Australian players all have unique stories to tell and podcasts provide the perfect platform for players to share their voice on matters impacting the game they play, or share their personal experiences on and off the pitch.
Through the PFA’s own podcast, Footballers’ Voice, players have shared diverse stories and experiences of playing the world game. Other platforms, such as the ABC’s The Grandstand Football Pod, Shim, Spider and So Much Moore and the Unlaced Podcast also unearth interesting perspectives from players.
On the latest episode of the ABC’s Grandstand Football podcast, hosted by former player Robbie Cornthwaite and journalist Daniel Garb, PFA Executive Ziggy Gordon speaks about his interest in chess and the A-League season so far since making the switch from Central Coast Mariners to the Wanderers.
On The Unlaced Podcast, Sydney FC’s Rhyan Grant chats with former professional footballer and former teammate, Jake Barker-Daish, on his podcast which explores the human side of athletes.
On Spider, Shim and Much Much Moore, Simon Hill, Zeljko Kalac and Craig Moore chat with the Socceroos’ Martin Boyle, who recounts the reaction to his first Socceroos’ selection.
Finally, check out some of the recent episodes of the PFA’s Footballers’ Voice below:
Episode 14 | Michael Thwaite: Former A-League champion Michael Thwaite talks about the transition from playing life to life off the pitch through his new business which promotes mental health & wellbeing.
Episode 13 | Khalia Hogg: Adelaide United enjoyed a great resurgence in the W-League, only narrowly missing out on finals and Kahlia Hogg joins Adrian to chat about the improved team, her studies and fascination with technology outside of football.
Episode 12 | Remy Siemsen: Remy Siemsen has emerged as one of the W-League’s brightest talents. She’s a fierce competitor on the field with a youthful energy, but her activities and perspective on life outside of football shows how she’s mature beyond her years, as she sets a great example for young girls rising up the ranks.
