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Post-bye Bliss - The Hawks down in the Suns in a win that sets us up nicely for the back half of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TWTW Pod: The good, the b(r)ad and the ugly - some mid-week panel fun: Fresh off the bye we look at all things injuries, trades, AFLW and the Suns - a fun listen ahead of our Round 15 clash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hawks might be headed into their bye-weekend but the Hawks Insiders have not been afforded that luxury... Best win, worst loss, who's flying, who isn't. The HI Mid-Season Review Pod is here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A golden chance goes begging to secure a gap inside the top 4 with 1.11 registered in the second half against the Dogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a quick reminisce of the Saints demolishing, we discussed some of the more fun angles from the week including trade targets, questions from our faithful and much much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hawks finally looked complete again in a dominant win over St Kilda Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recapping a dour win over Adelaide, welcoming our new mid-season draftee and previewing another likely slogfest against Ross Lyon's Saints Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It wasn't pretty but it was effective and at this stage of the season banking the four points is all that matters." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A historic era comes to a close as the Hawks welcome another debutant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It's easy way to say the game was lost at selection." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a real sense the season is arriving at a crossroads moment. The Hawks are third and firmly in the hunt, but injuries are mounting and the next month suddenly feels defining. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Prins, Andrew Weiss and Darren Levin worked their way through this one, immediately after the conclusion of the match, and you could tell. The raw emotion and disappointment to start, the realisation that the sky isn't falling by the end. This one was a rollercoaster and we hope you enjoy the ride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look at all the brown and gold news that has unfolded in the first week of May - plenty of news around to get stuck into. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post Game Recap Pod: Hawks vs Pies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suns, Pies, list management, Box Hill, Tassie, Will Day and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What started as genuine concern — suspensions, five changes, and a seriously STACKED Gold Coast outfit — ended in a 49-point statement win that put Hawthorn forward as genuine contenders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Banking the (ugly) wins and looking forward to our next match against the Suns at UTAS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren Levin and Nat Martin caught up pre-game at Marvel Stadium to discuss their thoughts, concerns and tips for the clash against Port, in which the Hawks were clear favourites. Confidence was high — a big brown and gold crowd, a favourable matchup, and predictions of a comfortable win. But it didn't really pan out that way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.How quickly does a round five win turn into something more?The Hawks Insiders team of Ash, Daz, Mick, Nat and Jason Johnson Brad (live from the car) take a deeper like at a side that's not just building — it's growing up in real time.Fresh off backing up the Easter Monday high with a commanding Gather Round win over the Dogs, the conversation has shifted. This isn't about promise anymore. It's about expectation.

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.How many times can you watch the final two minutes of the Easter Monday clash before it becomes … a problem?The Hawks Insiders team of Daz, Brad and Mick are still buzzing after one of the great wins in recent memory against the Cats. But as much as we'd love to live in that moment forever, there's a crucial Gather Round clash against the Dogs just around the corner.

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It's the run in to the biggest non-finals match on the Hawthorn calendar and this weeks TWTW Pod is very Easter Monday-centric.Danny, Mick, Nat and Brad jumped on at the tailend of the longest break between games ever, to chat about:* The big one against the Cats;* How the Hawks get the win, and who needs to be stopped;* Jarman Impey, the trigger and life membership;* Calsher Dear, his spot in the team, and rumours of clubs circling; * Box Hill Hawks, a rampant Geelong VFL side and the imbalance in the list build;* Dare to Hope and what a great cause it is (support it here)Thanks as always to our HI members for all your support. You're the reason we keep turning up week in, week out — even when the Hawks aren't playing.Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.We're in the midst of an 18 day break, but the Hawks Insiders team doesn't know the meaning of “bye”.Ash, Mick and Daz caught up to discuss (among other things):* The exhilarating win over the Swans;* Hawthorn's B+ start to the season (according to Mick anyway);* Box Hill's win over the Swans and Will McCabe's eye-catching performance;* The Bailey Humphrey trade rumour that won't go away; and * Draftee Jack Dalton putting his hand up for an early debut.The flathead Hawk guernsey, which will be resurrected for Gather Round, also prompted a walk down memory lane. Ash and Mick shared their own recollections of Princes Park, along with all of the amazing memories HI members shared on our socials.As always, we fielded a bunch of your very excellent questions — from Ginnivan's goal ‘drought' to our ageing backline.Daz would also like to apologise in advance to any WA-based Hawks fans

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A sense of relief this week as we not only smashed the Bombers, but seemingly got our season back on track. And the whole HI Team had plenty to say as we look on in excitement at the game at the MCG tonight.Ash was on board once again to steer the Wednesday night ship, as our team of Mick, Nat, Mora and Brad took you through a plethora of topics, including: * A nice little review of the game against the Bombers including discussion on when we had the game in the bag;* The Danish Royal Family;* More discussion on the scissor scandal of 2026;* Sam Mitchell's impressive rounds in the media this week;* Brendan Gale issuing the Hawks with an eviction notice and Tasmanian versus brown and gold loyalty;* The Tasmanian stadium build and it's potential limitations;* On-field strategy;* The return of Jai Serong;* A preview of the game ahead against the Swans;* And much much more.As always we want to know what you thought of the discussion - comment and let us know what you agree with, disagree with, and how you are feeling about things!.Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It was one of the biggest contingents of Insiders we have had on TWTW pod for quite some time, and there was plenty of content to discuss.With Ash back leading TWTW lines, he was joined by Nat, Brad, Danny, Mick and Weissy and the group put Ash's immaculate timekeeping regime to shame as they discussed: * The disappointment that was Opening Round;* The Jailbirds at the club - what we made of the Moore and Macdonald USA news;* Our midfield - feels like this will be discussed every week this year;* Season expectations;* Questions from the community;* Blake Hardwick 200 - what a man, what a milestone;* Belting the Bombers;* And much much mo(o)re.As always we want to know what you thought of the discussion - comment and let us know what you agree with, disagree with, and how you are feeling about things!.Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn coverage available. Exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.“If we get the development right, we should be even better in '27, '28 and '29.”- Rob McCartney Our first ever live panel show at the Kennedy Community Centre was one of those nights that reminded us how special the Hawks Insiders community is. From guided tours of the facilities to special guests (including some unexpected ones in the crowd!), the Hawks really rolled out the brown and gold carpet for us.For those who couldn't make it along — or if you just want to relive the night — we're publishing the full panel interview with Hawthorn Executive General Manager of Football Rob McCartney and Box Hill head coach (and Hawthorn development coach) Dave Mirra as a pod.Rob gave a few clues about the next wave of players pushing for their Hawthorn debut and the famous Rule 529; while Miz offered a fascinating insight into how the Box Hill–Hawthorn pipeline actually works behind the scenes.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.In our first — and only — AMMI Community Series match of 2026, the Hawks went down to the Dogs in disappointing fashion 18.9 (117) to 11.7 (73).Nat Martin and Angry Brad unpacked the loss — and while it's not “season over” just yet, there were a few worrying signs ahead of our Round Zero clash against the Giants.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The Hawks are inching closer to Opening Round, and the Hawks Insiders — led by Danny Prins — came together to discuss: * The return of Jack Ginnivan after a finger issue.* Are we concerned Tom Barrass' back?* What we'd like to see against the Dogs.* Can the Reeves and Meek combo really work?* Will an edgy and injury-free James Sicily tear it up in 2026?* What our midfield mix looks like heading into the Opening Round.* Plus all your questions answered! Yes, all.Keep an eye out over the next few weeks as we ramp up the content ahead of our Opening Round fixture against the Giants.Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn coverage available. Exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Season 2026 is upon us and the Hawks fired up in sweltering conditions in their first pre-season hitout at the KCC.The Hawks prevailed by 17 points over the Cats — 16.15 (111) to 14.10 (94) — in front of a healthy brown and gold turnout at our new home.There was plenty to like, and plenty to refine. But for a first official outing at KCC, 16 goals and a 17-point win over the Cats is a pretty nice way to christen the place.Listen as Ash, Mick and Brad discussed: * The midfield mix and why Ward is trending towards the clear No.2 behind Jai;* What we need from our centre bounce rotations in 2026.* Reeves and Meek: how the ruck balance looked and why synergy matters more than raw hitout numbers this time of year;* Sam Butler's statement game — forward pressure, elite tackling and whether he's now locked into our best 23;* Mitch Lewis' presence up forward and how the mix of Lewis, Dear, Chol and (eventually) Gunston shapes the structure;* The kids watch — Noah Mraz competing hard and Aiden Schubert showing promise;* Why Flynn Perez is pressing hard for that SSP spot;* The upcoming Round One matchup against a GWS side dealing with significant injuries;* First impressions of the Kennedy Community Centre — strong crowd, great energy… and yes, the melted bitumen in the car park;* And much much more. We'll be back later in the week with our mid-week pod featuring all your listener questions (don't forget to get them in via our socials).Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

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Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.We've had training sessions, a major injury, a sell-out Panel Show and more, but the announcement of a new captain seemed cause for a January podcast.So it was with a joyful exuberance that our fearless leader Ash assmebled some of the troop, and Mick, Mora and Weissy gathered to discuss the past few weeks of news including:* The rise and rise of Jai Newcombe;* Will Day - what it means and how we feel;* How our midfield is shaping up* Pre season musings - who has caught Mick's eye;* Our next Panel Show - all tickets gone but some surprises in store;* And much, much more.We hope you enjoy - we will be dropping some articles over the next few weeks and will be back online for regular pods tin a fortnight!Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A bit of fun for you as we look to wrap up 2025, and an easy-listening (at times) 10-minute episode taken at our break-up dinner and drinks at the Corner Hotel.What was billed as a mere ‘questions without notice' segment drew out some pretty important information from you all including:* How many steps each day does Sam Mitchell take?;* Who is the biggest book-reader in the HI crew?;* Which Insider snubbed the opportunity to watch the greatest game in Hawthorn history from Round 12, 1999;* Which HI self-congratulator of the year welcomed themselves to the pod?;* Which father-son selection has Angry Brad already retired;* FINALLY - Who are the four people named on Hawthorn's Mount Rushmore - forever now on the record?We hope you enjoy - we will be dropping some fun articles over the next few weeks to and be back online for regular bods towards the end of January - after the AO has finished.The Hawks Insiders 2026 Season Launch will be held at the Kennedy Community Centre, in the rooms above the AFLW Pavilion, on Wednesday, March 4.It's the ultimate two-for-one deal. The chance to get among the action at our pre-season panel, and get a close-up look at the KCC for yourself.Full details to come in the new year, but space will be extremely limited. So get out your 2026 calendars and put a big circle around March 4 now.Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.What a difference a year makes. When the Hawks Insiders team last visited the Kennedy Community Centre in November 2024, there wasn't a single blade of grass on the AFLW and Community Oval.This time around — when Ash, Danny and Daz were given a grand tour by lifelong Hawks nuffies, CEO Ash Klein and COO Jacob Attwood — we couldn't quite believe our eyes. The grass was down. The ovals were defined. The buildings were a hive of activity. Players were training the house down, staff were embedded, and the Kennedy Community Centre had gone from a major construction project (and HI regular Paddy Malone's dream) to a fully functioning football home.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The HI crew reassembled to unpack an eventful few weeks in Hawthorn land — from AFLW and trade updates through to preseason risers, jumper number chatter, and all the latest whispers out of the KCC.Hosted by Ashley Browne, the pod featured Julia, Mick, Brad, Nat and Daz, plus special guest Marnie Cohen from Kanga TV to discuss everything you wanted to know (and more) about former North defender Flynn Perez, who is currently training with the Hawks.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The draft has been run and done, and the KCC is the proud home for five new fledgling Hawks. Ash Browne, Mick Cowan and Danny Prins look back at the draft before looking forward to preseason next Monday.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Day 1 in the books and it was a lot of things, but probably nothing quite like Hawks fans expected.Danny Prins, Nat Martin and Mick Cowan, with a special guest cameo from Ash Browne, broke down the ins and outs of the longest first round in AFL history.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The AFL Draft is one of the biggest days in the footy calendar, and the Hawks Insiders are here to have you completely prepared for it.Danny Prins, Nat Martin and Andrew Weiss jumped on for a quick chat and spent the next hour plus chatting all things draft.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.We held off our The Week That Was Pod a day so that we could discuss the beauty that is the 2026 AFL Draw with you, our HI fam.A condensed crew of HI regulars — Ash, Mick, Brad and Julia — got together to discuss the events of the week - focussing on our AFLW Finals campaign, and the fresh-off-the-press 2026 AFL Fixture drop - among other news.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A condensed crew of HI regulars — Mick, Ash and Daz — reconvened at the same time, same place for a discussion of the week that was in brown and gold.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It is officially the men's off season and the news has definitely slowed down in the mainstream media. But as always, the Insiders still had PLENTY to talk about on our now infamous mid-week podcast.Hosted by Ash Browne, the Insiders, including Mick Cowan, Julia Faragher and Nat Martin had a fair time of it, discussing much of the news from the past week.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It may have been a tad quieter than the Trade Week preceding it, but given the fact that we are the most relevant team in Australia, there was plenty of news around.Hosted by Ash Browne, the Insiders, including Mick Cowan, Darren Levin, Andrew Weiss and Julia Faragher had a heap of fun discussing much of the news from the past week.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Well, it was a bit of a deflating end to a Trade Period that showed so much promise. The Hawks unable to shift Essendon's hard stance on trading their captain to one of their bitter rivals.Danny Prins hosted a BIG collection of Insiders — including Andrew Weiss, Brad Klibansky, Darren Levin, Simon Morawetz and Mick Cowan — as well as a cameo from Ash Browne live from Marvel. The team reflected on what was, what could have been, and what the future looks like for a Hawthorn team minus Zach Merrett.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The silly season is officially here, and as always, there is so much Hawthorn news to discuss because quite frankly, we are the centre of the AFL universe.Hosted by Ash Browne, a small group of the Insiders — including Danny Prins, Simon Morawetz and Mick Cowan — broke down the Hawks trade news before a massive last day of the 2025 Trade Period:

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The silly season is officially here, and as always, there is so much Hawthorn news to discuss because quite frankly, we are the centre of the AFL universe.Hosted by Ash Browne, the Insiders, including Mick Cowan, Darren Levin, Nat Martin and Andrew Weiss had a heap of fun discussing much of the news from the past week.

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.The Hawks AFL season came to an end a week earlier than we all hoped, but there's still enough to be optimistic about as the team head into an important off-season.Hosted by Ash Browne, the Insiders, including Danny Prins, Brad Klibansky, Mick Cowan and Simon Morawetz, discussed a range of topics.