politics

Boxed Into A Corner

There are many people who have managed to say things that make sense succinctly, and are then quoted regularly by the rest of us to sum up what we think or feel. One such quote is “You can please some

Is It Time For Better Governance and Less Government Support For Sport?

We have all heard the saying ‘politics and sport don’t mix.’ Words attributed to Eric Heiden, the former long track speed skater, who won an unprecedented five individual gold medals, and set four Olympic records and one world record at

The Price of Parity

For many years there has been debate as to whether the success of a sporting team, or the hosting of a global sporting event can impact the mood of a nation and ultimately have a result on the outcome of

Podcast #117 – Organ Donation & The Transplant Games, The IOC, and the Investment Required for Success at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.

Not the Footy Show Podcast

On this show we take a slightly different path with our special guest Lisa Wilson who is heading to Australia as an Ambassador for the Transplant Games. A sports festival for those who have undergone a transplant thanks to organ

Podcast #113 – A Matter of Principles. Our Guest Jimmy Allan Who Stood Up For His Beliefs, How Many Today Would Do The Same? Are Today’s Stars As Committed To Their Beliefs?

Not the Footy Show Podcast

As much as we are told that Politics and Sport should never mix they clearly do and appear to be becoming more and more messy. Our special guest on this show is former Swindon Town goalkeeper Jimmy Allan who took