The AFL's investigation of the Izak Rankine homophobic slur allegations has the capacity for far-reaching on-field consequences. However, the off-field impact could be even bigger. Is this the moment the industry shifts? Featured: Corbin Middlemas, AFL commentator, ABC Sport.

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So, you've decided to run a marathon... you might be one of the MANY competitors tackling Sydney and Melbourne in coming weeks and you might have done plenty of training, but you're still a little daunted. We've got you sorted. Olympian Jess Stenson is playing communal coach for us. We asked our audience for any questions they might have ahead of the big impending races. You asked us about mindset, fuel, dealing with injury and preparation and we've asked Jess to share her wisdom. Featured: Jess Stenson, Olympic marathoner. 

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The Penrith/Melbourne rivalry delivered a win for the Storm, controversy for officials, frustration for the Panthers and lessons for both teams and other premiership contenders. In the AFL, the Fyfe farewell tour has commenced and in some ways so has finals, because there is a raft of teams who must win this weekend. PLUS, Taylor Swift, Denzel Washington and a baby named 'Golden' feature in soundbites. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL journalist, ABC Sport. Ben Cameron, AFL caller, ABC Sport. 

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Everyone wants to believe they can win, but the reality is that there can be just one. Now is not the time for realism; that comes in week two. In this episode, we dig into key storylines to ask what we might see in the next Premier League season. Is it the start of a new era or the end of an old one for Man City? Will Chelsea's insane wage bill pay dividends? Can Liverpool go back to back? Ange is gone from Tottenham, how will journalists cope without the verbal jibes? Is Arsenal destined for another bridesmaid dress/groomsman suit? Let's find out. Featured: Rich Bayliss, football reporter. 

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When Gillon McLachlan had to lock out fans from the first ever AFLW game, it signalled the arrival of a movement. Marnie Vinall has spoken to key players from Carlton and Collingwood about the watershed moment and explains how plenty has changed, but maybe not the way we expected. This is the inside story of an iconic AFLW moment on the eve of the next season. Featured: Marnie Vinall, AFLW journalist, ABC Sport.

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When sex toys started being thrown onto WNBA courts across America we assumed this was some base level misogyny. What we didn't expect is that it might also be tied to a meme coin in the murky world of crypto. Featured: Ben Pickham, journalist The Athletic/NY Times. 

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In 2022 Western United won the A-League in just their third season. It was a victory not only for the club's small fan base but also for the competition's expansion play. Three years later and the club has had its licence stripped. How did it go so wrong and can they find a way to survive? Featured: Vince Rugari, soccer writer, The Age.

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BONUS: This week we spoke to Mark Schwarzer the day he was unveiled as joining Sport Australia's Hall of Fame. The interview was too long for our normal format, but it was too good to leave on the cutting room floor. SO, we've decided to give you the whole thing unedited here. Please enjoy Mark's ruminations on his amazing career, the state of the game and the future of the sport at home and abroad. Featured: Mark Schwarzer, Socceroos legend.

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There is a season in decline and there is one that's unravelling. Collingwood is getting close to the later after its fourth loss in five weeks. Why is this happening and how do they arrest the trajectory? Mick Malthouse joins us to share his wisdom. The ex-Collingwood premiership winner then explains why Melbourne need a proven coach and tips his hat to Carlton's board. PLUS, we try to understand the scope of the injury damage at Brisbane and forecast two huge Saturday clashes in the NRL. Featured: Mick Malthouse, ex-Collingwood premiership coach. Zac Bailey, NRL reporter, Channel Nine. 

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The Socceroos' 2005 World Cup qualifier win over Uruguay is arguably Australia's greatest sports moment. Mark Schwarzer was at the centre of it and has just been named to Sports Australia's Hall of Fame. The goalkeeper gives us some vivid recollections from his playing days before expanding on the challenges this generation is facing. The double-edged sword of the creation of the A-League, the changing face of the game and much more.  Featured: Mark Schwarzer, Socceroos legend. 

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