This Sporting Planet

Kate Allman is joined by Australian Netball legend Caitlin Bassett for a candid discussion about the mental toll of leaving elite sport. Unlike the fairytale endings we often see, Caitlin describes her retirement as being "made redundant." She opens up about the shame of not being offered a contract, the difficulty of finding an identity outside of netball, and the "toxic" habits she had to unlear...

Natalie Sawyer (UK) is joined by former Tottenham, Liverpool, and Sierra Leone defender Steven Caulker for a raw and revealing conversation about life after the final whistle. Steven discusses his recent retirement, the mental toll of a 17-year career, and his previous battles with gambling and alcohol addiction. He opens up about the "backlash" he faced from the footballing world when he first we...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, the world's view of sport! 🌍 The world of sport is evolving at an unprecedented, accelerating pace due to the massive technological effect of smartphones, AI, and the ascent of streaming 🤯 Former ESPN digital and media executive John Kosner joins the podcast for a discussion with Todd around the "State of Sport," analysing the forces reshaping the game for athlet...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, the world's view of sport!   Join your hosts Todd Harris (USA), Natalie Sawyer (UK), and Edward Russell (Singapore) as they discuss the growth of player power around the globe and ask a crucial question – is it good or bad for the future of sport?   Billionaire athletes: Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first active footballer to achieve a net worth of $1 billion....

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Edward Russell (Singapore), and Todd Harris (USA) celebrate England's Rugby World Cup victory and dive into the growing global phenomenon of women's sport. We are joined by exclusive guest and World Cup winner Abbie Ward to go inside the victorious Red Roses...

Natalie Sawyer is joined by Red Roses star Abbie Ward to reflect on the team's phenomenal World Cup victory and the absolute whirlwind of the past few weeks. Abbie shares an inside look at the championship celebrations and the deep bond that defines this history-making squad, and how she juggles being a professional rugby player and a mother! 🏆 The World Cup Final Experience: Abbie describes the...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, the world's view of sport! In this episode, Natalie Sawyer (UK) chats with former Ryder Cup winner as both a player and vice-captain Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) about his career and his role in the legendary Miracle of Medinah in 2012! They also chat about the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. They discuss: The honour of playing in the Ryder Cup: Colsaerts desc...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Todd Harris (USA) and Natalie Sawyer (UK) preview one of the biggest and most unique rivalries in sport: the Ryder Cup! We're joined by two exclusive guests: Nicolas Colsaerts, a member of the 2012 "Miracle of Medinah" team, and US-based golf broadcaster Carl Paulson, to get a c...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Todd Harris (USA) and Kate Allman (Australia) are joined by NFL broadcaster and author Anthony Wootton to dive into the start of the new NFL season. They review Week 1's thrilling action, debate Canada's NFL conundrum, and reflect on the latest chapter of the Alcaraz-Sinner riva...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ The football summer transfer window has slammed shut after a record-breaking period of spending. In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Edward Russell (Singapore), and our newest addition, Carol Tshabalala (South Africa), get an expert take from European football analyst Kevin Hatchard. They dive...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View on Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this second and final part of our "Best Bits" series, our hosts Edward Russell (Singapore), Natalie Sawyer (UK), and Todd Harris (USA) look back on some of the most memorable conversations from the last few months. This episode features highlights on: Mental Health in Elite Sport: A powerful look into...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ Join your hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Edward Russell (Singapore), and Todd Harris (USA) as they look back at some of the best conversations from the last few months in this first of a two-part "Best Bits" series. They revisit some of the biggest stories in the world, including: Tennis's New Era: With the U...

This Sporting Planet brings you 'The World's View on Sport'. In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (Europe), Edward Russell (Asia), and Todd Harris (USA) preview the US Open. From the next great men's rivalry, the wide-open women's field, to a controversial new Mixed Doubles format, plus why mental health is so important in professional tennis. Lots to discuss and plenty of opinions from acros...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Todd Harris (USA), and Edward Russell (Asia) kick things off by celebrating England's historic Euro 2025 victory. Then, we're joined by Premier League legend Shaka Hislop for the ultimate season preview of the men's game. Here is a breakdown of the main topi...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Kate Allman (Australia), Natalie Sawyer (UK), and Todd Harris (USA) tee up the AIG Women's Open at Royal Porthcawl! We also get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the tournament from LPGA caddie Harry Ewing. The team celebrates Australia's recent major success, debates outd...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Todd Harris (USA), and Kate Allman (Australia) wrap up the Club World Cup and Wimbledon before shifting the spotlight to the highly anticipated Women's Rugby World Cup. We're also thrilled to be joined by Australian rugby star Piper Duck to get an exclusive...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Todd Harris (USA), and Edward Russell (Singapore) preview Men's golf's oldest major, The Open at Royal Portrush! We also sit down for a profoundly honest interview with golfer Chris Wood about his battles with mental health and the unique pressures of elite-...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this electrifying episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Todd Harris (USA), and Edward Russell (Singapore) crisscross the globe to cover the biggest stories. We celebrate the OKC Thunder's first-ever championship, discuss the future of the WNBA, and preview the World Aquatics Championships in Singapor...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Suhail Chandhok (India), and Kate Allman (Australia) preview the Wimbledon Championships! We celebrate the new era of men's tennis, discuss the unpredictable women's draw, and are joined by wheelchair tennis champion Diede de Groot. The team dives deep into...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this special bonus episode, host Suhail Chandhok (India) sits down with cricketing royalty Sir Andrew Strauss (UK) for a wide-ranging discussion on the game. They preview the highly anticipated India vs. England Test series and discuss the future of the sport as a whole. Here is a breakdown of the main...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Kate Allman (Australia), and Suhail Chandhok (India) dive into rugby's biggest debates. Wallaby legend Ben Alexander joins us to preview the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia and discuss the future of the sport as a whole. Here is a breakdown of the ma...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Edward Russell (Singapore), and Todd Harris (USA) dive into the biggest stories from the football season. We celebrate the men's and women's Champions League winners and preview the new, expanded FIFA Club World Cup. We also mark a significant milestone: joi...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this episode, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Edward Russell (Singapore), Todd Harris (USA), and Suhail Chandhok (India) dive into the biggest stories from the tennis world. We preview the European Grand Slams and get an exclusive take from tennis legend Mark Woodforde. The team also analyzes the viral...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this special bonus episode, host Colette Wong (Singapore) sits down with sports journalist, cricket commentator, and producer Annesha Ghosh (India) for an in-depth discussion on the state of women's cricket. They cover the rise of the game in India, the upcoming World Cup, and the role of the Women's P...

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ In this women's sport special, our hosts Natalie Sawyer (UK), Kate Allman (Australia), and Colette Wong (Singapore) highlight the most exciting stories from around the world. An all-star lineup of guests joins us to discuss the growth, challenges, and future of female athletes. Hear exclusive interviews w...