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The Female Athlete Project
Women's Sports
Olympics
Wallaroos
Australia
Matildas
AFLW
Women's Rugby
Mental Health
Paralympics
NRLW
Women's Rugby World Cup
Netball
WNBA
WNBL
Women's Super League
Women's Football
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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Growing up, Sarah Neill was a self-described shy little kid.

But working in sport changed that. And now she helps tell some of the biggest stories in Australian sport, every single day.

From working at two of the biggest clubs in Rugby League whe... 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: Rhiannan Iffland has equalled the all-time record for Red Bull Cliff Diving V... more

THE NEXT is a monthly podcast from The Female Athlete Project.

Each episode, futurist and former athlete Reanna Browne joins Chloe and Bez to explore what’s changing in women’s sport, before it hits the headlines.

We shine a light on the pockets ... 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: Serena is SO BACK, the Adelaide Thunderbirds are through to the Super Netball... more

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Recent Guests

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
Emma Lawrence
Sports journalist and commentator for Channel Nine and Triple M
Nine Network, Fox Sports, Triple M
Episode: beyond the game: meet sports journalist + commentator emma lawrence
Reanna Browne
Futurist and former athlete
Episode: the next: welcome to the internet era of women's community sport
Tameka Yallop
Matildas and Brisbane Roar legend
Brisbane Roar/Matildas
Episode: tameka yallop's journey to becoming the brisbane roar's most-capped womens player
Tamika Yallop
Matilda Tamika Yallop, introduced as a guest they admire for her approach
Matildas / Australian rugby
Episode: maddi levi moves to second on the rugby sevens all-time scorers list 🏉
Desi Miller
Wallaroos winger, athlete and scleroderma ambassador
Wallaroos / Australian rugby
Episode: from dancing at disneyland to the rugby world cup with wallaroos winger desiree miller
Jaime Chapman
NRLW star, Rockwear ambassador
NRLW, Rockwear
Episode: keeping things in perspective with nrlw star jaime chapman

Hosts

Chloe Dalton
Host of the show with a background as an Olympic athlete and broadcaster; leads interviews and weekly news wrap.
Sophie Norris
Host and producer, co-leading conversations and production
Bez
Co-host and commentator, contributes to wrap segments and interviews

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 480 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
    Australia5 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
    Australiaa year 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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Guests are high-caliber athletes offering diverse perspectives.
Energetic hosts with thoughtful, well-researched interviews.

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the next: is women's sport getting better or just bigger?
Q: What would constitute genuine progress for players beyond visibility?
True progress involves stronger minimum salaries, pregnancy policies, travel standards, and transparent collective bargaining agreements that raise the floor for all athletes, not just a few top earners.
the next: is women's sport getting better or just bigger?
Q: What role do government and state-backed investments play in shaping women's sport?
State funding and sovereign wealth are increasingly shaping both participation programs and elite leagues, often underpinning new calendars and global competitions, with implications for control, calendars, and how money flows.
how eight-time grand slam finalist casey dellacqua learnt to love losing
Q: What has post-retirement life been like, especially moving into commentary and leadership roles for women and girls in tennis?
The shift has been about applying my on-court experiences to mentoring and advocacy, using media to share authentic insights while driving programs that expand opportunities for women and girls.
how eight-time grand slam finalist casey dellacqua learnt to love losing
Q: How did you transition from being a solo athlete to building a strong team around you?
I realized tennis is not just an individual sport; the longer I played, the more I leaned on trusted coaches and teammates, which helped sustain performance and longevity.
how eight-time grand slam finalist casey dellacqua learnt to love losing
Q: What was that first Australian Open wild card experience like for you as a youngster?
It felt like a dream realized, a taste of the big stage that confirmed the path ahead, even though the result wasn't a win, it showed how exposure builds desire and resilience.

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This show centers on high-achieving female athletes across a range of sports, with a strong emphasis on career journeys, leadership, and advocacy. Episodes blend in-depth interviews with timely news and analysis about women's sport, spotlightting milestones, representation, and the evolving economics of female athletics. A notable strength is the mix of personal storytelling (parenting, motherhood, cross-code transitions) with broader industry context, making it useful for brands seeking authentic athlete-led narratives and for listeners who want practical insights into how women compete, lead, and innovate in sport. A unique angle is the ongoing coverage of governance, sponsorship, and media dynamics shaping women's sport, not just competi... more

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