Episode 39: 28 May, 2020 featuring Bridie O’Donnell (Part 1)

Trying to encapsulate Bridie O’Donnell’s life and achievements in one paragraph is no simple task. A stand out scholar, medical practitioner, elite sportswoman across multiple disciplines, and leading sports administrator are the headline phrases, but the stories behind each provide a rich tale of intertwined themes and experiences. In part one of this two part podcast, Sean and Tim talk to Bridie about her formative years and the motivations that drove her into the world of elite sports… and ultimately a leading role in sports administration in Victoria as the Director of the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation. A self-confessed ‘try-hard’, Bridie’s sporting achievements underly a driven character not afraid to break through barriers, challenge the norms, and carve a path that has led to a fundamental change in the management of sporting associations and clubs in this state. We hope you enjoy part one, which provides the perfect platform for part two where some major themes in sport, particularly women’s sport, are examined.