The Grassroots Podcast

Welcome to the Grassroots Podcast - a podcast dedicated to covering emerging sports in Australia, and the journey athletes undertake in the pursuit of success. Join us as we dig deep into the issues facing emerging sports in Australia, and the athletes that participate, not just locally, but from around the world.

GRP 045: We'll Be Back 06/11/2017

GRP 045: We'll Be Back In this Season Finale, Producer Mick is joined by Ellie and Jase to talk about highlights of the season and share some behind-the-scenes stories from the production of the show. Stick around at the end of the episode for some hilarious bloopers, outtakes, and general funniness. We'll be back! /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5437551

GRP 044: Grassroots at the Hunter Bowl 06/04/2017

GRP 044: Grassroots at the Hunter Bowl Join Q, Ellie, and Jase as Grassroots goes to the Hunter Gridiron League's Hunter Bowl II. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5416246

GRP 043: Training Mythbusting 05/28/2017

GRP 043: Training Mythbusting Last week Jase lead the charge against Nutrition Myths. This week he's joined again by Shaun, and Weekend Preview host, Alyssa, to bring the truth about Training. Can you get get results from training for 15 minutes, twice a week? Does muscle really weigh more than fat? And is it better to skip training when you're not 100%, or should you just push through? Press the play button now to find out! /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5394589

GRP 042: Nutrition Mythbusting 05/21/2017

GRP 042: Nutrition Mythbusting Jase takes the helm once again as he sets out with Shaun, and Weekend Preview host, Alyssa, to bust all myths Nutrition. Find out the truth behind fad diets, whether you can overdo your protein dosage, and get the final word on Carbs. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5375287

GRP 041: Understanding Mental Health 05/14/2017

GRP 041: Understanding Mental Health In this week's episode, Shaun and Jase are joined by Nathan Dearing to discuss mental health in sport, the importance of balancing both physical and mental health, as well as unpacking the stigma associated with mental health care. If you or someone you know needs mental health assistance, please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36, or speak to your local GP. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5354016

GRP 040: A Healthy Ego - Confidence Vs Arrogance 05/07/2017

GRP 040: A Healthy Ego - Confidence Vs Arrogance In our landmark 40th Episode, Q, Jase, and Shaun talk about what makes for a healthy ego, and discuss the difference between Confidence and Arrogance. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5333419

GRP 039: On The Road - Travel Tips and Stories 04/30/2017

GRP 039: On The Road - Travel Tips and Stories Q's back, and with Jase and Shaun, we're talking travel tips and stories. Tune in for hilarious tales, packing tips, stress management advice, and the return of an infamous Grassroots beverage. Stay tuned at the end of the show for a special peek behind-the-scenes! /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5311479

GRP 038: You Gotta See It Before You See It 04/23/2017

GRP 038: You Gotta See It Before You See It JFK, Jase, and Shaun explore the process of visualising success, and achieving goals. What does it mean? How do you do it? Is it just something that athletes do? Most importantly, why does visualisation matter? /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5286032

GRP 037: AIHL Season Preview 04/16/2017

GRP 037: AIHL Season Preview In the leadup to the opening faceoff for the 2017 AIHL season, Ellie and Producer Mick speak to AIHL Commentator, Steve White, about player movements, team structures, and AIHL rumours. They round out the episode answering questions submitted by our Earthmovers, and all 3 give their predictions of which team will take home the Goodall Cup. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5269672

GRP 036: Checking In With The Australian National Ice Hockey Teams 04/09/2017

GRP 036: Checking In With The Australian National Ice Hockey Teams In an international extravaganza, Ellie, Producer Mick, and JFK speak to Bert Malloy from the Australian Senior Men's Ice Hockey Team playing in Romania, and Riley Padjen, Amelia Matheson, and Emily Davis-Tope from the Australian Senior Women's Ice Hockey Team playing in South Korea. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5249349

GRP 035: Standing Out in a Crowded Market 04/02/2017

GRP 035: Standing Out in a Crowded Market Shaun, JFK, and Ellie talk about the challenges of pursuing the same goal as others, and offer some tips on what can be done to stand out from the rest of the crowd. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5227940

GRP 034: Breaking New Ground 03/26/2017

GRP 034: Breaking New Ground For the final episode in Women's Month, Q and Ellie speak to Imogen Perry - a 16-year-old ice hockey player who has already won a gold medal for Australia, and won Rookie of the Year in the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL) this year, but has also broken new ground as the first woman to play in the Australian Junior Ice Hockey League (AJIHL). /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5203411

GRP 033: Lacrosse Is For Everyone 03/19/2017

GRP 033: Lacrosse Is For Everyone In the third episode of Women's Month on the Grassroots Sports Podcast, Q and Ellie are joined by Juliet Austin - Secretary of NSW Lacrosse. Juliet talks about her playing history, behind the scenes of running a state body, and her reasoning for picking up a lacrosse stick for the first time. SHOW NOTES /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5182494

GRP 032: Checking With the Best of Them 03/12/2017

GRP 032: Checking With the Best of Them For the second episode in Women's Month, Shaun and Ellie take over the show as guest hosts to talk Ice Hockey with Sydney Sirens' captain, Mel Matheson. They discuss Mel's sporting life growing up, the challenges faced by women getting into hockey, and growing the women's national hockey league. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5153658

GRP 031: Sport Changes Lives 03/05/2017

GRP 031: Sport Changes Lives Q, Ellie, and Jase are joined by Doris McGee, President of Maitland Roller Derby Club. Doris talks about her experience in getting a league up and running, the challenges of finding a playing facility, and the drastic changes Roller Derby brought about in her life. SHOW NOTES /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5139184

GRP 030: Failing Vs. Failure 02/26/2017

GRP 030: Failing Vs. Failure Q, Shaun, Mat, and Jase talk about the differences between Failing Vs. Failure, and what that means for athletes, professionals, and people in their everyday life. SHOWNOTES: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5117573

GRP 029: Off Season Training 02/19/2017

GRP 029: Off Season Training Q and Mat are joined by Jase from Enliven Nutrition to talk about training in the off-season. Is it a time to rest and recover, or to further individual athletic advancement? SHOW NOTES /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5097741

GRP 028: Balancing Sport and Relationships 02/12/2017

GRP 028: Balancing Sport and Relationships Q and Ellie are joined by Sydney Sirens goaltender, Sera Dogramaci, and former Sirens coach, Andrew Reynolds, to talk about their sporting careers, and how they work it in with their relationship. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5072216

GRP 027: Qualities of a Leader 02/05/2017

GRP 027: Qualities of a Leader Q, JFK, and guest host Shaun are joined by leadership expert John Davidson to talk about what qualities make a strong leader, and the different levels of leadership. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5054748

GRP 026: Grassroots goes to the NSA Stampede 01/29/2017

GRP 026: Grassroots goes to the NSA Stampede Q and Ellie are joined by a plethora of guests in this extra long special, filmed at the NSA Stampede Tournament. Hear the folks from Cheapskate Hockey, Eric from Harbour City Hockey, Jase from Enliven Nutrition, as well as players from the Stampede tournament and the Sydney Sirens. There's also a few Earthmovers on the show - don't miss it! SHOW NOTES Harbour City Hockey: Cheapskate Hockey: Sydney Sirens: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5033809

GRP 025: Starting a Sporting League 01/22/2017

GRP 025: Starting a Sporting League This week on the Grassroots Podcast: Q, Mat, and Dave are joined by Anton Croxford, Chairman of Indoor Sports NSW, to talk about what it takes to start a sporting league from the ground up. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/5009217

GRP 024: Representing Your Country 01/15/2017

GRP 024: Representing Your Country Q, Mat, and Jase are joined by former professional lacrosse player and Australian National Lacrosse Team member, Matt Taylor, to talk about playing high level lacrosse and what it means to play for your country. Show Notes /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4990397

GRP 023: Drinking Culture and its Impact on Sport 01/08/2017

GRP 023: Drinking Culture and its Impact on Sport This week, Q, JFK, and Dave are joined by Jase from Enliven Nutrition to talk about drinking culture and sport, and recount stories about the impact that it has on athletes. We also introduce a new segment for the new year - NSA Talk. Get the low down on all the upcoming NSA camps, clinics, and trips. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4972518

GRP 022: Reviewing and Renewing 01/01/2017

GRP 022: Reviewing and Renewing Q, Dave, Mat, and Jase review their 2016 accomplishments, share some helpful tips for achieving your goals in the new year, and round out the episode counting in the new year. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4953994

GRP 021: A Very Grassroots Christmas 12/25/2016

GRP 021: A Very Grassroots Christmas Join Quincy, Dave, Mat and Jase for a very festive and jolly Grassroots Christmas special! Show Notes: /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4940784

GRP 020: Overcoming Setbacks 12/18/2016

GRP 020: Overcoming Setbacks Quincy, JFK, and Ellie are joined by guest Matilda Quist to talk injuries, setbacks, and building mental toughness to stay strong when life tries to bring you down. Tilly also shares the news about the Hunter Gridiron League's exciting women's expansion. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4922606

GRP 019: The Past, Present, & Future Of Sports Broadcasting 12/11/2016

GRP 019: The Past, Present, & Future Of Sports Broadcasting Quincy and Dave are joined by Steve White from the ATC Productions broadcast team to talk all things sports broadcasting. Steve also reveals insight into the streaming drama surrounding the 2016 AIHL Finals, and drops some knowledge on future plans. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4902705

GRP 018: Making it Big in Baseball 12/04/2016

GRP 018: Making it Big in Baseball Quincy and Ellie chat with guest, Lachlan Wells about his journey to playing professional baseball, and the current landscape of the sport in Australia. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4883992

GRP 017.1: After Hours with Shaun Blomfield 11/29/2016

GRP 017.1: After Hours with Shaun Blomfield Quincy, Dave, and Jase talk with special guest Shaun Blomfield about his journey through depression and what lead him towards his career in Personal Training and Fitness. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4868750

GRP 017: Catching Up With The Grassroots Team 11/27/2016

GRP 017: Catching Up With The Grassroots Team Quincy, Dave, and Ellie chat about their adventures over the last couple of weeks, including roller derby, a hockey trip of a lifetime, and playing in a national lacrosse tournament. /episode/index/show/grassroots/id/4863631

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