Podcasts about vflw

The VFLW Game Changers Show- S1 EP4- "Strong performances headline Round 3" https://youtu.be/OQqPJqb5TUA?si=jPKhxd_x7X0U6yR4 I review the games from the weekend, go through my Team of the Week, mention Maddi Torpey signing on with Carlton AFLW, Preview the weekends games, mention my next podcast guest and more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #vflw #footy

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Lulu Beatty- Former Carlton AFLW young star & current Darebin VFLW player Today I spoke with former Carlton AFLW young star and current Darebin VFLW player Lulu Beatty, about her time at the Blues, how an injury that impacted her first season in aflw was a good experience, how her debut game was, and time at the club, why she chose to join Darebin over other VFLW clubs, the love and how good a club like Darebin is, the desire to get back at aflw level, the seasons in aflw/vflw why they should be closer together, a viral tiktok over 4mill views, music future?, who loves the limelight and attention and camera at the club, who would google themselves, who the best player in the aflw competition is, hot topic food questions and so much more. A great chat with Lulu. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #vflw #aflw #footy

THE VFLW GAME CHANGERS- S1 EP3- "Darebin great after the 1st quarter, showing what they can do" https://youtu.be/tvRl7DYtbJM?si=U1c-hyA9qqDL6-cw I go through my Team of the Week and detail the team, review a good round of footy, preview the weekends games, I go through why the timeslots of games need to be spaced out, and how they can do that, and so much more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #vflw #footy

THE VFLW GAME CHANGERS SHOW S1 EP2- "Teams already stamp their authority" https://youtu.be/7G3_88phDFI?si=X8sdy3P7slXnd4ma Team of the Week, go through the weekends game and Preview this week's games. Scoops Goes Bang segment about the time clock how it should stop after goals, stoppages and more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #vflw #footy

WELCOME TO THE VFLW GAME CHANGERS- S1 EP1- "Scoops VFLW Predictions, Players to watch out for" https://youtu.be/p7mRiyxz51g?si=DM4KiB5ECXV_a4Ox A brand show for the VFLW competition, I go through my season predictions including Ladder Predictions, League Best and Fairest winner and Leading Gold Kicker winner. I preview Round 1 and mention players from all clubs to watch out for this season. Full depth analysis of all teams. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #vflw

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This week Brian and Harrison kick things off with some footy chat; recording before the week's action they talk about Mac Andrew's monster deal, the Bulldogs who want out, Hawthorn's celebration in week 1 of Finals, the Mitch Robinson / Lions situation and Brian recalls one of the biggest on-field dust ups during his time playing. They then chat about the opening of the NFL season, thoughts on Tom Brady commentating and we get the full run-down on the life of BTs Channel Seven suits of all things! Next, they are joined by a pioneer of Women's Football in Australia, Daisy Pearce. Daisy grew up a country girl in the Vic High County (Wandiligong to be specific), there are few that have done more for women's sport in Australia in such a short time than Daisy, she has been at the forefront of the fast-expanding AFLW since its launch on the national stage in 2016, her resume is unmatched; Premiership captain of the Melbourne Football Club, 3x club Best & Fairest, 3x All-Australian, 4x AFLW best captain, not to mention the exemplary CV in the VFLW before the national league started. Off the field, she has been a leading media personality, a development coach with Geelong men's program, a practicing mid-wife, mother of twins, and now the head coach of the West Coast Eagles's W team. Beyond of the impressive surface of Daisy's achievements is the person and the example she sets for our community. She is one of the most humble and inspiring people we have ever met. She is able to connect and break-down barriers through her innate relatability, vulnerability and passion for the things and people she cares about. We're honoured to have Daisy on the podcast and we hope you enjoy our chat with this legend. This episode is brought to you by: Taubmans Hosts: Brian & Harrison Taylor Guest: Daisy Pearce Produced by Harrison Taylor Audio & Video by Rhino Productions Get in touch with us or see more: Mailbag - lobmailbag@gmail.com Enquiries - harrison@ncmanagement.com.au Instagram - @lifeofbrianpodcast Tiktok - @lifeofbrianpodcast

Join Keegan as he sits down with VFLW player and speaker Courtney Ugle for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation. The episode delves into Courtney's harrowing past, including the domestic violence she witnessed and the tragic death of her mum. Despite the trauma, Courtney has channeled her pain into founding "Waangkiny," an organisation dedicated to transforming adversity into influence through the power of storytelling. She recounts the unwavering support from her football club and how footy provided her a sense of purpose and belonging.Learn more about CourtneyConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe now and join the conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

King's Birthday saw us produce the perfect response to our defeat last week, with a complete four-quarter performance to defeat Melbourne by 38 points and find our way back in the top four conversation. Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we go through all the positives to come out of the impressive performance at the G, and see what you the fans enjoyed the most on AskPiesNation, plus we chat more VFL and VFLW and speak to our next winner of our Guess the Crowd segment. Follow Pies Nation: Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationYouTube: Pies Nation PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our unbeaten run came to an end on Friday night despite having chances aplenty, going down to the Dogs by 18 points to find ourselves outside the top eight by week's end. Join Nicholas Sacco, Luke Humphries and Marcus Callahan as we discuss how the depleted squad fared at Marvel Stadium and what learning lessons can be taken out of the game, we get the thoughts of our fans on AskPiesNation, and see how the VFL and VFLW sides went along with a healthy dose of Guess the Crowd. Follow Pies Nation: Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationYouTube: Pies Nation PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Coach, Jules Hay, is the Participation and Inclusion Manager in Rugby (Melbourne, Australia). In this episode, we explore the dimensions of equity and inclusion within coaching, addressing topics such as how to build great clubs, and the creation of a positive learning environment. With over 20 years of experience spanning education and sports sectors, including roles such as Director of Sport, Head of Physical Education, and lecturer, Jules brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As a passionate advocate for encouraging more women and girls to become coaches, she has coached football extensively across various levels, from Auskick to high-performance programs within the VFLW for Williamstown. Join us as we uncover key insights and practical tips to scaffold your coaching for greater equity and inclusion, fostering a community where everyone feels valued and empowered. Check out the key moments below; 1.15: What do you like to eat for breakfast on a Sunday morning? 1.51: What does it mean to be an inclusion manager? Great clubs build community and a sense of belonging! 4.26: What makes a great club? The first experience matters! Are you creating a safe space with a buddy system? 6.50: Why is it important to have women and girls as role models (visibility)? Self-worth Your voice is heard 8.20: Myth Busters: Young girls love the physicality of football Coaches: Make sure you scaffold your coaching (progress your drills slowly) 15.41: Coaching presence - don't miss the moment to adapt your plan and you need to have self-belief in your decision-making. 18.05: What's your advice on performance management? 20.08: How do you help someone see their blind spots? They have to be ready and you have to work together. Then pick the right time and adapt your style of communication to get the message across. You can address these situations from a team perspective ("we" language). 22.26: Shout to the Northern Golf Club Division 3 Pennant team (The Trutles) who used "we" language to great effect and came together to finish third in 2024! 23.11: Equal playing time: You are only as good as everyone functioning as a team! 24.01: What does creating a positive learning environment look like, sound like, and feel like? Safe space - voices to be heard Messages are delivered respectfully Connection, listening, support, and resilience 27.17: Positive language tips: The use of non-gendered language Use a strengths-based approach The truth about the sandwich feedback approach Bring your energy and belief to a conversation (your players and team members will feel the difference) 33.03: What makes a great coach? 1) Clear communicators 2) Relationships (hearing their success stories many years later) 36.24: TEDxToronto - Drew Dudley "Leading with Lollipops" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVCBrkrFrBE) 37.34: Disruptive idea in 2030: Cross-pollination of sports and businesses (work with others to help create best practices by thinking differently. 40.58: The need for funding, breaking through the glass ceiling, and gaining male champions of change to support the women (by giving them the toolkit to advocate other men). The Coaching Podcast is sponsored by The Sampson Agency - a talent entertainment and sports management company owned and operated by Tina Samara. Visit: www.thesampsonagency.com or email: tina@transitioncoach4athletes.com To learn more about becoming a workplace coach or advancing your coaching skills, visit: www.opendoorcoachingusa.com or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au About Jules Hay - Participation and Inclusion Manager (Rugby) – Sports Coach Julia has a background of over 20 years working within the education and sport sectors in roles such as; Director of Sport, Head of Physical Education, lecturer, Participation & Inclusion Manager, and numerous sports coaching roles. She has assisted the AFL with the Junior Curriculum, as an Ambassador and was a panel member for the Women's Coaching Month seminars on coaching girls in football. Julia has coached football for the past 9 years across Auskick, junior club, senior club, school football, and high-performance programs within the VFLW for Williamstown. Julia has attended and assisted with the delivery of numerous coach education workshops, including completing her Level 3 AFL Coaching Accreditation in 2022. She is a passionate advocate of encouraging more women and girls to become coaches and loves working within her community to create inclusive club environments. Connect with Jules on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jules-hay/

It was an incredible Anzac Day last Thursday afternoon, it was a game that had everything but a winner. Did we blow our chance? Were we lucky to escape? And how does this form look heading into a huge clash with the Blues on Friday night? Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Jack Dugan we get into the craziness of the draw, the moments that mattered in the result plus what the fans think as part of AskPiesNation. We talk through our VFL and VFLW teams and get back to our favourite segment, the Guess the Crowd competition. Follow Pies Nation: Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationYouTube: Pies Nation PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Geelong AFLW coach Dan Lowther https://youtu.be/HMw-ZJVZN7o?si=wAsngGBHVOHt0yDV Today I speak with the Cats AFLW coach Dan Lowther about how the girls are after just missing out on the grand final, insight into their trade and draft periods, need to target midfielders, whether they've tried to get Maddy Prepaskis over to join Georgie at Geelong, if he can pick any player to join Geelong why it'd be Belle Dawes, whether the draft needs to go national like the men's and not have state drafts, wanting the season fixture to be extended and for everyone to play each other once atleast, Geelong players to look out for this year- players who fly under the radar including Darcy Moloney, Zali Friswell and Mikayla Bowen, rules he'd add/change if in charge of aflw, best success draft stories, do list spots need to increase?, do defenders more public love?, his coaching career and afl career at Geelong, brining in Bella Smith, Bryde O'Rourke, Chantal Mason and Kate Kenny, playing some players in VFLW before the season starts- pro and cons about it, and so much more. A great chat with Dan. Please go and check it out. Subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #aflw

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Carlton VFLW Best and Fairest winner Maddie Di Cosmo https://youtu.be/m7R6mfXbV40?si=zjfTk0YinfK5QjyF Today I speak to Maddie, who won this year's Calrton VFLW Best and Fairest as a Midfielder, the opportunity to be a train on with the Carlton AFLW side, and what the experiences she's taking out of it, watching and training with them compared to watching on TV and how it helps more, players who have taken her under her wing, what got her into footy, favourite team mates, coaches pet, toughest opponent, Mark or goal of the Year and so much more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and leave a like on this video and share it around. #aflw

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Geelong VFLW Liv Cicolini Today I chat to young star Liv Cicolini after her first season in the VFLW, training currently with Geelong AFLW team, why she loves a goal and celebrates like Charlie Cameron, favourite team mate, personal goals for AFLW and so much more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and leave a like on this video.https://youtu.be/H8JmkroRKWU

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Sky Wilson from BOX HILL HAWKS VFLW. https://youtu.be/v_31RcEbW7g I chat to Sky through her injuries affecting her footy season, how she got into footy, balancing footy between two clubs and more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and leave a like on this video.

Jamie and Nick discuss yet another hard loss, this time against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel. We go quarter by quarter, review the VFLW and VFL games briefly before going 'By the Numbers' as we review the performances of all 23 players who donned the Sash on the night. We close up by tallying up our DonsCast Medal votes.

It is Preliminary Final weekend in the Rebel VFLW season, the winner between Essendon and Port Melbourne on Sunday will face off against Collingwood in the decider next weekend. In the Smithy's VFL, Ben Jolley will take to the field in his 303rd game giving him the record for the most games played in VFA/VFL football going past an icon of Williamstown, Billy Swan.  Hear the full State of Play podcast with Joe Pignataro and Lucy Watkin.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, it happened again...Jamie and Nick discuss a disappointing loss against the Cats at GMHBA Stadium. We go quarter by quarter, review the VFLW and VFL games briefly before going 'By the Numbers' as we review the performances of all 23 players who donned the Sash on the night. We close up by tallying up our DonsCast Medal votes.

Nat Edwards brings you a special bonus edition of AFL Daily. This weekend the Rebel VFLW finals move into semi-final weekend whilst the Smithy's VFL is closing in on its final rounds of the home and away season. Hear the full State of Play podcast with Joe Pignataro and Lucy Watkin.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish thinks Dimma's a lock at the Suns. Amos names 16 possible candidates. The Hawks have an up and down weekend. Hamish loves the form of the VFLW side and looks forward to a Bombers win down the highway at Geelong.

In Episode 94 of the Essendon People Podcast, Brenan and Mark review the crucial win over the Adelaide Crows. They then look ahead to an equally big game against the Cats, up the highway at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday night. The VFLW team also had a huge elimination final win which is discussed in detail. Go Dons!

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Whilst both VFLW teams secured their spot in the Finals it was a tough weekend for both AFL teams (especially the Bombers.) Both Amos and Hamish consoled themselves with Alex Carey's dismissal of Jonny Bairstow.

It was another unbelievable performance from this incredible football club as Collingwood defeat Adelaide by just two points in yesterday's huge match at the MCG, putting us back on the top of the ladder. Join Nicholas Sacco and Luke Humphries as we go through all the key moments from the tight finish on Sunday, get some of your thoughts on AskPiesNation and talk VFL and VFLW. Follow Pies Nation: Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationYoutube: Pies Nation PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani take you inside the Smithy's VFL and rebel VFLW competitions, recapping the action from the round and looking ahead to what's in store this weekend. They spoke to North Melbourne VFLW captain Jess Jones on this week's episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW- Essendon VFLW player Olivia Manfre. https://youtu.be/3DZ9gTRaWHk I chat with Essendon VFLW young star Olivia Manfre, and how her journey came to join Essendon's VFLW side, being a life long Bombers, her first ever goal for the Bombers from the boundary line, her passion for footy, ambitions to play AFLW and so much more. Please like and subscribe if you haven't already. #vflw #essendon

In this week's episode, the guys discuss the race for the Harley Reid Cup. Is there a bump in the road as Harley Reid receives a concussion? How much more creative can the teams become in finding ways to lose players? The guys pay their respects to Sandy Roberts and ponder whether Gil ever thought bringing down a State Government would be his legacy. Hamish makes excuses for the Essendon AFL side as his focus shifts towards sustained VFLW success. Amos celebrates his Clubs attempts to win the

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Southern Saints VFLW signing Georgia Forran. https://youtu.be/-90gDnDnNEs Today I had a privilege of interviewing new Southern Saints VFLW signing Georgia Forran. She goes through her time at Sandy Dragons and the love for her team mates, and how the Southern Saints journey came about, missing out in 2022 and how she turned it into a positive, giving up netball for footy. Talks about her Oprah singing infront of team mates and more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and leave a like on this video. #vflw #SouthernSaints @southernsaintsvflw

In Episode 81 of the Essendon People Podcast, Brendan and Mark discuss the exciting win over Melbourne over in Adelaide for Gather Round! They also cover the usual VFL and VFLW results, and then round out the show with some discussion around this years coaching performance so far. There is too much to discuss in this weeks pod, so keep an eye out for a separate review episode previewing the Anzac Day clash! Go Dons!

Jamie and Nick (belatedly!) discuss an ugly win vs the Orange Team, and go over a bit of news around the club including our VFLW and VFL sides. A briefer episode today given it's a bit late in the piece, but we still take the time to go 'By the Numbers' to review the performance of all 23 players who donned the Sash last Sunday.

“I'm chasing a lot of things and I just find that that keeps me going. That keeps me motivated. That's what makes me want to keep going and striving for more. And then the more I start to change and I can start to see the change in those around me, drives me even more to wanna keep changing because it's really cool when you can share something with someone and then you start to see that they're making changes in their life. And that's a really, really, really big motivator for me is to have that I influence and that effect and that impact and in someone else's life.”Episode #121 of The Hope Initiative with Ebany Vanderheym.Stoked to have Ebany Vanderheym on the podcast this week, who as it turns out is someone is a fan of the podcast - more than I realised prior to the chat.Having met Ebany through Feel Good Dips and the community of great humans that frequent that space over the past year or so, it was only a matter of time I had her on for a chat after many great ones in person.In this conversation, we chat a host of things including physical challenges, running a marathon with her mouth taped shut and full nasal breathing, obsessions and shifting your mindset.A great conversation! Thank you for sharing Ebany!I hope you all enjoy.SHOW LINKSConnect with Ebany on Instagram.Follow and connect with the podcast on Instagram and TwitterMusic by Jess FairlieMade by RUKKUS

On episode 110 I am delighted to welcome back previous podcast guest (episode 17) and take-over guest Joanne Doonan Since recording out first episode Joanne has moved to Australia betting on herself to play VFLW, the second tier competition to AFLW. Her strong play not only helped her team win the VFL title but earned herself a spot not the inaugural Essendon AFLW team. This episode was recorded a number of weeks before Christmas during the middle of the AFLW season. I really enjoyed catching up with Joanne! Find Joanne here https://www.instagram.com/joannedoonan/ https://www.instagram.com/joannedoonanfitness/ A big thanks to our sponsor RTP Physiotherapy Founded by chartered physiotherapists Donie Fox and Thomas Divilly. Based in St.Judes GAA Chub Templeogue RTP specialise in Physiotherapy, Return to Play, Physical Health, Performance. Website https://www.rtp.physio/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/physio_rtp/ Check out the website thesidelinelive.com for more Make sure to subscribe for future episodes and find us over on Instagram and Twitter @thesidelinelive Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBand If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team www.prymal.ie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-sideline-live/message

Matt and Brad sat down with Box Hill President Ed Sill to discuss the relationship between Hawthorn and Box Hill, the rebranding of the VFLW team, the redevelopment of Box Hill City Oval and the upcoming Hawthorn board election where Ed is running as a candidate. Make sure to follow the Talking Hawks podcasts on your favourite podcast service and follow the Talking Hawks channel on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkingHawks

Lauren Szigeti had to persevere and persist throughout the VFLW for the opportunity at the AFLW. Coached throughout her teenage years by Scott Gowans, he was able to recruit her during this year's draft period and give her the AFLW career she'd dreamed about. To solidify her years of hard work, Lauren was announced co-captain of the Swans ahead of the AFLW's opening round for season 7. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alana Barba was told by her parents she couldn't play footy as a youngster after having her hair pulled by the boys. Now she's a VFLW premiership winner and about to line up for one of the four new teams in the AFLW, Essendon. We also discuss one of the grossest sports snacks ever witnessed, sledging, referee abuse and the 'good bloke' rule.

We discuss the Eagles clash and also catch up with VFLW star Georgia Nanscawen on the huge Grand Final clash against the Saints on Sunday

We discuss the 150th celebration game against Carlton loss but also cover the shining positives with VFL and VFLW results

The Hawks tamed the Lions in Tassie, producing a terrific five-point win! Plus, our VFLW side enjoyed another big victory, with an exciting finals campaign just around the corner! Yes indeed, it's another jam-packed Hawk Talk Podcast! Find us on Twitter - @HawkTalkPod Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A spirited Hawthorn side couldn't quite get over the Tigers at the MCG, it turned into a Box Hill blitz at City Oval, and a top-of-the-table clash produced a dramatic draw in one of the VFLW games of the season! A huge weekend of footy, all the latest Hawthorn news, and much more in this latest edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Find us on Twitter - @HawkTalkPod Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Gutsy win over the Hawks Georgia Nanscawen joins the show as guest to discuss her career and the VFLW successful start to the year

#OrdineroliSpeaking Kirby Bentley is a genuine trailblazer. A former netball and AFLW star, Kirby is now the first Indigenous woman to coach a VFLW or VFL side. Having grown up in country WA, Kirby is willing to engage in some uncomfortable conversations in order for us all to understand each other better. Her life has been shaped by tragedy - Kirby's Auntie Andrea was subjected to domestic violence and killed at the hands of her estranged husband. Kirby shares her story in the hope it will help empower young girls. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadows Music - "Love Me Like You Wanna Be Loved" Woody Pitney @woodypitney Lifeline - 13 11 14 beyondblue.org.au Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#OrdineroliSpeaking Kirby Bentley is a genuine trailblazer. A former netball and AFLW star, Kirby is now the first Indigenous woman to coach a VFLW or VFL side. Having grown up in country WA, Kirby is willing to engage in some uncomfortable conversations in order for us all to understand each other better. Her life has been shaped by tragedy - Kirby's Auntie Andrea was subjected to domestic violence and killed at the hands of her estranged husband. Kirby shares her story in the hope it will help empower young girls.Instagram - @Ordineroli_SpeakingTwitter - @Neroli_MeadowsMusic - "Love Me Like You Wanna Be Loved" Woody Pitney @woodypitneyLifeline - 13 11 14beyondblue.org.au Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It wouldn't truly be #yaysofourlives if I didn't get our little yaymaker Angelena Roan to jump on for an episode. I've been getting so many lovely messages about how these tangential banter sessions have been helping you guys keep smiling, but honestly it's more therapy for me that I just happen to record, so the fact that you're enjoying too is a bonus. You may remember Ang from the VERY first episode of the podcast, her own interview in episode 33 or all over my socials - I've had three messages JUST this week asking about my sister which she is not but which you'd be forgiven for assuming. She's my mini me, best friend and has squeezed more into life at 24 than many do in a lifetime having ridden 800km from Adelaide to Melbourne for charity, started boxing for fun only to win her first fight by TKO, played in the VFLW for North Melbourne, started her own creative agency and now just happens to be a full time Physiotherapist at Royal Melbourne Hospital. We swing from hysterically brainless to deeply philosophical which is one of my favourite things about our friendship and which definitely comes out in this chat today - apologies for the parts that don't make sense to anyone but that we clearly find hilarious. Again for this one, I had no notes at all which I'm loving so much between our regular schedule and hope you enjoy following our crazy brains all over the place. + Follow Ang here + Announcements on Insta at @spoonful_of_sarah + Join our Facebook community here + Subscribe to not miss out on the next instalment of YAY!

Lou Wotton is a legend of women's football in Victoria and has trod the well worn path to elite coaching, at Hawthorn in the VFLW. And David Ackerly played almost 200 games of league football for North and Sydney, so why is he making a comeback at the age of 60?

Episode 6 sees Brenton walking the "Untypical" path with Neil Butler as they explore what businesses need to do to adapt to life post Covid-19. Neil Butler is the Managing Director of Untypical and describes himself as an untypical thinker. Starting his professional career as a secondary school teacher in regional Victoria, he left teaching for six months in 1988 to see what was going on in the outside world and how that could be applied to his teaching. Here we are over 30 years later, and the "six months break from teaching" continues. Since 1989, he has worked in a range of industries including supply chain and logistics, fuels and lubricants, fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), higher education and financial services. He has gained experience in a wide variety of local, regional and global roles including education and training, business and technical support, credit management, business process improvement, business analysis, change management and, most recently, transformation leadership. In 2011, he started Xera Consulting - now Untypical - which also gives him great insight to the challenges faced by small business owners. A chance opportunity to participate in a few radio broadcasts in 2008 has allowed a hobby to also become a job. While still participating in community radio on a weekly basis, Neil has been able to establish an online radio station - goRadio.Live, and create a broadcasting service for state league football (VFL and VFLW). He has also started hosting a number of podcasts for Untypical and for some of their clients. Neil has two adult children - Lucy who is a school teacher in regional Victoria, and Sam who has started a career in commercial real estate research. Neil has been a paid-up member of the Fitzroy and, subsequently, the Brisbane Lions AFL club for almost 40 years. He also sponsors a young Lions footballer each year via Untypical. --- Connect with Neil - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilabutler/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilabutler/) https://www.untypical.com.au (https://www.untypical.com.au) https://www.wowpod.com.au (https://www.wowpod.com.au) As discussed on the show, here's a great link for anyone needing mental health support in Australia - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ (https://www.beyondblue.org.au/) And in New Zealand, this website is a great resource for mental health support, too - https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/services-and-support/health-care-services/mental-health-services/mental-health-services-where-get-help (https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/services-and-support/health-care-services/mental-health-services/mental-health-services-where-get-help) --- Contact our host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentonmwebber/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentonmwebber/) https://www.halftimeorange.co.nz/ (https://www.halftimeorange.co.nz)

"Obviously not everything's going to be perfect and you're not going to do everything 100% right, all the time. But as long as the intentions there and the goodwills there and you put in the effort where you can and where you need to, then you'll hopefully make a difference to some people." Episode #31 of The Hope Initiative with Amy Malander Amy and I met back in 2006 whilst in year 9 on the netball courts at HE Parker Reserve in Heathmont during an inter school cross country. We've kept in touch over the years thanks to social media, but really it's the first time we've properly chatted as adults. A teacher now herself, we discuss the changes at school since we attended 10 years ago, the challenges kids face these days as well as challenges Amy herself is facing as a young adult doing her best in the world! We also speak on Amys football exploits, as she plays in the VFLW for Collingwood after moving from soccer years ago... A wise choice? Only time will tell ;) She speaks candidly on criticism and online trolling facing women in a sport that has long been dominated by men and how her and her fellow teammates deal with it. Amongst all of that, a key take-away for me is on being mindful and grateful for what you have each and every day. Something that is a practice of Amys. Thanks again to Amy for taking the time! I really enjoyed the chat, I hope you do too! Cheers :) Collingwood VFLW The Resilience Project - Hugh van Cuylenberg Follow and connect with The Hope Initiative on; Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hopeinitiativepod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thehopeinitiative Music by Jess Fairlie - jessfairlie.com Made by RUKKUS - instagram.com/makearukkus

A 500 game Gippsland champ, the start of the VFLW season and Stan Magro...what more could you want?!

I finally convinced the mysterious Ang (spelling debated in the episode haha) to come on the show and tell her story. I've had so many requests to hear from Ang so here she is in all her hilarious glory. While we have heard from many incredible guests who are well on their way to seizing their yay, Ang is just 22 and at the very beginning of her journey so I thought it would make for something a little different to have a younger guest on the show. Having said that, she has nonetheless squeezed more into her life than people decades older than her which is part of what makes her so interesting. While she is studying physio full time at uni and absolutely loves all things science and anatomy, she has also built and recently sold her own food truck business, created a solo charity ride from Adelaide to Melbourne covering 800km on her bicycle to raise $22,000 for Stand Up Events combating homophobia and discrimination, started boxing from scratch and trained for her first fight where she won by technical knock out after just 1 and a half rounds, tried out for fun but successfully been listed in the VFLW for this year, worked across many different businesses and industries now going freelance in creative and digital marketing and that's just half of it. You can see why she's such a motivating and life loving person to be around. While we met through our businesses, she is one of our closest friends and a human ray of sunshine. You can tell we get a bit off track from time to time probably forgetting we were recording and not just chatting between mates, but hopefully you enjoy nonetheless. + Announcements on Insta at @spoonful_of_sarah + Subscribe to not miss out on the next instalment of YAY!

Back to King Island for their Grand Final, a VFLW goal kicking record, cult hero Peter Street and a footy beanie knitting project.