SuperFooty Podcast

It's been a long week at the end of a long footy season but at least now, trades are starting to come through. But it was touch and go there for a few days where it felt like more column inches were dedicated to zero trades than ever before. This week Glenn McFarlane joins the show to talk through what has been achieved, what's fallen through and what might still be to come over the next 24 hours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We might just be heading into one of the most exciting AFL drafts we've seen, stacked with AFL standard talent and no clear top 10 let alone number one. On today's show, Dan Batten joins to talk through the ins and outs of this year's draft including a few of the names you'll definitely be hearing on November 20.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The balls have stopped bouncing, it's balls in the air time, footy fans' favourite time of year, free agency/trade/draft time. Josh Barnes joins the show this week to discuss the permutations around free agency in the wake of GWS Giant Harry Perryman heading to Collingwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Cripps didn't just break the previous Brownlow record, he obliterated it. And even though Nick Daicos bettered it too, he was the length of the straight behind in second.  Was Cripps really that good in 2024? And all the leadup to the AFL grand final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 To pick or not to pick, that is the Cats' big question with four premiership stars staking a claim to return for their preliminary final against Brisbane. Josh Barnes joins the show to chat about the Cats and Lions prelim and previews Friday night's Swans v Port match as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a situation that not even the most optimistic Hawks fan could have predicted in April when they started the season oh and five - Hawthorn into a semi-final and favourites to make it into a prelim. Glenn McFarlane joins the show to chat about the excitement around the brown and gold. And he also digs into what went wrong on Saturday night for the Blues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's week one of the finals and Victorian eyes will be on the MCG on Friday night for the all-Vic elimination final between the Dogs and Hawks.  And then there's the Blues - with up to 9 changes possible from their final round team, Josh Barnes will go through who could - and who should - come in to face the Lions at the Gabba on Saturday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only two cases were heard but still the tribunal sat until 12.30 on Wednesday morning and Josh Barnes was covering it until the end. It's a situation that should never happen again. And Eagles vice-captain Tom Barrass has declared he wants to be a Hawk - but what would West Coast need to get the deal done?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Barnes joins the show to talk goal kicking, specifically second half goal kicking - which teams can be relied upon, which go missing and the players who are heroes and villains of shots at goal. And we also take a look at the final round of the season and the seven games that will shape the eight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Seven weeks ago, the AFL top four was a who's who of Melbourne's blockbuster clubs. Josh Barnes joins the show to discuss how Carlton, Essendon and Collingwood were all looking at a double finals chance come September. Now? None of the three will even taste finals action. And on the flip side, the Hawks. They've certainly come a long way from an 0-5 start to the season. Glenn McFarlane charts the astronomical rise in fortunes at Glenferrie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glenn McFarlane joins the show hot off the announcement of Dustin Martin's immediate retirement. So where does Dusty rank in the greatest Tigers of all time? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know the Bombers have 20 first round picks on their list? Max Stainkamph joins the show to talk about it and the dive in red and black fortunes over the past few weeks. And this weekend sees 2024's race for 18th between North and Richmond. Who wins and who wins pick one?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Andy Bellairs chats with Josh Barnes about the Western Bulldogs - where they've come from and the potential of them creating some chaos come finals time. And which other teams are surging at the right time? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glenn McFarlane joins the show this week to talk the run home and the fading finals chances for the Pies. And Chris Cavanagh has an update on the risers and sliders in draft contention following the conclusion of the AFL Under 18 National Championships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Barnes joins the show today to discuss the final seven rounds, who wins and loses and who makes the eight - and who misses out.Also, in light of Max Gawn's injury, Josh and Andy Bellairs go through the teams still in contention and identify the player each team can least afford to lose through injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Herald Sun footy podcast, Andy Bellairs and Glenn McFarlane discuss where free agents would prefer to head - North Melbourne or St Kilda (and it's the blue and white that seems a more attractive prospect). Also, the umpires are the main point of footy conversation again so Macca delves into what impact AFL CEO Andrew Dillon's recent comments will have on the conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andy Bellairs is joined by Jon Ralph to discuss this year's AFL free agents and Ralphy gives his verdict on who should go and who should stick it out at their club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, host Andy Bellairs is joined by Glenn McFarlane to talk about the thing on everyone's lips in footy right now - contentious umpiring decisions. And are the Hawks the most exciting team in the AFL right now? Macca and Andy discuss the very real possibility of Hawthorn making the eight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Demons' doldrums continue and how do they cover the loss of Christian Petracca? Glenn McFarlane joins host Andy Bellairs to discuss just that, as well as who can win the flag as we sit at the conclusion of round 13.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the Terror at Traeger Park, host Andy Bellairs is joined by Glenn McFarlane to talk what's next for the Demons and particularly the horribly out of form Harrison Petty. And Josh Barnes is back from a break to discuss the biggest blockbuster of the round, the Blues and Bombers on King's Birthday Eve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, host Andy Bellairs and Herald Sun footy reporter Glenn McFarlane delve into the issues facing St Kilda - what's gone wrong and what they need to do to arrest the slide. Macca also discusses the walking wounded at Collingwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andy Bellairs is joined by Glenn McFarlane to discuss all the winners and losers out of the just released fixture for rounds 16-23. And Chris Cavanagh is in to chat Kevin Sheahan's top 75 Draft prospects ahead of the AFL Under 18 National Championships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andy Bellairs is joined by Glenn McFarlane to delve into the issues facing the Bulldogs and coach Luke Beveridge plus some news from the Demons featuring Steven May, Clayton Oliver and Harrison Petty. And Jon Ralph joins to talk about his investigation into Richmond's free kick numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Herald Sun footy podcast, Andy Bellairs is joined by Josh Barnes to chat about the gap between the top three - Geelong, Sydney and GWS - and the rest of the competition ahead of a tough month of footy for all three. And Jon Ralph names his top five gettable free agents for next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Herald Sun footy podcast, host Andy Bellairs is joined by Sam Landsberger to talk about the figures that put North Melbourne in the conversation for worst team ever plus the big and the small problems facing Essendon heading into Anzac Day. And Jon Ralph joins the show to talk Harley Reid and his contract as well as what might be next for Tarryn Thomas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show, host Andy Bellairs is joined by Glenn McFarlane to chat about the announcement of Collingwood premiership defender Nathan Murphy's concussion retirement and Ed Bourke has some insight into what's going on at the Dogs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andy Bellairs is joined by Sam Landsberger to talk about how six teams are already out of the running in the AFL and Josh Barnes to talk umpire decision clarity and how the Blues keep winning - when they're not playing that well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy Bellairs is joined by Ed Bourke to discuss the age-old question - is Essendon any good? And Josh Barnes wades into the tsunami that is Jack Ginnivan and head-high tackles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Barnes steps into the hosting chair this week to break down another massive seven days of footy. Jay Clark jumps on to discuss what's going on at Collingwood, while Jon Ralph runs us through free agency and the balanced life of the modern footballer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Herald Sun footy podcast, Jon Ralph talks through his query on Luke Beveridge's coaching style and why Dogs fans will be getting frustrated, and he also speculates on who could be the Tassie Devils' major player targets come their inaugural season in 2028. Also on the show, Dan Batten discusses the start of the Under 18 Coates League starting this weekend and Mr Supercoach, Al Paton chats about the hits and misses of the first week of 2024 AFL Supercoach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As footy enters round one (not to be confused with Opening Round) plenty has already been said about the prospects of certain teams - and none more than Essendon. Josh Barnes spent some time at Bomberland this week and joined Andy Bellairs to chat about it. Also on the show, Chris Cavanagh is already getting into the swing of Under 18 and draft prospects.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The footy is back and that means the Herald Sun footy podcast is back for 2024. Host Andy Bellairs is joined this week by Chris Cavanagh to chat about his list of the best 24 AFL players under the age of 24, and Scott Gullan - Mr Media Street himself joins the show to talk about the comprehensive commentators list for this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Will Hogan takes a look at the selection dilemmas, tips and big calls ahead of Saturday's grand final with Glenn McFarlane, the latest Bombers trade news with Jay Clark and takes a special Brownlow walk down media street with Scott Gullan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Straight set exits, orange tsunamis, the swashbuckling Blues roll on, the selection crunch is on ahead of the prelims, and finally a week without the tribunal.On today's show, host Will Hogan chats with Jon Ralph about why key position players will shape the trade and free agency period. He also takes a walk down media street with Scott Gullan and remembers the great Ronald Dale Barassi with Glenn McFarlane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan is joined by Glenn McFarlane and Chris Cavanagh to chat the biggest talking points of the week, plus the latest in the world of trade and draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a big week in footy -  we've had AFLW where the Dees women are the ones to beat again, Grundy jibes from the Pies, Daicos ruled out then not, then ruled out again, the All Australian furore, Darcy Parish's signature and Tarryn Thomas staying at the Roos.  Ahead of week 1 of the AFL finals, host Will Hogan gets the latest finals news from Lauren Wood and they chat about the improved standards in the AFLW. And Jon Ralph has some juicy trade news to share.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The finals are set, but are the Dees the team to beat, why isn't anyone rating St Kilda, and can anyone stop Carlton? Will Hogan is joined by Sam Landsberger on the biggest issues, selection dilemmas and who is primed for finals, Lauren Wood's ultimate AFLW guide and Jay Clark takes us inside a tough road ahead at Essendon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan is joined by Glenn McFarlane to talk predicted ladders, Jon Ralph on the Tigers' list holes and Jay Clark talks the 'non-succession-plan' at Port Adelaide with the 2-year extension of Ken Hinkley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another bumper week of footy means plenty to break down on the Herald Sun Footy Podcast. Will Hogan chats to Jon Ralph about the latest trade news, discusses all things Carlton with Glenn McFarlane and takes a walk down media street with Scott Gullan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jam packed show with host Will Hogan joined by Jon Ralph to chat about Andrew Dillon's impending arrival to the top job at the AFL, the latest trade news with Glenn McFarlane and the biggest media street story of the year with Scott Gullan. And a chat with chief football writer Mark Robinson about Buddy Franklin's footy future beyond 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan chats with Lauren Wood about the AFL finally releasing an AFLW fixture, Chris Cavanagh about the Top 30 Draft power list and Jon Ralph about why a finals wildcard is a no-brainer for the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big day in footy when a coach is sacked and Will Hogan is joined by Jon Ralph to get the latest - the downfall of Stuart Dew and what's next for the Gold Coast Suns. They discuss Damien Hardwick and how likely it is that he'll feel the Gold Coast sun warming his back in 2024. Also joining Will - Lauren Wood on the latest out of the stalemate between AFLW players and the league over fixturing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan is joined this week by Jon Ralph to discuss the conundrum facing the Gold Coast Suns - stick with Stuart Dew or jump to three time Tigers premiership coach Damien Hardwick. Ralphy also discusses the need for change to the 'match day experience' to keep kids entertained, and Mr Media Street Scott Gullan came on to chat the heat surrounding a new Channel 7 footy show helmed by Nick Riewoldt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's all been about the AFL Rich 100 this week and host Will Hogan is joined by Jay Clark to take us inside how it came about. Also on the show, Sam Landsberger on the salaries paid to footy's off field workers and Josh Barnes makes his debut to talk about coaching contracts and where Damian Hardwick may be next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan is joined by Jay Clark who found out after his Essendon logo story that Bombers supporters are very protective of their planes...! Also on the show, Jon Ralph joins Will to talk coaches - particularly where Ken Hinkley and Damien Hardwick will be in 2024, and Sam Landsberger speculated on which teams play the 'Bazball' of the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Will Hogan is joined by Sam Landsberger to delve deep into the dangerous tackle suspension explosion and what that might mean on Brownlow night and Jon Ralph discusses all things trade including what the Swans might be up to this off-season and why it might make a few key prospects very rich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super host Will Hogan is once again joined by the big names to dissect another week in the world of AFL. Sam Landsberger chats all things Carlton, Jay Clark dishes out the latest trade buzz and Chris Cavanagh takes a look at the upcoming mid-season draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan sits down with Jon Ralph and Scott Gullan to discuss Damien Hardwick's bombshell resignation and what it means for his coaching future and the Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hogan is once again joined by a raft of big names to talk all things footy. Jon Ralph dives into the trade landscape, Kevin Sheehan jumps on the phone to chat draft prospects and Scott Gullan takes us for another stroll down Media Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Will Hogan is joined by Jon Ralph to chat booing, CTE and trade whispers, meanwhile Scott Gullan pops in for the latest media street update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a monster week in the footy world and Jon Ralph, Jay Clark and Chris Cavanagh are here to take you through everything including the AFL's CEO announcement, trade whispers, and Harley Reid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.