The DeeBrief

Naughtsie and Marca are joined by a debutant, Penny! A diehard Demon, with an amazing backstory when she was a kid. They don't talk much about the Brisbane clash to be honest, because of course all of the chat this week was about Luke Jackson and his potential trade back to Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As always our Casey report, Cam Burt was across the MFC listed players playing the reserves as Kynan Brown had a big day out, Ollie Sestan continues his push for senior selection and Aidan Johnson was typically combative up forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Scotty dissected the loss against Hawthorn, bemoaning our missed opportunities, but spoke about the big positive of Harvey Langford, plus plenty of the other kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Marca and Nug had a blast chatting to emerging star Xavier Lindsay, who spoke about why he's so composed, which players have helped him in the initial year of his career, plus more! Note: His internet connection dropped out right at the end of the call and unfortunately we couldn't Xavier back on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Nug and Marca had a ripping chat with young gun Xavier Lindsay, who explains why he's so cool, calm and collected on the field, while they delve into the huge challenge of Hawthorn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Caden dissect the Eagles win, lauding the second half turnaround, especially the form of Jake Melksham and Kade Chandler, while Max Gawn continues his heroics and they have a pertinent conversation about Clayton Oliver's well being. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Marca and Adzy preach no complacency against an Eagles side who are desperate for a win, while they go on a big rant about the state of the game in the wake of the Paul Curtis decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Burt gives us the lowdown on Jacob van Rooyen's strong display, Bailey Laurie's big day and a raft of others who are pushing for senior selection after Casey's whopping 118-point win against Richmond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a night where Max Gawn said to the rest of the competition, I'm not done yet. Naughtsie and Caden MacDonald dissect Melbourne's comfortable 20-point victory against Richmond, waxing lyrical about the skipper, Jake Bowey's incredible form and give Tom Sparrow a well deserved pump up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Marca and Adzy are stoked about the win against Fremantle last week, but know it'll all be for nothing if they can't get it done against Richmond in the big Anzac Eve clash, as they laud Kozzy Pickett and hope that Simon Goodwin's new game plan continues to evolve and bear fruit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Burt and Naughtsie dissect the form of the players at reserve level, with a keen eye cast across dropped duo Bayley Fritsch and Jacob van Rooyen, while Judd McVee got through well and looks set for a return. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Cados are delighted with the four quarter performance, waxing lyrical about Kozzy, the form line of Bowey, big Maxy's final term and Viney's tagging role, plus a whole lot more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Marca get dark, but also get light at times about Melbourne's current plight as they welcome Fremantle to the MCG on Saturday, amidst huge pressure on the coach Simon Goodwin to deliver and save his job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feels like Melbourne are just going through the motions and delaying the inevitable change at the helm. Naughtsie and Benny Lee have some real, harsh but honest chats about where the football club is currently at with Simon Goodwin fighting for his job after the 0-5 start to the 2025 campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Scotty were a big road trip and smahed out a poddy, discussing the club's demoralising start to the year, what needs to change moving forward while they ponder if the club could finally get their first win of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and our man all things Casey, Cam Burt, discuss what's happening with the magoos after a tough loss to Geelong. Again big Tom Fullarton put his hand up for selection, while Kynan Brown was in great tackling form as always. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Melbourne's worst start to a year since 2012 and we all know how that year ended. Naughtsie and Cados dissect the dire situation, trying to find positives among the darkness that pervades the football club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They couldn't could they? Probably not, but Naughtsie, Marca and Nuggets are hoping the Dees at least put up a spirited performance against Geelong. The return of Kozzy Pickett and Caleb Windsor, plus seeing Harvey Langford again at least gives us something to get excited about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie is joined by Cam Burt to run through Casey's two-point win against the Suns, as Daniel Turner starred with five goals, while Bailey Laurie potentially put his hand up for selection, too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie runs solo to dissect the horrible loss against the Gold Coast, bemoaning our lack of skill and inability to defend in transition, while he plays a raft of Dee-Ms sent in from the fans to try and pinpoint what's wrong and what's needed to improve our fortunes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a full house, as Naughtsie, Marca, Adzy, Nuggets and Slamma discuss the need for a response, with Fritsch's form spoken about again, while we put the heat on the senior players to step up and take down the Suns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie is joined by our roving Casey report Cam Burt to discuss their draw against North Melbourne, with Harvey Langford putting his hand up for selection, while an almost forgotten man Tom Fullerton impressed with 10 marks and two goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Benny Lee try to make sense of the debacle at Marvel, as North Melbourne torched Melbourne, with very little positives to come out of the match aside from Kade Chandler, Clayton Oliver and some younger players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Marca welcome back one of the OGs, Moorey, who pumps up the debut of Xavier Lindsay, while the boys have an in-depth Bayley Fritsch discussion and look ahead to the clash against North Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Toff dissected the Round 1 agonising three-point loss against the Giants, waxing lyrical about Christian Petracca, the debut of Xavier Lindsay and why there's so much cause for optimism moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Marca and Nuggets get amped up for the Round 1 clash against the GWS, with special focus on Max Gawn, Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca, while they ponder whether we can improve our offensive game plan and become a team who plays to win the game, rather than save it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie chats with Scotty and Benny Lee, who dissect areas for optimism for Melbourne, areas for concern, what they're expecting from Clayton Oliver, which players are on their watch list, who'll break out and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie fired up Robbo's Rundown again with the great man Russell Robertson, who was at his passionate best and bullish about the season ahead. Full interview via DeeBrief Premium

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Naughtsie and Cados give their quick thoughts about new recruits Harvey Langford and Xavier Lindsay, who were selected with picks 6 and 11 respectively in the 2024 AFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie dissects the news of Gary Pert stepping down as the CEO, the various changes happening at the footy club and the return of favourite son, Nathan Jones as an assistant coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy, Mitch and Michael dissect Melbourne's valiant effort against a high-flying Hawks side, again bemoaning our injury woes this season, while they pray for a Carlton favour to make finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa, Mitch and Jono are up and about after another terrific Melbourne display, this time taking down fifth placed Richmond, with finals still a genuine possibility after the season looked dead and buried. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Cados dissect Melbourne's trade period, while they touch on Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca remaining at the club and all important findings of the external review that will be released in the not-so distant future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa, Mitch and Jono run through Melbourne's end of season purple patch, while they go in-depth with star forward Eden Zanker who opens up about her footy journey and how the Dees have turned it around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa, Michael and Mitch get up and about after Melbourne's gutsy win against the Giants, as they look ahead to the remaining games with optimism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa, Mitch and Jono try to find shoots of positivity in an otherwise horrible day for the Dees and also throw up some fixture solutions for the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa, Michael and Mitch run through the emotional toll of being up all day against Freo, only to crumble on the siren. It was a bitter pill to swallow, but the girls must regroup for the clash against Essendon on Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy, Larissa and Michael dissect where it went horribly wrong against an impressive North, while they cling to hope the girls can turn the season around against Fremantle this coming weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy, Mitch, Larissa and Jono talk through the dirty day against the Lions, bemoaning our poor injury luck already this season, while they preview the tricky assignment of North on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy, Mitch and Larissa dissected the girls' big win against Geelong, bemoaned Tay's bad luck with injury, while they looked ahead to the Brisbane test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy, Mitch, Michael and Larissa are all behind the mic again to preview a massive season for our AFLW side, who will go for hell for leather in their quest for a 2nd flag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final episode of the season with fan-favourite Russell Robertson was a passionate one, discussing the Christian Petracca saga, why it's hurting the supporter base and his brand, plus we touch on how the club needs to galvanise and get better for a big 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, it's over... finally. Season 2024 was a bloody tough one for Melbourne supporters. Naughtsie and Benny Lee dissected it all in great detail, focusing on the pros and cons, plus what must change to get ourselves back into content next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Marca and Adzy reflect on the tough year we've all endured, they laud Vines, Nibbler's contribution and how we can bounce back in season 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie, Scotty and Benny are stoked to see quicker, slicker ball movement, who all gave Jack Viney an almighty pump up, while the elephant in the room with media scrutiny and innuendo was touched on firmly.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie is joined by Broden and Caden to dissect the troubling week, where the media decided it was time for another pile on and try to figure out where our beloved football club is at. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie is joined by fan-favourite Russell Robertson to make sense of disappointment that Melbourne fans have endured throughout 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Ryan from The Demon Army hone in on the areas of our game we have to go to work on in the off-season, while Max gets another massive pump up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie is joined by a sponsor of the show, Wes Fischer, who runs a leading digital marketing business, NTWRK. They discussed what needs to go right in 2025 and how it's important Melbourne give maximum effort against Port. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naughtsie and Cados front up to chat about the horrible loss to the Dogs, singling out some senior pros, while we ask what can be gleaned from the final three games of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.