



In Conversation: Saya Sakakibara on Fear, Olympic Gold and Finding What Comes Next
Olympic BMX champion Saya Sakakibara joins Marlee Silva after giving her a firsthand lesson on the track. Saya opens up about the perfectionism that affected her home World Championships, the complicated emotions surrounding her silver medal, and the question she faced after winning Olympic gold: …

In Conversation: Gold Coast Titans - A Club Building For It's Community
Welcome back to Marlee and Me, storytelling beyond the scoreline. Yaama I’m Marlee Silva and if you’re new here this is a sports podcast unlike the kind you’re used to. These are conversations that get to the heart of your favourite athletes. This year, I’ve had the great pleasure of sitting down…

In Conversation: Pulling back the curtain on the Melbourne Storm (Part 2), 'Tackling Tough Together'
Welcome back to Marlee and Me, storytelling beyond the scoreline. Marlee Silva is back for a 4th season of her powerful podcast that features some of Australia’s most beloved rugby league stars! If you’re new here this is a sports podcast unlike the kind you’re used to. There’s no game analysis, …

In Conversation: Pulling back the curtain on the Melbourne Storm (Part 1)
Welcome back to Marlee and Me, storytelling beyond the scoreline. Marlee Silva is back for a 4th season of her powerful podcast that features some of Australia’s most beloved rugby league stars! If you’re new here this is a sports podcast unlike the kind you’re used to. There’s no game analysis, …

In Conversation: Corban Baxter & Kiana Takairangi - Helping the next Generation
Marlee sits down with two of the NRLW's most influential figures, Corban Baxter and Kiana Takairangi, to discuss a journey that started on the playing field and evolved into a shared business and community mission. The duo—who grew up together and share a deep, personal bond—candidly discuss the f…

In Conversation: Emma Verran - The Name, The Game, and The Insatiable Drive
Marlee sits down with the dynamic NRLW and former Olympic Rugby Sevens star Emma Verran (née Tonegato) for a raw and honest conversation about identity, pressure, and never being satisfied. Emma opens up about celebrating a recent wedding anniversary and how her family history, including her Itali…

In Conversation: Sam Thaiday & David Lakisa - Beyond the Jersey
Broncos, Queensland, and Australia legend Sam Thaiday, who connects his Torres Strait Islander heritage to his career success; and respected Pasifika consultant David Lakisa, who works tirelessly to validate the unique cultural identities of athletes joins Marlee for an in depth chat. Together, th…

In Conversation: Josh Kerr - Culture Elevates Culture
Josh Kerr (or as he has become to be known as 'The Microwave man') is one of the biggest characters in the NRL. As a proud Quandamooka man from the Moreton Bay region, Josh opens up about navigating his path and understanding his place in the world, influenced profoundly by his family and communit…

In Conversation: Broncos Hero Gayle Broughton on Her Journey: ‘I Shouldn’t Be Standing Here’
Gayle Broughton, has an incredible story rooted in her Māori identity and her journey from Hawera, New Zealand. She opens up about the unique challenges she faced growing up and how her whānau played a vital role in guiding her towards sport. That journey led her to incredible heights, like win…

In Conversation: Lewis Brown - Footy to Fashion - The Earls Legacy
Lewis Brown, a true veteran of the NRL with nearly 200 games and a proud Kiwi international. Lewis's journey through professional rugby league was defined by resilience, both on and off the field, profoundly shaped by his family and Māori heritage. He shares candidly about the significant moments…