Beyond The Game AUS

Aaron Beggs
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Beyond the Game AUS is a long-form Australian football interview podcast hosted by Aaron Beggs. The show explores the careers, experiences and stories of players, coaches, administrators and influential figures from across Australian football. Each conversation goes beyond results and statistics to uncover the people, decisions, challenges and defining moments behind the game.

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  1. 1 dag geleden

    Richard Lloyd: From Wollongong Wolves to Australian Football Insight

    Unlock the secrets behind Australia’s rich football history with Richard Lloyd — former Wollongong Wolves player, coach, and lifelong local football advocate. From scoring memorable NSL goals to mentoring young talent today, Richard shares stories that reveal the passion, resilience, and community spirit that shaped his career and the game around him. In this episode, Richard takes us through his journey from Sydney to Wollongong, reflecting on the old NSL days, his time with the Wolves, and what it took to compete at the highest level. He talks about the importance of good coaching, developing strong decision-making, and helping young players become better people as well as better footballers. Richard also opens up about the challenges facing Australian football today — from funding and facilities to the need for stronger youth pathways and more opportunities for local players. If you love football history, coaching insight, or stories from Australian sport, this episode is packed with wisdom, nostalgia, and practical advice. Richard’s perspective is a reminder that football is built on community, character, and the people who keep showing up for the game.Unlock the secrets behind Australia’s rich football history with Richard Lloyd — former Wollongong Wolves player, coach, and lifelong local football advocate. From scoring memorable NSL goals to mentoring young talent today, Richard shares stories that reveal the passion, resilience, and community spirit that shaped his career and the game around him. In this episode, Richard takes us through his journey from Sydney to Wollongong, reflecting on the old NSL days, his time with the Wolves, and what it took to compete at the highest level. He talks about the importance of good coaching, developing strong decision-making, and helping young players become better people as well as better footballers. Richard also opens up about the challenges facing Australian football today — from funding and facilities to the need for stronger youth pathways and more opportunities for local players. If you love football history, coaching insight, or stories from Australian sport, this episode is packed with wisdom, nostalgia, and practical advice. Richard’s perspective is a reminder that football is built on community, character, and the people who keep showing up for the game.

  2. 2 aug

    Phil Moss Part 2: Fighting for Coaches

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Phil Moss, we move beyond the touchline and explore the realities of life as a professional football coach. Phil opens up about the pressures of coaching in the A-League, the challenges he faced during his time with the Central Coast Mariners, and how those experiences ultimately led to the creation of Football Coaches Australia. We also discuss coach welfare, leadership, the changing landscape of Australian football, and why supporting coaches has become one of Phil's greatest passions. This is an honest conversation about the pressures, sacrifices and responsibilities that come with leading a football club—and the legacy Phil hopes to leave for future generations of Australian coaches. If you enjoy thoughtful conversations with the people who have shaped Australian football, be sure to subscribe to Beyond The Game AUS for more exclusive interviews.

  3. 28 jul

    Phil Moss Part 1: The Making of a Coach

    n Part 1 of my conversation with Phil Moss, we go back to where it all began. Phil reflects on his childhood growing up on Sydney's Northern Beaches, his early playing days, and the journey that led him into professional coaching. We discuss the transition from player to coach, working alongside Graham Arnold, developing his own coaching philosophy, and the lessons that have shaped his career in Australian football. Known for his roles with Central Coast Mariners, Sydney FC, and Football Coaches Australia, Phil shares the experiences that helped define him long before he became one of the game's most respected coaches and advocates. If you enjoy in-depth conversations with the people who have shaped Australian football, make sure you subscribe to Beyond The Game AUS for more exclusive interviews.

  4. 20 jul

    Ron Smith: Inside Australia's 2006 World Cup & Football Analysis

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr Ron Smith, we dive into one of the most significant periods in Australian football history—Australia's historic qualification for and participation in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Ron shares his experiences working around the Socceroos during this remarkable era, offering his perspective on Guus Hiddink, the team's preparation, and what made that squad so successful. We also explore Ron's passion for football analysis, coaching education, and performance research. As one of Australia's most respected football educators, he explains how he analyses the game, what separates the best teams from the rest, and why understanding football goes far beyond tactics on a whiteboard. This episode provides a fascinating insight into one of the sharpest football minds Australia has produced. In this episode: ⚽ Australia's historic 2006 FIFA World Cup campaign ⚽ Working alongside Guus Hiddink ⚽ Football analysis and coaching philosophy ⚽ How elite football is studied and understood ⚽ Developing better players and coaches This won't be the last conversation with Ron. We'll be sitting down again in future episodes to explore more of his incredible career, experiences, and insights into Australian football. If you enjoy long-form football conversations, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with fellow football fans. 🎙️ Guest: Dr Ron Smith 📺 Beyond The Game AUS is a long-form interview series exploring the people, stories and experiences that have shaped Australian football through the voices of players, coaches, journalists, administrators, and the people behind the game.

  5. 18 jul

    Ron Smith: From England to the AIS | The Story Behind an Australian Football Pioneer

    In Part 1 of my conversation with Ron Smith, we go back to where it all began. Ron reflects on growing up in England, his early playing days, the move to Australia in 1974, and the journey that led him into coaching. We also explore his influential work with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), where he helped develop many of the players who would go on to represent the Socceroos on the world stage. This is a fascinating conversation about football development, coaching philosophy, and the foundations of one of Australia's most respected football minds. In this episode we discuss: ⚽ Growing up in England and football culture ⚽ Playing days and the move into coaching ⚽ Migrating to Australia in 1974 ⚽ The state of Australian football in the 1970s ⚽ Building coaching standards ⚽ The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) ⚽ Developing future Socceroos ⚽ What separates great players from the rest If you enjoy long-form football conversations, please consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it with fellow football fans.

  6. 18 jul

    Gary Cole Part 2: The Game After the NSL

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Gary Cole, we explore the next chapter of his football journey and his ongoing impact on the game in Australia. Gary discusses his transition into coaching, his work with the Australian Institute of Sport, leading successful Victorian clubs, helping establish Melbourne Victory as the club's inaugural Director of Football, and his involvement with Football Coaches Australia. We also dive into coaching philosophy, player development, football pathways, and Gary's thoughts on the future of Australian football. Drawing on decades of experience as a player, coach, administrator and advocate, he offers thoughtful insights into where the game has come from—and where it still needs to go. If you're passionate about Australian football, coaching, or the future of the sport, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

  7. 18 jul

    Gary Cole Part 1: The NSL Era

    Gary Cole is one of the most respected figures in Australian football history, and in Part 1 of this two-part conversation, we look back at an incredible playing career that helped shape the National Soccer League. Gary reflects on growing up in England, moving to Australia, discovering football in Victoria during the 1970s, and becoming one of the NSL's most prolific goalscorers with Heidelberg United. We also discuss the ethnic-club era, winning back-to-back Golden Boots, representing the Socceroos, and some of the defining moments that made the NSL such an important chapter in Australian football. Whether you remember the NSL firsthand or want to learn more about one of the game's most influential eras, this is a fascinating conversation with one of the people who lived it.

  8. 25 mei

    Steve Darby: From Liverpool to Australian Football | Beyond The Game AUS (Part 1)

    In Part 1 of Beyond The Game AUS, Aaron Beggs sits down with Steve Darby for a long-form conversation about his remarkable journey through world football. From growing up in Liverpool surrounded by football culture and the influence of legendary figures like Bill Shankly, to coaching in Bahrain during the 1970s and eventually becoming a major figure in Australian and Asian football, Steve shares the stories, lessons and experiences that shaped his career. This episode dives into: Liverpool football culture in the 1960sEarly coaching influences and mentorsMoving to Bahrain and coaching overseasArriving in AustraliaThe growth of football in AustraliaCoaching philosophy and leadershipStories from decades inside the gameBeyond The Game AUS is a long-form interview series exploring the people, journeys and experiences behind sport. #SteveDarby #FootballAustralia #LiverpoolFC #AustralianFootball #Soccer #BeyondTheGameAUS #FootballPodcast #SportsPodcast

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Beyond the Game AUS is a long-form Australian football interview podcast hosted by Aaron Beggs. The show explores the careers, experiences and stories of players, coaches, administrators and influential figures from across Australian football. Each conversation goes beyond results and statistics to uncover the people, decisions, challenges and defining moments behind the game.

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  • Maker
    Aaron Beggs
  • Jaren actief
    2026
  • Afleveringen
    8
  • Beoordeling
    Expliciet
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Aaron Beggs
  • Website van aflevering
    Beyond The Game AUS
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