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He's footy's number one newsbreaker, always at the coalface of the biggest stories in the game. And in 2019, Damian Barrett goes behind the scenes and inside the stories and minds of football's most influential figures. An Australian Football League production.

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    AFL Daily: Friday September 17 - Brad Scott joins AFL headquarters... these are his biggest priorities

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 20:44


    Changes to the AFL football department (0:54); Collingwood's off-season chaos continues (8:50); A "bizarre" Brownlow night (11:55) Unsung heroes within the Grand Final sides (16:35). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday September 10 - Who wins the prelims? Nat and Damo make the call

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 20:54


    Geelong and the Jezza effect; Stef Martin takes his place for the Bulldogs; Lachie Neale got "spooked". Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday September 3 - Two tantalising semi finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 17:57


    Is this Geelong's last chance? (1:12); Grand Final comes over Perth (4:53); Brisbane host the "rejuvenated" Bulldogs (8:39); Ross Lyon won't coach Carlton in 2022 (14:34) Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday August 27 - The Carlton messaging "retro-fit", did the All Australian selectors get it right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 20:24


    David Teague shown the door (); Carlton's search for a new coach (); Last night's All Australian announcement (); Geelong loom large for Port Adelaide (). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday August 20 - Houli retires - or does he? How to pick an All Australian midfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 21:44


    Bachar Houli's retirement (); Selecting an All-Australian midfield (); Western Bulldogs take on the Power (). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday August 13 - AFL's finals scheduling dilemma, and the AFLW becomes whole

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2021 21:36


    Planning for the Finals (1:02); North Melbourne may end with a better record than any wooden spoon side in decades (8:59); Is culture or a draft pick more important? (12:10); The historic AFLW announcement (14:07); Exciting games of Round 22 (19:18). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday August 6 - The two keys to the top 8, son of a gun makes his debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 17:04


    Jake Stringer's impact in 2021 (1:13); Andrew Brayshaw and the Dockers' mids (4:50); Cats v Giants (7:50); Jacob Townsend plays for his fourth club (9:55); Maurice Rioli jnr debuts (11:20). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday July 23 - Believe in the young Swans, and the man steering the ship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 18:15


    John Longmire, underrated coach (0:29); a list 'brimming with talent' (4:35); Port's exciting three inclusions (9:38); Travis Boak (12:29); Grand Final "re-rematch" (13:42). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday July 16 - Geelong's big win in Perth, a tribute to Serge and Destination Gold Coast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 18:44


    Round 18 changes (:32); Lions last 72 hours (2:07); The Grand Final conversation (5:08); Geelong's win puts them on top of the ladder (6:52); Tom Hawkins 10th straight season of 40+ goals (8:40); Matt Parker debuts for Richmond (10:44); Aaron Naughton returns for the Bulldogs (13:43); Vale Serge Silvagni (14:49).  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday July 9 - 'He may be the X-Factor' - Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's debut for the Bulldogs, Melbourne's big win in Adelaide and Fyfe's 200th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 36:06


    Jamarra Ugle-Hagan debuts for the Bulldogs (:34); 'If he weren't ready, he's (Beveridge) not picking him' (3:20); Swans v Bulldogs in Round 17 (5:17); Ken Hinkley on Port's players (7:55); Christian Petracca's stellar performance (11:13); Nat Fyfe's 200th (12:46). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday, July 2 - Tired Tigers, Rising Suns and Victoria's Footy Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 20:30


    The Suns knock off the Champs (:38); Cotchin's limited game time (3:54); Touk Miller's importance to the Suns (7:45); Crowd size for Thursday night footy (10:06); Victoria's Footy Festival (13:59); Rory Sloane injury update (18:46). Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AFL Daily: Friday, June 25 - Mason Cox returns for Collingwood, The Lions win big on Thursday night and Teague changes his tone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 15:48


    Brisbane makes an emphatic statement at the Gabba (:32); Chris Fagan praises Deven Robertson (3:01); David Teague's honest assessment of Zac Williams (6:18); Robert Harvey's first presser (8:57); Mason Cox is back for Collingwood (12:09); St. Kilda's 'crucial' game tonight (13:14).Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.

    AFL Daily: Friday, June 18 - Mackay's football act, Geelong's 'three-headed monster', St. Kilda's pressure and Essendon's victory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 18:36


    The Tribunal clears David Mackay (:29); 'Is it a football act or a non-football act?' (4:47); Luke Beveridge on Geelong's forward line (6:45); St. Kilda under pressure (10:38); Zach Merrett re-signs (14:45); Erin Phillips plays on (16:09).Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.

    SPECIAL: Chad Wingard's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 33:58


    Chad Wingard speaks with Damian Barrett about the Online Safety Act.

    AFL Daily: Friday June 11 - Pick your Buddy: Hawks or Swans?, Geelong's 'scary' combination and Yeo on Dusty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 18:29


    Hawks vs Swans tonight, a look at Hawks Buddy vs Swans Buddy (:34); Buddy needs 32 goals to reach 1000 (4:18); He's a future Legend (6:59); Jeremy Cameron's fourth quarter against Port (8:08); 'This is scary' (9:34); Adam Simpson on Yeo's return (13:24).Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.

    AFL Daily: Friday June 4 - Brayshaw's role at Melbourne, Rising Stars at the half-way point and the must win game of the round

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 17:12


    Blockbuster Friday Night Footy (:32); Angus Brayshaw's importance to Melbourne (1:37); Rising Stars at the season mid-point (7:36); Carlton's must win game is also a must win game for West Coast (12:17).

    PREVIEW: AFL Daily, Friday May 28 - Covid's impact on Round 11, Sam Walsh's 50th, the compelling matchup of Bulldogs vs Demons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 17:31


    Deja vu for the AFL (:33); Tasmania is an option for clubs (3:44); Sam Walsh's first 49 games (6:49); The Saints drop Jack Bytel (10:51); Friday Night Footy 'the matchup is compelling' (13:08).

    PREVIEW: AFL Daily, Friday May 21 - 'If it bleeds we can kill it' 20 years later...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 17:32


    'If it bleeds we can kill it' (:47); Brisbane must win tonight (4:58); Tex Walker and Jake Lever (7:30); The future for Justin Leppitsch (10:58); GWS v West Coast in Round 10 (15:52).

    PREVIEW: AFL Daily, Friday May 14 - Jeff Kennett and the Hawthorn rebuild

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 15:06


    Check out AFL.com.au's new podcast AFL Daily. Get the jump on other AFL fans every morning as Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards set the agenda on footy’s biggest stories.Hawthorn's Rebuild - does Jeff Kennett do more harm than good? (:40); Jeff Kennett's comments on the club's future (3:28); David Teague on the nature of Patrick Cripps's injury (8:38); The AFL weighs in on Hardwick's comments (11:12).

    PREVIEW: AFL Daily, Friday May 7 - Ned Guy's departure, North Melbourne's 'process'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 16:54


    Check out AFL.com.au's new podcast AFL Daily. Get the jump on other AFL fans every morning as Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards set the agenda on footy’s biggest stories.Collingwood list manager resigns (:29); Ned Guy is responsible (1:35); David Noble says it's about 'process' (7:21); North Melbourne is struggling to sell hope to members (9:59); Who is the most exciting small forward in the game right now? (10:45); Dusty returns and looking forward to the Cats big three (14:38).

    Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield on the Grand Final loss, Dusty, and how he sees himself as a player

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 21:02


    Ahead of the season Damian Barrett sat down with Cats star midfielder Patrick Dangerfield to discuss the lost Grand Final, taking on Dusty, the racism debate, and much more.

    Carlton star Patrick Cripps on his contract, building resilience, and his lowest point at the Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 16:58


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett sat down with Blues co-captain Patrick Cripps ahead of the season to discuss the status of his contract, his expectations for the Blues going into 2021, and how he's built resilience through some tough times.

    Anita Frawley on the loss of Danny, mental health, and the importance of Spud's Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 34:41


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian speaks to Anita Frawley about dealing with the loss of her husband Danny, the upcoming Spud’s Game, and the importance of taking the time to talk.

    Melbourne defender Steven May on his crazy career journey, defensive craft, and developing his leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 19:24


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to gun Demons defender Steven May about his journey from the Gold Coast to Melbourne, honing his defensive craft, being jealous of Tom Lynch, and much more.

    Essendon captain Dyson Heppell on his debilitating foot injury, leadership challenges, and why his best footy is yet to come

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 17:27


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to Bombers skipper Dyson Heppell about the shocking extent of his foot injury, how a chorus of criticism challenged his leadership in 2020, why he’s confident his best footy is yet to come, and more.

    Collingwood defender Darcy Moore on becoming a leader, off-field passions, and following in his father's footsteps

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 22:59


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to Magpie Darcy Moore about his off-field passions, the Do Better report, his relationship with Eddie McGuire, and much more.

    Richmond defender Dylan Grimes on his amazing AFL journey, a turbulent 2020, and Dusty the clubman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 31:04


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to Tiger Dylan Grimes about how he '‘snuck into the AFL system by the skin of his teeth’, the enormous challenges of the 2020 season, Alex Rance, Dustin Martin, and more.

    Hawthorn ruckman Ben McEvoy on becoming skipper, ruck craft, and how Clarko compares to Ross

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 20:19


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to Hawthorn's Ben McEvoy about how has life changed for him after becoming captain, his focus for 2021, how his two coaches compare, and much more.

    New Kangaroo Jaidyn Stephenson on making the Pies pay, learning from mistakes, and Eddie McGuire's departure

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 22:20


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to North Melbourne's Jaidyn Stephenson about a rollercoaster first three seasons, getting stronger and midfield ready, why he found Eddie McGuire’s departure ‘disgusting’, and more.

    Bulldogs young gun Bailey Smith on mental 'demons', chasing perfection, and leadership aspirations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2021 20:37


    In this episode of In the Game, Damian Barrett speaks to young Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith about his mental health battles, the 'fun' of chasing perfection, leadership aspirations, and more.

    North Melbourne CEO Ben Amarfio on a turbulent 12 months in the chief's chair

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 39:17


    In this episode of the In the Game podcast Damian is joined by North Melbourne CEO Ben Amarfio to discuss Rhyce Shaw, David Noble, Glenn Archer and a tumultuous 2020.

    Umpire Shaun Ryan on Grand Finals, dealing with abuse and the howler that still haunts him

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 16:30


    Damian Barrett is joined by retiring AFL umpire Shaun Ryan to discuss having the best seat in the house for some of footy's biggest moments, the howler of a decision that still haunts him, his favourite player to watch, and much more.

    Steve Waugh and Stephen Coniglio on leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 30:58


    One is considered the most successful Test captain in cricket history, the other has just begun his journey as captain of an AFL club. In this edition of the In the Game podcast, Damian Barrett chats leadership styles, breakthrough moments, and much more with former Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh and current GWS Giants captain Stephen Coniglio.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: The 'carnage' at Richmond, naming underdone players, and coaching a hub-based team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 11:31


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss whether Richmond can overcome the injuries and other challenges they're currently facing, the importance of sending a positive message as coach of a hub-based team, and taking underdone players into games.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: The loss of Howe, Clarko's 'valid point', and the best player in the comp this year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 9:37


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss his thoughts on Alastair Clarkson's post-match comments about the state of the game, whether the Pies can still win the flag without Jeremy Howe, and who has been the best player in the league so far this season.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Richmond's rough start, Adam Simpson's slip-up, and the team that could 'implode'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 13:54


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss whether he's worried about Richmond after their slow start, his thoughts on Adam Simpson's 'uncharacteristic' pre-game comments, and why he can relate to Matthew Nicks' experience at Adelaide.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: What's wrong with the Dogs, Rowell's next challenge, and THAT rule change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 13:58


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss the Bulldogs' disappointing start to the season, how Ross would deal with Matt Rowell as an opposition coach, a young key forward who's 'going to be special', and more.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Teammates fighting, illicit drugs, and letting club champions leave

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 15:59


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss why the fight between Adelaide players wouldn't worry him as a coach, letting Matt de Boer, Michael Barlow and others leave the Dockers, and why the AFLPA ‘need to be all in or all out’.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: How Lenny saved Ross, and the 'dog hungry' team to beat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 16:22


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss Lenny Hayes' induction into the Hall of Fame and reminisce on his time at St Kilda, look at the brewing AFL v AFLPA dispute, and chat about why this interrupted season should suit one contender perfectly.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Why crazy player haircuts don't bother Ross, the importance of AFLW, and Geelong's 'lobbying'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 12:02


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss why it's a 'no-brainer' to spare AFLW from pay cuts, Geelong's favourable fixture, and why Ross says 'the way you act is more important than how you look'

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: The AFL's 'ticking time bomb', coaching staff cuts, and Jack Steven

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 16:00


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss why teams in the hub may have an advantage, his time coaching Jack Steven, and how he thinks he'd go with an Amazon film crew following him around.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: ANOTHER 'misstep' for the Crows, the Eagles getting caught out, and Kochie v Malthouse

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 12:01


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss another Adelaide camp situation going ‘haywire’, whether the Eagles should be able to hold everyone else back, and the David Koch v Mick Malthouse feud.

    Max Gawn on leadership, his new iso pursuit and the brutal feedback that helped turn his career around

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 23:10


    Damian Barrett is joined by Melbourne ruckman Max Gawn to discuss how his passion for cycling has helped him through isolation, how he's handling captaincy during this difficult time, and his journey from VFL regular to AFL star.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Vic bias, the cobbler, and a shock pitch for a Tigers champ

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 26:24


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss his experiences with paranoia, insecurities and 'east coast hatred', the time he thought Fremantle was bullied, letting the cobblers do the cobbling, and more.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Club hubs, Stephen Milne, and the Dusty v Fyfe debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 27:56


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss what he would do if Nat Fyfe said 'no' to the hub, what he really thinks of Stephen Milne, and weigh in on the Dusty v Nat debate.

    Brodie Grundy on his breakout game, a condensed season and being something more than just a footballer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 21:05


    Damian Barrett is joined by Collingwood ruckman Brodie Grundy to discuss his passions off the field and why work-life balance is so important to him, the game that made him believe he belonged at AFL level, whether his contract will be affected by COVID-19, and more.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Crisis management, Lachie Hunter, and the time he had to apologise to a champ

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 27:24


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss the Lachie Hunter incident and how to manage a crisis, plus the hilarious twist in Lyon's 'pristine' Pav spray.

    Nic Naitanui on what's driving him to succeed, his relationship with Ben Cousins, and Aerobics Oz Style

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 20:55


    Damian Barrett is joined by West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui to discuss why social isolation isn't so foreign to him, what's driving him in his pursuit of Grand Final glory, his concerns for Ben Cousins, and much more.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: Saints, Pies 2010 mess unplugged

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 26:23


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss the messy details of an ugly night in 2010, plus thoughts on Mick Malthouse, and more.

    Stephen Coniglio on the surprising side of Heath, the Toby-Bont run-in and how the Giants stay connected

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 24:28


    Damian Barrett is joined by GWS captain Stephen Coniglio to discuss how he's managing the AFL shutdown period, his polarising teammate Toby Greene, which clubs came closest to luring him from the Giants, and more.

    The Coach with Ross Lyon: How St Kilda may have handed the Pies a flag, and the trade that became an 'unmitigated disaster'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 33:11


    In this audio version of AFL.com.au's video The Coach, Damian Barrett is joined by Ross Lyon to discuss why Ross is still haunted by the departure of Luke Ball, Andrew Lovett's recruitment by St Kilda, the day Ross climbed a ladder in his underwear to rescue his cat Ruby from a tree in Fremantle, and much more.

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