The Howie Games
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.
Episodes
He is history maker. He is the first-ever Australian to play in the NHL — the toughest ice hockey league on the planet. And he is at the peak of his powers.
He packed his bags and left home as a 13-year-old to chase an impossible dream on the other side of the world. Head inside that journey: the sacrifices, the setbacks, and the sheer determination it takes to not just survive, but to score a hat-trick at the sport's h...
He is history maker. He is the first-ever Australian to play in the NHL — the toughest ice hockey league on the planet. And he is at the peak of his powers.
He packed his bags and left home as a 13-year-old to chase an impossible dream on the other side of the world. Head inside that journey: the sacrifices, the setbacks, and the sheer determination it takes to not just survive, but to score a hat-trick at the sport's h...
He’s the first ever Australian to play in the NHL – and he is currently at his peak - but his journey to get to the elite level is one of the most fascinating tales in Howie Games history.
From rollerblading in Sydney to lacing up in front of packed stadiums in North America, Nathan Walker’s story is full of grit, guts, and good laughs. Get to know the man who broke through the ice ceiling, with a fun, fast moving...
This man didn't just play footy... he reshaped it.
But, before we get into the mind behind kicking 332 games and 915 goals, plus four flags with Hawthorn, coaching masterclasses at Collingwood and Brisbane, and even smashing point posts and records alike, indulge yourself with this sharp and funny player profile with....
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From an unthinkable double century in Bangladesh to coaching Pakistan — Jason Gillespie’s story is one of cricket’s most fascinating journeys.
Dizzy takes us inside his journey as a player a coach, and a lover of the sport at the highest level. He discusses the the missed potential in Pakistan, and his hopes for their cricketing future. Plus, th...
From an unthinkable double century in Bangladesh to coaching Pakistan — Jason Gillespie’s story is one of cricket’s most fascinating journeys.
Dizzy takes us inside his journey as a player a coach, and a lover of the sport at the highest level. He discusses the the missed potential in Pakistan, and his hopes for their cricketing future. Plus, th...
One of our great Australian characters in full flight!
From delivering pizzas in a 1971 Datsun to making double tons, Jason Gillespie has done it all—and then some. Dizzy opens up on that iconic nickname, his current obsession with pan-fried veggie dumplings, and his love of old-school wrestling and Bernard Fanning.
He shares wisdom from his late father, pa...
He had a dream. And is living it.
Matt Hill is the voice behind some of the best moments in Australian sport. He is already a broadcasting icon. But, he is an even better bloke. And he explains the dream he is living, brilliantly.
From calling races around the hallways as a kid, to voicing the Melbourne Cup, Olympics and footy and plenty more sports (...
He had a dream. And is living it.
Matt Hill is the voice behind some of the best moments in Australian sport. He is already a broadcasting icon. But, he is an even better bloke. And he explains the dream he is living, brilliantly.
From calling races around the hallways as a kid, to voicing the Melbourne Cup, Olympics and footy and plenty more sports (...
Matt Hill’s voice is sport.
From the thunder of hooves at Flemington to the roar of the crowd at the MCG, to the 100m Sprint at the Olympics - he layers it all with perfection
In this Player Profile, the racecaller-turned-broadcast superstar...
Rugby League Immortal, a Queensland legend, and one of the greatest sportspeople Australia has ever produced. In this deeply compelling episode, The King opens up in an unforgettable episode.
From the fierce rivalries of State of Origin, to the raw and confronting reality of his recent health struggles, Wally shares his incredible story with honesty, courage...
Rugby League Immortal, a Queensland legend, and one of the greatest sportspeople Australia has ever produced. In this deeply compelling episode, The King opens up in an unforgettable episode.
From the fierce rivalries of State of Origin, to the raw and confronting reality of his recent health struggles, Wally shares his incredible story with honesty, courage...
He’s The King. Some call him The Emperor. But first, he was Gator. And in this Howie Games Player Profile, Wally Lewis brings all the fun, the fire, and the flair you’d expect from one of Australia’s greatest ever athletes.
This quick-hit ep is a cracking little preview of what’s to come — because next week… get ready. The full...
In this special ANZAC Day episode of The Howie Games, hear from the incredible Curtis McGrath. From his life-altering near-death experience in Afghanistan while serving his country, to his awe-inspiring Paralympic achievements — Curtis is a true testament to resilience and determination.
This conversation is a raw, honest r...
Knocked down time after time—and still, he got back up. And guess what? He went on to represent his country at the highest level, performing to the highest possible standard.
Alex Carey is living proof that you are not defined by your setbacks, but by how you respond to them.
When his AFL dreams were cut short, his state c...
Knocked down time after time—and still, he got back up. And guess what? He went on to represent his country at the highest level, performing to the highest possible standard.
Alex Carey is living proof that you are not defined by your setbacks, but by how you respond to them.
When his AFL dreams were cut short, his state c...
The Masters broadcast. Oscar Piastri's Championship hopes. And Travis Pastrana. All that, and plenty more in another special addition of The Howie Hotline.
It's another raw and honest response to your guest ideas and your feedback and questions.
Plenty of fun, and plenty of insights from the man, who is normally the one asking the questions.
Get involved in the next Howie Games Hotline by sending Howie a direct message on Ins...
He is one of Aussie sport’s most versatile stars. But, as is custom, before we dive into the full, deep-dive chat, get to know the man behind the gloves in this rapid-fire prelude that’s as sharp as his wicketkeeping.
From footy fields to cricket pitches, Alex Carey really has walked one of the most unique paths in Australian sport – but, is he ready for the Howie Games Player Pr...
Deep might be a surprising word to describe this multi-layered episode. But, that is exactly what it is.
The high flying, fun loving, entertaining former Collingwood and Carlton superstar has a story that will stop you in your tracks.
The beauty of Daisy, he is using the powerful lessons he has learnt along the way, to share with others.
From childhood ups and downs, to living out his dream, to not knowing what wa...
Deep might be a surprising word to describe this multi-layered episode. But, that is exactly what it is.
The high flying, fun loving, entertaining former Collingwood and Carlton superstar has a story that will stop you in your tracks.
The beauty of Daisy, he is using the powerful lessons he has learnt along the way, to share with others.
From childhood ups and downs, to living out his dream, to not knowing what wa...
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