Cricket, Et Cetera

On the eve of her 200th international match, cricket superstar Megan Schutt reflects on a career she never could have imagined. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We unpack how a short Big Bash season has changed the game – and who's likely to walk away from tonight's final with the W. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, cricket non-expert and journalist Matthew Condon tries to reignite his family's passion in the noble art of summer beach cricket, with mixed results. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Matthew Condon and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former vice captain Brad Haddin reflects on Australia's World Cup wins, cricket's Olympics berth, and the retirement of one of the game's greats.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket great Brad Haddin reflects on the excitement and the nerves of the Boxing Day Test as Australia and India take to the turf at the MCG. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket great Brad Haddin weighs in on the match that's got everyone talking: about selection drama, fresh faces, and boardroom drama. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Cricket expert and former vice captain Brad Haddin shares his two cents on the growing rift between Mitchell Johnson and David Warner. Find out more about the Kayo Sports Summer of Cricket launch and register here. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack and Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday, the Women's Big Bash League carved out its own place in the Sydney Cricket Ground's storied history.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside cricket's long road to glory - and why moribund Australian rugby just keeps getting it wrong. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Australia secures a spot in the men's Cricket World Cup decider, we unpack why on-form South Africa has never managed to make it happen. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket will return to the Olympics for the first time in more than a century in 2028. We unpack what it means for the future of the game.  This episode is from The Front, The Australian's daily news podcast. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app.   This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia will face England in the first test since the Ashes on Saturday. We unpack what to expect after an unpredictable ODI World Cup run. This episode is from The Front, The Australian's daily news podcast. You can read our coverage of the ODI World Cup and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meg Lanning took two big breaks from the game that propelled her to international stardom. The Australian's sport reporter Will Swanton unpacks what to expect from her hotly anticipated return.  This episode is from The Front, The Australian's daily news podcast. You can read Will Swanton's essay about Meg Lanning and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete and Gideon watch New Zealand blitz England in the opening game of the World Cup, Australia close out their women's series against West Indies, Pete has a memorable encounter at the Sheffield Shield, and asks Gideon about his new book: The Girl in Cabin 350.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon watch India put Australia to the sword, catch up with domestic cricket events, and pay tribute to Ian Chappell on his 80th birthday with ten songs in his honour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon study the form ahead of the World Cup, pay tribute to a giant of Australian rules, and revisit the first World Cup in song with their top 10 from 1975.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon catch up with the ODI series in South Africa, discuss Mike Atherton's hard-hitting column, and to cheer themselves up choose ten songs for the death of Test cricket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon talk to Greg Chappell, about growing up a Chappell, building a technique, developing a body language, and life as a coach, selector and civilian, ahead of next week's Chappell Foundation dinner: https://events.humanitix.com/6th-annual-dinnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon catch up on the week's cricket news, drill into the national cricket census, and offer, in honour of the WACA toilet showdown, their top 10 toilet songs (really)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete and Gideon catch up on the world's leagues, worry about the future of international cricket, rummage in the mailbag and watch a great new (old) movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon catch up on the cricket glut round the world, compare notes on the Matildas, rummage in the mailbag, and make an amazing offer to Cricket Et Cetera listeners, sort of. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon reunite to reflect on the 2023 Ashes, run the rule over Australia's T20 and ODI squads, and rummage in the mail bag - including an epic poem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon survive a final thrilling day of the Ashes cricket as England win the Fifth Test by 49 runs to square the series two-all, share their impressions of the two teams and discuss their plans for home. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon stop for a felafel on the way back from the Oval, discuss the flourishing opening partnership of Usman Khawaja and David Warner, and Australia's hopes on the morrow as the 2023 Ashes moves into its final day. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon are joined by Barmy Army trumpeter Simon Finch to discuss England's dominant third day at the Fifth Test at the Oval, and the retirement of Australian nemesis Stuart Broad. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon sum up the second day of the Fifth Test with Bernard Fanning of Powderfinger and Western Suburbs CC Juniors, and savour the highlights of his (cricket) playing days. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon report, sotto voce, from The Oval, where Australia had the better of the first day of the Fifth Test, Pat Cummins led from the front, David Warner nicked behind, and Bazball felt a bit passe. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon preview the Fifth Test, and chat to one of their favourite tour companions, Ryan Pierse of Getty Images, about his decade as a cricket photographer.   Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gideon's first solo album: an interview with former England captain Mike Brearley about his new memoir Turning Over the Pebbles, captaincy, psychoanalysis, the Ashes and the sporting life.   Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon visit Liverpool on a whim, and not everything goes as planned, but they explore the legends of the Titanic and the Lusitania, pay homage to Cilla Black and Billy Fury, have a brush with scouse, and visit the city's oldest pub. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon pod about a day's nothing at Old Trafford as the Fourth Test ends in a rain-soaked draw, contemplate the lessons for Australia, the consequences for England, historic understandings of Ashes supremacy, and read your email....or don't.  Also includes use of the word 'gubbins.' Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon get two hours of cricket at a chilly Old Trafford, discuss Marnus Labuschagne's century, Mitch Marsh's application and Manchester's climate.  All in the back of a cab. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon watch Jonny Bairstow put Australia to the sword then Mark Wood put them through a wringer at Old Trafford, recount their night time sightings in Manchester, and look out for rain on the morrow. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon watched Australia crumble before a devastating third-wicket partnership between Zak Crawley and Joe Root, as England take control of the Fourth Test.  Also we take issue with Bumble's list of the best Manchester bands. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon watch an absorbing and tight Australian first innings in the Fourth Test at Headingley, toast Stuart Broad's 600th Test wicket, and report on Manchester's smallest bar. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon talk team news then set off to explore Manchester, delving into the past to recreate the greatest beer story ever sold. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete and Gideon catch up on the team news and enjoy your mail at the Radisson Hotel, on the site of the Free Trade Hall, location of the famous Sex Pistols gig in 1976 that launched the Manchester music scene. Warning: contains multiple gratuitous music references. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon catch up on cricket and their travels at some of Mark E. Smith's favourite watering holes in Manchester. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From separate locations but still podding on, Peter and Gideon consider Australia's selection dilemmas, wonder what cricket feels like, and have another rummage in the mailbag. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon sit through an agonising English victory chase which has the Ashes at 1-2 after 3, a brilliant innings by Harry Brook, a stirring spell by Mitch Starc, and a chapter of accidents. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon stay late at Headingley to watch an action-packed final session, in which England seized the initiative in this fluctuating Ashes.  Also their top ten haircut songs, and more of your mail. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Gideon follow the swings and roundabouts of an outrageous Third Test, Stokes' brilliant innings, Cummins' first English five-for, Moeen's insurgency, Wood's superfast spell. Plus views of Headingley past and present, and your mail. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.