The Howie Games

"I said to the boys I don't want to die here" #TheHowieGames | From a kid growing up playing all sorts of sport, to a near-death experience in Afghanistan whilst serving his country, to Paralympic glory, Curtis McGrath is one seriously impressive customer.  In this episode, Curtis lifts the veil on what life is like in the modern Australian army. What training involves, how deployment works and what life was like on the ground in Afghanistan for foreign troops.  This is a humble man talking about mateship and courage, fear and pain, the spectre of death and the hope of life, and the benefits of never giving in…no matter how dire the situation may seem.  Curtis has a new book out called Blood, Sweat and Steel. It's phenomenal. You can pre-order now through Booktopia. - https://www.booktopia.com.au/blood-sweat-and-steel-curtis-mcgrath/book/9780733340789.html?source=pla&gclid=CjwKCAjwoP6LBhBlEiwAvCcthHSHS37d0fWAM-IwZzqSysUxfqm1owEhRIszEWxdGCmfB4DGRgkGJxoCp-YQAvD_BwE  ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | Curtis McGrath is a Veteran, a triple Paralympic gold medallist, and a man with a story that stopped me in my tracks.  Do not miss the full ep next week.  In the meantime, here’s his Player Profile including the Lord of the Rings, hanging with Prince Harry and Genghis Khan!  You can pre-order Curtis’s brilliant new book now through Booktopia, titled “Blood, Sweat and Steel”.  ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | In 1973, Tony Wheeler, alongside his wife Maureen, founded the enormously successful travel guide business, Lonely Planet. Since then, millions of budget travelers have used the guides to travel the globe.  With Australia and the world finally opening up again after covid, there’s no better time to have an episode based around travel, adventure, and the thrill of not knowing what’s around the next bend. Plus, some weird sporting events, and how to build a mega business starting with less than 20 bucks to your name.  Here's to a road less traveled with Tony Wheeler. ❤️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | In 1973, Tony Wheeler, alongside his wife Maureen, founded the enormously successful travel guide business, Lonely Planet. Since then, millions of budget travelers have used the guides to travel the globe.  With Australia and the world finally opening up again after covid, there’s no better time to have an episode based around travel, adventure, and the thrill of not knowing what’s around the next bend. Plus, some weird sporting events, and how to build a mega business starting with less than 20 bucks to your name.  Here's to a road less traveled with Tony Wheeler. ❤️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | Tony Wheeler, founder of travel guide business Lonely Planet, has got to be one of the most travelled blokes on the planet.  A perfect basis for a ripping player profile! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | Andy Lee is perfect for the Artist Series. One of Australia’s biggest media operators, Andy talks about what it takes to dominate radio, podcasting, and the telly, as well as how the Hamish and Andy juggernaut originally got rolling.  But just as cool, Andy is sport obsessed. His profile, his warmth, and the fact that he is a ripping fella, has opened the door for Andy to experience all sorts of wonderful moments with high-profile athletes and teams. The type of opportunities the average sports fan can only dream about. ❤️ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | Andy Lee is perfect for the Artist Series. One of Australia’s biggest media operators, Andy talks about what it takes to dominate radio, podcasting, and the telly, as well as how the Hamish and Andy juggernaut originally got rolling.  But just as cool, Andy is sport obsessed. His profile, his warmth, and the fact that he is a ripping fella, has opened the door for Andy to experience all sorts of wonderful moments with high-profile athletes and teams. The type of opportunities the average sports fan can only dream about. ❤️ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | Andy Lee on The Dukes of Hazard, Dustin Johnson, Pocket Trumpets, and a mighty fine Nissan Pintara!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | At just 20 years of age, Stephanie Rice stunned the world with three gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She was a global star. This is a story about what it takes to dominate an Olympic Games, both physically and mentally, then how to adjust to the fact your athletic career is finished at an age where most people are only making their way in life. What comes next? Full of lessons and laughs, this will get you up and about. ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TheHowieGames | At just 20 years of age, Stephanie Rice stunned the world with three gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She was a global star. This is a story about what it takes to dominate an Olympic Games, both physically and mentally, then how to adjust to the fact your athletic career is finished at an age where most people are only making their way in life. What comes next? Full of lessons and laughs, this will get you up and about. ❤️ ------------- Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.