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On The Whistle PodcastWAFCON 2025 Matchday 1 ReviewAll teams have played their opening games at the WAFCON and our team give you their impressions of the runners and riders, as well as what it's like on the ground and some of the issues the team's are facing. Hosts: Alasdair Howorth and Firdose Moonda #wafcon #nigeria #southafrica #morocco Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Barbara Banda begins...2025-07-0917 min
Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastTammy Beaumont talks India, T20I comeback and women’s healthEngland opener Tammy Beaumont joined ESPNcricfinfo’s Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda ahead of India’s white-ball tour of England Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-06-2734 min
Switch Hit PodcastBavuma's big moment, England's big testAlan Gardner is joined by Andrew Miller and Firdose Moonda to discuss South Africa's WTC triumph before Matt Roller joins the pod to help preview the Test series between England and India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-06-1851 min
Test Match SpecialWTC Final: Markram puts South Africa on the verge of historyJonathan Agnew is joined by Steven Finn, Firdose Moonda and Jim Maxwell as South Africa stand just 69 runs short of their first ever major ICC global title. We hear from South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince, as well as Australian all rounder Beau Webster.2025-06-1326 minTest Match SpecialWTC Final: 14 wickets fall as contest is evenly poisedJonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Firdose Moonda and Jim Maxwell after the second day of the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s. 14 wickets fell for the second day in a row to leave the contest in the balance. We hear from Australia pace bowler Mitchell Starc as well as South African bowler Lungi Ngidi.2025-06-1230 minTest Match SpecialWTC Final: Australia take control as wickets tumble at Lord’sJonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Firdose Moonda and Jim Maxwell after the first day of the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s. 14 wickets fell on a dramatic day – we hear from Australia top scorer Beau Webster, as well as South African fast bowler Marco Jansen.2025-06-1219 minSwitch Hit PodcastZim sing while England winAlan Gardner speaks to Andrew Miller and Firdose Moonda about the Trent Bridge Test, while Matt Roller joins to preview the West Indies series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-05-2758 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWest Indies look to bounce back in English SummerLegspinner Afy Fletcher talks to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda about her long career, the unique challenges faced by cricketers in the region and how her side can overcome their World Cup Qualifying disappointment during the tour of England Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-05-2148 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastOrla Prendergast: World Cup qualifiers "a different kind of pressure"Ireland allrounder on how her team harnessed the pain of their failed T20 World Cup qualifying campaign as they aim to go one better and book a ticket to India for the 50-over tournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-04-0944 min
On The Whistle PodcastWho's To Blame For Bafana Blunder?It's fiery pod, as the OTW team interrogate how South Africa fielded an ineligible player against the Crocodiles of Lesotho, and how this blunder could now cost Bafana three points if found guilty. We also look at Group B, the most exciting in Africa's FIFA World Cup Qualifying, North Africa's dominance and predict which Cinderella teams could make it to the North American party. Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Firdose Moonda (OTW Women's Editor At Large), Francis Nkwain (BOA Awards founder) and Lorenz Köhler (iDiski Times)#worldcup #football #cafFollow u...2025-03-2853 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWPL wrap: Annabel Sutherland on the crowds, culture and competition of 2025Allrounder says Chinnaswamy noise rivals a packed MCG while giving some insight into the standards the formidable Australian Women’s team hold themselves to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-03-1938 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastSpin King: Alana King looks to build her Ashes empireAustralian legspinner who set the Women’s Ashes alight shares some thoughts on her T20 resurgence, making a WPL debut and THAT “ball of the century” while another Aussie star, Beth Mooney, talks about the growth of the game ahead of International Women’s Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-03-0557 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWPL ‘a really huge opportunity for me’ – Chinelle HenryWI star talks to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda about her UP Warriorz call-up, World Cup qualifying, taking down England and a long-awaited return to Tests Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-02-1952 min
Open Book FestivalOBF2024: Visibility and Chronic Conditions
This is a live recording of an event that took place at Open Book Festival in September 2024.
In this conversation, Nadine Dirks and Lesedi Molefi speak to Firdose Moonda about accessing essential care.
This event was [...]2025-01-311h 03Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastMore than just a match for Afghanistan Women’s XIAs Afghanistan’s exiled players prepare to take on Cricket Without Borders in Melbourne, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes look at what the match means for their hopes of representing their country in future and highlighting the plight of women and girls there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-01-291h 03Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastOne way out: How cricket helped Afghanistan women escapeAfghanistan's women cricketers tell the ESPNcricinfo Powerplay podcast about how the sport they love went from passion to peril, and then a passport to a better life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-01-2258 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastGeorgia Voll shows Australia’s future is brightValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda catch up with exciting batter who is part of a young crop of talent in the host’s squad ahead of her maiden Ashes series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-01-0942 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastMan(dla) with a plan: Mashimbyi reveals ambitions for South AfricaFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes chat following the long-awaited appointment of a new Proteas Women’s head coach, Mandla Mashimbyi, while recalling their highlights of the last year and looking ahead to 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-12-1848 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWhat World Cup? South Africa and England move onFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes chat to England newcomer Paige Scholfield and South Africa’s Tumi Sekhukhune ahead of their upcoming multi-format series as both sides look to overcome T20 World Cup disappointment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-11-2147 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: An unexpected finalFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes speak to some of New Zealand and South Africa’s semifinal stars as the two teams book an unexpected final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-10-1921 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: India OUT as New Zealand get it togetherSuzie Bates talks the emotion of New Zealand qualifying for their first semifinal at the T20 World Cup in 8 years.Plus, England's Sophie Ecclestone and South Africa's Tazmin Brits join Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda as the T20 World Cup group stage reaches its climax. Follow full coverage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup every day at https://www.espncricinfo.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-10-1424 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: Who will make the semifinals?Beth Mooney, Marizanne Kapp and Charlie Dean join Valkerie and Firdose to reflect on their tournaments so far as the group stage takes shape in the UAE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-10-1023 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: Australia march on, but who is dancing behind?Australia continue to be the team to beat following their demolition of New Zealand, so Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda turn their attention to a couple of the teams trying to challenge for semifinal spots.West Indies allrounder and former captain, Stafanie Taylor joins the pod to discuss how the team is using Lady Gaga to change their mindset.It's not just the West Indies getting their dancing shoes on as Pakistan are aiming to make the semifinals, Omaima Sohail says that injured Diana Baig is leading the dressing room's positive atmosphere despite not being...2024-10-0820 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastStafanie Taylor on what she has left to achieve in cricket and West Indies channelling Lady GagaWest Indies allrounder Stafanie Taylor talks to Valkerie Baynes about their start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, how the side are channelling Lady Gaga and what else she wants to achieve in the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-10-0811 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: Early impressions - live from DubaiNow everyone has played at least one in the UAE, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are together in Dubai to discuss who has impressed them so far.Plus, interviews with South Africa's Nonkululeko Mlaba and England Danni Wyatt-Hodge join the show to discuss their respective opening game wins.Follow full coverage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup every day at https://www.espncricinfo.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-10-0523 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastTazmin Brits opens up about battles on and off the fieldSouth African batter Tazmin Brits joins Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda on ESPNcricinfo Powerplay to talk about the car accident that changed her career, how sport saved her and the challenges she faces now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-09-2557 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastAbtaha Maqsood – Living the dreamOn this week's ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Scotland leg-spinner Abtaha Maqsood talks to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda from Dubai ahead of her team’s maiden appearance at the Women’s T20 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-09-2039 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastUltimate allrounders – juggling cricket and motherhoodOn ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda recently caught up with Lauren Down, the New Zealand batter who toured England just six months after giving birth, as well as team-mate Lea Tahuhu and South Africa’s Masabata Klaas, who has just been named winner of the Makhaya Ntini - Power of Cricket Award. They share their experiences of becoming mothers amid elite sporting careers, Valkerie and Firdose look at various boards’ approaches to pregnancy and parenthood in a rapidly changing landscape which has seen cricket playing catch-up to other employers. Learn more about your ad c...2024-09-0657 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastJhulan Goswami, the legend with so much more to giveFormer India star turned mentor Jhulan Goswami talks to Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes about her new role at the WCPL, nurturing India talent and calls for franchise windows to protect the future of the women’s game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-08-1452 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastHayley Matthews: Wales, West Indies and working double to catch up on the world stageFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes catch up with the West Indies captain during her stint with Welsh Fire at the Women’s Hundred, where she also learned of Deandra Dottin's comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-07-3147 min
On The Whistle PodcastCan Africa's Stars Shine at the Olympics?In this pod we take a deeper dive on Nigeria's and Zambia's chances at the Olympics and assess which of these African nations could make a deep run in the women's tournament. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Firdose Moonda (OTW Women's Football Editor at Large) #paris2024 #olympics #nigeria #zambia Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle PodcastShow Notes00:00 - Intro 03:30 – African teams to be taken se...2024-07-2728 min
Yoga Medicine114 Yoga & Religion: Expert Insights with Firdose Moonda MA“Is Yoga a religion?” is an often-asked question, and the deeper we delve into the historical and philosophical underpinnings of the practice, the less simple and straightforward the answer becomes. Here to guide us on that complex conversational journey is returning guest Firdose Moonda, who holds an MA in the Traditions of Yoga and Meditation from the School of Oriental and African Studies and is undertaking doctoral work into the politics of yoga. Listen in to unpack yoga’s historical and present-day entanglements with South Asian religions, and explore the responsibilities of modern yoga teachers in the...2024-07-181h 00Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastAsia Cup ambitions for Esha Oza and UAEOn this week's ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, captain Esha Oza and coach Ahmed Raza speak about UAE’s Asia Cup campaign, their T20 World Cup Qualifying near miss and the growth of women’s cricket in their country. Plus, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda discuss New Zealand's tour of England, and look back at South Africa's disappointing end to their T20I series against India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-07-171h 01
On The Whistle PodcastThe End of Rhulani Mokwena and SundownsIn this episode we discuss the reasons why Rhulani Mokwena and Sundowns went their separate ways, and lament the postponement of the Women's AFCON. Host: Zayn Nabbi Panel: Alasdair Howorth (OTW multi-platform reporter) and Firdose Moonda (OTW Women's Football Editor-at-large) #sundowns #masandawana #WAFCON #AfricaFollow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle PodcastShow Notes00:00 - Intro 02:30 - Rhulani out... 10:00 - Rift with Flemming...2024-07-0531 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastSophie Ecclestone interview – what makes the world’s best bowler tick?England’s indomitable left-arm spinner has been at the top of her game for years but tells Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda there’s plenty left to achieve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-07-0348 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastESPNcricinfo Powerplay: The curious case of women’s Test cricketOn this week’s ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes delve into the world of women’s Test cricket, with special appearances from Tammy Beaumont, Sophie Devine, Laura Wolvaardt, Jon Lewis and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-06-2651 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastJon Lewis on AI, stress management and spinners - How England are targeting the T20 Women's World CupESPNcricinfo's Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are joined by England Women’s head coach Jon Lewis, who delves into planning for this year’s global showcase, his team’s latest learnings and how AI can help “disrupt” the best opposition sides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-06-0557 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastAn all-South African affairAhead of South Africa's tour of India, Masabata Klaas and Nonkuleleko Mlaba talk team dynamics, motherhood, friendship and their different paths into cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-05-221h 17Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWorld Cup bound: Scotland and Sri Lanka seal their placesScotland captain Kathryn Bryce and Vishmi Gunaratne of Sri Lanka tell ESPNcricinfo Powerplay what it means to qualify for the T20 Women’s World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-05-0844 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWomen’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers Preview feat. Zimbabwe's Josephine NkomoJust ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers Josephine Nkomo spoke to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda about playing - and losing out - in the last edition, her increasing sense of responsibility in the side and even let us in on some of the squad’s morale-boosting songs. Plus, Valkerie and Firdose break down the eight teams which will compete, and those that missed out, in the new top-level domestic women's competition in England and Wales from next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-04-2459 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWhat makes all-conquering Australia tick?In this hilarious, insightful and touching episode, Grace Harris tells ESPNcricinfo’s Powerplay podcast that a refusal to let the little details slip has made Australia Women world-beaters for years. She also talks home “renos”, smuggling snacks into the slips and her beloved late Nan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-04-1759 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastWolvaardt’s reinvention in first season as skipperSouth Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt talks to Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes on ESPNcricinfo Powerplay about why she took the job and juggling her leadership role with batting responsibilities. She also discusses touring Australia, how she has worked on her short format game, the development of women's cricket in South Africa and what her team needs to do to win a World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-04-0343 min
On The Whistle PodcastNora Häuptle interviewAfter years in the wilderness the Ghana Black Queens are back to the top of African football, qualifying for the WAFCON and nearly knocking out Zambia in the Olympic qualifiers. The pod was joined by head coach Nora Häuptle to chat about her remarkable success with the team.Panel: Alasdair Howorth, Firdose Moonda, Nora Häuptle (Ghana women's national team head coach)Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast#ghana #blackqueens #woso #wa...2024-03-2155 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastDevine miss: How New Zealand captain’s WPL call paid offSophie Devine chats to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda about the White Ferns’ series against England, physical and mental health and where franchise cricket fits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-03-181h 00Powerplay: A Women’s Cricket Podcast'Brave' parents make cricket an option for women and girls in Bangladesh – NigarTo mark International Women’s Day, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty tells Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes of her hopes for the game in her country, host of the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-03-0846 minSwitch Hit PodcastESPNcricinfo presents... Powerplay! Nat Sciver-Brunt: Payday, payday… WPL incomingIn the first episode of ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes are joined by England allrounder Nat Sciver-Brunt to chat about player auctions, club vs. country and so much cricket.Like what you've heard? Listen to a new episode every few weeks on your favourite podcast platforms:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/powerplay-a-womens-cricket-podcast/id1731433540https://open.spotify.com/show/5dcluzV89PsrIRgRjDNHfQ?si=ccddd0618db140c7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-02-2146 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastNat Sciver-Brunt: Payday, payday… WPL incomingIn the first episode of ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes are joined by England allrounder Nat Sciver-Brunt to chat about player auctions, club vs. country and so much cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-02-2146 minPowerplay: A Women’s Cricket PodcastIntroducing 'Powerplay: A Women's Cricket Podcast'ESPNcricinfo Women's cricket editors Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are joined by some of the biggest names in Women’s cricket to discuss the game and the biggest issues in it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-02-1600 min
Yoga Medicine100 Yoga, Politics & History: Expert Insights with Firdose Moonda, MAMany yoga students and teachers feel part of a culture and tradition we don't fully understand, leading to the necessity for open, honest, and potentially uncomfortable conversations about the wider context our practice exists within - including its long and complicated history and its intersections with culture, commerce, and politics. Today host Rachel is joined by Firdose Moonda - a journalist, academic, yoga teacher, and researcher - to explore some of these intersecting issues, and offer an introduction to important definitions and common misunderstandings about the practice. Listen in to learn about the historical and c...2024-01-0458 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies Who Switch: Tammy Beaumont interviewValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda chat to Tammy Beaumont on the eve of England’s tour of India Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-12-0531 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: Alice Capsey interviewValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda catch up with the England teenager just over a year after she burst on to the international scene – and what a time it’s been Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-10-121h 00Switch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: SL shock England & Nida Dar joins the showFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes talk Sri Lanka’s series-levelling win over England, before Pakistan captain Nida Dar joins for an exclusive interview during their series against South Africa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-09-0644 min
On The Whistle PodcastKaylin Swart reflects "on rolling with the punches" at magical World CupFresh off a record-breaking World Cup, Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Kaylin Swart joins the pod. She talks about the whirlwind that was the World Cup, nearly quitting the game and what needs to be done in South African football. Host: Firdose Moonda (women's football editor at large) Guests: Kaylin Swart (Banyana Banyana World Cup goalkeeper) #BanyanaBanyana #FIFAWWC #EmpoweringOurGame Follow us on IG: @otw_podcast Follow us on Twitter: @otw_podcast Like us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes 0...2023-08-3148 min
On The Whistle PodcastThe Future of Women's FootballIn this podcast our Women's Football Editor at Large Firdose Moonda looks at the future of the women's game including calls to professionalise women's football in South Africa, Morocco setting the benchmark with their two-tier pro leagues, and Super Falcons star Francisca Ordega talking about starting a family. And, we also look back at the kiss from the Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales on Jenni Hermoso that has sparked outrange around the world. Host: Zayn Nabbi Guest: Firdose Moonda (OTW Women's Football Editor at Large) Follow us on IG: @otw_podcast 2023-08-2729 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: Deandra Dottin on life after West IndiesFormer West Indies star talks to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda about the international vs franchise battle and says she has much more to give. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-08-2331 min
On The Whistle PodcastAfrica out for blood at the Women's World CupThe Women's World Cup has been played to the drum of Africa! A record 3 African teams have qualified from the group stages and we're hear to talk the hows, whys and whos of this brilliant success. We also touch on some of the scandals of the tournament and wonder if it's time for some colonial revenge! Host: Zayn Nabbi Guests: Firdose Moonda, Alasdair Howorth #FIFAWWC #BanyanaBanyana #SoarSuperFalcons #DimaMagreb Follow us on IG: @otw_podcast Follow us on Twitter: @otw_podcast Like...2023-08-0545 min
On The Whistle Podcast"We're not underestimating any team" - Desiree Ellis confident ahead of World Cup openerShe's led them to the World Cup, she's led them to WAFCON glory, and now Desiree Ellis is back on the world stage leading South Africa to a second successive World Cup. The Banyana Banyana head coach discusses her career, how things have changed in the 30 years since her debut and how the African Champions are shaping up ahead of the World Cup. This interview was recorded before Banyana Banyana's boycott of their friendly against Botswana which is why the podcast didn't discuss any of the issues around the team that emerged. ...2023-07-2245 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: Women’s Ashes done, dusted and drawnValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda look at the series quirks which mean England won more but saw the trophy retained by a now-beatable Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-07-1939 min
ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastTamim's U-turn, West Indies' WCQ shocker and India's Test transitionIn the latest episode, Kaustubh Kumar and Vishal Dikshit are joined by Mohammad Isam and Firdose Moonda to look back at Tamim Iqbal's retirement, his unretirement, West Indies hitting new lows in Zimbabwe, and what lies ahead for India.Further reading:Time to temper expectations as India enter Test transition - Sid MongaHow Tamim Iqbal's un-retirement unfolded - Mohammad IsamA Caribbean calamity - how West Indies botched their ODI World Cup chances - Firdose Moonda Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2023-07-171h 06
On The Whistle PodcastAfrican nations ready to rock at the World CupIt's finally here, the FIFA Women's World Cup! And for the first time Africa has four nations travelling to football's biggest party. But it hasn't been plain sailing for our four nations. From players boycotting matches, coaches firing off against federations and even accusations of sexual misconduct, the preparation for the tournament has been complicated. Host: Alasdair HoworthGuests: Firdose Moonda (OTW women's football editor at large), Janefrances Nweze (Nigerian journalist), Ashleigh Nakazwe (Zambian football media marketer)#SoarSuperFalcons #DimaMaghrib #BanyanaBanyana #CopperQueens #FIFAWWCFollow us on IG: @otw_podcast 2023-07-141h 00Switch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: Ashes alive with England on a rollFirdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes look ahead to the decisive ODI leg of the Women's Ashes and discuss who's been in form so far Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-07-1129 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: 'Nice to get four up against the Poms' - Annabel Sutherland interviewValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda catch up with the Australia all-rounder ahead of the white-ball phase of the Women's Ashes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-06-3034 minSwitch Hit PodcastTest WAsh up… Gardner’s brilliance and Healy’s gritValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda discuss Australia’s victory in the Women’s Ashes Test at Trent Bridge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-06-2733 minSwitch Hit PodcastWomen's Ashes ramps up: Sophia Dunkley interviewValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda hear from the England allrounder ahead of the Women's Test at Trent Bridge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-06-2032 minSwitch Hit PodcastLadies who Switch: England unveil Ashes Test squadValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda discuss the newcomers and some old hands as the build-up to Trent Bridge intensifies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-06-1421 min
On The Whistle PodcastJanine van Wyk: Investment Needed To Equalise The GameSouth African football icon Janine van Wyk joins the pod in this episode to talk about her illustrious career that's seen her lift the WAFCON and become the continent's second highest most capped international across the men's and women's game. Van Wyk spoke to our Women's Football Editor-at-Large Firdose Moonda about what it was like being welcomed playing township football as a junior, explained why equal pay was needed to jumpstart the sport in Africa and how a lack of funding is leading to injuries across the global game. Host: Firdose Moonda (OTW Women's Football Editor-at-Large) 2023-05-3150 minSwitch Hit PodcastWomen's cricket: Brave new worldValkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda chat Dane van Niekerk, professionalism in the women's game and the upcoming Ashes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-04-2620 min
Test Match SpecialCan England make it a winter World Cup double?Eleanor Oldroyd looks ahead to the Women’s T20 World Cup starting in South Africa. She’s joined by TMS commentator Henry Moeran & world cup winners Alex Hartley & Georgia Elwiss. Australia commentator Mel Farrell reports on the tournament favourites & South Africa journalist Firdose Moonda reacts to the controversial omission of former captain Dané Van Niekerk. Plus we hear from new England head coach Jon Lewis.2023-02-0937 min
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 56: WPL $$$ and HanuManipuRwandaOn episode 56 of Bits and Pieces, six of your friends get together to discuss the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Women’s Under 19 World Cup, the Ranji Trophy quarter-finals line-up, the India-NZ white-ball series, player burn out and much more. Much banter, laughter and “chalk throwing in the era of zoom”. Join Mohan, Rachana, Chops, Tareque, Vikas and Bisi. Join in for all the fun!
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The Aligned Living Podcast with Kathleen Gellatly03: Yoga, Politics & Possibilities for Social Justice ft. Firdose MoondaFirdose is a South African of Indian descent, deeply devoted to the practice, teaching, and research of yoga. Her passion extends beyond the confines of the studio, as she advocates fervently for issues of decolonisation and social justice. Currently, she is pursuing her doctoral work titled "Yoga, Politics, and Possibilities for Social Justice" at the University of Cape Town, reflecting her unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge in this field.Having earned an MA in Traditions of Yoga and Meditation from the School of Oriental and African Studies in London, her academic accomplishments have further fortified her expertise...2023-01-1848 min
81 All Out - A Cricket Podcast'In some ways, a TV director plays God' - Hemant BuchIn the latest episode of the podcast we chat with Hemant Buch, who is a broadcast consultant with over 25 years' experience as an executive producer, director, and producer.
Hemant guides us through the responsibilities of a live TV broadcast director. He also talks about his recent assignment in Sri Lanka - where Australia and Pakistan played cricket series in a time of intense political and economic strife.
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BIC TALKSSouth Africa, Cricket and Social TransformationSouth Africa has imposed transformation targets (quotas) in sports for over a decade. These aim to correct the under-representation of people of colour due to historical discriminatory segregation during the apartheid era. In light of the Black Lives Matter movemnet, several South African cricketers came forward with their stories of having suffered due to the institutionally racist nature of the game in South Africa. In July 2021, Cricket South Africa (CSA) appointed the Social Justice and Nation Building (SJN) Ombudsman to contribute to truth, healing, and reconciliation in the game of cricket. The Ombudsman heard the...2022-03-181h 13
The Top Order Cricket PodcastThis Week in Cricket #86 - A great week for New Zealand Cricket, India turning over a new leaf and promising signs for Sri LankaThis week on the show we review a great week for both the Black Caps and the White Ferns, as well as a host of other topics as we look back at the week that was.We start by discussing the amazing performance from Matt Henry, which saw him record the third-best bowling figures in a Test innings for New Zealand, as well as smashing a quick 50 at #11. There's praise for Tim Southee, Tom Blundell and Colin de Grandhomme as well as Gary Stead for his decision to promote Neil Wagner to #5 in the absence of Kane...2022-02-2344 min