The heat is on and there are some familiar faces at the top of the ladder. Leadership is on the agenda again, and we discuss some examples from further afield. And we celebrate 5 years of the AFLW. We mentioned: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/feb/07/five-years-after-the-first-each-aflw-game-marks-march-towards-progress https://www.instagram.com/n0meshath/ And a follow up to one of the stories we discussed is here: https://www.sundaypost.com/sundaypost/fp/david-goodwillie-pay-off/ You can...
Feb 08, 2022•40 min
This week Julia and Rana sat down to discuss Haneen Zreika’s decision to opt out of wearing the Pride jumper. They talked about the complex feelings it stirred up and asked each other questions, as they sought to make sense of the moment. We mentioned: https://overland.org.au/author/fahad-ali/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/activity-6893652816452313088-sA4s You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is r...
Feb 03, 2022•49 min
Barty, big bucks and boycotts. We discuss whether being a member makes you a “good fan”, sportswashing, and the function of nostalgia. And we look ahead to this week’s Fifth Quarter with Rana and Julia. We mentioned: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/jan/31/alfw-pride-round-jumper-debate-provides-litmus-test-for-true-inclusion-and-diversity?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer S...
Feb 01, 2022•44 min
Ever the confused fan, Rana calls academic and co-founder of Siren Sport, Dr Kasey Symons, to talk about sports fandom. They discuss the uniqueness of AFLW fans, representation of sports fans in pop culture and what it means to be a ‘true’ sports fan. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and...
Jan 28, 2022•40 min
We discuss the wash up from Pride Round and consider what more there is to do when it comes to themed rounds and inclusion. We also talk about some of the ways in which politics and sport have collided this week, and reflect on whether they are ever separate in the first place? We mentioned https://www.cbc.ca/sports/opinion-shireen-ahmed-france-ban-hijab-1.6325820 https://twitter.com/muslimwinsport?s=21 https://instagram.com/muslimwomensportnetwork?utm_medium=copy_link https://www.instagram.com/...
Jan 26, 2022•45 min
This week Tess calls Kate to unpack one of the most controversial weeks in the history of tennis, as men’s world number one Novak Djokovic is deported from Australia. They explore why he was ejected, what the decision means for the refugees currently languishing in detention, and some of the uncomfortable possibilities the case raises for athletes’ free speech into the future. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com Th...
Jan 20, 2022•27 min
Do all siblings require a cup? We discuss the power of sisters, the power of Pride, and life lessons from the AFLW. We mentioned: https://thewest.com.au/sport/aflw/aflw-2022-west-coast-will-be-the-only-club-not-to-wear-a-pride-jumper-for-aflw-pride-round--c-5345924?utm_campaign=share-icons&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&tid=1642418777369 You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is rec...
Jan 19, 2022•47 min
This week Kate phones AFL expert commentator Chyloe Kurdas to unpack round one. Chyloe also reflects on a range of off-field issues, including the use of skin fold tests and how an emphasis on players’ weight can impact their mental health, and how an influx of women commentators are changing the way these and other issues are analysed, for the better. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is record...
Jan 13, 2022•26 min
Cruel Summer Round one is done and we celebrate the highs, but sadly there were some lows. We discuss the spate of injuries, the timing of the season, and the skills we saw on display. We mentioned: https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/the-w-with-sharni-and-sam/episode-two-erin-phillips/13700826 https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/absolutely-devastated-for-izzy-third-acl-tear-confirmed-for-dogs-star-huntington-20220110-p59n1d.html https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/jan/10/aflw-returns-with-...
Jan 11, 2022•37 min
This week Emma phones Western Bulldogs VFLW head coach, Kirby Bentley, to catch up on the excitement around her recent appointment. Hear about the impact Covid is having in clubland in this fly on the wall phone call. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which ...
Jan 06, 2022•16 min
Footy’s back and so are we! On the eve of Season 6, we discuss the challenges presented by the pandemic, practice match results and coaching. And we’re joined by Nicole Livingstone, General Manager, Women’s Football at the AFL. We mentioned: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/aflw/aflw-2022-league-backs-players-to-mitigate-covid-risk-in-order-to-avoid-another-interrupted-season/news-story/1c4b6564f0ef5ed3a8b994807d24745a https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/part-time-players-full-time-respons...
Jan 04, 2022•47 min
In our final pod of the year we offer up some non-denominational gifts, and an interview with Zoe Daniel - journalist, foreign correspondent, political candidate and footy brat. It's a romp. We mentioned: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781250316776/ https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760987411/ https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/other-books/28-Brandon-Jack-9781760876777 https://www.hachette.com.au/aja-barber/consumed-the-need-for-collective-change-...
Dec 01, 2021•32 min
This week Rana and Nicole are joined by author and former AFL footballer, Brandon Jack, to discuss his memoir, 28 , a candid exploration of the pressures of pursuing a career in elite footy. Brandon talks openly about notions of success and failure, and explores the complexities of masculinity, sexuality, and addiction in professional footy, as well as the role of creativity in his life. We mentioned: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/other-books/28-Brandon-Jack-9781760876777 You can fo...
Nov 23, 2021•26 min
This week Kate is joined by the President of the Richmond Football Club, Peggy O'Neal AO, fresh from being named as Melburnian of the Year. Peggy was recognised for promoting women in leadership, and for her work to secure stable housing for women and children. She tells us about these dual passions, and looks ahead to her final year at the helm of the Tigers. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum i...
Nov 16, 2021•27 min
This week Alicia is joined by the comedic sporty legend HG Nelson talking about his book, The Fairytale: A Real and Imagined History of Australian Sport. HG takes us through his love of all things sport and some very strange fairytale highlights. (Please note, the chat includes a swear and what we think are some howling dogs.) We mentioned: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760985271/ You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outl...
Nov 09, 2021•22 min
This week Lucy is joined by GWS Giant, Nicola Barr, to discuss the ways she and other athletes are lending their voices to the calls for climate action. We discussed: https://www.aflp4ca.org.au/ https://www.thecooldown.com.au/ You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands ...
Nov 02, 2021•23 min
Shaun Burgoyne is a legend of the game, a proud Kokatha-Warai man who is a leader on and off the field. He joined Shelley and Kate this week to reflect on his career and the themes of his new book: football, family and respect. We mentioned: https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460707715/silk/ You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation...
Oct 26, 2021•22 min
“I’m Not A Runner” is a documentary four years in the making. It follows the journey of a group of novice runners who train for and run the 2018 New York Marathon. They are motivated and lead by an incredible woman, Anna Liptak. Emma and Lucy were delighted to chat with Anna this week, about her journey and this inspiring and powerful film. You can stream the film here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/imnotarunner We mentioned: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/broad-radio#/ You can follow The Outer...
Oct 19, 2021•24 min
This week Julia sits down with Chloe Dalton. Chloe is a multi-sport athlete, an Olympic gold medallist with Australia’s Rugby 7s team, an accomplished basketballer, and a supremely talented footballer. She is also the founder of The Female Athlete Project. We hear from Chloe about her drive, resilience and excitement about joining her new AFLW team, GWS Giants. We mentioned: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/ You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us a...
Oct 12, 2021•27 min
Are inclusive organisations and lucrative brands mutually exclusive? Can a 'brand' be an agent of change for good? Is 'brand' a dirty word when it comes to inclusion? In this week's Fifth Quarter, Rana sits down with Brand Strategist, futurist and advocate, Keeva Stratton (Quip Brands) to talk about the power of sport, inclusion and getting 'brand' right. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is rec...
Oct 05, 2021•30 min
Straight from a Premiership win, Hester Brown (Significant Others Podcast) and Ben Brown (Melbourne FC) sit down with Rana and Nicole to talk about the Grand Final, changing clubs and footy culture. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work, live, lear...
Sep 30, 2021•23 min
An Auld Acquaintance There’s a grand old new flag on the block. We rounded up (nearly) the whole Sanctum to celebrate the Premiership and the season that was. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work, live, learn and play, and pay our respects to Indi...
Sep 29, 2021•54 min
On the eve of the Grand Final, Emma caught up with a favourite son of the West, Bob Murphy. They discussed his imminent move to WA, footy’s changing culture, and what he wanted to be when he grew up. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work, live, lea...
Sep 23, 2021•30 min
One Day In September It’s Grand Final week and we’re trying to feel the feels. We talk about redemption, history and class. And we give you our premiership predictions, Sanctum style. We mentioned: https://viewer.mapme.com/3c6965be-0119-4e7b-922d-14d54416c7c3?fbclid=IwAR34VkNTsQDZQOw2c5-F4NaQK9hgwCBxi8Ex1VJYH21NhbE493qgdQ1fmf8 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-09-18/suggests-afl-pioneer-tom-wills-participated-indigenous-massacres/100463708 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-09-19/experts-add-weight...
Sep 22, 2021•53 min
Shelley caught up with pioneering football coach, Peta Searle. Peta reflects on the rich history of women's football, coaching, and leaving St Kilda. And while she is moving on, it's clear that she still has some unfinished business. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the...
Sep 16, 2021•19 min
A Grand Final is a fairytale but are we on the same page? We relive the Preliminary Finals, look forward to the Brownlow, and discuss footy as a double edged-sword. We mentioned: https://meanjin.com.au/blog/my-heart-beats-true/ https://play.acast.com/s/sentimentalgarbage/introducing-sentimentalinthecity-withdollyalderton You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjer...
Sep 15, 2021•42 min
This week, Kate and Nicole catch up with Kurt Fearnley. An extraordinary athlete, now retired from sport, he’s a champion for disability rights. They discuss the global Paralympic family’s unique bond, the international mission to save 50 Afghan athletes and their families, the importance of community for people living with disabilities, and the superstition that was the key to Kurt’s sporting success. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersan...
Sep 09, 2021•32 min
The Return of Goody Proctor Finals footy gave us swings and roundabouts and didn’t we love it! We discuss leadership, pay, protest and home. And we have some laughs along the way. We discussed: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/republicans-us-texas-anti-abortion-law/13530158 https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/afghanistan-rescue-mission-australia-steps-up/id898138253?i=1000533389383 https://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl-trade-news-whispers-rumours-2021-crazy-money-free-age...
Sep 08, 2021•48 min
This week Kate and Rana catch up with Francis Awaritefe. A former Socceroo, Francis is now a human rights lawyer and Chair of Professional Footballers Australia. They discuss his anti-racism work, the Matildas’ fight for equal pay, challenging the structures of whiteness, and the problem with “inclusion”. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the ...
Sep 02, 2021•26 min
They Were On A Break Spring is here and so are finals. While one team will have to play without a key player, is another up against a curse? We ask what we are willing to accept in a post-COVID world, and what is the best way to bring about change. We mentioned: https://www.newsroom.co.nz/lockerroom/silver-ferns-want-more-mums?fbclid=IwAR2GntCfY-bUUPmH89yCMbK4y2LZq7CR1l6oDxJ6fQ_Si1_01lJBO4TGbWw https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/19406940.2021.1955727?journalCode=risp20 https://us.macmil...
Sep 01, 2021•37 min
