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The Howie Games

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.

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244: The Grade Cricketer (Part B)

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’s insight, it’s quality banter… and it’s genius. You’ll hear how it all started, what keeps the show running, and how two very sharp, articulate and deeply passionate cricket tragics found themselves at the centre of the cricket universe. We've got more cricket lists than the ICC is ready for. Oh – and plenty of outrageous Grade cricket tales thrown in for good measure. This was seriously fun!  And even funner... the boys latest book... Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings, which is now available for pre-order via Booktopia here. ***  Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/  Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames 

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Tuesday

244: The Grade Cricketer (Part 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’s insight, it’s quality banter… and it’s genius. You’ll hear how it all started, what keeps the show running, and how two very sharp, articulate and deeply passionate cricket tragics found themselves at the centre of the cricket universe. We've got more cricket lists than the ICC is ready for. Oh – and plenty of outrageous Grade cricket tales thrown in for good measure. This was seriously fun!  And even funner... the boys latest book... Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings, which is now available for pre-order via Booktopia here. ***  Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/  Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames 

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Sunday

College Diaries: Episode 4 - Straight A's

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 importance of custom-fitted helmets, and how the program at Ohio State is leaving nothing to chance when it comes to the treatment of it's players. Plus, a kicking session with NFL punter Cam Johnston. It’s a moment. A test. And a glimpse of what might be to come. Training intensifies. Competition ramps up. And Joe is bagging a few wins at training competitions as he starts to carve out his place in one of the biggest sporting programs on the planet. It’s education, it’s elite sport, and it’s all getting very, very real. *** College Diaries release schedule.Subscribe to the Howie Games feed so you don’t miss an episode! Episode 1 – Monday, July 7 – Not Your Average Joe Episode 2 – Monday, July 14 - Gold Standard Episode 3 – Monday, July 21 - Show Me The Money Episode 4 – Monday, July 28 - Straight A's Episode 5 – Monday, August 4  Episode 6 – Monday, August 11  Episode 7 – Monday, August 18  Game: Ohio State vs Texas – August 30 Subscribe to the feed on Apple, Spotify or LiSTNR here: https://linktr.ee/thehowiegames

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23 Jul

244: The Grade Cricketer (Player Profile)

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 start with some banter. In the full episode, past lives are revealed, content kingship is dissected, and the absurdities of Grade cricket (and life) are laid bare, plus, some cricket lists that could shatter the ICC rankings system These blokes are more than just banter – they’re two of the most interesting, articulate, and switched-on minds in the game today.  Before we dive into a full-length innings with the lads, have a laugh with Ian and Sam. 

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20 Jul

College Diaries: Episode 3 - Show Me The Money

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 hear from the passionate voices around the program. And we go behind the scenes with the Buckeyes’ media team, giving us an exclusive window into the scale, pride and polish of one of the most iconic sporting institutions in the world. Plus, a legendary voice joins the fray – Paul Keels, the voice of the Buckeyes, brings the full weight of Ohio State tradition and emotion to the series for the very first time. We explore the business behind it all – from stadium sellouts to media deals – and ask the big question: how many of these young athletes actually make it to the NFL? With draft dreams in the air, and the pressure building, Episode 3 is about big hopes, big money, and big-time college football. *** College Diaries release schedule.Subscribe to the Howie Games feed so you don’t miss an episode! Episode 1 – Monday, July 7 – Not Your Average Joe Episode 2 – Monday, July 14 - Gold Standard Episode 3 – Monday, July 21 - Show Me The Money Episode 4 – Monday, July 28 - Straight A's Episode 5 – Monday, August 4  Episode 6 – Monday, August 11  Episode 7 – Monday, August 18  Game: Ohio State vs Texas – August 30 Subscribe to the feed on Apple, Spotify or LiSTNR here: https://linktr.ee/thehowiegames

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