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Phil Davis sits down each week with Alicia Eva and Alison Zell to re-cap the GIANTS' latest game and give his views of the all the hottest issues in the AFL.
After 192 games, Phil Davis has announced his retirement from the AFL. And after 138 episodes, the final episode of The Footy Phil is here and it's a bumper episode to go out on.
0:00: We reflect on the birth of The Footy Phil
3:40: Phil reflects on this week and his final VFL game last weekend
6:30: When Phil retired for the first time last year
16:05: Phil's greatest learnings
24:33: What's next for Phil
28:27: Alicia's tribute
30:19: Does Phil regret playing on this season?
37:27: What he learned becoming captain at 21 and the influence of Callan Ward
44:10: His favourite footy memories
45:11: The kidney injury that almost forced him out of the game
50:57: Reflecting on the 2019 Grand Final
52:45: His favourite opponent to play on
54:37: We end with a bit of footy chat - The finals scenario, the score review and which GIANTS make the All Australian team
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It’s getting to the business end of the season which means schedules are impossible, but we’ve still done our best to bring you a new episode of The Footy Phil featuring Phil Davis, Alicia Eva, Alison Zell and special guests Callan Ward and Adam Kennedy.
What's On:
0:00: Welcome back to a new month and it’s the sixth episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with plenty happening and plenty of special guests.
1:29: A GIANTS update – We re-cap a huge week and a huge month since our last episode in the midst of a seven-game winning streak, what the scenario is for the final three games of the season and where Phil is up to.
13:15: All the latest from across the AFLW world as the girls return to the field for the first time in season 2023 as they get set to play a practice match against the Power this weekend.
31:27: It’s an original GIANT takeover as Phil is joined by Callan Ward and Adam Kennedy for a very fun chat.
44:42 It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode.
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There's plenty of new faces (and voices) as The Footy Phil returns with fill-in co-host Adam Kennedy joining Phil Davis and Alison Zell, as well as special guest Jason Gillbee.
What's On:
0:00: Welcome back to a new month and the fifth episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with a fill-in guest co-host, Adam Kennedy.
3:08: A GIANTS update - Phil catches us up on his rehab and return, Adam talks about his new role as a VFL coach and we assess what's gone right over the past month, with the GIANTS winning four of their past five.
18:29: All the latest from across the AFL world. We chat about the ladder after 17 rounds and the path to finals, the clarity over the dangerous tackle, Damien Hardwick's departure and Phil puts his AFLPA hat on to fill us in on the AFLW CBA.
30:39: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week's guest is one of the newest but one of the most famous as we welcome rookie Jason Gillbee to the podcast.
44:53 It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode, including a very special Ashes-inspired shout out.
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It's four months into the footy season and time for a mid-season check-in. Phil Davis, Alicia Eva and Alison Zell dissect the 'green shoots' at the GIANTS, a mid-season report card for across the AFL comp and we catch up with one of our favourites in Adam Kennedy.
0:00: Another month, another Footy Phil in a season going simultaneously fast and slow.
1:45: It's time to check in on the new-look GIANTS in season 2023 - we review both the AFL and VFL teams' starts to the season with plenty of 'green shoots' to be found.
14:00: We run our eye over the AFL comp with a mid-season report card featuring our favourite teams and players to watch so far this year.
26:20: One of our favourites is back at the club and back on the mic with Adam Kennedy as he chats about his tough surgery, the recovery, a present he got from the backline group and what he's hoping to focus on for the rest of the season.
36:57: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode.
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The Footy Phil is back for a seventh season and it's already May. It's budget time, it's a third of the way through the AFL season and it's time for the third episode of the year.
0:00: Welcome back to a new month and the third episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with the whole gang here this week.
3:56: A GIANTS update - a third of the way through the season, we assess the performances of the AFL and VFL sides and talk about two topical (and favourite) players; Tom Green and Jack Buckley.
15:39: All the latest across the AFL world in a month busy with announcements: Gather Round, the Tassie team, the new AFL CEO, the MRO and Tribunal and booing is all on the agenda.
31:20: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week's guest is one of the newest as we welcome number one draft pick Aaron Cadman to the podcast.
45:11: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode.
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In the second episode of the new season, we review the GIANTS' first four weeks, chat about another setback for Phil, get some thoughts on Gather Round, consistency at the Tribunal and find out more about Finn Callaghan.
0:00: The trio is finally back together.
1:22: We dissect the first month for the GIANTS - the good, the bad and the consistent. We talk about some young draftees as well as the players that have impressed so far. We also chat to Phil about another setback he's had to endure.
16:06: All the latest across the AFL world as the AFL prepares for Gather Round in the City of Churches. We chat about the teams that have impressed and the teams that have ... not. We also chat about what players wants from umpires, the MRO and Tribunal and how to make players change their behaviour.
32:13: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week we're joined by young gun Finn Callaghan. He shares some fun facts about himself as well as who he lives with and who he looks up to at the club.
37:58: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week.
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The Footy Phil is back for a seventh season! Entering his 15th year in the
AFL, Phil Davis will be joined by AFLW captain and development coach Alicia Eva as well as GIANTS Head of Media, Content and Communications Alison Zell each month across the season to dissect the latest happenings in the GIANTS - and AFL - world.
In the first episode of the new season, Alicia is absent while she graduates from a Masters of Psychology (a constant overachiever) so Alison and Phil preview the 2023 season - a season of new.
0:00: Welcome to the new season, Fun Facts of the Week
6:00: The new GIANTS: Adam Kingsley, his coaching staff, what he's brought in his short time at the club, what the GIANTS' game style will look like and who are Phil's picks for All Australian, Kevin Sheedy Medallist and leading goal kicker?
22:30: All the latest across the AFL world as the countdown to the first bounce of the season is on - We preview the season, cover off all the major awards, talk about the impact of a fourth umpire and the latest news in protecting players from concussion.
33:30: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the GIANTS but for this week only we're chatting to an old(er) face - An open and honest Phil speaks about how close he was to retirement, why he chose to play on and what he hopes to get out of this year.
43:30: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations, Teammates of the Week and a shout out to GIANTS Netball who kick off their season this week too.
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The Footy Phil wraps up for season 2022 as Phil, Alicia and Alison go on a wander through the year.
They wrap up the 2022 season on-field for the GIANTS, talk about the positive to talk out of the season but Phil tells fans to be "disappointed not despondent".
The team also cover off the finals series, naming their grand finalists, premiers, Norm Smith Medallists and Brownlow winner.
Alicia then talks about the AFLW pre-season and the players to watch as the NAB AFLW Season Seven kicks off this Sunday for the GIANTS, taking on the Western Bulldogs at IKON Park.
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0:00: Welcome
- It's a Thursday miracle as we're all in the studio together!
- Fun Facts of the Week (animal themed)
5:45: From the West of the Town
- A VFL review and the fight for finals
- What we're lacking at the moment - but remember, "football's played by humans"
- What can be fixed in a short period
- A Super Saturday!
12:13: Around the Grounds
- The bold Carlton statement ...
- It's still anyone's game
19:48: Phil Me In - Phil on Eddie
22:16: The Final Countdown
- Teammate(s) of the Week: Alicia, Alyce and Emily
- Recommendations:
- Get a dog
- Colleen Hoover novels
- Alberto's Lounge in Surry Hills
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The team's back together and back in business for a bumper episode of The Footy Phil. We chat where the team's at, who wants the final finals spot and why we just love a debutant (particularly this week).
0:00: Welcome
- A Phil update
- What's keeping Alicia busy
- Fun Facts of the Week
11:44: From the West of the Town
- A GIANTS check in
- Where the VFL's at
- Two big Sydney Derbies and why ladder position doesn't matter
20:20: Around the Grounds
- The race for the eight - who wants the final spot?
- A dissection of the finals moments of the Collingwood-Essendon game
- The remarkable CV of Joel Selwood ahead of his 350th game
40:22: Phil Me In - We just love a debut
48:01: The Final Countdown
- Teammate(s) of the Week: Braydon Preuss, Pepa Randall, Jacob Wehr
- Recommendations: Leek's debutant speech (https://www.gwsgiants.com.au/video/1183315/leek-aleer-to-debut?videoId=1183315&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1658991763252) and Daisy's response (https://www.sen.com.au/news/2022/07/21/pearce-replies-to-commentary-criticism/)
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Alicia's back! But in iso ... welcome to another edition of The Footy Phil.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Alicia’s in iso … Fun Facts of the Week
8:10: From the West of the Town The Hawks win The big wet Callum Brown’s inclusion Taking on the Power
17:15: Around the Grounds Are we seeing a new Premiership contender? The games that matter Health and Safety protocols are back - good/bad?
26:30: Phil Me In - Coaches Being Backed In
29:00: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Lachie Ash, Sam Jacob, the AFLW team check in Recommendations: Alicia takes over: music, book and TV show!
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Phil and Alison (sans Alicia) are back with the latest episode of The Footy Phil with AFLW draft-themed fun facts, Phil's first game under Mark McVeigh and the one club, three teams mentality.
0:00: Welcome Remote and missing a member but still here for some fun Fun Facts of the Week - AFLW draft themed
3:39: From the West of the Town Phil's experience being back on field His first game under Mark McVeigh Were there any nerves? What can we take into this week? The kids are taking over
13:13: Around the Grounds What a round of footy as we re-cap round 15 What a round of footy (this weekend) Should a red card or sin bin be introduced? Now it's time to make your move - win games and make finals
22:45: Phil Me In - One club, three teams
We chat about GIANTS Netball's heart-breaking final seconds loss in the Preliminary final and how the involvement of netball and AFLW changes the environment of the club.
26:55: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Braydon Preuss, Lachie Ash, the rehab team and Jacob Hopper Recommendations: Friday Night Lights, fresh flowers
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The trio reunite for the latest episode of The Footy Phil featuring a GIANT return, playing offensive footy and a mutual love of musicals.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Alicia’s back! Fun Facts of the Week
6:40: From the West of the Town The shootout Playing offensive football What Sunday’s game might look like Guess who’s back … The mental drain of the past 12 weeks
13:39: Around the Grounds Melbourne v Brisbane What a round of footy They’ve drawn us back in
20:15: Phil Me In - VFL
27:21: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Callan Ward, Alicia Eva Recommendations: - Lisbon (the city) - The Wild Atlantic Way (Ireland) - Throw something out if you’re only 50/50 (life advice) - Go see Moulin Rouge (the musical)
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The Footy Phil is (finally) back and while Alicia takes a well-deserved European holiday, Phil and Alison dissect the new-look GIANTS, chat about the blockbuster Bulldogs clash and provide an exciting update on Phil's return to the field.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the Week
4:00: From the West of the Town The Brisbane and North wins The impact of changing things Maintaining freshness The Bulldogs rivalry
12:33: Around the Grounds Fight MND game The pressure on number one picks AFLW pre-season begins
20:03: Phil Me In - Bye rounds
24:49: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations
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0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week
4:36: From the West of the Town Changes we saw/liked Managing illness Different voices - Phil on bench VFL report
18:15: Around the Grounds Are we bored of footy? The benefit of two byes Umpire blaming Footy’s an entertainment product
28:15: Phil Me In - The career transition post-football from an AFL and AFLW perspective
40:43: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Jacob Wehr x 2, Nicola Barr Recommendations:
- Harry’s House by Harry Styles
- The American (movie and book)
- The Staircase documentary on Netflix
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The team are back with the latest episode of The Footy Phil. Wholesome and uplifting fun facts of the week, Phil gives us an insight into what's changed under the McVeigh era and the Phil Me In baton gets handed to Alicia as she explains the new AFLW CBA and what the long-term vision of the AFLW should be.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week
3:30: From the West of the Town A quick review of the Carlton game VFL update The McVeigh era
16:20: Around the Grounds Sir Doug Nicholls Round and its importance Taunting in AFL From little things, big things grow
27:36: Phil Me In - The baton is handed to Alicia on the AFLW CBA and vision for the future
33:19: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week
- Callan Ward playing for Leon
- Annalyse Lister and her role in AFLW negotiations
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Thinking of Conor Stone and Brent Daniels Recommendations:
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Phil: Buy a coffee maker
- Alicia: In the clearing by J. P. Pomare
- Watch the third quarter of GIANTS Netball v Collingwood Magpies
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A big week at the GIANTS so Phil Davis, Alicia Eva and Alison Zell pause to reflect on Leon Cameron's impact at the club, the legacy he leaves and their favourite stories.
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The latest episode of the Footy Phil is here and Alicia is back as the team discuss the win over the Crows, a "quiet" week in footy and why Cooper Hamilton is Phil's new favourite.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week
7:02: From the West of the Town How good’s winning? Lachie, Stephen and Josh respond Alicia on Cooper and Connor MVG - a changing of the guard VFL report
17:40: Around the Grounds A quiet week in the footy world Pressure moves to the Bombers Tassie and the JackJumpers - The big picture discussion about a 19th team The report into umpire abuse
28:00: Phil Me In - Kick ins as stats
31:00: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week - Cooper Hamilton sucking up to Phil - Isadora “Foopsie” McLeay returning to the field - Braydon Preuss being an anti-teammate Recommendations: - Coachella 2022 playlist on Spotify - Met Gala red carpet - Author Taylor Jenkins Reid
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It's an Alicia-less episode of The Footy Phil this week with an unbiased review of the loss to the Saints, why it's not all doom and gloom at the GIANTS and the perils of being a ruckman.
0:00: Welcome Where’s Alicia? Fun Facts of the week
4:52: From the West of the Town An unbiased review of the St Kilda game GIANTS on the road The pressure on Leon What’s to be gained the next few weeks?
14:38: Around the Grounds The new-look top-eight: Fremantle, St Kilda, Carlton, Collingwood Is the ruck too dangerous? The record of stand-in coaches
22:10: Phil Me In - The next CEO of the AFL
26:26: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations: - Selling Sunset LA - Our Great National Parks
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0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Why’s Phil in Melbourne? Fun Facts of the week and a review of the best Easter chocolate
6:56: From the West of the Town What’s the go with our form? How do we fix it? The VFL juggernaut rolls on
15:17: Around the Grounds The winners and losers A shout out to Rory Sloane MRO, umpires and inconsistencies
29:40: Phil Me In - The Big Games Who gets them and why? The flow-on effects
37:34: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations: - 24 - Bombshell - Prison Break - Bridgerton (again)
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The latest episode of The Footy Phil, with Phil Davis, Alicia Eva and Alison Zell, is here with the the call for Alicia to captain/coach dominating the headlines along with the legacy Gillon McLachlan leaves in the game.
Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week
3:15: From the West of the Town Where did it go wrong against Fremantle? What’s Phil seeing? How do you get back on track? Alicia’s VFL wrap
12:32: Around the Grounds AFLW news - signings, coaches Gillon McLachlan's legacy
24:57: Phil Me In - Alicia Takes Over The call for Alicia to captain/coach
29:26: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations
Summer Footy Show recommended listening: https://omny.fm/shows/the-summer-footy-show/episode-7-2022-were-past-aspiration
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The Footy Phil is back after an accidental break with Alicia Eva joining Phil Davis and Alison Zell to re-cap all the talking points from the round of footy.
0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - The missing week and where’s Alicia? Fun Facts of the week
6:21: From the West of the Town Mindset coming in, getting a win What Phil saw from afar The key moments: Cogs back to his best? Ash in a tagging role. Preuss’ debut. The crowd How do you back that up?
18:23: Around the Grounds Buddy 1000 New teams at the top of the ladder - Carlton, Hawthorn, Collingwood AFLW wrap: AFLW Awards, Gab Trainor Medal and Grand Final predictions
31:52: Phil Me In - Facing injury The feeling when Phil went down Attacking the rehab process The “human element” of injury
37:06: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations - Bridgerton season two on Netflix, Love Stories by Trent Dalton
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The Footy Phil is back for season six with a very special new addition. AFLW captain, VFL assistant coach and all-round superstar Alicia Eva will join Phil Davis and Alison Zell in 2022 to re-cap all the talking points in the round of footy.
0:00: Welcome back Introducing our new friend Who’s in the same league as Daisy Pearce in terms of becoming an AFL coach? Fun fact of the week is back
7:50: From the West of the Town A “weird” loss Translating pre-season to round one Where to from here
16:35: Around the Grounds What can you take out of round one? Who impressed The coach who was “humbled”
26:42: Phill Me In - Pre-Season Games When the pre-season is basically the actual season What’s the right number of games?
31:00: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations - Inventing Anna on Netflix - The Rescue on Disney - Range: Why generalists triumph in a specialised world by David Epstein
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In the next step on this weird and wonderful journey, the Footy Phil comes to you live from somewhere above Australia.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil A unique location for this week’s Footy Phil Where, when and how on the journey to the semi-final
4:05: From the West of the town How the elimination final was won The unusual prep How does a defender cope with that final quarter? Finding another level for the semi-final Who impressed Phil?
12:40: Around the Grounds Do we like no pre-finals bye? The “no surprises” round one Who impressed Where the Grand Final will be played
19:48: Phil Me In - Just what has happened since the final siren … Life at Barnbougle Tassie quarantine Preparing for Friday night football How has the team adapted (again)
28:11: The Final Countdown Tips of the Week: Ozark, Draft Day Teammate(s) of the Week: Adam Kennedy (and Happy Birthday Phil!) and Zach Sproule
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The Footy Phil is back for a brand-new episode as we get to the business end of the season.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil New week, new plans How are we feeling? Fun Facts of the Week
5:55: From the West of the town How Phil saw the “convoluted game” Farewelling Eddie Betts and Levi Casboult Wrapping up the big news: Jesse Hogan contract extension, Jacob Hopper and Toby Greene in the All Australian squad, Connor Idun recognised with the Rising Star nomination
15:45: Around the Grounds What a final round The reason why the Friday night game lost the “vibe” Farewelling some greats The percentage game How the GIANTS landed pick two
22:45: Phil Me In - Finals time Why finals footy is different What it comes down to Where the games will be won Our girls are in Saturday’s Super Netball Grand Final
23:54: The Final Countdown Tips of the Week: The Office, season two of Ted Lasso Teammate(s) of the Week: Isaac Cumming, Jacob Hopper, Toby Greene
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The Footy Phil is back to explain why Friday night wins are the best, Phil’s predictions proven right and a tribute to Eddie Betts.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil A big week of celebrations Fun Facts of the Week
3:02: From the West of the town The perks of Friday night wins Tim’s flexibility Playing the way we want to play The equation from here
9:18: Around the Grounds It’s round 23 and guess what … the top eight isn’t set Phil’s predictions proven right Where should finals be played?
18:18: Phil Me In - Eddie Betts The impact of Eddie Betts on and off-field “It’s hard to think about someone who’s had a more positive impact on the game” Why Eddie invited Phil to stay with him A tribute to other retirees
23:54: The Final Countdown Tips of the Week: Coffee shops and The Voice Teammate of the Week: Braydon Preuss Non-Teammate of the Week: Jacob Hopper
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It’s a super snappy edition of The Footy Phil as Adam Kennedy joins us to re-cap one of the best wins in club history, Josh’s contract news and why he’s on the celery juice …
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Welcome Adam Kennedy Fun Facts of the Week
4:34: From the West of the town One of the best wins in history Where Adam and Phil watched Callum Brown playing forward for the first time The Miracle on Ice
8:50: Around the Grounds A round of upsets Best wishes to Sam Docherty Eddie Betts and the burden of standing up to racism Toby’s tribunal and appeal
15:05: Phil Me In - Josh Kelly’s new contract The boost it gives the club The long-term commitment His new celery juice diet …
19:25: The Final Countdown Teammates of the Week: Nick Haynes, Adam Kennedy, Braydon Preuss Tip(s) of the Week: Luxe Listings Sydney, Love Island UK Phil’s Non-Tip of the Week
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A super sized Footy Phil to re-cap the move back to Melbourne, taking it up to a top team and the ins and outs of concussion from someone going through it.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Checking in on Phil after his concussion Fun Facts of the Week
7:45: From the West of the town Recovering from a terrible start What positives do you take from taking it up to a top team? Injuries v opportunities James Peatling’s debut
18:33: Around the Grounds Hard to watch football when you’re moving states … Footy without fans, yay or nay? The coaching handover - can you ever really know how successful a coach is without being on the inside?
28:00: Phil Me In - Concussion Phil’s concussion like no other he’s experienced What’s involved in a concussion test? “It’s purely scary” A Jacob Hopper update The process from here for Phil and Jacob
42:39: The Final Countdown A very special mutual Tip of the Week - Footy Banners, a Complete Run Through Teammates of the Week: The Staff
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A brand new Footy Phil to re-cap a “strange” game and a weird week.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil The team reunites after nine days in quarantine Fun Facts of the Week - Olympic themed
5:37: From the West of the town The “strangest scoreline I’ve ever seen” Difference between first and second half Why did Phil decide mid-game he needed to go to hospital? Leon’s favourite: Brent Daniels Lachie Ash’s role on Darcy Parish
15:08: Around the Grounds Well wished to Ben Cunnington The AFLW Draft Why Phil was “disappointed” we’re not harder on head high contact
20:57: Phil Me In - The Olympics A fortnight that unites the nation What sports does Phil like to think he could play? Athletes at their very best and the small period of time they have to showcase it
26:53: The Final Countdown Tips of the Week Teammates of the Week
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A new week, a new state and a brand new situation for one member of the Footy Phil team as we re-cap the chaos that was the last seven days.
0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Alison’s in iso and has all the inside info on how it went down (Phil’s) Fun Fact of the Week
6:14: From the West of the town The chaos before the Derby What happened inside the change rooms How Toby Greene and Matt de Boer took the news The start What changed at half-time How the fans are feeling Some key players: Stephen Coniglio and Tanner Bruhn
16:53: Around the Grounds A wrap of the round The big winners The big almost-winners Let the players (and staff) live
26:01: Phil Me In - Succession Plans A quick diversion - Wishing Dusty well A reflection on the Kevin Sheedy and Leon Cameron coaching succession plan
32:10: The Final Countdown Much-needed Tips of the Week
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Jake Riccardi joins this week’s episode of The Footy Phil to chat about the wind in Ballarat, Jake’s football progression and a comprehensive wrap up of the hottest hub topic - Euro 2020. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil
Jake Riccardi joins this week’s podcast, for a very special reason Fun Facts of the Week 5:17: From the West of the town
VFL wrap The loss to the Suns What’s the wind factor actually like? How’s Jake assess where he’s at with his football 15:10: Around the Grounds
A wrap of the round The big winners The finals race is still wide open A look ahead to the Sydney Derby 23:20: Phil Me In - Euro 2020
Jake gets this week’s Phil Me In segment to update us on the hottest topic out of the GIANTS’ Melbourne hotel A full wrap of the GIANTS’ Euro 2020 sweep Who took it the most seriously - and who deserves to have lost Where Jake - a proud Italian fan - watched the final between England and Italy The reaction and a look ahead 36:20: The Final Countdown
Tip of the Week Teammate(s) of the Week
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Tom Green joins this week’s episode of The Footy Phil to chat about his return and answer some GIANTS trivia while Phil gets passionate about being “patient and open-minded” on expansion. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil
Tom Green joins this week’s podcast Fun Facts of the Week 7:02: From the West of the town
Is Tom the GIANTS’ winning edge? Where the game was won Tom’s final quarter How do you replicate that effort? 20:22: Around the Grounds
The “final eight is set” debate The rest of the action from round 16 “Stop being so literal, Tom” 26:30: Phil Me In - Expansion
With the two newest expansion teams set to go head-to-head again this weekend, Phil gets passionate about the criticism of the Gold Coast SUNS and why you have to be “patient and open-minded” 37:53: The Final Countdown
Tip of the Week Teammate(s) of the Week Tom’s NBA Finals chat
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The banter is high and the analysis even higher as Jacob Hopper joins this week’s episode of The Footy Phil live from Melbourne. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil
Jacob Hopper’s back to join The Footy Phil A bit’s happened in the past week … Fun Facts of the Week 7:48: From the West of the town
The feeling after the loss to the Hawks How it played out at the MCG How do you find consistency? Young players being dropped to VFL - Lachie Ash and Tom Green 18:10: Around the Grounds
The weekend of footy The top eight STILL isn’t set The MRO decision on head-high contact gets a tick of approval 24:48: Phil Me In - COVID uncertainty
The move to Melbourne The impact on those left behind Thinking of those in the Sydney lockdown How the uncertainty plays on your mind Why the speculation makes things harder 32:55: The Final Countdown
Tip of the Week: Book and TV recommendations and the importance of routine Teammate(s) of the Week
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0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Fun Facts of the Week 4:33: From the West of the town Phil’s return to AFL level His first chance to see the young backline up close Carlton’s hot streak and what you do out on field What did you tell Toby before his torp? Matt de Boer’s role and how often you can play a tagger 14:07: Around the Grounds The Friday night blockbuster - Did you back Gary Rohan in? Where the game was won Can Joel Selwood’s legacy be tarnished? The Suns and where they’re at The Tassie crowd Backtracking - the David Mackay tribunal decision, the outcome and the process 28:03: Phil Me In - Reviews How they work and why Phil wants to be part of one “We should be constantly reviewing” What’s a week-to-week review versus a formal one 31:36: The Final Countdown Tip of the Week Teammate(s) of the Week The COVID uncertainty ahead
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0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Phil comes through with another special guest Was Jack Buckley right about the Staples Centre last week? Fun facts galore: How many viruses are in the world right now? 5:35: From the West of the town How do you feel walking off after a draw? What was Adam thinking when the ball was in his hands at the end of the game? How does this game get reviewed? Mummy - a “thug”? 16:50: Around the Grounds A short but sweet round Geelong’s impressive performance Richmond still in it Thrilling matches 24:40: Phil Me In A tribute to Nathan Buckley and where to next for him 30:35: The Final Countdown Tip of the week: Mare of Easttown (again), the Tik Tok bread hack and don’t forget Tom Green in the Rising Star race Teammates of the Week: Phil and Adam nominate themselves
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0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Who is Jack Buckley? He was the son of Ben, now he’s the Father of Jack Fun facts of the week: The first President/son showdown, the most offensive era of basketball ever 9:50: From the West of the town Round 11 wrap The half-way mark predictions: Club champion, most improved, rising star, surprise packet, who we want to see more of 19:35: Around the Grounds The furnace at Carlton Phil’s top two teams (and not the ones you’d expect) Is the top 8 set?really Jack’s childhood: Santa doesn’t come to Tigers supporters 28:30: Phil Me In COVID patience The impact of hubs Where to now … 31:30: The Final Countdown Tip of the week: Mare of Easttown Teammate of the Week (and not for a good reason …) The hard-hitting questions: how does the court at the Staples Centre change over?
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A new episode of The Footy Phil is here as Phil re-caps a special win, discusses the cohesion between the MRO and Tribunal and reveals Connor Idun’s stellar nickname. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil What Phil was thinking heading to the game An update on puppy parenthood Fun facts about the ‘new-car smell’ and methane 4:51: From the West of the town “It’s all about the sum of the parts” Sticking to task The rise and rise of Jack Buckley Beating the Eagles at their own game It started in the midfield again 16:12: Around the Grounds The Dees go down The Bulldogs assert their dominance Close results Buddy v Nat Fyfe The upcoming Sir Doug Nicholls Round 24:37: Phil Me In The discrepancy between the MRO and tribunal When and how do we protect the head How do we find consistency? 36:15: The Final Countdown Best on Ground: Nick Haynes’ intercept king mantle and Nick Shipley’s optimism Connor Idun’s amazing nickname Tip of the week: We’re having a break …
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A new episode of The Footy Phil is here as Phil adjusts to life as a parent, revels in the success of his Rising Star campaign and puts the burden on senior coaches on the agenda. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Phil’s new life as a puppy parent to Wally Things he’s learned A tip of the week about NASA space suits 4:57: From the West of the town Why it’s so hard to take on the Tigers Experience v system The rising star of Tom Green Jack’s role on Jack, Connor Idun’s impact A new week, a new captain 17:45: Around the Grounds North Melbourne get their first win The Demons now 9-0, are they Phil’s premiership favourite? Damien Hardwick’s comments on playing at Marvel Stadium: “it’s all about perspective” The Patrick Cripps injury situation: should club’s be revealing players’ injury for their own betterment? 25:30: Phil Me In The burden on senior coaches Why ex-players are less likely to take it on How do we alleviate the pressure? 32:33: The Final Countdown Tip of the week It’s a dog’s life (again), get yourself a Kindle and get reading Best on Ground: The foundation eight
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A new episode of The Footy Phil is here as Phil and Alison dissect a tight win over the Bombers, work through how to replace Lachie Keeffe and some plaudits for a couple of ex-GIANTS. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil Phil’s foggy feedback Fun facts of the week The new puppy is coming … 5:22: From the West of the town An “interesting game” Sam Taylor should concede the first goal of the game every week How you “decide” to play the way you want The Bombers are actually in good form Tanner Bruhn’s impact Jacob’s match-winner Zach Sproule’s celebrations 14:57: Around the Grounds A tale of two halves in Richmond v Geelong Jeremy Cameron’s Big Day Out - a “top-10 performance” Melbourne keep their unbeaten streak alive in an “ugly” game The Prison Bars debate Carlton and the weight of expectation 24:58: Phil Me In Surprise injuries to key players The two ways you cover injuries - youth v role players How do we structure up without Lachie Keeffe 35:03: The Final Countdown Best on Ground - Sam Taylor being Sam Taylor, Dylan Shiel’s Sydney visit, Jacob Hopper’s pride in Phil’s renovations Tip of the week - Dogs are just like babies (maybe don’t trust Phil on this one …)
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A new episode of The Footy Phil is here with special guest Adam Kennedy who shares his taco hack, theory on renting two houses at the same time and why he messed with last week’s Rehab Report … oh and we chatted some footy too. 0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil • All of the fun facts • Meeting Alba Jacobs • How does Kenners get home … • The sad story of the round: Adam Tomlinson and Kiera Austin 9:34: From the West of the town • A complete performance • A good weekend all round - the VFL result • Jake Riccardi shows us playing defence is easy • The heartwarming story of Jesse Hogan 17:50: Around the Grounds • Thursday night team selection - yay or nay? • Judging 15m in the air • The Suns’ success at the ‘G 27:32: Phil Me In • A campaign begins … 32:18: The Final Countdown • Tip of the Week - A new couch project, where to (not) sit on the plane, how to eat tacos • Best on Ground - Adam Kennedy v Braydon Preuss in the rehab stakes and Kenners’ theory on living in two separate houses at the same time
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In this week’s episode, Phil and Alison dissect Friday night footy, cover Phil’s pet peeve and act as Presidents of the Adam Tomlinson Fan Club. 0:00 - This week’s episode• Why Phil hates missing Friday night footy• Fun facts of the week 7:37 - From the west of the town• The first three quarters v the rest• Why the fourth quarter let-down happened• The game style• Will Jesse Hogan and Lachie Whitfield return? 21:25 - Around the grounds• ANZAC Day football• The Dees’ performance and our friend Adam Tomlinson’s crucial role• Who is “the best defence in the comp”?• The ladder still isn’t figured out yet … 30:29 - Phil me in: Cheap stats• Why do you get a possession for a kick-in?• Do stats matter?• Phil’s solution … 33:54 - The final countdown• This week’s recommendations: Phil’s life tip to make you feel accomplished• Worst on Ground: Matt Buntine• Best on Ground: Braydon Preuss
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In this week’s episode, Phil and Alison re-cap a memorable Sydney Derby, dissect Josh Kelly’s final goal and the mystery of post-goal rotations. 0:00 - This week’s episode• Fun facts of the week• The view from high up in the Victor Trumper Stand 5:43 - From the west of the town• Why Phil wasn’t stressed• The Buddy v Taylor duel• The final goal: How each team set up• Josh Kelly’s new role 14:57 - Around the grounds• VFL wrap• A regulation round• “It just sort of worked out like that”• Looking ahead to another big round 20:15 - Phil me in: Rotations• Is it mandatory to rotate after a goal?• The new rotation cap• Tom Green’s substitution issue 24:57 - The final countdown• This week’s recommendations:- Sherpa on Netflix- 30 for 30: Hillsborough on Kayo
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In this week’s episode, Phil reflects on a “top-10” win over the ‘Pies, speaks about the man with “the biggest heart I’ve seen in football” and gives Nick Riewoldt some love.
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In this week’s episode, Phil reveals the mental toll injuries take as he re-caps the loss to the Dees, tells us about some new players who may get their chance and names his teammates of the week. 0:00 - This week’s episode• Fun facts of the week• Extra fun facts of the week about Groodles 6:56 - From the west of the town• The injury toll• The Manuka Oval crowd• The youngsters• “It’s all about the trajectory”• The potential new faces 11:30 - Around the grounds• A mixed bag of results• How important it is to bring consistency in effort and energy• “There’ll be some serious yo-yo-ing still to come”• Phil’s favourite act of sportsmanship 24:10 - Phil me in: The injury toll• The realities of being injured• The mental challenges• Learning to lead when you can’t play• The emotional toll on those around you 36:05 - The final countdown• This week’s recommendations:- Jacob Hopper’s extra recommendation- The only acceptable Easter chocolate- Drive to Survive season three on Netflix• Teammates of the week:- Matt Buntine for three reasons- Lachie Keeffe’s chocolate delivery
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Jacob Hopper joins the Footy Phil to re-cap the weekend and discuss the “poisoned chalice” of coaching the GIANTS.
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He had to be forcibly dragged to the studio, but Josh Kelly is here and ready for another big episode of The Footy Phil. 0:15 - This week’s episode Josh Kelly - “disgraceful, disrespectful” Phil’s feedback Fun facts of the week6:19 - From the west of the town “What a peculiar game” The positives Matt Flynn Holding the ball an incorrect decision16:02 - Around the grounds State of the game The big winners Dangerfield sent to the tribunal26:20 - Phil me in Social media trolls The round one hot takes33:12 - The final countdown Josh’s thrilling recommendations Tanner Bruhn best on ground
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It's the moment all footy fans have been waiting for... the long awaited reunion between Phil Davis and his co-host Alison Zell ahead of the 2021 AFL season.
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Phil Davis speaks with Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell about returning home due to injury, patchy form on field and some big stories off it. And he has an important message for members too.
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Phil Davis, Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell catch up at the Sanctuary Cove resort on the Gold Coast and have a Rising Star nominee drop to say hi. Warning - if you don't like the sounds of nature, this is not an episode for you.
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Phil Davis, Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell share their tales of getting out and about in Perth now that the quarantine period is finished. The trio discuss the improved performance against West Coast, how a debutant deserved a Rising Star nomination and the upcoming clash with Fremantle. Thanks to our presenting partner, Kia.
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Phil Davis, Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell pull apart the loss to the Swans from all angles and discuss how life in the hub helps and hinders moving on to the next match against West Coast.
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Phil, Alison and Sam settle into their new hub in Perth and discuss the move West, family free quarantine and finding a way to beat the Bombers.
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5 days into the Queensland hub, we chat schedules, families, hub life and the win over the Suns.
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It’s a little late but better than never. Alison, Phil and Sam re-cap a hectic week from their new home in Brisbane.
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Phil and Sam dissect why the GIANTS can't just be a run and gun team, the known unknown about the weeks ahead, the link between shorter breaks and the contract freeze and what's going on with holding the ball.
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On this week’s episode, we cover off the loss to the Power, what’s the best way to broadcast the game, the rushed behind rule (again), the bump and is there an exodus coming?
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Phil Davis, Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell are back for another episode of the Footy Phil covering the influx of teams north, who has the best hub, Phil's interpretation of a deliberate rushed behind, holding the ball and the credit Leon is never afforded.
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Phil Davis and Sam Jacobs join GIANTS Media's Alison Zell for this week's episode of The Footy Phil in a topsy-turvy week for the competition. This week's episode covers: Friday night footy Phil updates us on his chances to face the Hawks Watching from the bench in the final minutes When your friend takes your ruck spot What (Rising Star) Tom Green said after his second game How do we fix football? To hub or not to hub
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Phil Davis joins Alison Zell in this week’s Footy Phil to chat about last week’s clash with the Bulldogs, the scraps, where it isn’t quite working right now, reviews the rest of the round and looks ahead to a first for the GIANTS with Friday night footy at GIANTS Stadium.
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Footy returns and so do Phil Davis, Sam Jacobs and Alison Zell to (finally) talk about some footy with a wrap-up of round 2, a look around the grounds and a look ahead to a (delicious) clash with the Bulldogs.
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The excitement for the return of footy is contagious! Sam Jacobs is back to join Phil Davis and Alison Zell for the latest episode of the Footy Phil as we eagerly anticipate round two.
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In an important week for Indigenous Australians, Zac Williams joins the podcast to talk a little footy but also to talk to us about what’s happening in the world from his perspective and his advice to listen and learn.
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This week’s episode of the Footy Phil with Phil Davis and Sam Jacobs is here! What’s everyone copying from Phil?The ultimate state of the game debate: How many games/how many on the interchange/how long should the quarters beThe NRL returns with fake crowd noiseToby takes on the Big Freeze
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The boys are back and Sam Jacobs joins Phil Davis and Alison Zell to chat his exciting news, being in quarantine, the new way of life and of course, the season returning.
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In Members Week, we catch up with one of our favourites - Mitch Starc - as he chats the cricketing shutdown, finally getting to spend time at home, AFL's return to play and our favourite wins.
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On this week’s episode of The Footy Phil, presented by Kia, Sam on Twitter asks: How legitimate will the flag be this year, provided the 2020 season goes ahead? We cover off the return to play scenarios, is Victorian bias really a thing and congratulations in order for one of our favourite GIANTS couples.
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On this week's episode of The Footy Phil we chat about the lay of the land, how to punish the rule-breakers, how to balance everyone’s needs, the AFLW Awards, Phil’s new podcast and answer your questions.
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In this week’s Footy Phil we chat The Last Dance, which footballer would you make a documentary on, the realities of hubs, Anzac Day and the role football plays, Phil's recollections of the club’s first-ever win and should we be dobbing on the rule-breakers?
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It's week four in isolation and on this week's episode of The Footy Phil, Phil Davis and Alison Zell talk about Phil's kick in the park with Lenny, chat about the greatest Swans v greatest GIANTS, Phil's favourite Derby memories, his book and TV recommendations and the age-old question: Is Nick Haynes really a 1970s dutch footballer.
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Whist the curve may be flattening, there may be serious concerns for the wellbeing of Phil Davis who has found solace in cutting the lawn with scissors all the while pondering the latest developments in the AFL and answering your questions on the latest Footy Phil proudly presented by KIA.
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Alison Zell and Phil Davis have squeezed out some time in their jam-packed schedule to catch up and check in on each other. Along the way they analyse how zoom calls with 45 players work, how to maximise this crisis and the art of holding out on the latest TV sensations (we're looking at you Tiger King).
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They may take away our football but they can never take our Footy Phil. Phil Davis and Alison Zell reflect on the most bizarre, extraordinary and sometimes incomprehensible week in football... Oh and talk a little footy as well with the GIANTS winning the round one match against the Cats.
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Phil Davis and Alison Zell reflect on one of the oddest weeks in the history of the AFL and how the club is adapting to the ever changing COVID-19 pandemic. The duo preview the GIANTS' season opener against Geelong and Phil gives his 2020 Top six and medal predictions. Podcast Summary0:30 - Podcasts we're listening to3:00 - What we're reading6:10 - TV Shows to watch if a lockdown occurs7:45 - The AFL Player's Association & AFL Response to COVID-1912:30 - "Where's the point that we stop?"14:00 - AFLPA point of view and impact on AFLW competition17:00 - Preview of GIANTS v Geelong20:00 - Phil's 2020 Top Six and Awards Predictions24:00 - Phil's message to fans
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Phil Davis and Alison Zell reflect on the Grand Final, the pre-season, the GIANTS' Marsh Community Series and discuss how the Corona virus might impact round one.
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The co-captains combine for a special Grand Final week edition of The Footy Phil. Together - with host Alison Zell - Phil and Cal reflect on the heart-stopping preliminary final win over Collingwood and look ahead to the Grand Final. They also touch on some exciting news for Cal and his wife Ruby. Podcast Summary1:30 - Grand Final Week Part One3:00 - Baby Ward6:00 - Ward on his injury 9:00 - Phil's prelim problems11:00 - The preliminary final Mummy's side-step Phil's frantic final minutes Ward's reactions on the bench14:20 - Grand Final Week Part Two
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GIANTS Defender Aidan Corr joins Phil and Alison to reflect on a huge week of finals footy. Corr speaks about moving to Australia from Ireland and how he's battled through injury to return to play finals footy in 2019. Davis, Corr and Zell speak about the Cats' big Friday night semi-final win and reflect on an historic night for the GIANTS at the Gabba. Podcast Summary2:00 - Aidan's frustrating injury run9:20 - Being Leon Cameron's favourite11:00 - Aidan the Irishman15:00 - Aidan's nickname16:20 - Firday night's Geelong v West Coast semi-final21:00 - The GIANTS' win over Brisbane23:00 - Phil gets interrupted27:00 - That goal from Brent Daniels32:00 - Preliminary final preview
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Phil Davis and Alison Zell are joined by forward Jeremy Finlayson, who starred in the GIANTS' Elimination Final win over the Western Bulldogs kicking three goals. The tall forward from Culcairn reflects on making his way to the club from the Academy and speaks about how he's taken time to settle in at AFL level. Finlayson reflects on his first-ever final and the trip discuss Brett Deledio's bravery in what might be his final game. Finlayson also opens up about his work with Aboriginal teenagers in Juvenile Justice Centres. Podcast Summary1:00 - Jeremy on life in Culcairn and coming through the GIANTS Academy6:00 - Settling into life in the AFL and his journey so far9:00 - Jeremy reflects on his first final and that shush celebration15:40 - Brett Deledio's bravery18:00 - Jeremy's move from the backline to forward20:20 - Jeremy's relationship with Bobby Hill and Zac Williams22:00 - Jeremy's work with Juvenile Justice Centres in Western Sydney25:20 - Week one of finals30:00 - A tribute to Danny Frawley
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GIANTS midfielder Lachie Whitfield joins Phil and Alison to discuss all the latest news ahead of the GIANTS' first final. The winger reflects on the season that was and speaks about his love for cricket and soccer. Whitfield touches on the turning point in his career and the impact of Stephen Coniglio's re-signing has had on him. Podcast Summary0:45 - Getting to know Lachie3:50 - Lachie's junior cricket career6:30 - Lachie's love of Liverpool and the World Game9:10 - How Lachie became a GIANT and his memories of his first game11:30 - The 'Turning Point' in Lachie's career13:00 - Stephen Coniglio's re-signing and Lachie's own contract17:20 - Around the grounds23:00 - The GIANTS' Final against the Bulldogs.
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In a special episode GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis celebrates his birthday and is joined by great mate Adam Tomlinson. Together with Alison Zell they discuss the pre-finals bye and what they thought of the various awards given to and not given to GIANTS players. Davis, Tomlinson and Zell break down the 2019 Virgin Australia All Australian Team and give their Brownlow Medal predictions. They also re-cap the season that was and give their thoughts on the big question - should Geelong play their home finals at Kardinya Park? Podcast Summary0:20 - Phil's Birthday1:30 - Awards Jeremy Cameron's Coleman Brent Daniels Rising Star Nomination Stephen Coniglio's re-signing Jeremy Cameron named All Australia Tim Taranto in the AFLPA 22under226:20 - The unlucky GIANTS Nick Haynes missing All Australian Jacob Hopper and Sam Taylor unlucky not to make the 22under2222:00 - Brownlow Medal Predictions25:00 - Recapping the home and away season29:00 - Geelong playing a home final
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Round 22 debutant Zach Sproule joined Phil Davis as Ryan Miller filled in for co-host Alison Zell who is on leave. The GIANTS Academy graduate speaks about making his debut in the GIANTS' clash with the Western Bulldogs, how he got the nickname Cow and being scared of Toby Greene when he first arrived at the club. Davis and Sproule recall one of the early encounters that forced the younger GIANTS to stop drinking Milo, The duo speak about who they feel will take the final spot in the top eight, reflect on Ben Brown's 10 goal haul and Phil voices his feelings about the second Ashes Test. Podcast Summary1:00 - Meet Zach Sproule2:30 - Zach's debut announcement and his family's reaction5:00 - Haynes' injury8:00 - Sproule Being a junior mascot, being part of the GIANTS Academy, being a GIANTS member growing up and his early days at the GIANTS14:00 - Reflecting on Round 2222:00 - Top Eight Predictions25:00 - Change to the studs up rule27:00 - Ben Brown's 10 goal haul29:00 - What makes Brisbane so good?31:00 - Phil on the Ashes
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GIANTS senior Assistant Coach Matthew Nicks becomes the first member of the club's coaching staff to join Phil and Alison on The Footy Phil. The former Swan recounts his playing days including watching Tony 'Plugger' Lockett kick his 1,300th goal and 16 in a game, Nick's career best haul of 6.8 and playing alongside Paul Kelly. Nicks speaks about coaching and where the game is headed, while he also answers a few tough questions following the GIANTS' loss to Hawthorn in Canberra. Podcast Summary1:00 - Nicks on his podcasting habits2:30 - Nicks reflects on his playing career Tony Lockett's 1,300th goal Kicking six goals and eight behinds in a game Watching Brownlow Medallist Paul Kelly10:30 - Retirement and watching the Swans win a premiership in 200515:30 - The growth of Football in NSW23:00 - How Nicks watches football as a coach26:00 - Being associated with head coaching roles31:00 - Where coaching is headed36:00 - Round 21 Reflection Why did the GIANTS play two rucks The GIANTS' ball movement
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GIANTS veteran ruck Shane Mumford joins Phil and Alison to reflect on his remarkable football journey. Mumford enlightens us on his upbringing in Bunyip, Victoria and explains how he went from an overweight boilermaker to Premiership ruckman. Mumford reflects on his move to the Swans and how he's watched the GIANTS grow since arriving at the club in 2014. Podcast Summary2:00 - Mumford's early years in Bunyip Becoming a boilermaker What he was like at School6:00 - Losing weight to chase his AFL dream9:00 - Mumford on moving to Sydney & 2012 Grand Final celebrations12:00 - Mumford on joining the GIANTS and watching the club grow14:00 - Mumford's Retirement and comeback17:00 - Davis and Mumford on Friday night footy in Canberra
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GIANTS defender Lachie Keeffe joins Phil and Alison to talk about his journey in football. The towering Queenslander who has played in every position but now finds himself in the GIANTS back six, speaks about his time at Collingwood and what it's been like to live with Heath Shaw. Together Lachie, Phil and Alison look back at the GIANTS' thrilling one point win over Port Adelaide and reflect on Shaw's 300 game milestone. Podcast Summary1:00 - Lachie on his height and versatility4:00 - Lachie's background in soccer 6:00 - How Lachie became a Magpie8:40 - The trio reflect on Callum Brown's remarkable goal in the NEAFL11:00 - Heath 300 Lachie on living with Shaw The game against Port Adelaide Lachie's game-saving tackle Toby Greene's "Set Shot" How hard it is to play 300 games21:00 - The state of the AFL season 26:00 - Phil's Theory on caretaker coaches30:00 - Sydney Derby XVIII Preview
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GIANTS ruck Dawson Simpson talks about the kicking his first goal for the club and his first AFL goal in over five years. The 210cm GIANT also explains what it's like to be so tall, what his hobbies are and how much he loves being a dad. Simpson - who joined the GIANTS ahead of the 2016 season - also talks about Fit Club, the cross fit club that he runs for GIANTS staff members. Podcast Summary1:00 - An introduction to Dawson Simpson2:30 - Dawson on his height and having tall kids5:50 - Dawson on quitting social media6:30 - Dawson on that goal8:00 - Dawson's hobbies10:00 - Fit Club13:00 - Dawson on his wife14:30 - Dawson on injuries and building resilience18:40 - The GIANTS' win over Colllingwood Phil on not playing What it's like in the coaches box25:30 - Heath Shaw's 300th game & round 19 preview
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GIANTS livewire Bobby Hill joins Phil and Alison to talk about his debut and so much more. The young forward who kicked three goals on debut recounts his upbringing in regional Western Australia and again explains just how he got the name Bobby. Hill explains how he became star struck during his debut against Richmond at the MCG in round 17. Podcast Summary1:00 - Bobby on his name & growing up in Northam2:50 - Hill's footy family4:50 - Hill on living in Sydney and his relationship with Zac Williams7:00 - Hill on his debut9:00 - Hill's other football interests 12:40 - Matt Flynn's injury and Sam Taylor's re-signing16:00 - Celebrating 30,000 members
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First year defender Connor Idun joins Phil and Alison for a very special episode of The Footy Phil.
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Defender Sam Reid joined Phil and Alison in the latest episode of to talk about his incredible discipline when it comes to his recovery routine and diet. The Footy Phil The 29-year-old who eats a pescatarian diet to help his diabetes and recovery between games. Reid also speaks about his retirement and eventual return to the AFL and touches on his love for Queensland when NRL State of Origin roles around. Together the trio recap the GIANTS loss to Brisbane in round 16 and preview the GIANTS' round 17 clash against Richmond. Podcast Summary1:00 - Sam's diet and holistic approach 5:10 - State of Origin8:50 - Sam's retirement and comeback13:40 - Round 16 recap17:40 - How the GIANTS are preparing to take on Richmond19:29 - Josh Kelly's injury and who could come in
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GIANTS forward Dylan Buckley joins Phil and Alison to talk about his podcast his football journey from Carlton to the GIANTS and how he's looking forward to put his injuries behind him and win a spot back in the AFL side.Dyl and Friends, The trio speak about the controversial finish to the GIANTS' Thursday night loss to Essendon and how they're looking forward to getting back to GIANTS Stadium on Sunday. Podcast Summary0:00 - Dyl joins the show3:30 - Dyl on his Father-Son drafting to Carlton and then his move to the GIANTS7:00 - Why Dyl loves living in Sydney9:20 - Dyl's injury frustrations in 201916:30 - NEAFL Review19:00 - Phil, Dyl and Alison reflect on the controversial end to the Essendon game24:00 - Alan McConnell's 10-year anniversay25:30 - The GIANTS' growing fan base28:30 - Round 16 preview
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Phil Davis and Alison Zell bring you from Melbourne ahead of the GIANTS' round 15 clash with Essendon.The Footy Phil Podcast Summary1:20 - How the GIANTS prepare for a Thursday night game6:30 - Reflecting on the win over North Melbourne and losing Matt de Boer11:11 - Round 15 v Essendon preview15:00 - State of the ladder and coaching movement19:13 - Jaidyn Stephenson's suspension 22:53 - Who could win the Brownlow and who is on track for All Australian selection?28:00 - Jack Steven returning
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GIANTS young gun Tim Taranto joins Phil and Alison on the latest episode of The Footy Phil. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review so other people can discover this great podcast. Podcast Summary0:30 - Tim or Timmy?2:00 - Tim's football journey2:40 - Tim's Tattoos3:40 - Tim's Texas connection and 'that' celebration7:40 - Tim and Phil reflect on round 1210:00 - Phil reviews some controversial umpiring decisions 15:02 - Interim coaches at Carlton and North Melbourne17:00 - Phil responds to an article about gambling in football20:30 - Tim and Phil look ahead to round 1324:00 - Phil reviews the Moulin Rouge
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Coleman Medal leader Jeremy Cameron joins GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis and GIANTS Media's Alison Zell to look back at all the action from the GIANTS' round 11 win over Gold Coast. Cameron also talks about his love for camping and fishing, and what it's like to have a coach that shares the same name as his father. Podcast Summary:1:00 - Jeremy On Fishing and Camping5:30 - Jeremy's 'Outdoor Athlete' Instagram account7:40 - The GIANTS' Flathead Classic10:15 - The two Leon Cameron's in Jeremy's life11:30 - Dartmoor13:00 - The first time Phil met Jeremy18:00 - What it's been like to watch the GIANTS grow as a club20:00 - Jeremy's hot start to the 2019 season22:40 - The GIANTS' win over Gold Coast26:00 - Goal review controversy28:35 - Brendan Bolton's sacking at Carlton
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GIANTS forward Harry Himmelberg joins Phil and Alison, hot on the heels of his five goal performance in his 50th game. The big key-forward talks about his sense of fashion, his love for camping and how he was mistaken for GIANTS co-captain Callan Ward in Melbourne. Himmelberg and Davis share their thoughts on the news from around the competition in round 10 and both give their tick of approval to the mid-season draft. Podcast Summary0:45 - Harry's 50th game3:30 - The GIANTS' forwardline 5:30 - Harry's switch from back to forward8:00 - Harry's sense of fashion11:00 - Camping13:30 - Being mistaken for Callan Ward15:40 - The GIANTS' round 10 win at the MCG18:30 - Brad Scott's exit from North Melbourne20:40 - The mid-season draft24:20 - Midseason trade28:10 - Sir Doug Nicholls round
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GIANTS tagger Matt de Boer joins Phil Davis and Alison Zell to discuss how he's become the competition's leading tagger in 2019. The trio reflect on the GIANTS' big win over Carlton and wrap up the results and give their thoughts of the talking points from round nine. Davis and de Boer look ahead to their return to the MCG where they face Melbourne, while Zell and Davis reflect on the Game of Thrones series finale. Podcast Summary2:00 - The Origins of Matt's nickname3:00 - How Matt became a tagger6:00 - Matt's career at Fremantle 11:00 - Matt's off-field pursuits13:00 - Phil pressures Matt to propose to his partner Rachael14:30 - Round 9 recap18:30 - Phil on Carlton in 201920:00 - Around the competition including: umpiring and Liam Ryan's Mark of the Year31:00 - Looking ahead to round 10 at the MCG33:00 - Game of Throne recap
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Callan Ward joins his fellow co-captain Phil Davis to talk about how he's progressing following his knee injury in round four and what married life has been like since his wedding in January. The GIANTS midfielder reflects on the GIANTS clash with Hawthorn and alongside Davis gives his view on the big question from the game: did the Swans' Dane Rampe break a rule by climbing the goal post? Podcast Summary2:30 Ward on his injury- 7:20 - Married life11:00 - Ward on round eight13:00 - Davis on round eight17:00 - Davis and Ward discuss climbing goal posts24:00 - Match review officer decisions29:00 - The GIANTS' 2019 Indigenous Guernsey31:00 - Welcome Game and taking on Carlton32:40 - Game of Thrones Review
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Adam Tomlinson is the latest GIANT to feature on The Footy Phil Podcast. Speaking to GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis and GIANTS Media’s Alison Zell, the wingman explains how he developed his love for running and his abnormally large lungs. The 25-year-old also speaks about his interest in golf and cricket (and his man-crush on Trent Copeland), while detailing how dog Bonnie is recovering from another ACL reconstruction. After plenty of banter, Davis asks the serious questions of Tomlinson and how he feels when his name is the subject of trade rumours year-on-year. The pair recount their days living together in the inner-west suburb of Lilyfield before the two have an in-depth recap of the GIANTS’ win over St Kilda at UNSW Canberra Oval. Tomlinson, Davis and Zell talk about their love for Thursday night footy and look across at how the competition is positioned after seven rounds – plus when it’s appropriate to make the big calls on All Australians, Brownlow voting and premiership favourites. And it wouldn’t be a current podcast without a little Game of Thrones chat at the end. Podcast Summary 2:00 – Tomlinson’s listening habits3:10 – University days6:15 – Tomlinson’s love of running8:00 – Interest in golf and cricket12:00 – Tomlinson’s dog Bonnie15:30 – Trade talk18:00 – Living with Phil19:20 – Round 7 win over St Kilda22:10 – Tomlinson talks A-Squared24:00 – Thursday night footy27:00 – Around the grounds in Round 736:10 – Game of Thrones discussion
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GIANTS defender Nick Haynes joins Phil Davis and GIANTS Media's Alison Zell on the latest episode of The Footy Phil Podcast. In this episode the trio talk about Hanyes' previous career as a semi-professional skimboarder. The high-flying defender speaks about what drew him back to footy and how he's now loving life in the AFL. The GIANTS' win over the Swans in Sydney Derby XVII is also discussed as is booing in football and how the GIANTS are shaping up ahead of their return to UNSW Canberra Oval to take on the Saints in round seven. Podcast Summary1:00 - Haynes' Skimboarding Career7:30 - Haynes goes back to footy9:40 - Haynes' dog Lenny11:30 - Winning Sydney Derby XVII13:40 - Booing in Football17:20 - Davis missing down back18:30 - Returning to UNSW Canberra Oval21:50 - Haynes on his videography career
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Defender turned forward Matt Buntine joins Phil Davis and Alison Zell on The Footy Phil to discuss the GIANTS' loss to Fremantle and to look ahead to the GIANTS' big clash with the Swans. Matt also discusses his injuries, hair styles and what it was like to win the Cleo Bachelor of the Year. Podcast Summary1:30 - Buntine the Forward3:20 - Early career7:00 - Injuries11:20 - Haircut History12:00 - Round Five Recap15:00 - Phil's ankle update16:12 - Eddie Betts20:30 - Positive v Negative commentary27:20 - Sydney Derby XVII & ANZAC Day31:00 - Cleo Bachelor of the Year
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GIANTS midfielder Josh Kelly joins co-captain Phil Davis and GIANTS Media's Alison Zell to discuss a number of topics including his childhood in Brighton, Victoria, becoming a GIANT, dealing with contract speculation, the big win in Geelong, Callan Ward's injury and the state of the game.
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GIANTS veteran Brett Deledio has joined co-captain Phil Davis and GIANTS Media’s Alison Zell on the latest episode of the Footy Phil Podcast. Podcast Summary2:20 – Brett the family man3:02 – Brett’s changing hairstyles5:30 – Brett’s football boot collections6:42 – Brett’s injury update10:55 – GIANTS v Richmond recap13:14 – Shane Mumford’s return14:30 – Josh Kelly wrestling with Tom Lynch15:12 – Matt de Boer’s tagging of Dustin Martin16:13 – Twin Jeremys in attack18:33 – Interpretation of rules21:19 – Round three wrap up24:12 – Round four preview
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Phil and Alison are joined by dashing defender Adam Kennedy to reflect on the GIANTS' round two trip to Perth and preview the GIANTS' big clash with the Tigers at GIANTS Stadium in round three.
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Midfielder Jacob Hopper joins Phil Davis and Alison Zell to dissect the GIANTS' win over Essendon in round one and look ahead to their clash with West Coast in round two. The trio also speak about Hopper's sweat problems and how his family gave Phil the cold shoulder after Sunday's win.
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GIANTS defender Zac Williams joins Phil Davis and Alison Zell for the first episode of 2019. Zac talks about his injury, the GIANTS' pre-season and how they plan to take on Essendon at Sydney Showgrounds Stadium on Sunday. Follow Phil Davis on Instagram - @phildavis1
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The final episode of The Footy Phil for the 2018 season, Phil Davis and Alison Zell re-cap:
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Saturday night
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Ryan Griffen's retirement
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What's the feeling like post-match?
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How do we compare the last three years?
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How do you look back on 2018?
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What have we achieved this season?
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Where does that leave us going forward?
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Off-season - Do you find it an odd time of year with players retiring, moving on?
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Mad Monday: Best dressed, 3, 2, 1
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Rest of the round: Predictions for this week, Brownlow Medal (attending), Grand Final, Norm Smith, Sheedy Medal
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What are your plans for the off-season?
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Episode guide:
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The win
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Attitude going in
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Belief amongst the group
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Team effort
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Toby's 'kicking' style
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Josh Kelly 100th and injury
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Rest of the round: Tigers v Hawks, Tigers team to beat? Melbourne v Geelong, Collingwood v Eagles
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Taking on Collingwood
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The Footy Phil, episode 22 guide:
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The Melbourne game "Go back to go forward"
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What has been the plan since?
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How do you approach the pre-finals bye?
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How do we get our mojo back?
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What's your role as a leader during this period?
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Third finals series in a row
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Sydney Derby final ... again
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What can you take out of the two clashes this year?
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Can you take anything out of 2016?
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All Australian nominations, your omission
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AFLPA awards
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Rising Star
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Birthday time
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Josh Kelly's 100th game
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GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis joins Leigh Meyrick to talk about all the big issues in footy this week heading into the final round of the home-and-away season.
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The Footy Phil - Episode Guide
0:27 - Where was Phil on Tuesday? 1:12 - The win over the Crows 2:06 - What was the message at half-time? 3:35 - The injury toll, again 4:18 - The tackle on Josh Kelly 6:19 - Heath Shaw's injury and his on-field reaction 7:50 - How do you replace Heath? 10:07 - How have we continued to overcome injury issues? 12:03 - Lachie Whitfield has to be a lock for All Australian 13:42 - The rest of the round: Alex Johnson's injury, surprise results, is the eight locked in and the injury carnage for every team 19:40 - The Sydney Derby, is the rivalry real? 20:15 - How do you play the Swans? 22:11 - Phil v Buddy 23:38 - White Ribbon Cup/Brett Kirk Medal tips
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GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis and Alison Zell are back for another episode of The Footy Phil, covering all the biggest issues (and there are some big ones!) in footy this week.
Episode Guide
0:45 - Phil re-caps the win over the Blues 1:28 - What effect do injuries have while you're out on the field? 3:07 - Phil's reaction when he's told no one can rotate 5:17 - On the GIANTS' injuries out of the Blues clash 6:36 - Aiden Bonar's debut 8:39 - Managing the last quarter 10:10 - Rest of the round 13:10 - The Andrew Gaff Incident 17:00 - What does Phil think he will get? 17:59 - A red card system, could it work? 19:57 - Has the AFL let it get to this point? 21:19 - Goal line technology 24:03 - Outrage over proposed AFLW fixture 29:15 - Canberra-bound to take on the Crows on Saturday night 30:36 - GIANTS Netball finish Minor Premiers
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Another big episode of The Footy Phil for this week!
Episode Guide
0:15 - Win over the Saints
1:30 - Defending when the inside-50 count is against you
3:20 - Brent Daniels' first goal
6:29 - The finals race
9:13 - Jack Higgins' goal, was it a throw?
11:25 - Former GIANT Paul Ahern
13:08 - Patrick Cripps v Clayton Oliver
14:10 - Rory Lobb's sleeves
15:47 - The return of Jeremy Cameron
18:15 - Zac Langdon's story on On the Mark
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After a big win for the club over Port Adelaide, Phil Davis is back in the building to review Sunday's game and everything that's happening in the footy world.
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The co-skipper re-caps an outstanding win, a GIANT Rising Star, some of his All Australian picks plus everything else that's happening in the footy world.
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Co-captain Phil Davis chats the big moments, media street and taking on the Tigers in this week's episode of The Footy Phil.
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There's plenty of positivity as Phil Davis discusses last week's win over the Hawks and the big task of heading west to take on the Eagles.
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There's plenty to talk about in this week's edition of The Footy Phil, headlined by the co-captain's thoughts on the incident between Jeremy Cameron and Harris Andrews in Brisbane.
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The Footy Phil is back for another week with the World Cup, marketing money for northern states, four umpires, GIANTS Netball and this week's clash with the Lions all on the agenda.
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There's no game for the GIANTS this week but that doesn't mean the footy chat stops. Phil Davis and Alison Zell return with special guest Adam Tomlinson in this week's edition of The Footy Phil.
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Episode 11 of the Footy Phil and GIANTS co-captain Phil Davis gives his 3-2-1 of the best Sir Doug Nicholls Round jumpers, and discusses how special the 30 minutes after a win like Sunday's is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 10 of The Footy Phil for 2018 and we have our first guest with Australian superstar cricketer and big GIANTS fan Mitch Starc joins cricket nuffie Phil Davis in the studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After a week sabbatical, the Footy Phil is back for another week as co-captain Phil Davis talks us through his concussion, whether he'll play this week and how the GIANTS turn around their form slump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Co-captain Phil Davis gives us his take on a disappointing Friday night clash, some of the controversial moments of round seven and looks ahead to Callan Ward's 200th game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil Davis has plenty on the agenda in this week's Footy Phil as he discusses the state of the game, responds to Grant Thomas and looks ahead to Geelong in Geelong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's round six and episode six of The Footy Phil as we talk to the man of the moment about the final minutes of the Saints clash, the rest of the round and looking ahead to the GIANTS' return to Spotless Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alison Zell catches up with a banged-up Phil Davis sporting a fancy new scar to chat about the weekend's game, Griffen's return, the round that was and all the happenings within the GIANTS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.