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The Game Changers

Sue Anstiss

Sport has the power to transform people’s lives, both on and off the field and women's sport has the extra ability to knock down barriers and challenge the status quo. The Game Changers podcast will give you the chance to sit down with some of the biggest names in women’s sport as they talk frankly about their historic careers, what drives them and how they’ve dealt with some of the toughest challenges they’ve faced. You may be surprised at what you hear – you’ll certainly be inspired. You can find out more at https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangers The Game Changers podcast: Fearless Women in Sport

Kelly Cates - Maintaining a career at the forefront of football broadcasting

Kelly Cates is an award-winning broadcaster who has successfully fronted sports reporting for two decades. As the eldest child of former Liverpool player and manager, Sir Kenny Dalglish, Kelly shares how she has had fight for acceptance within the industry, the journey of Sky Sports News from infancy to roaring success, her feelings upon hearing the Hillsborough verdict and and the stigma she has faced as a women at the forefront of football.

May 11, 2021

46 min

Fara Williams: Extraordinary success in the face of adversity

With 172 appearances for her country, Fara Williams is the most capped player in the history of English football. Fara shares her experience of being homeless as a young player, and how she went on to have an extraordinary 20-year career. Fara talks about her plans for the future and her hopes for the future of the women's game, having recently announced her retirement from professional football. Find out more about The Game Changers here. Presented by Sue Anstiss

May 4, 2021

48 min

Lucy Bronze: Overcoming obstacles to become the best in the world

One of the world's leading female professional players, Lucy Bronze was UEFA Women’s Player of the Year in 2019 and in 2020 was named The Best FIFA Women's Player. Having played in the US at at several British clubs including Man City, Lucy went on to spend three years in France at Olympique Lyonnais, Europe's most successful team. Lucy is now back playing for Manchester City and is Vice Captain of the Lionesses. Find out more about The Game Changers here. Presented by Sue Anstiss

Apr 20, 2021

36 min

Amanda Vandervort: How social media is a driving force for fans of women's sport

Chief Women's Football Officer at FIFPRO, the global football players' union, Amanda is a soccer player, coach and data-driven marketer. Her previous roles include Vice President of Fan Engagement at Major League Soccer (MLS) and President of United Soccer. Find out more about The Game Changers here Presented by Sue Anstiss

Apr 13, 2021

55 min

Maria Bobenrieth: How active girls can transform communities

Maria is Executive Director of Women Win, an organisation that leverages the power of sport to equip adolescent girls and young women to exercise their rights. A former Global Director of Community Investments at Nike, Maria championed sports and play as a powerful tool for social change.

Apr 6, 2021

48 min

Jess Fishlock: How female athletes are using their platform for social justice

Professional footballer Jess Fishlock has played in nine countries winning numerous accolades include a UEFA Women’s Champions League winners medal. Wales’ most capped footballer. Jess is the first player, male or female, to reach 100 caps for her country. Off the field Jess is a role model for the LGBTQ+ community. Find out more about The Game Changers here Presented by Sue Anstiss

Mar 30, 2021

49 min

Julie Welch: What makes a great football writer

Fleet Street's first female football writer, Julie Welch blazed a trail for women in sports media. An award-winning sportswriter for the Observer, Julie was the 'girl in the press box' for 15 years. Julie openly shares her observations around what makes a great sports journalist, sexism in sports reporting and how much more she's gone on to achieve in her 50's and 60's. Find out more about The Game Changers here Presented by Sue Anstiss

Mar 23, 2021

38 min

Manisha Tailor: How role models can inspire South Asian women in sport

The first South Asian woman to coach in men's professional football, Manisha started her career training as a primary headteacher. Motivated by her twin brother's mental health breakdown and her role as a young carer, Manisha made the move into grassroots football. She progressed through the game and was appointed as an academy coach at QPR. In 2017 she received an MBE for services to football and diversity in sport. Find out more about The Game Changers here Presented by Sue Anstiss

Mar 16, 2021

36 min

Dawn Scott: How we enhance the performance of elite female athletes

Shares her unconventional path to be becoming a sports scientist, her role in helping the US National Team win two World Cups and Olympic Gold and her hopes for the Lionesses at the next Euros and World Cup.

Mar 9, 2021

44 min

Jessica Creighton: How the media's lack of diversity drives her to do more

An award-winning broadcaster and journalist, Jessica has worked in the sports industry for over a decade, including for the BBC, BT Sport and TalkSPORT. Jessica now presents Sky Sports News and hosts the Women's Football Show on Sky. As a former football player, Jessica is committed to levelling the playing field and ensuring sport is accessible to marginalised communities. Her chat show B is for: Black gave unique insight into the lives and experiences of black and mixed race women in sport.

Mar 2, 2021

45 min