Bouncing Around Podcast

The debut episode of Wrestling with History featuring Explosive Pro Wrestling champion Del Cano! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Coast great Peter Sumich has revealed that John Worsfold came incredibly close to become Fremantle's coach in 2002. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Fremantle Dockers Head of Development Simon Eastaugh joined Peter Vlahos and Peter Sumich on Talking Sport ahead of Fremantle's round 11 clash with Hawthorn at Optus Stadium. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

6PR listener Jake told Brad and Haggers his son spotted Collingwood players  wandering through the Perth CBD this morning. They've done their quarantine, but is this considered mingling with people outside their hub?  The AFL has been requested for comment on the protocols once players have completed their quarantine. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Record-breaking Wildcat Damian Martin joins Peter Vlahos for an in-depth look back on his remarkable career in basketball. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Fremantle star joins us to reveal how he's spending his time as the AFL and its players wait to be given the all clear to play due to the Coronavirus. The Father of three talks footy, training and what he's glued to on Netflix as he passes the time before getting back onto the playing field. 

On a bizarre day at the MCG, play was abandoned due to a dangerous pitch less than 3 weeks out from the Boxing Day test. Both Shaun Marsh and Marcus Stoinis were hit by unexpected deliveries, forcing match officials to stop play less than an hour into the second session of the Sheffield Shield game between WA and Victoria.

Peter Vlahos and Brett Bonetti talk to rising Perth Boxing prospect "The Ice Queen" Kylie Hutt to discuss her frustration of the quality of opponents AFLW star Tayla Harris has faced on her way to claiming 2 Australian boxing titles as Hutt looks to challenge Harris in the future

Andrew Gaff spoke to Jimmy Williams and Michael Barlow on Bouncing Around, after a win against Melbourne in Alice Springs

Former NRL star Mark 'Piggy' Riddell says the NRL will explore expanding the league into the Perth market. His comments come as WA prepare to host State of Origin Game 2 at Optus Stadium next Sunday. "I've love to see one there (in Perth). They're talking about a team in Brisbane first and foremost which is understandable, they can certainly have another team up there. I'm very very adamant that Brisbane need another team as do Perth." Queensland holds a 1-0 lead in the best of 3 series over New South Wales. "Everyone's excited to get over there. With the 3 game series they were always going to take the game to new markets. We've been to the MCG... and that sort of converted a lot of people."

Michael Barlow knows all about patience. He missed out multiple times before Fremantle gave him a shot at the big time. Chatting with Adam Papalia on Bouncing Around, Michael talks about the emotion of finally getting drafted after missing out so many times.  "My name popped up...I waited for about a minute, a minute and half (to talk to mum standing beside me). I'll never forget that. It was enormously satisfying and to share it with Mum was absolutely outstanding."  Michael went on to play for both the Dockers and the Suns and will have a role with Werribee in the VFL for season 2019. 

Freo Dockers fans rejoice! Footy is back and former player and now assistant coach Lisa Webb chats how the club plan on achieving success in its third AFLW campaign. Webb praises AFL men's player Joel Hamling for doing extra work around the club and helping out the women.   

Jhye Richardson has stormed into the test squad due to a back injury which has forced Josh Hazlewood to have a rest. Perth teammate Nathan Coulter-Nile says his teammate has always had the tricks to make it big, but has learned how to use them better in recent times.   

150 games is a fantastic milestone for any sportsperson to achieve and Clint Steindl will achieve just that when he takes on one of his former sides, Cairns, on Monday night. Steindl jokes he's a few games behind some of his more senior teammates and is keen to make it one to remember as the Wildcats hope to snap a 4-game losing streak.  "(I'm at) possibly the best club in Australian basketball over the last 30 years. When you are on the road you're definitely around the guys a lot. A few of us here and there probably come up with a bit of cabin fever cause your not necessarily around each other too much (at home). But when you are on those 10-day road trips it can get that way a bit mentally."   

Tournament Director Paul Kilderry says he can't wait for the upcoming Hopman Cup.. with two of the world's biggest sporting named Roger Federer and Serena Williams to be in town for the competition. Kilderry praised Federer for his fantastic attitude towards his fans, "If you sort of walk with him it just doesn't stop," he said.      

Perth Glory owner Tony Sage says he's thrilled to land EPL powerhouse Manchester United to Perth for a tour in 2019. Tony speaks with Peter Vlahos about what it will mean to have United set up in Perth for 10 days, what it will mean for the fans and engagement within the football community.  "They always wanted to come.. it was just the length of time and could we get another team here."          

Perth Glory forward Andy Keough chats with Peter Vlahos about his career so far... and how he plans to help the Glory claim this years A-League title under new coach Tony Popovic. A very honest Keough chats friends, family, football and moving to Australia to pursue a career in football.

The former England test captain chats with Peter Vlahos and WACA cricketer Jhye Richardson about the Aussie ODI win Adelaide.. and previews the 3rd ODI in Tasmania.  

Inaugral coach Gary Marocchi chats with Peter to talk about how he thinks the Perth Glory will go on the eve of their A-League campain under coach Tony Popovic.   

An impressive century helped WA to a win over South Australia in the final round of the Sheffielf Shield. Peter Vlahos talks with man of the match Hilton Cartwright.

The retiring AFLW Fremantle Docker talks to Peter Vlahos after a win in the club's final game of the 2018 season. Lavell booted two goals as the Dockers avoided the wooden spoon.

Nang Nguyen was officially selected for Gold Coast this week for his efforts in powerlifting, Nguyen lifts an incredible 142kgs and will be heading to his first Commonwealth Games next month. He and teammate Ben Wright nick named themselves the “Dung beetles” because they “push heavy sh*t". Nguyen spoke with Peter Vlahos about his disability, how he was treated by his family and the release he found in his sport. 

6PR’s Sue McDougall joins Peter Vlahos in Bouncing Around to tell him why she loves her life and family.

Every week on Bouncing Around we will countdown to the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and speak with an athlete who is aiming to compete in the games. This week we caught up with breastroker Tommy Sucipto, who is heading the swimming trials on the Gold Coast on Sunday and will be racing for his spot in the Commonwealth Games team on Wednesday. 

Every week on Bouncing Around we will countdown to the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and speak with an athlete who is aiming to compete in the games. This week we catch up with Ben Wright who is a powerlifter who can lift three times his weight and moved to the sport after trying his hand at basketball. 

Madison De Rozario has taken her sport to a whole new level and on Australia Day, while the rest of us enjoyed a day off, she was claiming her fourth title in the Oz Day 10k event in wheelchair racing.  De Rozario has been selected for the Commonwealth Games later this year on the Gold Coast, she shared her journey on Bouncing Around. 

Chris Harold from the Perth Glory joined Peter Vlahos on Bouncing Around to speak about the side's recent run of poor form and the possibility of gaining some new players in the transfer window.

The Wildcats have that winning feeling back after claiming an eight-point win over the Sydney Kings on Sunday.  Bryce Cotton top-scored with 18 points and spoke with us after the win. 

Five-time paralympian and Rio Olympic flagbearer, Brad Ness and retired as a player and taking on a new coaching role.  Ness told us all about his decision. 

The Glory recorded a 0-3 loss to Adelaide United, Joseph Mills spoke with us after the loss.   

Ashton Agar was back with the Perth Scorchers after a call up to the Australian squad, but unfortunately the Scorchers claimed their first loss of the season going down to the Brisbane Heat by 49 runs. 

The Perth Lynx have sealed top spot for the end of the season after their 14th consecutive win on Saturday afternoon. The Lynx hosted the Melbourne Boomers who were lead by Olympic slam-dunker Liz Cambage and Perth came out on top 84-66.  Alex Ciabbatoni spoke with Mark Readings after another record-breaking win for the Perth Lynx.   

The Perth Scorchers have opened their defence for the BBL in style with a six wicket win over the Sydney Sixers.  The Scorchers won the toss and opted to field and the wickets fell fast including a hat-trick from Andrew "AJ" Tye, which is his third hat-trick in the BBL competition and only the second person to claim that feat.  Ashton Turner stole the man of the match title from Tye with his effort with the bat. The vice captain scored 52 not out including five 6s and two 4s.  AJ Tye spoke with Mark Reading straight after the Scorchers win. 

Perth Glory defender Shane Lowry joined Brad Hardie to chat about their current form going into their away clash against the Central Coast Mariners.

Daniel Garb joined Brad Hardie on Bouncing Around to speak all things soccer including the Socceroo's Russia World Cup Draw - they're next head coach and the form of the Perth Glory.

Former Fremantle Dockers defender Garrick Ibbotson spoke with Brad Hardie about his transition from the AFL.

The Warriors are in Melbourne to face Victoria in the Sheffield Shield and Simon Mackin joined Brad Hardie to speak about the side's form and the chances of playing with the bad weather continuing.

David Shortte joined Brad Hardie on Bouncing Around to preview the Winterbottom Stakes at Ascot.

Local legend Ian "Sticks" Brayshaw has had his own share of success in cricket and the WAFL, his sons also made a name for themselves and now he has three grandson's aligned to AFL clubs with Angus already with Melbourne, Andrew picked up by Fremantle yesterday at #2 and Hamish taken by the West Coast Eagles at #68. 

Peter Sumich is the WA State Academy Coach and has worked with most of the WA players who are now heading to the AFL. 

Player agent Colin Young had 11 of his players picked up in the AFL Draft; he was in Sydney for the draft and spoke with us about the experience.