Matthew Hayden
Peter Psaltis grabbed an opportunity to talk to a great Australian sportsman, Matthew Hayden, about his sport of choice, being cricket. and his latest book, "Standing my Ground". Listen now.
Every Heart Beats True
Courageous AFL star Jim Stynes currently battling cancer joins Sports Today talking about his journey from a 21 year old debutant with the Melbourne Demons to finishing as one of the game’s most celebrated players. Stynes also participates in a new documentary “Every Heart Beats True — The Jim Stynes Story” about his life and his battle with cancer. Listen to this heartfelt interview..
Peter Wynn
Where are they now? Parramatta legend Peter Wynn joined Sports Today to look back at his career, including three premierships with the eels, and talk about his successful rugby league merchandise business.
New Delhi Games - secure enough?
There have been ongoing concerns about the safety of athletes who are attending the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi in around two weeks time. Raelene Boyle, former Australian Olympian, joins 4BC Breakfast to talk about the security of the upcoming sports event, taking into consideration what happened at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. Listen now and have your comment.
Gallop joins Sports Today
Following his annual state of the game address, NRL CEO David Gallop joined Sports Today to review the season and discuss the betting scandal currently clouding the game.
Carney the best
Sydney Roosters five-eighth Todd Carney great story of redemption continues with the star playmaker taking out the 2010 Dally M Medal. Listen and comment now.
Finals wrap-up
Peter Psaltis, 4BC's stalwart sports journo, sits in with Greg Cary to share his thoughts on the finals of this season's sport. Titans vs Warriors tonight - listen for Peter's prediction on the outcome as well as the latest information on more finals games.
Fevola suspension
Brisbane Lions have placed Brendan Fevola on suspension pending an investigation into an alleged indecent exposure last Saturday. Fevola's career has hit many speed bumps through unacceptable social behaviour over the years - could this be the final straw? Peter Psaltis reports.
A day in the life of Brisbane Roar
He can talk the talk , but can he walk the walk, Sports Today headed out to Ballymore to spend a day at training with the Brisbane Roar…watch Peter Psaltis attempt to save some shots from the Brisbane boys.
Steve Jackson
Where are they now? Queensland Origin representative and 1989 Grand Final hero Steve Jackson joined Sports Today for a look back at his career and what he has been doing since hanging up the boots.
Michael Bowers
Brisbane Lions CEO Michael Bowers joined Sports Today to discuss the highly publicised club review and the difficulties of competing against the Gold Coast Suns in south east Queensland next season.
Frank Sedgman
Frank Sedgman was arguably Australia’s greatest tennis player of the amateur era, winning 22 Grand Slam titles over a four year period and leading the country’s Davis Cup domination of the 1950’s. Sedgman joined Sports Today for an in-depth look back at his career.
Gerry Harvey with Sports Today
Gerry Harvey is one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs but also one of the nation’s largest race horse owners. Harvey joined Sports Today to discuss his passion for the racing industry and where it all began.
Henjak with Sports Today
Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Brisbane coach Ivan Henjak before the Broncos boarded a plane for New Zealand ahead of Friday night’s crucial game against the Warriors.
John Elias
Following the release of his autobiography Sin Bin, Rugby League bad boy John Elias joined 4BC Sports Today to discuss his controversial career both on and off the field. Listen now.
Bruno Cullen
Greg Inglis today ended weeks of speculation agreeing to terms with the Brisbane Broncos for a two year contract beginning next season. Broncos CEO Bruno Cullen joined Sports Today to discuss the deal and how it fell into place.
Mark Edmondson
Mark Edmondson is best remembered for his famous victory in the men’s singles at the 1976 Australian Open but his successful tennis career also included five grand slam doubles titles. Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis caught up with Edmondson to look back at his career and find out what keeps him busy now.
Russell Gilbert
Russell Gilbert is one of Australia’s most loved comedians; famous for his role on Hey Hey It’s Saturday, but off screen he is a tragic for THE AFL’s Western Bulldogs. Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis spoke with Gilbert about his support of the Bulldogs and how it all began.
Leigh Matthews
Weekly Morning’s regular Leigh Matthews joins Greg Cary talking about politics, sport and the Brisbane lions losing streak. Sports Today announcer Peter Psaltis also joins in on the call.
That's not Tennis
Channel 9 announced this week that they will no longer televise Wimbledon which has again sparked the debate about sport on free to air television. Mike Colman joined Sports Today to discuss this contentious issue.
Mr Bowls
Where are they now? Rob Parella is Australia’s most successful lawn bowls athlete, representing his country at three Commonwealth Games and winning gold, silver and bronze in the men’s singles. ‘Mr Bowls’ caught up with Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis to look back at his amazing career.
Wallaby Hall of Fame: Slack
Former Australian captain Andrew Slack today became the 18th inductee into the Wallaby Hall of Fame. Slack joined Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis to relive some of his fondest memories, including the 1984 undefeated grand slam tour of Europe and the 1986 Bledisloe Cup victory over New Zealand.
Video blog - Melbourne Storm
Video Blog Peter Psaltis Editorial - The salary cap rort only gets larger for the Melbourne Storm with the total breach between 2006-10 is $3.17 million. The Deloitte investigation said the storm would be over $1.3 million over the cap next NRL season.
Giaan Rooney
Giaan Rooney is one of Australia’s sweethearts of the pool but post swimming she possesses some other sporting passions. Rooney caught up with Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis to talk about her beloved St Kilda Saints and her work in the media.”
Saia Faingaa
Queensland Reds hooker Saia Faingaa will start for the Wallabies against a South African forward pack hungry for redemption in Saturday’s Tri Nations test. Faingaa joined Ian and Peter to preview the crucial clash.”
End of an era
Today marked the end of an era at the Brisbane Broncos with CEO Bruno Cullen announcing his intention to stand down at the end of this year. Broncos Chairman Darryl Somerville caught up with Sports Today to discuss Cullen’s outstanding eight year tenure as CEO and the process of appointing his successor.
Bruno Cullen with Sports Today
A day after announcing his intention to stand down as CEO of the Brisbane Broncos, Bruno Cullen caught up with Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis to take an in-depth look back at his eight year tenure at Red Hill.
Spearfishing
Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis caught up with Tim McDonald, Junior Editor of Spearfishing Downunder magazine, about this little known sporting past time.
Commentator's bias
The 4BC Sports Today team, joined by Mike Coleman, discuss the state of commentator's bias when their preferred team is playing. The game in question was the last Origin match in which Philip Gould was commentating, referring to the NSW team as 'we' - more impartiality is needed.
Clean sweep
Queensland State of Origin team achieved their clean sweep against a rejuvenated NSW team in Game III, Peter Psaltis reports.
Never a dead rubber
Psaltis blog - Can the people calling Wednesday night’s Origin at ANZ Stadium a dead-rubber drop off! There is no such thing in Origin football. Sure the series has already been decided but each game means so much to the 34 players involved. It is still the highest standard of rugby league you will see. Two committed teams playing for pride, playing for their respective places in history.
Maroons clean sheet
Peter Psaltis reports Origin live from Sydney this morning, speaking to Petero Civoniceva about what will be required for Queensland to take the series three-nil.
Mal Meninga
The Queensland Origin selectors yesterday announced a team with only one change from the roster that beat the Blues in game 1. Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis caught up with Maroons coach Mal Meninga before the side went into camp to prepare for a fifth straight series victory.
Best ever origin side
Following his column in last week’s Sunday Mail, Mike Colman spoke with Ian and Peter about his ‘best ever’ QLD State of origin team.
Michael Hagan
Maroons assistant coach, Michael Hagan, talks to 4BCs Peter Psaltis regarding the 3rd Origin match. Showing a quiet confidence about coming out on top, Michael promises an entertaining game of high standards, whatever the outcome. Listen now.
Thurston with Sports Today
The stand out player in State of Origin game 1, Queensland halfback Johnathan Thurston will be striving for a repeat performance next week at Suncorp Stadium to help secure a fifth straight series victory for the Maroons. Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Thurston before he went into camp with the team.
Michael Ennis
Blues hooker Michael Ennis is widely regarded as the best sledger in the NRL and has been charged with the task of getting under Queensland’s skin in game 2 next week. Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Ennis from inside the NSW origin camp.
Brett Kenny
Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Blues legend Brett Kenny about his fondest Origin memories, his potential coaching career and his thoughts ahead of arguably the most important game for NSW in Origin history.
Wally Fullerton-Smith
Where are they now? From humble beginnings at the Redcliffe Dolphins, former rugby league forward Wally Fullerton-Smith turned into one of the Maroons most valuable back rowers in the late 1980’s. Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis caught up with ‘Gator’ to relive some of his fondest memories.
Ross Livermore on Falou
Queensland Rugby League’s Managing Director Ross Livermore joined Sports Today to respond to ARL Chief Executive Geoff Carr’s comments regarding Israel Folau.
No place for Falou
Moves were made in NSW yesterday to ban Israel Folau from playing in the final game of this year’s State of Origin series. Chief Executive of the Australian Rugby League, Geoff Carr, spoke with Sports Today about why he believes Folau has no place in Rugby League’s showpiece.
Ivan Henjak
In his first interview since Israel Folau’s defection to AFL, Brisbane Broncos coach Ivan Henjak spoke exclusively with Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis about Folau’s decision and the Broncos form leading into this crucial stage of the season.
Luke Power
Brisbane Lions midfielder Luke Power celebrated his 250th game for the club with a magnificent win over the high flying Collingwood club on Saturday night. Power spoke with Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis about the match and the Lions chances for the remainder of the season.
Why the Queensland Cup is great
Are you heading out to see your local team play this weekend in the Queensland Cup? Well if you are, have a look around at all the people working at the ground. It is amazing how many people ...
Origin over for Folau?
Rugby League star Israel Folau has announced his move to the AFL from next year with the Greater Western Sydney franchise but will that rule him out of selection for the remainder of the State of Origin series? Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with Ross Livermore, managing director of the Queensland Rugby League, to find out whether or not Folau will wear maroon in game 2.
Darren Lockyer
The Queensland Origin selectors have announced the team they believe will begin the run to an unheralded 5th straight series victory. Maroons captain Darren Lockyer spoke with Sports Today about the team and the build up to game one.
Gary Youngberry
Channel 9 weather guru Gary Youngberry hasn’t always forecasted the elements for us here in the sunshine state. Having moved up from NSW a little over a year ago, Sports Today’s Ian Maurice caught up with Gary to find out where his allegiances lie ahead of State of Origin game 1.
Fevola Lions up
Brisbane Lions off-season signing Brendan Fevola has experienced his fair share of controversy, both on and off the field, but since his move north he has certainly let his football do the talking. Fev joined Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis for a rare one-on-one interview.
Mark Bouris
Mark Bouris is one of Australia’s most successful businessmen, having founded Wizard Home loans and Yellow Brick Road wealth management but outside the boardroom what drives him? Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis spoke with him to find out just that.
Malcolm Miracle
Malcolm ‘Miracle’ Johnston is one of the most popular Jockeys in Australian racing history. With more than 2, 000 career victories across 11 different countries Malcolm’s resume speaks for itself but it was his partnership with Kingston Town that stole the hearts of racing fans. Peter Psaltis caught up with Miracle to see what he’s been doing since those memorable days.
Bryan Niebling
Where are they now? Bryan Niebling was one of Queensland’s hardest working back rowers in the 1980’s for Valley’s and Redcliffe respectively in the BRL. Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis caught up with Bryan to relive some origin memories and find out what he’s been doing since he gave it all away.
David Gallop with Sports Today
The NRL CEO’s meeting took place in Sydney yesterday with the Melbourne Storm a noticeable absence. The CEO of the National Rugby League, David Gallop, joined Sports Today to discuss the issues raised at the meeting, some possible changes to the salary cap and the Melbourne Storm’s future going forward.
Lockyer interview
Australian captain and Broncos legend Darren Lockyer has decided to extend his representative career for one more year, confirming he will lead the bid for an unprecedented fifth straight State of Origin series victory. Lockyer joins Sports Today in this exclusive one-off interview he has given to the media on his future . Listen now.
Paul Hanley
The biggest annual international team competition in sports, the Davis Cup, is underway, and Sports Today find themselves chatting to Paul Hanley, doubles specialist. They discuss the history of the David Cup and Paul Hanley’s experiences over the years.
Ivan Henjak
Sports Today: Brisbane Broncos find themselves in an unusual NRL ladder position, with a disappointing 1-3 start to their season. Peter Psaltis catches up with battling coach Ivan Henjak in this candid interview about the clubs 2010 troubles and captain Darren Lockyer’s future
Cowboys CEO
Johnathan Thurston today signed a new three year contract with the North Queensland Cowboys reportedly worth $2 million. Cowboys CEO, Peter Parr, spoke with Sports Today about the new contract and the club’s relief that Thurston has decided to stay.
Sports Today with Tim Sheens
This Friday night Melbourne’s new stadium AAMI Park will play host to the annual Anzac test. Kangaroos coach Tim Sheens joined Sports Today to preview the start of the 2010 representative season.
Lee Kernaghan
Lee Kernaghan is one of Australia’s most popular artists but aside from country music what are his passions? Ian and Peter spoke with Lee about two of his other great loves…the North Queensland Cowboys and the Carlton Football Club.
Nick Farr-Jones
Where are they now? Nick Farr-Jones is arguably the best halfback Australian rugby has ever produced having played at the top level for a decade and leading the Wallabies to their first World Cup victory in 1991. Sports Today’s Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis spoke with Farr-Jones about his career and what he has done since hanging up the boots.
What if we had City v Country?
While I think the annual City V Country clash in New South Wales is a complete waste of time, it got me thinking. What if we had a city-country clash in Queensland? The only good thing about ...
Pat Cash
Australia’s crucial Davis Cup tie against Japan gets underway this weekend at Pat Rafter Arena. Tennis legend Pat Cash caught up with Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis to discuss the importance of Davis Cup, his memories of representing his country and the state of Australian tennis.
Brendan Cowell
Brendan Cowell is better known for his work as an actor; most recently he was one of the stars in the Australian war movie ‘Beneath Hill 60’. However, what most people wouldn’t know is that Brendan is also a fanatical Cronulla Sharks fan. He spoke with Sports Today’s Peter Psaltis about where his support all began.
Tim Sheens
The newly appointed coach of the Kangaroos, Tim Sheens, joins the boys from Sports Today to discuss his team's upcoming clash with New Zealand.
Nick Moraitis
Nick Moraitis is one of Australia's legendary race horse owners. He had owned Might and Power, Exceed and Excel, Vision and Power and many many more. He also has one of the countries biggest fresh food businesses employing over 1000 people. Peter Psaltis chats openly with this remarkable man in a rare interview.
Steve Mortimer
Regular guest on Sports Today, Steve Mortimer, joins Peter Psaltis and Mike Colman despite suffering a broken jaw and facial injuries in a weekend car accident!
Smee's achievements
Ray Smee has a marvellous record in amateur sport. He was vice-captain and captain of the water polo teams at the 1952 Olympics and 1956 Olympics consecutively. These are only a couple of his many achievements and he joins 4BC Sports Today to talk about his history.
Anything is possible!
Here’s an inspirational story for all mothers out there. With an aim to become a world rowing champion once more, Hannah Every Hall, only gave birth to her second child around 12 months ago and works two days a week. She shares her journey with the team at 4BC Sport Today.
Peter Who?
Where Are They Now? When Peter Taylor was selected for the Australian cricket team about a quarter century ago, he was dubbed “Peter Who?” Not offended by this title, he tells us how he felt on the day he found out about his selection and the hitting six on his debut match.
Stefan talks sport
Stefan, widely known for his business abilities, especially hairdressing, chats to 4BC Sports Today about sports close to his heart. He explains how his love of boating developed, and how a lady in Mackay turned him onto golf, slippy shoes and all!
Peter Knights
Where Are They Now? Hawthorne legend, Peter Knights, has a few feathers in his cap, including being appointed the first coach of the Brisbane Bears – without having had any coaching experience! 4BC Sports Today quizzes Peter as to how his coaching career developed from that point.
Blacks A Fake win
Natalie Rassmussen has recently faced a race of her life, accompanied by her partner, Blacks A Fake. She luckily scored her fourth Interdominion win in a very close race. 4BC Sports Today speak to Natalie about her incredible win and what the future holds for Blacks A Fake.
QRU finance issue
QRU’s recent financial woes have suggested that they are running out of money. It is now apparent that a cash bailout from the Australian Rugby Union. Tony Shaw, president of the Brothers Club, chats to 4BC Sports Today shedding some light on the effect of these problems.
Cricket cancellation
Whilst Australians have been a little conscious of travelling overseas to play sport in the light of terrorist threats, it seems that a party of up-and-coming Indian cricketers are thinking the same thing when coming to Australia. 4BC Sports Today speaks to Bruce Adams, the organiser of this recently cancelled tour.
Heather McKay
Continuing the ‘Where are they now?’ series, we catch up with Australian squash legend, Heather McKay. She is the greatest female sports person that Australia has ever produced after only losing two matches in her entire career. 4BC Sports bask in her legendary glow.
Jon English
You maybe couldn't find a more eager Parramatta supporter than the one and only Jon English. Always a huge fan of rugby league, Jon played juniors for Parramatta, and this instilled a love of the team that has pervaded his whole life. 4BC Sports Today chats to Jon about his undying support.
Winning isn't everything
Winning isn’t everything, it’s taking part that counts. This old adage can sometimes be hard to live up to, especially when parents are not as supportive as they could be. 4BC Sports Today chats to Phil Jauncey, sports psychologist, about embracing sport without always coming out on top.
Uncurling curling
The Winter Olympics provides us with exposure to some interesting sports we otherwise might not see. Dave Thomas, president of the Queensland Curling Association, joins 4BC Sports Today to decipher Australia’s connection to the sport and the ins and outs of the game.
International debate
There is a heated debate in the Sports Today studio which is joined by Mike Coleman. With the World Club Challenge underway, the team analyses whether or not it is good for the game. Is this a true test of who is the best club in the world, or is it a farce?
Glynis Nunn-Cearns
Where are they now? Always looking forward to the next goal, Glynis Nunn-Cearns, has quite a number of achievements behind her. As Australia’s first Olympic Heptathlon Champion, she shares her life as a fulltime worker and mother, whilst coaching a squad on the side. Glynis speaks to 4BC Sports Today.
Indigenous All Stars
The Harvey Norman inaugural rugby league All Star’s match takes place this weekend at the Gold Coast. Coinciding with the 2nd anniversary of Rudd’s apology to the stolen generation and with one team comprising of entirely indigenous players, Big Phil meets up with Wendell Sailor, Jharal Yow Yeh and Scott Prince for a chat.
Mason bucks Knights
Sports Today: Renegade powerhouse forward Willie Mason has found a new NRL home, the North Queensland Cowboys. Mason signed with the Cowboys on a one year deal. Coleman, Psaltis and Maurice analyse the new deal.
Norma Fleming
Continuing the successful 'Where are they now?' segment, 4BC Sports Today chat to Norma Fleming, who was QLD's very first female Olympic gold medal winner. Taking part in the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne, Norma and her team beat Great Britain, to win the 100m relay. Norma relates facts about her lack of training and how she was the 'shy little girl from the bush'.
"Mr Olympics"
Phil Coles knows the Olympic Games like no other having spent 50 years working with them in many guises. Sports Today invite Phil to shed some light on the focal points of his career, which include starting as a competitive kayaker in 1960, the Munich terrorist incident in '72 to his time spent as an Olympic official with the IOC.
Bernie Pramberg retires
Bernie Pramberg has been around Australian Sport forever and a day, ranging from a stint as a rugby league referee through to writing a host of sport columns. Unfortunately for the public, after 33 years, Bernie has decided to retire from the Courier Mail. Bernie reminisces with Sports Today about the fondest memories of his career.
Dirk Tazelaar
Dirk Tazelaar talks of 11 years worth of cricket for Queensland and his time spent in the Surrey team in England. He tells Sports Today how he managed to juggle his cricket career alongside his building trade and advocates 20/20 cricket and how it is an excellent introduction to the sport.
Noel Kelly
Where are the now, the all new Sport’s Today show with Ian Maurice and Peter Psaltis catch up with former Australian professional rugby league footballer and coach Noel Kelly, who has recently been named amongst the country's finest footballers of the 20th century.
Dave Nilsson
Sports Today talks with Australian baseball legend, Dave Nilsson, about the Claxton Shield and the new ABL.
Cadel Evans
Sports Today talks with Australian cycling legend and 2009 World Champion Cadel Evans , about this years fortunes , his previous Tour attempts and his new signing with American team BMC in 2010.
Green v Jones
Sports Today talks with boxing great Jeff Fenech, about the upcoming bout between Australian Danny Green and Hall of Fame-bound Roy Jones Jr.
Matt Hall
Former RAAF Fight Combat Instructor Matt Hall now gets his thrills barrelling through the Red Bull Air Race World Championships. The third generation pilot joins the boys from Sports Today to discuss his breathtaking sport.
A sensational debut
Queensland and Australian halfback Will Genia had a sensational debut for the Wallabies, with a 21-6 trouncing over the Springbok. The talented 21-year-old joins Sports Today to talk about success on the big stage.
David Gallop
It's been a turbulent year for the NRL, with a spate of player scandals threatening to tarnish the code. However David Gallop is optimistic about the future of the game. Sports Today discuss the positives of the 2009 season with the NRL boss.
A talented youngster
Will Genia first played for the Queensland Reds as an ambitious 16-year-old. A few short years later Will has now been selected to play for the Wallabies. Reds coach Phil Mooney joins Sports Today to discuss the selection of his talented youngster.
Broncos v Bennett
Sports Today talks with Bronco’s coach, Ivan Henjak, ahead of Friday nights game. In what is tipped to be one of the all time great finals match ups, where the Broncos will face former master coach Wayne Bennett.
Bathurst 1000
Sports Today catch up with defending Bathurst champion Craig Lowndes ahead of this weekends Bathurst 1000. Lowndes with co-driver Jamie Whincup are setting out to become the first drivers in history to win the race four years in a row.
