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Authentic Resilience shares inspirational stories from the world of technology, media, business and sport. We talk to guests about their journeys — where they started, the challenges they faced, the wins, and the moments that shaped who they are today.
But it’s not just about the past. Each guest is a leading expert in their field and offers honest, practical insights from their work now. Whether it’s leadership, innovation, or performance, you’ll get a real sense of what drives success in their world.
Our mission is simple: to inspire, educate, and help people unlock their potential. We believe that authenticity, humility and resilience are key to overcoming obstacles and building lasting success.
Created and hosted by ICP Search, you can find Authentic Resilience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and through our website and LinkedIn. It’s for anyone curious about the stories behind success and how being authentic builds real resilience — in life and work.
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Who Are You Without the Shirt? Identity and Leadership with David Cosgrave
In this episode, Gary, Jake and Amelia sit down with David Cosgrave, a leader who has spent over two decades at the heart of elite football with clubs such as Tottenham, Liverpool, Fulham, FC Copenhagen, and Orlando City. From building performance and medical structures at the top level to guiding players through the pressures of UEFA and the Premier League, David brings a rare depth of insight into resilience, identity, and high performance.
The conversation ranges from his early life in Dublin and the values instilled by his family, to a career-defining back injury that redirected him into performance science, and his later work shaping cultures inside some of the world’s biggest clubs. David opens up about meditation, the “arrival fallacy” that plagues many high achievers, and how tools like the “10 shirts exercise” help players explore their identities beyond the badge.
Listeners will also hear his take on navigating different football cultures across countries, the role of food in shaping team dynamics, and why the next frontier in sport may rest with AI and performance technology. Above all, David reflects on what resilience really means today, not just “dusting yourself off” but embracing adaptability, empathy, and even surrender.
It’s a powerful journey into the realities of elite sport, identity, and authentic leadership.
We hope you enjoy listening!
