Leadership in Sport
94 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Focusing on who's impacting the world of sport & recreation. Guests on the show offer an insider's perspective include pro sports league executives, personal trainers, journalists, social media influencers and athletes
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♿🏀Athlete Damon Jaenke
May 24, 2020 17:16 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBDamon Jaenke was born with spina bifida, but that doesn't stop him from doing anything in his life. Damon is a Personal trainer 🏋️♂️ Cancer survivor☣ Mental health advocate 💪 and Aspiring public/motivational speaker 🎤 Damon shares his mental health battles, bullying in school, his desire and dream to become an Olympian, and his plans to raise funds and awareness for LIVIN #ITAINTWEAKTOSPEAK Follow buzz.1991 on Instagram today This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Sports Network, join t...
More than a cricketer 🏏
May 21, 2020 17:25 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBBhavi Devchand is more than a cricketer. Hailing from an Indian background, passionate about all things high performance and well-being, Bhavi moved to Australia from Zimbabwe when she was 8 years old. Bhavi discusses the ups and downs as a professional cricketer for the Western Fury and Perth Scorchers in the WNCL/WBBL, the importance of female role models, her future as a coach, and her recent article Your Greatest Competitive Advantage is YOU. Follow @bdevchand on Instagram today This podc...
Sports crowdfunding
May 17, 2020 17:59 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBSamantha Rogers is a social capitalist using sport philanthropy as her vehicle of choice and is co-founder of Relate Social Capital, whose specialty is building and implementing revenue generating and community engagement programs. This episode breakdowns down the perceptions of sports philanthropy, the need to change how we value athletes, and how you can crowdfund during the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.relatesocialcapital.com/ https://twitter.com/samanthalrogers This podcast is brought t...
Olympic Stories - Ninja Warrior Olivia Vivian 🤸🏻♀️
May 11, 2020 09:10 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBOlivia Vivian. Olympic Gymnast. National Champion. Commonwealth Games Medalist. Oregon State University Alumni. Athletic and Academic All-American. Business Owner. Ninja Warrior. First and Only female to make it into the grand finale in Aus Ninja Warrior. Motivational Speaker. Entertainer. Strong Girl Influencer, takes us down memory lane to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Want to learn what it takes to become a Ninja? Visit The Ninja Blueprint This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Spor...
Olympic Stories - Heidi Gan 🏊
May 07, 2020 17:42 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBHeidi Gan is a two-time Olympian in the sport of open water swimming and a decorated sportsperson. She has competed at multiple world championship events in swimming and surf life saving and is a multiple medalist at the State and National level in both sports. On this episode, Heidi gives insight into what it takes to be an Olympian, how different the London and Rio Olympic Games were, juggling training with study and work, and what it's like to be a role model. Follow Heidi on Instagram Thi...
Empowering young minds through sport: The good chat foundation CEO Kelly Bergsma
May 03, 2020 17:59 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBIn December 2019, The Good Chat Foundation was founded. A not for profit charity focused on improving therapy outcomes and reducing mental health concerns for adolescents from low socioeconomic backgrounds by providing sporting scholarships. CEO Kelly Bergsma shares when (and how) she decided to set-up the foundation, her own mental health battles, and how they're empowering young minds through sport. https://www.thegoodchatfoundation.com/ This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Sports Ne...
Director, 49ers EDU & 49ers Museum - Jesse Lovejoy
April 27, 2020 18:29 - 44 minutes - 41.3 MBSports can be an extremely powerful lever to inspire young people if used properly. The 49ers are pioneers in sports-based informal STEAM education and EDU Academy helps other organizations understand how they may play a role in benefiting the educational ecosystems in their communities. Jesse Lovejoy Director, 49ers EDU & 49ers Museum takes us behind the scenes, sharing how (and why) the 49ers are making an impact through Education. https://www.49ers.com/community/49ersedu This podcast is br...
Remember those '92 Eagles?
April 25, 2020 18:34 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB26 September 1992, over 95,000 people saw the West Coast Eagles defeat the Geelong Cats, 113 to 85 at the MCG. Becoming the first AFL side to win a premiership from outside the state of Victoria. Eagles great Adrian Barich, who was an emergency for the '92 Grand Final, takes us behind the curtain of one of the greatest AFL sides ever, a look into the history making day, and his brief NRL career..
From South Sudan to the NBL
April 23, 2020 17:08 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBPerth Sports Network Founder Josh van Kampen is joined by NBL player Sunday Dech, who is coming off the best season of his professional career, highlighted by his nominations for Defensive Player of the Year and Most Improved. They discuss the impact of future NBA player LaMelo Ball had on the NBL, the impact of COVID-19, his US college experience, and how he's pursued his hoop dreams, while making an impact in the Australian African community. This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Spor...
Making history as Brown's QB coach - Heather Marini
April 19, 2020 17:34 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBBecoming the first female position coach in Division 1 Football history wasn't an easy road for Heather Marini. Learn how her American Football journey started in Melbourne, Australia, where her passion for coaching football, created opportunities to engage and connect with NFL leaders, helped lead to Brown naming Marini as 1st female position coach in Division 1. This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Sports Network, join the Facebook group today. Music by Qu4ntum Sounds. Say Hi on Twit...
Remember that season?
April 16, 2020 19:51 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBThe Fremantle Dockers haven't had the success of cross town rivals West Coast Eagles, but they've had moments in their history that has given their fans hope. 2006 was one of those seasons. A year filled with siren-gate, medal presentation boos, melees and finals, former Docker Ryan Murphy sits down with a couple of super-fans to recap a season that put the Dockers on the AFL map. BIODrafted by the Fremantle Football Club, Ryan Murphy played 48 games, kicking 50 goals from 2004-2010. The dead...
How the fitness industry is reinventing itself - Aian McLennan
April 12, 2020 16:23 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBAs the coronavirus continues to spread, fitness studios around the country are shutting their doors and adjusting to a new reality. The sudden shift has inspired creativity and flexibility for gyms and studios, which are largely dependent on physical locations and on-site staff. Founding Director at The Clubhouse Movement Studio, Aian McLennan, shares how he, and the gym has reinvented themselves, adjust to online training, the future for at-home workouts, and the importance of mental health ...
Professional Golfer. Brand & Sponsorship Expert. Mentor. Speaker. 🏌️ Glenn Paul
April 09, 2020 17:31 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBHow is COVID-19 affecting your role in sport? Hear Glenn's journey to playing professional golf (and how many hole in ones he's had), what it took to self-fund his career, and how COVID-19 is impacting the golf industry, creating opportunities and healthy competition. Glenn Paul is a Professional Golfer, Coach, Mentor and Presenter for the PGA of Australia and The Brand Builders. Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/glennpaulgolfhttps://www.facebook.com/glennpaul.brand/ Instagram:https://www.ins...
How I started my own sports agency - Fatima Flores
April 02, 2020 17:36 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBInterested in becoming a sports agent? Have a passion for women in sport? Hear from Fatima Flores, a school teacher turned sports agent is making waves in a male dominated industry. Listen to how it all began, and how she's supporting women in sport, on and off the field BIOI launched my sports agency business- Level Playing Field in early 2019 and currently represent elite & emerging female athletes & coaches in Australia. My aim as a player agent is to work closely with each female athlete ...
Remember that game: 2018 AFL Grand Final
March 27, 2020 05:20 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBRemember that grand final when Collingwood kicked the first five goals of the game, only to fall short! When West Coast Eagles midfielder Dom Sheed kicked the winning goal (after 'not' playing-on), ending Collingwoods hopes of an unlikely grand final victory? Remember the thought of the West Coast Eagles winning a premiership in 2018 was absurd? Josh, Ben and Jonesy break it all down on today's Remember that Game Recap!
Athlete brand building and its importance - Charlotte Woods
March 22, 2020 17:23 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBWhether you know it or not, you have an athlete brand...so it's important that you are in control of what it looks like. Host Josh van Kampen speaks with Charlotte Woods, discussing a simple guide for all types of athlete on how to build and benefit from their unique brand. Charlotte Woods is passionate about helping athletes succeed on their brand and sponsorship journey. She is the co-author of The Athlete Brand and Communications Manager at The Brand Builders. Charlotte loves working 1-1 w...
Surfing WA CEO 🏄 Mark Lane
March 15, 2020 18:24 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBMark Lane leads all strategic and operational management of all surfing events in WA, across all surfing codes, including the Margaret River Pro (World Surfing League) as well as the development of surfing schools, specialising in participation and high-performance programs. Mark shares with host Josh van Kampen the importance of the Margaret River Pro to WA, what it takes to engage an entire community, the impact of their digital platforms, and his growth as a CEO. The Boost Mobile Margaret ...
How can you source sponsorship? - Vickie Saunders, Co-Founder at The Brand Builders
March 01, 2020 17:34 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBBy her own admission, Vickie Saunders is completely obsessed with teaching others how to connect with opportunity. Author of 4 books, and a popular speaker at government, sport and business events, Vickie is fast becoming the world’s leading expert in brand and sponsorship education, and loves working with a diverse range of people and organisations. Host Josh van Kampen and Vickie discuss how she started The Brand Builders, what local sporting clubs can offer sponsors, and her top 5 tips to ...
My Basketball Life 🏀 Cal Bruton
February 16, 2020 18:33 - 55 minutes - 51 MBCal Bruton is a former player and coach in the Australian National Basketball League (NBL). Originally an American import, but in 1983 becoming a naturalised Australian, Bruton has been an integral part of the league since its inception. Host Josh van Kampen jumps on a call with Cal to discuss his basketball life in the NBL, his time with the Perth Wildcats, working as a postman, playing with his son in the SBL, and the future of Australian basketball. This podcast is brought to you by the Pe...
NRL WA CEO John Sackson
February 02, 2020 17:13 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBEven though the Western Reds left in the late 90's, the NRL has continued to bring the game of Rugby League to Perth. February 2020 sees the NRL 9's, a festival of rugby league and live entertainment hit HBF Park on 14 - 15 of February. Host Josh van Kampen sits down with John Sackson to discuss the growth of Rugby League in WA, the history of the Western Reds, the impact sport has on tourism in WA, and previews the NRL 9's coming to Perth in February. Get your tickets here! This podcast is b...
Lawn Bowling Hotspot
January 26, 2020 19:10 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBOver 690,000 people played lawn bowls in Australia in 2019. Part of the growth is thanks to General Manager at Doubleview Bowling Club Jeffrey Bessant who's turned 'The View' into a Lawn Bowling Hotspot! Turning the club into one of the fastest growing clubs in WA. Host Josh van Kampen sits down with Jeff to discuss the rise of the Doubleview Bowling Club, his personal and professional growth as a leader and how he collaborates with key-stakeholders. This podcast is brought to you by the Pert...
The Stadium Experience
January 19, 2020 17:43 - 33 minutes - 31 MBGabriela Pasqualon Luciano [Digital Stadium Experience Manager, Optus] is currently delivering game changing experiences to Optus Stadium fans, through innovation and technology #OptusStadiumApp Host Josh van Kampen sits down with Gabi to discuss her journey from Brazil to Australia, the importance of fan and stadium engagement and the growth of technological advances in the fan experience. This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Sports Network, join the Facebook group today. Music by Qu4...
Founder of Revo Fitness Andrew Holder
January 12, 2020 19:07 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBFounding Revo Fitness in 2012, Andrew Holder has quickly become a prominent figure within the Perth business scene. Being named in WA’s Young Achiever Awards list for his success in tackling gym franchises with a unique membership offering and boutique fitness experience. On today's Leadership in Sport episode Andrew shares his journey from small business owner to WA cricketer, the pitfalls to starting your own business, what he learnt from Australian Cricket Head Coach Justin Langer and why ...
Australian Wallaroo Rebecca Clough
January 05, 2020 19:32 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBWallaroos veteran Rebecca Clough has crammed a lot into her 12 years in rugby, playing at three Women’s Rugby World Cups and travelling the globe. Rebecca shares the impact Rugby has had on her studies and work-life, the growth of women's rugby locally & globally, and what she's hoping to achieve in 2020. This podcast is brought to you by the Perth Sports Network, join the group today. Music by Qu4ntum Sounds. Say Hi on Twitter: @qu4ntumsounds
IP Law & Sport
December 08, 2019 19:41 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIntellectual Property Rights are integral to sports. In today's episode Dave Stewart, Principal at Bennett + Co Corporate & Commercial Law discusses the importance of IP for teams like the Seattle Seahawks and Fremantle Dockers, tennis star Andy Murray and large sporting organisations like the AFL.
30 YEARS STRONG. Inaugural Perth Heat coach Ken McGee
November 24, 2019 17:39 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis season the good old days of Parry Field are returning. Inaugural Perth Heat coach Ken McGee takes us down memory lane to the inaugural season of the Perth Heat, his journey to Perth, the countless memories and influences, and what to expect ahead of their home opener against the Canberra Cavalry November 29.
Co Founder and Director at Rosterfy - Shannan Gove
November 17, 2019 18:01 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBShannan is an expert in large scale paid and volunteer workforce operations. Since starting Rosterfy in 2010, Shannan has a proven track record working with the worlds largest events including the Super Bowl 2017, 2018 and 2019, numerous World Cup's and large scale events across 5 continents.
From Ballroom to Boardroom
November 10, 2019 19:33 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBShona Rowan works internationally as a Performance & Mindset Consultant, Inspirational Speaker and Coach. She has over 20 years of experience helping organisations and individuals sharpen performance and maximise success via peak performance workshops, inspirational events and private coaching sessions. Shona worked across the UK and Europe for more than a decade and started her bespoke training, coaching and consulting business in London in 2008. She relocated back to Perth Western Australia...
Ninja Warrior - Dave Ravi
October 27, 2019 19:13 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBDave started his adult life behind a desk as a corporate tax accountant before changing direction towards a purpose driven life in the health and fitness space. In 2015 he opened Ninja Academy - the first mixed movement and Ninja Warrior training facility in Australia - and co-founded the Ninja Challenge League (NCL), which is the biggest Ninja competition in the country with competitors from all over the world flying to Perth to take part. He is the most experienced Ninja coach in the countr...
Sports Geek Founder - @seancallanan
October 13, 2019 19:12 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBSean Callanan, Founder of Sports Geek and SG Esports, and Owner of Gravitas, works in sports teams, leagues and athletes helping them grow revenue from digital efforts. Sean shares why he founded Sports Geek, the growing trends in digital engagement, sports biggest challenge and the growth of Esports Where to find Sean Twitterhttps://twitter.com/seancallanan Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/seancallananspeaks LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/seancallanan/ On Internetsgravitas.gg – professi...
Chasing the dream - @gradywulff
October 06, 2019 18:25 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBEven though she's a current student, Grady is making waves in the sports broadcasting world. A self-proclaimed tomboy growing up, Grady shares how her passion for sport, strong work ethic, the sacrifice and volunteer hours is helping her pursue the dream of being the first female Australian presenter to report or present on-field for the MLB in the USA!
New York Mets, Alumni Public Relations & Team Historian Coordinator
September 22, 2019 16:45 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBDevon Sherwood is a former college student-athlete with a bachelor's and master's degree from Duke University. Devon gives insight into his time as a student-athlete, and discusses his role at the New York Mets, showcasing the importance of engaging their alumni (former players ), helping enhance the fan experience and business development opportunities on and off the diamond.
The Unlikely Olympian - Danielle Kettlewell
September 15, 2019 19:46 - 48 minutes - 45 MBOlympian Danielle Kettlewell was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada with Australian parents and started the sport of synchronized swimming at the age of eight. At the age of 18 ‘retired’ focusing on university studies until she received the once in a lifetime chance to join the Australian National Synchro Team. Listen to Danielle's unlikely journey from Canada to Perth, bar-tending at the Garden to competing at the 2016 RIO Olympics, and what inspired her to write her book, The Unlikely Oly...
My journey to the AFL - Lee Spurr
September 02, 2019 04:48 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBWondered what it takes to make it in the AFL? Lee Spurr, who played 120 games for the Fremantle Dockers, shares his journey into the AFL. Lee gives insight into multiple (and life threatening) injuries, his impact in SANFL Grand Finals, being overlooked in multiple drafts, the 2013 AFL Grand Final loss and the impact Ross Lyon and players at Fremantle Dockers have had on his time in football and post-football career.
Making the Cut ⛳ - Nicole Martino 🏌🏽♀️
August 25, 2019 18:08 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBNicole Martino is the WA Operations Manager for Golf Management Australia and a PGA Golf Professional. Having worked across a variety of roles in the golf industry, including playing professionally, coaching and working in sports administration, Nicole went back to ECU as a mature age student to pursue a career in sports management. In May 2018, just 6 months after graduating ECU, Nicole accepted the role of WA Operations Manager for Golf Management Australia. The flexibility of a part-time (...
Perth Heat GM - Steven Nelkovski
August 11, 2019 18:48 - 46 minutes - 43 MBSteven Nelkovski BIO"Started doing work experience for community newspaper, writing articles on local soccer club. That opened to the door to do more work experience with Peter Vlahos at 6NR which opened more doors to work experience at Channel 7 while I was at Uni. 12 years with Channel seven whilst also doing radio commentary with 882 6PR. I moved to Sydney with Fox Sports in 2009, returning in 2010 to take a role with Perth Glory in media / marketing. It’s a role that fuelled my ambition t...
My year in the NBA - @BenMallis, Senior Basketball Journalist & Writer
August 02, 2019 04:08 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBBen Mallis is a former Perth commerce professional turned NBA sportswriter who currently lives and works in Philadelphia. Listen hear how Ben transitioned into the world of professional basketball and hear about the special basketball fundraiser he is bringing to Perth, with tickets available via this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/embargo-lifted-one-night-of-australian-basketball-nba-talk-in-perth-tickets-65658633741
Sports PR - Stefanie Rezzara & Nathan Drudi
July 28, 2019 19:49 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBStefanie Rezzara is a Senior Publicist for FOX SPORTS, Nathan Drudi is currently the Media & Communications Manager for Netball WA, West Coast Fever and Shooting Stars.
Marty Suan 🏐 Director of Sport and Competition at AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour
July 14, 2019 19:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBTeam Australia Beach Volleyball Athlete 2001-06, Coach 2007-09 & 2013-14. Australian Beach Volleyball Tour Champion 2006-07, Volleyball Australia Coach of the Year 2015 and currently Tournament Director of the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour.
Nat Medhurst - Netballer @ Collingwood Magpies
June 30, 2019 18:02 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBBIO ⁃ Aussie debut 2007 ⁃ 86 Test caps ⁃ 3x world championship player (‘07, ‘11, ‘15) * 1 of 8’players to have won 3 World Titles ⁃ Commonwealth Games gold 2014 ⁃ Commonwealth Games silver 2010 ⁃ ANZ Championship Premiership 2011 (with QLD Firebirds) ⁃ ANZ Championship MVP 2011 ⁃ Entering my 16th season of Elite netball .. over 220 National League games played. ⁃ Current member of Collingwood Magpies Netball Team ⁃ Previous clubs WC Fever, QLD Firebirds & Adelaide Thunderbirds Professi...
Cameron Britt, CEO | Wolves Basketball 🐺🏀
June 16, 2019 20:01 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBCameron Britt is an Australian Institute of Management national 30under30 winner, a 2018 Business News Rising Stars winner, and a scholarship recipient for the 2019 Leadership WA Rising Leader program. Mr Britt joined the Wanneroo Basketball Association as chief executive in 2015. He previously managed community and fan engagement strategies for Essendon Football Club, was a director of The Long Walk Indigenous awareness charity, and remains a long-term participant in Cancer Council fundraisi...
Alice Round, Athlete. Coach. Mentor.
June 02, 2019 20:30 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBAlice is a passionate health & fitness coach who has now been in the industry (2016) over 10 years. Alice has a strong background in Competing in bodybuilding, Athletics (sprinting), Powerlifting and Female body composition. Alice's Qualifications:BA Exercise Sport Science ECUMajor in Nutritional StudiesPost Graduate master in DieteticsCert 3/4 Health & FitnessLevel 1 Powerlifting coach Alice has worked alongside and also attended training courses with Layne Norton, Eric Helmes, Ben Pakulski,...
Simon Taylor, Chief Executive Officer at Netball WA
May 20, 2019 05:13 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBSimon has more than 20 years experience working in a wide variety of roles in Community, Commercial and Executive positions within a number of Sporting organisations including Australian University Sport, Queensland Rugby Union and the Reds, and Swimming WA where he was CEO. In his current role as CEO of Netball WA, Simon is responsible for driving the strategic direction of the of the sport in Western Australia with the many and varied key stakeholders of the organisation.
Damian Martin (Perth Wildcats)
May 16, 2019 07:37 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBIn early November 2018 Senior Basketball Writer & Foreign Correspondent for The Pick and Roll Ben Mallis, and JVK from Dead Set Legends speak with Olympian and Perth Wildcats captain Damian Martin. The boys discuss how Rob Beveridge recruited Damian Martin over a Happy Meal, his time at the AIS and Loyola Marymount University (LMU), his introduction to the NBL with the West Sydney Razorbacks, Andrew Bogut and the most famous person he got a selfie with at the 2016 Rio Olympics.