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Two Good Sports

iHeart Australia, Abbey Gelmi and Georgie Tunnywww.twogoodsportspodcast.com

Two Good Sports is your weekly deep dive beyond the sports headlines. Join leading broadcasters Abbey Gelmi and Georgie Tunny as they break down the biggest sports stories and unpack the human drama. Whether you’re a casual observer or a diehard fan, you’ll be brought up to speed on the people behind the narrative, why the story matters, and gain a new perspective and better understanding of the issues at the forefront of sport.

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Two Good Sports has featured stories from right across Australian sport, including tennis, cricket, rugby league, rugby union, and netball. It’s sports news told differently, keeping you informed of the biggest narratives around the country, including teams from the AFL; Collingwood, Carlton, Brisbane Lions, Sydney Swans, Geelong, Hawthorn, Western Bulldogs, and Essendon. If you’re an NRL fan, we’re got you covered too, from Penrith Panthers to Brisbane Broncos. We cover all the major domestic competitions; AFLW, State of Origin, Super Rugby, A-League, NBL, BBL, and the Melbourne Cup. We’ve got the best of international sport too, from Formula 1 to the Australian Open, and Commonwealth Games. We also bring you the latest stories from the world of football, like the Premier League, Champions League, and legends of the game, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. And we can’t forget Australia’s national teams competing on the international stage, from the Matildas and Socceroos to the Wallabies. When it comes to the people behind the narrative, the show has profiled some of sport’s leading athletes, icons and influencers including, Sam Kerr, Ange Postecoglou, Oscar Piastri, Alex De Minaur, Lachie Neale, Nathan Cleary, Ellyse Perry, Novak Djokovic, Nick Kyrgios, Chris Fagan, Chris Scott and Pat Cummins. Two Good Sports is also at the forefront of the biggest conversations around global sport, such as high performance, coaching, management, scouting, training, statistics, analytics, reviews, sponsorship, foundations, leadership, and fitness.

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Episodes

Good Sports, Great Cricketers: Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield

This week, it's a big one for Two Good Sports — Georgie is in Sydney, Abbey is in Melbourne, and the cricket chat is off the charts. That's right, we have two of Australia’s brightest cricket stars, Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield, joining us to dish on everything from mispronunciations and iconic sledges, to the evolution of women’s sport and what leadership looks like in a new generation. They reflect on that unforgettable 2020 MCG World Cup Final, the complexities of scheduling, their hope...

Jul 03, 20251 hr 1 min

Waleed Aly Has Entered the Podcast Arena

It’s, sadly, the final week of The Project , and to celebrate/commiserate, we’re joined by a very special guest: journalist, academic, broadcaster, Gold Logie winner, walking fun fact generator, and yes, former Richmond Tigers mascot, Waleed Aly . In this very extended episode, Waleed reflects on more than a decade behind the desk, saying goodbye, and the art of compartmentalising on live television. Plus, we dig into his sporting obsessions, his time inside a mascot suit, his unexpected Elmo br...

Jun 26, 202552 min

Where Does Commentary End and Character Assassination Begin?

We kick off with the chaos and glory of State of Origin II: the heartbreaks, the triumphs, and yes, the media pile-on. We break down the tension brewing between Billy Slater and Aaron Woods, and we ask the big question: where does commentary end and character assassination begin? Also, Georgie’s cooked up an iconic Axis of Evil and Good — can you guess where Perth’s weather lands? Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundb...

Jun 19, 202533 min

We Manifested ANTHONY ALBANESE!!

After a cheeky DM slide (and a well-placed smiley face), we managed to land the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, for a truly epic, unfiltered chat. We speak about his lifelong love of sport, the wild crossover between politics and play, and of course, his unshakable loyalty to the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Albo shows us he’s not just a sports fan — he’s one of us. Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundbar in...

Jun 12, 20251 hr

Bec Daniher On Family, FightMND, And The Big Freeze

For today's episode, we're very lucky to have Bec Daniher joining us in studio ahead of FightMND 's 11th Big Freeze at the MCG. In 2013 AFL legend Neale Daniher, Bec's father, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease. But rather than fade into the background, Neale dedicated his life to helping prevent the suffering of those who’ll be diagnosed in the future. The charity he co-founded, FightMND , has since raised $115 million and raised awareness of this devastating illness in Australian culture...

Jun 05, 202540 min

Ryan Hoffman on the State of Origin

We're diving headfirst into the most electrifying event in Australian sport: State of Origin. Forget Christmas. Forget birthdays. This is it . Georgie’s loyalty to Queensland runs deep... maybe too deep. After a rough Game One, emotions are high and hope is hanging by a thread. To keep things balanced, we're bringing in none other than Blues legend Ryan Hoffman. He’s being dubbed the Oracle, and honestly... he’s earned it. Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected ...

May 29, 202530 min

Putting A Spotlight on Men's Mental Health With Rob Mills

We do talk about suicide in this episode, which we know can be distressing. So if you need resources or support go to beyondblue.org or you for 24 hour free counselling in Australia, the number for Lifeline is 13 11 14. In the wake of recent, tragic losses that have deeply affected the AFL community, and amid growing conversations about mental health in sport, we invited Rob Mills onto the podcast to discuss masculinity, friendship, and mental wellbeing — and to share practical tips on how women...

May 22, 202540 min

Our Expansion Club Rate Card

We're giving an official Two Good Sports record card to the expansion clubs that we care most about in Australia. NRL, AFL, NBL, and the A-League. Listen now to find out if your club rates... Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundbar in the same transaction at Harvey Norman. Limited time only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 15, 202536 min

Harry Garside Is Redefining Masculinity

He fights stereotypes, intrusive thoughts, and staying still. He's been on I'm A Celeb, Dancing With The Stars, and he's an Olympic medalist. We are very excited to welcome Harry Garside to Two Good Sports! Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundbar in the same transaction at Harvey Norman. Limited time only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 08, 202548 min

Harry Grant Drops the Mic on AFL vs NRL

It might be the federal election, but forget the democracy sausage — it's all about Magic Round this weekend! We have Melbourne Storm's superstar, Harry Grant joining us to give us the lowdown. Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundbar in the same transaction at Harvey Norman. Limited time only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 01, 202527 min

Gout Gout – Out Out?

We’re running full speed into one of Australia’s most iconic events: the Stawel Gift. From prize money to prestige, we unpack why athletes obsess over this unique 120-metre sprint, and how the unusual handicap system aims to level the playing field between weekend warriors and Olympians. Instagram Receive 15% off the package price when you purchase a selected 2025 Samsung TV and selected Samsung Soundbar in the same transaction at Harvey Norman. Limited time only! See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Apr 24, 202526 min

Georgie is BACK!!!

After 4 weeks – or was it 84 years?! – Georgie has finally returned to us. It feels as good as you might imagine. We talk NRL, athletics, highlights from the Masters golf tournament, and ongoing controversies in the AFL. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 17, 202535 min

Trading Teams, Chasing Dreams: Bec Allen Tells All

With Georgie still away crushing it on The Amazing Race, Abbey is joined by Aussie basketball star Bec Allen — and it's a chat that goes far beyond the court. Now in her 10th year in the WNBA, Bec reflects on her incredible career, from debuting in the WNBL at 16 to playing across New York, Connecticut, Phoenix, and now Chicago Sky. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff m...

Apr 10, 202530 min

Australia Is Entering Its Rugby Union Era

Georgie is still off gallivanting around the world, so ABC’s Catherine Murphy is joining Abbey to talk about everything rugby union, including why you should care about the upcoming Lions tour. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 03, 202537 min

This 17 Year Old May Just Be Australia's Greatest Ever Athlete

Georgie is away doing something top secret and AMAZING, so this week we have 3AW's Laura Spurway joining Abbey to talk all things Gout Gout, the 17 year old lining up to be Australia's greatest ever athlete. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 27, 202527 min

Critical Analysis of Women's Sport with Niav Owens

There has been a lot of commentary surrounding the Matildas lately, some of it warranted, some of it not. So we have one of the great brains in women’s sport, Niav Owens on the show today, to tell us what is going on with everyone’s favourite team. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Mar 20, 202528 min

The one, the only, GUENTHER #*&!! STEINER!!

We are starting this season on an ABSOLUTE HIGH. Guenther Steiner is the man we all fell in love with on Drive to Survive, and Georgie got to sit down with him and ask him all things F1 ahead of the season. Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially trained Harvey Norman staff member for advice. Go Harvey Norman! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 13, 202527 min

Two Good Sports is BACK!!!!

On this week’s Two Good Sports episode, we’re back for a brand-new season! And what better way to kick things off than with our official ins and outs for the year? We’re setting the tone, making some big calls, and let’s be honest — probably regretting a few of them later. What’s in? What’s out? And where do we land on the great sporting debates of the year? Instagram This episode is bought to you by Harvey Norman. It’s time to upgrade your TV and appliances for footy season! Ask a specially tra...

Mar 06, 202539 min

Best sports stories of 2024

It's our last episode of 2024! Georgie and Abbey are joined by Sam Koslowski co-founder of The Daily Aus to look back on the biggest and best sports stories of the year. Plus, the team make their sporting predictions for 2025. Sam is the co-founder of The Daily Aus , listen to The Daily Aus now. Subscribe to The Daily Aus sport newsletter Follow @thedailyaus on Instagram Follow @twogoodsportspodcast on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 04, 202434 min

Will 2026 be the last hurrah for the Commonwealth Games?

Finally, the 2026 Commonwealth Games have a host city. Glasgow has put their hand up to save the event, with the Victorian government still covering most of the bill. But with a scaled back program of just ten sports, does this spell the end for the Comm Games? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 202428 min

Abbey and Georgie react to the GWS scandal

Last week, the AFL moved swiftly to condemn and sanction players of the GWS Giants men's team for their behaviour during a post-season function. Today on the show, Abbey and Georgie tackle the story head on, reacting to the backlash, the fallout, and sharing their personal perspectives as women in sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202434 min

Farewell Rafa

Rafael Nadal has finally announced his retirement from tennis. He'll farewell the game, representing Spain at the Davis Cup in November, but today on the show we look back on his incredible career. After racking up 22 Grand Slam titles, he bows out having given the sport everything he had. Tennis will never be the same. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202425 min

The unstoppable Penrith Panthers

The NRL season is done and dusted as Penrith Panthers continued their dynasty - perhaps the greatest the modern game will ever see. Today on the show, all the fallout from the NRL Grand Final, including a biting allegation and that controversial decision from the bunker. Laura Spurway is back with Abbey to wrap it all up for you, plus a special message from our dear Georgie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 07, 202429 min

Could the AFL Grand Final ever move away from the MCG?

As the AFL has expanded across the country, one question won't go away: should the Grand Final be moved from the hallowed turf of Melbourne Cricket Ground? There are many arguments 'for' and 'against', from upholding tradition to the unfair advantage it gives Victorian clubs. Today on the show, Abbey is joined once again by Laura Spurway to settle the debate once and for all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 202432 min

Should suspended players be eligible for the Brownlow Medal?

It's the debate that never seems to go away. The Brownlow Medal is the AFL's highest individual honour, awarded to the best and fairest player of the home and away season. But every year, the same question is asked by fans and pundits alike: should it just be awarded to the best player on the field? Should the "fairest" element be scrapped entirely, making suspended players eligible? Abbey is joined once again by Laura Spurway to try and settle the debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Sep 23, 202426 min

Oscar Piastri is living up to the hype

Australian Oscar Piastri has clinched his second win of his young Formula 1 career, taking out the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. His team, McLaren, now lead the constructors' championship and the kid from Melbourne is living up to the hype that surrounded his entry into F1 last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202423 min

AFL Finals Week 1: what is Hok-Ball? And why "rebuild" is a dirty word in Geelong

Week 1 of AFL Finals is in the can, and it provided a ton of headlines and left many questions. Will Geelong ever need a rebuild? Is Ken Hinkley on his way out at Port Adelaide, regardless is they beat the Hawks on Friday night? And what on earth is Hok-Ball?! All that and more on this weeks show, as Abbey Gelmi is joined by sports journo Laura Spurway to break it all down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 09, 202432 min

Are athletes allowed to be influencers?

Athlete endorsements are nothing new in the sports world. From Michael Jordan to Caitlin Clarke, sports stars are more than just athletes, they're mega influencers and brands want a piece of the pie. But can you blame them for wanting to cash in while they can? Well, Australia certainly loves to cut down a tall poppy. So today on the show, Abbey and Georgie take a look at the biggest examples of star power in sports, and whether or not Aussie fans can truly embrace the off-field profile of our o...

Sep 02, 202435 min

Para Games: the star athletes you need to know

You've had the entree, now get ready for the main course. The Para Games are almost here! Georgie and Abbey have you covered with the key details you need to know about the Paralympics and the star Aussie athletes set to shine in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 202441 min

Imane Khelif: clearing the cloud of misinformation

It was hard to avoid the headlines when a social media storm surrounded Algerian boxer Imane Khelif at the Paris Olympics earlier this month. After her first round opponent, Italy's Angela Carini, quit in a flood of tears just seconds into the bout, Khelif faced attacks over her gender. Misinformation quickly spread online and reignited the debate over gender and sports. But the real story of Imane Khelif is one of dignity and honour. Further reading: Running in a Body That's My Own , Caster Sem...

Aug 19, 202434 min
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