We have been very privileged on this podcast to hear some tremendous stories of courage. Karen Tighe's story sits comfortably with those tales. A wonderful ABC sports broadcaster, Karen contracted encephalitis, which causes inflammation of the brain. One of the side effects is memory loss. As a broadcaster, your recall for names, dates and places is imperative. Karen's journey back to broadcasting is one to inspire us all. ❤️ ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Aug 10, 2022•37 min
We have been very privileged on this podcast to hear some tremendous stories of courage. Karen Tighe's story sits comfortably with those tales. A wonderful ABC sports broadcaster, Karen contracted encephalitis, which causes inflammation of the brain. One of the side effects is memory loss. As a broadcaster, your recall for names, dates and places is imperative. Karen's journey back to broadcasting is one to inspire us all. ❤️ ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Aug 10, 2022•35 min
Star Wars, Pulsar's and Redback's! This is the player profile for ABC Grandstand's Karen Tighe - one of my broadcasting heros. Here full ep next week is a really special story and one you'll want to get around. ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 03, 2022•9 min
He was born in Texas, but landed in Melbourne and never looked back. He is one of the most remarkable stories the AFL has ever seen. The American Pie has wowed the jam packed MCG on the biggest of occasions, and he is grateful for every second of it. Not bad for a bloke who didn’t know how to hold a football before flying to Melbourne to sign on the dotted line. This tall intelligent human is a deep thinking, fun loving, curious and interested…. Aussie. That’s right, the Big Tex is an Australian...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 14 min
He was born in Texas, but landed in Melbourne and never looked back. He is one of the most remarkable stories the AFL has ever seen. The American Pie has wowed the jam packed MCG on the biggest of occasions, and he is grateful for every second of it. Not bad for a bloke who didn’t know how to hold a football before flying to Melbourne to sign on the dotted line. This tall intelligent human is a deep thinking, fun loving, curious and interested…. Aussie. That’s right, the Big Tex is an Australian...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Mason Cox is the first American to ever play in the AFL and has a story that will absolutely blow your mind (and put a smile on your dial). Before we get there though, this is the player profile of The Big Tex. Oh and you should get your ears around Mason's podcast too - The Mason Cox Show - it's a beauty! ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listene...
Jul 20, 2022•19 min
Erin Phillips is one of the world’s most successful multi-sport athletes. She has won a basketball world championship with Australia, two WNBA Championships, three AFL Premierships, two AFLW League Best and Fairests, and only now - yes now - is she about to live out her childhood dream! But this superstar’s beautiful story is a whole lot greater than sport. From the grandstand as a kid watching her Dad play for Port Adelaide, to basketball stories in Israel, and a deep conversation spanning same...
Jul 13, 2022•52 min
Erin Phillips is one of the world’s most successful multi-sport athletes. She has won a basketball world championship with Australia, two WNBA Championships, three AFL Premierships, two AFLW League Best and Fairests, and only now - yes now - is she about to live out her childhood dream! But this superstar’s beautiful story is a whole lot greater than sport. From the grandstand as a kid watching her Dad play for Port Adelaide, to basketball stories in Israel, and a deep conversation spanning same...
Jul 13, 2022•45 min
The all-time best song to get the party started, Pumba, and an insatiable appetite for peanut butter! Erin Phillips is a globetrotting, cross-code phenomenon and this is her player profile... Her full chat next week is a belter. ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 06, 2022•15 min
"I couldn't be the person I needed to be" Alex Rance is one of the best AFL defenders of modern times. But Alex’s life has many more chapters to it than simply footy. Alex is a very deep thinker and has a wonderful ability to challenge the norm. From his fascinating explanation to why he gave the game away at the peak of his powers, to religion, the new school he has set up and plenty more, this is an ep to promote thought. Check out the remarkable school Alex has set up at https://theacademy.co...
Jun 29, 2022•51 min
"I couldn't be the person I needed to be" Alex Rance is one of the best AFL defenders of modern times. But Alex’s life has many more chapters to it than simply footy. Alex is a very deep thinker and has a wonderful ability to challenge the norm. From his fascinating explanation to why he gave the game away at the peak of his powers, to religion, the new school he has set up and plenty more, this is an ep to promote thought. Check out the remarkable school Alex has set up at https://theacademy.co...
Jun 29, 2022•46 min
Would Adam Wear Pants, Disney and Hazardous Stir Fry! Check out the wonderful school Alex has set up on the link below. More about The Academy next week. https://theacademy.com.au/ ------------ Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 22, 2022•13 min
"She felt the life go out of me" You may know Ryan Campbell as a dashing wicketkeeper-batsman for Western Australia and Australia. I know him as a mate. Campbo suffered a cardiac arrest in mid-April this year and he's bloody lucky to still be with us. This isn't a typical ep where we delve into Ryan’s career. Rather, it's a chat about what Campbo went through, what he learnt about his heart and its health, how his perspective changed when he got a second chance at life and what we can all do to ...
Jun 19, 2022•49 min
"This is a shameless name-dropping story here Howie" Hello friends! Jim Nantz is one of the pre-eminent sports broadcasters on the planet. Quite simply, Jim is the man. Jim has hosted The Masters for 35 straight years, worked on the NFL since 1998, called 6 Super Bowls, plus commentated on March Madness, US Open tennis, Winter Olympics and plenty more. Jim's job, in his eyes, is to be a storyteller and by gee, he's got some good ones! ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https:/...
Jun 15, 2022•59 min
"This is a shameless name-dropping story here Howie" Hello friends! Jim Nantz is one of the pre-eminent sports broadcasters on the planet. Quite simply, Jim is the man. Jim has hosted The Masters for 35 straight years, worked on the NFL since 1998, called 6 Super Bowls, plus commentated on March Madness, US Open tennis, Winter Olympics and plenty more. Jim's job, in his eyes, is to be a storyteller and by gee, he's got some good ones! ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https:/...
Jun 15, 2022•46 min
Popcorn, Bigfoot, and arriving 5 hours early! This is sports broadcasting royalty Jim Nantz's Player Profile. ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 08, 2022•10 min
"I was a pee-wee compared to them" Lisa Curry is a very, very strong person. She’s had to be. When she was competing, when living her life under the public gaze, when running businesses, and tragically, when dealing with the loss of one of her children. From literally being thrown in the deep end, to competing against the East Germans, Commonwealth Games domination, a behind-the-scenes look at some iconic Olympic Games, muesli bars, and family, this is in depth look at the life of a great Austra...
Jun 01, 2022•38 min
"I was a pee-wee compared to them" Lisa Curry is a very, very strong person. She’s had to be. When she was competing, when living her life under the public gaze, when running businesses, and tragically, when dealing with the loss of one of her children. From literally being thrown in the deep end, to competing against the East Germans, Commonwealth Games domination, a behind-the-scenes look at some iconic Olympic Games, muesli bars, and family, this is in depth look at the life of a great Austra...
Jun 01, 2022•37 min
Mork and Mindy, The Bay City Rollers, and Elvis! Lisa has released her wonderful biography, Lisa: A Memoir - 60 years of life, love & loss. It's a fascinating read. Check it out here - https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460714454/lisa/ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 25, 2022•9 min
"You think you have big balls now?" Thanasi Kokkinakis is the type of athlete that I love. He plays to entertain, to have fun, and to give it his all. He nails that fine line between putting on a show, whilst still doing his utmost to win. This is an episode that views life through the lens of a 26-year-old. From a behind-the-scenes look at life on the ATP Tour and his win with mate Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open, to injury, dedication, and living life to the fullest. This is good gear! ❤️ ...
May 18, 2022•35 min
"You think you have big balls now?" Thanasi Kokkinakis is the type of athlete that I love. He plays to entertain, to have fun, and to give it his all. He nails that fine line between putting on a show, whilst still doing his utmost to win. This is an episode that views life through the lens of a 26-year-old. From a behind-the-scenes look at life on the ATP Tour and his win with mate Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open, to injury, dedication, and living life to the fullest. This is good gear! ❤️ ...
May 18, 2022•37 min
Kygo, Donuts, and Ready Steady Cook! This is the player profile of an Australian Open doubles champ! ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 15, 2022•15 min
Everyone loved Roy. I can't believe he's gone. Hopefully these memories make you smile and help you with how you may be feeling.💔 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2022•1 hr 10 min
"I felt dirty if I didn't think I'd performed well enough" Nick Riewoldt was a star of the AFL. A high flying, hard running, match-winning athlete who pushed himself to extraordinary levels. This is an episode with something for everyone. Book reviews, cooking classes, a love story, and a story of heartbreak, all framed in the eyes of a man that wants to improve himself every single day. To help Maddie Riewoldt's Vision, you can go to MRV.ORG.AU ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagr...
May 04, 2022•1 hr
"I felt dirty if I didn't think I'd performed well enough" Nick Riewoldt was a star of the AFL. A high flying, hard running, match-winning athlete who pushed himself to extraordinary levels. This is an episode with something for everyone. Book reviews, cooking classes, a love story, and a story of heartbreak, all framed in the eyes of a man that wants to improve himself every single day. To help Maddie Riewoldt's Vision, you can go to MRV.ORG.AU ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagr...
May 04, 2022•1 hr
The Boss, Katy The Camel, and my favourite... Winnie Cooper! ❤️❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 27, 2022•19 min
"I'm trying to be grateful for everything" Usman Khawaja is one of the coolest cats in Australian sport. He is a beautiful man. Humble yet confident, caring yet strong, calm yet passionate. As a parent, he is the type of role model I would like my kids to follow because Uzzie just gets it. From his faith, to racism, to having his heart broken by selectors and returning to his native Pakistan (and dominating!), Usman has a great story to tell. Usman is grateful for all the love he has in his life...
Apr 20, 2022•58 min
"I'm trying to be grateful for everything" Usman Khawaja is one of the coolest cats in Australian sport. He is a beautiful man. Humble yet confident, caring yet strong, calm yet passionate. As a parent, he is the type of role model I would like my kids to follow because Uzzie just gets it. From his faith, to racism, to having his heart broken by selectors and returning to his native Pakistan (and dominating!), Usman has a great story to tell. Usman is grateful for all the love he has in his life...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr
The Fresh Prince, The People's Champ & Spandex...this is Uzzie's Player Profile! ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 13, 2022•12 min
In his heyday, Mark Bosnich - The Boz - was one of the best goalkeepers on the planet…if not the best. With over 200 games in the English top flite, playing for the likes of Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Manchester United, Mark had an astonishing career. As you will hear, Bozza has come unstuck a few times as well. However, he takes it all in his stride. Boz talks openly about what happened, what he learnt about the perils of fame, and how he got through it all. Mark is a larger than life character ...
Apr 06, 2022•52 min
