Life, Death and Sport

Libby Kosmala was a Paralympic shooter who competed at a remarkable 12 consecutive Paralympic Games from 1972 to 2016. She won 13 medals, including nine gold.

Libby was also responsible for introducing disabled parking permits in south Australia

Libby talks about her incredible story, including what it was like growing up disabled, building a career and then having children as a paraplegic.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Jim Wilson has been one of Australia's best known sports reporters and presenters over a career that has spanned more than 28 years, recently taking the coveted drive time presenter role with 2GB radio in Sydney.

Jim has achieved just about everything in media, while also dealing with family heartbreak. He lost his six year old son to brain cancer, while his sister, Bec, also a well-known journalist, lost her life to breast cancer at the age of 54. The next phase of Jim's career is about the legacies of his loved ones.

Jim shares his story with Robbie on Life, Death and Sport.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Josh Green is an athlete with an incredible story. Now aiming for a shot at the big time in the NFL, Josh started pursuing Aussie Rules football. But at 17, Josh's mum passed away after succumbing to a brain tumour. He then battled depressed and quit footy.

Josh then took up basketball and got the opportunity to play in the US college system. But he still didn't quite find his fit. Josh gave up basketball on a whim to pursue an NFL career, creating plenty of interest as a fast and strong punter, and helping is college, Laney in California, win a championship. His first season is documented in the Last Season U show on Netflix.

Josh shares his amazing story, insights and lessons learned on the journey so far.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Adam Peacock is a prominent sports presenter and reporter, currently with Fox Sports. He opens about the challenges faced by his daughter, who has Junior Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and also talks about raising teenagers as well as his own teenage years.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

The conversation continues with NBL veteran Tim Coenraad. After talking about miscarriages and struggling to start a family in Part 1, Tim now opens up about his journey to foster children - the joy, the legal battles, the heartbreak and the learnings - and the long road to becoming a Dad.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Tim Coenraad is an NBL veteran, playing basketball with the Hawks since 2009. While known for consistency and longevity on the court, Tim's biggest challenges have been away from the game.

In part 1 of this interview, Tim opens up about the incredibly hard road he and his wife have taken to start a family, including miscarriages, IVF and feeling completely helpless.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Andy Brennan was the first Australian footballer to come out as gay. He shares his story and talks about how his sexuality and sport mix in Australian culture, the challenges of being a pioneer and becoming a voice for the LBGQT community.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Being an AFL footballer comes with pressure, but Matthew Wright was secretly carrying more burdens than most through his 159 game career with the Crows and the Blues.

This interview covers rare territory for a male athlete, as Matthew opens up about dealing with IVF, a miscarriage, grief and keeping it all secret from his football club.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Former Matildas captain and goalkeeper Melissa Barbieri talks about facing physical challenges including endometriosis, gallbladder attacks and IVF.

She also opens up about many taboo topics including periods, body issues and what really goes on in the women's change rooms.

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite

Dr Craig Duncan is one of Australia's leading sports scientists who faced a near death experience that completely changed his life.

Craig shares his story and what he learned, and also talks about your death bed scorecard, his dogs and much more!

The podcast:

Life, Death and Sport is the podcast that reveals sport's rarely told stories of heartbreak, healing and hope, shining a light on the real and raw issues that are so often kept in the dark.

Former professional footballer Robbie Cornthwaite interviews athletes and sporting professionals who have dealt with death, grief, depression and family challenges, while also trying to navigate the unique, high pressure environment of elite sport. They share real, raw and inspiring conversations.

Connect with Robbie Cornthwaite:

Twitter - @robcornthwaite

Instagram - robbiecornthwaite