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Science for Sport Podcast

Discover the Secrets Behind Elite Performance.
Join us on the Science for Sport Podcast, where every episode dives into the cutting-edge world of sports science and the untold stories behind the best athletes and teams on the planet.
Hosted by Richard Graves, we bring you exclusive insights from elite athletes, world-class coaches, and leading sports scientists who are shaping the future of global sport.
This isn’t just another sports podcast—this is your backstage pass to:
- The science powering record-breaking performances.
- The trends, challenges, and breakthroughs redefining the game.
- Mastering the balance of art and science in coaching.
Whether you’re a sports scientist, coach, physio, nutritionist, teacher, or just a passionate sports fan, this is your chance to learn from the pros and stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in every Monday and uncover what it takes to make the best, better.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
27 minutes
Episodes
283
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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283: The Future of VBT: Why It’s More Than Just a Training Tool

283: The Future of VBT: Why It’s More Than Just a Training Tool

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves sits down with Nathan Spencer, Strength & Power Coach at the St. George Illawarra Dragons and former NBA Performance Coach with the Orl…

00:31:10  |   Mon 01 Sep 2025
282: AI in the Weight Room: Jacob Rothman on the Future of Velocity-Based Training

282: AI in the Weight Room: Jacob Rothman on the Future of Velocity-Based Training

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves sits down with Jacob Rothman, founder of Perch and now Head of Strength at Catapult, to explore how camera-based, AI-driven technology …

00:25:11  |   Mon 25 Aug 2025
281: From NFL Star to MMA Innovator: Shawne Merriman on Sports Science & tech in Combat Sports

281: From NFL Star to MMA Innovator: Shawne Merriman on Sports Science & tech in Combat Sports

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves sits down with former NFL star turned MMA promoter Shawne “Lights Out” Merriman, a man who’s gone from sacking quarterbacks to shaking …

00:31:37  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
280: Sports Science at the Intersection of Youth and Professional Football with Luke Harris

280: Sports Science at the Intersection of Youth and Professional Football with Luke Harris

In this week’s episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves welcomes Luke Harris, the Head of Strength & Conditioning and Sports Science at Adelaide United Football Club. Luke shares…

00:31:32  |   Mon 11 Aug 2025
279: Culture, Consistency, and Coaching Success in Elite Sport with Steve McNamara

279: Culture, Consistency, and Coaching Success in Elite Sport with Steve McNamara

This week, host Richard Graves is joined by Steve McNamara, one of Rugby League’s most experienced and respected minds. With a career spanning over 36 years across playing and coaching, Steve has don…

00:35:27  |   Mon 04 Aug 2025
278: Carbs, Gels & Behaviour Change: The Real Science of Sports Fueling with Ted Munson

278: Carbs, Gels & Behaviour Change: The Real Science of Sports Fueling with Ted Munson

What does fuelling a Premier League footballer really look like?

This week, we’re joined by Ted Munson, Brentford FC’s Lead Performance Nutritionist, whose journey has taken him through elite-level …

00:34:09  |   Mon 28 Jul 2025
277: Is Youth Football in Crisis?  With Andrew Hyde

277: Is Youth Football in Crisis? With Andrew Hyde

This week, Richard Graves is joined by returning guest Andrew Hyde, a leading strength and conditioning coach and founder of Aesthetic Athletes, who works with elite and youth footballers across the …

00:31:54  |   Mon 21 Jul 2025
276: Coaching Through Rehab with Michael Carolan

276: Coaching Through Rehab with Michael Carolan

This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves welcomes back Michael Carolan, a performance coach and subject lead in sport rehabilitation at the University of Salford. With nearly t…

00:35:27  |   Mon 14 Jul 2025
275: What It Really Takes: A Look at Life as a Professional Footballer

275: What It Really Takes: A Look at Life as a Professional Footballer

In this episode, host Richard Graves sits down with former professional footballer Sam Winnall, who shares his honest reflections on a 15-year career across clubs including Wolves, Barnsley, Sheffiel…

00:33:48  |   Mon 07 Jul 2025
274: The Truth About Blood Flow Restriction with Dr. Warren Bradley

274: The Truth About Blood Flow Restriction with Dr. Warren Bradley

What do Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James... and astronauts have in common? They’re all using the same training technology, blood flow restriction (BFR).

In this episode, host Richard Graves back Dr. …

00:25:38  |   Mon 30 Jun 2025
273: Creating Complete Athletes

273: Creating Complete Athletes

In this episode, Richard Graves is joined by performance specialist Julia Eyre, a sports scientist and psychologist with a rich background in elite sport. From working with U.S. collegiate athletes t…

00:34:46  |   Mon 23 Jun 2025
272: Inside Catapult: Global Trends, Common Pitfalls & the Future of Sports Science

272: Inside Catapult: Global Trends, Common Pitfalls & the Future of Sports Science

This week, host Richard Graves is joined by Chris Polley, Vice President of Customer Success at Catapult, for a deep-dive into the world of elite sports performance monitoring. With over 55 sports sc…

00:43:21  |   Mon 16 Jun 2025
271: Strength First: Why It Underpins Everything

271: Strength First: Why It Underpins Everything

In this week’s episode of the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by Leicester Tigers’ Head of Performance, Matt Parr, a former professional rugby player turned strength and cond…

00:28:21  |   Mon 09 Jun 2025
270: Dr. James Morehen on Fueling England Rugby Through the Six Nations

270: Dr. James Morehen on Fueling England Rugby Through the Six Nations

What’s it really like behind the scenes of an England Rugby Six Nations campaign? How do you fuel elite athletes to perform at their peak, and recover just as hard?

This week, host Richard Graves is…

00:43:26  |   Mon 02 Jun 2025
269: Food First, Supplements Second: Performance Nutrition with Tom Coughlin

269: Food First, Supplements Second: Performance Nutrition with Tom Coughlin

Join host Richard Graves as he sits down with performance nutrition consultant Tom Coughlin, who brings a decade of elite sports experience working with Olympic athletes, professional rugby teams, an…

00:26:51  |   Mon 26 May 2025
268: From Wembley to Wake-Up Calls: Stevie Ward on Concussion, Courage & Life Beyond the Game

268: From Wembley to Wake-Up Calls: Stevie Ward on Concussion, Courage & Life Beyond the Game

This week on the Science for Sport Podcast, host Richard Graves sits down with former Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward, a man who went from teenage prodigy to Grand Final winner, only to have his car…

00:45:30  |   Mon 19 May 2025
267: Athletes Aren’t Robots. Here’s What You’re Missing

267: Athletes Aren’t Robots. Here’s What You’re Missing

This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by the remarkable Dr. Kristin Keim – a clinical sports psychologist, former elite cyclist, and passionate advocate for athlet…

00:28:36  |   Mon 12 May 2025
266: Blending Science, Rehab and Reality in Elite Football

266: Blending Science, Rehab and Reality in Elite Football

This week on the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves is joined by Scott Armistead, Athletic Trainer at Seattle Sounders FC, to explore the realities of working at the highest level of foot…

00:30:33  |   Mon 05 May 2025
265: Why Sprint and Jump Training Transforms Every Athlete

265: Why Sprint and Jump Training Transforms Every Athlete

In this week's episode of the Science for Sport podcast, host Richard Graves welcomes performance coach Michael Fennell, who brings over 22 years of experience in athletics coaching, specialising in …

00:30:33  |   Mon 28 Apr 2025
264: Catapult's Vector 8: The Future of Athlete Monitoring Unveiled

264: Catapult's Vector 8: The Future of Athlete Monitoring Unveiled

Join us this week on the Science for Sport podcast as we dive into an exciting conversation with Jacques Groenewald, the Vice President of Engineering at Catapult. In this episode, we explore the gro…

00:41:35  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
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