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Listen to Brenton & Carl's lighter take on all things AFL. With weekly recaps and previews, the closest you can be to the action without being on the ground is the Centre Half Bench | http://facebook.com/chbpodcast | https://twitter.com/chbpodcast | Contact: chbpodcast@gmail.com

Centre Half Bench

  • Oct 26, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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Episode 76: Dimmasty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 79:27


In this episode, Brenton and Carl are celebrating the end of an era with this being the final episode of the Centre Half Bench for now. Together, the boys review the Grand Final in all its glory, celebrate the sportsmanship shown by Richmond in farewelling a champion of the game, question if a night grand final will be the way of the future and call out anyone who calls themselves a prankfluencer. Join them, one last time, for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:49 - Moment of the Round 18:22 - Richmond v Geelong 57:30 - Voss-Buckley Medal 61:42 - Shank of the Week 69:27 - Farewell Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 75: Finals Dusty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 79:39


In this episode, Brenton is devastated after his Lions crashed out of the premiership race at the final hurdle, but now he and Carl eagerly await the 2020 AFL Grand Final! Together, the boys review the two preliminary finals from the weekend, celebrate the football community spirit, question what it will take to get a deal done for Joe Daniher and call out those who think throwing their drink at anyone is okay. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:40 - Moment of the Round 8:45 - Port Adelaide v Richmond 24:40 - Brisbane v Geelong 39:46 - Shank of the Week 49:59 - Finalist Team Reviews 73:45 - Grand Final Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 74: Titch Time

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 66:13


In this episode, Carl is realistic about his Pies after they were demolished in the Semi Final, but he has now jumped on-board the Fages Train and Brenton is more than happy to have him along for the ride. Together, the boys review the two semi finals from the weekend, celebrate finding the long lost membership sticker, question whether St Kilda have another gear in the future and call out trade whispers and rumours during the finals series. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:13 - Moment of the Round 7:34 - Richmond v St Kilda 17:42 - Geelong v Collingwood 27:44 - Shank of the Week 38:25 - Bottom 10 Team Reviews 57:55 - Preliminary Finals Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 73: How Good Are Finals!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 65:00


In this episode, Carl and Brenton are on top of the world as very few gave their Lions or Pies a shot getting a win in the first week of the finals, yet they are both victorious which brings a real positive mood to this recording. Together, the boys review each of the four finals from the weekend, celebrate the positive use of social media, call out Kane Cornes for more floggish behaviour and welcome Connor as the CHB SuperCoach League Champion for 2020. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:49 - Moment of the Round 5:20 - Port Adelaide v Geelong 12:11 - Brisbane v Richmond 22:24 - West Coast v Collingwood 31:56 - St Kilda v Western Bulldogs 41:02 - Shank of the Week 45:46 - Fantasy School: Connor Interview 56:12 - Ladder Game Results 58:48 - Semi Finals Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 72: Danger Zone

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 85:18


In this episode, the home and away season has drawn to a close, but Carl and Brenton are elated that their teams have made their way in the finals and are looking forward to the September, or more rightly, October action to come. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, celebrate departing backmen kicking goals, ask who deserves to be named the coach of the year and call out pesky channel changers in the dying moments of a close contest. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:27 - Moment of the Round 6:49 - North Melbourne v West Coast 11:26 - St Kilda v GWS 17:51 - Essendon v Melbourne 23:41 - Adelaide v Richmond 28:34 - Brisbane v Carlton 36:51 - Hawthorn v Gold Coast 42:33 - Sydney v Geelong 47:37 - Collingwood v Port Adelaide 51:05 - Fremantle v Western Bulldogs 54:50 - Shank of the Week 59:13 - Fantasy School 60:33 - 2020 CHB All-Australian Team 78:47 - Finals Week One Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 71: Hey There De Goey

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 72:18


In this episode, the boys are enjoying another double-win as both the Lions and Pies get the chocolates in what was a return to the 'regular' fixture of weekend football. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches, celebrate the installation of pools at stadiums, ask where to from here for Carlton and call out the Rising Star nomination process. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:10 - Moment of the Round 6:51 - St Kilda v West Coast 11:16 - Geelong v Richmond 16:46 - North Melbourne v Fremantle 20:36 - Port Adelaide v Essendon 24:34 - GWS v Melbourne 29:34 - Carlton v Adelaide 37:23 - Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs 42:35 - Sydney v Brisbane 50:43 - Collingwood v Gold Coast 56:36 - Shank of the Week 61:56 - Fantasy School 65:11 - Rolling All-Australian 66:20 - Round 18 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 70: Cottrell's Cobras

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 68:33


In this episode, the boys are enjoying some Thursday night footy, being totally distracted by the action between St Kilda and West Coast whilst recording this one. Together, the boys review each of the eight matches from the weekend, celebrate the use of props whilst singing the song, ask who is the best captain in the AFL and give Kane Cornes a double-flogging. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 3:04 - Moment of the Round 5:49 - North Melbourne v Port Adelaide 11:54 - St Kilda v Hawthorn 17:07 - Geelong v Essendon 22:09 - Western Bulldogs v West Coast 28:39 - Melbourne v Fremantle 32:00 - Adelaide v GWS 38:02 - Carlton v Sydney 41:46 - Brisbane v Gold Coast 48:05 - Shank of the Week 54:10 - Fantasy School 56:40 - Rolling All-Australian 58:52 - Round 16 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 69: I'd Rather Be A Lion Than A Pie

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2020 58:19


In this episode, Brenton is ecstatic as his Lions have emerged victorious from the CHB clash and he has no problem telling Carl all about it, despite Carl’s lacklustre internet connection. Together, the boys review each of the six matches from the weekend, celebrate showering the coach for his first win, question Hawthorn and Alastair Clarkson’s future and call out two flogs who think they’re bigger than the game. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:43 - Moment of the Round 7:36 - Hawthorn v Adelaide 16:43 - West Coast v Essendon 21:02 - Richmond v Fremantle 26:15 - Sydney v Melbourne 30:56 - GWS v Carlton 35:04 - Brisbane v Collingwood 42:05 - Shank of the Week 48:10 - Fantasy School 49:50 - Rolling All-Australian 53:00 - Round 16 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 68: Smokin' Joe Returns

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 65:48


In this episode, Carl is ecstatic that his Pies were able to get the job done over an old foe in the Blues, which leaves Brenton feverishly waiting for this week’s CHB Clash between the Pies and the Lions. Together, the boys review each of the eight matches from the weekend, celebrate cracking on-field quotes by the players, question Port Adelaide’s premiership credentials and call out some wayward shots on goal. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:59 - Moment of the Round 3:36 - Hawthorn v Essendon 8:22 - Richmond v West Coast 12:35 - Western Bulldogs v Geelong 18:27 - Port Adelaide v Sydney 22:59 - Fremantle v GWS 26:41 - Melbourne v St Kilda 31:28 - Carlton v Collingwood 37:41 - Gold Coast v North Melbourne 42:57 - Shank of the Week 48:20 - Fantasy School 51:47 - Rolling All-Australian 56:52 - Round 15 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 67: Deadly Bolton

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 62:16


In this episode, Brenton requires a defib after the heart-stopper his Lions had on the weekend, whilst Carl has got the sniff of finals filling his nostrils with his Pies getting the win as well, so it’s a good mood in the video call today! Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, celebrate football in Darwin, question who has been the best ruckman in competition and look forward to the Fantasy Finals. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:27 - Moment of the Round 3:16 - Gold Coast v Carlton 7:23 - Western Bulldogs v Melbourne 11:19 - Port Adelaide v Hawthorn 16:00 - Essendon v Richmond 21:52 - Fremantle v Sydney 26:15 - Adelaide v Geelong 29:08 - West Coast v GWS 32:33 - Brisbane v St Kilda 38:30 - Collingwood v North Melbourne 44:55 - Shank of the Week 49:07 - Fantasy School 52:00 - Rolling All-Australian 55:19 - Round 14 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 66: Good Newnes Week

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 59:55


In this episode, Carl and Brenton are missing each other being kept apart in Victoria’s lockdown, so they have a mid-week beverage and discuss the footy as all mates should. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, discuss WAM Clothing's license agreement of the Indigenous flag, celebrate goals kicked after the siren and ask if it’s time for a demerit point system when it comes to fines. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:00 - Moment of the Round 4:56 - Sydney v GWS 8:26 - Geelong v Port Adelaide 12:00 - North Melbourne v Brisbane 17:10 - Collingwood v Melbourne 21:36 - Fremantle v Carlton 26:46 - Western Bulldogs v Adelaide 31:20 - St Kilda v Essendon 35:07 - West Coast v Hawthorn 38:05 - Richmond v Gold Coast 43:18 - Shank of the Week 50:47 - Fantasy School 53:22 - Rolling All-Australian 55:07 - Round 13 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 65: Ollie Pinot Noir

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 48:37


In this episode, it’s one of those rare occasions where both of the boys are up and about after their teams have both had the win, so they’re firing on all cylinders in this one. Together, Carl and Brenton review each of the eight matches from the weekend, discuss the effect of journos going early to break a story, celebrate the magic of singing or signing the team song and ask if the Crows will break the Roys record. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:27 - Moment of the Round 4:53 - Port Adelaide v Richmond 8:56 - Brisbane v Western Bulldogs 13:35 - West Coast v Carlton 18:14 - Melbourne v North Melbourne 21:16 - St Kilda v Geelong 24:16 - Fremantle v Hawthorn 27:59 - Adelaide v Collingwood 32:04 - Gold Coast v Essendon 35:06 - Shank of the Week 40:22 - Fantasy School 42:08 - Rolling All-Australian 43:38 - Round 12 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 64: Macedonian Marvel Jr.

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2020 73:27


In this episode, Carl's Magpies are back on the winners list whilst Brenton’s Lions failed the test against Richmond, but he’s still up and about in the midst of the Festival of Footy. Together, the boys review each of the seven matches from the week, discuss the use of metal studs, celebrate Mum’s stealing the limelight in debutante's videos and revisit their pre-season predictions. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:51 - Moment of the Round 4:39 - Richmond v Brisbane 9:26 - Port Adelaide v Western Bulldogs 13:07 - Adelaide v Melbourne 19:12 - Geelong v North Melbourne 24:28 - Gold Coast v St Kilda 27:35 - Collingwood v Sydney 33:58 - Essendon v GWS 38:07 - Preseason Predictions Check In 42:51 - The Ladder Game 46:36 - Fantasy School 48:55 - Rolling All-Australian 53:05 - Shank of the Week 63:45 - Round 11 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 63: Chas Neale

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2020 74:43


In this episode, Brenton is pumped up after his Lions were impressive once again, unlike poor Carl and his Magpies, but that won’t hold him back on this week’s episode. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, discuss the inconsistencies within umpiring decisions, rejoice in the return of Majak and question whether Eddie needs to choose between media and presidency. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:39 - Moment of the Round 4:41 - Western Bulldogs v Richmond 7:50 - Melbourne v Port Adelaide 13:13 - Carlton v Hawthorn 20:12 - Essendon v Brisbane 27:00 - North Melbourne v Adelaide 29:57 - St Kilda v Sydney 34:49 - West Coast v Geelong 39:31 - Gold Coast v GWS 44:56 - Fremantle v Collingwood 49:15 - Shank of the Week 62:27 - Fantasy School 65:51 - Rolling All-Australian 67:58 - Round 9 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 62: MR KENNEDY... KENNEDY

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 65:33


In this episode, Brenton sure is fired up and gives Carl a serve about his clubs performance on the weekend after the Pies suffer their worst defeat of the season; thankfully the Lions held on for the four points. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, discuss the evenness of the competition, question who the most damaging forward is and call out the pricing of tickets for those who can attend. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:10 - Moment of the Round 4:16 - Gold Coast v Western Bulldogs 9:07 - GWS v Richmond 12:17 - North Melbourne v Carlton 17:37 - Sydney v Hawthorn 22:16 - Port Adelaide v St Kilda 27:23 - Adelaide v Essendon 31:08 - Melbourne v Brisbane 38:11 - West Coast v Collingwood 45:23 - Fremantle v Geelong 49:15 - Shank of the Week 53:28 - Fantasy School 55:57 - Rolling All-Australian 59:15 - Round 9 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 61: Lyons Roar

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 71:09


In this episode, the boys are pumped up as both their sides had a win over the weekend, leading to the boys becoming as obnoxious as ever. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, question whether Monday Night Football is too much, call out some simply rude commentary and acknowledge that Tim English has much more skill than they gave him credit for. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:39 - Moment of the Round 3:46 - Geelong v Collingwood 9:50 - Essendon v Western Bulldogs 15:37 - Sydney v Gold Coast 20:48 - GWS v Brisbane 27:30 - Richmond v North Melbourne 31:44 - Carlton v Port Adelaide 37:35 - Hawthorn v Melbourne 41:52 - Fremantle v West Coast 46:41 - Adelaide v St Kilda 52:27 - Fantasy School 55:19 - Shank of the Week 59:19 - Rolling All-Australian 64:29 - Round 8 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 60: One Of A Rankine

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 72:41


In this episode, our boys rejoice as although they are both now in COVID lockdown, it’s so much better the second time around with the footy still on! Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, question whether Clarko is the right coach for Hawthorn moving forward, call out some floggish behaviour and celebrate the return of frosted tips. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:57 - Moment of the Round 6:50 - Geelong v Brisbane 11:50 - Collingwood v Hawthorn 19:39 - Fremantle v St Kilda 24:49 - West Coast v Adelaide 30:35 - Melbourne v Gold Coast 35:37 - Essendon v North Melbourne 40:19 - Port Adelaide v GWS 44:34 - Richmond v Sydney 48:24 - Carlton v Western Bulldogs 53:16 - Fantasy School 55:34 - Shank of the Week 62:57 - Rolling All-Australian 66:56 - Round 7 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 59: Josh Bruce Almighty

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 72:19


In this episode, Carl is stuck in one of the Victorian postcodes that has gone back into lockdown, so Brenton will have to gloat about his Lions’s success through the video screen once more. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, question whether Adelaide will win any games this year and hypothesize that somebody put the “mati” on Collingwood. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:05 - Moment of the Round 5:13 - Carlton v St Kilda 9:14 - Collingwood v Essendon 16:59 - West Coast v Sydney 21:26 - Geelong v Gold Coast 26:45 - Brisbane v Port Adelaide 33:43 - Western Bulldogs v North Melbourne 37:39 - Adelaide v Fremantle 42:43 - Melbourne v Richmond 48:51 - GWS v Hawthorn 52:45 - Fantasy School 55:48 - Shank of the Week 62:05 - Rolling All-Australian 65:22 - Round 6 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 58: Howechie

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 69:21


In this episode, the boys are doing their bit to be COVID safe, recording this episode from their respective hubs.. being their own houses, so we come to you this week thanks to their new found knowledge of video conferencing. Together, they review each of the nine matches from the weekend, debate Zach Merrett’s rib-tickler, discuss the current state of the game and swing the axe in their Rolling All-Australian side. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 1:16 - Moment of the Round 5:05 - Sydney v Western Bulldogs 10:35 - GWS v Collingwood 17:31 - Port Adelaide v West Coast 23:50 - St Kilda v Richmond 27:25 - Essendon v Carlton 33:10 - Gold Coast v Fremantle 37:11 - Brisbane v Adelaide 41:50 - Geelong v Melbourne 45:07 - Hawthorn v North Melbourne 50:38 - Fantasy School 53:02 - Shank of the Week 55:26 - Rolling All-Australian 61:38 - Round 4 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 57: It Was Only a Matter of Time

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 65:56


In this episode, both our boys are pumped up on their Monday, as for the first time this season, both the Lions and the Pies got the W over the weekend. Together, they review each of the eight matches from the weekend, discuss the implications from McKenna’s diagnosis, debate the Prison Bar Petition and introduce a new segment with the CHB’s Rolling All-Australian Team. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:47 - Moment of the Round 7:26 - Richmond v Hawthorn 10:22 - Western Bulldogs v GWS 14:10 - North Melbourne v Sydney 19:49 - Collingwood v St Kilda 24:28 - Brisbane v West Coast 30:02 - Geelong v Carlton 35:00 - Gold Coast v Adelaide 41:03 - Fremantle v Port Adelaide 45:51 - Fantasy School 48:22 - Shank of the Week 52:26 - Rolling All-Australian 59:01 - Round 4 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 56: Take A Bow Matthew Rowell

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 57:23


In this episode, Carl is looking ahead to Round 3 already after the dismal display that his Pies served up on Thursday night, but Brenton pumped up that his Lions are back on the winners list. Together, the boys review each of the nine matches from the weekend, reopen Fantasy School, put their hands up for bad calls they made and slam the decisions made by the MRO. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 0:57 - Moment of the Round 4:20 - Match Reviews 45:55 - Fantasy School 48:20 - Shank of the Week 50:55 - Round 3 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 55: It's Back

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 57:19


In this episode, the boys are pumped to be back and for the return of AFL Football following the COVID-19 lockdown. Together, they discuss what post-lockdown footy will look like, question whether this will be the hardest premiership to win since the wars and propose a way to revitalise the state leagues. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary 1:58 - Moment of the Hiatus 6:26 - What post COVID AFL looks like 19:14 - State Leagues Revamp 39:14 - Shank of the Hiatus 46:08 - Round 2 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 54: A Hershey's Kiss of Footy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 62:46


In this episode, the boys are wrapping up the first round of 2020 and what is to be the last for a considerable amount of time. Together, they recap all the action from the nine games, laugh at America’s reaction to our great game and Brenton gives Carl a whack for his use of the CHB twitter account. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary 1:52 - Moment of the Round 5:24 - Richmond v Carlton 11:18 - Bulldogs v Collingwood 16:56 - Essendon v Fremantle 22:18 - Adelaide v Sydney 27:37 - Gold Coast v Port Adelaide 31:44 - GWS v Geelong 36:13 - North Melbourne v St Kilda 40:34 - West Coast v Melbourne 45:40 - Hawthorn v Brisbane 50:22 - Shank of the Week Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 53: M-M-M-My Corona

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 77:53


In this episode, the boys are hoping, pleading even that footy starts up this coming Thursday, with the threat of a Coronavirus lockdown looming, but nothing will wipe the smile off their faces. Together, they discuss some NBA-AFL comparisons, return to Fantasy School and make some bold predictions for the season ahead. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary 0:47 – Coronavirus Discussion 11:11 – NBA-AFL Comparisons 31:35 – 2020 Ladder Game 35:50 – 2020 Bold Predictions 1:00:05 – Fantasy School 1:05:21 – Round 1 Tips Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 52: You Stuck It Right Up Them!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 59:55


In this episode, the boys are back to recap all the going-ons of the AFL off-season. Together, they dissect the action from the opening rounds of the AFLW, discuss the State of Origin Bushfire Relief Match and summarise each of the 18 club’s off-season in a headline that would make the Purple-Headed Warrior proud. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL! Episode Summary: 2:19 – Moment of the Off-Season 10:47 – AFLW Chat 23:02 – State of Origin for Bushfire Relief Recap 37:47 – Off-Season Headline for Each Club 52:28 – Shank of the Off-Season Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 51: You Wouldn't Pickett

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2019 71:32


In this episode, the 2019 AFL season draws to a close with Richmond thumping GWS in the Grand Final. Together, Brenton and Carl recap all the action from the game, pick their favourite #bigbigsound memes, discus who deserves a premiership medallion and look to what each side can do in their off season. For the last time in the 2019 season, join them for a lighter take on all things AFL. Episode Summary 1:21 – Moment of the Round 5:10 – Grand Final Recap 25:08 – Questions from the Grand Final 37:36 – Voss-Buckley Votes 44:12 – Shank of the Week 49:36 – Brownlow Medal Recap 51:07 – Score Review Options 57:41 – Every Team’s Off-Season Target Find Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 50: The Lynch Mob

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2019 60:08


In this episode, Carl’s Magpies joins Brenton’s Lions as finals dropouts, but the boys put life into perspective with Carl expecting his first child any time now. Doesn’t mean there isn’t a heap of Grand Final football to discuss! Together, they review both Preliminary Finals, discuss Brownlow fancies and roast bandwagon supporters. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL. Episode Summary 1:48 – Moment of the Round 8:46 – Richmond v Geelong Game Review 21:05 – Collingwood v GWS Game Review 37:27 – Shank of the Week 44:28 – Brownlow Medal Predictions 49:43 – Grand Final Preview You can also find the Centre Half Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

Episode 49: Charlie & The Pain Killer Factory

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 68:22


In this episode, Brenton’s Lions have bowed out of 2019, leaving him an emotional wreck, but Carl gets him up and about for this episode by reliving two epic semi-finals. The boys review both games, recap statue unveilings and discuss blue urine samples Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Episode 48: Moore Than A Feeling

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019 63:46


In this episode, the boys are trialling their new format of one jam-packed episode per week and this one is chocablock with AFL finals content. They review of all four matches, give their condolences to all the friends and family of Danny Frawley, discuss the future of EJX and shank footballers in advertisements. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Finals Week One Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 52:41


In this episode, the boys discuss what needs to change for each of the sides outside of the Top 8 and how each of our finalists can take out the 2019 AFL Premiership. They also crown the Unsung Hero of the Year or UHOTY, name the winner of the Ladder Game and give their predictions on the first week of the finals. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Three Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 57:01


In this episode, the boys are wrapping up the home and away season and are both stoked that their teams have finished in the Top 4. Together, they recap all the Round 23 action including a review of all nine matches, give love to Pop’s reaction to Roaming Brian and crown the winner of the 2019 Golden Bench. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Three Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2019 48:34


In this episode, the boys are turning their attention to the silly season of AFL awards as they name a lock and smokey for the AA and finalise their “Gone, but also forgotten” team. They then prepare for the final round of the season as they give their predictions on all the Round 23 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Two Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 59:35


In this episode, Brenton has officially lost the plot and Carl is trying his best to keep the raving lunatic under control. Together, the boys recap all the Round 22 action including a review of all nine matches, ask if the Lions can win it all and put South Australian football clubs on notice. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Two Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 59:27


In this episode, the boys welcome Carl’s sister Talia as their Centre Half Benchwarmer, a young AFLW up and comer, who is ten times the footballer both Brenton and Carl are! They then name a couple of flogs, a couple yesterday's-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 22 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty One Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 67:18


In this episode, the boys are both on the winners list's, so it’s a jubilant affair, even if Brenton did interrupt Carl’s late night dinner. Together, the boys recap all the Round 21 action including a review of all nine matches, dissect the worst snow puns and discuss an omission from the 22under22. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty One Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 52:41


In this episode, the boys are discussing AFL Membership tallies and how this affects their Northern Suns Concept whilst also comparing some key players you want in key moments from now and their childhood. The have a bit of ladder chat, name a couple of yesterday's-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 21 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 55:05


In this episode, Carl’s Magpies are back on the winners list as he rejoins Brenton in the victorious celebrations. Together, the boys recap all the Round 20 action including a review of all nine matches, discuss the studs up rule, the demise of the NEAFL and having a beer with a couple of Collingwood legends. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Twenty Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 54:42


In this episode, the boys are discussing what can be done to support the Mental Health of our AFL players, where should the money go that is brought in through fines and who are the best players Under 23. They also have a bit of ladder chat, name a couple of yesterday's-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 20 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Nineteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 67:40


In this episode, Brenton continues to live on Cloud Nine as his Lions chalk up their sixth win in a row, whilst Carl continues to put up with his persistent gloating. Together, the boys recap all the Round 19 action including a review of all nine matches, discuss where fines should go, umpire proposals and their decision making. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Nineteen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2019 43:42


In this episode, the boys are asking what determines the eligibity of a priority pick as well as home ground advantage heading into the 2019 Final Series. They also have a bit of ladder chat, name a couple of yesterdays-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 18 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Eighteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2019 49:32


In this episode, Brenton has entered a new level of nuff as his Lions sit 2nd on the ladder, so much so that Carl had to call in rather than be in the studio this week! Together, the boys recap all the Round 18 action including a review of all nine matches, they review “The Final Quarter” documentary and discuss what supporters might actually want from Steve Hocking. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Eighteen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 53:39


In this episode, the boys are asking if the season is too long and ponder if the AFL off-season will ever be as jam-packed as the NBA’s ludicrous silly season. They also name a couple of flogs, a couple of yesterdays-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 18 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Seventeen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 57:28


In this episode, the elation is back in the boy’s makeshift studio as both the Lions and Pies are sitting pretty in the Top 4 of the AFL ladder, With this positive spirit, the boys recap all the Round 17 action including a review of all nine matches, before discussing supporters expectations and the magic of “Anti-Dew”. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Seventeen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 47:19


In this episode, the boys are taking a good look at how the AFL can improve the exposure of the NAB League, formerly the TAC Cup, with the conclusion of the U18s Championship. They also name a couple of flogs, a couple of yesterdays-not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 17 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Sixteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 52:25


In this episode, Brenton is struggling to keep a lid on things as his Lions storm into the Top 4, whilst Carl has some choice words for his Magpies. Together the boys recap all the Round 16 action including a review of all nine matches, mental health triumphs, rules of podcasting and media sensationalism once more. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Sixteen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 59:02


In this episode, the boys are reviewing their pre-season predictions and are putting beers on the line for who is more correct at season's end; won’t see that kind of accountability in the mainstream AFL media. They also give all 18 teams their mid-season report card, before giving their predictions on all the Round 16 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Fifteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 58:26


In this episode, Brenton is really chipper as his Lions' success continues, but he's downplaying it in front a disappointed Carl as they recap all the Round 15 action. Together they review all nine matches, discuss AFL Edge, enthusiastic mothers and what a joy Ken Hinkley must be to have around. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Fifteen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 65:54


In this episode, the boys welcome Ryan as this week’s Centre Half Benchwarmer, a die-hard Royboy and who had plenty of success as a junior footballer, but now just loves bellowing his lungs with Brenton for his Lions. The boys then have an in-depth discussion about gambling, including the way it is marketed, sponsorship deals and its impact on young Australians, before giving their predictions on all the Round 15 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Fourteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 58:51


In this episode, the boys are pumped up after both the Lions and the Pies get another W, so there’s plenty to smile about as they recap all the Round 14 action. Together they review all six matches, discuss gambling, media sensationalism and conspiracy theories. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Fourteen Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 43:22


In this episode, the boys welcome their childhood friend Adrian as this week’s Centre Half Benchwarmer, a reserved Collingwood supporter who has shared all of Carl's heart break. Together, the three boys discuss torn hamstrings, remember some forgotten not-so-legends and give their predictions on all the Round 14 action. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

Round Thirteen Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 45:22


In this episode, the boys are refreshed after both the Lions and the Pies had the bye this week, but there is still of Round 13 action to recap. Together they review all six matches, discuss high fives, pinching, behavioural awareness officers and introduce a new segment named “Flog of the Week”. Join them for a lighter take on all things AFL.

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