The Howie Games

We're going deep inside Ohio State’s legendary football facility – The Woody – with the best tour guide possible... Joe McGuire takes us beyond the field and into the heart of what fuels one of the most powerful programs in college sport.

From early morning coffees to post-practice wraps, burgers, brisket and an ice cream machine, Joe gives us a...

This is content you didn't know you needed!  It's time to properly meet the brilliant minds behind The Grade Cricketer – Ian Higgins and Sam Perry.

From backyard banter to books, podcasts, live shows and a cult-like following, these two have built something far bigger than either could have imagined. It’s comedy, it’s commentary, it&r...

This is content you didn't know you needed!  It's time to properly meet the brilliant minds behind The Grade Cricketer – Ian Higgins and Sam Perry.

From backyard banter to books, podcasts, live shows and a cult-like following, these two have built something far bigger than either could have imagined. It’s comedy, it’s commentary, it&r...

Balancing the demands of big-time college football… and big-time study. Joe takes us inside University Life, Scholarships, GPA's and living arrangements for College footballers. 

It's not just about training, lectures and learning – it’s about player welfare too. Joe gives us a raw insight into the seriousness of concussion protocols, the ...

We’re taking you way back to 2009 and 2015, to special (and fun) conversations recorded with the legendary Hulk Hogan – long before The Howie Games even existed.

With the sad news of Hulk’s passing, we wanted to share this as a small tribute to a man who left an indelible mark on sport and entertainment.

Time to meet the men behind the madness. The voices behind The Grade Cricketer, Ian Higgins and Sam Perry.

What started as a rogue tweet is now a full-blown sporting and cultural phenomenon. Podcasts, books, live shows, viral content … these two have built a beast. 

In this Player Profile, ahead of the full backstory...

We dive headfirst into the billion dollar business of college football.

Our man on the ground, Aussie punter Joe McGuire, peels back the curtain on the machine that is the Ohio State Buckeyes football program. And just like his old man, Joe’s storytelling is full of colour, detail and personality.

We meet his teammates. We...

A leg spinning wizard. A man of immense talent. But his journey has ups on the field, and downs off it. This chat isn’t easy. At times, it’s emotional. But it’s honest. It’s the story of a man who’s made mistakes, owned them, and is finding his way forward.

This is the first time Stuart has shared his story in full — the parts ...

A leg spinning wizard. A man of immense talent. But his journey has ups on the field, and downs off it. This chat isn’t easy. At times, it’s emotional. But it’s honest. It’s the story of a man who’s made mistakes, owned them, and is finding his way forward.

This is the first time Stuart has shared his story in full - the parts you kn...

The grind is real. The standards are sky high. And the competition for spots? Ruthless.

In Episode 2 of The College Diaries, our homegrown Aussie Joe McGuire takes us deeper into the engine room of Ohio State Football – where days start early, the gym numbers are off the charts, and every single rep could make or break yo...

You might think you know the story of Stuart MacGill. But trust me… you don’t.

Before we get to the deep stuff, the heavy stuff, the incredible and at times confronting stuff – first, we laugh. Because he is one of the great characters. He’s sharp, he’s funny, and his stories are as unique as his bowling action. 

We're taking you behind the scenes of the high-stakes, high-octane, big business world of American College Football, like you have never heard before. 

International sport story telling with Joe McGuire – the proud Aussie, Ohio State Buckeye, and National Champion takes us behind the scenes of life at one of the biggest sporting programs on the planet. From the pre-season grind to the b...

He is one of the most influential figures in Australian sport — and his story is as powerful as the way he played.

From a teenager bursting onto the scene at Hawthorn to becoming one of the most feared and respected players the game has ever seen, Leigh’s career is stacked with extraordinary moments. Four premierships as a player. Over 900 goals. A rep...

He is one of the most influential figures in Australian sport — and his story is as powerful as the way he played.

From a teenager bursting onto the scene at Hawthorn to becoming one of the most feared and respected players the game has ever seen, Leigh’s career is stacked with extraordinary moments. Four premierships as a player. Over 900 goals. A rep...

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...