Each month we will be brining you up to speed with the latest in the world of disability sport, with news, interviews and disability sporting chat. These podcasts will be brought to you be Why Can't We and will be presented by Shaun Malone and Peter Harding. Shaun Malone is best known as one of the "Malone Family" on Gogglebox but is also a keen promoter of disability football through his work at the Manchester United Foundation. Shaun suffered a brain injury in 2015 and has since become invested in helping to raise awareness disability sport. After reaching out to Why Can't We on Twitter, Shaun has become part of the team and will be educating himself on disability sport as well as informing you about his work. Peter Harding is the founder of the Why Can't We campaign and started raising awareness of disability sport after realising that coverage for disability sport was lacking compared to the mainstream coverage on able bodied sport. Peter then became immersed in the world of para sport and now works grow the coverage in the media. Both Shaun and Peter will keep you entertained and up to date so make sure you subscribe for the monthly podcast.
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Meet Paralympic cyclist Sophie Unwin.
Peter interviews Sophie about how she started off in cycling, her rise to the top of the sport and what the catchphrase is that she has with her pilot before every race.
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24 Dec 2024
Fin Graham
Peter talks to Fin Graham about his career so far in Para Cycling. From Scotland to Manchester, from Olympic medals to World Championships, from X-box to coffee shops, Fin Graham reveals all.
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8 Nov 2024
The Fachie's
Join Peter in this episode of 'Dis Sport Pod' as he sits down with the dynamic duo, Neil and Laura Fachie. Prepare for an engaging conversation that dives deep into their extraordinary journeys in the world of sport. As competitive athletes, advocates for inclusivity, and inspirations to many, the Fachies share their personal stories of triumph, resilience, and the power of perseverance. Together, they discuss their motivations, the challenges they face, and their vision for an inclusive future in sports.
Whether you're a sports fan seeking inspiration or just curious about the drive behind elite athletes, this episode promises insights. Tune in to 'Dis Sport Pod' and immerse yourself in the world of the Fachies, where love, sport, and advocacy intertwine in the most beautiful way!
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5 Sept 2024
Dis Sport Pod - Paralympics on Day 7
This episode was recorded during Day 7 of the Paralympics.
In this episode, Peter talks to Sam White who is a Why Can't We journalist and he talks about his experience of Paris after he went during the Olympics. Sam also talks about his thoughts on the overall view of the Paralympics and the challenges faced.
Peter and Sam then talk about the Paralympics and some of the results focusing on ParalympicsGB. They also look to what events they are looking forward to and discuss the potential of seeing standing tennis in the Paralympics.
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1 Sept 2024
Paralympics Chat
Naledi and Peter talk about the Paralympics so far with a look at some of the highlights and talk about medals
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3 May 2024
Dis Sport Pod - Corie Mapp
Peter and Naledi sit down and talk to Corie Mapp who is a multiple World Cup, World Championship and European Championship medallist in Para Bobsleigh.
A Lance Corporal in the British Army, Corie lost both legs when his military vehicle ran over an explosive device in Afghanistan in 2010. Among other injuries, he suffered a broken jaw, severed lip and punctured lung but three years later he was representing Great Britain at the European Championships for sitting volleyball.
He took part in the Invictus Games in 2014 and it was Help the Heroes that introduced him to bobsleigh at a trial camp in Calgary a year earlier.
Since then, he's a serial winner in para bobsleigh and talks about how he got there as well as some advice if you have ever thought of following in his footsteps.
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1 Apr 2024
Dis Sport Pod - Richard Whitehead
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1 Mar 2024
Dis Sport Pod - Amy Truesdale
Amy Truesdale talks to Naledi and Peter about her involvement in Para-Taekwondo, reflections on her past and her plans for the future. With Paris 2024 on the horizon this podcast gives you an insight to the athletes mind. This episode was recorded on Thursday 22nd February.
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3 Dec 2022
Dis Sport Pod - Martin Hibbert
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3 Jun 2022
Dis Sport Pod - Stefanie Reid
Peter sits down on Zoom with Paralympian and presenter Stefanie Reid to talk about how she went from a bio-chemist to competing in 4 Paralympics and transitioning into the world of the media. Stef gives useful tips to people pursuing a career in disability sport and talks about how the sports are developing all the time. Make sure to listen and don't forget to subscribe.
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3 Dec 2021
Dis Sport Pod - Series 2 - Broadcasting
Peter Harding and Shaun Malone are joined by broadcaster Andy Stevenson who gives an insight to how he has made a success of broadcasting disability sport to the masses. This is the first episode of Series 2 and was recorded live in Media City.
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4 Jun 2021
Dis Sport Pod - Wheelchair Tennis
Interview with Gordon Reid ahead of Roland Garros.
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7 May 2021
Dis Sport Pod - The Invictus Games
This month we look at the Invictus Games after it was cancelled due to the pandemic. Peter talks to Rachel Williamson and her journey to becoming the Team UK captain. We also update you with the disability sport news stories of the month so make sure you subscribe to keep updated and visit whycantwe.co.uk for more.
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25 Mar 2021
Dis Sport Pod - Powerlifting
Ahead of the Manchester Powerlifting World Cup, Peter sat down with Louise Sugden and Mark Swan to talk all things powerlifting. Shaun couldn't make it this time but will joining us next month. Make sure you subscribe to Dis Sport Pod wherever you get your podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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20 Feb 2021
Dis Sport Pod - Football
Peter & Shaun kick off the season with a look at CP& Brain Injury football. They chat to Bryan Kilpatrick-Elliot and have a surprise guest with Jack Rutter joining them as well. Peter updates you on a few events that have happened so far in 2021 and the guys talk about their experiences with having a disability and the motivations that have kept them focused on achieving their goals. This podcast is for everyone and to help you keep updated and informed about the world of disability sport.We are always keeping you up to date with news articles on the Why Can't We website - whycantwe.co.uk and follow Why Can't We on social media. Each month we will bring you up to date with disability sports stories from around the world. We will also be joined by a few people involved in disability sport. Disability sport is happening all the time so if you know an event that is happening that you want us to shout out then please feel free to get in touch with Peter at peter@whycantwe.co.uk. Each podcast he will keep you updated so please subscribe to this podcast wherever you get your podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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