Credit to the Girls - an AFLW podcast

Sarah Black and Dylan Bolch take a broader look at round one’s NAB AFLW action. Did Brisbane show enough to match it with North Melbourne? Who could steer Melbourne one step further? And is there a personnel issue at the Hawks that could cost them? Timecodes:0.33 - can Brisbane challenge North Melbourne?5.09 - is Liv Purcell the missing piece of Melbourne's puzzle?6.36 - the baffling Mia Austin trade10.42 - Hawthorn's early danger signs13.42 - a possible early return for Bess Keaney?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Gemma Bastiani wrap up the first round of the 2026 NAB AFLW season, identifying the team that had a concerning showing, important wins on the road, and can we trust the Giants just yet? Timecodes:1:13 - Bidding a champion player goodbye2:24 - Draftee hits the AFLW with a bang3:42 - Swans kick off a new era in style5:28 - Important win for Port Adelaide on the road6:40 - Magnet switch at the Crows9:58 - The coaching move of the weekend12:29 - How soon can we trust the Giants?13:58 - Early concerns for the Dockers17:18 - What didn't work for the CatsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black & Gemma Bastiani preview the rest of round one, including a potential shootout at Ikon Park, which fixture is game of the round, and the love for debutant announcements Timecodes:0:44 - Is Hawthorn v Melbourne going to be a shootout?5:25 - Fremantle's big addition7:04 - Game of the round9:10 - The Giants' big hits12:20 - Debutants to watch forSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phoebe McWilliams, Sophie Welsh and Kaitlyn Ferber discuss the teams that could end North Melbourne’s winning streak, clubs that are getting creative with their AFLW marketing strategies and some very interesting additions to the injury list. Timecodes:00:27 - Hawthorn's newest debutant02:12 - Phoebe's Five: the teams that could end Roos' streak9.01 - Psychic Psophie: more double header madness11:19 - The best club marketing campaigns16:13 - Why is nobody talking about this: some key injury list curiosities20:10 - Can Adelaide make finals?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black, Dylan Bolch and Sophie Welsh debate whether double-headers work better with the men’s game first or second, unpack which players are still eligible for the Rising Star, and preview the introduction of AFL.com.au’s inaugural AFLW edition of The 25. Timecodes:00:35 - Saints v Blues from both the sofa and the stands02:36 - Do double-headers work better with the AFLW match before or after the men’s?05:05 - Why Dyl’s bullish on the Swans this year07:45 - The surprising players still eligible for the Rising Star10:22 - Introducing: The 25, AFLW editionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Gemma Bastiani break down the AFLW season opener, including naming the potential recruit of the year, who could be All-Australian by season's end, and whether the marquee match to kick off the season worked. Timecodes: 0:31 - Best thing from the weekend3:43 - Is this Carlton's one weakness?6:53 - What hurt the Saints8:26 - The Blues' attacking game9:10 - Carlton is the real deal12:05 - And unmitigated success to launch the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black preview the AFLW season-opener between the Saints and the Blues, and run their eyes over a few clubs with serious injury concerns 1.15 - St Kilda's new-look forward line2.22 - How Lauren Bella's injury will cost Carlton7.31 - Eden Zanker’s mysterious foot injury9.35 - The reason behind the rush of replacement players11.48 - Melbourne's lengthy injury listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Thursday's special interview-only episode of W Daily, Sophie Welsh has a very informal chat to Gold Coast co-captain Niamh McLaughlin both before and after her time as part of the Irish team in the NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaitlyn Ferber, Phoebe McWilliams and Sophie Welsh discuss the players who were unlucky to miss selection in Australia’s rep footy side, why new ruck rules could see an increase in scoring, and why the next Australia v Ireland game should be played in the Emerald Isle Time codes: 00:20 - Introducing the Wednesday crew03:25 - Phoebe’s Phive: Players unlucky to miss Aus v Ire selection10:12 - Why Is No One Talking About This: AFLW’s got new rules (Kaitlyn counts them)19:23 - Psychic Psophie: Visions of IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black, Sophie Welsh and Dylan Bolch take you into the Australian team’s camp, the stories that didn’t make the cut, and look ahead to the Spud’s Game double-headerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Gemma Bastiani discuss the success of Australia v Ireland on Saturday, what it was like to be in the Irish camp, if the margin reflects the quality of the game, and where to next? Timecodes:0:32 - Best thing we saw3:55 - The game itself7:25 - Collateral damage for Ellie McKenzie8:28 - Players with extra strings to their bow12:48 - What it was like inside the Irish camp15:34 - Did the margin accurately represent the game?17:27 - What’s next for rep footy in the AFLW?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.