the [female] athlete project

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  sydney sweeney's latest sports ad backlash and the female athletes fighting back 14.09.2026 30мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: We look at Sweeney's entry into sport, Steph Talbot becoming the hero for the Opals and everything in women's sport that's happened this week. For the key story - You know how much we love a good piece of data to back up some good facts! Women and girls who participate in sport have been proven to be more likely to hold leaderships roles and here's why. *** Support WOMEN'S SPORT and own a piece of your very own FAN CLUB merch.                  Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Follow and support us do we what do on our Substack for more stories, athlete Q&As and resources for our audience: https://bit.ly/4ifGL4rSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  brooke mcintosh from hitting rock bottom to running 14,200km around australia 09.09.2026 42мин

  What does it take to turn your darkest moments into a change for yourself and the wider community? Chloe sits down with Brooke McIntosh, record-breaker, mental fitness advocate, and the fastest and youngest woman to run 14,200 kilometers around Australia. From the outside, Brooke had the picture-perfect life. high-earning FIFO work, holidays, and good times. But behind the scenes, she was drowning in a storm of trauma, PTSD, severe anxiety, and suicidal ideation.  It took a near-fatal, high-speed T-bone truck crash to shatter the mask, waking up without a scratch on her body, but with a soul forever marked by a newfound purpose. Brooke shares her journey from sending a raw 2 a.m. cry-for-help text message to executing one of the most grueling physical feats on the planet. She averaged 60–111km every single day, pushed through 40°C heatwaves, survived flooded trails, and shredded through 16 pairs of shoes, all while raising over $280,000 for the Blue Tree Project. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Follow and support us do we what do on our Substack for more stories, athlete Q&As and resources for our audience: https://bit.ly/4ifGL4rSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  alexia putellas backs rfef egg freezing deal + ezi magbegor leads opals at fiba 07.09.2026 31мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: The Basketball World Cup has officially kicked off, Isabella Nichols suffers a cruel injury in Fiji and Sydney FC brings in two USA imports. For the key story - We are looking at why this soccer team is offering egg freezing for the elite,  and if it is actually looking after women or if it is just cost efficient? *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Follow and support us do we what do on our Substack for more stories, athlete Q&As and resources for our audience: https://bit.ly/4ifGL4rSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  the next: why sport can forecast injuries, but still fails to stop them 02.09.2026 41мин

  THE NEXT is a monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. This week: The Evolution of Sports Tech & Data Privacy: As predictive tools and biological surveillance scale faster than public science, female athletes face emerging risks around data sovereignty, contract security, and shifted institutional liability. From 'Vulnerable Bodies' to 'Prevention Bypass': Advanced data often targets individual female biology while ignoring structural factors, such as schedule and staffing, creating a system that forecasts injury risks without guaranteeing protective care. *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game is here: Grab your copy now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  rookie erin brooks dropped a perfect 10 and fan favourite left unsigned as contract window closes 31.08.2026 27мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: The penalty shoot out in this world cup that had everyone holding their breath, Netball Australia leaving a fan favourite unsigned by mistake and 9 aussie players selected for USA league. For the key story - Kit clash oversight which meant all players were pretty much dressed the same causing absolute confusion on the pitch, for commentators and for fans.  *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  sharyn donaghy on leading a world-first fertility care for elite female athletes and career development after sport 27.08.2026 47мин

  Sharyn Donaghy is one of Australian sport’s most influential leaders in athlete wellbeing, psychological support, and career development. Now as the General Manager of Athlete Wellbeing at the Australian Netball Players Association, she is driving systemic change, most recently spearheading a world-first fertility care partnership that ensures elite female netballers never have to choose between their sport and their future families. In this episode, Sharyn breaks down the whole-athlete approach, unpacking the mental, physical, and financial realities facing female athletes today, and why preparing for life off the court is the ultimate key to success on it. ***Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  new mixed surfing super league set to launch with $10,000 per week salary and kerr's milestone moment 24.08.2026 27мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: Netball Australia is intentionally hiring Football Australia staff to replicate the commercial explosion of the Matildas, we saw the most points ever scored in an NRLW match. For the key story - On Sunday, 16,672 people showed up for the Sydney Swans women, a record crowd, an incredible show of support. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  spice girl becomes front-of-shirt sponsor and lani pallister defeats katie ledecky 17.08.2026 26мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: Girl power is in full effect in surfing with wildcard Kelia Gallina the youngest surfer to ever compete in a WSL Championship Tour. For the key story - No more leftovers, two landmark deals that are proving women’s sport is finding new ways to grow sustainability and on their own terms. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  We Are Chelsea x The Female Athlete Project LIVE 12.08.2026 28мин

  Join Bez and Chloe from The Female Athlete Project for an exclusive live podcast event brought to you in collaboration with We Are Chelsea. Recorded live at The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines at King Street Wharf in Sydney, this special episode brings fans face-to-face with international football icons. Featuring in-depth interviews with Chelsea FC Women star Erin Cuthbert and manager Sonia Bompastor, the session breaks down elite European football, Chelsea's pre-season tour down under, personal career journeys, and the global explosion of women's sport. Event Details: Hosts: Chloe Dalton & Bez (The Female Athlete Project) Special Guests: Erin Cuthbert & Sonia Bompastor (Chelsea FC Women) *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  west coast fever captain brutally snubbed and trial rule changes for the wnbl 10.08.2026 30мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: the youngest ever head coach appointed for a-league, a shock for fever captain not being resigned and rule changes for the WNBL. For the key story - crisis management for the TOUR DE FRANCE FEMME as bust inspections are now enforced 10-minutes before race start times. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  how bridie o’donnell turned a viral blog into her pathway to mainstream sports commentary 05.08.2026 55мин

  In this episode, we sit down with Bridie to talk about what it actually means to be a try-hard, why the traditional sporting system gets talent identification completely wrong by looking at wingspans instead of hunger, and what it’s really like to slog away as a 34-year-old rookie sleeping in a bunk bed in Italy making 12,000 euros. We chat about the reality of team dynamics playing the grunt woman or the domestique who protects the leader without ever getting to wear the yellow jersey and how Bridie turned her casual blog posts and a viral 2-million-view open letter into her ultimate pathway straight into the mainstream sports broadcast booth as a leading voice for the Tour de France.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  all-aussie podium sweep and athletics just had its most successful day in history 03.08.2026 26мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: Aussie Diamonds stain in history, the story that’s been flooding everyone’s feeds and the dive that placed this woman as the all-time win record across both the men’s and women’s competitions. For the key story - FIFA almost just sold off world football behind closed doors and the Women’s World Cup was about to become collateral damage. Here’s how a $20 billion secret deal completely blew up in 48 hours. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ellie carpenter on her return to australia and the early days playing soccer with her brother 29.07.2026 27мин

  A very special episode this week as we sit down with Matilda's star Ellie Carpenter, who is heading back down under in Chelsea blue for the upcoming A-League All Stars clash. From holding her brother's hand to be able to play on the pitch to dominating top leagues across America, Europe, and now England, Ellie has forged one of the most remarkable careers in modern football. In this chat, we dive into the relentless mindset that drives her, the raw reality of bouncing back from major injuries, and the fierce competitive spirit that makes her who she is today. Join us for a live podcast collaboration between We Are Chelsea and The Female Athlete Project. Featuring special guests Chelsea star Erin Cuthbert and head coach Sonia Bompastor. Date: Monday 10th August Time: 6.30pm for 7pm start Location: The Sporting Globe, King St Wharf, Sydney Tickets: wearechelseaxtfap.eventbrite.com.au Game Day: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 Kick-off Time: 7:45 PM AEST Venue: Allianz Stadium, Sydney Broadcaster: Paramount+ Match Tickets: bit.ly/4fpxzbQ *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  georgia godwin is finishing gymnastics on her own terms after making remarkable comeback 27.07.2026 22мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: A round-up of all the Comm Games action, Bronte Halligan has led the Stingers to Bronze and Sam Kerr calls for the Matildas to come home. For the key story - new research into the impact of concussion in women's rugby could change guidelines for the game. It has been found that repeated blows to the head affect women differently than men, with female athletes more susceptible to concussion and reporting longer recovery times. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  glasgow grudge match set to take place this weekend 20.07.2026 22мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: The Opals Coach banned from WNBA, Private Owner saves Canberras United, Jess Hull’s win and the AFLW scheduling disaster. For the key story - A-League looks like it could be cancelled at this rate as fans back player’s decision to reject the latest pay proposal. It is another blow for A-League news and we’ll take a deeper look into what it means for the future of Women’s Football in Australia… *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  claudia hollingsworth on running her own race, surviving pressure from a young age and breaking track records for fun. 15.07.2026 44мин

  Claudia Hollingsworth is one of the most exciting middle-distance prospects in Australian athletics history. And when you look back upon her career, there’s little wonder why. By 16 years old, Claudia was already competing against open-age fields and just a year later made her international debut at the World U20 Championships. By 19, she was crowned the Australian National 800m Champion and went on to make the Olympic semi-finals in Paris, setting her up for success on the global stage against the world's absolute best in the Diamond League. Now, she’s back on the track, shattering under-20 records and sharing her pure love for running after overcoming early career racing setbacks. Watch Claudia go for gold at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games starting July 27 and stream it live directly on the 7plus Website, or head straight to the dedicated 7plus Athletics Hub where all the Commonwealth Games live feeds and event replays will be. ***Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  beyond the game: meet hustle media director sarah neill 01.07.2026 45мин

  Growing up, Sarah Neill was a self-described shy little kid. But working in sport changed that. And now she helps tell some of the biggest stories in Australian sport, every single day. From working at two of the biggest clubs in Rugby League when Instagram was first launched to now running her own media business, Sarah shares how being made redundant in the traditional sports space gave her the courage to take the leap and start her own production company - Hustle Media. *** The ‘Beyond the Game’ podcast series has been developed in collaboration with the New South Wales Office of Sport. Part of the Her Future in Sport initiatives, we’re helping the Office of Sport to light the spark of inspiration in young women and adolescent girls to show the breadth of interesting and fulfilling careers across the broader sports sector. From creative to curious, scientific to sporty, we want every girl to see that there is a place for her in a sports career. Explore the possibilities at the Her Future in Sport Quiz: careers.tool.sport.nsw.gov.au *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Come join the women's sports fan club. Shop our brand new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  rhiannan iffland equals the all-time redbull cliff diving wins record 🌊 29.06.2026 22мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: Rhiannan Iffland has equalled the all-time record for Red Bull Cliff Diving Victories, the Aussies are through to Semi’s of the T20 Cricket World Cup and the Vixens are through to the Super Netball Grand Final. For the key story, we unpack how the Central Coast Mariners Women’s A-League Team have been left without an owner four months out from the start of the season, as the club’s newest owner chose not to purchase the women’s team too. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  the next: the machine is hungry and athlete data is feeding it 24.06.2026 47мин

  THE NEXT is a monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project. Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines. We shine a light on the pockets of the future already here - the signals of change that are quietly [or not-so-quietly] reshaping women's sport in the present. Not to predict what’s coming, but to notice what’s already in motion. This week, we discuss four signals of change around the quantification of women athletes which includes what their data is being used for and who it's being used by. *** MORE THAN A GAME GAME, the ultimate women’s sports trivia game is here: Grab your copy now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Plus, the new Women's Sports Fan Club range has arrived. Grab your merch and join the club now: https://thefemaleathleteproject.com/collections/all-products-collection Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + to hear when the women's sports fan club tee drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  serena williams is making her wimbledon singles comeback 🎾 22.06.2026 30мин

  A weekly podcast where Bez and Chloe break down the biggest stories in women's sport, dig into the issues that matter, and have a bit of a laugh along the way. This week: Serena is SO BACK, the Adelaide Thunderbirds are through to the Super Netball Grand Final, and Australia remain undefeated at the T20 Cricket World Cup [plus Georgia Voll is basically a wicketkeeper now!] For the key story, we unpack an Australian strengths and skills program [Prep to Play] aimed at reducing concussion and lower-leg injuries in Women’s Community AFL. *** Our new WOMEN'S SPORT FAN CLUB merch has arrived. Come join the club and get yours now: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter and to be the first to find out about merch drops👀  https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.