This Sporting Planet
This Sporting Planet
Podcast Description
No matter who you are, where you are or what your sport is, This Sporting Planet gives fans around the world their sporting fix.
Hosts Natalie Sawyer, Todd Harris, and Ed Russell explore the stories behind the sports, explaining not just what happened but why it happened. With insights from journalists, guests, and athletes rooted in the regions where the events are taking place, This Sporting Planet leaves no stone unturned in its quest to take you behind the scenes of some of the most iconic sporting occasions.
From Europe to America, Asia to Africa, the Middle East, and Australia and New Zealand, This Sporting Planet is the home of global sports news. Welcome to the tribe!
New episodes every month.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on a multitude of sports topics, including major events like the Super Bowl, the Australian Open, and the Olympics, while providing insights into trends such as player transfers, competitions, and athlete recoveries. Episodes feature discussions like the impact of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, Lindsey Vonn's return to skiing, and India's cricket dynamics, offering listeners a rich exploration of sports narratives across continents.
No matter who you are, where you are or what your sport is, This Sporting Planet gives fans around the world their sporting fix.
Renowned broadcasters Natalie Sawyer (Sky Sports/talkSPORT) in the UK, Todd Harris (NBC) in the US, Edward Russell (Class 95/Fox Sports) & Colette Wong (CNBC/Fox Sports) in Singapore, Suhail Chandhok (Star Sports) in India & Kate Allman (NFL Flag/American Football Australia) in Australia explore the stories behind the sports, explaining not just what happened but why it happened.
With insights from journalists, guests, and athletes rooted in the regions where the events are taking place, This Sporting Planet leaves no stone unturned in its quest to take you behind the scenes of some of the most iconic sporting occasions.
From Europe to America, Asia to Africa, the Middle East, and Australia and New Zealand, This Sporting Planet is the home of global sports news. Welcome to the tribe!
New episodes every month.
This week, the spotlight is firmly on the highly anticipated Women’s Rugby World Cup in England!
Join your international hosts, Kate Allman (Australia), Natalie Sawyer (UK), and Todd Harris (USA), for a dynamic “world view of sport” on This Sporting Planet.
The team dives deep into all things rugby, discussing the Red Roses’ formidable unbeaten streak and the immense growth of women’s rugby globally. You’ll hear why this tournament is set to be bigger than ever, with increased attendance, commercial involvement, and a new generation of players making their mark.
In this episode:
🏆 Women’s Rugby World Cup Preview: Get the full rundown on the upcoming tournament, including the teams to watch, the surge in popularity of the women’s game, and what its growth means for the future of sport.
🇦🇺 Exclusive Interview with Piper Duck: We’re thrilled to be joined by Australian rugby sensation, Piper Duck, the Wallaroos’ youngest-ever captain. Piper shares insights from inside the Australian camp, discusses their World Cup preparations, and talks about the “golden generation” of female rugby players.
⭐ The Power of Influence: Hear about the massive impact of US rugby star Ilona Maher on and off the field, and how athletes are using their platforms to challenge perceptions.
⚽ 🎾 Club World Cup & Wimbledon Wrap-up: The hosts also tackle the Chelsea vs. PSG Club World Cup final and share their thoughts on the Wimbledon championships, including the dominance of Iga Świątek, the exciting men’s final, and the controversial introduction of robotic line judges.
Tune in to get unique perspectives from across the globe on the biggest stories in sport!
What are your predictions for the Women’s Rugby World Cup? Let us know in the comments!
00:00 – What’s Coming Up!
00:57 – Introduction
02:19 – FIFA Club World Cup Final Result
03:58 – The Impact of the FCWC
05:05 – Does the Club World Cup format really work?
06:49 – President Trump’s Appearance
07:08 – Wimbledon Results
07:53 – Anisimova’s Future Potential
08:56 – Świątek’s Domination
10:35 – Sinner Overcoming Alcaraz
12:13 – Is this the new Men’s Tennis Rivalry?
14:18 – Use of Technology at Wimbledon
16:52 – Wimbledon Nuances
19:12 – Women’s Rugby World Cup Preview
19:55 – Australian Perspective on WRWC
23:07 – Red Roses Hopes of Another Title
24:50 – USA’s Expectations and Illona Maher
26:51 – Introducing Piper Duck
27:56 – Australia Team Camp Update
29:14 – Going up against New Zealand
30:27 – Women’s Rugby in Australia
32:10 – Young Australian Talent
34:50 – Getting Out of the Group Stages
35:48 – The Growth of the Women’s Game
36:59 – Rugby 7s vs 15s
39:11 – The Influence of Illona Maher
41:13 – Moving Into A New Era of Women’s Sport
43:17 – Being an Amateur against Professionals
46:10 – The Duck Family
47:48 – Australia’s Chances in “The Pool of Death”
50:15 – New Zealand’s Rugby Obsession
51:23 – Coming up next time!
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