‘Do I Need Permission to Have a Baby?’ - The Untold Struggles of Female Athletes
What if being a mother was seen as a career risk? What if talking about fertility was still considered taboo in 2025? And what if female footballers had to choose between the game they love and the family they dream of?
In this powerful Q&A episode, Rach and Millie dive deep into one of the most important and under-discussed topics in women’s football: motherhood, fertility, and the right to choose without fear.
From Hannah Blundell’s inspiring return to Manchester United after giving birth, to the need for clubs to support fertility education, smear tests, and open conversations.
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Man Utd Stay Unbeaten, Rock Solid Chelsea & Arsenal Finding Form
How have Jess Park and Ella Toone become such a dangerous duo for Man Utd? What makes Chelsea so solid at the back after five clean sheets in their last seven games? Are Arsenal finding some form at just the right time, ahead of big game against Chelsea this weekend?
Millie and Rach also discuss their frustration with fireworks and what they'd do to fix it.
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Traitor Or Faithful? 👀 Werewolf or Vampire? 👻 HALLOWEEN Q&A 🎃
What’s the girls’ favourite scary movie? Who would they haunt if they were a ghost? And which England teammate would swoop in to save them from a spider?
Millie and Rach are getting into the Halloween spirit (quite literally) in this week’s special spooky Q&A episode 👻
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England v Brazil Review, International Breaks Plus ALL NEW “Block and Delete”
Millie and Rach breakdown England’s 2-1 defeat against Brazil at the Etihad. They discuss Khiara Keating’s international debut, Maya Le Tissier’s performance and how a little shake up of England’s lineup is refreshing to see.
They explain how tough it is to play international fixtures again after becoming European Champions, and why losing games can actually be a positive in the long run.
And Millie’s had a great new idea! Block and delete. Listen to the full episode to find out what it is all about…
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What Makes A Good Pub, A Good Pub?
What exactly is it about a top tier pub that makes it so brilliant? Why is the community around a pub so important? What memories do Millie and Rach have of spending time around their local boozers growing up?
The pair also discuss what they’d like to be doing in life in 10 years and what their favourite ever football kits are.
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Rachel Daly & Millie Bright. Best Friends. Bold Insights. All Things Football.
The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness isn’t just another football podcast, it’s a deep dive into the heart of women’s football, where the action on the pitch meets the culture that sets it apart. Hosted by Lionesses and best friends Millie Bright and Rachel Daly, this show blends expert match analysis and dressing room tales with thoughtful conversations about the growing influence of the sport away from the pitch.
Millie and Rachel go beyond the game, tackling important topics like diversity, player welfare, and cultural shifts that are shaping the future of the sport. Expect insightful interviews with big names, lively debates about the action on the pitch, and real talk on everything from groundbreaking policies to viral social media moments.
Bringing unmatched insight into the game and the vibrant community around it, The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness keeps you informed, entertained, and connected to the heart of the game.
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