Credit to the Girls - an AFLW podcast

Sarah Black, Gemma Bastiani and Michael Whiting preview the all-important matches heading into Round 8 of the AFLW season, we have a Q-Clash, a showdown and the WA derby is on offer Timecodes:1:00: Gold Coast exceptional stoppage work has them in the box seat v Brisbane5:45: What's the mood at the Brisbane Lions? 6:50: The "want to win" mindset Essendon and the Giants have to display 11:15: Is this Port's chance to claim a Showdown?13:50: Trending suggest the Eagles won't claim a first ever WA derby victory this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaitlyn Ferber and Phoebe McWilliams celebrate the 100-gamers this weekend, take a deep dive on the Bombers and Phoebe ranks the recruits of the season so far. Timecodes:1:30: Celebrating Emma Kearney, Hayley Miller and Pax Paxman who play their 100th game6:15: A deep dive into Essendon's 0-7 start to 202615:30: Phoebe's Five - The recruits of the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a packed studio on this Tuesday morning - Sarah Black is joined by Emily Patterson, Dylan Bolch and Riley Beveridge with Sydney in the spotlight after another win over the weekend but a key player in the side may be on the move during the trade period. Timecodes:0:00: The race to secure Zippy Fish is heating up, but one side is out of the running4:55: Sydney's depth is being tested, remarkable considering the 6-1 start9:00: Geelong's demolition of Hawthorn12:55: Ella Roberts, the Eagles MVP but she needs supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gemma Bastiani and Joel Peterson discuss the merits of the Cats as flag contenders, the issues at the Giants, Freo’s outstanding opening quarter, and the Kangaroos back on top led by Jenna Bruton and Jas Garner. Timecodes:0:00 - What we loved from the weekend2:00: Is Geelong a team that is a premiership flag contender? 4:30: The Giants “reached a tipping point” on the weekend10:30: Fremantle were “outstanding” - Set up by a 4 goal opening quarter14:15: North Melbourne is back on top led by Jenna Bruton and Jasmine Garner18:45 - Injury watch from the weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black is joined in the W Daily studio with Lauren and Zoe Wakfer to talk through the Eagles season so far, what's in store for the remainder of the year and plenty more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black take a look at the all important match-ups coming up this weekend. Timecodes: 0:00 - Is tonight's game between Geelong and the Hawks the match of the round? 4:44 - Does Melbourne v North Melbourne determine who will be the #1 seed? 9:25 - Collingwood v GWS might be "off broadway" but has fascinating storylines 14:00 - Outside of the obvious, what are you excited for this weekend?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophie Welsh and Kaitlyn Ferber discuss Nic Xenos' return to playing, mid-season AA locks, and the most intriguing games coming up this weekend Timecodes:0:00 - Sophie's casual observations from round six 4:40 - Why is no one talking about this: Nicola Xenos is back onto the active playing list 10:45 - Psychic Sophie: When will the first coaching domino fall this season? 17:20 - Phoebe’s Five - Mid-year All-Australian locks26:10 - Most intriguing games of round seventSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black and Dylan Bolch take a look at the depth at the Kangaroos, explain why Essendon has been the most disappointing in 2026, the secret behind Geelong’s scoring prominence and why the Bulldogs have got the "never say die" tag alongside their name. Timecodes:0:00 - North Melbourne’s depth is being tested in a way we haven’t seen before 4:45 - Which side has been the most disappointing side halfway through the competition? 8:15 - Geelong’s impressive turnaround from 2026, how they’re a 5-goal better side than 202511:15 - Now that the umpires can look at stats, is this Jas Garner’s year?14:00 - How the coaches votes sit at the halfway point of the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Gemma Bastiani look back at round six of the 2026 NAB AFLW season, the coach at the Bombers is under pressure after the start to the season, the competition has caught up to Brisbane and gone past them while Gold Coast have been the biggest bolter to date. Collingwood has got concerns after half-time that is becoming an all-too-familiar story. Timecodes:0:00 - What we loved from the weekend2:40 - Gold Coast Suns rise up the table7:15 - Is the concern around Brisbane real now?10:30 - Collingwood's third quarters are an issue15:00 - Pressure on the Bombers 16:00 - Excitement building for Melbourne v North Melbourne17:50 - Injury watch from the weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A very excited Gemma Bastiani, Kaitlyn Ferber and Sophie Welsh dissect Hawthorn’s stunning win over North Melbourne that ended the Roos’ 34-game undefeated streak - how the Hawks pulled it off, what it means for the rest of the competition, and whether they’ll lose again next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani preview round six of the 2026 NAB AFLW season, including North Melbourne's team selection, Carlton's big inclusions v the Demons, and if Adelaide v Brisbane has lost its spark. Timecodes:1:00 - Experience out of the Roos' side4:06 - Aine McDonagh as the X-factor6:12 - Carlton's big ins8:25 - A well-earned debut9:38 - The off-Broadway game with big ramifications14:45 - Is Adelaide v Brisbane still a marquee game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phoebe McWilliams, Sophie Welsh and Kaitlyn Ferber provide an update on the injury front and take a look at the top five most underrated players in the league. Timecodes: 1:16 – AFLW team clean up at the AFMAs 4:44 - couple of sad updates to the injury list 10:10 - Phoebe’s Phive: why aren’t we talking about these players? 21:36 - Psychic Psophie: new good luck charm for the Saints See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black, Dylan Bolch and Sophie Welsh take a look at the 2-3 Brisbane and Adelaide ahead of their annual clash, identify who needs to stand up at the Saints, and discuss whether the Dogs can stack up with the big guns. Timecodes:1.42 - The Lions' glaring hole in attack4.55 - Adelaide's year of transition8.30 - The leaders letting St Kilda down12.52 - Where are the victories for the winless teams?14.45 - Are the Dogs a star short?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description - Joel Peterson, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Gemma Bastiani look back at round five of the 2026 NAB AFLW season, naming the in-form team of the competition, a bright spot in a tough year for the Saints, and a young Crow putting her name in lights. Timecodes:0:22 - Best things from the weekend3:16 - Blues challenge the Roos5:45 - Are the Demons the most in form team?10:35 - Bright spot for the Saints12:31 - How the Eagles got off the mark15:58 - The Cats finally best the Crows17:41 - The young Crow stepping up19:06 - Injury watchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani preview round five of the NAB AFLW season. The Swans are short on talls, Gold Coast and Geelong are taking a horses for courses approach, and where can Carlton exploit North Melbourne?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of career game No.100 inaugural Adelaide player Sarah Allan joins Gemma Bastiani to chat about her evolving leadership, the record she's not happy to hold, and her addiction to earning frequent flyer points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phoebe McWilliams, Sophie Welsh and Kaitlyn Ferber take a look at the players who are excelling with a positional switch, the current Top 3 round robin kicks off on Sunday and lots more on W Daily. Timecodes:0:15 - Intros but Sophie has a bone to pick3:30 - Phoebe’s Phive: five best positional changes 11:05 - Psychic Psophie: Soph foresees the club that will end the Roos streak14:45 - Why is no one talking about this coach’s fashion sense19:11 - Hawks key forward needs her flowersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black, Dylan Bolch and Sophie Welsh chat all things AFLW. Hawthorn need to get a wriggle on, the Dees are flying, and what’s the biggest stumbling block when it comes to double-headers? Timecodes: 1.42 - Shadowing Emily Bates4.03 - Hawthorn's three biggest issues7.00 - Melbourne's midfield dominance11.20 - The double-header discussion16.02 - Zippy's great featSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaitlyn Ferber and Gemma Bastiani break down round four of the AFLW, including what's taking the Dogs to a new level this year, the Crows' ability to spread the load, and giving some credit to the Dockers. Timecodes 0:34 - Best thing from the weekend3:00 - Credit to the Dockers5:42 - Maturity from the Western Bulldogs9:38 - What's going wrong for the Hawks11:00 - The Crows' killers13:30 - Injury watchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black take a look at the AFLW round four matches. Mick Stinear wants bigger lists, the Swans have loaded up, and this weekend could indicate just how far Gold Coast has come Timecodes: 1.00 - Mick Stinear wants bigger lists4.10 - Taylor Smith's speedy recovery7.12 - Could the weather save the Saints against the Roos?9.16 - How have Gold Coast and Yartapuulti improved, 12 months on?11.57 - AFLW at DingleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaitlyn Ferber, Phoebe McWilliams and Sophie Welsh take a look at the players who have started the season on fire, why four teams have no hope for a win this weekend, and more on W Daily. Timecodes:1:11 - Phoebe’s Phive: Hottest starts to the season12:20 - Psychic Psophie: Why four teams will still be 0-4 after round four15:42 - Why is no one talking about Kaitlyn and Phoebe being good at tipping See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson and Gemma Bastiani break down the third round of the 2026 NAB AFLW season, including some curious choices at Collingwood, where Walyalup has shown improvement, and the clear No.2 seed across the competition. Timecodes:0:41 - The clear No.2 seed4:40 - Best things from the weekend6:43 - Curious choices from Collingwood10:37 - Hawks did what they needed to do11:18 - Growth from Walyalup13:29 - Some injury concernsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Black and Gemma Bastiani preview round three of the NAB AFLW season, including Dreamtime in the Top End, the sheer depth on North Melbourne's list, a sneaky good game, and Georgia Nanscawen's journey of discovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phoebe McWilliams and Sophie Welsh ponder who the second-best team in the comp is and deliver a history lesson ahead of Saturday’s Roos v Dogs clash. Timecodes:00:30 - AFLW Indigenous Round launch03:30 - Phoebe’s Phive: The comp’s biggest questions16:45 - Psychic Psophie: A bold Suns-Cats call19:00 - Why is no one talking about this? Dogs and Roos’ history See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dylan Bolch, Sarah Black and Sophie Welsh unpack the biggest stories from AFLW round two, including a ruck battle for the ages, how the Suns are building something special and why the Crows are in a slump. Timecodes:01:00 - How the Suns’ Academy haul was years in the making05:08 - Why the mighty Crows have fallen, and how they’ll climb back up09:55 - Another chapter in a true AFLW rivalry: Hawks v Power13:11 - The AFLW Bulldog with Bont-like traits See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Peterson and Gemma Bastiani look back at a big round two, including which 0-2 team to panic about, some uplift in a dark week, the young Suns, and would Brisbane have won with this player? Timecodes:0:37 - An experienced coach at work1:49 - An impressive off field showing3:20 - The uplift in a dark week4:38 - Is it panic stations yet?11:20 - The Suns find their run14:19 - Where Collingwood is breaking down16:48 - Carlton did what it needed to do18:45 - Would Brisbane have won with Dakota Davidson?21:23 - Rucks in fine form25:10 - Injury concernsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collingwood recruit Dom Carbone shares her footy story with Sarah Black. From Darwin to Melbourne lockdown, Hawthorn, VFLW, knockbacks and tenacity, Carbone earned her way back onto an AFLW list after four yearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gemma Bastiani and Sarah Black preview round two of the 2026 NAB AFLW season. How might Brisbane get over North Melbourne? Do you tag Kate Hore? Why has Geelong gone unchanged after a record loss? Timecodes:0:36 - get to the SCG, support the Swans AFLW team3.10 - Grand Final rematch5.25 - How an understrength Brisbane could beat North Melbourne8.18 - Do you tag Kate Hore and Ella Roberts?11.50 - The return of Bri Davey14.25 - A litmus test for Western Bulldogs and Richmond16.37 - Geelong unchanged after a record lossSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phoebe McWilliams and Kaitlyn Ferber provide a quick tribunal and injury update, highlight some of the most impressive debutants from round one, and is a key Cat underrated when discussing the league’s best players? Timecodes: 0.22 – Tribunal and injury update 3.16 – Phoebe’s Five: Top 5 best performances on debut9.53 – Why is nobody talking about this: is Georgie Prespakis underrated?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.