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The Howie Games

Summary: Welcome to The Howie Games! Where the biggest names in the world of sport go one-on-one with Mark Howard. From ultimate highs, to tear jerking lows, The Howie Games lifts the lid on the real stories behind the headlines.

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 THE HOWIE GAMES: Season 2 Update | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:05:08

#TheHowieGames | Production of THE HOWIE GAMES: Season 2 is well underway! Over the past month I've had the honour of sitting down with some of the biggest names in Australian & world sport which I can't wait for you to hear. In this update you'll hear some exclusive clips from the new season. The launch date is yet to be confirmed - but I promise it's not far away. Peace!  For updated news and information head to howiegames.com.au.

 Episode 24: DAVID MORRIS | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:24:21

#TheHowieGames | David Morris was told time and time again that he wasn’t good enough, that he was crazy to continue and had absolutely no future in aerial skiing. Thankfully, David ignored the constant negativity to qualify for the Olympics and claim an unlikely Olympic Silver medal for Australia - and he did it all with a smile on his face. He is a man who risked life and limb to realise his dream.  This is the final episode of SEASON 1. THE HOWIE GAMES RETURNS THURSDAY MARCH 9.

 Episode 23: KUMAR SANGAKKARA | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:43:14

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #6 | A gentleman of international cricket - Kumar Sangakkara. The former Sri Lankan captain played 134 tests with an incredible average of 57.40. However, this isn't just a sporting story - it's a tale of perseverance, belief, and humility. 

 Episode 22: KEVIN PIETERSEN | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:08:12

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #5 | Kevin Peter Pietersen MBE. 104 tests, 23 test centuries, Ashes victories and regarded by many as the best English batsman of modern times. KP has a wicked sense humour, a love for the game and a love for his family. Forget the headlines, forget about all the rubbish - this is the real KP.  Head to howiegames.com for more info.  NEXT WEEK: Kumar Sangakkara

 Episode 21: BRENDON McCULLUM | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:10:45

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #4 | A bloke who plays cricket today for the same reason he played it as a little fella, for fun. In this episode Baz talks about taking over the kiwi captaincy, legal battles, the World Cup, his phenomenal final test and much more.    NEXT WEEK: Kevin Pietersen!

 Episode 20: RICKY PONTING | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:02:20

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #3 | Where do you start with Ricky Ponting? 168 tests, 375 ODIs, 71 international 100s, 3 World Cup wins - The cricketer of his generation. But above all Punter is a cheeky, funny, down to earth fella who loves his mates and family. In this episode he talks about his favourite cricketing moments, toughest loses, lessons learnt and much, much more. The man is a legend. NEXT WEEK: Brendon McCullum

 Episode 19: PETER SIDDLE | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:37:47

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #2 | A former woodchopper from the La Trobe Valley in Victoria - Peter Siddle. In this episode Sidds talks about his path to the top, how tough test cricket really is, dealing with criticism and how a vegan approach has changed his entire life. NEXT WEEK: Ricky Ponting

 Episode 18: BRAD HODGE | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:17:01

#TheHowieGames | BIG BASH SPECIAL #1 | The first of our Big Bash League specials. We start with Adelaide Strikers captain Brad Hodge. Hodgey holds records galore in domestic cricket, yet extraordinarily he was only selected to play in 6 tests for Australia . In this episode Brad openly discusses his non-selection, the T20 revolution and where his cricketing career will take him next.

 Episode 17: TREVOR HENDY | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:23:52

#TheHowieGames | Trevor Hendy is a god of the waves and a modern day guru. As a competitor he had no peer - 4 consecutive World Ironman titles, 6 time Australian Ironman champion & 4 time Uncle Toby’s Super Series winner. In this episode we chat about his family history, being the best of the best, going bankrupt, Kelly Slater and his starring role in Baywatch alongside Pamela Anderson. His positive outlook is infectious. #MugLair 

 Episode 16: DAMIEN MARTYN | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:05:27

#TheHowieGames | One the most elegant Australian batsmen of the modern era. In a team of giants, Marto liked to hide in the background - but that’s not easy when you play 67 tests, average over 46 and knock up 13 test centuries. In this episode he talks about playing in arguably the greatest cricket team of all time, why he avoided publicity, the pain of getting dropped after ONE errant shot and plenty more.

 Episode 15: LAYNE BEACHLEY | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:06:11

#TheHowieGames | No better guest to celebrate the first day of the Australian summer than 7-time world surfing champion Layne Benchley. Layne is fascinating, warm, engaging and determined. An elite athlete who at times struggled with self-doubt but had a phenomenal drive to win and win and win some more.

 Episode 14: GREG NORMAN | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:54:14

#TheHowieGames | I grew up idolising Greg Norman. How could you not. On the course he was flamboyant, aggressive, dominant, striking - the full package. These days the Shark may be an even better business man than he was golfer, which is saying something. In this episode we cover golf, life, winning, losing, business and so much more. I hope he inspires you as much as he does me.

 Episode 13: JAKE EDWARDS | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:29:42

#TheHowieGames | Jake Edwards is a young man from a famous footballing family who has been through the AFL system. Part way through his footy journey, Jake came to realise he was battling depression. In this episode, Jake guides us through his footy career, descent to “rock bottom” and remarkable recovery. You’ll come to realise by listening to Jake that there is light at the end of the tunnel. A message he is determined to spread. 

 Episode 12: ANGE POSTECOGLOU | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:08:43

#TheHowieGames | One hour absolutely flew when I recorded this chat with Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou. Ange is open and upfront as we track his rise to the top job in Australian soccer. He describes his love and passion for the beautiful game as an obsession - that cannot be disputed. Enjoy getting to know the real Ange.

 Episode 11: MICHAEL CLARKE | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:52:22

#TheHowieGames | Michael Clarke's autobiography may have caused a massive stir recently but - at the heart of it - the former Australian captain is just a bloke who loves cricket. During this chat Pup shares his thoughts on the media, the backlash from his book and his meteoric rise to the baggy green. 

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