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One day, female athletes will be recognised by their achievements, not by their gender. Until then, we'll keep sharing the stories of epic Aussie female athletes. Join Olympic Gold Medallist, Chloe Dalton, as she chats with World Champions, fellow Olymp

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    beyond the game: meet sports psychologist kris dun

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 58:51 Transcription Available


    Kris Dun is the National Performance Psychology Lead at the Australian Institute of Sport. But it was a bold move to Scotland back in 2010 that kick-started her career, helping her gain invaluable psychology experience at the Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games. From supporting athletes at four different Commonwealth Games, to working with both Team Australia and Team Scotland at the Olympic Games, Kris shares loads of advice for those looking at a career in sports psychology. The ‘Beyond the Game’ podcast series has been developed in collaboration with the New South Wales Office of Sport. Part of the Her Future in Sport initiatives, we’re helping the Office of Sport to light the spark of inspiration in young women and adolescent girls to show the breadth of interesting and fulfilling careers across the broader sports sector. From creative to curious, scientific to sporty, we want every girl to see that there is a place for her in a sports career. Explore the possibilities at the Her Future in Sport Quiz: careers.tool.sport.nsw.gov.au *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    melbourne city are crowned a-league womens champions for a FIFTH time! ⚽

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 28:09 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Melbourne City have lifted their 5th Ninja A-League Championship Trophy, the NSW Blues have secured back-to-back State of Origin Series victories, and Abbey Caldwell has become the second fastest Australian woman in history over 1500m. For the key story, the AFLW have announced an historic representative game between Australia and Ireland to be played later this year. We discuss what it means for the game and some interesting scheduling choices ... *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    manchester city win their first women's super league title in a decade

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 24:48 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Manchester City have won the Women’s Super League, the Melbourne Vixens have won nine-straight Super Netball games, and Natalia Drobot has won Australia’s first international gold medal of the Paddling season! For the key story, we unpack research by Deakin University and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that reveals alarming levels of racism and discrimination in women’s sports in Australia. *** Join us for the ultimate warm-up for Women's State of Origin Game 2. We'll meet at Brisbane's Caxton St Brewing Co from 5:00 pm, then walk together to Suncorp Stadium for WSOO Game 2. Your ticket covers entry, food and drinks, Q&A with NRLW and Women's State of Origin stars, trivia and giveaways. Most importantly, it includes a seat at Suncorp for Women's State of Origin Game 2. Grab your tickets for the Warm-up now: https://thewarmupwsoo2.eventbrite.com.au ** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    beyond the game: meet sports journalist + commentator emma lawrence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 63:41 Transcription Available


    This year, Emma Lawrence became the first woman in history to play-by-play commentate an NRL game. But behind that epic achievement is 15 years of hustling in the sports media industry. From starting as an unpaid intern at the Parramatta Eels to becoming one of the most recognisable Rugby League voices on both Fox Sports and Channel Nine, Emma opens up on how her work ethic and determination have guided her career and shares plenty of advice for those looking to find their way in the sports media industry. The ‘Beyond the Game’ podcast series has been developed in collaboration with the New South Wales Office of Sport. Part of the Her Future in Sport initiatives, we’re helping the Office of Sport to light the spark of inspiration in young women and adolescent girls to show the breadth of interesting and fulfilling careers across the broader sports sector. From creative to curious, scientific to sporty, we want every girl to see that there is a place for her in a sports career. Explore the possibilities at the Her Future in Sport Quiz: careers.tool.sport.nsw.gov.au *** Join us for the ultimate warm-up for Women's State of Origin Game 2. We'll meet at Brisbane's Caxton St Brewing Co from 5:00 pm, then walk together to Suncorp Stadium for WSOO Game 2. Your ticket covers entry, food and drinks, Q&A with NRLW and Women's State of Origin stars, trivia and giveaways. Most importantly, it includes a seat at Suncorp for Women's State of Origin Game 2. Grab your tickets for the Warm-up now: https://thewarmupwsoo2.eventbrite.com.au ** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    sam kerr becomes chelsea's all-time leading goal scorer in the WSL ⚽

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 23:44 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Sam Kerr has become Chelsea’s all-time leading goal-scorer in the Women’s Super League, the NSW Blues have taken a 1-0 series lead in State of Origin, and Steph Gilmore is carving up an epic surfing comeback at Snapper Rocks. For the key story, we discuss new FIFA laws that mean the Afghanistan Women’s Football Team can officially play in international competitions again! *** Join us for the ultimate warm-up for Women's State of Origin Game 2. We'll meet at Brisbane's Caxton St Brewing Co from 5:00 pm, then walk together to Suncorp Stadium for WSOO Game 2. Your ticket covers entry, food and drinks, Q&A with NRLW and Women's State of Origin stars, trivia and giveaways. Most importantly, it includes a seat at Suncorp for Women's State of Origin Game 2. Grab your tickets for the Warm-up now: https://thewarmupwsoo2.eventbrite.com.au ** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the next: welcome to the internet era of women's community sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 35:21 Transcription Available


    THE NEXT is a monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what’s coming, but to notice what’s already in motion. This week, we discuss four signals of change around how community women's sport is going global— and the shadow system running alongside sport that's making it happen. *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game is finally here: Grab your copy now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Plus, The Women's Sports Fan Club is here. Grab yours and join the club now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    tigst assefa breaks her own world record at the london marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 26:40 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa has broken her own world record at the London Marathon, Sam Kerr has become Chelsea's equal leading all-time goal-scorer, and the Aussie Steelers have won bronze at the Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge! For the key story, we discuss the National Women’s Soccer League's [NWSL] decision to join the biggest ACL study in the history of Women’s Football. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    tameka yallop's journey to becoming the brisbane roar's most-capped womens player

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 41:43 Transcription Available


    Tameka Yallop is the second-highest goal scorer in A-League Women's history. And when you look back upon her career, there’s little wonder why. By 12 years old, Meeks was already playing in Open Women's football teams and just four years later made her Matildas debut. By 17, she was playing in the inaugural season of the W-League, which set her up for success in some of the world’s best football leagues – playing in seven different countries throughout her career. Now in 2026, she’s back raring to go, where it all began at the Brisbane Roar. You can watch Tameka and the Brisbane Roar during this weekend’s A-League elimination finals, live and free on 10.com.au. ***Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    maddi levi moves to second on the rugby sevens all-time scorers list

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 36:07 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Maddi Levi has moved into second on the all-time sevens try scorers list at just 23 years old, the Melbourne Vixens remain undefeated this Super Netball season, and Molly Picklum is through to the quarter-finals of the Margaret River Pro For the key story, we discuss how global women's sport revenue is set to reach 3 BILLION USD (4.2 billion aus) for the first time ever this year, according to Deloitte. *** Footy is a game for everyone. The Limited Edition We Play Footy Too tee is about celebrating that fact. Loudly. Proudly. Proceeds from this tee will now go directly to the Wedgies Community Club Trust Fund, supporting and helping establish independent, inclusive women’s sporting clubs that may need an extra hand getting off the ground. Pre-Order closes Midnight Tuesday, April 21. Order your WPFT tee now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/products/we-play-too-tee-pre-order *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    from dancing at disneyland to the rugby world cup with wallaroos winger desiree miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 43:09 Transcription Available


    Growing up, Desi Miller was well acquainted with the gym floor and the dance studio, having spent her younger years as a representative gymnast who even performed at Disneyland threes time. But when COVID hit in 2021, Desifresh out of high school, decided to take up Rugby Union and hasn’t looked back since. Within three years of picking up a footy for the first time, Desi has gone on to play for the NSW Waratahs and debut for Australia as Wallaroo Number 204. And now she’s representing Team Rugby Union on RIVALS, to help settle the debate over which Australian sporting code reigns supreme. We hope you enjoy this episode, and don’t forget you can catch Desi and Team Rugby Union on the final few episodes of Rivals. Watch Rivals now on Kayo Sports ***Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    keeping things in perspective with nrlw star jaime chapman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 27:11 Transcription Available


    When Rugby League player Jaime Chapman was growing up, she didn’t have any NRLW players to look up to. In fact, her dad helped her make her own Sevens team full of young girls, just so she could keep playing footy. Fast forward to 2020, and Jaime made her NRLW debut with the Dragons and hasn’t looked back since. Chappo's gone on to play in two NRLW grand-finals, represent the Indigenous All-Stars and make 8 state of Origin appearances, including in 2024 when she scored THAT 85m solo try. A proud Kamilaroi woman, Jaime shares what it means to represent her mob, why being a role model for the next generation of women is so important, and what Strength Your Way means to her as a Rockwear ambassador. We hope you enjoy this episode, thanks to Rockwear. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    melbourne city secure their third-straight a-league minor premiership⚽

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 21:48 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Nina Kennedy is back - winning gold at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne, the Wallaroos have got their first win under their belt for 2026, AND Melbourne City are the 2026 A-League Minor Premiers! For the key story, we discuss new research out of the Sailing World that shows 67% of women sailors continue to see gender imbalance as a significant issue within the sport, and what frameworks are being put in place to address this. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    aussie golfer hannah green wins an historic three tournaments in a row ⛳

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 30:01 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Hannah Green has become the first Australian to win a hat-trick of titles in major tour events, Jess Hull has won two medals at the World Indoor Athletics Championships, and it seems the WNBPA have finally reached an agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement. For the key story, we discuss new FIFA regulations that now require every women’s team to include at least one woman head or assistant coach in their staff. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    how eight-time grand slam finalist casey dellacqua learnt to love losing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 50:20 Transcription Available


    Casey Dellacqua is one of Australia’s greatest doubles tennis players. During her career, the West Australian played eight Grand Slam finals, including in 2011 when she won the French Open mixed doubles title alongside American Scott Lipsky. She reached a career high doubles ranking of number three in the world, and made history alongside fellow Aussie Ash Barty, when they became the first Australian duo to reach the women's doubles final of the Australian Open since 1977. This week, Chloe sits down with eight-time Grand Slam finalist turned legendary tennis commentator Casey Dellacqua. Casey shares what she learnt from losing seven Grand Slam finals, and how she’s working as the Women and Girls Lead at Tennis New South Wales to increase participation and equity within the sport. We hope you enjoy this episode. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    hannah green becomes the first aussie to win the australian open in 12 years! ⛳

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 22:40 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Hannah Green has broken a 12-year Aussie drought to win golf’s Australian Open, The Tillies are through to the Semi-Finals of the Women’s Asian Cup and Maddi Levi has become the third-most prolific try-scorer in the history of the rugby Sevens Series For the key story, we discuss new data out of England that shows Women’s Football Fans are likely to spend more money on a match day compared to Men’s Football Fans *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    how sarah walsh went from lifting the asian cup to becoming it's chief operations officer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 44:43 Transcription Available


    With 70 Caps and 35 International Goals to her name, Sarah Walsh is one of the most formidable Matildas to ever play football for Australia. Sitting 5th on the All-time Matildas’ goal-scorers list, Walshy was as much of a weapon off the field as she was on it. Serving as a long-time member of the Professional Footballers Association and playing a pivotal role in helping the Tillies secure their first Collective Bargaining Agreement back in 2010. In that same year, she also lifted the Asian Cup and now, 16 years later, is working as Chief Operations Officer at the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup as the Tillies try to lift that iconic piece of silverware once again. We hope you enjoy this episode, and don’t forget to grab your tickets to the Women’s Asian Cup happening now! 12 of Asia’s best teams are battling it out on Australian shores and ti something you don’t want to miss. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the townsville fire are the 2026 wnbl champions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 20:10 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: The Townsville Fire are WNBL Champions, Aussie Hannah Green has won Golf’s Women’s World Championship in Singapore, and the Matildas have kicked off their Asian Cup Campaign with a W. For the key story, Women’s Ice Hockey Attendance records have been broken in the United States on the back of Team USA’s Olympic Gold Medal! *** Want to be a part of an Aussie World record attempt?! On International Women's Day (8 March), the NSW Office of Sport will attempt to take the most simultaneous selfies between 7:30pm-7:35pm! All you need to do is post a selfie to the IG main feed using #stadia2street between 7.30pm and 7.35pm AEDT from a public account [stories and private accounts can’t be counted]. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our latest TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. this Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the next: is the algorithm setting the women's sports agenda?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 51:23 Transcription Available


    THE NEXT is a monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what’s coming, but to notice what’s already in motion. This week, we discuss five signals of change around how the algorithm quietly is quietly who gets seen, picked, paid, and protected in women’s sport — and who sets the rules of the machine in the first place. *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game is finally here: Grab your copy now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Plus, The Women's Sports Fan Club is here. Grab yours and join the club now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    aussie danielle scott seals silver in her fourth winter olympic games

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 23:01 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Aussie Skier Danielle Scott has won Silver in Aerial Skiing, India have won their T20 Series against Australia, and Arsenal have set up a Champions League date with Chelsea! For the key story, we discuss ESPN’s new primetime Sunday Women's sports slot -‘Women’s Sports Sundays’ and what it means for the future of women's sports broadcasts. *** Want to be a part of an Aussie World record attempt?! On International Women's Day (8 March), the NSW Office of Sport will attempt to take the most simultaneous selfies between 7:30pm-7:35pm! All you need to do is post a selfie to the IG main feed using #stadia2street between 7.30pm and 7.35pm AEDT from a public account [stories and private accounts can’t be counted]. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. this Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    learning to 'do it til you're comfy' with mountain bike rider haz burbidge-smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 47:35 Transcription Available


    For the first 20 years of her career, Haz Burbidge-Smith was an avid BMX rider – winning multiple world and Australian Championships, with her focus set on fulfilling her Olympic dream. But then she discovered her true passion – Mountain Bike Riding - and hasn’t looked back since. But in 2024, Haz suffered what she thought was a broken hand, which later turned out to be a broken hand, neck and wrist. Lucky to be where she is, Haz has since been on an incredible journey to get back on the bike and return to the competitive slopestyle scene. Haz opens up about choosing a sport for fulfilment rather than societal expectations, learning to embrace her fear to take on gnarly tricks, and her emotional journey back on the bike just 6 MONTHS after surgery. This weekend, Haz will compete in Crankworx Christchurch as a wildcard, out to show herself and her fellow riders why she deserves a spot on tour. We hope you enjoy this episode. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    jakara anthony and josie baff bring home aussie gold at the winter olympics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 31:06 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Jakara Anthony and Josie Baff have won Gold Medals for Australia at the Winter Games, the Indigenous All-Stars have claimed victory over the Māori All-stars in Rugby League, and Willa Pearson has become the youngest goal scorer in Women’s A-League history! For the key story, we discuss a four-year study by FC Barcelona’s Innovation Hub, which suggests that injuries sustained by footballers while menstruating may take significantly longer to heal than those suffered when not on their period. Want to know when all the women athletes are competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics? Download our 2026 Milano-Cortina Women's Sports Calendar here. Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. this Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    gracey hemstreet becomes the first woman in history to win two red bull hardline events

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 21:46 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, two Aussie Women are through to the big air final at the Winter Olympics, Anneli Maley gets the first triple-double of this WNBL season, and Gr acey Hemstreet has become the first woman in history to win two Red Bull Hardline events! For the key story, we discuss how women's basketball league, unrivalled, has hosted the highest attended women’s professional basketball regular season game in history! And what it means for the future of women’s basketball. Want to know when all the women athletes are competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics? Download our 2026 Milano-Cortina Women's Sports Calendar here. Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. this Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the unspoken pressure of being an olympian with aussie triathlete emma jeffcoat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 57:48 Transcription Available


    This episode contains content that some may find distressing. If you or anyone you know needs help, you can contact the Butterfly Foundation on 1800-33-4673. *** Emma Jeffcoat is an Australian Olympic Triathlete, but it was actually through surf lifesaving that she first found her love for endurance sport. After making the switch in her early twenties, Emma never looked back - going on to win two World Cup events and qualify for her first Olympic Games. While the 2021 Olympics, which included a top 10 finish, were one of the highlights of Emma’s career, they also proved some of the hardest times of her life - with the comedown from the games ultimately teaching her how to ask for help when she needed it most. Emma shares what it’s been like to navigate the once-toxic culture of endurance sport and what she hopes to do to change that environment for the next generation of triathletes. We hope you enjoy this episode. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    elena rybakina wins her first australian open title

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 31:24 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, Elena Rybakina wins her first Australian Open Title, Australian Cricket has a new Captain and Arsenal have won the biggest prize in the history of women’s football! For the key story, we discuss the creation of the new tech-based Women’s TGL Golf League and why it's dividing women's players. Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT. this Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    lizelle lee leads the hobart hurricanes to their first wbbl title

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 24:26 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, The Hobart Hurricanes are the newest WBBL Champions, Bree Walker has claimed her third-consecutive Monobob gold medal in Lillehammer and the Bendigo Spirit have claimed their seventh consecutive win the WNBL For the key story, we discuss the new partnership between the Women’s Tennis Association and Mercedes-Benz which is being hailed as the largest partnership in the history of women’s sports.*** TFAP Producer Sophie Norris caught up with former Lionesses Goalkeeper and Commercial Manager at Chelsea FC to hear all about Chelsea's upcoming women's match against the A-League All-Stars in Australia. Read the full story here: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/blogs/stories/from-stamford-bridge-to-the-harbour-bridge *** Our brand new Women's Sports Fan Club tees have been restocked JUST in time for Christmas, and because we were feeling festive, we even added a new colourway!

    the next: can fashion, beauty and women's sports co-exist?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 43:35 Transcription Available


    THE NEXT is a new monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what’s coming, but to notice what’s already in motion. This week, we discuss five signals of change around the convergence between fashion, beauty and women’s sport. *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game is finally here: Grab your copy now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Plus, The Women's Sports Fan Club t-shirt has arrived! Grab yours and join the club now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    jess stenson breaks the australian marathon record

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 25:48 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, Jess Stenson has broken the Australian marathon record, the Hobart Hurricanes have finished the WBBL season on top of the ladder and the Aussie Sevens Women are the Queens of Cape Town! For the key story, we discuss a new partnership between IVF Australia and the Australian Netball Players Association, which aims to respond to address player concerns about fertility health.*** Our brand new Women's Sports Fan Club tees sold out within 36 hours of going live! But don't worry we'll be dropping a second batch on DECEMBER 15

    north melbourne become the first back-to-back aflw champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 20:50 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, North Melbourne have become the first team to win back-to-back flags in AFLW history, the Perth Thundersticks have come from fourth place to win back-to-back Hockey One Premierships and Aussie BMX star Natalya Diehm has clinched bronze in the final BMX World Cup event of the year! For the key story, we discuss the proposed expansion of the Suncorp Super Netball with expressions of interest open for two new teams to join the competition by 2027!*** Our brand new Women's Sports Fan Club tees sold out within 24 hours of going live! But don't worry we'll be dropping a second batch VERY soon

    how lisa sthalekar became the first woman president of the world cricketers association

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 50:51 Transcription Available


    Lisa Sthalekar was the first woman to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets in the history of One-Day International Cricket. But Lisa’s cricketing journey began in her teenage years when she became the first woman to ever join her local cricket club, and as they say, the rest is history. Lisa went on to captain the New South Wales Breakers and the Australian national team on many occasions. But her resume off the pitch is just as impressive: winning back-to-back Belinda Clark medals, becoming the first woman to be President of the World Cricketers Association, and most recently co-founding Around the Wickets: A women's cricket travel business encouraging fans to travel the world to support the Australian team. Keen to join Around the Wickets for your next travel adventure? Find out more about Lisa's next trip here: https://atwickets.com/ *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game, is dropping this BLACK FRIDAY [28.11.25] and so are our new women's sports fan club tees! Want exclusive VIP access? Sign up here to get first access to the game and tee: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/pages/subscribe *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the stage is set for the 2025 aflw grand final

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 27:43 Transcription Available


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, the 2025 AFLW Grand Final is set, Bobsledder Bree Walker has claimed another podium finish on the World Cup Circuit and young guns Stefie Fejes & Jasmine Fleming finish as the best Australian duo at the Beach Volleyball World Champs. For the key story, we discuss the new Professional Women’s Baseball League set to launch next year in the U.S, and how nine Aussie women have been drafted for its inaugural season!*** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for the final night of our pub trivia tour tonight thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport, featuring a special Q&A from Cate Campbell. Brisbane - [Tonight] Tuesday, November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your 2 FOR 1 tickets *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the next: is there such thing as too much money in women's sport?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 55:57


    THE NEXT is a new monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what’s coming, but to notice what’s already in motion. This week we discuss five signals of change around how big money and big investment is entering women's sports. *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for the final week of our pub trivia tour thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Brisbane - Tuesday, November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the wrap: chelsea set a new women's super league record ⚽

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 29:54


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, Chelsea has set a new Women’s Super League record, Caoimhe Bray has taken a surprise WBBL hat-trick, and the Aussie Gliders have claimed Bronze at the Asia Oceania Championships For the key story, we discuss a new report from the Australian Professional Footballers Association that’s pushing for the A-League women’s competition to become full-time to improve the league and its playing conditions.*** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for the final week of our pub trivia tour thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Brisbane - Tuesday, November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    from making your wnbl debut at 14-years-old to becoming a pro baller with shyla heal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 28:22


    Shyla Heal debuted in the WNBL at just 14 years old. In the decade since her debut, she’s gone on to play for five clubs in the Australian Women’s Basketball League, including the championship-winning Townsville Fire in 2023. But one of the biggest moments of Shyla’s career came when she was drafted by the Chicago Sky in the 2021 WNBA Draft. Shyla played just four games before being traded and waived from the roster in the most brutal of ways. But now she’s using it as motivation to one day return to the World’s Best Women’s Basketball league. Now back in Australia, Heal is awaiting her return to basketball as she recovers from a knee injury, ready to take to the court this season with the Geelong Venom. We hope you enjoy this episode *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for a pub trivia tour thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Melbourne - Tuesday, November 18th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets Brisbane - Tuesday, November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    elena rybakina wins the biggest prize money payout in women's sports history

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 35:45


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, the Jillaroos are Pacific Cup Champions, Jamieson Leeson has won Gold at the World Boccia Challenger in Canberra, and Elena Rybakina has won the season-ending WTA finals. For the key story, we discuss a new study revealing the impact of racism on women and girls in community sport in the Australian state of Victoria. *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for a pub trivia tour STARTING THIS WEEK thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Sydney - Tuesday, November 11th 6:30 PM ft. special guest Maddi Levi

    14-year-old willa pearson becomes the youngest player in a-leagues history ⚽

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 31:00


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week, the Diamonds have won back the Constellation Cup in dramatic extra-time fashion, Gemma Houghton has become the first AFLW player to kick 100 career goals, and India have won their first Women’s Cricket World Cup! For the key story, we discuss how, from next season onwards, each AFLW club will be able to choose its own apparel supplier and what this means for players and the growth of the league *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for a pub trivia tour NEXT WEEK thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Sydney - Tuesday, November 11th 6:30 PM ft. special guest Maddi Levi

    lizzie welborn's journey from not being a sporty kid to becoming an australian ironwoman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 48:57


    Lizzie Welborn’s story begins quite differently to other female athletes. Growing up, she wasn’t sporty and sport wasn’t a big part of her childhood. That was until age 10 when she started surf lifesaving. From there, her competitive spark was lit, and by age 16 she was competing in the professional Australian Ironwoman Series, making her one of the youngest athletes in history to qualify. This week Chloe sits down with Australian Ironwoman Lizzie Welborn. Lizzie opens up on the pressure of expectation after finding success so early in her career, and how she battled with body confidence and restrictive eating along the way. Before it all led her to start Kamana - a program designed to educate and empower female athletes on taboo topics so they can reach their potential in sport and life. We hope you enjoy this episode. *** Voting for the 2025 TFAP Awards Closes THIS FRIDAY!! These awards are set to amplify, recognise and celebrate Australian athletes', administrators', and coaches' achievements in sports. VOTE NOW *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for a pub trivia tour thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Sydney - Tuesday November 11th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets Melbourne - Tuesday November 18th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets Brisbane - Tuesday November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets *** Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don’t miss a merch drop. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    team australia win golf's international crown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 28:19


    A weekly podcast covering women’s sports news. This week: Team Australia have won Golf’s International Crown, the North Melbourne Kangaroos have equalled the longest winning streak in VFL and AFL history and Alana King has well and truly earned her title as QUEEN OF SPIN, taking 7-18 in the Women’s World Cup. For the key story, we take a deep dive into Sports Pro’s Top 50 Most Marketable Athletes and discuss what’s made certain sportswomen rank so highly. *** Voting for the 2025 TFAP Awards Closes THIS FRIDAY!! These awards are set to amplify, recognise and celebrate Australian athletes', administrators', and coaches' achievements in sports. VOTE NOW *** To celebrate the launch of MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game making women athletes household names, we’re hitting the road for a pub trivia tour thanks to Red Bull! Grab your teammates, rally your friends, and get ready for a night that’s all about competition, community, and women’s sport. Sydney - Tuesday November 11th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets Melbourne - Tuesday November 18th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets Brisbane - Tuesday November 25th 6:30 PM - Grab your tickets *** Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don’t miss a merch drop. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    the next: is gambling infiltrating women's sport?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 40:37


    THE NEXT is a new monthly podcast from TheFemale Athlete Project.Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what's changing in women's sport, before it hits the headlines.We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what's coming, but to notice what's already in motion.This week we discuss five signals of change around how sports betting is infiltrating women's sport.Voting for the 2025 TFAP Awards is now open! Vote hereAnd, save these dates for something very exciting

    the wrap: mollie o'callaghan breaks the 200m freestyle world record

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 20:09


    A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.This week: Aussie Swimmer Molly O'Callaghan has broken the 200m freestyle World Record, the Australian Women's Cricket team are through to the semis of the ODI World Cup and our Aussie women have won ten gold medals at the Para-cycling Track World Championships in Rio.For the key story, we discuss reports that Ice Hockey Australia is cutting funding for the Australian Women's Ice Hockey League by 60%, despite the competition actually expanding this upcoming season.Something very exciting is happening here at TFAP, so save these dates

    finding your why with world champion ninja warrior olivia vivian

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 46:25


    From the day Olivia Vivian was born, doctors told her shewould never play sport. But, while she was born with a hole in her diaphragm, she was also born not to believe in limitations.So at 19 years old, Liv represented Australia as a gymnastat the 2008 Olympics and has gone on to have an illustriouscareer as a World Champion Ninja Warrior, and 4-time Guinness World record holder. Liv opens up about her journey through a toxic gymnasticsculture in Australia and how she found peace with sharing her story with the world. We hope you enjoy this episode. Something very exciting is happening here at TFAP, so save these dates

    the wrap: the las vegas aces are your 2025 wnba champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 27:15


    A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.This week: Saya Sakakibara has won the Australian BMX Championships, the Las Vegas Aces are WNBA Champs and the Aussie Diamonds have clean Swept South Africa in their netball seriesFor the key story, we discuss Rugby Australia's plans for the Wallaroos in 2026 and beyond after alleged budget cuts to it's womens program.Something very exciting is happening here at TFAP, so save these dates

    back row seats: will canada or england win the world cup final?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 37:29


    Welcome to the final episode of the Back Row Seats, TFAP's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Podcast.For the final week, Wallaroos legends Horse and Bella tell us everything we need to know ahead of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup final, including: where Canada and England won their semi-final match-ups, the new and improved Women's WXV Global Series starting next year, and whether England or Canada will be crowned 2025 World Cup Champions!Plus, Bez takes us behind the scenes in Bristol and we hear from some passionate Canadian and Kiwi fansGet the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    how athletes can be safer online with digital safety advocate yas london

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 47:05


    Growing up, Yasmin London was a Champion Swimmer. She then swapped the pool for the police force, but an encounter with a young girl, while working as an officer, changed London's life forever and encouraged her to become a digital safety advocate.Yas now works with businesses and schools to equip young people with digital skills. She also specialises in developing “First Movers”—individuals who step up and set new standards for success, and believes female athletes already have all the skills they need to become them.This week, Chloe sits down with Yas London to pick her brain about what sportswomen need to know about digital safety, in order to build their personal brands safely. We hope you enjoy this chat.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new ⁠TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    the back row seats: welcome to the semi-finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 30:25


    Welcome to the Back Row Seats, TFAP's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Podcast.This week, Wallaroos legends Horse and Bella tell us everything we need to know heading into the semi-finals of the WRWC including: what happened in the Wallaroos' 46-5 quarter-final loss to Canada, what Australian women's rugby needs heading into the 2029 World Cup and where the semi-finals will be won or lost by powerhouse teams England, Canada, New Zealand and France. Plus, Bez takes us behind the scenes in Bristol and we hear from Wallaroo Eva Karpani's partner Lyle.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    the wrap: torrie lewis breaks australia's 100m women's record

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 20:46


    A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.This week: Torrie Lewis has broken the Australian record for the women's 100m, the Sydney Roosters are the 2025 NRLW Minor Premiers and Aussie Tash Flint has won gold at the Inaugural World Boxing Championships.For the key story, we discuss the historic agreement between Netball Australia and the Players Association, which for the first time in history will see Australian netballers receive a share of the revenue made by the sport's governing body. Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.Over six weeks, four Aussie women will attempt to ride Australia's first quad tandem bike across the country to open up conversations about mental health.Through Ride4Life, the team is aiming to raise $500,000 for Gotcha4Life. Check it out and donate here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ride4life.info/⁠⁠⁠

    the back row seats: the wallaroos are into the quarter-finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 34:29


    Welcome to the Back Row Seats, TFAP's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Podcast.This week, Wallaroos legends Horse and Bella tell us everything we need to know heading into the quarter finals of the WRWC including: what happened in the Wallaroos' 47-7 loss to England, why substitutions can be game-changing and what Australia need to do to beat World Number Two side Canada for a place in the semi-finals.Plus, they chat to Wallaroo's Winger Maya Stewart from Bristol to hear about how the team is progressing and to get the low down on life inside the Wallaroos camp.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    the wrap: molly picklum becomes surfing's newest world champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 29:33


    A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.This week: Molly Picklum is surfing's newest World Champion, the Wallaroos are through to the quarter finals of the Rugby World Cup and Aryna Sabalenka has won back-to-back U.S Open titles.For the key story, we discuss the record prize money announced for the upcoming Women's Cricket World Cup in India, which has increased by 297% since the last World Cup!Over six weeks, four Aussie women will attempt to ride Australia's first quad tandem bike across the country to open up conversations about mental health.Through Ride4Life, the team is aiming to raise $500,000 for Gotcha4Life. Check it out and donate here: ⁠https://ride4life.info/⁠Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    sifan hassan's journey to becoming the olympic marathon champion (now on youtube)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 16:02


    Watch this ep on youtube: https://m.youtube.com/@thefemaleathleteprojectSifan Hassan is the only athlete in Olympic history to medal in middle and long distance running events at the same edition of the Olympic Games.She's won gold medals in the 10,000m, and 5000m Olympic events and is the current reigning Olympic Marathon Champion and Women's Olympic marathon record holder.Fresh off running the Sydney Marathon in record time, Sifan sat down with The Female Athlete Project for an exclusive one-on-one thanks to Nike. We hope you enjoy this episode.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribeA rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopBuy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    back row seats: what the wallaroos need to do to make the quarters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 31:09


    Welcome to the Back Row Seats, TFAP's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Podcast.This week, Wallaroos legends Horse and Bella tell us everything we need to know after week two of the WRWC including: what happened in the Wallaroos 31-31 draw with the USA, the deal with the shot conversion clock and what Australia need to do against England to help their chances of securing a quarter-finals berth.Plus, they chat to Wallaroo Bree-Anna Browne (AKA Cheeta) from York to hear about the life of a DD and to get the low down on life inside the Wallaroos camp.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    the wrap: nicola olyslagers wins the high jump diamond league crown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 26:36


    A weekly podcast covering women's sports news.This week: The Sydney Blues have won the Women's Wheelchair Basketball Competition, Nicola Olyslagers has been crowned Diamond League Champion and Sifan Hassan has won the Sydney Marathon.For the key story, we discuss the new School PE kit that Asics have dropped in the UK, in response to data that shows girls are less likely to drop out of sport if they have a PE kit that makes them feel comfortable. Over six weeks, four Aussie women will attempt to ride Australia's first quad tandem bike across the country to open up conversations about mental health.Through Ride4Life, the team is aiming to raise $500,000 for Gotcha4Life. Check it out and donate here: https://ride4life.info/Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

    the back row seats: the wallaroos win big over samoa

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 29:58


    Welcome to the Back Row Seats, TFAP's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup Podcast.This week, Wallaroos legends Horse and Bella tell us everything we need to know after week one of the WRWC including: which Wallaroos impressed them in the 73-0 win over Samoa, what Australia need to do if they want to beat the USA and how to best support the team.Plus, they chat to Wallaroos Katalina Amosa & Faliki Pohiva from Manchester to debrief the win over Samoa and get the low down from Wallaroos camp.Get the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A rising tide lifts all boats. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT.

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