GWS Giants coach Adam Kingsley on that famous half-time spray, Taylor Swift vs Slipknot and his coaching philosophy

About this episode

Adam Kingsley discusses his coaching philosophy, a famous half-time spray, and his interests outside of football.

Ever since Georgie saw him do something strange on a flight from Melbourne - something that sparked a big debate - he's been an unofficial third host of this podcast. He's also coach of the GWS Giants, a former premiership player with Port Adelaide, and an all-round excellent sport.  Adam Kingsley gives us a look behind the curtain at the Giants, the truth behind that famous half-time spray, and his motivations for coaching after a successful career as a player.  We get the logic behind the infamous stand-up desk he fashions for himself on flights, the story from his playing days where he was told he “cost Port a premiership”, and why his old teammates still won’t let him forget it. Plus, life outside footy: Taylor Swift, Slipknot, and long-lost Greek restaurants.    Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Georgie Tunny, Abbey Gelmi

Guest: Adam Kingsley

Topics covered

• coaching philosophy
• AFL
• GWS Giants
• sports culture
• music
• personal anecdotes

Keywords

• Adam Kingsley
• GWS Giants
• coaching
• AFL
• Taylor Swift
• Slipknot
• sports
• personal stories

Sponsors

Harvey Norman

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: GWS Giants, Port Adelaide

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