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As Geelong and the AFL sift through the messy business of Jake Kolodjashnij’s concussion waiver, Caroline Wilson says it’s time for league chairman Craig Drummond to take a leave of absence. Fellow panellists Jake Niall, Sam McClure and AFLW champion Libby Birch also weigh in with their thoughts on the saga that is the talk of the footy world. Meanwhile, Josh Fraser’s momentum as Carlton coach is undeniable, Steven King has Melbourne in premiership contention and the AFLW season starts in style.
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Can the Hawks make a statement at the Gabba, or will the Lions bounce back from last week’s stinging loss to Carlton? With tipping supremacy on the line, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan disagree on how this monumental swing game will play out. The Sunday-night clash between St Kilda and Carlton is also a bone of contention, while Collingwood face a “danger game” in the west and Fremantle get a rare dress rehearsal at the MCG. It’s round 22, and as tipping competitions draw towards a close, you’ve come to the best place for advice on making your move.
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Our podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall give the latest word on coach searches as Carlton and the Bombers narrow down the list of candidates. The groundswell of support for Josh Fraser is growing after the Blues' statement win over the reigning premiers, while Essendon's process and political history comes under scrutiny. The pressure is ramping up on North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson, with former West Coach premiership coach and Roos premiership player Adam Simpson in the wings. Plus, the impact of Richmond's rare win, the "Amnesia Football League", the return of AFLW, and the AFL coach who decided to break out of character and get a bit edgy.
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Carlton take on the reigning premiers who are riding a seven-game winning streak, and our tipsters expect the the Blues to come out breathing fire for captain Patrick Cripps' 250th match. But is that emotion enough to tip the Blues? It's moving round, and there are plenty of 50-50 clashes at play in round 21. The battle of Charlie Curnow against former teammate Jack Silvagni takes centre stage, as does Christian Petracca's first match against the Demons. Plus, the "stinker" that's a toss of the coin.
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Our podcasters are joined by special guest Sam Docherty, with plenty to discuss after a dramatic round 20. He gives a player's insight into the booing of Magpie Isaac Quaynor, the heated on-field exchange between Suns Christian Petracca and Leo Lombard, and what Josh Fraser would bring to Carlton as coach. Plus, how the Saints ran out of runway for injured star Max King, what no one saw coming from veteran Hawthorn forward Jack Gunston, and a blunt assessment of Collingwood's premiership chances after their sixth consecutive win.
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Melbourne make a rare appearance in the Friday night prime-time slot against perennial contenders Geelong, and our tipsters Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are divided. Plus, the Blues' crucial clash against Gold Coast who are set to lose a key forward at season's end, the blunt assessment of Essendon against old rivals Hawthorn, and the Jekyll and Hyde side you'd only tip if you were desperate.
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The Tasmania Devils made the first move in this season’s coaching race, appointing Ken Hinkley as their inaugural coach.
Our podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jon Pierik delve into what this means for John Longmire and Nathan Buckley and the two clubs still searching for a coach.
Plus, the Demons raise the bar, the Pies are charging, relief for the Bombers, Max King's comeback, the Suns' bad week, and more.
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- The inside story of a coaching coup 17 years in the making.
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Carlton played dumb in the wet last week, but have their best chance in sometime of beating their old enemy Collingwood in round 19.
The question Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan pose to tipsters is whether this is the game to take a risk on as they seek to salvage their season.
If not, can North Melbourne upset Melbourne at Marvel, can St Kilda break their drought in Geelong, will the Crows topple Sydney and what are the chances of Gold Coast rectifying their fall against the Western Bulldogs?
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After leaving the Tigers in a hole, that’s now getting deeper, to play with “new toys” up north, Damien Hardwick has written off the Suns’ finals chances. Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure question what message that sends to his players.
They also discuss Cats carnage, Bomber voting blocs, coaching manoeuvres, Marcus Bontempelli’s duels with Nick Daicos and Harley Reid and whether the AFL’s biggest stars get paid enough.
Oh, and we debate whether South Australian footy fans should be more insulted about being called “peanuts” or “nuffies”.
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The top-of-the-table clash between Fremantle and Sydney is the perfect scenesetter for round 18, with a host of games to challenge AFL tipsters. Peter Ryan tells guest panelist Sam McClure he’s been burnt too many times by North Melbourne, so will be tipping Collingwood to beat them on Friday, while the GWS vs Geelong game and the battle between Cartlon and Hawthorn are pivotal for this year’s finals race and also for many tipping competitions across the country.
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As the fallout from the fiery clash between Gold Coast and Collingwood continues, Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson argue Brayden Maynard and Touk Miller should have been suspended for umpire contact. They also discuss the "rockstar" momentum gathering behind James Hird's campaign for the Essendon coaching job, while Josh Fraser and Steven King show the benefits of a thorough apprenticeship. Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's scintillating form, Jeremy Cameron's underwhelming performances and the question of where Lachie Neale will play in 2027 are also on our agenda.
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The AFL is rare in world sport for having people running out onto the field of play, during play, to dispatch messages from the coach.
They are the conduit between the coach and the players in real time. Not all messages arrive as they were sent, and the messages that go back to the coach are seldom delivered.
In a Real Footy bonus episode, host and senior sports writer Michael Gleeson interviews Brendan Riseley, who ran in more games, for more clubs, and more coaches than anyone else in the game.
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The bye rounds are over and there’s some intriguing games for Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan to review in round 17. It all kicks off with Geelong hosting Brisbane in a grand final rematch. Our tipsters suspect the Swans have been worked out ahead of their game against the Bulldogs. Gold Coast versus Collingwood shapes as a genuine swing game, Carlton chase seven wins in a row, Fremantle try to keep their winning streak alive, the Hawks are out to protect their Launceston fortress and the Saints hope to keep Essendon’s losing streak running. Plus, our tipsters ask whether a Showdown comedown will expose Port Adelaide against North Melbourne for the second time this season.
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Zak Butters’ intentions seem clear, but Port Adelaide will drive a hard bargain for their star midfielder. Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson say the Western Bulldogs remain his most likely destination, but aren’t discounting the Tigers from entering the negotiations. As for the Blues and Bombers, they’re ramping up their respective searches for a coach, and on the Gold Coast it’s the same old sorry tale for the Suns as we run our eye over all the action from round 16 of the AFL season.
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The Magpies sit outside the top 10 and plenty of questions have been asked about their list. Which Richmond will confront them this week: the plucky fighters or footy fodder? Our podcasters Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan dissect round 16, the last of the mid-season bye rounds.
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The Blues have found their voice under interim coach Josh Fraser, but their honeymoon ain’t over yet, according to Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan. The question now is what to do about Fraser. St Kilda, meanwhile, are seeking answers after a dark day against the Dogs, Hawk Jack Ginnivan escapes a striking suspension and the rampaging Dockers are grappling with the question of whether their form is simply too good for this time of year.
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Round 15 delivers some tantalising contests. Ladder leaders Fremantle host the only team to beat them so far this season, Geelong. Melbourne strive for a win away from the MCG against the in-form Crows. The disappointing Suns host the Hawks, who’ve had a week to stew over their last performance, and Marvel Stadium co-tenants St Kilda and the Western Bulldogs renew their rivalry. Thankfully, we’ve got Andrew Wu and Danny Russell on hand to make sense of it and help footy tipsters find some winners.
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The AFL executive general manager of football visits the Real Footy studio for an in-depth chat on all the big issues in the game with Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure. From the state of umpiring to contentious rules, the video-review system, draft concessions, the impending arrival of the Tasmania Devils, the struggles of Carlton and Essendon and the introduction of wild-card finals, nothing’s off the table in this broad-ranging discussion.
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Essendon have already beaten Melbourne once this season. Can they do it again? And how will the Roos recover from their embarrassing performance last week in Bunbury? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan preview round 14, highlighting the games where tipsters can get one up on their rivals.
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Kysaiah Pickett followed Neale’s Daniher’s mantra to the letter to win the Big Freeze match for the Dees. Harry McKay took the opposite approach, chewing up time to get the Blues home. But will his tactics force an AFL rule review? After round 13 produced six close games and one embarrassing Kangaroos capitulation, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure have plenty to discuss.
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Is the Lions’ season on the skids? One of our panellists certainly thinks so ahead of a huge Q Clash against the Suns. Elsewhere, there are rematches aplenty in round 13 as a number of teams face-off against each other for the second time this season. Among the games Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan run their eyes over are Geelong versus Adelaide, Hawthorn up against the Western Bulldogs and the Big Freeze match on Monday between Collingwood and Melbourne.
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James Hird might have the loudest support, but Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson agree there’s one man who stands above him and all other potential candidates for the vacant Essendon coaching job … if he can be convinced to apply. Carlton clock the “win of the year” under Josh Fraser, Fremantle frank their flag favouritism, St Kilda disappoint again and the football community pays solemn tribute to Neale Daniher. There’s plenty to discuss after round 12.
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Essendon travel west after sacking their coach, teams top up at the mid-season draft and the Giants hook into some ice-cold beers after their remarkable win over the reigning premiers, whose credentials are now under question. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan run their eye over what’s coming in round 12 of the AFL season.
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As news emerges that Essendon has parted ways with coach Brad Scott, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall jump in the studio to record a special episode of the Real Footy podcast. Why did the axe fall on Scott, and have the Bombers contradicted themselves? We ask all the big questions raised by this decision, including whether James Hird will throw his hat in the ring and who might be the other candidates for the job?
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Caroline Wilson expects the Bombers will say bye-bye to their coach by the bye round, but fellow panellists Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall think Brad Scott has more time than that to lift his embattled club. And what does the coaching merry-go-round mean for Luke Beveridge? Our panelists have a left-field suggestion for the Western Bulldogs coach. Plus, we review all the major talking points from round 11.
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West Coast have been framed as the “Washington Generals” in Collingwood’s plan to celebrate Scott Pendlebury’s record-breaking game. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan ponder their chances of ruining the occasion with an almighty upset. Plus they preview the big match between the Cats and Swans, and explain why it’s time for the Saints and Kangaroos to take a scalp.
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Carlton taste a rare victory, Melbourne enjoy one against a highly fancied opponent and Collingwood seem more concerned with Scott Pendlebury’s impending milestone than putting wins on the board. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson debate all the big topics after round 10 of the AFL season, including their thoughts on a rising AFL star who terrifies one of our panellists and reminds another of a Bombers great from the past.
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Is Geelong’s form good enough to topple the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba in the grand final rematch, and can Carlton bounce back from their week of turmoil after the sacking of coach Michael Voss? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan ask these questions as they run their eye over all the round-10 AFL matches, including the 30-year reunion of the “merger cup” between Melbourne and Hawthorn and Collingwood’s big challenge against Syddney - “the worst fixture they could possibly have”.
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Collingwood's frailties - immediate and long-term - are exposed by Geelong. Fremantle wins over their doubters with a barnstorming win over Hawthorn, and the AFL Commission prepares for a major overhaul. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson unpack all the big issues in football after round nine and look ahead to the grand final rematch between the Lions and Cats.
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In this bonus episode, Peter Ryan and Danny Russell take an in-depth look at the AFL tribunal after string of controversial cases so far in 2026 have thrust the judiciary back into the spotlight.
We've had a hearing interrupted by an open-house inspection, and another by barking dogs, and we’ve even had a King's Counsel sacked after delivering a judgement that AFL headquarters couldn’t stomach.
To complement a series running in The Age this week, Peter and Danny discuss how and why the judiciary works the way it does, ask what improvements need to be made and unpack the controversial matters of the season so far.
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Between them, the Hawks and Dockers haven't lost a game for eight weeks. That will change on Thursday night in Perth. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the top-four clash, as well as the big match between Geelong and Collingwood where Scott Pendlebury will match the AFL games record and Tom Stewart will clock up his 200th appearance. But it's the game between Port Adelaide and the Western Bulldogs that causes the fiercest debate between our tipping experts as they discuss all the action coming up in round nine.
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As Carlton's recurring nightmare continues, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the chances of coach Michael Voss keeping his job, and name the man most likely to takeover if and when he is jettisoned. Plus, they discuss whether Scott Pendlebury should've played in Collingwood's draw with Hawthorn, the Showdown thriller, the sacking of Melbourne CEO Paul Guerra, why the "AFL needed Richmond to (finally) win", and how a sneaky photo of a whiteboard in the Lions' changerooms showed the Chris Fagan's team is not as humble as they project.
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Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni take on Carlton for the first time since defecting to St Kilda, Port Adelaide hit the Showdown with the Crows in form, the Pies rest Pendlebury for the big clash with Hawthorn, the Bulldogs enter their match against Fremantle in freefall, North Melbourne are a "sneaky show" in Geelong, the Tigers have a chance to score their first win in the west and Gold Coast are poised to arrest their deplorable record against GWS. There's plenty of tipping strategy for Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan to discuss ahead of round eight of the AFL season.
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The AFL turned back the clock in a series of video-review snafus in round seven, prompting Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure to ask if the league’s obsession with technology has gone too far. In a different way, Scott Pendlebury, 38, also turned back the clock, producing a timeless Anzac Day performance that raises the question; is he the greatest Magpie ever? We’ve got that and all the other big news from round seven.
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Essendon haven’t won on Anzac Day since COVID times, but Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are yet to be convinced by Collingwood, and say the Dons are not without hope on Saturday. Gold Coast, likewise, pose a threat to Hawthorn’s winning streak, but would have to conquer their own Launceston hoodoo to cause an upset, while the Bulldogs, beset by injuries, face an almighty challenge to mark their premiership reunion with a win over the in-form Swans and the Cats take an imposing form line to Adelaide for their clash with the Power.
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Carlton are under scrutiny for their management of Elijah Hollands in their heartbreaking loss to Collingwood. Magpie Nick Daicos and Geelong’s Jeremy Cameron deliver virtuoso performances, the Bulldogs lose one of the AFL’s brightest young stars to a shattering injury and the luck of the Irish smiles on the Demons as they cause a massive upset over the reigning premier. It’s all on the table on this week’s episode of the Real Footy podcast, featuring Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall.
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Carlton v Collingwood, the Battle of the Bridge, the WA derby; there's feuds aplenty in the AFL this week. Peter Ryan and Danny Russell run their eye over the round six matches. In a worry for all other teams, they find the Brisbane Lions are getting better. Plus they ask, what in the blazers have St Kilda been getting up to on their week in Adelaide, how many goals will Nick Larkey kick for the Kangas and what did Prince Harry and Tom Liberatore chat about when they met up at Whitten Oval?
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Sam Darcy is the hottest property in the AFL, but the Western Bulldogs have a huge call to make on the star forward. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Peter Ryan, Libby Birch and Caroline Wilson debate the Darcy dilemma. They also discuss the future of Gather Round, Charlie Curnow's slow start to life as a Swan, Essendon's drought-breaking win, where Richmond's next victory is coming from and ask what will the ramifications be if Carlton beat Collingwood on Thursday night.
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The Western Bulldogs might be the only undefeated team left, but Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are unwilling to make the "leap of faith" required to back them against Hawthorn in Gather Round. The Sydney v Gold Coast game is the one that divides the opinion of our tipsters, who also discuss North Melbourne's most important acquisition, Collingwood's scoring problems and the possible ramifications of a St Kilda loss to Port Adelaide.
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Hawthorn and Geelong serve up the game this AFL season needed, Carlton capitulate once more, Steven King's Demons provide a blueprint for beating the Suns, and the Brisbane Lions' Will Ashcroft puts on a clinic against the Pies. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure also debate the value of old-school coaching sprays, the merit of wildcard round, the trade Collingwood will live to regret, and whether Zach Merrett's wife, Alexandra, had to pre-book for her fine-dining experience when the Bombers were on the canvas against the Bulldogs on Saturday night.
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The Easter round throws up a variety of intriguing AFL games, with Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan disagreeing on where to put their faith on Good Friday. They also debate the merits of speculative "expected-score" statistics, ponder how much damage the Western Bulldogs could do to the Bombers and get excited for the rematch of last year's preliminary final between Hawthorn and Geelong.
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One-time AFL behemoths Carlton and Essendon delivered more disappointment to their long-suffering supporters at the weekend, prompting Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson to ask if either club has reached its lowest ebb. The league also comes in for scrutiny after a boundary-line blunder, inexplicable jumper clash and faulty fixture, but wins praise for locking in the grand final timing and entertainment.
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The Magpies have an unhealthy reliance on Nick Daicos, but our tipsters, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan, reckon they'll get the job done against the Giants. They also preview two Marvel Stadium matches between sworn enemies - St Kilda v Brisbane Lions and Essendon v North Melbourne - and analyse why Melbourne are going to be a difficult team to tip all season long.
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Essendon's disastrous start to the season puts more heat on coach Brad Scott and their lacklustre leaders. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson also discuss Docker Patrick Voss' fine for taunting Melbourne's Harrison Petty, and whether the AFL bears any blame for the spate of hamstring injuries that have sidelined star players across the competition. Plus, they analyse the rise of the brilliant Western Bulldogs and the Tasmanian turf war between the Devils and the Hawks.
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The Crows get their firestarter back after a long suspension, but the in-form Bulldogs should have them covered in one key area in Friday night's blockbuster in Adelaide. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan lay down their round two tips, asking will Sydney's injuries hobble them against the Hawks and who will win the statement game between GWS and St Kilda.
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Collingwood, Carlton, Essendon and Richmond are Victoria’s big four clubs with the power to fill the MCG weekly, but what will happen if they all struggle in the same season? Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure ponder that question while also asking what the Saints really got for their $4m splurge, whether the Bombers regret hanging onto Zach Merrett and why the Magpies left themselves so bereft in attack. Plus they talk through impending changes to the AFL drugs policy and pre-season predictions they’d like to take back.
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Round one of the AFL season promises some spite, with the Bombers and Hawks renewing their rivalry, Roos fans reacquainting with Jason Horne-Francis, Jack Steele facing the Saints and the Pies and Crows meeting for the first time since last year's hostile final. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan strip back the emotion in search of some winners. They find the Lions' lack of discipline could be costly against the in-form Swans, and Pete reveals the type of clothing he "wouldn't be caught dead" wearing.
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Nick Daicos and Scott Pendlebury run amok for Collingwood, prompting our panel to ask if St Kilda's Ross Lyon was out-coached and how his playmaker Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera will cope with being a marked man. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson also get their first look at the AFL's new rules as well as Charlie Curnow, Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver in their new colours. Plus, they debate Andrew Dillon's future - and likely successor - as AFL chief, and Sam Docherty dumping on his old club, Carlton.
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Charlie Curnow won't know what's hit him when he and his new Swans teammates open the 2026 AFL season against his former club, Carlton. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are back in 2026 to take you through the games and share their wisdom on all things AFL. Hopefully, they can help you pick a winner in your tipping contest. Other games this week include Gold Coast v Geelong, GWS v Hawthorn, Brisbane Lions v Hawthorn and St Kilda v Collingwood.
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After a lengthy AFL trading period, the biggest news surrounds a player who didn't get his wish - Essendon captain Zach Merrett, who couldn't get to Hawthorn. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan also examine Charlie Curnow's monster move to the Swans and the new-look Demons after Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver were shipped off to new clubs.
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After Hawthorn finally came to the party and came up with a trade offer for Essendon captain Zach Merrett, our podcasters - Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan - are sceptical that a deal can be reached, even with the deadline only 24 hours away. "Hawthorn haven't come up with a deal that respects the fact that they have to lose something beyond a pick - they have to lose a player," explains Ryan. The machinations of deals involving big names Charlie Curnow, Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca are also on the agenda.
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The AFL trade period is in a state of inertia, but the intrigue remains strong with 48 hours until the final deadline. Christian Petracca's switch to the Gold Coast hasn't happened yet, but it will. What is more interesting is the roadblocks facing star forward Charlie Curnow's potential move to Sydney Swans.
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We're halfway through AFL trade period, 13 trades in and things are starting to get spicy. Andrew Wu and and Marc McGowan run their eye over the action on day five and what lies ahead over the weekend. They discuss Geelong's three-pick offer for Charlie Curnow, Gold Coast clearing space to bring in Christian Petracca, St Kilda reneging on their offer to Leek Aleer and what Wuey would do if he was Carlton list manager for a day.
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Sam McClure's scoop senses are tingling, are Zak Butters and Zach Merrett about to execute their exit strategies and blow the trade period wide open? Sam says something is afoot, but he's not sure what. He joins Peter Ryan to talk about day four of trading, including Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's redemption story and Steven May's prospects of finding a new club.
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How much are the Demons willing to pay for Clayton Oliver to play for a rival club for the next five years? Andrew Wu and Jake Niall discuss the intricacies of the star onballer's falling out with his club and why the Giants are leading Collingwood in the haggling for his services. Plus all the action and inaction of day three of the AFL trade period, including the developments on talks about the futures of Charlie Curnow, Christian Petracca and Zach Merrett.
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The Swans are frontrunners for Charlie Curnow, but only if they are willing to give up something Carlton wants. Clayton Oliver tours the GWS facilities and the Suns build a moat around Bailey Humphrey. Sam McClure and Peter Ryan discuss the deals that happened on day two of the AFL trade period, those that are taking shape and those that are stuttering. Plus, they ask what are the risks and rewards for clubs who make their disgruntled players honour their contracts, and is their a path for Zach Merrett to make his way to Hawthorn.
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Melbourne says the Suns will need to pay up to get Christian Petracca. Charlie Curnow is gettable, Zach Merrett isn't and Zak Butters makes all recruiters go weak at the knees. The AFL trade period gets underway with all the bluster, posturing and skullduggery footy fans have come to expect. Thankfully, we've got Michael Gleeson and Marc McGowan on the pod to make sense of it all.
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They now have back-to-back premierships, so how far can the Brisbane Lions take this dynasty? On the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Marc McGowan pore over the Lions' 47-point upset grand final defeat of Geelong. They analyse the big Lions gamble that hit the jackpot, the risks that backfired on the Cats and all the other major talking points from the 2025 season decider.
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Will the Lions roll the dice on Lachie Neale and what are the risks? And will the Cats go tall or small in replacing defensive pillar Tom Stewart? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan call injury analyst Libby Birch into this week's Real Footy tipping podcast as they discuss the factors that will decide the AFL grand final between the Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions.
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We've heard it before, but could this be Geelong's last dance, and are the Brisbane Lions building a dynasty? On the Real Footy podcast Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson go deep in their grand final preview. Will the Lions pick Lachie Neale, and who will the Cats choose to replace Tom Stewart? Plus, controversial umpiring calls, speccies, board unrest at the Bombers, trade whispers and much more. It's a must-listen at the start of the biggest week on the AFL calendar.
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The season is on the line as Geelong faces Hawthorn and Collingwood take on the Brisbane Lions. Who will win and why, and what factors will decide these two epic preliminary finals? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the games and the tactics that will decide them in this week's episode of the Real Footy tipping podcast.
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Good luck getting a ticket to the MCG this weekend as Geelong and Hawthorn renew their long-running rivalry, and Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions face-off in the AFL preliminary finals. Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson are pumped up for both games after a weekend of semi-finals where the Crows and Suns were exposed for their lack of finals experience. Plus, they also talk Zach Merrett's stand-off with the Bombers, Melbourne's appointment of Steven King as coach AFL commission politics.
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What was it that derailed the Crows' first final and can they bounce back on Friday night against the Hawks in the semi-final? On the Real Footy podcast, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss finals tipping tactics and the Q Clash Wuey - and all of Queensland - has been waiting for.
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The Lions lost their first final to Geelong and have yet more injury concerns. Can the reigning champs bounce back, firstly against their little brothers from the Gold Coast this week, and beyond that, to defend their hold on their title? Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson give their assessment in this week's edition of the Real Footy podcast and discuss all the other news from the first week of finals and the intriguing political machinations taking place at the very top of the AFL.
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Collingwood have the edge in finals experience but is their form good enough to silence the hyped-up Adelaide crowd? Will Geelong's soft run late in the season be a help or hindrance when they take on the Lions at the MCG? This week on the Real Footy tipping podcast, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan run the ruler over the AFL qualifying finals as well as the two cut-throat elimination finals - GWS v Hawthorn and Fremantle v Gold Coast.
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With the AFL finals upon us, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Marc McGowan analyse the games and the key factors that need to be considered at selection this week. They also discuss the contentious calls in this year's All-Australian team and awards night, Mitch Brown's groundbreaking decision to come out as the AFL's first bisexual former player, off-season recruiting games and the latest on the Melbourne coaching vacancy.
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The Brisbane Lions have injury woes, but also a double chance and key players waiting to return. Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall say they are now perfectly placed to defend their premiership crown. The bitterness between the Crows and Magpies is analysed as they deal with the Izak Rankine rancour and prepare for a tantalising qualifying final in Adelaide, while the panel also debates St Kilda's big cash splash. Listen in to find out who thinks the Saints have landed a coup and who argues they've simply averted a disaster by signing the AFL's first $2m dollar man.
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The Dogs and Dockers have it all to play for. It's crunch time for the Hawks and Lions, and also our tipsters. Listen to the Real Footy tipping podcast as Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan provide their tips and expert advice as the 2025 home and away season draws to a thrilling conclusion.
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Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's shrewd negotiating skills are rewarded with the richest contract in AFL history. Adelaide star Izak Rankine is under investigation for an alleged homophobic slur. And, the race for the final eight is going down to the wire. Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Peter Ryan bring you all the news from a big week of footy on the Real Footy podcast.
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If you need to make up some ground with your tipping, this is the round to make your move. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan don't agree on much in this week's Real Footy tipping podcast, but they are united about the potential for round 23 to shape tipping contests all over the country. Listen in to find out who they're tipping and why.
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We're dropping an episode of our sister podcast, Good Weekend Talks, into your feed today as it features an interview with Real Footy star panellist - Libby Birch - ahead of the 2025 AFWL season opener on Thursday.
Since joining the league in its inaugural season, Birch has played 91 consecutive games of AFLW (only two women have played more), and at just 27, has more than a few years left.
She's a media performer of note, bringing sharp analysis to a TV special commentary role, as a radio pundit for 3AW, and as a columnist for The Age – not to mention a buoyant voice on our own Real Footy podcast.
Birch has also become a published author, just releasing “Libby’s Footy Adventures” – the first ever children’s book by an AFLW player. Hosting this conversation is Good Weekend senior writer Konrad Marshall.
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Collingwood are wobbling. Can they resurrect their season? The Demons are looking for a coach. Is Nathan Buckley the man for the job? And the Dogs are still outside the eight. Do they attack too much? These questions and more - including our preview of the AFL season - are up for discussion on this week's edition of the Real Footy podcast with Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Libby Birch.
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Will the "sacked-coach bounce" work in reverse for the Demons when they take on the Western Bulldogs following Simon Goodwin's axing? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan expect so in this week's edition of the Real Footy tipping podcast. Plus, they discuss what Will Day's foot injury means for Hawthorn, both in terms of this week's game against Collingwood and their finals prospects. And you can catch up on all their tips for in round 22 of the 2025 AFL season as tipping contests go down to the wire with just 28 games left in the home and away season.
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Should North Melbourne’s long-suffering supporters expect more from their team? Why is it the Lions can always summon a victory when they need it, and have Collingwood disrespected their arch rival Carlton, or is it just a case of Craig McRae being cheeky or smug? All those issues, plus injuries worries for two key finals contenders, are up for discussion in this week’s edition of the Real Footy podcast with Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall.
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Gazing into the crystal ball that is the AFL ladder predictor, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan deliver some final-eight forecasts that surprise even themselves on this week's tipping edition of the Real Footy podcast. Turning their attention to round 21, they pontificate over the prospects of the Western Bulldogs against GWS, weigh-up a fascinating clash between Adelaide and Hawthorn and disagree vehemently over who will triumph in Saturday night's MCG match between Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions.
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Nasiah the messiah pulled off a comeback of the ages for the Saints. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall ask how did he do it, what does it mean for his future and how did the rudderless Demons let it happen? They also discuss Alastair Clarkson's future after the Cats feasted on souvalakis and his Larkey-less Roos, Gold Coast's statement win against the Lions, the jam-packed field for this year's Brownlow Medal and the contrasting shades of Toby Greene.
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In a round of intrastate rivalries, we turn to the Age's two best tipsters of 2025 for the Real Footy podcast. Peter Ryan and Michael Gleeson debate if the Suns can turn the tables on the Lions in the match of the round, who'll win an intriguing "Battle of the Bridge" in the Harbour City and a tricky match-up between St Kilda and Melbourne. Plus, they identify the No.1 benefit of Carlton and Essendon getting more prime-time games
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As Greg Swann clocks on as the AFL head of football, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall have a laundry list of issues for him and the game to tackle. Plus, our panel discusses Steve May's prospects at the tribunal, Fremantle turning the tables on Collingwood in a close game, the Suns' on-brand capitulation against Adelaide and the floating fixture "disaster".
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Crunch time is approaching in the AFL season, for clubs and tipsters alike. On the Real Footy podcast, Peter Ryan and Danny Russell give us their tips for round 19, including the must-watch clash between the Dogs and Lions, "danger games" for the Cats and Pies and a sneaky contender for match of the round between the Crows and Suns. As The Age's resident racing writer, Danny provides listeners with an added bonus. Stay tuned all the way to end to catch his 10th tip of the week.
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While the Bombers and Tigers played out a stinker at the MCG, the non-Victorian clubs made their charge in round 18. This week on the Real Footy podcast Michael Gleeson Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss all the important news in the AFL, including questions hanging over the Bulldogs, Collingwood's conundrums and ask whether Fremantle has been ruthless enough with their veterans.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan debate whether tipping nine can be more or less meaningful depending on the round, whether the Suns will announce themselves as the real deal this Friday night and discuss why North Melbourne's clash with the Demons is of particular interest.
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In a bumper edition of this week's podcast, the pros, cons and implications of a radical AFL fixture revamp idea are put under the spotlight, our podcasters Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan get animated when discussing what 'success' in the AFL should look like and they tackle a key question for Carlton fans\: would the club be better off if Jacob Weitering replaced Patrick Cripps as captain?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan hit rock bottom and the nervous nineties, respectively, on the tipping edition of the podcast this week. Will the Blues-Pies clash be tighter than people think? Can the Bombers cause an upset against the Suns? Will the Cats be lethargic coming off the bye? And is this the week the Demons get taught a lesson?
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While the footy world bids farewell to a five-week bye period and normal programming resumes this weekend, Carlton's poor showing against Port Adelaide last Thursday night remains high on the agenda. Our podcasters assess the sorry state of affairs at the Blues as injuries mount up and their finals hopes in smithereens. The SCG turf, Gold Coast 'grows up' as fans boo former players and the Tom Lynch case are all in the spotlight.
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On paper it seems like a straightforward AFL round. But on this week's Real Footy tipping podcast, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan have sage advice for tipsters searching for a sneaky upset. They ponder if Sydney are the league's sleeping giant, whether the Bulldogs will salute in Bont's 250th and whether the under-siege Blues can resurrect their season against Port Adelaide.
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The Blues are once again in turmoil following a disappointing loss to North Melbourne. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the winds of change blowing through the Blues. They also debate tagging tactics, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's mending of relationships at the Western Bulldogs and the mooted return of State of Origin footy. Plus, they identify the one team that might be the sleeping giant in this year's race for the finals.
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After climbing to the shared lead of The Age tipping contest, Peter Ryan joins Andrew Wu on the Real Footy tipping podcast to discuss the risks worth taking in round 15, St Kilda's selection strategy and how the Lions need to lift to topple the in-form Cats. Amid the expert advice, there's a healthy dose of banter, a few laughs and we even learn how the House of Wu will be watching the must-see clash between the Giants and Suns.
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Key forwards cashing in, the Bulldogs lurk menacingly outside the eight and conspiracy theories about the AFL fixture. All these matters are on the table in this week's episode of the Real Footy podcast. Plus, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson ask, was the Hawthorn v Adelaide match in Launceston engrossing or a snoozefest, and what has Melbourne learned from their past experience with long-term contracts?
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Can the Hawks continue their winning ways in Launceston against the Crows, and does Patrick Dangerfield's return to Geelong's forward line stifle Jeremy Cameron's influence? Peter Ryan is back to join Andrew Wu behind the mic for this week's Real Footy tipping podcast to answer these curly questions while also sharing a few laughs and their tipping wisdom. Plus, we find out why Wuey got home so late from last week's trip down the highway to GMHBA Stadium. Tune in to find out more.
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The fallout from the Big Freeze match, bruising bumps, the future of the Tassie Devils, North Melbourne's narrow escape in Bunbury and Andrew Dillon's fireside coastal catch-up with bailey Smith are among the hot topics on this week's Real Footy podcast, with Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure. What's more, Donald Trump and Elon Musk even rate a mention.
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Tipping aficionados Andrew Wu and Calum Jaspan dissect the round 13 games in our mid-week episode of the Real Footy podcast. Will it be the Dogs or Hawks who stamp their credentials in the Thursday-night blockbuster, will Adelaide's form prove irresistible against the reigning premier and can the Swans bounce back from last year's embarrassment? Tune in as we attempt to answer all those questions and many more.
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The Swans sink to a new low, the Hok-ballers cough up ad-hoc effort, Melbourne "kick themselves to death", and we ask which acronym do the Saints need more: NWM or TDK? All that and more must-listen footy chat in this week's Real Footy podcast with Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure.
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Libby Birch, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan look back at the players they should have taken and those they regret picking in our pre-season super draft before tipping round 12. Are the Hawks a sneaky chance against the rampaging Pies? How much of an impact is the change of coach having on the Swans? And is the Demons' bounceback the real deal?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss nepo babies, combative coaches and the Demons' revival. Plus, the issues that were exposed in North Melbourne's loss to the undermanned Pies, the Hawks' midfield problem and are the Blues good enough to turn their season around from here?
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Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu fail the maturity test as they discuss the route to victory for Carlton, the hardest game of the round to tip and why Essendon should be in the eight right now.
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Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall pay tribute to Adam Selwood and Robert Walls as the football world mourns their deaths.
The panel also looks back at the shock wins of round 10, the Bulldogs' premiership hopes, the leadership issues at AFL House and much more.
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40/20 is a brand new NRL podcast from The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. During this year's State of Origin and Finals series we'll be breaking down the biggest stories from across the game with the best journalists and NRL insiders from around the country. We'll be giving you press pass access as we breakdown the latest news, controversy and performances from the biggest matches in the Rugby League calendar. To listen to our episodes as soon as they drop follow 40/20 wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss footy fortresses, why Collingwood fans have reason to be confident against the Crows and the Bulldogs’ consistency in 2025.
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Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss a super Sunday of thrillers, the Demons’ decision to play Clayton Oliver in a tagging role, Justin Longmuir’s future as Fremantle coach and the AFL’s leadership issues.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss teams that struggle on the road, whether Collingwood can make do without a handful of stars and how to work a Bunsen burner in this week's tipping edition of the Real Footy podcast. Plus, the TDK Cup, GWS' record at the Cattery and are the Swans back?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, the panel dig into the feud between North Melbourne and Kane Cornes, discuss the rise of the AFL super-veterans and the scourge of five-day breaks. Plus, they identify the club who looked like they were running around in a "poo emoji" guernsey at the weekend.
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AFL round eight launches into action with Essendon's danger game against North Melbourne. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan run the rule over all nine matches, including an in-depth preview of the 28th Brisbane-Gold Coast showdown, otherwise known as the 'Q Clash'. They ask a key question, too: Should clubs execute their substitution earlier in matches?
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Libby Birch joins Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson to run into the fire and discuss whether the Blues are back, the Pies' flag favouritism and Ross Lyon's sideline spray. Plus, the things that have 'galvanised' the Bulldogs and made them dangerous, why the Swans can't play four quarters of footy and the Eagles' call to move Oscar Allen to the back line against Hawthorn.
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Ahead of a bumper AFL round seven including the feature Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu run the rule over the key match-ups. The recall of veteran ruckman Todd Goldstein for the injury-hit Bombers is an element of intrigue.
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Amid the sentencing for Noah Balta which included a curfew for the Richmond player for an assault charge, podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall put the AFL and the Tigers in the spotlight for their handling of his case, which included a senior game for the club before his penalty was handed down.
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As we enter an intriguing Easter round, our tipsters discuss two teams who've developed genuine swagger this season. Spoiler alert: the winless Demons are not one of them. We discuss their woes, the weakness in Brisbane's game, North's fight for credibility on Good Friday and Port's bid for the same. Plus, we look ahead to Monday's blockbuster between Geelong and Hawthorn.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Libby Birch analyse the plummeting prospects of Simon Goodwin and his Demons, the fallout from a "weird and wonderful" match between the Power and Hawks, the disrespect being shown to the Lions and the timeslot that's become the Easter graveyard shift of the AFL.
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We welcome a guest expert this week to help us identify the likely winners and losers in a tricky fixture of matches for Gather Round. Have the Suns and Saints earnt the respect of our tipsters and have the Blues and Demons lost it? Listen to find out.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss what's behind St Kilda's three-match win streak, Melbourne's list decisions and the umpiring blunder that denied Izak Rankine a late shot at goal. Plus, whether the Noah Balta ban was sufficient, Port Adelaide's coaching succession plan and Luke Beveridge's future.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan look ahead to round four and discuss whether this is the week the Blues break through for a win, the team that's painful to watch and the match that has "danger game" written all over it.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the big change in the way the best teams play footy and why it’s killing some teams who had finals aspirations. Plus, the AFL’s first crackdown on players being pushed into danger in a contest, Hawthorn’s point of difference over the competition and the encouraging signs from Essendon.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss one of the most impressive teams of the season so far, the importance of exciting footy and the small margins that turn a talented team into a winning team.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss Essendon's woes, St Kilda's big win, Sam Darcy's star turn against the Pies and the most enviable forward line in the competition. Plus, what the future holds for Sydney's Chad Warner and Collingwood's Brayden Maynard.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss potential blowouts, tipping certainties and the team that was pathetic in round one. Plus, how injuries are hitting the Swans hard, assessing Port's coaching succession plan and much more.
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Libby Birch joins Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson to discuss the psychology behind Carlton's shock loss to the Tigers, whether there's an advantage to playing opening round and the two standout teams in the competition. Plus, why Melbourne should be happy even though they lost, Bailey Smith's brilliant Geelong debut and were the Bombers right to re-sign Brad Scott so early in the year?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss where the Bombers will be vulnerable against the Hawks, what position Tom McCartin should play and the team that will be an early season mover.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall debate the merits of opening round and discuss the "puddlingly slow and old" Pies, the troubling exodus at Richmond and the people who are helping the Hawks rise.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss how much of an impact the Swans' grand final loss will have on their 2025 campaign, the most impactful absences of the round and why there are concerns around the Giants. Plus, top eight predictions and who will win the flag?
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Libby Birch, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss the teams and coaches under the most pressure in 2025, whether the Hawks can back up their 2024 efforts, how injuries have hit some clubs particularly hard and much more.
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To kick off the 2025 season, Libby Birch, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu get together to draft three teams of current AFL players and put them to a vote to decide whose is best.
Head to theage.com.au/afl to cast your vote and have your say in the comments.
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After 10 days, the AFL trade period culminated in a final, frantic, 15-minute stretch, and the man in the eye of the storm was Western Bulldogs recruiter Sam Power. MIchael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan break down all the big moves and explain what the clubs were thinking.
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Dan Houston was headed to Collingwood, then he wasn't, then he was. Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss how the mega deal was resurrected and who were the winners and losers as we wrap day nine of the 2024 trade period.
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Although it was another quiet day for player movement, a mega trade is taking shape involving four clubs. Peter Ryan wonders if it will be a good deal for Collingwood, but Marc McGowan says they stand to land the blue-chip asset.
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Finally, we got some action. Scott Spits and Andrew Wu discuss the rationale behind the pick swaps executed by Carlton, Brisbane, Richmond and Hawthorn on day five of the AFL trade period, and answer the question many Melbourne fans are now asking; 'who is Harry Sharp?'
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Andrew Wu and Marc McGowan discuss the negotiations that are holding up other deals and the clubs waiting in the wings if any trades fall over. Plus, the Tiger re-signed on a mega deal, and will pick 56 be enough to get Jake Stringer from Essendon to GWS?
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Although no players or picks were swapped, Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan analyse a number of the big off-field manoeuvres that were executed on day three of the AFL trade period.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss whether the Pies are wise to chase Dan Houston (and what a deal might look like), the chances of Clayton Oliver getting to Geelong and what it will take to get Liam Baker to the Eagles. Plus, free agency compensation explained and where the Cats stand on ruckmen.
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Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan discuss the state of play after day one of trade period, from the fascinating press conference with Melbourne list boss Tim Lamb to Monday's done deals to the state of the free agency compensation system. What's happening at the Bombers? And what's the best result the Roos could expect from splitting the No.2 pick?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss the Lions' thumping grand final win over the Swans, from the questions the Swans have to answer to the word on Joe Daniher's future. What was '"horrific" about John Longmire's press conference? Will the competition follow the new premiers' lead when it comes to game style? Plus, the highlights of the season, what the first round of games will look like in 2025 and a look ahead to trade period.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan take a look at the stats that could decide the grand final in the final expert tips podcast of the season. Who will be the most devastating players on the ground? Will injuries catch up with the Lions? And who will the Swans send to Harris Andrews?
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Jake Niall, Libby Birch and Michael Gleeson discuss the best game of the finals so far, why the AFL will be happy with a Sydney-Brisbane grand final and the key tactical battles for the season decider. Plus: do the Cats get held to a higher standard because they outperform expectations? And should the Swans take the risk and play Callum Mills?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan concede defeat in this week's expert tips episode. Have Port Adelaide already played their grand final? Will the Swans' eight-game losing streak against the Power have an influence on the match? Will the week off help or hinder the Cats? And can we trust the Lions not to fold under pressure?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss brain fades, sledges and fines as they dissect a big weekend of semi-final action. What does the future hold for the Hawks? What changes should the Giants make next season? And who was the unheralded hero in Brisbane's win over GWS?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan tip the semi-finals and issue a reminder about the stat to keep in mind this weekend. Are Hawthorn morals against Port Adelaide? And how will the Lions, who easily accounted for the Blues, go against the more serious test posed by the Giants?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss botched selection, the fearless Hawks and whether the Swans will be glass half empty or half full after the win over GWS. Should the pressure be on Michael Voss at Carlton? Plus, is Port Adelaide’s home-ground advantage actually suffocating them - and is that down to the coach?
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Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu look ahead to the first weekend of finals in this week's expert tips edition. Will the Cats have learnt from their most recent match against Port Adelaide? Will a lack of strong competition in the run home come back to bite the Hawks? Will this be the Swans' first finals win over GWS? And will the Blues be able to control Brisbane's midfield?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Libby Birch discuss the way the Christian Petracca and Demons situation has played out and what we can read into the actions of both the player and the club. Plus, a preview of this week's finals including the looming selection calls over some of the game's biggest players, the best stories and most questionable selections from the All-Australian team and were the Bombers right to only offer Jake Stringer a one-year contract?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the precarious nature of the competition this season after a dramatic final day of the home-and-away season. Is there enough benefit for the winners of the minor premiership? Did the Blues deserve a finals spot? How crucial is Liam Jones to the Bulldogs' structure? What was the most encouraging sign for the Saints? And do the Bombers need a rebuild?
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Friday night specialists Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan discuss an "incredibly mediocre" finalist, retirement conspiracy theories and the story of the year in this week's expert tips episode. Will we see another last-minute wooden spoon switch in season 2024? And can anyone tip the Bulldogs-Giants game with confidence?
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Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Peter Ryan discuss an extraordinary round of football that had huge implications for finals. How costly will the Lions’ loss to the Pies prove to be? What did the Blues learn from their win over West Coast? And are the Hawks good enough to win the flag this year? Plus, the three minutes that turned Sydney’s season, what the future holds for Christian Petracca and has a lack of unity held the Bombers back this season?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan follow the rules as they tip the penultimate round of the home-and-away season. Which top-eight team is looking shaky? Can the Pies keep their faint finals hopes alive with a win? And can the Blues pull off a miraculous victory in the west?
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With the 2024 premiership race wide open, the panellists on this week's Real Footy podcast say some teams are going to rue the late-season mistakes that blew their chance at a flag. They also discuss the heroes who stepped up for their teams when they were needed most and the future of several ageing Magpies.
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Are the Dees really still in finals contention? Our tipping experts reckon they're done, and they think Simon Goodwin does too. Plus they discuss the power of a 100-point margin; can the loser rebound and does the winner fall into bad habits?
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Peter Ryan, Jake Niall and Marc McGowan ask what's gone wrong at the Sydney Swans, and also discuss the string of last-gasp wins in round 21, the Cats' response to the Tyson Stengle drama and whether Blue Mitch McGovern should've taken his kick after the siren.
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Footy tipping tragics Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan cast their discerning eyes over the round 21 games, and wonder how the in-form Bulldogs will cope under the spotlight of Friday-night lights.
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Andrew Wu and Marc McGowan discuss why Friday night is a must-win game for the Blues, the team that's hard to trust and whether North Melbourne are a genuine chance to beat the Cats. Plus, will injuries to key defenders hurt the Lions? Are the Pies certainties to beat Richmond? And are the Bulldogs due for a disappointing performance?
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Libby Birch, Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan discuss the major concerns for the Bombers, whether we can trust the Bulldogs and why the biggest test for the Hawks will come next year. Plus, the positives for the Swans despite losing three of their last four games, why the Blues' win on Sunday was unconvincing and we get a player's view on the confusion around tackling.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the team that travels like yoghurt, whether Collingwood should be doom and gloom ahead of their clash with the Hawks and who will win when the league's most in-form team comes up against the one that has been the best so far this year.
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Libby Birch joins Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall to discuss Essendon’s maturity, the Brisbane Lions’ culture and Carlton’s selection issues. Plus, why injuries are still affecting the Pies even as they get players back, why a decision about Taylor Walker’s future might have been made for him and is there a communication issue at St Kilda?
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Libby Birch and Peter Ryan discuss premiership hangovers and tipping shenanigans as they predict the results for round 18. How important is Izak Rankine to Adelaide's game? How much of a factor is the Hawks' Tasmania home-ground advantage? And how will the Suns respond to Damien Hardwick's strong post-match comments last weekend?
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Jake Niall, Greg Baum and Peter Ryan discuss the finals race, from which teams have cemented their status as contenders to those who can be all but ruled out. Plus, analysing Tom Stewart’s move to the middle, the big call looming for Carlton, what the future holds for Eagles coach Adam Simpson and is it time to change the eligibility rules for the Brownlow?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan take inspiration from Ken Hinkley before looking ahead to round 17 in this week's expert tips podcast. Who will win the critical clash between the Pies and the Bombers? Is this the week the Suns get a win away from home? Plus, the stat that puts a handbrake on some of the excitement for the Hawks and a look at why the Swans struggle with slow starts.
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss Carlton’s bona fides, Essendon’s top-four credentials and what might be going on with Darcy Moore. Plus, Fremantle reinforcing their status as flag smokies, what the future holds for Dustin Martin, the “emotional cauldron” at Port Adelaide and what’s happened to the Giants?
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Are the Swans due for a fall, do the Demons have one eye on next year and will Wuey ever settle on his tip in the big match between Geelong and Essendon? For the answers to these questions and more, listen to this week's Real Footy tipping podcast.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we wonder how high the Lions can climb and how low the Cats, Power and Demons might fall. We also look at why Brodie Grundy has been the perfect fit for the Sydney Swans and discuss the latest news on the AFL's drugs policy.
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Pete Ryan's back to discuss the coming round 15 games with Andrew Wu, including the patchy Cats and their prospects against the Blues. Who'll win a classic 50/50 game in Adelaide? Can the Giants upset the all-conquering Swans, and how low can the Demons go?
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On this week's Real Footy podcast, the panel debate how Alastair Clarkson and his North Melbourne players should assess their one-point loss to Collingwood, whether the Hawks, Bulldogs and Lions can make a late charge into finals contention, ponder the future of the speccy and discuss an issue that has become the AFL's biggest "whingefest".
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Libby Birch and Andrew Wu look at who's form is hot and who's is not in the AFL in this week's installment of the expert tips podcast. Can the Lions make a late charge for the eight? Will the Bulldogs' midfield bounce back against a stacked Fremantle team? And can the Tigers get a win for Dusty in his big milestone game?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we ask if anyone can challenge the barnstorming Swans for this year's premiership, examine the depth of Melbourne's woes and whether St Kilda fans would be enjoying their team winning ugly.
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Libby Birch and Andrew Wu discuss whether teams can stand up after being beaten last time out in the latest episode of the expert tips podcast. Can the Hawks extend their win streak? Is this the week North Melbourne land their first win of the season? And who will be the game-breakers when the Blues meet the Bombers?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss whether there is a deeper problem at the Demons, the "fairest" element of the Rising Star award criteria and what's gone wrong at the Crows. Plus, more injury woes for Richmond, assessing the new AFLW fixture and are Port Adelaide a top-four team?
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Andrew Wu and Libby Birch discuss an evenly split round on this week's expert tips episode. How will the weather affect Port Adelaide's clash with Carlton? Can the Hawks play finals in 2024? Can things get worse for the Saints this season? And despite sitting second, are the Bombers only just hanging on right now?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Bombers, who are now unbeaten in seven games. Plus, the Blues' move up forward, spotlight on umpiring and is the Lions' season done?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan get strategic in this week's expert tips episode. Which team is impossible to tip against? Will the Cats lose their fourth game straight? And can the Tigers put in a better performance on the Dreamtime stage?
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Cats premiership player Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall to discuss what this round taught us about how even the competition is, St Kilda’s struggles and the Bombers’ top four bona fides. Plus, whether the AFL should bring in a team in the NT and what Richmond needs from its senior players.
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In this week's expert tips episode, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss where the Swans might be vulnerable, an MCG losing streak that stretches back to 2017 and a grudge match that is losing its bite.
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This week, we discuss why this Essendon revival is legitimate, how the death of Cam McCarthy affected the Giants and Dockers and the Cats concussion controversy. Plus, the toothless Tigers and how the Magpies are thriving despite their injury woes.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss injuries, big ins for round nine and the fact that Tom Hawkins hasn't received a free kick all season. Who will win the battle of the midfields when the Blues take on the Demons? Is there hope for a Hawks upset against the Saints? And what's going on with Toby Greene?
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Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss the pressure on Luke Beveridge and the Bulldogs after their loss to the Hawks, what Collingwood need if they are to contend for this year's flag and the teams that lowered their colours on the weekend. Plus, a discussion about the AFL's tributes to victims of gender-based violence and what might come from it.
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Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu tip a round of rivalries - and not much travel - in this week's expert tips episode. What aspect of the game will decide the Carlton-Collingwood result? Will wet weather suit the Swans or the Giants? And do the Saints have anything to be nervous about against the Roos?
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Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss the three teams that are clear contenders and the couple that could join them. Have the Cats all but sealed a top-four finish with their flawless start? And should the Blues be concerned after that round seven result? Plus, the biggest worry for the Saints, the tough questions that need to be asked at Collingwood and the pre-season prediction that's not looking so good.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan face the music after a tough weekend of tipping, and look ahead to some blockbusters in round seven. Are the Bombers a chance on Anzac Day? How much of a factor will injury be in the Cats-Blues game? And which contest is a real 50-50 game?
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Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson discuss whether the Pies are back, the key factor in Carlton's win over GWS and the change the Bombers have made to improve in recent weeks. Plus, is it time to put a line through the Lions for 2024? And what's gone wrong at Fremantle?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the surprising streak Essendon are on heading into Friday night's game, the "genuine coin toss" of the round and whether Gold Coast can cause an upset. Plus, do the Giants have enough depth in defence to handle the Blues' twin towers?
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Caroline Wilson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss the Western Bulldogs' issues, from whether their list is overrated to what the future holds for Luke Beveridge. Plus, the issue at the root of Hawthorn's woes, how Harley Reid has exceeded already high expectations and the silver lining for Richmond.
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Libby Birch and Peter Ryan reflect on loyalty, angry defenders and the Shinboner spirit in this week's episode of the expert tips podcast. Plus, where the Crows are going wrong, the game that could be closer than everyone expects and is this the week that West Coast get a breakthrough win?
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Mathew Stokes joins Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson to discuss the three undefeated teams' bona fides, the importance of good player development and why Bombers fans have every right to be frustrated. Plus, the Cat who is one of the most underrated players in the league, reviewing the review system and the importance of Melbourne's clash with the Lions this week.
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Libby Birch and Sam McClure take a look ahead to Gather Round in this week's edition of the expert tips podcast. Which two games are exciting our experts the most? Which duo will be giving their opposition nightmares? And why is Sam tipping the Suns against GWS?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss what Richmond showed about their future with their win over Sydney, Essendon's gutsy victory over the Saints and whether the Eagles deserve priority picks. Plus, the AFL's illicit drug policy dilemma, unpacking Brisbane's poor start to the season, debate over how Jack Ginnivan is being umpired and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan try to predict round three in this week's edition of the expert tips podcast. Is it worth the risk to tip the Pies at the Gabba? Which game is not as straightforward as it might look, and which team might give their more favoured opponents a fright? And will lightning strike twice on one of the biggest upsets of 2023?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss how the Pies have been worked out and the players who have struggled to start the new season. Plus, Essendon's big issue, the worry about Hawthorn and have the Bulldogs answered their critics with the win over Gold Coast?
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Andrew Wu gets on the front foot and Peter Ryan applauds him for it as they tip round two. Can the Pies improve against the Saints after a shaky start to their premiership defence? Plus, which game has split our experts, and which do they think will be tight?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the stumbling 2023 grand finalists, Clayton Oliver's star turn for the Demons and the upside for Carlton. Plus, the issues at the Bulldogs and the challenge ahead for Luke Beveridge, the formidable Swans, how the Saints impressed and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan get controversial with their locks of the week as they tip round one. Which game will give us an insight into what will happen in September? Can the Pies get out of pre-season mode? And will the Demons suffer the same old on-field struggles this week?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss Carlton's comeback win over the Lions, from Brisbane's issues to the most impressive Blues performances. Plus, whether "opening round" was a success, Collingwood's defensive problems and are Richmond caught in the twilight zone?
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are back to guide you through their tips for opening round - and give a key piece of advice for the year. Have Melbourne fixed what needed repairing? Can the Blues overcome their injuries in their preliminary final rematch? And will lack of star power hurt Richmond against the Suns?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the biggest stories of the off-season and get out the crystal ball ahead of the season proper. The Blues are a talented team. Should they be confident of a top-four finish? What is Essendon's 20-year-long issue? How will Adem Yze go in his first year as senior coach at Richmond? And can Collingwood go back-to-back?
Watch Jake's chat with Scott Pendlebury: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/the-director-s-cut-watching-collingwood-s-historic-grand-final-win-with-scott-pendlebury-20240214-p5f4yv.html
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Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deals that went through on a busy deadline day, from the trade that came down to the last 30 seconds to some of the more interesting choices made by clubs. Which deal that didn't get done will be a big watch for next season? Should there be a loyalty bonus for players who stick with one club? Which team had the best trade period? And if you thought it was a stretch to get Viv Richards mentioned in Tuesday's podcast, you'll love the Judi Dench shoutout today.
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Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss Hawthorn's interest in Jack Ginnivan, how likely it is that the deal gets done and what it would take to get it over the line. Plus, the four-club deal that will get Paddy Dow and Nick Coffield to new homes, whether Harrison Petty is any chance of leaving Melbourne and much more, including ... a mention of Viv Richards?
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Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss the price the Pies paid for Lachie Schultz and whether Freo's return benefits Justin Longmuir as well as the Dockers. And what does it mean for Jack Ginnivan? Plus, the good bit of business the Blues are set to get done, the likelihood of the Duursma brothers playing together in 2024 and more.
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Andrew Wu and Marc McGowan discuss how the Jade Gresham to Essendon deal finally happened, the chances of Jack Gunston making a stunning return to Hawthorn and assess Melbourne's decision to secure Tom Fullarton, who could be described as 'Brodie Grundy's replacement'. Also on the agenda, Tom Hawkins staying with the Cats and how recruiting managers will spend the weekend.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss why the Cats are playing hardball with Esava Ratugolea and the attempts to prise Ollie Lord from the Power. Also on the agenda, Adelaide’s interest in Harrison Petty, why Tyler Brockman is being sought after by both West Australian clubs, and whether Jade Gresham’s move from St Kilda to Essendon is holding up a number of other trades.
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Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss why Melbourne have done well out of the Brodie Grundy trade, what the latest trades tell us about how clubs view this year's draft and the inside word on the potential Lachie Schultz trade.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan wrap the second day of trade period and discuss the done deals, the draft points system, the talk about Tom Hawkins' future, how likely the Eagles are to part with pick one and whether it's a good idea for the Dogs to try to trade Rory Lobb. And is it time to add an undo button to trade period...?
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In the first of our series of daily trade specials, Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deal that sent pick four to the Bulldogs and why the Dogs paid so much for it, why it's easier for clubs to get higher compensation for free agents this year and the free agency quirk around Lachie Schultz, who wants to become a Magpie. Plus, the case for wiping out compensation in free agency, how likely it is that North will trade up for pick one and will Port and Essendon go old school with a trade this year?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall dissect Collingwood's win, from the biggest moments on game day to the cultural change that helped the Pies to success. Who was the most influential Magpie on the field? Where did the Lions go wrong? And is this the start of a Collingwood dynasty? Plus, is the premiership dream over or is there plenty for the Lions to be positive about?
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Peter Ryan begins his victory lap and Andrew Wu reminds everyone who won in 2022 in the final episode of the expert tips podcast for this season. Oh, and they preview the grand final, too. Where do the Lions have a pronounced advantage? How will the Pies want the game played? Will Billy Frampton play forward or back? Plus, the inside word on the stats that matter.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall look ahead to the grand final, discussing potential selection, how the weather might impact the game and more. Plus, why the preliminary final loss should overshadow Carlton's fantastic turnaround, why the Giants will be better in 2024 and a solution (in part) to the annual grand final ticket fiasco.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the best weekend of footy of the year - the preliminary finals. Will we get two classic prelims? Do the Pies or the Giants have the better midfield, and will the pro-Magpies crowd be a factor? Up at the Gabba, will the Lions' lack of high-intensity footy be a problem? Or will reality finally bite for the Blues as their finals run comes to an end?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss an incredible weekend of finals, from Carlton snatching victory from Melbourne to GWS rolling on against Port Adelaide. What chance are the Blues to get the win in Brisbane? Can the Giants go all the way? And where to from here for Melbourne? Plus, remembering Ron Barassi and much more.
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Peter Ryan stays (mostly) humble and Andrew Wu makes the case for stability as they tip the semi-finals, discussing midfield battles, finals records at the MCG, the importance of defence in September, which of the teams playing this weekend are in top-four form and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the players who stood out in the first week of September, Brayden Maynard's smother and whether it deserves a suspension, whether the Saints get a pass mark for 2023 and look ahead to some key selection calls for the semi-finals.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan make the case for the underdogs and tip with great trepidation in this week's expert tips episode. What do the numbers say about the record of higher-ranked opponents in finals? And how important is round 24's dead rubber syndrome when looking at this week's match-ups?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall look ahead to a blockbuster first week of finals before being joined by Kane Cornes and Marnie Vinall to discuss our series on the 50 most influential people in the AFL industry. Plus, the finals ticketing system and why it must change, Will Ashcroft’s Rising Star snub, why the AFL should shift the pre-season bye and more.
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Tipping mastermind (and premiership player) Libby Birch joins Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan to talk strategy, bluffing and dodgy play. Plus, tips for round one of AFLW season eight, how clubs are starting to share game style between their men's and women's teams and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Peter Ryan, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the season that was for the Bombers and Bulldogs, assess the finalists best placed to win the flag, and reflect on their best and worst pre-season predictions.
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In this week'sReal Footy tipping podcast, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu dissect which teams have the most to play for in the final round of the AFL season.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Peter Ryan, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the debacle in Adelaide and the ramifications of Ben Keays' non-goal, West Coast's upset win over the Bulldogs and what that loss means for Luke Beveridge, and whether Brisbane are the team to beat this year.
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In this week'sReal Footy tipping podcast, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu discuss the strategy behind tipping with just two rounds left in the AFL season.
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This week on The Age's Real Footy AFL podcast, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson assess AFL the state of play while Australia's national team the Matildas dominate the landscape. Most importantly, they ask: what does it all mean for the AFLW? Also on the agenda: Port Adelaide's coaching situation, Brownlow contenders and how injuries will impact Collingwood.
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In this week'sReal Footy tipping podcast, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu discuss the strategy behind tipping with just three rounds left in the AFL season.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the ramifications of Nick Daicos’ injury for Collingwood’s flag ambitions and for the Brownlow, as well as the continued rise of Carlton, the squirrel grip incident and Mark Evans’ trip to Cinque Terre.
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In this week's Real Footy tipping podcast, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu discuss the certainties and swing games in round 21 to help tipsters rebound from a weekend of upsets.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we discuss the career of retired great Lance Franklin, what Melbourne's winning form means for Brodie Grundy, and how Port Adelaide handled the concussion protocols in the Showdown.
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On today’s episode we speak with retired AFL star Joel Selwood, whose glittering resume includes premierships and all-Australian berths. He’s perhaps best known as the consummate captain, having lead the Geelong Cats for 10 years or 227 games - the most as a skipper in AFL history. Hosting a discussion about everything from head high tackles to concussion, fertility and disability to the balance between ruthlessness and kindness in sport, as well as Selwood’s upcoming memoir, All In, is Good Weekend senior writer, Konrad Marshall.
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Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan tip round 20, which will feature a blockbuster, a mockbuster and a couple of swing games. Can we trust the Blues enough to tip them over Collingwood? How strong is the home-ground advantage for the Bulldogs in Ballarat? And which is the only game our experts differ on this week?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Peter Ryan discuss the Pies, Charlie Curnow's bag of 10 and the Coleman medal race, Melbourne's forward line issues, the Richmond coaching job and proposed changes to the season structure.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan reveal the lengths the experts are going to in order to get ahead and preview the game of the round (and the game of Saturday while the sun's still up). Plus, a new team edges towards "untippable" status.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the Blues, how they have turned their season around and whether they can hold on to Jack Silvagni. Plus, examining Brodie Grundy's move to Melbourne, the Bulldogs and their team selection, whether North Melbourne should get a priority pick and more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan look ahead to an "absolute classic", find the game where tipsters could try to make up ground and find out why Pete's mum prompted him to issue an on-air apology.
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the improvement at Essendon, the player who is the clear Brownlow Medal favourite, why Collingwood are flag favourites and much more.
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Andrew Wu takes a few risks and Peter Ryan clings to the clubhouse lead in this week's episode of the expert tips podcast. Have the Blues turned the corner? Which Gold Coast will turn up this week? And is Adelaide's reputation for being bad on the road fair?
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Caroline Wilson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss Melbourne's woes, Carlton and Richmond's chances of playing finals, Collingwood's good problem to have and what the future might hold for some senior coaches.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan check in on the clubhouse, which is getting a little crowded, and tip round 16. Which is the trickiest game of the round? Collingwood aren't firing, but can you tip against them? Can Essendon cause an upset against Port? And why are the Saints the perfect team for West Coast to play?
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Jake Niall, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss a potential concern for Collingwood fans, troubles at West Coast and whether Darcy Parish or Mason Redman is the more important player for Essendon. Plus, the upside for Melbourne, why match-day reports should stay and a critique of Jake's golf game.
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Michael Gleeson joins Andrew Wu to tip round 15. How strong is Geelong's home ground advantage? What might explain Adelaide's poor record away from home? And which game do our tipsters disagree on? Plus, theories about why Peter Ryan is missing this week's episode and the likelihood of Andrew making a comeback this season.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss Carlton, Richmond's coach search, Geelong's run home, the best long-range kicks for goal and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan get in a bit of sledging before giving their round 14 selections and dropping a new lesson for tipping. Plus, why the experts wish West Coast were playing in round 14 and we save one bit of audio to replay next week ...
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Andrew Wu discuss the upside for the Bombers, what we learnt from the King's Birthday blockbuster, Hawthorn's rebuild and much more.
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In this week's expert tips episode, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan share a life lesson, dismiss a club's winning streak and decide not to take a leap of faith. Plus, the giants that have gone past sleep to hibernation and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the likelihood of change at Ikon Park this season, and what that change might look like, ahead of a big clash with Essendon. Plus, the thrilling games played on Sunday, Geelong and Richmond show their seasons have a pulse, your questions answered and much more.
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In the round 12 expert tips episode with brothers in arms Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan, the clubhouse leader is feeling the pressure more than ever and has a dip at comedy. Plus, two teams that provided a massive anomaly last season will meet this weekend, why the Cats want Collingwood to keep winning and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss whether Carlton should drop Harry McKay and the off-field turmoil at the club. Plus, the biggest upsets of round 11, why Gold Coast should stick with Stuart Dew and which teams will drop in and out of the eight by September?
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In this week's expert tips episode, Peter Ryan learns why there's an asterisk on his lead and Andrew Wu completes a week of soul-searching as he attempts to rebuild his brand. Plus, the untippable team, the game where you could take a logical risk with your tip and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss how Brad Scott has turned things around for the Bombers, the latest on the Hawthorn racism probe and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan battle with temptation, weigh up the Ballarat factor and discuss the team that doesn't have any weaknesses right now in this week's expert tips episode.
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Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall are joined by Sam McClure to discuss the drastically underperforming Blues, if the Tigers are back, premiership favouritism, whether the Crows are the real deal and the worst call of the year.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss hoodoos, losing streaks, Friday night blockbusters and admitting when you have a problem.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson unpack the Blues' issues, discuss how far is too far when it comes to booing, the Hawthorn investigation and much more.
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The mind games continue between Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan as they give their tips ahead of round eight. One game proves tough to tip, others look set to provide one-way traffic and which game do the experts think is a potential upset?
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss Tiger trouble, the league's new CEO, Collingwood's best player and much more.
Don't miss:
The news of Andrew Dillon's appointment
Michael Gleeson's profile of Andrew Dillon
Jake Niall's analysis of the appointment
Caroline Wilson on the Sydney clubs' frustration with the AFL
Michael Gleeson on Saturday's fixture
Jake Niall on the AFL's draft pick proposal
Richard Flanagan's column on Tasmania
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This week on the expert tips podcast, Peter Ryan checks in from the top of the leaderboard and shows just how far his influence extends by convincing Andrew Wu to change a tip mid-episode. Can the Swans rebound from a thumping loss, or will it prove to be a barrier they can't overcome? Will Richmond overcome a poor record at Marvel Stadium? And how will Essendon go against the Cats?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Andrew Wu discuss Collingwood's big comeback, how the Bombers performed before the turnaround, Carlton's issues and off-field goings on at the AFL.Plus, who is the best small forward in the competition? And we answer your questions.
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The Age's in-form tipster Peter Ryan encourages Andrew Wu to stop sitting on the fence, as our two footy experts dissect all nine games including the Anzac Day blockbuster.
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Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum join Damien Ractliffe to discuss Gather Round and the decision to keep it in South Australia going forward. Plus, Richmond at the crossroads, Collingwood's injury woes deepen, Jeremy Cameron's Brownlow chances and how much should we read into Carlton's first loss of the season?
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It's a tough round to tip, but luckily Peter Ryan (eight tips last week, thanks for asking) and Marnie Vinall are on hand to give their advice.
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Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall to discuss whether it's too soon to write off the Tigers, the Cats' win over Hawthorn, concussion, the upcoming Gather Round and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan share their round four tips, after Pete celebrates a correct tip against the odds. Are Brisbane certainties to bounce back at home, or will the Magpies maintain their unbeaten streak? Is it easier to trust the Crows or the Dockers, are the Bulldogs back to their best, and can the Cats finally get their first win of the season? And, should Pete stick with the team that got him a valuable point last weekend?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the slumping Cats, Collingwood's ruck woes and what the Swans should do with Buddy Franklin. Plus, controversy in the Showdown, how dissent is being umpired and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are back to give their expert tips for round three. Which teams are facing must-win games? Will injuries cruel the Tigers' chances in Friday night's blockbuster? Will the Giants prove to be a tempting pick? Plus, we get a reminder of the golden rule of tipping, and a real-time look at the rule being broken.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Blues and their big win over Geelong. Plus, the Tigers' chance to become the hunters this week, the Saints are rolling, rumblings at Gold Coast, the Bulldogs' abject performances to start the season and much more.
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Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are back to give their expert tips for round two. How important are ins and outs to making a decision on who to tip? One match-up has a one-sided win streak going back to 2016 ... is this the year the run ends? Can Adelaide and GWS handle the (recovery from playing in the) heat? And who will win the Griffin Logue Cup?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the most surprising, imposing and exciting wins from round one, whether the match review framework for penalties over bumping need to be changed, off-field politics at Essendon and much more.
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Round one is a tough one to tip, but footy experts Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu are here to help. They go game-by-game through the round, explaining their tips, and giving you advice to help you to the top of your tipping ladder.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss what they're most looking forward to seeing in round one, which of the new coaches is best placed to lift their team quickly and answer your questions.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss whether the Pies will slide or rise, issues with Brisbane’s defence, the “political” Bombers, off-field happenings at AFL HQ and much more.
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In the final of our trade period special episodes, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan unpack the frantic finish to deadline day. How do the Pies feel about the Ollie Henry deal? Will the AFL be changing rules on salary dumping? Plus, Melbourne’s replacement strategy, whether the Bulldogs let go of too much midfield talent, why Esava Ratugolea didn’t get to Port Adelaide and much more.
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Peter Ryan and Michael Gleeson discuss the options in front of Jaeger O’Meara, the deals that were done on Tuesday, and what’s ahead on the final day of trade period.
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Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss the groundbreaking four-way deal that got Jason Horne-Francis to Port Adelaide, the biggest impasse looming in the final two days of trading, whether Josh Dunkley will solve the Lions' midfield issues if he gets there and much more.
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Peter Ryan and Scott Spits wrap up day five of the trade period as negotiations slow down ahead of next week's home stretch. One player switched clubs on Friday but there's still a stack of leading names looking for a new home. Plus we answer your key questions.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan wrap day four of trade period, discuss the state of play in various deals including a three-club negotiation for Jason Horne-Francis, explain why salary dumping is becoming the norm and answer your questions.
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Peter Ryan and Marnie Vinall wrap day three of trade period, including Jack Bowes' decision to join the Cats, the pick trade that might unlock the Josh Dunkley deal, whether Paddy Dow is a good fit for Essendon and much more.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss a potential linchpin move between North Melbourne and Fremantle, why Brisbane might trade for Jack Gunston rather than picking him up under free agency, St Kilda's interest in Zaine Cordy, the deals done on day two and much more.
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In this special episode, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall wrap the first day of action and discuss two deals that will play a big part in the rest of the trade period. Plus, why Richmond being fast dealers is a good thing, unpacking Jason Horne-Francis' trade request and what will get the deal done, your questions answered and more.
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In this special grand final edition of the Real Footy podcast, wrapping up a memorable 2022 season, chief scribe Jake Niall says he couldn’t help but be reminded of Carlton’s 1995 premiership when watching Geelong, this year's dominant premiers.
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Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson to preview the grand final, discuss Patrick Cripps’ Brownlow win, look at what’s next for Brisbane and Collingwood and much more. Plus, Melbourne defender Libby Birch is our special guest to talk AFLW.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson preview a big weekend of preliminary finals, look at Jordan De Goey's contract situation, analyse where the Demons have gone wrong this season and ask why so many players seem to want to leave Fremantle. Plus, an update on Essendon's coach hunt, a look ahead to what looms as a grand final preview in the AFLW this weekend, Brownlow predictions and much more.
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Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall to review a cracking first round of finals and preview the upcoming semi-finals. The Pies finally lost a close one; is the magic over? How will the Demons react when they match up against Dayne Zorko for the first time since the Petty sledge? Plus, the under-the-radar Swans, why Jeremy Cameron is the biggest weapon in this finals series, where to now for Richmond and the Bulldogs and why the Demons are the team to beat in AFLW.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall preview the first week of finals and talk selection, key match-ups and who might go all the way. Plus, All-Australian selection debate, Dusty's future, your questions answered and Marnie Vinall breaks down the biggest news out of AFLW round one.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the high-flying Magpies and the thrilling end to the home-and-away season, why there is reason for optimism at Carlton, check in on the finalists, take a look at Essendon's handling of Ben Rutten's sacking and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson on the off-field happenings at Essendon, from the change in presidency to Ben Rutten's tenure as coach. Plus, Carlton, Collingwood and the finals-shaping blockbusters that loom in round 23, the latest in Tasmania's hunt for the 19th licence, the Saints' position on Max King's goal-kicking and much more.
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This week, Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Greg Baum discuss the Pies, who are confounding statistics and expectations and have now won 11 in a row. Plus, why trading Dustin Martin could be the right move for Richmond, what the future might hold for Lance Franklin, a watching brief on Ken Hinkley and much more.
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Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the inefficient Blues, their junk stats and how they should be playing to capitalise on their key forward pair. Plus, the contenders for coach of the year, the Lions' woes, where things have gone wrong for GWS and much more.
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Special guest Mathew Stokes joins Jake Niall and Sam McClure to discuss the Pies' game plan and how far they can go in 2022, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's performance, the signs that the Demons have slipped and the importance of Tom Atkins to the Cats. Plus, why the onus should be on the tackler when it comes to high tackling, the looming contract problem for the Blues ... and we get an important Paw Patrol update.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the imperious Cats, Collingwood young gun Nick Daicos, Richmond's leadership problem, what the future holds for the underrated Luke Breust and much more. Including ... Albanian poets?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the open premiership race, Geelong showing their bona fides as contenders and what teams will need to do in the final six rounds to make the eight. Plus, Melbourne's concerns, Richmond's injury woes, whether Essendon have done enough to fend off the spectre of a coaching change and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we discuss whether the introduction of a 19th team could provide the perfect opportunity for an overhaul of the fixture, such as a 19-game season, an expanded finals series or a return to state of origin. Plus, what has helped the Pies thrive this season, the worry over Sydney, why the Cats look different this year and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the Blues off the back of their big win over Fremantle, and whether they can go all the way. Plus, the fight for spots in the eight, Jordan De Goey's contract, Tom Stewart's bump on Dion Prestia and could Alastair Clarkson coach Essendon?
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This week on the Real Footy Podcast, premiership Geelong forward MathewStokes gives us his perspective on Jordan De Goey's latest off-field controversy and how it would have been dealt with at the Cats. We also discuss the Bombers' win over the Saints, Steven May's return to the Dees and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy Podcast, we discuss the woes for the Demons - both on and off the field - after their third straight loss, the fall out from Bailey Smith's illicit substance controversy, Essendon's performance against Carlton after their 150th year celebrations, whether Ken Hinkley and David Noble will remain coach of their respective clubs beyond this season and much more.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss whether it's time to worry about the Demons, Essendon's review, a tale of two recruits, the big stink out of Jake's mid-year All-Australian team and much more.
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This week, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum discuss three huge games and results from round 11, including a clash between two old powerhouses, the end of Melbourne's win streak and the controversial end to Friday night's blockbuster. Plus, North's struggles, reading some body language and much more.
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There are five talented key forwards at the top of the Coleman Medal leaderboard at the moment. Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss who they would pick for their team, if they could only have one. Plus, the upset wins of the round, the Pie that loves to be hated, the test ahead for Richmond, the Blues are coming and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Bombers' issues, whether the Saints are a top-four team, GWS' coach hunt, Port's revival and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Peter Ryan dive into the issues at West Coast, Melbourne's swagger, Maurice Rioli jnr's coming-of-age performance, Essendon's big win, the entertaining Blues, Darcy Moore's defence, Heritier Lumumba's fresh allegations about the Pies and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss what's going on with the Bombers. List management, their age profile, and changes in the club's culture all come under the microscope. Plus, Fremantle's big win, the Saints go troppo - with poor results, Collingwood's statement at selection and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss which team can take the mantle as the second best in the league. Plus, the player that made the difference on Anzac Day at the MCG, Paddy McCartin's latest concussion, we float a change to the stand rule and more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall take a look at the Bombers and whether they are living up to Ben Rutten’s ambition for the side to be a “blue-collar” team. Plus, Sam Mitchell's biggest win as Hawthorn coach, dissent towards umpires, the politics around choosing Gillon McLachlan's successor and much more.
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In this bonus episode, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss Gillon McLachlan's impending departure as CEO of the AFL. McLachlan announced on Tuesday that he would finish up at the end of the season, but has a very full agenda to tick off before he goes, including a club funding agreement that could cause some friction. We discuss his legacy at the league, particularly launching AFLW; his strengths and how they helped him lead the competition through COVID-19; and how his handling of Adam Goodes' situation highlighted his weaknesses. Plus, who might succeed him in the role and what the future might hold for McLachlan himself.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the clearer picture we have of the competition after four rounds – and the questions that remain. Plus, special guest Emma Kearney reviews the AFLW grand final and discusses the futures of Erin Phillips and Daisy Pearce, when to expect the next rounds of the fixture to drop, your questions answered and much more.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum discuss Cyril Rioli’s experiences at Hawthorn and racism in the AFL. Plus, the teams that can take positives from their losses in round three, the pressure on Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley, worrying signs for the Tigers and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum discuss Sam Mitchell's Hawks, who have a good balance of youth and maturity, and whether the new coaches are providing their clubs with a "sugar hit" or true resurgence. Plus, Buddy's big moment, West Coast's mighty effort despite being forced into 14 changes, Max King's 132 seconds of brilliance and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson look back on a thrilling first round of footy, including the transformed Blues midfield, undisciplined Tigers, midfield woes for the Bombers, list gaps at St Kilda and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson look ahead to a blockbuster round one, not least Melbourne v Bulldogs to open the new season. Plus: pressure is on for immediate results at Carlton, the young gun set to debut for the Pies, what to expect from new Hawks coach Sam Mitchell and much more.
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The Real Footy podcast is back for 2022 and this week Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall preview the AFL season. Can Melbourne go back to back and win the premiership in 2022? Will Richmond have one last crack at a flag? Will the Blues be the biggest bolters of the season? Are Essendon a top-four team? We answer all these questions and more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan wrap trade period, from the most significant deal, to whether any of the moves will have an impact on teams' premiership hopes and why the Pies were lucky their fire sale came last year, not in 2021.
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Peter Ryan and Daniel Cherny discuss the latest trade period news, including where things stand on the trades for Jordan Dawson, Jordan Clark, Bobby Hill and a number of ruckmen. Plus, news about Alastair Clarkson's trip to the US and your questions answered.
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Michael Gleeson and Daniel Cherny discuss where things stand in any potential move for GWS’ Bobby Hill, Patrick Lipinski's move to Collingwood, whether the Swans will blink on Jordan Dawson and much more.
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Footy writer Peter Ryan joins Scott Spits to assess the trade landscape on Friday - five days before the trade period officially ends.
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Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss the deals that were done on day four, including Adam Cerra to Carlton, and some of the other potential moves that are bubbling away as we reach the midpoint of trade period.
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Melbourne were the most interesting players on day three of trade period. In this episode, Jake Niall and Daniel Cherny discuss the moves the Demons made and how it builds on their work in previous years. Plus: the looming trade that involves a salary dump, where Tyson Stengle might end up and much more.
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In this trade special, Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss why the Western Bulldogs’ first draft pick could help shape a number of moves, how they might happen, and which clubs could be involved. Plus, will the Blues need to throw in a sweetener for Adam Cerra? Will the Pies target a third player in addition to Nathan Kreuger and Patrick Lipinski? And will Melbourne's Jake Melksham be in high demand?
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In the first of our daily trade episodes, Michael Gleeson and Daniel Cherny wrap the action from day one, including the "mutually beneficial" deal between the Pies and Suns, whether Callum Coleman-Jones will end up in the pre-season draft and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan dissect the grand final, including Melbourne’s unbelievable centre clearance turnaround, the tactical adjustment they made to counteract the Bulldogs mid-match, why Angus Brayshaw exemplifies this Demons team and more. Plus, a look ahead to trade period.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Greg Baum on his chat with Ron Barassi, the Melbourne and football legend who captained the Dees to their last premiership.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Martin Flanagan on Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge, who knows you have to be odd to be number one.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Megan Hustwaite on her chats with the families of five Demons who died too young, for whom Saturday’s grand final will be tinged with both sadness and celebration.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Martin Flanagan tells some of his favourite stories from the 2016 grand final: the Bulldogs army's Joan of Arc; a special game-day experience for a fan who lost her father; why language was no barrier for a Tigers fan toasting the Bulldogs in Outer Mongolia; and what the premiership meant to one lonely expat.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson look ahead to the grand final, take you inside the room on Brownlow night and talk off-field moves at the AFL and Carlton.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Martin Flanagan on former Dogs skipper Easton Wood, who started out as a kid who didn't think footy would be for him and ended up thrust into leadership in a premiership season. This episode features excerpts from the book ‘A Wink from the Universe’ about the 2016 premiers, including Wood's incredible finals campaign with an ankle injury.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Peter Ryan explains how Clayton Oliver moved to Mooroopna at 17 to kickstart his AFL dream - and how he convinced Melbourne that they should pick him.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Martin Flanagan on star midfielder Marcus Bontempelli, who even as a youngster left his teammates in awe. Features excerpts from the book ‘A Wink from the Universe’ about the 2016 premiers.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Greg Baum on Melbourne and football legend Norm Smith, and the curse that has hung over the Demons for 57 years.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs. Today, Martin Flanagan gives an insight into Bulldogs star Tom Liberatore and reads from his book ‘A wink from the universe’, about the 2016 Bulldogs.
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In the lead-up to the grand final, we're bringing you stories about some of the characters who have shaped Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs.
Today, reporter Daniel Cherny on his chat with former Demons president Joseph Gutnick, who was in charge the last time the club played in a grand final.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the backs-to-the-wall Bulldogs, the selfless and stable Dees, the Cats at a crossroads and what change might be coming at the Power.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson delve into the latest AFL news, including fallout from the semi-finals, Lachie Neale's consideration of a move back to Freo and off-field happenings at Collingwood and Carlton.
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Read Jake Niall's piece on Toby Greene
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Read Michael Gleeson's piece wrapping the semi-finals
Read Caroline Wilson's piece with Sam McClure about Ross Lyon pulling out of the running for the Blues job
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Cats’ finals efforts against high-intensity, high-pressure teams and the other issues on their plate at the moment. Plus, Toby Greene's umpire bump, the key to the Dogs' finals run and much more.
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This week, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure look ahead to a mouthwatering first week of finals. Who goes into the finals as premiership favourites? Can the Bulldogs turn their form around? How worried should Chris Scott be about the Cats? And will the Dons fans make Tasmania feel like Windy Hill? Plus, the off-field action heats up for the clubs that didn't make finals, including Carlton and Collingwood.
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There's everything to play for in round 23, with the top eight - including top four positions - not yet decided. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure look ahead to a huge weekend of footy. Should the Dees be flag favourites? Which teams pushing for a finals spot deserve it the most and which is making a case for a review? Plus, a tribute to Eddie Betts as his career looks set to come to an end and much more.
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This week, Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the coaching situation at Ikon Park and how it might impact Alastair Clarkson's future. Plus, the Bombers are pushing for finals and would be an entertaining watch, what the Giants should do with Josh Kelly's contract and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure reflect on one of the stories of the year and one in which they exclusively broke the news - the imminent departure of legendary Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson. West Coast also come under the spotlight for their poor showing in Shannon Hurn's 300th match.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure put the coaching landscape under the microscope and examine Carlton’s next most likely move. Plus, the latest AFL fixturing machinations are examined – including the difficulties for the WA government. And a key question for Melbourne fans: should Ben Brown have been “given a go” earlier? Plus, one for all sports fans: was the Port Adelaide-Collingwood match more interesting than the Olympics opening ceremony?
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The Demons have beaten top teams but struggled against some weaker opposition. Is this a problem or nothing to worry about, given the competition Melbourne are likely to come up against in September? Plus, why losing Dusty doesn't end Richmond's September chances, Sam Walsh's push for the Brownlow and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss whether this it for Richmond’s finals hopes in 2021, Trent Cotchin's future, how far the Swans can go, Melbourne's return to form, the succession plan at Hawthorn and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Peter Ryan discuss the Demons ahead of a big test against Port Adelaide. Plus: why Patrick Dangerfield can be the difference for Geelong, what might be causing the Tigers' slump, and are we reaching the end of an era at West Coast?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the race for the eight and which teams should be premiership favourites. Is it time to finally pull the pin on the Tigers’ flag hopes this season? Plus: do the Saints have the nucleus of a good team? What should the AFL do with Gold Coast? And was Tim O’Brien’s mark the best of the year
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the issues at Ikon Park. Can David Teague keep his job? Patrick Cripps is yet to re-sign; how should that be viewed in the context of the club's review? And how much of a factor will the Carlton “brand” – of moving on coaches and key officials quickly – impact any decisions they make going forward? Plus: what the Bombers should do with Jake Stringer's contract, praise for the Cats, and why it could be time to bring in team No.19.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the Pies’ search for a new coach, questions over the Dees' flag favouritism, how West Coast's win over Richmond will shape the eight, personal versus professional commitments in football and much more.
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On this bonus episode of the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss Nathan Buckley's exit from Collingwood, including board implications, possible contenders for his replacement, how he bought himself and the Pies time and why he was not successful at the club.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the problems at Carlton and the likely fallout after they lost to a seriously depleted West Coast side. Plus, praise for Shai Bolton, whether there should be more games in the west after a fabulous Dreamtime spectacle, celebrating the return of Thursday night footy and more
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the turnaround at the Bombers, from a “lost year” in 2020 to Saturday night’s phenomenal win. Dreamtime will be a massive game in the context of the season, with Essendon breathing down Richmond’s neck in the finals race. Plus, criticism of the Pies' game style, change looming at Carlton, the Dees cement premiership favouritism and much more.
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This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss which teams are favourites to win the flag at this stage of the season. Plus, a look ahead to Friday night's blockbuster, the team proving to be the biggest disappointment of the season and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson examine the significance of Richmond's win over GWS, the way Carlton coach David Teague explained Patrick Cripps' injury situation and the big question: should the Gold Coast Suns have named a team of the decade?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Greg Baum discuss how Jeremy Cameron’s arrival from GWS has changed the Cats – and how the Cats have helped Cameron. Plus, what the Tigers will need in order to be a finals threat, Tom McDonald's Dees turnaround and more.
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Sam Walsh is just a third-year player but he's a contender to equal a Chris Judd feat. This week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Greg Baum discuss the Blues, the good signs in their win over Essendon and Harry McKay's contract situation. Plus, the Tigers are still the benchmark, the problem exposed in the Bulldogs' loss on Friday night, and how will the Demons deal with the loss of Adam Tomlinson?
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Jimmy Bartel discuss the Demons, who are not only talking about being selfless, they're living it. With arguably the best list in the AFL, can they go all the way this season? Plus, what Blake Caracella has brought to the Bombers, why Riley Thilthorpe should have defenders shaking in their boots, don't write off the Tigers and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the Blues and where they sit in season 2021. Have they made progress since sacking Brendon Bolton as coach? Plus, the second-half stats that damn the Saints, why no one should be tipping the Bombers this weekend and more.
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This season is being shaped by the new rules and the teams that have adapted best are thriving, but Collingwood don’t seem to have made that leap. This week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Greg Baum discuss the Pies, the caveat on the Saints despite a good win over West Coast, the spirited Bombers, why the glass is half full for Richmond and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss Melbourne and whether it’s too soon to say they’re back to their 2018 form. Plus, the young, exciting Swans, what's wrong with the Saints and will the Tigers change their game plan thanks to the new rules this season?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss Carlton after their disappointing performance against the Pies. Some of their biggest names are under pressure at the moment. Plus, how the COVID-19 situation and lockdown in Brisbane affects the competition, the Lions' struggles, whether Marcus Bontempelli is Dustin Martin's successor as the best player in the competition and much more.
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Their forward line isn’t firing, they’ve got personnel problems in the forward line and the midfield and they looked off the pace against the Bulldogs. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Pies and the big test for Nathan Buckley this year. Plus, the bump is back in the headlines, where the injury sub rule could be improved, the biggest upsets of the round and much more
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The Real Footy podcast is back for 2021 and Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall are previewing the AFL season and discussing all the big off-season issues. Will this be the year Gillon McLachlan steps down as CEO? What does the future hold for Collingwood, on the field and off it? Which teams will be the most exciting to watch this year? And will Joe Daniher leave Essendon fans cursing?
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On Tuesday afternoon, Eddie McGuire stepped down as Collingwood president after more than 20 years in the role. In this special episode of the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss how and why it came about, the league's response, who will take charge at the Pies going forward and much more.
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In our 2020 AFL draft special, Jake Niall, Michael Gleeson and Daniel Cherny analyse how the Dogs were easily able secure the stand-out player - one of their academy prospects. It's described as a 'coup' for the Bulldogs and, importantly, an outcome that won't be repeated.
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In the deadline day wrap episode of the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Peter Ryan and Jake Niall look at the fire sale at Collingwood, in particular Adam Treloar's trade to the Bulldogs and Jaidyn Stephenson's move to North Melbourne. The Bulldogs held their nerve on Josh Dunkley, but what might happen if the AFL holds a second trade period this year, just before the draft? Did the Bombers do well? Plus, we wrap the trades that got done and answer your questions.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan look ahead to deadline day of the 2020 trade period and where clubs stand on various trades going into the final day, including Geelong's offer for Jeremy Cameron, the many deals in front of Essendon and how that might affect their ability to land all the players they want, and where the Pies and Dogs stand on Adam Treloar. Plus, we wrap the day's trades and answer your questions.
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Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss the latest in trade news, including Adam Treloar's medical with the Bulldogs and how it might affect their dealings with Josh Dunkley. Plus, updates on other ongoing trades, including the state of play in Geelong's negotiations with GWS and Aliir Aliir's medical with Port Adelaide, wrapping the deals that got done on Tuesday and your questions answered.
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How will the Saints get Jack Higgins from the Tigers? How could a Swan impact on Orazio Fantasia's chance of getting to Port? What's the deal with the Jeremy Cameron trade? Michael Gleeson and Daniel Cherny take you through day four of trade period, and answer your trade questions.
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As potential deals involving Adam Treloar and Josh Dunkley dominate discussion, Jake Niall and Peter Ryan dissect the latest developments. Is Magpie Tom Phillips a 'good fit' for a Hawthorn team without Isaac Smith? St Kilda, now a clear 'destination club', have secured former Bomber Shaun McKernan, confirming their status as the 'new darlings' of AFL trades. And with so many eyes glued to political developments in the United States, it's true that mis-truths in politics are, for the time being anyway, exceeding those ordinarily seen during the trade period.
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss the latest developments in trade period, including confirmation that Josh Dunkley wants a move to Essendon. Can they come up with an offer to satisfy the Dogs? How does this tie in to their trade with Carlton for Adam Saad? And which clubs could they trade picks with to help their other deals along? Plus, Kyle Hartigan's move to the Hawks, talks begin between GWS and the Cats on Cameron and we answer your questions.
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Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall wrap the action from day one of trade period and look ahead to what we might see in the coming days, from Adelaide's decision not to match St Kilda's offer for Brad Crouch, to interest in Adam Treloar and more. Plus, your questions answered!
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Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall preview the 2020 trade period in this week's episode of the Real Footy podcast. We talk free agency, potential moves at Collingwood, what the trade for Adam Saad could involve, Josh Dunkley's future and much more.
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One of the best finals players ever, the unsung heroes for Richmond and the critical six minutes of the game: this week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall review the grand final. We look at what turned the game around, the futures of both clubs and much more.
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Dusty v Danger, Ablett's last hurrah, a Cats defender's resurgence and more: this week, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson preview the grand final. Plus, the situation at North Melbourne, the AFL's Brownlow blunder and calls for an independent review of the AFL.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall preview this weekend's huge preliminary finals between Richmond and Port Adelaide and Brisbane and Geelong. We also look back at the losers from the semi-finals and how they should be rating their seasons. Plus, trade talk, whether the Brownlow has lost its cache this year and more.
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Sam McClure joins Michael Gleeson after breaking the news on Wednesday that Joe Daniher has nominated Brisbane as his club of choice for 2021. Read More What could the Bombers ask for in a trade with Brisbane, and how does it compare to potential free agency compensation? How strong is Essendon's hand? Could Daniher end up in the draft? And what does his decision, and Adam Saad's, say about the club?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we dissect a big weekend of action and look ahead to the huge semi-finals. Who will be key for the Tigers? How will forced changes affect the Saints? Can the Cats be a true finals threat? And will Darcy Cameron keep his spot for the Pies?
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Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall take a look at which teams are likely to win this weekend, and why. We also discuss what is behind North Melbourne's decision to trade Ben Brown, and whether they are going too far with their list cuts, All-Australian selection and much more.
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Player unrest, list changes, how retirements have been handled and whether the Dons tried too hard to manage their senior coaching changeover are all up for discussion on this week's episode of the Real Footy podcast. Plus, whether the Dees get a pass mark for their season, are things coming together for the Bulldogs, why the Saints have been a coaching triumph and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, we discuss the Bombers, the expectations of their fans, and Coach John Worsfold's post-match comments last Saturday. Who was Worsfold targeting? What are the signs of unhappiness among players? And are fans' expectations really that outrageous? Plus: the big calls looming for Carlton, whether Hawthorn have made the right list calls, who will make the eight and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson examine how two Tigers breached the AFL's COVID-19 protocols in Queensland and what that means for the Richmond brand. Plus, Essendon's massive loss to Geelong and the success or otherwise of their two-pronged coaching set-up. The drums are beating at Port Adelaide, which clubs will surprisingly miss the eight and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum scrutinise Carlton's shortcomings on a big stage. Without a goal in the second half, Carlton's ability to step forward as a team is in question. Plus, Joe Daniher's stunning return to footy prompts more questions about his and Essendon's future. The podcasters also have social media trolls in their sights. There's also Brownlow thoughts, predictions on All-Australian defenders and much more.
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In this bonus episode of the Real Footy podcast, Greg Baum speaks to Terry, Anthony and Chris Daniher ahead of the 30th anniversary of a very special game - when all four brothers played for Essendon in the same match. From how their mother gave Kevin Sheedy the idea - and kept it alive - to a missed meeting with Tom Hafey, to how the selection might have affected the Bombers' 1990 premiership hopes, we go behind the scenes with a famous football family.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the disappointing Demons. When they're good, they look great. But they seem to have failed to fix issues in their football department, despite off-field achievements. Plus, looking back on Sir Doug Nicholls round and Robert Muir's harrowing story - published this weekend by the ABC - staging, the true premiership contenders, the coach of the year so far and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the teams that have done well during the AFL's festival of football, and the ones that have struggled. Has the condensed fixture caused problems for Essendon and Collingwood? Or has it just revealed issues that were already there? We look at the teams that have been playing at a level above everyone else this season and how their power forwards have been dominating, ask whether the ARC should be used to review incidents such as the lead-up to Jack Newnes' goal and discuss whether Melbourne are truly out of the woods.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss how the Tigers have handled off-field issues, where the AFL has gone wrong with penalties for staging and holding the ball and how the call the Blues will have to make on their older players. Plus, praise for Port, the AFL's contingencies for 2021 and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson ask whether off-field issues affected the Pies in their loss to Fremantle, or if they were simply outcoached. What parts of their game were exposed by the Dockers and how will it affect them in the fixture crunch going forward? Plus, the most imperious performance of the round, whether the Saints can challenge for the premiership, why we should have seen the Hawks' win over the Blues coming, where finals will be played this season and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the issues that the Magpies are facing. Do teams now have a template to beat them? Do they have a problem sustaining performances throughout a full game? Or was it, as Nathan Buckley said, an 'outlier'? Plus, Richmond's dysfunctional forward line and why the next four weeks could decide their future this season, praise for the Saints' old hands, who have been getting better and better, and whether Essendon can be trusted – and will they play finals?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the way the top eight is shaping up and which teams are best placed for success. Plus, a look at North Melbourne and the Hawks' on-field woes, whether the AFL should have taken a stronger position on Jordan De Goey's indecent assault charge and more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the Hawks and whether they need to rebuild or not – and whether the decision has to be so binary. Is Alastair Clarkson the man to take them forward? Did the Hawks give up too much to bring in certain players? And what are the on-field problems causing the most concern? Plus, why the Blues should be back in prime time - and fast - why clubs have a responsibility to play entertaining footy, Izak Rankine's brilliant performance and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Greg Baum discuss the issues that have cropped up for the Pies and whether president Eddie McGuire's comments in his role in the media have helped or hindered the club. Sam McClure also joins the panel to discuss his investigation into Adelaide's infamous 2018 pre-season camp. Plus: have the wheels come off for Richmond with all the injuries they suffered in the win over Melbourne? Or did that performance show that the wheels are well and truly back on?
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall engage in fiery debate about ugly footy, whether Alastair Clarkson's comments on the state of the game were correct – and whether he was right to make them. Plus, praise for the Blues, an examination of the Tigers' issues, a preview of Collingwood and Essendon's big Friday night clash, changes to the fixture and much more.
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Jimmy Bartel joins Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson to discuss the fallout from Conor McKenna's positive COVID test, how the AFL is going to deal with the fixture going forward and which upset was the biggest of round three.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Bulldogs' disappointing return to football. How did the club end up with such a young team, four years on from a premiership? Have they over-committed to coach Luke Beveridge? Or is it a problem with the players on the field? Also this week, why Gillon McLachlan was wrong to call the review of the Jack Higgins mark a brave decision, the "poor call" on Shaun Burgoyne's sling tackle, praise for the Suns and their young guns and much more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss which team might be most affected by changes to the coronavirus-hit season – and whether it will have an impact on who wins the flag. Plus: has the game lost supporters during the shutdown? Did the AFL make the wrong call in starting the season with Collingwood v Richmond? And is a new broadcast deal close?
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This week, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure talk about the state of the game today and how it compares to footy from decades past. Plus: discussion of the looming pay war between the AFL and its players, including the letter that has left the AFL unhappy and why there could be pressure on the league to allow third-party deals going forward.
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Josh Jenkins joins the podcast to talk about joining the Cats, how the AFLPA handled the Crows' infamous pre-season camp and the only part of footy that's normal at the moment.
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Richmond defender Dylan Grimes joins the podcast to talk about football in the time of coronavirus, from the unexpected benefits of a very different set-up to how he's spent his time during isolation, and what it's like being a footballer in a very different season. Plus Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson on all the latest AFL news, including the likelihood of a night grand final, the fixtures they'd like to see open the season, and Peter V'landys' impact on the AFL.
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The AFL had hoped to make an announcement on the season restart as early as Wednesday. Now, the word is that the wait could stretch to the end of the weekend. This week on the Real Footy podcast, Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss what is causing the hold-up. Plus: id the penalties handed out to the Crows for their breach of AFL rules go far enough? And we answer your questions.
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Just a note to let you know there won't be an episode Tuesday as we await the news of when the season will restart - but there will be one this week! Make sure you're subscribed to get the episode as it drops.
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Award-winning crime writer John Silvester joins Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall to talk about the colourful characters who have been involved in football over the years, from the time Carlton lost possession of one of their flags (and how it involves the Moran family) to a Fremantle scout's run-in with Carl Williams, and plenty in between. Plus, North star Emma Kearney gives her take on the latest AFL news, we hear when footy is likely to start up again, discuss the news around Dean Laidley and more.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, former St Kilda coach Ross Lyon joins Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson to discuss the drawn grand final between St Kilda and Collingwood as we approach the 10-year anniversary of the game. Lyon recounts his strongest memories from that day, the rematch and the finals series as a whole and details what he might have done differently, with the benefit of hindsight.
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Collingwood star Darcy Moore tells the Real Footy podcast what it's like to play on Joe Daniher in an Anzac Day game, why he defies instructions to spoil, what he's enjoying about the AFL shutdown and more. Plus, the modelling the MCG is doing around socially distanced crowds, how the Bulldogs have handled the Lachie Hunter situation and the latest on when the AFL could resume.
WHICH ANZAC DAY GAME WAS THE BEST? We're calling on footy fans to vote on which of these five modern-day classics was the best. Click here to see the selections and have your say in our poll.
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A talk from Kevin Bartlett, a team dinner after watching the grand final from the stands in 1999 and a tough pre-season camp. Matthew Lloyd tells the Real Footy podcast what made 2000 such a special season for Essendon, and the moment he knew the Bombers couldn't be stopped en route to the flag. We also find out why he thinks things have changed at the club and why the Dons haven't been able to win a final since 2004. Plus, the latest on the AFL shutdown, including why late July to early August is tipped as a likely restart date.
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This week Wayne Carey is grilled by Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson on his list of the 20 best players he has seen. Why did Ablett snr slip so far down the list? Why is Dunstall picked ahead of Lockett, and Voss ahead of Hird? And why did some big names - including Hodge, Koutoufides and Kernahan - miss out? Plus, the difference between the haves and the have-nots among the clubs has never been clearer, the latest on the financial situation amid the shutdown and how the season could look if and when it restarts.
WAYNE CAREY'S BEST 20
1. Jason Dunstall, 2. Michael Voss, 3. James Hird, 4. Tony Lockett, 5. Chris Judd, 6. Robert Harvey, 7. Greg Williams, 8. Lance Franklin, 9. Gary Ablett snr, 10. Nathan Buckley, 11. Mark Ricciuto, 12. Adam Goodes, 13. Glen Jakovich, 14. Andrew McLeod, 15. Dustin Martin, 16. Jonathan Brown, 17. Stephen Silvagni, 18. Matthew Richardson, 19. Gary Ablett jnr, 20. Paul Kelly.
JAKE NIALL'S BEST 20
1. Wayne Carey, 2. Gary Ablett snr, 3. Tony Lockett, 4. Lance Franklin, 5. Michael Voss, 6. Jason Dunstall, 7. James Hird, 8. Gary Ablett jnr, 9. Chris Judd, 10. Greg Williams, 11. Nathan Buckley, 12. Robert Harvey, 13. Dustin Martin, 14. Nat Fyfe, 15. Peter Matera, 16. Luke Hodge, 17. Jonathan Brown, 18. Anthony Koutoufides, 19. Stephen Silvagni, 20. Matthew Pavlich.
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Jimmy Bartel tells Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson about the three premierships he thinks the Cats "left on the table", the hardest game he ever played and Bomber Thompson's quarter-time instructions in the '09 grand final. Plus, a club perspective on the league shutdown, how player contracts will be affected and will we see this season's grand final played away from the MCG?
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Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss the long-term impacts of the shutdown on the game, the AFL's dispute with players over pay cuts and why both the league executive and the players need to take bigger cuts, and quickly. Plus, a look back on the round that was, the importance of the fans and what the future holds for AFLW.
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This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss the AFL's decision to bring the competition to a halt. They discuss the financial implications for the AFL and clubs, the problems around keeping players fit and ready to restart the season, and just how long we might be feeling the impact of shutdowns this year.
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Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall bring you the latest on the AFL's decision to go ahead with the season. What advice did the league act on? Was it the right choice, or should the league have shut down? Plus, what are the changes to the structures of games and how will they affect the final product?
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Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan bring you the latest on how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting the AFL, before Gleeson, Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and special guest Emma Kearney get stuck in to a season preview, touching on the biggest stories from the off-season, the coaches under the most pressure this year, why the Bombers are set to struggle and much more.
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Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson are back with The Real Footy podcast in 2020. Join them each week as they take a look at the biggest issues in footy.
Regular guest Jimmy Bartel will be back, and you'll hear from some expert, new voices throughout the season.
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The league's 18 clubs have looked into their crystal balls at the AFL draft and taken a punt on which young guns might become future stars.
Michael Gleeson, Peter Ryan and Daniel Cherny review this year's big decisions.
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In this special episode of the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson and Daniel Cherny preview this year's national draft. Who will be the pseudo first pick taken at No.3? How will father-son picks shape the first round of the draft? Who wants to trade into the top 10, and how could next year's draft have an effect on this year's trading?
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Michael Gleeson, Peter Ryan, Sam McClure and Daniel Cherny take you through a hectic deadline day of trade period. Can the Blues pick up Jack Martin, after failing to trade for him in the last week and a bit? What are Joe Daniher's options going forward, after the Bombers and the Swans failed to agree to a deal? And is club power the new player power? Plus, the work behind the scenes at Geelong to get the Josh Jenkins trade done, how St Kilda fared this trade period and what their best team will look like in 2020, the spite behind the Alex Keath trade and more.
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