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The Game Changers

In this award-winning podcast Sue Anstiss talks to trailblazers in women sport. These are the individuals who are knocking down barriers and challenging the status quo for women and girls everywhere. Along with openly sharing their historic careers, what drives them and how they’ve dealt with tough challenges, each episode explores key issues for equality in sport and beyond. 

We’re incredibly grateful to Sport England who support The Game Changers through a National Lottery award. 

You can find out about all the guests at https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers

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Episodes

Lauren Steadman: How para athletes change society's perceptions

Paratriathlon World Champion and Paralympic Silver medallist, Lauren also enthralled us all as a semi-finalist on last year's Strictly Come Dancing. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Oct 29, 201938 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Liz Nicholl: On netball’s Olympic ambition

Former UK Sport CEO, regarded as "the most powerful woman" in British sport for many years, Liz Nicholl is now President of the International Netball Federation. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Oct 22, 201947 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Karen Findlay: What it takes to be an elite rugby coach

Former Scottish Rugby Captain who now coaches Harlequins Women, Karen is also a Chief Superintendent with the Metropolitan Police. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Oct 15, 201943 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Clare Balding: On using your profile for social change

Legendary broadcaster and best-selling author Clare Balding presents major sports events including the Olympics, Paralympics, Wimbledon and The Boat Races. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Oct 08, 201955 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Jo Adams: Why it took Commonwealth Gold to lose her imposter syndrome

As CEO at England Netball, Jo transformed the sport's profile, participation and performance, with Gold at the Commonwealth Games and a home World Cup. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Oct 01, 201942 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Anna Kessel: How The Telegraph is breaking new ground for women’s sport

Women's Sports Editor at the Telegraph, Anna Kessel co-founded Women in Football and is the author of the extraordinary book ' Eat Sweat Play '. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Sep 24, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Clare Connor: How to thrive as a woman in a male environment

Managing Director for Women’s Cricket at the ECB and former England Captain, Clare Connor has transformed the game from grassroots to the elite level Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Sep 17, 201951 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Denise Lewis: On the challenges of changing public perception

One of Britain's best-known Olympic Gold medallists, Denise is now a popular sports commentator and President of Commonwealth Games England. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Sep 10, 201946 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Trailer: Series 2 of The Game Changers

Series 2 of The Game Changers will launch on September 10 2019. Eight more enlightening interviews with trailblazing women in sport - all challenging the status quo and breaking down barriers for women and girls everywhere. Sue Anstiss MBE gives a preview of what’s to come in this series, as she talks frankly with some of the most influential women in British sport including elite athletes, media, coaches and CEOs. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National ...

Sep 03, 20193 min

Katherine Grainger: On taking risks to achieve your life goals

Team GB's most decorated female Olympian with 5 Olympic rowing medals (including Gold at London 2012) Katherine is now the Chair of UK Sport. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jul 16, 201940 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Jo Bostock: On creating a charity to drive equality in sport

Co-founder and joint CEO of The Women's Sport Trust, Jo was awarded an MBE in 2019 for services to gender equality in sport. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jul 09, 201943 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Pamela Cookey: Building confidence to beat the best in the world

The face of England netball for 11 years, with 114 caps, Pamela is the only player to have won seven league titles. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jul 02, 201930 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Kate Richardson-Walsh: Finding your personal super powers

With a record 375 caps for her country, Kate was England and GB captain for 13 years, culminating in Hockey Olympic Gold in Rio 2016. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jun 25, 201949 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Maggie Alphonsi: The importance of being curious and constantly learning

One of rugby's greatest female players, Maggie helped England win a record breaking 7 consecutive Six Nations crowns and the 2014 World Cup. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jun 18, 201943 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Sally Munday: Using gold medals to drive participation

As England Hockey CEO Sally has transformed the sport at elite and grassroots levels. She's now been appointed as the new CEO of UK Sport. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jun 11, 20191 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Chrissie Wellington: How to endure discomfort & self doubt in Ironman

Four times Ironman World Champion, Chrissie is now Global Lead of Health and Wellbeing for Parkrun. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jun 04, 201950 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Tanni Grey-Thompson: Calling out sports governing bodies for lack of diversity

Having won 11 Paralympic Gold medals and the London Marathon six times, Tanni now sits as an independent peer in the House of Lords and is Chair of ukactive. Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a National Lottery award. Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers Hosted by Sue Anstiss Produced by Sam Walker, What Goes On Media A Fearless Women production...

Jun 04, 201938 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Trailer: The Game Changers

Sport has the power to transform people’s lives, both on and off the field. Sport reflects and magnifies society and that’s why women’s sport is especially important - it can help knock down barriers and challenge the status quo. In The Game Changers podcast you’ll hear from some of the biggest names in women’s sport as they talk frankly about their historic careers, what drives them and how they’ve dealt with some of the toughest challenges they’ve faced. You may be surprised at what you hear -...

May 19, 20192 min
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