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The Female Athlete Project
Women's Sports
Olympics
Australia
Wallaroos
Matildas
AFLW
Women's Rugby
Mental Health
Paralympics
NRLW
Women's Rugby World Cup
Netball
WNBA
Women's Football
WNBL
Women's Super League
Olympic Games
Online Harassment
Social Media
Cricket

One day, female athletes will be recognised by their achievements, not by their gender. Until then, we'll keep sharing the stories of epic Aussie female athletes. Join Olympic Gold Medallist, Chloe Dalton, as she chats with World Champions, fellow Olympians, and athletes at the top of their game. Listen to our weekly episodes of the wrap - news and highlights about women's sports news.

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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 replica... more

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 young... more

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... more

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 captai... more

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Recent Guests

Erin Cuthbert
Chelsea Women's player, Chelsea legend, international standout
Chelsea Football Club
Episode: We Are Chelsea x The Female Athlete Project LIVE
Sonia Bompastor
Chelsea Women's Head Coach
Chelsea Football Club
Episode: We Are Chelsea x The Female Athlete Project LIVE
Bridie O'Donnell
Former professional cyclist and broadcaster
Episode: how bridie o’donnell turned a viral blog into her pathway to mainstream sports commentary
Ellie Carpenter
Professional footballer, Chelsea FC and Matildas player
Chelsea FC
Episode: ellie carpenter on her return to australia and the early days playing soccer with her brother
Claudia Hollingsworth
Australian middle-distance runner
Australia
Episode: claudia hollingsworth on running her own race, surviving pressure from a young age and breaking track records for fun.
Sarah Neill
Founder of Hustle Media, former digital/media manager for NRL clubs
Hustle Media
Episode: beyond the game: meet hustle media director sarah neill
Lizzy Machan
Exercise physiologist and nutritionist, senior lecturer and researcher
University of Sydney
Episode: beyond the game: meet exercise physiologist lizzy machan
Fatima Walsh
Sports event manager at Venues Live
Venues Live
Episode: beyond the game: meet event manager fatima walsh
Kris Dun
Sports psychologist
Australian Institute of Sport
Episode: beyond the game: meet sports psychologist kris dun

Hosts

Bez
Co-host, regular on the show
Chloe Dalton
Host of The Wrap; Host of The Female Athlete Project; Olympic Gold Medallist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 482 ratings
  • Sports convert

    Thanks to a soccer playing daughter I’m a recent sports convert. Love this podcast, find every athlete interview fascinating - even as a non sporty person. Keep fighting the good fight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clairsy T
    Australia6 months ago
  • Huge Chloe fan

    I love sport, Rugby Union in particular. I remember watching Chloe in the 7s at Rio and marvelling at her athleticism. Being from North Queensland, I had never really watched AFL, but when she made the switch, I started watching it, I still don’t watch much AFL, but I do watch most AFLW matches. My wife bought me her book Girls Play Sport, and 🤯mind blown, she is not just an incredible athlete, but also an incredible scholar with so much insight and experience on how to grow and market women’s ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stevehedger
    Australia2 years ago
  • You’re a tautology

    If you love to hear about the progress of woman’s sport, and things that need to be called out when they’re not good enough, you’ll get everything you need with this pod and more. The chemistry between Chole and Bez would have me listening even if they were just shooting the breeze. So much joy and positivity and comebacks like the title of this review have me continuously rewinding to remind myself what was being discussed as these two are just so engaging that I’ve get so engrossed in a tangen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brownie#33
    Australia2 years ago
  • Smart inspiring and funny!

    Love this podcast, it is evidence based and entertaining. It gives me a much better appreciation of women’s sport and shares great approaches to life in general.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #1rower
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great podcast with inspiring stories

    I love the interviews with incredible, high performing, dedicated women in sport. Their stories are inspiring to so many, and their commitment to the sport of choice is admirable.

    Wel done to Chloe and the team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tila 🐶🤪
    Australia2 years ago

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Sports content is highly engaging and inspirational with a focus on women in sport.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

We Are Chelsea x The Female Athlete Project LIVE
Q: Where do you see the next level of growth for Women's Football?
Growth will come from investing in the women's game, advancing scientific and physiological understanding, and expanding opportunities so athletes can perform at the highest level while engaging fans worldwide.
west coast fever captain brutally snubbed and trial rule changes for the wnbl
Q: What is the broader takeaway from the cycling controversy and the new inspections before time trials?
The episode framed it as a reactive policing move to address marginal gains strategies, raising questions about privacy and the optics of enforcement while acknowledging the sport's record viewership and the need to preserve fairness.
west coast fever captain brutally snubbed and trial rule changes for the wnbl
Q: What are the six potential rule trials being considered for the WNBL at the Townsville preseason?
They discussed six options aimed at speeding up play and boosting fan engagement, including a single free throw worth multiple points for fouls, rolling substitutions, and player-led timeouts, with some potentially fast-tracked into the official season.
claudia hollingsworth on running her own race, surviving pressure from a young age and breaking track records for fun.
Q: How do you deal with nerves and the head noise before big races?
She explains channeling nerves into energy, the importance of seeing nerves as care and motivation, and learning to harness them with a positive mindset.
claudia hollingsworth on running her own race, surviving pressure from a young age and breaking track records for fun.
Q: What was it like racing the national championships and building confidence to beat rivals?
She describes learning to race the race in front of her rather than focusing on rivals, using strategy and teamwork to navigate a stacked field.

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The group focuses on celebrating and examining women's sport across multiple disciplines, with many episodes centered on high-performance athletes, coaching insights, and the business and visibility of female athletics. Conversations often blend personal journeys, leadership and team dynamics, and practical takeaways for athletes, professionals in sports media, and aspiring guests. A notable angle is the emphasis on career progression beyond competing—covering media, governance, sleep and wellbeing, and the broader ecosystem supporting women in sport. The format often combines in-depth interviews with timely weekly news and highlights, offering both inspiration and actionable ideas for listeners and potential guests alike.

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1. Erin Cuthbert
2. Sonia Bompastor
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4. Ellie Carpenter
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6. Sarah Neill
7. Lizzy Machan
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