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The Howie Games

The Howie Games

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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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Episodes
  • 264: Michelle Payne (Part B)
    Apr 1 2026

    History-maker. Trailblazer. And bloody tough!

    This one goes far beyond that unforgettable Melbourne Cup winning ride back in 2015.

    Yes, we relive the moment that stopped a nation, from the ride, the roar, the words that echoed around the world. And of course Stevie and the relationship she has with her brother. But this is the Michelle you don’t always see or hear.

    A decade on from her historic win, she opens up on the whirlwind that followed: the pressure, the expectations, and then yet another near death experience.

    From growing up in a racing family to navigating fame, loss, and everything in between, this is a story about grit, perspective, and staying true to yourself when the world is watching.

    There’s heartbreak, there’s humour, and there’s a whole lot of honesty. And it’s one you won’t forget.

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    45 mins
  • 264: Michelle Payne (Part A)
    Mar 31 2026

    History-maker. Trailblazer. And bloody tough!

    This one goes far beyond that unforgettable Melbourne Cup winning ride back in 2015.

    Yes, we relive the moment that stopped a nation, from the ride, the roar, the words that echoed around the world. And of course Stevie and the relationship she has with her brother. But this is the Michelle you don’t always see or hear.

    A decade on from her historic win, she opens up on the whirlwind that followed: the pressure, the expectations, and then yet another near death experience.

    From growing up in a racing family to navigating fame, loss, and everything in between, this is a story about grit, perspective, and staying true to yourself when the world is watching.

    There’s heartbreak, there’s humour, and there’s a whole lot of honesty. And it’s one you won’t forget.

    ***

    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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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • SPECIAL: Howie's Favourite Footy Episodes
    Mar 26 2026

    Ten years. Thousands of stories. And a whole lot of footy magic.

    Incase you have missed anything across the years, Howie has taken a moment to remember some of the AFL players and the stories that have defined The Howie Games across a decade.

    From the electrifying brilliance of Cyril Rioli in episode 54, the ultimate “bums on seats” player, and the raw, deeply personal reasons behind his shock mid-season retirement… to the elite mindset of Chris Judd in episode 32 unpacking what it really takes to be the best.

    We rewind all the way back to Episode 3! BIG Fev opens up like never before with his highs, the struggles, and the honesty that stopped listeners in their tracks.

    Then into the modern era with Kane Cornes episode 218, one of the most influential voices in the game, in a chat where absolutely nothing was off limits.

    And finally… a full circle moment. Leigh “Lethal” Matthews. Episode 248. A childhood hero. A legend of the game. And one of the great conversations in Howie Games history.

    Catch up on the full episodes!

    Episode 56 - Cyril Rioli

    Episode 32 - Chris Judd

    Episode 3 - Brendan Fevola

    Episode 218 - Kane Cornes

    Episode 241 - Leigh Matthews

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    41 mins
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