Pavić joins Dr. Paul Mansell in conversation with the remarkable Dr. Karla Drew — former Team GB heptathlete turned sport psychologist and course leader at the University of Staffordshire.

From the pressure of international competition to guiding athletes through the highs and lows of elite sport, Karla shares the lessons she’s learned on and off the track. She opens up about the mental tools that helped her thrive under pressure, the role of mentoring in athlete development, and why vulnerability and self-disclosure matter more than we think.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone striving to show up at your best when it counts — this episode is packed with insights, real talk, and the kind of perspective that sticks with you long after the mic turns off.

🎧 Press play — this is one you won’t want to miss.