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SportSpiel
Sports podcast telling athletes' stories properly | Hosted by Alasdair Hooper and Will Moulton | Get in touch at sportspielpod@gmail.com Visit our website: https://sportspielonline.com Follow us on social media @sportspielpod
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162 EpisodenEllie Harber: Muay Thai, overcoming bullying and controlling her anger
On the final episode of this series of SportSpiel we cross into the world of Muay Thai and speak to recently-crowned WBC world champion Ellie Harber.<...
Laura Gallagher and Jo Pinner: Becoming a mum during your athletic career
This episode of SportSpiel is a very special one, as we delve into an important subject that is still in its infancy in terms of understanding – becom...
Helen Nelson: Scotland’s progress, the Six Nations and the importance of role models
Scotland Rugby’s vice-captain Helen Nelson is one of the most crucial individuals in the squad.
With 55 appearances for the...
Lilli Ives Campion: ‘The next 10 years are really pivotal in that growth of the game’
Aged just 20, Lilli Ives Campion is widely regarded as one of the brightest prospects in English women’s rugby.
And if it h...
Liv Thomas: Lacrosse, battling back from an ACL and Olympic ambitions
Despite being in her early 20s, Liv Thomas has already experienced a lot in her sporting career.
The GB and England lacross...
Laura Siddall: ‘Don’t die wondering’
Don’t die wondering – that’s Laura Siddall’s motto – and it’s a phrase you can see applied to so much of her life as a pro athlete.
Isla Mackenzie: Chasing the dream of being a racing driver
Isla Mackenzie is on a mission – to inspire the next generation as she chases her dream of being a racing driver.
Her early...
Ben Gallagher: From being shot on active duty, to a Paralympic dream
Ben Gallagher is a remarkable individual. After serving in the British Army for over 16 years, his life was turned upside down in 2019 when he was sho...
Beth Gill: 'We wouldn’t put sewage on our streets – why would we do that in the rivers?'
Beth Gill is one of Britain’s – and the world’s – leading canoeists. In 2022 she became C1 short course Marathon World Champion and she’s hoping to qu...
Mercy Brown: ‘If you don’t understand an individual’s culture, you can’t support them’
British weightlifter Mercy Brown has been on an extensive journey in her sporting career. But the comeback is very much on.
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Brendan Creed: ‘I’m a massive perfectionist’
Brendan Creed has discovered a lot about himself since he first represented his country back in 2017.
By his own admission...
Lauren Torley: A wish to play for England – regardless of sport
After leaving school at the age of 18, Lauren Torley had barely touched a rugby ball.
But fast-forward to now and things ar...
Nat Panagarry: Her wife’s cancer diagnosis and a ‘rollercoaster’ journey
Netball used to be one of the most important things in Nat Panagarry’s life – but that has all changed.
Last year Nat’s wif...
Milly Tanner: ‘I don’t want to leave the sport with nothing’
British track cyclist Milly Tanner has had a whirlwind last few years, and she’s determined to leave her mark.
The 24-year-...
Fi Morris: Pressure, mental health and ‘going off the rails’
Cricketer Fi Morris has learned a lot at the age of 29. From making her county championship debut at the age of 14, to top scoring for her team in the...
London Dynasty Cheer: From nothing to Grand Champs in a pandemic
London Dynasty Cheer has grown exponentially in a ridiculously short time, and Joanna Haeger and Grace Lowe are key parts of that.
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Linn Sandstrom: Proving the doubters wrong
Linn Sandstrom is one of the most determined individuals you will ever meet in sport.
Currently ranked ninth by the WBA, th...
Amy-Eloise Markovc: Unlocking her ‘untapped potential’
British Olympic runner Amy-Eloise Markovc has plenty to be proud of over the last two years of her career.
The 27-year-old...
SportSpiel is back with a new series
The SportSpiel podcast is back with a brand new series of podcasts, starting from Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
It’s been a bu...
Anna Shackley: Scotland's rising cycling star
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with rising Scottish cycling star Anna Shackley.
The 2...
SportSpiel Review of the Year 2021
Alasdair Hooper and Will Moulton host SportSpiel’s Review of the Year 2021.
The past 12 months have proven to...
Aaron Hadlow: A kiteboarding pioneer
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel featuring British kiteboarder Aaron Hadlow.
While it m...
Laura Sugar: 'Every person is a human being - disability or not'
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with returning guest - and Paralympic champion - Laura Sugar.
Kate French: ‘Some people excel in one discipline – I’m just average in all of them!'
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with Olympic gold medallist Kate French.
The Modern Penta...
Joe Choong: Bringing Modern Pentathlon onto the scene
Modern pentathlete Joe Choong was one of the stars of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
The 26-year-old stormed t...
Mallory Franklin: 'I was the kid that wouldn’t say yes to the register'
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with Tokyo 2020 silver medalist Mallory Franklin.
The...
Bobby Copping: ‘I went up for a header and could never play football again’
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with former Peterborough United footballer Bobby Copping.
Sophie Carrigill: 'We owe it to the next generation to speak up'
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with GB Wheelchair Basketballer Sophie Carrigill.
Ten yea...
Sonny Pike: The greatest footballer that never was
Sonny Pike was the wonderkid that had it all. He was the gifted young footballer destined to be a star, until it all came crashing down to earth.
Mental health and nature with Iona Lake and Christina Colmer McHugh
Alasdair Hooper hosts the fifth and final Mental Health Awareness Week episode all about mental health and nature.
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Mental Health and the LGBTQ community with Martin Stark, Karina Murray and Emma Smith
Alasdair Hooper hosts the fourth Mental Health Awareness Week episode all themed around mental health and sport in the LGBTQ community.
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Chris Murphy: The turbulent world of addiction recovery
Alasdair Hooper hosts the third Mental Health Awareness Week special episode with commentator Chris Murphy on addiction recovery, depression and Sport...
Mental health in the media with Ryan Conway, Tommy Wathen and Rebecca Myers
Alasdair Hooper and Will Moulton host the second of our Mental Health Awareness Week episodes all about mental health in the media.
Addiction and mental health with Russell Pearce and Patrick Foster
Alasdair Hooper and Will Moulton host the first episode of our Mental Health Awareness Week series on addiction with Russell Pearce and Patrick Foster...
Emily Borthwick: 'Change your emotion, not your technique'
Alasdair Hooper hosts this episode of SportSpiel with guest Emily Borthwick.
The high jumper had quite the de...
Jeffrey Herlings: The crash that almost left him paralysed
Alasdair Hooper hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with 2018 MXGP World Champion Jeffrey Herlings.
In this wide-ranging...
Zoe Harrison: 'Don't take notice of anyone that tries to put you down'
Will Moulton hosts the latest episode of SportSpiel with Saracens and England star Zoe Harrison.
In a wide-ra...
Sophie Hahn: Medals, records and driving for more
T38 sprinter Sophie Hahn has already achieved so much by the age of 24.
Back in 2018 her gold medal in the T3...
Katie Milner: 'We should all be classed as racing drivers'
Katie Milner is one determined racing driver making waves in motorsport.
She is the first female to be on the...
Fil Kamps: 'Dream big, work hard, stay humble'
Deaf footballer Fil Kamps has had quite the career.
He’s competed for Great Britain at the World Cup, the Dea...