What does it take to become one of the AFL’s most enduring and respected players in one of the world’s most physically demanding sports? Australia’s #1 sport podcast*, LiSTNR’s The Howie Games, gives fans an exclusive, behind the scenes look with Collingwood Football Club legend Scott Pendlebury, in an innovative eight-part series, Pendlebury: Beyond 400.
A living legend of the game, Scott Pendlebury’s AFLresume is second to none. A two-time Premiership player, Pendlebury’s five best-and-fairest awards, six All-Australian selections, and undeniable respect from players and fans cement his place among the AFL’s elite. But despite his accolades, Pendlebury continues to push the limits of what’s possible, continuing his extraordinary career beyond 400 games – an achievement only five others have reached in VFL/AFL history.
In Pendlebury: Beyond 400, Pendlebury opens up like never before, sharing intimate and personal audio diaries as he navigates his pre-season training for his 21st AFL season. In bite-sized episodes, listeners will hear Pendlebury’s reflections, triumphs, and sacrifices behind the scenes in preparation for the 2025 season. Mark Howard, host of The Howie Games, guides listeners through this compelling, heartening series that will have sports fans hooked.
Mark ‘Howie’ Howard said: “We are privileged to share these remarkable, personal insights from Scott Pendlebury, undeniably one of the most disciplined, exceptional players in the game’s history. It’s been absolutely fascinating to discuss Scott’s process and feelings as he moves into unprecedented territory in his career. This is The Howie Games, as you’ve never heard before.”
Scott Pendlebury, two-time Collingwood premiershipplayer and 403-gamer,said: “These audio entries has been like verbal journaling – slowing down, reflecting, and realising how much work goes into preparing for a season. It’s been great to share this with Howie and I hope fans, especially young players, get an insight into the highs, the struggles, and what it takes to play footy at the highest level.”
Experience a new kind of football storytelling with The Howie Games. The first episode of ‘Pendlebury: Beyond 400′ is available now on LiSTNR. Episodes will be released on Monday and Tuesday across the next four weeks.
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