In episode 226, Max chats with West Coast Eagles High Performance Manager Phil Merriman! Phil takes us inside his move from Fremantle over the off-season, why West Coast is one of the most exciting young groups in the AFL, and what it actually looks like to develop a large cohort of emerging talent all at once.From starting out in hockey, to being …

In episode 125, Max chats with West Coast Eagles Head of Development Jamie Maddocks! Jamie shares the expectations for the year ahead and what a successful 2026 looks like for the Eagles. We dive into the challenge of developing a large group of young players simultaneously, the role of storytelling in teaching high-performance habits, and why surr…

In episode 224, Max chats with the CEO of PGA Australia Gavin Kirkman!Gavin shares his journey from starting out in retail, to working at Royal Pines on the Gold Coast, and eventually stepping into the role of CEO of PGA Australia.We chat about the Australian PGA Championship, the upcoming Australian Open at Royal Melbourne, and the realities facin…

In episode 222, Max chats with Head of TGI Cricket Simon Auteri! Simon gives us a rare look inside the England camp, where he represents Head Coach Brendon McCullum, and shares the mindset that’s shaped England’s resurgence.He also reflects on his journey - from learning the ropes in Andy Murray’s management team during the tennis star’s rise, to l…

In episode 222, Eddy Cornes jumped on for a huge chat breaking down the AFL Trade Period and the opening week of the NBA season.We unpack the mechanics behind the failed Zach Merrett move to Hawthorn - Essendon’s media strategy, whether the Hawks should’ve given up more, and what it all means for both clubs.Plus, we talk Clayton Oliver’s situation,…

In episode 221, Max chats with Perth Wildcats GM Danny Mills! From starting out at the AIS, to playing college basketball and coaching in Italy, Danny’s career has spanned continents and cultures.He shared what it was like going from Europe to the NBA, earning a role with the Bakersfield Jam in the D League before joining the Philadelphia 76ers as …

In episode 220, Max chats with the AFL's Head of Officiating Stephen McBurney! We went deep on the laws of the game, umpire contact, holding the ball, and how to stay calm with 100,000 fans roaring behind you.Stephen shares how content he is with the current Brownlow Medal adjudication process, whether umpires could soon have access to stats, and h…

In episode 219, Max chats with North Queensland Cowboys Assistant Coach Justin Morgan! Justin takes us through his early playing days - including his “welcome to the NRL” moment and scoring a try on debut - before representing Wales at a Rugby League World Cup.From there, he shares the journey that took him to Europe, transitioning into coaching an…

In episode 218, Max chats with Geelong Cats President Grant McCabe! Grant takes us through his journey that bridges football, leadership, and high performance - both on and off the field.Growing up in Geelong before studying Aerospace Engineering, Grant went on to forge a remarkable corporate career with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), shaping his a…

In episode 217, Max chats with South East Melbourne Phoenix Owner Romie Chaudhari! Romie takes us through constantly moving around the US as a kid, to building a property empire in LA, and now leading one of the NBL’s most ambitious clubs.Romie opens up on how growing up moving around the US shaped an emotional detachment from his business ventures…

In episode 216, Max chats with New Zealand Breakers GM Dillon Boucher! Dillon takes us through how the Breakers are reconnecting with their origins - bringing back core Kiwi talent and redefining what it truly means to be a Breaker.We dive into his early playing days in the NZNBL, his time with the Breakers before being told he was no longer requir…

In episode 215, Max chats with GWS High Performance Boss Nick Poulos! Nick unpacks managing sore bodies, timing a run into finals, and building genuine trust and respect between players and the high-performance team.Nick’s story is one of the most incredible in Australian sport - from his early days as a rugby player and 400m runner, to coaching pr…

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In this episode of the Business Series, Max chats with Kai Bloomfield, founder of Trainstop, the modern way of recruiting athletes.Kai shares how his entrepreneurial mindset led to the creation of Trainstop, the process of turning an idea into a live app, and how they’re engaging younger athletes through camps and off-season training.From starting …

In episode 213, Max chats with Australian basketball star Angus Brandt! Angus takes us through building resilience, championships, and a potential NBL return. From starting out as a lanky kid dreaming of playing professionally, to the impact of coach Damian Cotter and the college offers that shaped his path, Angus opens up on the highs and setbacks…

In episode 212, Max chats with Former Melbourne and Fremantle CEO Cameron Schwab! Cam takes us through growing up around his late father Alan, listening to the legendary conversations of Tom Hafey and Ron Barassi, to walking into the Melbourne Football Club at just 18 and instantly earning Ron’s respect, Cam’s story is remarkable.He breaks down bec…

In episode 211, Max chats with Executive GM BBL Alistair Dobson! Alistair takes us through all the talking points ahead of the biggest season in league history.We dive into one of the hottest topics in Australian cricket - the proposed privatisation of the BBL, with a potential plan to sell 49% of teams to investors including IPL owners.Alistair al…

In episode 210, Max chats with Legendary NBA Skills Trainer Phil Beckner! Phil takes us inside what it truly takes to be great. From growing up in a broken home to finding the one person who believed in him, to training Damian Lillard for 15 years, Phil’s journey is proof of resilience and relentless standards.At the core of his philosophy are two …

In episode 209, Max chats with Australian Boomers Legend Daniel Kickert! Daniel takes us through striving for excellence, trusting the process, and building a championship culture with the Sydney Kings.From starting out at the AIS alongside Damian Martin, to being recruited by basketball powerhouse Saint Mary’s College, Dan made a seamless transiti…

In episode 208, Max chats with legendary high performance director Andrew Russell! Andrew takes us through starting out at Essendon working with James Hird and Matthew Lloyd - including helping Hird return to his best and leading to a premiership. At just 23 years old, he built trust with senior players, a foundation that would shape the rest of hi…

In episode 207, Max chats with The Age's Marc McGowan! Marc clears the air on last week’s Footy Classified feedback. We dive into what it really takes to get a “10” from Marc, his journey from Star News Group to footy in the NT and the AFL, and his insights on always planning your next move. We also break down whether Essendon let Jordan Ridley go,…

In episode 206, Max chats with Essendon Bombers President David Barham! David takes us through tours with Greg Norman, travelling the world covering sport alongside Bruce McAvaney, and behind the unearthing of the lost AFL archive. One of the most powerful moments he shared was finding lost footage of John Kennedy Snr — and watching John sit with h…

In episode 205, Max chats with Inaugural Matildas Head Coach Tom Sermanni! Tom takes us through the evolution of Australian women’s football. From establishing the first national program three decades ago to the first game on home soil, and the landmark reform that saw Australia join the Asian confederation for World Cup qualifiers.Tom takes us bac…

In episode 204, Max chats with AFL Umpires Association CEO Rob Kerr! Rob takes us through some of the game’s biggest issues — from laws of the game and umpire contact to the stand rule and the future of umpiring. He shares his perspective on how umpires are being asked to adjudicate, the protection they need, and feedback on the introduction of the…

In episode 203, Max chats with AFLPA GM of Legal Brendan Schwab! Brendan delivers a masterclass on player advocacy, rights, governance, and the long-term impacts of concussion.As GM of Legal at the AFLPA and former World Players Association CEO, Brendan shares the fundamental rights players deserve today that didn’t exist 30 years ago, how he found…

In episode 202, Max chats with Channel 7 Director of Sport Chris Jones! Chris shares his journey from landing his first job at Seven, to learning from some of the best in the business, and living with Craig Hutchison.From breaking stories alongside Hutchy in the newsroom, to recognising his strengths and pivoting into the producing side of sport, C…

Harry Froling’s story is one of the most powerful and emotional comebacks in Australian sport. From being the victim of a life-threatening coward punch attack, to rebuilding his life and returning to professional basketball, Harry takes us through the moment everything changed — the night of the attack, waking up in hospital, and the complete lack …

In episode 200, Max chats with Australian Olympic Swimming Champion Shayna Jack! Shayna takes us through being atop the swimming world at 19, to the call accusing her wrongly of doping. Stripped of her identity, doubted by the system, and forced to fight for the truth she knew: that she was innocent. Shayna opens up on the day she got the call from…

In episode 200, Max chats with St Kilda Legend Lenny Hayes! From walking into Moorabin on day one as a kid and learning from Robert Harvey, to being cleaned up by Glenn Archer on debut, and becoming one of the most respected people in football. We chat on St Kilda success from 2008 - 2010, and what it meant to Lenny, the emotion of the drawn 2010 G…

In this exclusive interview, Max chats with Brisbane Lions Chairman Andrew Wellington! Andrew takes us through his perspective on the NGA and Northern Academies, and where we're getting lost in the debate when it comes to NGA, Northern Academies, and Father son. Andrew shares where the AFL made a mistake when it comes to the NGA pathways, the conve…

In episode 199, Max chats with Former Tottenham Hotspur Assistant Coach Sergio Raimundo! Sergio takes us through Tottenham, the Europa League final, and working with Ange Postecoglou! All this and much more in episode 199 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 198, Max chats with Former Professional Golfer Paul Gow! Paul takes us through the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry tour, and the US Open! All this and much more in episode 198 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 197, Max chats with Professional PGA Golfer Jack Munro! Jack takes us through the PGA Tour, the Asian Tour, and Rory McKilroy coming to the Australian Open! All this and much more in episode 197 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 196, Max chats with Melbourne Demons Head of Recruiting Jason Taylor! Jason takes us through his time at St Kilda, Collingwood, and Melbourne! All this and much more in episode 196 of Sporting Max!Sporting Max által

In episode 195, Max chats with Adelaide Crows High Performance Manager Darren Burgess! Darren takes us through Adelaide, Liverpool, and Melbourne! All this and much more in episode 195 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 194, Max chats with Australian National Swim Team Head Coach Rohan Taylor! Rohan takes us through the Olympics, how to set a high performance culture, creating a legacy for swimming in Australia! All this and much more in episode 194 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 193, Max chats with former Australian Cricketer Bryce McGain! Bryce takes us through Victoria, Australia, and test debut! All this and much more in episode 193 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 192, Max chats with Former ICC CEO Malcolm Speed! Malcolm takes us through Cricket Australia, the ICC, and the 2003 World Cup! All this and much more in episode 196 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 191, Max chats with former North Melbourne Player Ben Brown! Ben takes us through North Melbourne, Melbourne, and the 2021 Grand Final! All this and much more in episode 191 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcastIn episode 191, Max chats with former North Melbourne Player Ben Brown! Ben takes us through North Melbourne, Me…

In episode 190, Max chats with St Kilda Player Development Welfare Manager Tony Brown! Tony takes us through the saints, Ross Lyon, and the 1997 grand final! All this and much more in episode 190 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode business series, Max chats with Founder SportsGrad Reuben Williams! Reuben takes us through the conception behind SportsGrad, the SportsGrad accelerator program, and streamlining people to their dream job in sport! All this and much more in business series!Sporting Max által

In episode 189, Max chats with South East Melbourne Phoenix Head Coach Josh King! Josh takes us through South East Melbourne, Germany and the play in halftime spray! All this and much more in episode 189 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 188, Max chats with Sydney Swans Player Hayden McLean! Hayden takes us through the 2024 Grand Final review, the coaching transition, and the Swans! All this and much more in episode 188 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 187, Max chats with Lakers Nation Reporter Ryan Ward! Ryan takes us through the Luka trade, playoffs, and how far the Lakers can go! All this and much more in episode 187 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 186, Max chats with Senior National Basketball Business Reporter The Athletic Mike Vorkunov! Mike takes us through Phoenix, Luka, and the playoffs! All this and much more in episode 186 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 185, Max chats with The Ringer's Howard Beck! Howard takes us through the Lakers, New York Times, and Sports Illustrated! All this and much more in episode 186 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode Business Series, Max chats with Founder and CEO of Tribeca Financial! Ryan takes us through financial wellbeing, how to measure financial wellbeing, and how to build a winning cashflow structure! All this and much more in business series!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 184, Max chats with ESPN insider Kane Pitman! Kane takes us through the Luka trade, Jimmy Butler and Golden State, and ESPN! All this and much more in episode 184 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által

In episode 183, Max chats with Cricket Agent Neil Maxwell! Neil takes us through Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Punjab Kings! All this and much more in episode 183 of Sporting Max!www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/Sporting Max által