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The Howie Games
Hosted by LiSTNR · EN
Where the biggest names in the world of sport go one-on-one with sports journalist Mark Howard. From ultimate highs to tear-jerking lows, Howie lifts the lid on the real stories behind the headlines. He sits down with the biggest names in Australian & world sport, finding out how they started out, what makes them tick, how they deal with the big wins and the big losses, and how they take on sport and life from here.
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270: Josh Giddey (Player Profile)
Jun 300:07:16Tap to summarizeWhat’s Josh Giddey’s go-to comfort food? (Italian.) Can he cook it? (Not a chance.) It is as fun and fast-paced as his rise to a $100 million deal in the NBA. But before we get to the business, Josh opens up about life away from basketball, from favourite holidays and TV shows to the NBA (and AFL) stars he looked up to growing up. He shares the teammate he rates most highly, the player who surprised him the most, and what it means to represent Australia on the world stage. There are plenty of laughs, a few surprises, and a glimpse into the personality behind one of Australia’s brightest basketball stars. Don't miss Josh’s full Howie Games episode! A look at the journey of an Aussie making it big in the NBA, navigating life in the spotlight, and chasing success on the biggest basketball stage in the world!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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269: Bradley Hill, Jarman Impey & Maurice Rioli Junior (Player Profile)
May 2700:11:09Tap to summarizeThree of the AFL’s most exciting and watchable players come together for a special edition of The Player Profile. Following their powerful conversation celebrating Sir Doug Nicholls Round, Bradley Hill, Maurice Rioli Jnr and Jarman Impey open up for a super charged, three-pronged Player Profile. They have a laugh, share stories, the influences that shaped them and life beyond football. The flair and creativity they bring to the game every week is ON SHOW! *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Pendlebury Diaries: The Record Breaker - Episode 4: The Record is Broken
May 2400:48:12Tap to summarizeGame 433. We go inside one of the biggest weeks in football history. From the wall-to-wall media frenzy, Monday at the MCG, the morning of The Record and then THE DAY... this is the build-up you never saw coming. School pick-ups. Midweek netball runs. The beautiful chaos of normal life unfolding in the middle of a historic week. But as the noise grows louder, Pendles narrows his focus. Back into game mode. Back into routine. Then comes the record breaking game itself. The stars descend. The atmosphere. The Magpies are pushed to the limit in a heart-stopping thriller… and somehow hold on as history is made. It's behind-closed-doors moments from one of the greatest careers the game has ever seen. The record is broken. And it’s gold. To mark the historic milestone in history, Elite Estate Wine proudly presents the SP433 Record Breaker Pinot Noir – a limited-edition celebrating Scott Pendlebury as he surpasses the all-time games record. Get in and get a bottle today! Subscribe to The Howie Games, so you don't miss a moment. 🎧 LiSTNR, Spotify, Apple Podcasts | 💻 YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Pendlebury Diaries: The Record Breaker - Episode 3: Block Out The Noise
May 2100:44:10Tap to summarizeAs the countdown to history reaches its final stages, it's time for a history lesson! Pendlebury Diaries takes you deeper inside the world of football's greatest milestone. With the all-time games record now within touching distance, the media attention grows and every moment matters. From the inner sanctum at Collingwood to the mindset of a champion still performing at the elite level, this is unprecedented access to Scott Pendlebury’s pursuit of immortality, on the field, behind closed doors, and inside the moments the public never sees. Pendlebury Diaries is built from personal, real time voice notes exchanged between Scott Pendlebury and Mark Howard, tracking the weeks and months leading into his record-breaking AFL game. To mark the historic milestone in history, Elite Estate Wine proudly presents the SP433 Record Breaker Pinot Noir – a limited-edition celebrating Scott Pendlebury as he surpasses the all-time games record. Get in and get a bottle today! It's all building toward one moment: Game 433. Episode 4 - May 25 - The Record Subscribe to The Howie Games, so you don't miss a moment. 🎧 LiSTNR, Spotify, Apple Podcasts | 💻 YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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269: Bradley Hill, Jarman Impey & Maurice Rioli Junior (Part B)
May 2000:55:31Tap to summarizeThree of footy’s most exciting First Nations stars come together for a special edition of The Howie Games celebrating Sir Doug Nicholls Round. This is a conversation built on moments, connections and stories. From family ties and cultural pride to the influence of mentors, teammates and communities - and no shortage of CYRIL! The boys reflect on what it means to represent First Nations people on the AFL stage and why their impact stretches far beyond football. In a powerful and at times hilarious chat, they open up on identity, belonging, growing up with the game, and the joy and responsibility that comes with inspiring the next generation. Because First Nations excellence is more than football ability — it’s resilience, culture, connection and community. And when these boys shine, the game becomes stronger, richer and more meaningful for everyone. This is a highlight of the Howie Games so far! *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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269: Bradley Hill, Jarman Impey & Maurice Rioli Junior (Part A)
May 1900:37:02Tap to summarizeThree of footy’s most exciting First Nations stars come together for a special edition of The Howie Games celebrating Sir Doug Nicholls Round. This is a conversation built on moments, connections and stories. From family ties and cultural pride to the influence of mentors, teammates and communities - and no shortage of CYRIL! The boys reflect on what it means to represent First Nations people on the AFL stage and why their impact stretches far beyond football. In a powerful and at times hilarious chat, they open up on identity, belonging, growing up with the game, and the joy and responsibility that comes with inspiring the next generation. Because First Nations excellence is more than football ability — it’s resilience, culture, connection and community. And when these boys shine, the game becomes stronger, richer and more meaningful for everyone. This is a highlight of the Howie Games so far! *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Pendlebury Diaries: The Record Breaker - Episode 2: The Man In The Arena
May 1400:29:02Tap to summarizeThe pursuit of history ramps up as Scott Pendlebury battles injury and expectation with the all-time games record drawing closer. From a thrilling clash with the arch rivals, to a fourth Anzac Medal, to unprecedented access inside the Collingwood Football Club boardroom as plans intensify around the record, this is elite sport from the inside out. It's a rare insight into the professionalism, sacrifice and leadership behind one of football’s greatest careers. Pendlebury Diaries is built from personal, real time voice notes exchanged between Scott Pendlebury and Mark Howard, tracking the weeks and months leading into his record-breaking AFL game. To mark the historic milestone in history, Elite Estate Wine proudly presents the SP433 Record Breaker Pinot Noir – a limited-edition celebrating Scott Pendlebury as he surpasses the all-time games record. Get in and get a bottle today! It's all building toward one moment: Game 433. Episode 3 - May 22 Episode 4 - May 25 Subscribe to The Howie Games, so you don't miss a moment. 🎧 LiSTNR, Spotify, Apple Podcasts | 💻 YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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268: Jackson Irvine (Part B)
May 1300:53:25Tap to summarizeA global footballer, a leader, and unapologetically himself. Vice-captain of Australia, and yes… the coolest Socceroo there is. Beneath the style is a story built on dedication, sacrifice, and an unshakeable belief in the dream. From kicking a ball around Rowville, to packing his life at 16 and heading to Scotland with no guarantees, this is a journey of pure intent. Irvine opens up on the mindset that carried him from suburban Melbourne to Europe, the brutal realities of professional football, and the moments that tested everything, including turning down generational money, the loneliness of lockdown training in a park, and fighting his way back when the game almost slipped away. There’s stories from Celtic to St. Pauli, from Hamburg streets to the World Cup. From local footy nostalgia to standing across from greatness like Lionel Messi. It’s about ownership. It’s about resilience. And it’s about building a life bigger than the game itself, through culture, community, and connection. For the next generation, this one hits deep, what you can control, what you can’t, and how consistency, effort, and self-belief stack up over time. This special episode of The Howie Games, powered by Powerade, is all about fuelling your journey, on and off the field. Because as Jacko shows, greatness isn’t given, it’s built. *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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268: Jackson Irvine (Part A)
May 1200:46:58Tap to summarizeA global footballer, a leader, and unapologetically himself. Vice-captain of Australia, and yes… the coolest Socceroo there is. Beneath the style is a story built on dedication, sacrifice, and an unshakeable belief in the dream. From kicking a ball around Rowville, to packing his life at 16 and heading to Scotland with no guarantees, this is a journey of pure intent. Irvine opens up on the mindset that carried him from suburban Melbourne to Europe, the brutal realities of professional football, and the moments that tested everything, including turning down generational money, the loneliness of lockdown training in a park, and fighting his way back when the game almost slipped away. There’s stories from Celtic to St. Pauli, from Hamburg streets to the World Cup. From local footy nostalgia to standing across from greatness like Lionel Messi. It’s about ownership. It’s about resilience. And it’s about building a life bigger than the game itself, through culture, community, and connection. For the next generation, this one hits deep, what you can control, what you can’t, and how consistency, effort, and self-belief stack up over time. This special episode of The Howie Games, powered by Powerade, is all about fuelling your journey, on and off the field. Because as Jacko shows, greatness isn’t given, it’s built. *** Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Pendlebury Diaries: The Record Breaker - Episode 1: "Ah F***"
May 700:26:19Tap to summarizeThe Howie Games presents a special new series. Pendlebury Diaries is built from personal, real time voice notes exchanged between Scott Pendlebury and Mark Howard, tracking the weeks and months leading into his record-breaking AFL game. Early mornings, training, recovery, mindset, family, a fourth Anzac Day Medal as it unfolds and even Collingwood boardroom insights - the stuff that usually stays behind closed doors. Episode 1 goes inside the mind of Scott Pendlebury as he chases history. From the heartbreak of tearing his calf in the prelim and the “worst tasting beer in history”, to being back in the home gym at 6.30am the Monday after the Lions won the Premiership and already preparing for 2026, Pendles opens up like never before. There’s honest insight into contract talks, the grind of pre-season, injury setbacks, watching helplessly from home, and the mindset that has driven one of the game’s greatest careers. Raw, reflective and relentlessly driven, this is the setup to the record chase. To mark the historic milestone in history, Elite Estate Wine proudly presents the SP433 Record Breaker Pinot Noir – a limited-edition celebrating Scott Pendlebury as he surpasses the all-time games record. Get in and get a bottle today! It's all building toward one moment: Game 433. Episode 1 - May 8 - Ah F**** Episode 2 - May 15 - The Man In The Arena Episode 3 - May 22 - The Build Up Episode 4 - May 25 - The Record Subscribe to The Howie Games, so you don't miss a moment. 🎧 LiSTNR, Spotify, Apple Podcasts | 💻 YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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