Four new teams are joining the AFLW in season seven so let's get to know the coaches. Lucy speaks to Sydney Swans AFLW head coach Scott Gowans. He talks about the role club culture played in his move to the Swans, his approach to building the list and development pathways on and off the field. They also speak about rivalries, and raise the idea of some new competition in unexpected areas. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@ou...
Jul 05, 2022•31 min
Four new teams are joining the AFLW in season seven so let's get to know the coaches. Julia catches up with the coach of the inaugural Essendon team, Natalie Wood. She talks about her playing and coaching journey, how to rally a brand new team, building an impressive list and her hopes for a big round one match 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 peop...
Jun 28, 2022•28 min
Four new teams are joining the AFLW in season seven so let's get to know the coaches. First, Emma catches up with Bec Goddard. Bec is no stranger to the Outer Sanctum and to women's footy, having coached Adelaide to a premiership in AFLW season one. She's back and this time she's coaching at Hawthorn, the club she grew up loving. She tells us about her memories of Waverley Park, her development and her hopes for the Hawks. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Em...
Jun 22, 2022•20 min
Tess, Julia and Kate ask what the fight between Melbourne players says about masculinity, mental health and club culture, and consider the debate around the AFL's illicit drug policy, with guidance from Dr Annie Madden AO. Plus we offer up a special edition of omen watch and ask which footy song you'd bring back if you had the chance. 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...
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Emma, Julia and Rana look ahead to a seventh AFLW season and unpack the fast evolution of the league. In a game of Kiss, Marry, Dump, the team consider what they love about the competition and what they're happy to let go of. Plus, AFLW powerhouse Isabel Huntington talks about her new appointment to the AFLPA board, her life outside footy and a potential future in sports administration. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outl...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min
This week, as debate raged about who should take responsibility for the welfare of retired footballers, yet another mass shooting in the United States saw sporting figures and clubs taking matters into their own hands. Over at Wimbledon, we ask if the call for athletes to use their platform can go too far. Player movements are afoot in the AFLW with expansion signings, the draft and trade period. And we chat to Chelsea Roffey about the state of umpiring. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitt...
May 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min
There's a new CBA for AFLW Season 7 and there's a lot to celebrate about it. Rana caught up with Paul Marsh from the AFLPA to discuss how the deal was done. And following the election we ponder the parallels between politics and sport, what we can learn from the success of the independents and do we need footy's first referendum? 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 ...
May 24, 2022•56 min
In the lead-up to the Sir Doug Nicholls Round, we reflect on its power and significance. We unpack the recent debate about aggression in footy, and consider current interpretations of the 50m penalty. Finally, we talk to Collingwood AFLW star, Sabrina Frederick, about the impact the uncertainty surrounding the CBA and Season 7 is having on players and their families. SHOW NOTES Lauren Wood on where the AFLW negotiations are at Cheryl Critchley argued passionately for our grand final to stay in t...
May 17, 2022•49 min
It's been a huge week in international politics, with the rights of pregnant people coming under renewed attack in the USA. What will this development mean for sport? Closer to home, with an election looming, we consider election omens and make our own pitches for your vote. Plus, player privacy, an update on AFLW, and a new report into umpire abuse. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is recorded...
May 11, 2022•50 min
This week Nicole talks to multi award winning journalist Russell Jackson about the work he’s doing to give a voice to survivors of historical cases of child sexual abuse at some of our biggest and most beloved sporting clubs. CONTENT WARNING: This episode tackles difficult and sensitive issues including child sexual abuse and violence against children. If you or someone you know needs help or to talk: Lifeline - 13 11 14 Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 1800 Respect - 1800...
May 04, 2022•38 min
With the announcement that AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan will leave the role at the end of the season, we do a temperature check on our relationship with footy and discuss what his legacy will be. 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 p...
Apr 27, 2022•45 min
As we refresh and unwind after the AFLW season, take a listen back to some of the great conversations we've had this year. If you missed it, Rana wrote an excellent piece in The Age about the end of the Gillon McLachlan era and what leadership the AFL might look to going forward. Read it here . Links to the full episodes from this week here: Craig Starcevich and Trent Cooper Hayley Miller Michael Wilson Brodie Grundy Liam Elphick You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebo...
Apr 19, 2022•40 min
That's a wrap on AFLW season six. We celebrate the Crows big win, deal with breaking trade bombshells and ponder what comes next for the competition. Rana wrote about the Crows dynasty for the Guardian this week - read it here . 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 land...
Apr 12, 2022•51 min
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - AFLW Grand Final week. To mark the occasion and unpack who will win and why, we’re joined by two of the best footy brains in the business - AFLW coaches Craig Starcevich and Trent Cooper. 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 la...
Apr 07, 2022•30 min
We’re at the pointy end of the AFLW season, and as we count down to Saturday’s Grand Final, we review the preliminary finals and preview what’s to come. We reveal the inside word from the W awards, and consider the challenges of expansion and the trade season. In the melee we discuss allegations of racism from Cyril Rioli about his time at Hawthorn, and unpack some of the many issues raised. And we bid a sad farewell to women’s footy giant, Ann Rulton. Vale Ann. Show notes: Read Nicole Hayes' pi...
Apr 06, 2022•56 min
This week Lucy chats with Michael Willson, Chief Photographer for the AFL, about being on the SCG in the crowd to capture the incredible images when Lance Franklin kicked his 1000th goal. They talk about the anxiety, joy and privilege of working on the sidelines of the game he loves. And he shares his feelings about the images that have stayed with him, and those that got away. You can see some of Michael Willson's photography on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/michaelcwillson/ You can fo...
Mar 31, 2022•24 min
This week saw jubilant scenes at the SCG as Buddy kicked his 1000th goal, chaotic scenes at the MCG as a fire alarm triggered an evacuation, and joyful scenes at the GABBA as Brisbane sailed into the AFLW prelim. Off field, we turned to the Oscars, and while women’s sport was being celebrated, an ableist "joke" and a violent response threatened to overshadow it all. Read what our Rana wrote about footy milestones this week in the Guardian We mentioned: https://lens.monash.edu/@politics-society/2...
Mar 29, 2022•54 min
This week Nicole catches up with Felice Arena, bestselling author of the popular Specky Magee kids’ books. Specky is turning twenty and to celebrate, a 20th Anniversary edition has been released along with Felice’s brand new kids’ book, The Unstoppable Flying Flanagan – about the adventures of a young girl who loves her footy, even though it’s war time 1942, and girls aren’t allowed to play. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast...
Mar 25, 2022•23 min
The AFLM is back, and the AFLW finals are finally underway. An impressive Freo put an end to North Melbourne’s season, but in an unexpected twist, a journalist became the biggest story of the week. We consider how we got here, and where we need to go next, in a week that challenged us all deeply. Further resources and reading: https://youtu.be/xYUthwfkmcA https://www.codesports.com.au/afl/underwood-female-broadcasters-should-not-be-publicly-humiliated-for-simply-doing-their-jobs/news-story/a68f4...
Mar 22, 2022•52 min
It's Finals Eve for the AFLW so Lucy called footy analyst, Gemma Bastiani for some good old footy chat. Gemma previews the finals, reviews the season, and makes some predictions. Enjoy the great work of Gemma and other excellent women in sport over at Siren Sport 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 Traditiona...
Mar 17, 2022•26 min
As we farewell the home and away season, we take a look at the qualifying finals, and discuss the possibility of an August 2022 start for the next AFLW season -- the pros, the cons, and the whatabouts. We also discuss a recent global report which - in news that shocked no one - indicates Australian men have some of the most sexist views in the western world. For an in depth read on the August season debate, read our own Rana Hussain's take on it in the Guardian You can follow The Outer Sanctum o...
Mar 16, 2022•50 min
This week, Kate catches up with discrimination law expert, academic and former footy scout Liam Elphick, to discuss the "Save Women's Sport" bill currently before federal parliament. What does it mean and how would it work if it became law? They consider the implications for trans and intersex athletes and some of the bill's troubling unintended consequences. You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Email us at theoutersanctumpodcast@outlook.com The Outer Sanctum is...
Mar 10, 2022•31 min
We talk about breaking records and breaking systems as we reflect on the final week of the home and away games and IWD. We mentioned: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/aflw/international-womens-day-2022-sarah-perkins-hits-back-at-faceless-online-trolls/news-story/9c84b96836644541082f0d85b33fc89b 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...
Mar 08, 2022•50 min
Rana catches up with Collingwood AFLM player Brodie Grundy. They chat about life outside footy, the impact of a new coach, what success really looks like and what they have learned from the Do Better report. 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, l...
Mar 03, 2022•29 min
It’s been a seismic week in global politics with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We look at how sportspeople and organisations around the world have responded, and closer to home, reflect on footy’s fraught relationship with the imagery of war. We also ask: how do we inspire women to take up sport? Plus all the AFLW highlights. We mentioned: Why we need to stop using war metaphors Stop the Bombing! Essendon's nickname a crass insult to modern society Ukraine Crisis Appeal Donate to NSW SES You can...
Mar 01, 2022•53 min
This week Shelley caught up with Richmond’s Tessa Lavey to chat about cross-coding, being a role model, and the story behind the Tigers’ Indigenous jumper. 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 Indigen...
Feb 24, 2022•16 min
As we embrace the AFLW festival of footy, we discuss the latest concussion research, the role of player – and mascot! – unions, and what really drives change. And, as we farewell Red Rooster at the G, we offer an alternative footy menu. We mentioned: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-02-20/aflw-kirsten-mcleod-gender-concussion-women-sport/100810750 https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/feb/21/predict-aflw-flag-winner-if-you-must-just-mind-the-caveats-and-asterisks https://www.womens.afl/news/858...
Feb 22, 2022•45 min
This week Kate phones Melbourne star Libby Birch to discuss Libby’s recent call for an historic joint collective bargaining agreement for the AFLM and AFLW. Libby also reflects on some of the lessons that first generation AFLW players are teaching the next generation about the history of women’s struggle for equality in sport. We mentioned: https://www.womens.afl/news/84186/birch-come-on-boys-join-the-push-for-a-historic-joint-cba You can follow The Outer Sanctum on Twitter , Instagram and Faceb...
Feb 17, 2022•24 min
There's no such thing as "perfect conditions" this AFLW season. What are the fixes? There are lots of suggestions out there, we discuss them, and come up with some of our own. We mentioned: https://twitter.com/leesacatto/status/1492667684844027909?s=21 https://twitter.com/siekmanwayne/status/1492467442114646021?s=21 https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/aflw/mark-robinson-aflw-season-is-a-mess-and-problems-are-mounting-for-the-afl/news-story/a5de0d7295f186288cc8bb6b329b7cf0 https://www.heraldsu...
Feb 16, 2022•44 min
Tess and Lucy call Fremantle captain, Hayley Miller, to talk about life on the road, leadership, and how the team are regrouping back in WA. 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 Indigenous Elders past...
Feb 10, 2022•26 min
