Episode 164

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6th Jul 2025

#164 – From State of Origin to Starting Over: The Adam Mogg Story

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Episode Summary: 


From the heights of State of Origin glory to rock bottom, Adam Mogg's journey is anything but ordinary. In this raw and heartfelt conversation, Adam opens up about the emotional highs of living out his childhood dream, scoring twice on Origin debut for Queensland and the brutal lows of walking away from a lucrative $700,000 contract in France to prioritise his family and wellbeing. 


He shares candid insights on rebuilding from zero after retirement, starting again in his parents’ home with two kids and no income, and learning how to succeed in the commercial property world from the ground up. From crying in the shower to closing multimillion-dollar deals, Adam reveals the mindset, resilience, and relationships that carried him through it all. 


Whether you're a footy fan, a business builder, or someone navigating change, this episode is full of heart, humility, and hard-earned wisdom. It’s a testament to the power of backing yourself on the field and in life. 


About the Guest: 


Former NRL Player & Real Estate Leader 

 

Adam Mogg is a distinguished Australian former professional rugby league footballer and current real estate leader based on the Sunshine Coast. Born in Toowoomba, Queensland, Adam made his mark in the NRL with notable stints at the Canberra Raiders and the Parramatta Eels, as well as internationally with the Catalans Dragons in the Super League. He earned recognition as a Queensland State of Origin representative, scoring a double on debut and another try in the series decider. 

 

Post-retirement from rugby league, Adam transitioned seamlessly into real estate, co-founding MOGG Property, a prominent agency renowned for its personalized service and community commitment. Alongside his role as a director, Adam applies his deep local knowledge and dedication to ensuring each home transaction reflects its unique character and potential. His approach emphasizes attention to detail, warmth, and the genuine connection that homes bring to their owners. 

 

Adam continues to contribute actively to the Sunshine Coast community, leveraging his extensive experience in both sports leadership and real estate to deliver exceptional results and foster lasting relationships. 


About the Host:  


Ian Hawkins, host of "Sport Is Life," is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.  


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Ian Hawkins, host of "Sport Is Life," is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.