The Sports Career Podcast | With Ed Bowers

The Sports Career Podcast | With Ed Bowers

Welcome to The Sports Career Podcast, hosted by the passionate Ed Bowers, who has dedicated a decade to empowering others in Sports Career Education. This podcast is your ultimate resource for career development in the sports industry. The Sports Career Podcast provides inspiring interviews and masterclasses featuring today's leading professionals and industry leaders from around the globe. Whether you're just starting or looking to grow your career, let these insightful stories and expert advice ignite your journey toward a successful career in the sports industry. Get ready to be inspired and take your sports career to new heights!

Episodes

November 16, 2025 65 mins

Unleashing the Power of Data in Sports Business & Fan Engagement

In this weeks podcast is guest Neil Schwartz , President of Sports Business Research Network (BRnet) and the host of My First Job in Sport Podcast

  • Discover the pathways to entering the sports industry.
  • Neil shares his 25 years of experiance in the Sports Data Industry
  • Learn wh...
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From Entrepreneurial Beginnings to Football Leadership: Jeff Mostyn's Chairman Journey at AFC Bournemouth

 

In this weeks podcast is with Jeff Mostyn the Former Chairman of AFC Bournemouth, FA Council Member on the Disability Committee, and author of the new book "The Chairman."

 

In this engaging conversation, you'll discover:

  1. Ho...
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Unveiling the Power of Women's Football: Jim Gooley's 54-Year Journey!

This week's podcast features Jim Gooley, the Director of Women's Football Industry.

Join us as we delve into Jim's remarkable football career journey:

  1. Jim shares insights from his 54 years in women's football.
  2. Discover how to enhance your sales skills within the women's fo...
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Building a Winning Culture: Empowering Women in Sports

 

This week's podcast features the return of Jenny Coe, an HCPC Registered Sport Psychologist, Senior Lead in Workforce Development at The FA, and Co-Author of "Women Working in Sports."

Discover:

  1. How understanding human behavior and clarity can foster ...
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Athlete to Owner: Alice Hamilton's Journey as the First Female Owner of a Professional 3x3 Basketball Team

 

This week's podcast features Alice Hamilton, a former elite basketball player and the pioneering Co-Founder of London 3x3, the UK's first professional 3x3 basketball team.

Join us as we explore Alice's remarkable journey:

  1. Athlete to Owne...
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Beyond the Game: How Football Shapes Mindset  and Communication  with Rachel Breton

In this weeks podcast is with Rachel Breton, a former professional football player, author, and marketing & media strategist.

In this podcast you will learn:

  1. How can football act as a universal language, bridging cultures and connecting people
  2. Learn about buil...
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Unveiling the Rise: Ed Bowers on Women's Football and the Art of Storytelling

Ed Bowers is sharing some valuable experiences and insights from significant events like the Women's Africa Cup of Nations and the Women's Euros Final. 

Here's a brief overview of what you can expect to learn from this episode:

  1. Progress of Women's Football: Discover how data is bei...
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Integrating Music and Football: Revolutionizing the Entertainment Industry

 

This week's podcast as we explore the fascinating intersection of music and football with our special guest, Amy Vaughan know as Amiko her Artest Name, a...

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Leading a Revolution for Positive Change in Football

 

In this week's podcast is returning guest Karen Dobres, Football Feminist, Former Board Member at Lewes FC and Author of her new book Pitch Invasion.

  1. Discover what fuelled Karen's passion for writing her book.
  2. Learn how Buddhism supported her football career journey.
  3. Explo...
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This week's episode of The Sports Career Podcast features a special solo session with your host, Ed Bowers.

Tune in to discover:

  • How to kickstart your sports career after university
  • Strategies for leveraging your degree and building a compelling portfolio
  • The power of LinkedIn and content creation in the sports industry
  • Developing a mindset focused on opportunity
  • Applying your academic skills to thrive in the sports sector
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Samuel Hymes on Sports Diplomacy and Career Success in the Sports Industry

In this week's podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Samuel Hymes, a distinguished Fellow at Harvard University with a focus on Sports Diplomacy.

Join us as we explore:

  1. Strategies for making a remarkable first impression in the sports industry.
  2. Insights on launching a suc...
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Mastering the 3 Cs: Elevate Your Communication Skills in Sports

This week's podcast features a solo episode by Ed Bowers, focusing on the significance of effective communication in the sports industry.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  1. The role of clear communication as the cornerstone of successful performance in the sports sector.
  2. Insights ...
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Athletes on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Insights from Jon Lyndon

This week's podcast as we welcome Jon Lyndon, the visionary Founder and CEO of The Lyndon Consulting Company.

This bespoke advisory firm is dedicated to guiding companies and executive leaders in refining their technology and product strategies, with a keen focus on maximizing their LinkedIn presence and investments.

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Athletes Emotional Resilience: Insights from Divorce Coach Louize Yafai

This week's podcast special guest is Louize Yafai a Certified Breakup, Divorce and Domestic Abuse Coach 

  1. The crucial role of integrity in coaching through breakups, divorce, and domestic abuse.
  2. Balancing Talent with Emotional Resilience.
  3. Understanding and setting Personal Boundaries.
  4. Strategies for working effectively with Athletes.
  5. Different...
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Empowering Women's Football: Lindsey Eckhouse Driving Revenue & Innovation at Mercury 13

This week's podcast special guest is Lindsay, the Chief Revenue Officer at Mercury 13.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  1. Lindsay's 20-year journey in the Sports and Entertainment Industry.
  2. The essential skills needed ...
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Balancing Motherhood, Professional Football, and a Football Executive Role with a Crazy Dream!

Join us this week as we welcome Amanda Pietrzak, a recent retired Professional Footballer with Legia Ladies and the Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of the Legia Ladies a Polish Women's Football Team.

In this episode, you'll explore:

  • Developing your lead...
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Unlocking Impactful Collaborations: Insights from Charlie Copsey, Founder of the Underground Fan Club"

This week's podcast special guest is Charlie Copsey the Founder and CEO of the Underground Fan Club. Charlie shares her journey and insights into the dynamic world of the Sports and Entertainment Industry.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  1. How to kickstart ...
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From Dreams to Reality: Laura Montgomery's Journey to Transforming Women's Sports

 

This week's podcast features a special guest, Laura Montgomery, the CEO and Co-Founder of Glasgow City Football Club.

Glasgow City FC is a leading women's football team based in Glasgow, competing in SWPL 1, the top division of women's football in Scotland. The club has a rich history of succes...

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Empowerment in Action: Dawn Scott's Journey Through High-Performance Excellence in Women's Football

 

This week's podcast special guest is Women's Football Pioneer Dawn Scott, a celebrated High Performance Advisor.

 

Dawn has an extraordinary background as the former Head of Exercise Science for the England Women's National Football Team, and she contributed sign...

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Mastering Storytelling Skills in the Sports World

In this week's compelling episode, we sit down with Leon Mann MBE, the visionary behind Refresh Sports Consultancy & Productions, BCOMS, and the Football Black List.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Discover how empathy can elevate your storytelling abilities.
  2. Uncover the vital role of integrity within Sports J...
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