Football with Susan

In this most interesting episode yet (according to co-host Kathryn that is), Susan and Kathryn debrief the Cats' last 2 wins and prepare for the upcoming game against North Melbourne. They discuss important things like 'what is a shin-boner', the weather (did someone say interesting!?), and exactly what state is Susan's lid in after 4 wins? In addition you can enjoy a dramatic reading from resident Collingwood supporter Jarrod Bates, and as always Susan answering questions from listeners.Send questions for Susan to answer in the next episode to kathrynkel@gmail.com!Original music by Kathryn Kelly: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3bzilNq3MkBWGNgc1EgJwF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Susan and Kathryn kick off for for 2024! They address important issues like: who is Susan? What is this podcast? They break down the first two games of the Season (Geelong games that is) including Geelong's glorious wins against St Kilda and Adelaide. You can look forward to a 'dramatic reading' of Susan's most recent letter to the Geelong Football Club (from a Collingwood supporter impersonating David Attenborough), Susan answering questions from listeners, and as always Susan and Kathryn discussing what's for dinner. Queue siren!Original music by Kathryn Kellyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3bzilNq3MkBWGNgc1EgJwF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Susan and Kathryn discuss the recent victory of the Cats over the Swans in the Grandfinal, as well as Susan's trip TO the Grandfinal! This is the final ep for 2022, and I (Kathryn) have had a lovely season of chatting with my mum and being silly. Thanks to everyone who listened and also those who sent in questions!

In this episode there is BIG NEWS, with Susan (and the Cats) heading to the Grand Final next weekend! Susan and Kathryn prepare emotionally (and also for the weather) as Geelong Cats head to the big one, with their biggest fan!

Susan is emotionally exhausted after a big win in the Qualifying Finals against long-time rivals... Collingwood. Susan and Kathryn discuss whether or not she watched the game in real time ("the most exciting game I just couldn't watch"), play an 'official statement' from resident 'Pies' supporter Jarrod Bates, confidently decide which condiment the Geelong Cats would be at the dinner table, and reveal how she got her new nickname "The Librarian". 

While the Cats just keep on winning, Susan describes herself as ‘terrified and excited', we discuss the best way to cook brussel sprouts, and have a sing-along (or Kathryn does at least). Our first ever ‘show notes': Greg Champion That's the thing about football official video

Susan and Kathryn discuss the Cats' recent (many!) wins, when and where she would share her chips with a Collingwood supporter, diplomatically (or sarcastically) asks 'Eddie who?' in response to questions related to Eddie McGuire, and discusses whether her alter ego 'Ugly Susan' could rear her head later in the season.

While the Cats take a much deserved week off, Susan and Kathryn discuss the Cats' recent wins, benefits of watching footy on TV with no sound, Susan's recent bump-ins with the Geelong Cats players, and whether she'd eat kebabs with Steph Curry.

Susan and Kathryn talk a LOT about “democracy sausages”, honey joys and other election snacks. Plus some football! 

In this episode Susan and Kathryn debrief Geelong's latest three games. Susan describes her ideal football-going-buddy, suggests methods for the Cats to ‘kick straighter', and considers whether kababs are a good choice of food to eat with Jeremy Cameron. Special guest appearance by Jarrod Bates!

Susan and Kathryn's 2022 season debut! In this episode Susan assesses the Cats' performance so far this season, re-assesses her feelings about Collingwood fans, seamlessly uses the word 'temerity', answers the door for a while, and wonders... 'where is Gary Rohan!?'. 

Football with Susan's 'Season Finale' for 2021! Join an 'at peace' Susan as she and her daughter Kathryn debrief the Cat's ultimate loss to Melbourne in the Preliminary Final, and the end to the Cats' season. Highlights include Susan's (very long) one sentence recap of the 2021 season, her Granddaughter Lily talking about why 'Gran' is her favourite Geelong Cats player, and her habit talking to strangers about the Cats in the street. Bring on 2022!

In this episode a Susan and Kathryn celebrate the Geelong Cats' win to the GWS Giants in the Semifinal! They discuss next week's Preliminary Final against Melbourne (the lid is off!), have a special reading of a letter to 'The Coodabeans' (and a great response!), name which players are ‘naughty boys', and discuss why you can't take umbrellas (and others missiles) to the game anymore. Thanks to Jono, Jarrod and Kevin for their Questions from the Crowd! And a very big Father's Day shout out to Football with Susan's biggest supporter and question-asker Kevin Kelly!

This is Football with Susan's 20th ever episode! Join a reasonably depressed Susan and her youngest daughter Kathryn debrief the Geelong Cats' last 2 games, including Friday's devastating loss against Melbourne. Susan plays Collingwood-themed ‘Would You Rather' with special-guest Jarrod Bates, provides advice to Charith Nandasena about kicking a football, and gives the Cats lots of finals tips!! (Theme = self belief!).

In this episode Susan and Kathryn debrief the Geelong Cats' last 3 games, including Friday's devastating loss against the GWS Giants. This week we talk a lot about the Olympics (incuding Susan's 'kicking foot'), have a special reading of Susan's letter to her local Council about the volume of mud at the Geelong Football Ground. Susan finally ‘names names' about which players are ‘too careless with their arms', and provides much needed advice to Kathryn and her partner Jarrod for their terrible footy tipping. Enjoy!

In this episode Susan and Kathryn celebrate Geelong's latest two wins! Susan also discusses at ‘why' she puts herself through the trauma of being a fan (at her husband Kevin's request), the ‘Football with Susan' mug that she got for mothers day, and (at length) her favourite types of fish to eat for dinner.

In this episode Susan and Kathryn debrief Geelong's latest win against the Bombers! Susan shares some interesting Cats trivia, and discusses what it's like to be her Grand-daughter's ‘favourite player'.

In this episode Susan and Kathryn  debrief Geelong's latest two wins to Port Adelaide and the Western Bulldogs! A croaky-voiced Susan takes us through the Cat's win to Western Bulldogs second-by-second, discusses what it's like to be an ‘emotional fan', celebrates her success in the Kelly-family footy tipping competition, and talks quite a lot about getting a new washing machine.

In this episode Susan debriefs Geelong's two latest wins against Gold Coast and Collingwood. We talk to special guest/Collingwood supporter Jarrod Bates, discuss Kathryn's sleep-cycle, highlight her love for magpies in nature (just not on the field), and of course take Questions from the Crowd! We hope you enjoy!

Join Susan and Kathryn this week as they celebrate the Cats wins to both St Kilda and Richmond! In this episode they discuss exactly how far the 'lid' is on and/or off (arguably overusing a cooking analogy), consider fashion choices on the field, ponder what she saw on her mid-game jaunt this week (due to not handling the pressure) and of course take 'Questions from the Crowd'. We hope you enjoy.

In this episode mum debriefs her beloved Geelong Cat's contentious loss to the Sydney Swans on the weekend. Joined (in the car) by special guest/husband Kevin Kelly, Susan celebrates Geelong thrashing the West Coast Eagles in the previous game (including much discussion of 'gelling'), discusses birdlife for longer than you'd expect on a footy podcast, laments her terrible week of tipping and classily declines gossiping on the air. Enjoy :) 

Join Susan and Kathryn as they debrief Geelong's latest win against North Melbourne! In this episode Susan identifies her beloved Cats' problem for this season (hint: it's all about 'gelling'), discusses various game-day beverages including pre-game wine and 'happiness tea', ponders her eldest daughter's footy tipping prowess, and demands more Questions from the Crowd (so please send them in!). 

Join Susan in her excitement following two wins in a row - first to the Lions and then the Hawks! In this episode we discuss her first game back IRL, put a call-out to the Head of the Umpiring Committee, discuss her impressions of last night's match, and of course take Questions from the Crowd. Special moments include at least four technology mishaps resulting in some dead-air/reflection-time.

Join Susan and her daughter Kathryn as their 'Football with Susan' adventure continues into the 2021 AFL Season! In this episode Susan laments her beloved Geelong Cats' loss to Adelaide, ponders WHO made the decision about the game being held in Adelaide (and calls 'discrimination' very early on...), discusses the past year of football fan-dome in lockdown, talks (a lot) about IT issues while getting her tickets, and of course takes 'Questions from the Crowd'. It's good to be back!!

Join Susan and Kathryn as they debrief Geelong's finish to the AFL season, including the Cats' devastating loss to Richmond... In her final episode for 2019, Susan reflects on how she's feeling (cest la vie!), calls the 2019 Grand-final 'a waste of time', takes her final 'Questions from the crowd', drops some surprisingly impressive musical references, and (as always!) is distracted by a small child. Thanks for a great season, all our FWS fans!

Join Susan and Kathryn as they debrief Friday's victorious semi-final between Susan's beloved Geelong Cats and the West Coast Eagles. Highlights include a special reading of Susan's letter to Geelong Football Club CEO, international 'Questions from the crowd', complaints from listeners related to comments about the Collingwood Football Club and of course travel plans to next week's game... They are joined by special guests galore including Kathryn's boyfriend Jarrod, and their entire family!

In this very special episode, Susan and Kathryn chat the Geelong Cats as they enter into the finals next week on top of the ladder! Other topics include her feelings about the Collingwood Football Club and their fans, and how on earth she and her daughter Bridget will travel to the game (car or train!?). Look out for an unedited pause while Kathryn answers the door...

A sad day for Susan, as her beloved Cats get thrashed by The Dockers. Join Susan and Kathryn, as Susan provides advice to her fellow fans for the rest of the season, tells us how likely it is they'll win the premiership, and takes 'questions from the crowd'. Guest appearances by her daughter and football-going buddy Bridget, and her Granddaughter Lily!