

The Howie Games
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Where the biggest names in the world of sport go one-on-one with sports journalist Mark Howard. From ultimate highs to tear-jerking lows, Howie lifts the lid on the real stories behind the headlines. He sits down with the biggest names in Australian & world sport, finding out how they started out, what makes them tick, how they deal with the big wins and the big losses, and how they take on sport and life from here.
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Sep 27, 2024 • 43min
220: Jason Dunstall (Part B)
From a starry eyed Brisbane boy landing at the Hawthorn Football Club, to 1254 goals, 4 Premierships, AFL Hall of Fame Legend status and so much more. He is as intelligent as he is talented. Enjoy this rare long form chat with Jason Hadfield Dunstall as Howie sits down with his hero! *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 2024 • 53min
220: Jason Dunstall (Part A)
From a starry eyed Brisbane boy landing at the Hawthorn Football Club, to 1254 goals, 4 Premierships, AFL Hall of Fame Legend status and so much more. He is as intelligent as he is talented. Enjoy this rare long form chat with Jason Hadfield Dunstall as Howie sits down with his hero! *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 2024 • 18min
220: Jason Dunstall (Player Profile)
Howie sits down with his HERO. Jason Dunstall. The 1254 goals, topping 100 goals six times. The four Premierships. All the fun and footy you could ever hope for with Howie and Chief, the AFL Hall of Fame LEGEND! But before that... get to know a little bit more about Jason Dunstall!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 2024 • 60min
Artist Series 33: Mark Geyer (Part A)
From enforcer, to entertainer... it's been one hell of a journey for MG! Through the ups and downs, this family man from Penrith has stayed trued to himself, his loved ones and where he is from, and his WHOLE story is captivating! Oh, and his Grand Final story will give you GOOSEBUMPS! Listen to Mick & MG In The Morning (@triplembreakfast) from 6-9am Monday to Friday! You won't be disappointed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 2024 • 25min
Artist Series 33: Mark Geyer (Part B)
From enforcer, to entertainer... it's been one hell of a journey for MG! Through the ups and downs, this family man from Penrith has stayed trued to himself, his loved ones and where he is from, and his WHOLE story is captivating! Oh, and his Grand Final story will give you GOOSEBUMPS! Listen to Mick & MG In The Morning (@triplembreakfast) from 6-9am Monday to Friday! You won't be disappointed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 2024 • 15min
Artist Series 33: Mark Geyer (Player Profile)
The hilarious question which stumped Dennis Rodman, plus a love for music, the Brady Bunch and more with a Rugby League Premiership player with one hell of a story... And, he tells it brilliantly. Listen to Mick & MG In The Morning (@triplembreakfast) from 6-9am Monday to Friday! You won't be disappointed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 2024 • 34min
📞 The Howie Games Hotline - #11
Your questions, and Howie's insights! Including, his best ever guests, inspirations, preparation tips and tricks, Howie's favourite Indian cricketer and Howie reveals all about the feedback for Kane Cornes' episode. All that and more.... Get involved in the next Howie Games Hotline by sending Howie a direct message on Instagram to @MarkHoward03. *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 11, 2024 • 29min
219: Nina Kennedy (Part A)
One of the best stories out of Paris 2024. The first ever Australian woman to win gold in a field event at the Olympics. Our Pole Vault Gold Medallist. Nina Kennedy. So, how do you set yourself on a path to become a Pole Vaulting Olympian Champion? What's it feel like at the top of the runway? How does it feel to fly? Are the yips real? Get all of those answers, plus an insight into how badly she wanted the gold medal in this brilliant episode of the Howie Games. From Commonwealth Champion, to World Champion to Olympic Champion. The girl from Busselton is a legend. *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 11, 2024 • 32min
219: Nina Kennedy (Part B)
One of the best stories out of Paris 2024. The first ever Australian woman to win gold in a field event at the Olympics. Our Pole Vault Gold Medallist. Nina Kennedy. So, how do you set yourself on a path to become a Pole Vaulting Olympian Champion? What's it feel like at the top of the runway? How does it feel to fly? Are the yips real? Get all of those answers, plus an insight into how badly she wanted the gold medal in this brilliant episode of the Howie Games. From Commonwealth Champion, to World Champion to Olympic Champion. The girl from Busselton is a legend. *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 2024 • 12min
219: Nina Kennedy (Player Profile)
An Olympic Gold Medal winning Player Profile. But before we even get to Pole Vaulting... let's get to know this down to earth, athletic superstar. *** Apple Users: Apple Podcasts recently made changes to how podcasts are delivered. Follow these steps to support the show by staying up-to-date with The Howie Games: Open Apple Podcasts and Search for The Howie Games and click through to the show. At the top of your screen, make sure the +Follow button is clicked. If you see an arrow next to the show, tap it. Ensure "Turn On Automatic Downloads" is enabled. If you see a tick at the top right corner, you're all set! Spotify Users: To make sure you never miss an episode: Open Spotify and Search for The Howie Games and navigate to the show page. Tap the settings icon (the little cog) on the show page. Make sure the "Auto-download episodes" option is toggled on (it should be green). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


