The Howie Games

A global footballer, a leader, and unapologetically himself. Vice-captain of Australia, and yes… the coolest Socceroo there is. Beneath the style is a story built on dedication, sacrifice, and an unshakeable belief in the dream.

From kicking a ball around Rowville, to packing his life at 16 and heading to Scotland with no guarantees, this is a journey of pure intent. Irvine opens up on the mindset that carried him from suburban Melbourne to Europe, the brutal realities of professional football, and the moments that tested everything, including turning down generational money, the loneliness of lockdown training in a park, and fighting his way back when the game almost slipped away.

There’s stories from Celtic to St. Pauli, from Hamburg streets to the World Cup. From local footy nostalgia to standing across from greatness like Lionel Messi. It’s about ownership. It’s about resilience. And it’s about building a life bigger than the game itself, through culture, community, and connection.

For the next generation, this one hits deep, what you can control, what you can’t, and how consistency, effort, and self-belief stack up over time.

This special episode of The Howie Games, powered by Powerade, is all about fuelling your journey, on and off the field. Because as Jacko shows, greatness isn’t given, it’s built.

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A global footballer, a leader, and unapologetically himself. Vice-captain of Australia, and yes… the coolest Socceroo there is. Beneath the style is a story built on dedication, sacrifice, and an unshakeable belief in the dream.

From kicking a ball around Rowville, to packing his life at 16 and heading to Scotland with no guarantees, this is a journey of pure intent. Irvine opens up on the mindset that carried him from suburban Melbourne to Europe, the brutal realities of professional football, and the moments that tested everything, including turning down generational money, the loneliness of lockdown training in a park, and fighting his way back when the game almost slipped away.

There’s stories from Celtic to St. Pauli, from Hamburg streets to the World Cup. From local footy nostalgia to standing across from greatness like Lionel Messi. It’s about ownership. It’s about resilience. And it’s about building a life bigger than the game itself, through culture, community, and connection.

For the next generation, this one hits deep, what you can control, what you can’t, and how consistency, effort, and self-belief stack up over time.

This special episode of The Howie Games, powered by Powerade, is all about fuelling your journey, on and off the field. Because as Jacko shows, greatness isn’t given, it’s built.

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The Howie Games presents a special new series. 

Pendlebury Diaries is built from personal, real time voice notes exchanged between Scott Pendlebury and Mark Howard, tracking the weeks and months leading into his record-breaking AFL game. Early mornings, training, recovery, mindset, family, a fourth Anzac Day Medal as it unfolds and even Collingwood boardroom insights - the stuff that usually stays behind closed doors.

Episode 1 goes inside the mind of Scott Pendlebury as he chases history. From the heartbreak of tearing his calf in the prelim and the “worst tasting beer in history”, to being back in the home gym at 6.30am the Monday after the Lions won the Premiership and already preparing for 2026, Pendles opens up like never before.

There’s honest insight into contract talks, the grind of pre-season, injury setbacks, watching helplessly from home, and the mindset that has driven one of the game’s greatest careers. Raw, reflective and relentlessly driven, this is the setup to the record chase.

To mark the historic milestone in history, Elite Estate Wine proudly presents the SP433 Record Breaker Pinot Noir – a limited-edition celebrating Scott Pendlebury as he surpasses the all-time games record. Get in and get a bottle today!

It's all building toward one moment: Game 433.

• Episode 1 - May 8 - Ah F****
• Episode 2 - May 15 - The Man In The Arena
• Episode 3 - May 22 - The Build Up
• Episode 4 - May 25 - The Record

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Footballer. Thinker. Traveller. DJ. Proper vibe.

Born in Melbourne, built in Europe, and now leading from the front as a true leader of the Socceroos, and that’s just the surface. 

He’s equal parts old-school football romantic and modern-day citizen of the world. So, before the full story. Enjoy the quirks. The interests. The curveballs. The stuff that makes Jackson Irvine, Jackson Irvine.

Settle in… this is Jackson Irvine.

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A different kind of Howie Games episode. 

An honest, straight-up travel diary through South Africa and the wild landscapes of Namibia, packed with stories, lessons, travel hacks, and a few hard-earned mistakes along the way. From planning the trip to navigating a place of real consequence, it’s all laid bare.

How to fly, where to stay, what to see... with some VERY special guests, this one’s as personal as it gets...  and at its core, it’s about inspiring you to get out there and try something a little different.

Let me know what you think!

Peace and love, and happy and safe travels!

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The former Socceroos coach walked into the unknown… and emerged a national hero in Iraq. The details behind this extraordinary World Cup qualifying journey will take your breath away. 

If you haven't, take a listen to Arnie’s full story back on Episode 221, the grit, the setbacks, the relentless belief. But what has unfolded since is something else entirely. 

At the helm of Iraq national football team, Arnold has guided a nation of 46 million people to their first World Cup appearance in 40-years. It’s been a journey that’s had everything: chaos, courage, pressure, pride… and moments that were as frightening as they were inspiring.

This is the story of the Lions of Mesopotamia rising again. Now, it's time for the group of excitement at the World Cup. 

This story already sits among the most extraordinary in world sport, and Graham Arnold isn't done yet!

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The former Socceroos coach walked into the unknown… and emerged a national hero in Iraq. The details behind this extraordinary World Cup qualifying journey will take your breath away. 

If you haven't, take a listen to Arnie’s full story back on Episode 221, the grit, the setbacks, the relentless belief. But what has unfolded since is something else entirely. 

At the helm of Iraq national football team, Arnold has guided a nation of 46 million people to their first World Cup appearance in 40-years. It’s been a journey that’s had everything: chaos, courage, pressure, pride… and moments that were as frightening as they were inspiring.

This is the story of the Lions of Mesopotamia rising again. Now, it's time for the group of excitement at the World Cup. 

This story already sits among the most extraordinary in world sport, and Graham Arnold isn't done yet!

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Follow the Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ 

Follow the Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames 

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A different kind of Howie Games episode. 

An honest, straight-up travel diary through South Africa and the wild landscapes of Namibia, packed with stories, lessons, travel hacks, and a few hard-earned mistakes along the way. From planning the trip to navigating a place of real consequence, it’s all laid bare.

How to fly, where to stay, what to see... with some VERY special guests, this one’s as personal as it gets...  and at its core, it’s about inspiring you to get out there and try something a little different.

Let me know what you think!

Peace and love, and happy and safe travels!

*** 

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A story of dreams, nightmares, anguish and redemption... 

Koby Stevens played 91 AFL games spanning the West Coast Eagles, Western Bulldogs and St Kilda... his career came to a premature end after a 15th concussion. 

The way he details the moment his childhood dreams were ripped from him, and the fear of an invisible injury for a professional athlete is admirable, inspiring and bloody scary, all in one. 

His drive to re-find his own purpose, uncover his brain injury, commit to his rehabilitation and recovery is as moving as anything we have heard on the show. Not to mention his passion of story telling and film making... 

This story will change and save lives. You don't always need a Premiership or a Gold Medal to show how powerful you are. 

Thanks Kobe. 

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A story of dreams, nightmares, anguish and redemption... 

Koby Stevens played 91 AFL games spanning the West Coast Eagles, Western Bulldogs and St Kilda... his career came to a premature end after a 15th concussion. 

The way he details the moments his childhood dreams were ripped from him, and the fear of an invisible injury for a professional athlete is admirable, inspiring and bloody scary, all in one. 

His drive to re-find his own purpose, uncover his brain injury, commit to his rehabilitation and recovery is as moving as anything we have heard on the show. Not to mention his passion of story telling and film making... 

This story will change and save lives. You don't always need a Premiership or a Gold Medal to show how powerful you are. 

Thanks Kobe. 

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