Toward The Games

Outgoing International Committee President Thomas Bach joins the podcast to reflect on Brisbane’s bid and the road ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World renowned stadium designer Paul Henry from Populous explains why Victoria Park is the perfect location for the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Stadium - and shares what he has learned from othersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who will stay and who will be cut as the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee downsizes. Plus lessons for Brisbane from the Osaka World Expo…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Conry exclusively takes us behind the scenes of the 2032 Games venues review, which he led as chair of the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Premier David Crisafulli and 2032 Organising Committee President Andrew Liveris live on stage with Jonesy at the Future Brisbane event where the venues masterplan was unveiled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games venues plan is announced and the boys discuss the details at the pub with AFL boss Andrew Dillon, Lions boss Greg Swann and Queensland Cricket boss Terry Svenson...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s fastest ever man, Patrick Johnson, talks Gout Gout and the next generation of Aussie athletes. PLUS, Gout’s agent joins us for a chat…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

London 2012 venues boss James Bulley shares his top tips for Brisbane as we count down to our date with destiny...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten of the best ideas for Games venues, plus #committeechatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swimming Australia CEO Rob Woodhouse talks through his plans for a national aquatic centre in Brisbane. Greg Norman joins the 2032 Organising Committee. And does rowing go with crocs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys discuss the leading options for venues, with the latest review now halfway done. Plus lessons from the AO, and what Luttsy did to his finger in Amsterdam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane 2032 organising committee president Andrew Liveris responds to the recently announced Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority - and shares his views about stadiums, ceremonies and new sports...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys talk to Committee For Brisbane chief Jen Williams about how collaboration and action is needed to secure our best future...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the inside goss on what the heck is going on post-election with the 2032 Games stadium decision...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh from both the Brisbane Lions' Best and Fairest awards and the Queensland election leaders' debate, the boys start the countdown to sanity returning to Games planning…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will the rise of artificial intelligence mean for Brisbane 2032? AutogenAI boss Sean Williams brings his crystal ball to the podcast...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh from three weeks at Paris 2024, Luttsy shares his reflections for Brisbane 2032. Also stacks of #stadiumchat...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The events not to miss in Paris, with legendary sports writer Robert 'Crash' Craddock. WARNING: this edition comes with anecdotes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic swimming legend Ariarne Titmus's dad Steve on what it's like to raise a world champion. Plus should Suncorp Stadium host the swimming in 2032?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane 2032 Organising Commitee boss Cindy Hook's impassioned plea for Brisbane people to stand up and demand a suitable stadium, plus #committeechat is back by popular demand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning architect and urbanist Peter Edwards - the man who proposed the Victoria Park Olympic and Paralympic Games precinct - takes Luttsy & Chris through the detail of his vision...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With less than 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the boys unpack the new sports that will be on show in the City of Love. Plus, they review the Senate inquiry into the 2032 Games, and the national athletics trials. Follow @towardthegames on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast reveals what really happened behind closed doors when the Premier made his decision on 2032 Games venues - in the style of a year nine drama class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane 2032 venues review chief Graham Quirk joins the podcast to explain why he recommended a brand new stadium at Victoria Park, and why he believes Premier Steven Miles has made the wrong decision in ignoring that and choosing instead to upgrade the old QEII Stadium at Nathan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the no holds barred, no beg your pardons edition as Luttsy comes off the long run criticising a suggestion from Olympics supremo John Coates that the athletics facility for the 2032 Games should be at the same stadium that hosted the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee President Andrew Liveris returns to the podcast to explain why there is nothing to worry about with the government's Games venues review - because it's just a “pivot”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything about the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be reviewed after the resignation of Annastacia Palaszczuk as Queensland Premier, and the ascension of our last podcast guest Steven Miles. The boys discuss how this could all play out in this special edition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deputy Premier Steven Miles reveals all about his just-unveiled plans for the Brisbane 2032 main stadium for the Olympics and Paralympics in this exclusive and extensive interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys have all the details you need to know from the big breaking news as the government commits officially to a new $2.7bn Olympic stadium at the GabbaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys unpack Elevate 2042 - the official legacy plan for the 2032 Brisbane Games. They also talk about Temu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With five new sports locked in for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the boys discuss that - and why a dugong would be a great choice as a 2032 Brisbane mascot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luttsy and Jonesy head to America in search of some Brisbane 2032 inspo from three iconic new venues there: the Sphere and Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the International Olympic Committee prepares to add cricket to the sports contested at the Games, the boys discuss what legacy opportunities this presents for Brisbane 2032. Plus Luttsy's review of the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Director of Women's Football at the FA Baroness Sue Campbell shares her top learnings from her decades of experience - including her time as chairman of UK Sport in the lead up to, and after, the London 2012 Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With now just under 3300 days to go until Brisbane 2032, Federal Sports Minister Anika Wells joins the boys to explain her plans for ensuring more talented young athletes can live their Olympic and Paralympic dreams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the core of the 2032 promise is a better future for Queenslanders. In this episode the boys discuss all the themes that are so far included in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Legacy Plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skarpi Hedinsson, the chief technology officer at the LA Rams and the brains behind the technology that drives the game day experience at SoFi stadium in Los Angeles, exclusively shares his insights into how tech can change the game for Brisbane in 2032 and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An action-packed update with so many 2032 updates - the final plans for the Albion precinct, what's happening with the Brisbane Arena, more on the big idea of linked-up walkways through the city, and some very big news about former Wallaby Pat Howard!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man who staged some of the biggest Olympic opening ceremonies reveals what went wrong when Cathy lit the flame in Sydney 2000, if the archer actually did the job in Barcelona 1992 - and why Matilda at the 1982 Commonwealth Games wore a nappy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys discuss all the latest Games news, from the infrastructure program to Brisbane's world-first Paralympic centre - and what members of the organising committee had for morning tea at the legacy forum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic middle-distance legend Sebastian Coe (the current president of World Athletics and the former chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee) joins the boys to talk about the opportunity of the Brisbane Games - and the necessity of a lottery to fund high performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the state and federal governments having committed $7 billion to venues for the Brisbane 2032 Games, the boys dissect exactly what has been announced - and discuss how the big build will change the city forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV sports commentary legend Pat Welsh was the first person to speak to Cathy Freeman after she won her Sydney gold. He reminisces on that moment, and other highlights of the nine Olympics he has been to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luttsy returns from his endless summer overseas to learn EXCLUSIVELY what is actually happening with the proposals for the Gabba rebuild and the Brisbane Live indoor inner-city stadium. Plus the boys talk about the new Organising Committee chief Cindy Hook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvey Lister joins the boys to talk about the inner-city entertainment venue that was his idea - Brisbane Live, where the swimming and basketball finals are likely to be held in 2032. He also shares his thoughts on the Gabba. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paralympic medallists Karni Liddell and Brenden Hall join the boys to talk about the opportunities for better inclusion offered by Brisbane hosting the 2032 Games. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner dials in - unexpectedly - and reveals what he really thinks about the proposed redevelopment of the Gabba ... plus the boys finally add the Paralympics to the Organising Committee. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane 2032 Organising Board President Andrew Liveris joins the podcast for some high-level #committeechat, and to explain in detail how he plans to put on the best Olympics and Paralympics ever. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With questions being raised about the viability of plans to demolish and rebuild the Gabba as the main Olympic and Paralympic stadium, the boys discuss the alternatives ... and handball. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover how the legacy of the Olympics for Brisbane could perhaps include Ewok villages and Stormtrooper speeder bikes (or their equivalents) as the boys bring you the latest news. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are joined by the group director of future state at Urbis, James Tuma, to discover what Brisbane will be like in 2042 - and how the Olympics will be the vehicle to get us there. PLUS Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivers a podcast exclusive. Follow @towardthegames on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.