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Nat Edwards, Sarah Black and Lucy Watkin interview the biggest names across the AFLW landscape and discuss all the latest news in the official AFLW podcast.

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    • Jul 30, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    W Daily: Australia v Ireland preview - Who wins?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 18:04


    Sarah Black, Emily Patterson, and Gemma Bastiani chat all things Australia v Ireland: Who wins, who's best on ground, and who are we excited to see play together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    W Daily: New-look Cats, high hopes for Dockers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 10:50


    Phoebe McWilliams and Sophie Welsh take a look at Geelong and Fremantle ahead of the 2026 AFLW season, discussing how the Cats will cover the loss of some experienced players and whether Fremantle will have any lingering injury concerns. Timecodes:0:10 - The vibe at Geelong after big outs and ins3:28 - A watch on Cats star after two injured seasons5:00 - How Freo can build on a strong end to 20256:50 - New Docker in race for R1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: The big question for the Blues, and the Demons in an interesting spot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 13:03


    Phoebe McWilliams and Gemma Bastiani delve into the changing landscape of Melbourne, and what needs to go right for Carlton to remain in the mix. Timecodes:0:50 - Can the Blues back up last year's form?5:05 - Why Sophie McKay remains the player to watch6:03 - Melbourne in an interesting spot10:01 - How a rule change may give fans a different look at this inaugural playerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: A big in for the Tigers, and the draftee to watch in Brisbane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 17:06


    Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani take a look at Brisbane and Richmond ahead of the 2026 AFLW season, discussing how the Lions come back from a big Grand Final loss, and the player that can reshape the TigersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: Is West Coast ready for a step forward, and North Melbourne as the hunted

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 14:23


    Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani look ahead for everyone's favourite youngsters West Coast, and the juggernaut that is North Melbourne. Episode guide:0:29 - Can West Coast take the next step forward?4:18 - The rule change signalling a breakout season for a young Eagle6:15 - North Melbourne as the hunted9:08 - A fascinating round one game11:58 - What position will Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner play?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: Hawks in a fascinating spot, and can the Saints back up a finals berth?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 14:16


    Kaitlyn Ferber and Joel Peterson ask if a Hawthorn start can remain fit to show her best footy, and if the Saints can back up last year's maiden finals berth. Episode guide:0:15 - The Hawks in an intriguing spot7:30 - Can this star remain fit to show her best?8:30 - Will the Saints back up last year's finals berth?12:44 - What does J'Noemi Anderson have to offer?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: Pies coming from a long way back, and new leadership at Alberton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 17:17


    Sarah Black and Joel Peterson assess Collingwood's swathe of off season changes, and what new leadership at Port Adelaide might do to the side's game style. Episode guide:0:24 - The Pies are coming from a long way back5:50 - Adding the guts to Collingwood's midfield6:40 - New leadership at Port Adelaide13:30 - What can Ash Woodland achieve in 2026?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: An Essendon draftee worth the wait, and dampening the Sydney hype

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 12:09


    Kaitlyn Ferber and Gemma Bastiani look at the state of Essendon's list - and the exciting long-term signings - and worry about what injuries to key players might do to the Swans' hype in 2026. Episode guide:0:14 - Can Essendon shake off the "fickle" label?5:05 - The draftee Bombers fans can get excited about6:08 - Dampening some of the Swans' hype9:58 - A former No.1 pick is finding her groove See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: Plenty of change at Adelaide, and new leadership at the Bulldogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 12:06


    Joel Peterson and Kaitlyn Ferber delve into an offseason of change at the Crows, and what that means for their 2026 finals chances, and where are the Bulldogs at following a season of consolidation. Episode guide:0:20 - So much change at the Crows4:18 - Who can step up through the middle at Adelaide?4:57 - Where are the Bulldogs at?8:54 - Can Isabelle Pritchard take the leap this year?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Daily: The Giants as an interesting proposition, and a forgotten Sun

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 17:56


    Joel Peterson and Gemma Bastiani kick off W Daily (previously W Download) AFLW club previews with Greater Western Sydney and Gold Coast. Can they move up the ladder in 2026? Episode guide:2:40 - Why the Giants are an interesting proposition in 20266:17 - Is this veteran in the Giants' best team?10:00 - The Giants' player to watch10:57 - The Suns' forward planning15:55 - A forgotten SunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Fixture's landed, double-headers galore and Grand Final weekend explained

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 21:26


    Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani take a deep dive into the 2026 NAB AFLW fixture, with winners, losers, double-headers and scheduling quirks all featuringSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download Bonus: AFLW Team of the Decade

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 26:47


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Joel Peterson discuss Gemma's chosen AFLW Team of the Decade, including why some players were named, why others missed, and the most controversial omission. Timecodes: 1:30 - Setting up the team 2:57 - Defenders 7:20 - Forwards 13:53 - Rucks 14:40 - Wingers 17:17 - Midfielders See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download Bonus: New coaches, pre-season draft, double headers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 17:16


    Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black recap all the news in a very busy AFLW off-season including all six new coaching appointments, the upcoming pre-season draft, confirmation of an AFLW salary cap, double headers on the cards, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: The No.1 debate, bids aplenty and which clubs nailed it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 29:20


    Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani pick apart the 2025 Telstra AFLW Draft, covering the bolters, slides and absolute draft stealsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: What your club needs at Monday's draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 23:05


    Gemma Bastiani and Kaitlyn Ferber identify each club's list gap, and who they should target at Monday's Telstra AFLW Draft. Timecodes:0:42 - Adelaide2:23 - Brisbane3:48 - Carlton5:33 - Collingwood6:31 - Essendon7:17 - Fremantle8:02 - Geelong8:45 - Gold Coast9:45 - Greater Western Sydney11:09 - Hawthorn11:59 - Melbourne13:11 - North Melbourne14:02 - Port Adelaide14:54 - Richmond16:31 - St Kilda18:03 - Sydney19:46 - West Coast20:45 - Western BulldogsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    W Download: Hatchard the Sun, Zanker the Docker, all the big moves recapped

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 18:58


    Gemma Bastiani, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Sophie Welsh recap a busy AFLW trade period, including the trade that didn't get done for Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner, and big moves for Eden Zanker, Anne Hatchard, and Grace Egan. Timecodes: 0:49 - The trade that didn't happen 3:55 - Fremantle's boom recruit 5:30 - Hatchard the Sun 7:25 - A premiership Lion now at Port Adelaide 8:48 - Egan lands at a new home 10:57 - Some experience for the Cats' defence 12:50 - A suite of changes at Carlton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - Adelaide, Melbourne, and West Coast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 19:54


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber name Adelaide the most intriguing side of the year, reflect on the joy of West Coast's continued improvement, and the shot Melbourne fired in November Timecodes: 0:22 - Was Adelaide the most intriguing side of the year? 6:56 - The joy that West Coast's continual growth brought 12:29 - Melbourne's shot fired across the AFLW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - Fremantle, Greater Western Sydney, and Port Adelaide

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 16:25


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber dive into what the Giants need to get right this off season, what Fremantle nailed late in the year, and Port Adelaide's evolving game style. Timecodes: 0:25 - The changes GWS needs to make in the off season 5:46 - Fremantle's early blows that hurt late 10:04 - Port Adelaide's tale of two halves See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - Gold Coast, Brisbane, and North Melbourne

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 18:15


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber assess the seasons of those who finished at the pointy end in North Melbourne and Brisbane, as well as wooden spooner Gold Coast. Timecodes: 0:32 - Brisbane's season of re-tooling 6:03 - A wooden spoon for Gold Coast 11:48 - North Melbourne's back-to-back season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - Carlton, Geelong, and the Western Bulldogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 17:14


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber chat about Carlton's surging season, ask if Geelong became irrelevant in 2025, and note the big leap forward the Western Bulldogs took. Timecodes: 0:26 - Carlton the fan favourites 6:53 - Did Geelong become irrelevant in 2025? 11:21 - The Bulldogs' big steps forward See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - Hawthorn, Sydney, and Collingwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 17:55


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber dive into the seasons of Hawthorn, Sydney, and Collingwood, including where the Hawks went wrong, what the Swans can learn from North Melbourne, and the stat that would be worrying the Pies Timecodes: 0:28 - Sydney's funny old year 6:10 - Collingwood's second season under Sam Wright 11:42 - A weird year for Hawthorn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Season recaps - St Kilda, Richmond and Essendon

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 15:33


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black and Kaitlyn Ferber break down the seasons of St Kilda, Richmond, and Essendon, including highlights, players who should be moved on, and priorities for next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Roos make history, what went wrong for Lions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 19:04


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh chat all things AFLW Grand Final, including what North Melbourne did so well, what went wrong for Brisbane, standout players, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Who wins the Grand Final, and why

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 15:18


    Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani preview the 2025 NAB AFLW Grand Final between Brisbane and North Melbourne - the big match-ups, a case for each team, and the potential game-breakersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Show: How Dees can land no.1 pick, how to beat the Roos

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 29:53


    Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani, Riley Beveridge and Nat Edwards preview the 2025 NAB AFLW Grand Final, including why you should never write off the Lions and how the Roos can be beaten, as well as the latest on the upcoming trade periodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: The W Awards coral carpet

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 16:28


    Join Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black as they speak to Mikayla Bowen, Eden Zanker, Daisy Pearce, Harriet Cordner, Indy Tahau, and Ebony Marinoff on the coral carpet at the 2025 W AwardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: How the Demons nearly did the unthinkable, and a Brisbane masterclass

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 16:31


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber discuss what might be the greatest game in AFLW history, what the Demons did to push the Roos all the way, why the Blues should be proud, and how the Lions' finals experience reared its head.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Emergency ep! Cats' coach gone, what it means for 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 5:14


    Dan Lowther and Geelong have 'parted ways', and Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Sophie Welsh take a look at the falloutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Are the Demons a chance, how far will Blues' momentum go?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 18:12


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh dive into this weekend’s preliminary final match-ups, tip both games, and draw some parallels between North Melbourne and the AshesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Show: Secret to Blues' success, cult heroes face off, All-Aus locks

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 21:41


    Meg McDonald joins the W Show to preview this week’s preliminary finals, awards season, and the mouthwatering match-up between Kate Hore and Jas GarnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: End of Crows' dynasty, Hawks' systemic issues, brilliant Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 19:01


    Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Sophie Welsh discuss whether we’ve seen the last of a Crows dynasty, why Hawthorn’s problems involve more than just player availability, and why Carlton is this year’s Port AdelaideSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: Unsung Blues stand up, Dee's 'all-time performance', farewell Doc

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 20:59


    Sarah Olle and Kate McCarthy dissect the semi-final action in the 2025 AFLW Finals seriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Injury watch at Hawks training, Crows' big call

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 19:08


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black and Kaitlyn Ferber preview the two AFLW semi-finals ahead of Saturday's matches. Hawthorn is running out of players, Adelaide has a decision to make, Melbourne has lost a star and it's all fun and games at CarltonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Show: AFLW wildcard round, the 'next nine' coaches, finalists' big trade plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 26:00


    The League's footy operations boss Laura Kane joins the W Show to discuss all things AFLW finals, whether we'll see a 14-round season next year, and the possibility of a W Wildcard RoundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Hawks-Roos furore unpacked, a W wildcard round?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 19:52


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh break down the opening round of finals, including some strange scenes from the Hawks, the Blues’ entertainment value, the triumphant Lions, and should there be a wild card round in the AFLW?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: Box office Blues, Dees' missed opportunities, Crows' secret weapon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 16:57


    Kate McCarthy and Laura Spurway dissect the first week of the 2025 AFLW Finals seriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Swans say goodbye to Gowans, interesting selection choice at the Blues, Roos regain stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 17:20


    Gemma Bastiani, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Sophie Welsh turn an eye to the first week of finals, including Carlton’s decisions at the selection table and North Melbourne’s attacking boost, while the Swans part ways with head coach Scott Gowans0:32 - Sydney and Scott Gowans part ways3:24 - Curiosities in Carlton’s team selection7:48 - Roos get star forwards back11:25 - Who wins between the Demons and Lions13:00 - Saints in finals for the first timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Saints stagger into finals, we've seen this story before, a very Adelaide win

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 15:21


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh dissect the final round of the home and away season, focusing on the Saints' big loss before finals, a gritty win from the Crows, and match-ups that we've seen beforeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: AFLW's spiciest rivalry, Lions' worrying trend, big Saints concern

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 19:34


    Kate McCarthy and Gemma Bastiani question St Kilda’s finals credentials, dissect a big concern for the Lions, and posit why an all-time rivalry is brewing between North Melbourne and Hawthorn on The WrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Eagles' and Hawks' selection calls, all the finals permutations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 16:10


    Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black take a look at all the action ahead of the final round of the NAB AFLW season. The Eagles have mixed news at selection, four finals spots on the line for six teams, and new merch and uniforms are hitting the AFLW next year 0:57 - West Coast's good/bad selection news4.48 - All the finals permutations9.17 - Hawthorn's big ruck call11.10 - The changing look of AFLW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Show: No.1 pick 'for sale', Docker on the move, Roos' ritual

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 23:41


    North Melbourne forward Kate Shierlaw joins the W Show to discuss the Kangaroos’ record-breaking run, Gold Coast’s trade plans, and the Fremantle star who could be looking for a new homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Showdown heroics, lightning strikes twice, and are the Blues back?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 17:53


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh dissect a big round 11, including how the Lions exerted control at Springfield, a history-making night for Port Adelaide, worrying results for the Eagles, and are the Blues back? 0:27 - How the Lions exerted control4:02 - Showdown heroics7:51 - Is West Coast's maiden finals berth now in doubt?10:19 - Are the Blues back?11:28 - Lightning strikes twiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: North's biggest challengers, Blues' difference-maker, who will make finals?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 22:33


    Kate McCarthy and Sarah Olle dissect which team can challenge the Roos, the Blues' return to form, and plenty more on The WrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Show: Trade watch on star forwards, North's big dilemma, can Dogs crash finals party?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 24:38


    Western Bulldogs midfielder Jess Fitzgerald joins the W Show to discuss the Demon and Hawk that might be on the move, the Dogs' red-hot run home and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Hawk's shock comeback, Showdown tips and finals-shaping matches

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 15:10


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black and Kaitlyn Ferber take a look at all the action ahead of round 11 of the NAB AFLW season. Nat Exon’s playing for a fourth club, Port Adelaide is hoping to notch its first W Showdown win, and North Melbourne makes a call on one of its veterans. 0.45 - The mystery of Nat Exon's return to AFLW2.30 - Can Port Adelaide win its maiden W Showdown?6.10 - The quick return of Courtney Hodder7.09 - Chloe Molloy to miss the Swans' must-win match8.05 - North resting vs St Kilda's injury wardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Teams on the rise, a forgotten rule, a Dog gets their bite back

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 17:05


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh dissect AFLW round 10, including each host's team on the rise, a Bulldog who is back at their best, St Kilda's injury woes, and a rule that has gone by the wayside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: Saints' secret weapon, Lions concerns, can Swans make finals?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 20:40


    Kate McCarthy and Sarah Olle dissect the injury fallout at St Kilda, whether the Swans can make finals, and plenty more on The WrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Leaderless Lions, Guerin's grunt and Dees go defensive

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 16:07


    Sarah Black and Kaitlyn Ferber take a look at all the action ahead of round 10 of the NAB AFLW season. Melbourne gets some defensive support, the Blues boost their midfield, and just how is Brisbane going to find life without injured skipper Bre Koenen?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Swans have a heartbeat, the team that can wreak havoc, and who's out of the race

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 16:50


    Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Kaitlyn Ferber dissect round nine of the NAB AFLW season, including huge wins from Sydney and Fremantle, if Melbourne is still the second best side, which team can cause some chaos in the final three weeks, and who we're putting a line through... officiallySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Wrap: The secret to beating Roos, Blues 'caught out' in Sydney

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 19:10


    Sarah Olle and Gemma Bastiani wrap up all the AFLW action following round nineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    W Download: Swans on a knife's edge, big names dropped again, and Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 14:45


    Gemma Bastiani, Kaitlyn Ferber and Phoebe McWilliams discuss Sydney's freefall after a strong opening month, the changing landscape at the selection table, and all things Pride guernseySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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