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sportH.E

Hosted by Ben O'Connell · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 34 episodes

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34
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About this podcast

sportH.E is the podcast that brings you insights and learning from across the Higher Education sport sector. Ben O'Connell, Director of Sport at Cardiff Metropolitan University speaks to leaders and those delivering cutting-edge programmes to reveal the keys to their success. In each episode, Ben will reveal how his guests have navigated challenges, driven successful change and the lessons learnt along the way.

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Ben O'Connell hosts sportH.E, a business show with 34 episodes published.

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Stew Fowlie: Leading student sport in Scotland and across the globe at the World University Games (Ep 33)

May 21, 20261h 4m

In this conversation, Stew Fowlie shares his journey from early memories in sport to becoming the Chief Operating Officer at Scottish Student Sport. He discusses the evolution of student sport in Scotland, the role of Sc

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Katy Storie: Creating opportunity for young women and girls (Ep 32)

May 7, 20261h 6m

Katy Storie shares her inspiring journey from early sport experiences to competing internationally and becoming Director of Sport at Newcastle University. She discusses the transformative power of sport, leadership in fe

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Neil Brown: Building and running a £31m sport centre, choosing your attitude and changing perceptions (Ep.31)

Apr 23, 202648mEp. 31S3

Neil Brown, Director of Sport & Active Health at the University of Strathclyde, shares his journey from early sports memories to leading the development of Strathclyde's state-of-the-art sports facilities. Discover insig

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Tim Hollingsworth: How knowing what I didn't know paved the way for success in leading at the highest levels of British sport (Ep30)

Apr 9, 202654mEp. 30S3

In this insightful interview, Tim Hollingsworth OBE shares his unique journey from studying drama at Exeter University to leading major sports organisations in the UK. Tim emphasises the importance of purpose, collaborat

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Dr Emma Ross: Empowering EVERYONE to support women's health & wellbeing (Ep 29)

Mar 26, 202655mEp. 29S3

Dr Emma Ross co-founded The Well HQ an expert consultancy that combines decades of experience in science, medicine and sports to create impactful solutions that close the culture gap, turning women’s health into the stan

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Ken Masser: Leading in complex systems (Ep28)

Mar 12, 202658mEp. 28S3

In this episode of SportH.E Ben O'Connell welcomes Ken Masser, a seasoned professional in organisational psychology and leadership, to discuss his career journey and the founding of Miova. Ken shares his transition from

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Will Roberts, BUCS CEO: Leading With Empathy (Ep27)

Feb 26, 20261h 3mEp. 27S3

In this episode of SportH.E, host Ben O'Connell welcomes Will Roberts, the CEO of BUCS, to discuss his journey in sport and leadership. Will shares his early experiences with volleyball, influenced by his father's dedica

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The Student Sport Voice: Live Edition, BUCS Conference 2025

Sep 2, 202554m

This year sportH.E was invtied back to BUCS conference to record another live episode. In this special edition, I was joined on stage by 4 inspiring students who shared their insights and advice on how to build a great s

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Phil Malatesta: From apprenticeship to Head of Sport at University of Southampton

Jul 31, 202541m

In this conversation, Phil Malatesta shares his unique journey into the world of H.E sport, from an original apprenticeship, then stints in the private sector, and a number of stops both in the University and Student Uni

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Danielle Farrell: Being deliberately different at UA92

Jun 17, 20251h 7m

In this conversation, Danielle Farrell shares her journey from growing up in Ireland and pursuing a career in sports education to becoming the Head of Sport at UA92. She discusses the challenges and opportunities she fac

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Mark Munro: From managing through turmoil at UKA to leading at the University of Edinburgh

May 7, 20251h 4m

In this conversation, Mark Munro, Director of Sport & Active Health at the University of Edinburgh shares his extensive journey in sports management, detailing his experiences from grassroots development to high-level go

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Keith Morris: The standard you walk by is the standard you accept - building a great culture at York Sport

Apr 30, 202547m

In this conversation, Keith Morris, Director of Sport at the University of York, shares his journey in sport management, detailing his experiences from his early career. He discusses the challenges faced in higher educat

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Vicky Ackerley: Level 5 Leadership

Apr 23, 202553m

In this conversation, Vicky Ackerley shares her journey from a passionate athlete to the Director of Residences and Sport at the University of Manchester. We discuss the evolution of sport education, the challenges of ma

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Paul Bedford: Retention Guru

Apr 16, 202549m

In this conversation, I had the immense pleasure of being joined by Paul Bedford from Retention Guru to discuss all things health & fitness, sales and retention. Paul shares his extensive background in leisure and fitnes

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Euan Smith: Unlocking potential - my journey in Executive Coaching

Apr 9, 202559m

In this conversation, Euan Smith shares his career journey to the Director of Sport at the University of Glasgow. He discusses his ambition, the importance of understanding people in sport, and the impact of coaching on

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Gavin Ward: Race & Equality in H.E. sport

Apr 2, 202555m

In this conversation, Gavin Ward, a senior lecturer in physical education at the University of Wolverhampton, discusses his research on race and equality in sport, particularly focusing on the experiences of non-white pa

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Phil Steele: It takes time to build trust but you can demolish it in a second

Mar 26, 20251h 1m

In this conversation, Phil shares his diverse career journey leading to his role as Director of Sport at the University of East Anglia. He discusses his experiences in Saudi Arabia, his early career in the private leisur

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Andy Allford: A Strong Opinion but Loosely Held

Dec 4, 20241h 10mEp. 16S2

In this week's episode, I am delighted to be joined by Andy Allford, Director of Sport at the University of Birmingham. Andy discusses his career journey and we take a deep dive into the role of sport in higher education

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Hayley Lever: Lessons in Systems Leadership

Nov 27, 20241h 12mEp. 15S2

Today's episode features our first leader from outside H.E. Hayley Lever is the CEO of Greater Manchester Moving, the organisation responsible for changing lives through movement, physical activity and sport across Manch

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Stephen Baddeley: Sport as a competitive advantage at the University of Bath

Nov 6, 20241h 11m

In this episode I was delighted to welcome, Stephen Baddeley, Director of Sport at the University of Bath to the show. Stephen discusses his career journey and the role of sport at the university. He highlights the impor

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Who is the host of sportH.E?

sportH.E is hosted by Ben O'Connell. The show is categorised under business (management) and has published 34 episodes.

How many episodes does sportH.E have?

sportH.E has published 34 episodes.

What topics does sportH.E cover?

sportH.E regularly covers business, management. It sits in the business category, with a management focus.

Is it hard to get booked on sportH.E?

sportH.E is accessible for guests with genuine business expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is sportH.E currently accepting guest pitches?

sportH.E hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are sportH.E episodes?

Episodes of sportH.E average 59 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

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