Kate Eddy Isn’t Done Yet, Grand Final Chaos & Netball’s Missing Pathway
Summary
Hosts Carolyn Swindell and Liz Ellis discuss the NRL grand final's decision to skip entertainment, debating whether pre-game shows are superior to halftime acts. They also cover Super Netball news, including Kate Eddy and Lucy Austin joining Casey Demons and the importance of the reserves competition. Guest Susan Gordian provides insights on pre-season timelines and offers advice to a young boy navigating the gaps in men's netball pathways.
Topics discussed
Intro: 84 days until Christmas and language learning
Christmas tree traditions and timing debates
Ugly Christmas T-shirt party and new tree purchase story
NRL Grand Final entertainment controversy
Debate: Pre-game vs halftime entertainment in sport
Athlete warm-up logistics and halftime breaks
Support for Australian artists and junior rugby funding
Discussion on Tones and I song lyrics and irony
Kate Eddy and Lucy Austin joining Casey Demons
Super Netball Reserves competition quality and eligibility
Super Netball pre-season schedules and international duties
Listener advice: Boys' netball pathways in Victoria
Gordie's Macca Cancer 200 fundraiser and event tickets
Liz stuck in stadium equipment room during Grand Final
Outro: Cycling chafe cream advice and banter
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