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4TG (For The Girls) is the podcast empowering the next generation of female athletes to build confidence, break barriers, and thrive — in sport and in life. Through real, raw conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and changemakers, we share the stories, tools, and inspiration young women need to chase bold goals and shape the future of women’s sport.
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What happens when the sport that’s been your whole life suddenly stops? Former Western Australian women’s cricket fast bowler Piepa Cleary shares the real story of retirement from professional sport, athlete identity loss, and what life after cricket actually feels like when the routine, team environment and performance goals disappear. We dive into: The emotional impact of retiring from elite women’s cricketAthlete identity and self-worth beyond performanceRecovering from an ACL injury and n...
Have you ever been in a team where the structure looks perfect on paper… but the connection is missing? This week I’m joined by Tom Cashin – Collingwood VFLW Head Coach and Head of Academy (AFLW) – for a raw, honest chat on what actually creates high-performing teams. We unpack Tom’s people-first coaching philosophy, why he wants athletes setting goals they’re not guaranteed to reach, and how to change your relationship with failure so it becomes growth (not defeat). Tom also breaks down his ...
Pre-season is where reputations are built — but it’s not about flogging yourself to prove a point. It’s about building trust, training with intent, and staying consistent long enough to actually improve. In this short, sharp solo episode, Kylie shares 5 practical pre-season tips for female athletes who want to get noticed, improve selection chances, and level up without burning out. From being the teammate who lifts standards, to setting micro-goals, using your coach like a cheat code, and re...
In this episode of the 4TG Podcast, Jacqui Louder shares her insights from a 25-year career as one of Australia’s leading sport and performance psychologists. Having worked with elite teams like Collingwood and Melbourne Storm, Jacqui discusses the evolution of the high-performance mindset and why mental skills are just as critical as physical ones. She emphasises the importance of effort over results, the need for specialised resources in women’s sport, and how athletes can navigate high-pre...
In this episode of the 4TG Podcast, Emily McKie shares her journey as a trailblazer in Australian sports, particularly in coaching within male-dominated environments. With over 15 years of experience, she discusses the challenges and triumphs of being a female coach, the importance of community engagement, and the evolution of coaching philosophies. Emily emphasises the need for women to create their own pathways in sports and the significance of building supportive networks. The conversation...
Welcome back to Season 2 of 4TG! This week, we dive into the real work of personal growth as the new year kicks off—no empty resolutions, just honest conversations about what it takes to level up. We talk process over outcomes, why failure is your friend, and how radical accountability can change your year. Expect hard truths, practical tools, and a call to build a community that lifts you up. Key Takeaways Process > Outcomes: Focus on the journey, not just the finish line.Failure = Data:...
In this bonus crossover replay, Kylie Lynch (host of 4TG) joins Danny Kennedy on The Fitness and Lifestyle Podcast to share her story and the lessons every female athlete needs for 2025. Summary: Kylie’s story is a raw look at the highs and lows of women’s sport—how identity and mental health are deeply connected, why community matters, and what it takes to create real change. She shares the motivation behind starting the 4TG podcast and her vision for a future where women’s sport is tr...
This episode is the 4TG Christmas Party and 2025 wrap, tying a bow on the lessons shared by our incredible guests this year. We reflect on four big months, 22 episodes, nearly 3,000 downloads, and reaching ~200,000 people per month, before looking ahead to what’s coming for 4TG in 2026. You’ll hear practical insights on pursuing sporting ambitions, with reflections on resilience, confidence, and building an identity beyond sport. One key lesson stands out: confidence is built through competen...
This episode of the 4TG podcast features an inspiring conversation with elite Australian sprinter, Fia Fighera. Fia, who has been ranked seventh in Australia for the 200m in the Opens and has won national medals, shares her powerful journey through a career fraught with significant injuries. She opens up about the immense mental toll of being injured for four years in a row, describing the time when she felt "depressed and sad" and how she found herself wanting to quit. ☕ Enjoying the...
Former Olympian and elite dual-sport athlete Georgia Nanscawen joins the podcast to discuss the high cost of giving everything to your sport, the reality of burnout, and the courage it takes to redefine your identity. From the hockey Olympic world stage (205 caps, London Olympics) to becoming one of the best AFLW players, Georgia proves you can hit rock bottom, step away, and find joy in competition again. This is a vital conversation about purpose, identity, finding happiness, and choosing y...
In this insightful episode of 4TG , we chat with Dr Emily Meehan, an Advanced Sports Dietitian with over a decade of experience working in high-performance sport. Based at the Victorian Institute of Sport, Emily supports developing through to elite athletes both para and able-bodied across sports like cycling, rowing, and canoe. She also works with Golf Australia’s Victorian High Performance Program, providing nutrition support to emerging golfers. Emily has previously worked with some of Aus...
“Vulnerability is a superpower. To be vulnerable builds trust, reliability, and it deepens connections.” – Kylie Lynch Ten episodes in, 4TG has already sparked raw, inspiring conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers in women’s sport. For this special solo episode, host Kylie Lynch reflects on the biggest themes and lessons from those first 10 episodes, covering vulnerability, leadership, mindset, identity, and the future of women’s sport. From ACL recoveries to breaking down p...
In this raw and vulnerable episode, I chat with Robbie Turnbull, a decorated Aussie Rules player and the founder of Top Tier Footballer. Robbie opens up about the unintentional but profound pressure he faced from his father on the sidelines, and how this experience created a fear of making mistakes that followed him throughout his life. This conversation is an essential listen for every parent, coach, and athlete. Robbie shares how he eventually learned to shift his mindset from playing for e...
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kate Smyth, a former Olympian, marathon record-holder, and sports naturopath and nutritionist redefining what it takes to succeed. Kate shares her journey of reaching the highest level of sport at 35, along with the spectacular crashes from under-fueling and the mental toll on body and mind. This is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt like they’ve “missed their run.” Kate reveals the mental strength needed to overcome setbacks, the role of visu...
Less than 10% of elite women's teams are coached by women. The real question is why? In this episode, we sit down with Liz Quinn, a leadership expert, former Navy officer, and co-founder of The W Club to uncover the hidden barriers holding female coaches back. Liz reveals the invaluable leadership lessons she learned in her military career and how they are now helping women in sport and business break through ceilings. From her experience as a player and coach at the elite level, to her work ...
After years of being pushed to the sidelines with second-hand balls, women’s footy has finally stepped out of the dark ages… or has it? This week we put male-dominated sports under the microscope with Not All Clubs. Behind the aliases Ripley, Jyn, and Lara are three fearless voices exposing the discrimination, harassment, and toxic cultures still silencing athletes and making clubs unsafe. With AFL player Mitch Brown recently becoming the first openly bisexual male in the league, this convers...
In today’s episode, we sit down with Hayley Campbell, a seasoned strength and conditioning (S&C) coach, who shares her journey from growing up in regional Australia where sport was central to becoming a prominent figure in athletic training. She dives into why women’s sports are growing fast but still face funding and equality issues, and why community support matters more than ever. Hear insights on resilience, fairness, and practical ways to promote women’s sport. Key topics: St...
"Belief is trust without evidence" Host Kylie sits down with mindset and fitness coach Danny Kennedy to discuss the mental side of sports/life. Danny, who was a basketball player, opens up about his struggles with setbacks and self-worth during his career, and how those experiences shaped his coaching philosophy today. The conversation is a must for athletes and anyone looking to overcome self-limiting beliefs, build a strong self-image, and find success and fulfillment beyond their chosen fi...
In this powerful episode of the 4TG Podcast, we challenge and redefine the old stereotype of "playing like a girl" with a trailblazer who’s reclaiming the phrase. We sit down with Holly Bailey, CEO of Play Like a Girl, athlete, and passionate advocate who shares her journey from a highly competitive upbringing to creating a community that empowers women in sports and leadership. Holly opens up about the personal "aha" moment that changed her mindset forever, showing you how your inner d...
"You don’t need to be perfect to be powerful. You don’t need to have it all figured out to be worthy. You just need to show up raw, real, messy, human.” - Fiona Stanford If you care about women’s sport and want to know how you can help create real change, this episode is the one. In this powerful episode of the 4TG Podcast, we sit down with Fiona Sanford, athlete, coach, former CEO, and passionate mental health advocate for young women in sport. Fiona shares her journey from elite gymnastics ...
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