The Rabbit Hole

Garry and Tim go down a number of Rabbit Holes this week... For feedback and ideas, please email joel.brooks@sen.com.au Social etiquette - when people take advantage of contacts they've been given Bartering, the best price and blind faith in the services industry  What services do you need a go-to person for? Plumbing, Electrical Farming, for Peninsula Kubota - Cannons to mitigate impact of hail on crops  Shared plates - Garry doesn't like them and Tim is starting to agree The 14 year old making a century in the IPL Coaching sprays New segment - 'what would happen now...'    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry and Tim go down a number of Rabbit Holes this week... For feedback and ideas, email joel.brooks@sen.com.au Tim asks if Easter is bigger than Christmas - there's something about the Easter period...  A few farming tips... However Garry had a farming mishap last week  Garry thinks the AFL could adopt the 'black smoke / white smoke' routine used in Rome for umpiring decisions  Remembering old days at the cricket  Would you like to go on a Safari?  Scary encounters with animals  ANZAC Day - Garry is really appreciative for the role Kokoda played in helping him understand the day  Kevin Sheedy's role in ANZAC Day match between Essendon and Collingwood  Has there been a more influential person in AFL than Kevin Sheedy? Tim gave a great story about Sheedy's progressive ideas - always played pre-season around Australia to try and build Essendon's fanbase  Noah Balta sanction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry Lyon and Tim Watson go down a number of Rabbit Holes this week. For feedback and ideas, email joel.brooks@sen.com.au DISCUSSION POINTS: Why Tim loves Gather Round - everyone is there to enjoy themselves  Tim's trip to Barossa with Nicky - Tim explained all the talking points they discussed  Tim sat with Jackson Warne at a function - both Tim and Garry agree that Shane must be so proud of his son  Tim enjoyed his stay at Sky City  Adelaide - they are innovative and making moves - in comparison to SA. They are a happy state and progressive  Peter Malinauskas and his relatability and popularity Joe McGuire met with Donald Trump as part of the Ohio State University  The art of communication - it will always be really important in the real world, being able to engage and communicate with you - it leaves an impression  Advice for parents of teenagers - what are some of the key areas you'd encourage teenagers to be involved with? Working in retail, hospitality etc - you learn to talk to people  Update on Tim's Shoreham build  Farming advice - get your winter wood ready  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry and Tim go down a number of Rabbit Holes today! For feedback, questions and ideas - please email joel.brooks@sen.com.au Kissing on the cheek - how familiar do you need to be to say hello with a kiss on the cheek? Sleep hygiene  Supporter angst with the footy - supporters can be vicious  What type of a supporter are you?  Did you ever meet with another club? Tim says he never did - Garry says Cameron Schwab hit him up over a beer one day when Schwab was at Richmond  Storytelling, entertainment, accuracy - Garry says these are some of the key attributes of Huddo and Whateley on Fox  Gather Round next week  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry Lyon and Tim Watson went down plenty of rabbit holes today... For ideas, comments and feedback, email joel.brooks@sen.com.au What time does work start for the average person? Does grabbing a coffee in work time count in your hours? How often are you looking for news and ideas for the show  What makes you cry? Garry and Tim compared notes...  Daly Cherry-Evans scenario with Manly - and how it played out on live TV last night  Garry says Sam Darcy could be the first $2million man ...  Is this the greatest array of young talent ever in the AFL? - Tim  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ON TODAY'S SHOW: The astronauts returning from space after 9 months...  Ruby and Josh's wedding - Zach Bryan sang a song for them, Garry spoke about the recovery day Tracey Morgan incident at the NBA - very unwell!  5 years since COVID - we reflect on the impact of the AFL season in 2020 - and the initial games without crowds  Are Melbourne streets wide enough for some of the popular big utes? Road Rage - Garry told a story about a run in he had with Barry Mitchell on the way to a game  Tim has been watching a lot of the footy TV shows - Kane is a brilliant performance, Jonathan Brown is very watchable Tim has 'perfected' the roast chicken  For ideas, feedback and comments, email joel.brooks@sen.com.au And hear Garry and Tim each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning on SEN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jobe's wedding and the tough decision he had to make  How it all played out this week for Jobe, his friends and family members  The Footy Show - and the art of the 'warm up' entertainer If Tim was to write a book, what would he write about Health and the body - why Tim says diet and how to look after your body should be taught in schools  The benefits and importance of sleep - mental clarity  Curiosity is a great trait Why being uncomfortable is a positive thing - that was a reason for Garry doing 360 - he was comfortable in his previous role but is stepping out of comfort zone  Garry told a story from early 1990s when he organised a player feedback meeting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

360 returns next Monday - full rehearsal today for Garry  Tim's advice for coaches - tune out of all media  Garry reveals what Sam Newman listens to in his car  Do you perform differently when being interviewed, depending on who it is that interviews you? Which footy identity is one of the great conversationalists, according to Tim? Rules for conversations - stay engaged, ask questions  The Chinese War Ship situation Beard grooming  Garry gave Tim advice for his speech at Jobe's wedding  Tim spoke about the joy of being a grandparent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry and Tim return for the Rabbit Hole in 2025! And there was plenty to discuss... Progress of Tim's beach house – turned out to be a rebuild Ways to save money on a build – Garry and Tim say they wouldn't feel comfortable with posting clips on social media The world of social media and posting holidays Tim – people like positive feedback, it is a nice thing to give and receive positive feedback How many phone calls do you make? Do you speak to friends on the phone? Garry's unplanned holiday to Paris – decided just 3 days before leaving Garry didn't like Moulin Rouge – one of the worst things he's ever seen Do you leave a review – for online purchases, hotels etc. Tim's beard – Garry says it needs grooming Who is the next chief at the Herald Sun? – Tim is hearing it will be split between two people Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry & Tim chat about the festive period, and they give their thoughts on the footy news over the past few weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Media Landscape Plenty of movement! Will Garry do 360? Tim asked Garry whether he will do it Discussed work/life balance Grand Final week The functions Garry and Tim do – and the ‘dropdown menu' of stories they have in their repertoire Garry gives Tim some tips on how to improve his stories for functions Melbourne Storm into the Grand Final Garry and Tim give their thoughts on the NRL What will Tim do over the summer? Last day on Breakfast for 2024 FOOD – For Cobram Estate Olive Oil RECOMMENDATIONS – for Nelson Irrigation – ‘Love is Blind' TV show from Tim FARMING – For Peninsula Kubota  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joys of live television Garry and Tim recount times they've been caught out on air due to technical issues Grand Final week functions Advice, learnings from Garry and Tim's time doing functions The Brownlow Well done to Hamish McLachlan for his work as MC – preparation is key Grand Final Footy Food – For Cobram Estate What will Tim be cooking up at home while watching the Grand Final? Garry's advice for people going to the Grand Final – have a big breakfast Grand Final Day The experience for the players – the nervousness, excitement, anxiety Do players deal with a Grand Final loss better these days? Fagan and Longmire – what it means for both of them this week Recommendations – for Nelson Irrigation Tim has been watching Bad Monkey Farming, for Peninsula Kubota Some technical advice from Garry re: lamb prices  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MIKE SHEAHAN His fallout with Sam Newman and Don Scott Open Mike - and some of more controversial epsiodes (eg - Mark Jackson) He learnt his interviewing technique from Andrew Denton A great compliment he had recently from Nathan Buckley was that he always thought Mike was fair, even if he didn't agree with some of the articles Barry Hall story - Mike says in hindsight he got it wrong with the position he took for the Hall vs. McGuire incident Why he wouldn't like to be a journalist today His three years at the AFL His love for footy What gave him the biggest buzz during his time in footy The Kelvin Templeton / Peter Moore story was one of the biggest that he broke His take on Ginnivan and Hinkley Talking Footy memories The guests he would have liked to interview on Open Mike His Top 50 His top 5 players of all time   FARMING TIPS - For Peninsula Kubota Interview with Joe Otto from Peninsula Kubota   FOOD - For Cobram Estate Olive Oil  RECOMMENDATIONS - For Nelson Irrigation Outlast on Netflix Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hair transplants Does September evoke certain memories for you? Garry revealed he used to leave work to go watch the US Open on TV with Todd Viney Discussed Todd Viney's move to coach Mark Philippoussis Kane Cornes signs with Channel 7 How has this gone down at Channel 9? Why did Ch 7 announce it? Garry says surely nobody at Ch 9 would be genuinely upset by it Kane Cornes' move to Ch 7 has created an enormous amount of publicity Discussion on Bill Ferg and The Lobster Cave Tim has been watching Drops of God on Apple TV Do people still have a family meal for dinner each night? Garry and Tim agree it is one of life's great pleasures Recommendation of the Week - Fatboy Thai restaurant from Garry. Tim recommends Blue Lights on SBS ON DEMAND And the Holdovers - movie Do you shop around for the best price, for big ticket items? Tim got 4 quotes for a pool he is getting installed What's the best holiday you've been on? Tim - when they walked parts of the Camino Garry looking to go away with his 3 sons next year Footy finals Is this the most difficult year to pick a premier? Garry and Tim reflect on great finals memories Farming Tips - For Peninsula Kubota Virtual fencing for cattle Food discussion - for Cobram Estate Stuffed capsicums Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Whisp wonders if he needs to wax some areas of his body ahead of a proceadure tomorrow Footy trips - Garry explains the rules and structure of a footy trip from his days at Melbourne The passion fans have for their teams Played audio from a Carlton podcast, which gave us a laugh The race to the finals - never seen a year like it Sam Pang's Logies performance - Tim is in awe of his timing and delivery Farming tip for Peninsula Kubota - The Green Drought Food chat - For Cobram Estate - Tim's Steak Sandwich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's function season! Tim puts his hands up, he's available Which Tim stories should he add to his routine? Garry's advice for how Tim can re-work and improve his stories Garry has added his Saddam Hussein to his routine Tim says the comedian at functions have a tough gig Anxiety and panic attacks Have you ever had one on live TV? Tim says he didn't have a panic attack when he forgot Greg Hutchison's name.. He just forgot his name! Light & Shade in broadcasting How long can you go on air being serious, without a gag? Garry says self-awareness is important - you need to know how you sound The balance between keeping a game alive in a broadcast sense, but making sure you're not barracking Momentum in footy Have you ever seen such big swings within games? Why is it happening? Retirements Dyson Heppell announced his retirement this week Tim loves the way the AFL industry acknowledges retirements now Food discussion, for Cobram Estate Olive Oil Farming Tip, for Peninsula Kubota Importance of servicing your equipment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The King's Club facilities at Coventry St When did you stop caring what others think about how you look? Is the wallet a thing of the past? Men's health – Garry and Tim discuss recent experiences and the importance of check ups Technology Garry suggests that there should be a company that shows non-tech savvy people how to set up their phone to make their life easier Olympics It brings out the patriotic nature in us all Once every 4 years, we will sit down and watch anything! Which sport would you pick up if you put your mind to it? Gerard Whateley's performance as the chief commentator for the track events Farming and Cooking tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special episode – Johnny from Epping joins us in studio He's brought in almond cake, eggs, blood orange juice He has always called talkback radio – started calling Rex at 3AW When Johnny heard something he didn't like, he felt he needed to call into the station to fix it! When Rex finished, he switched to SEN – calling KB, Harf, Garry and Tim He was working for the council and thought he would get in trouble from the boss for calling off the work phone Spoke about his days hunting quail Growing up in Italy – started working at the age of 9 and did lots of hunting He was 9 when his mother passed away – and he stepped up into a guardian role for his siblings His youngest sibling was 6 months when his mum passed away – he used to carry his brother around the town and asked other mothers with new borns to breast feed his brother to keep him alive They had a donkey which he says they used ‘like a truck' to help transport things Lived in Switzerland for two years Came to Australia on a boat – took one month, arrived at Port Melbourne and went to live in Thomastown. Worked in a factory to make doors Why he barracks for the Roos – Tom Hafey, Ron Barassi… He watched the 1977 Grand Final and it took off from there Used to tell his boss he was sick each week and he'd go watch the Roos train… But got caught on TV one day! Doesn't like all the rule changes in the AFL Spoke about getting recognised in public because of his voice Advice for Garry – thinks the AFL is paying him under the table Advice for Tim – wearing those smart arse glasses  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Woodchopping Garry and Tim talk us through last week, when they spent two days together chopping wood Garry gives his review of Tim's work Tim says one of the great feelings in life is when you're physically exhausted from hard work – at the end of the day, shower, comfortable clothes and relax   Comfort Zone VCE students – discussion about students not doing exams due to anxiety Spoke about the benefits of getting out of comfort zone, the confidence it can provide How we raise kids and out pets – do we spoil them?   Olympics How much of it will you consume? Would the surfers feel disconnected, in Tahiti? Garry and Tim discuss their favourite sports – Tim: Team sports, Garry: Swimming The brutal nature of it – devastation, a lifetime of work can be finished from one small error Tim had stories about how hard the weightlifters train Enduring memory of the Olympic games – Tim and Garry give their nominations   Shoutout for Ray Chamberlain, Chris Donlon and Michael Saunders How Razor Ray built his profile   Farming, for Kubota Discussed termites Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coaching departures The money shot the media is after is to get a tear out of the coach Do you need to be subjected to the media conference if you're an outgoing coach? Inglorious sackings – and the audio of Damian Drum at Fremantle The West Australian's front page showed no empathy to Adam Simpson this morning Tim spoke about his departure from St Kilda – the paper ran a photo to make it look like he broke down The responsibility of a coach – Tim discussed how much falls on the coach – there are so many decisions to make every single day Picking senior coaching is a difficult task too, because you are never 100% sure until they get in the seat Re: the text message story last week – Tim had a story about Kevin Sheedy's first preseason at Essendon – if there were text messages around then, there would have been plenty sent around! Parking changes Garry frustrated by councils changing parking time limits on streets Sleeping tip Garry says that Nicky has started taping her mouth shut while she sleeps – and never slept better! Media Bias If you were at the start of your media career, would you foster more relationships with media outlets to report favourably on you? Farming – for Peninsula Kubota Cooking – for Kubota Garry has been watching Matt Moran, who has some amazing techniques with Salmon Woodchopping Garry and Tim are having a day of wood chopping next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have feedback, ideas of questions for Garry and Tim? Email joel.brooks@sen.com.au Flight advice Garry's tip for the best food to eat before a flight Tim spoke about his fear of flying and how he helps ease his anxiety How hard to pilots work when they're flying internationally – is it just autopilot for the majority of the trip? Breath work Garry spoke about a recent experience he had The art of breathing exercises and its benefits Farming, for Peninsula Kubota Tim is looking to build a veggie garden Update on Tim's health Diet and gut health discussion The age-gap relationship difference Tim put a few examples to Garry about famous relationships with reasonable difference in age What would Bill Belichick and his 23-year-old partner speak about at the dinner table? Emotional coaches Spoke about the art of vulnerability in coaching Re: Ken Hinkley emotional after the game – and how well Sarah Jones handled the interview Would you like to be coached by an emotional coach? Balance between emotion, vulnerability and being tough Engaging vs. Lecturing in a conversation Garry spoke of the importance to be interested, rather than interesting Engage with colleagues, on air partners and the audience Importance of movement Why golf is such a great game – it gets you naturally moving Food, for Cobram Estate Tim's paella  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Changes at Channel 7 Tim says it's a tough time, it's the nature of the business but he is close with Lewis Martin Tim and Lewis have been at Ch 7 for a similar amount of time – and they have a boss / friendship type relationship and Tim can't speak highly enough of him Garry discussed the importance of respecting your boss, elders, coach etc. Tough discussions and debate – need to come from the right place Discussion re: the rivalry between Ch 7 and Ch 9 – Tim even tried to not watch the footy when Ch 9 got the rights! Garry reminisced about the day he got the call that Ch 9 got the rights to the footy Spoke about the timeline of the TV rights for AFL Diamonds Re-visited the story about lab-based diamonds – and discussed an article from Scott Pape last week Should people still wear a tie? What are the occasions that people should wear ties? Is it dying a slow death? Tim's appearances on TV shows in the past Frontline The Late Show Home and Away Hey Hey It's Saturday Farming chat, for Peninsula Kubota A bit of confusion about chickens, roosters and eggs – but we got there! Food discussion, for Cobram Estate Olive Oil Tim gave some tips on a rice dish And we finished with a couple of quick ones; Where do flies go in winter? Where do snakes go in winter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ON TODAY'S SHOW Garry & Tim explore couples therapy together – for their own relationship Comparing eras of a mid-life crisis The Hall of Fame Gut Health Garry's fiancée, Nicki, is undertaking a program for gut health – Garry & Tim discuss its pros and cons Couples Therapy The importance of communication Tim plays the therapist for Garry – and the discussion is quite constructive! Tim discusses his morning routine for Garry – and the coffee he makes every morning before the show – he knows EXACTLY how Garry wants it made Mid-life crisis We compare the signs of a mid life crisis from decades ago, until now Tim asks Garry about mid-life crisis signs in the past and signs of what represents a mid life crisis now – has he done any of these? Eg – sports car, wearing wrist bands, pony tail, leather pants etc. Hall of Fame We loved Dane Swan's speech – and celebrating his indifference to the way a football would usually go about their work He clipped plenty of people, but none of it was nasty Jason Dunstall – Garry speaks about why he loves working with him so much European summer Plenty of people setting off at this time of the year FARMING – for Peninsula Kubota Planting vegetable garden FOOD – For Cobram Estate Olive Oil Garry had a Risoni last night  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS WEEK Garry and Tim discuss the importance of relationships and mentors The impact of therapy An eg shortage – how do you cook them? The Big Freeze Winter fashion And what was Garry's first job? DISCUSSION POINTS: Eggs Should we be worried? How do you cook them? Garry and Tim compared notes on their omelettes Collecting wood Tim collected wood from Garry's recently – but Garry is concerned he's taken all the best stuff! Couples therapy Tim has been watching a show and it sparked the conversation about relationships The skill of a therapist Garry spoke about the stigma of therapy – but if you change the name therapist to ‘mentor', does it change things? One of Tim's great mentors is Alec Epis He has been there for Tim since 1977 Tim spoke of their friendship The Big Freeze Tim spoke about the slide, the best performers & the day itself Christian Petracca injury Discussed how it played out on the day Winter fashion What are Garry and Tim rolling with this winter? They compare their most recent purchases Garry's first job He has some great advie Tim's off-season plans He wants to walk the Camino  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cars – how much do you know about them? Garry and Tim know the basics… tyre pressure, oil, windscreen wipers etc. The hierarchy of petrol stations in Dimboola Studies about prolonging your life / the aging process Tim found a left of centre way to measure your health from a podcast with Trevor Noah The dynamic of an on air broadcast Shaq audio – getting annoyed at Chuck for jumping around with the rundown Garry told stories of similar dynamic with Triple M days, The Footy Show Twins Brayden Maynard Garry impressed with him on Friday night Gets cleaned up by Sam Darcy – kicked the goal and didn't engage in retribution It was mature Radio Ratings Garry says he doesn't take a lot of notice of them now, but he used to sweat on them  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry and Tim spoke to Pat Rafter on their Breakfast show this morning, and there was a fair bit to dissect on the back of it! Was Tim an interview hog? Garry reveals Specky Magee story which relates to Pat Rafter Who are the great guys in medie, that are unaffected by their celebrity status? Garry discusses his mum, Bev's 80th birthday on the weekend - a big family gthering! Tim has finally finished watching Ted Lasso And we discuss councils and the state of Victoria Plus - our Food discussion, for Cobram Estate Olive Oil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garry and Tim have had a week off and they've come back with plenty to discuss! Do they feel rested? Why they love a leisurely walk How do you rely on your partner? Garry's mum, Bev, turns 80! And they have a big party this weekend The social pressure on selecting a diamond ring, Luke Parker's bump, lithium batteries and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

INTRODUCTION -           Spoke with Jason, doing work experience at SEN this week HEALTH -           On the back of our chat with David Zaharakis on the SEN Breakfast program, Garry and Tim discuss their health goals FIGHT MND -           Garry and Tim recently filmed a clip with Neale for a documentary following the upcoming Big Freeze at the G -           Discussion on how Big Freeze at the G took off and became what it is today -           Great stories about Neale Daniher and his coaching style -           Tim says Essendon made a massive mistake not appointing him as coach after Sheedy WEEK OFF -           Garry and Tim have a week off next week – they're going to split some wood together GARRY'S MUM'S 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION -           A big weekend coming up in a few weeks' time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Housekeeping last week re: Garry's wedding (and whether Tim would be the celebrant!?) Commentary Garry and Tim thought it was an odd article criticising BT and Brayshaw re: their commentary of Jake Kelly Do commentators have a bias? How do you prepare for a game as an expert commentator – Garry explained the process for his role when hosting and expert commentary Garry told a story about a time he got some very direct feedback from Kerry Packer Garry explained why he loved working with Nick Riewoldt – there was plenty of healthy debate Cobram Estate Olive Oil discussion Garry was there yesterday Spoke about the meal they had for lunch… As well as the best ice cream Garry has ever had! Paul Kent incident Garry and Tim spoke about their history with him Garry and Tim gave him the nickname ‘Punchy' a few years ago because he could throw verbal punches… The nickname turned out to be prophetic  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Haircuts -         What do you ask for? -         Do you get a beard trim? Destination Weddings -         Festival feeling, great bonhomie -         Celebrant's – Garry wants Tim to be the celebrant for his wedding with Nicki -         What makes a great wedding? Bill Belichick -         Could we bring him to Australia for a speaking tour? -         Tim would like to make it happen via Michael Lombardi What is your go-to toasted sandwich? -         Garry keeps it simple with ham, cheese, tomato and a bit of red onion Farming update -         Garry has an issue with his Gator Footy apparel -         Tim's mum kept the 1985 Premiership jumper he wore and she gave it to him for his 60th birthday -         Garry doesn't have any memorabilia on display. But he would like to put the picture of him and Ali on his walls, however Nicki won't let him Garry's winter wardrobe -         Garry reveals his winter colour and clothing  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plenty on the agenda today: Nicky Brownless joined us to discuss; Featuring in the Herald Sun this morning And the pie Nicky and Garry made for Tim Nicky gave the recipe for the gravy she used for the pie And Nicky is hosting a party this weekend – sausage rolls and Aperol's (and no high-heels) Dinner parties Garry and Tim agree they don't really like them – and they explain why INTERVIEW – Joe Otto from Kubota Farming tips for Garry and Tim Burning a fire Which wood is best to use Tim gives his thoughts re cooking on the open flame And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gather Round Tim's trip home from the Barossa Blown tyre – Tim explains why he let Bucks help change it rather than doing it himself Garry's simple fix to when he has to kill time after checking out from a hotel The saltiness from people that didn't go to Gather Round When media gather, it's an interesting environment! What are the non-negotiable skills you must learn to do by the time you're 18? Change a tyre, back a trailer, unblock a sink, replace a toilet seat, clean the gutters, fix a flywire screen, clean the fireplace, check the oil on your car Where did you learn to drive? Stories of getting your licence Driving to games Importance of sleep Tim recently heard a theory that perhaps the idea of an 8-hour sleep is overrated? And a recipe from Tim for Cobram Estate Olive Oil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Easter Lunch - Tim perfecting cooking on coals  What are the rules on bringing or buying when attending a lunch? - Garry says always offer to pay 10.50 - Garry's cancelled lunch in Adelaide, Tim's itinerary for Friday's lunch 13.20 - Reflecting on Garry's 150th and Tim's 300th games that fell on the same day 14.48 - memories of playing in Adelaide and state games against South Australia  21.30 - Garry discusses the treatment he undertook for his back, including the magnetic therapy from the magnet man Dick Wicks 27.50 - Garry discovering and watching Get Smart on TV the other day 31.40 - Rules on sharing farm equipment 38.19 - Reflecting on the Jackjumpers NBL championship win  39.20 - How good is Lachie Neale?  40.20 - Injuries and Tim's idea to see how many games are missed by the "best 23" of a team using percentage  42.09 - Getting dinner for Talking Footy and The Couch 46.15 - Garry working with Matt Hill and Jack Riewoldt and the advice he gives for new commentators Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recognition for Garry Named most popular sports breakfast presenter in Australia Tim's school reunion Stayed with his old mate, Boy Gooding He walked the old track that he used to walk to primary school Tim went through a few nostalgic stories Tim used to live next door to the local undertaker – and they were all scared of him! Garry and Tim chat about kicking the footy in the backyard growing up T Dollar and G Money make their return this week Replayed 3 songs from years gone by Build up to their return on the Breakfast show Footy Clinics Garry remembers the footy clinics he used to do with Spud Some funny Spud stories Andrew Plympton's passing Tim had a great story about the unconventional way Plympton approached Tim to coach the Saints Great response to our chat with Sharnelle Vella last week Which guests would you like to hear on the show? How can you measure competitive stamina? Garry says he'd take competitiveness nearly over any other attribute in a player  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1984 Premiership Reunion Presenting the number 32 to Ben McKay Re-capping the Grand Final, the fight in the game Dermott's role in the day An issue Tim has had to deal with since moving to Peninsula Less privacy in the backyard, which has caused some issues Jim Stynes 12 years ago today since his passing Garry told stories about Jim Stynes Re-capped a story he told at Jim's funeral INTERVIEW – SHARNELLE VELLA; Ch 7 State Political Reporter Her path to her role now Told some great stories about jobs she had while putting in the hours to chase her dream One job was to carry a journalists handbag while the journalist did interviews! Her parents still watch every night – and they time it! She gave us an exclusive – told us the story about when Mal Brown sprayed her! She was rapt to get the lead story! She was involved with the stake outs at James Hird's house – they were there so often that they knew the neighbours' movements There was a day when she got a good 3 minute chat out of Hird … One of the only times he spoke properly… And the cameraman didn't hit record! They were at Hird's house so often than a cameraman used to water his front lawn It was respectful between Hird and the reporters – Hird understood it but it was uncomfortable for everyone She has snuck victims out of courts to avoid media before We don't have an opposition government in this town! They are just not unified – that's the crux of the problem. There's one team out on the field playing the game, the opposition is still in the rooms planning Why she loves politics and reporting on it On Dan Andrews – could get up in front of crowds and present without flinching, he's an incredible political figure, he was ruthless and cut throat The way the state has been left, in some ways, is shameful Other discussion points Worst thing you can do on a footy field Protesters FOOD for Cobram Estate Olive Oil Sweet Potato chips Garry's food tip – download the YUKA app  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Routine - Garry is a routine guy, with everything he does  - Last week Garry and Tim travelled for the footy – and it made Tim anxious, totally interrupted his routine! - And Garry had a bloke playing a didgeridoo in the Uber to the GABBA!  - Garry stresses when he is not in control  Which job would you like to have? - Garry would love to mow the lawns at the tan Footy chat - Round 1 memories - 1984 Essendon premiership – Tim's memories  - Tim presenting number 32 jumper to Ben McKay this week – Garry gives him a few tips for what to say  Tim's school reunion is coming up - He will stay with his old mate, Boy Gooding  - Needs to work out a way to watch the Swans vs. Ess game that night  Incidents between teams outside of game time - On the back of the Mason Cox story this week - Tim gave his perspective of Dermott Brereton running through the huddle in 1988 Sportspeople as actors - Tim has been watching a show with Eric Cantona  - Why didn't Garry pursue acting on the back of House of Bulger?  - Garry spoke about the multiple times he has performed as Cher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel this week for opening round - Both Garry and Tim are travelling this week for Opening Round   - Garry has had an early win with economy x  - Tim has a dilemma – he is travelling with a cameraman, which creates some issues  Tim's brother's property saved by firefighters  - How mortein fly spray saved the day! Pet issues - An embarrassing situation for Tim's wife, Susie, at the café yesterday  - The situation was like a movie scene – everyone froze  - It's created a drama for Tim – “I will never walk past that café again” The footy environment / locker room etiquette - Garry fascinated by Tim entering that world as a 15-year-old  Great advertisements - WE discussed the Kia ad - Garry and Tim's involvement with Four'n Twenty  - Which players would be most marketable now? Daicos, Bailey Smith, Isaac Heeney, Toby Greene  NRL in Vegas - It's a no brainer for NRL to do what they did - So many great athletes in the States – Tim says it would be easier to turn a college American Football player to rugby than Australian Rules  - Can we do it? Garry not sure it works for us – but Ireland would be great (lack of venues an issue) Cooking, for Cobram Estate - Garry gave us his favourite salad right now  - Tim has a suggestion – follow Francis Mallman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back into the routine of footy season Tim's meeting with Ch 7 today for the season ahead Tim's advice for Garry's premiership window for On The Couch The importance of a good wardrobe person at TV Men can wear the same thing everyday on TV and no one will notice Old training and pre-seasons stories Post-career footy litigation What genius thought 100 x 100m sprints was a good idea for training!? Tim did 10 x 200m on the minute The way Garry and Tim were mentally tested at pre-season camps Tim's story on the genius of Terry Daniher, saving the team from a heap of running due to his farming skills And Garry on a trip to Gold Coast, a training camp which did more damage to his back When did sports science come in? Concussion discussion Discussion on their experiences with concussion as players What does the sports fans want to hear from TV shows, radio etc. Played audio of JJ Reddick Do fans like analysis or entertainment? How we consume and watch sport Played audio of Bill Simmons talking about Vision Pro technology How will we watch sport in future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week with Garry and Tim: Garry's New York trip: What were the highlights, has the US become more expensive?, the taxes at hotels Some restaurant tips in New York from Garry: Carbone, Manetta Tavern, St Theos, Balthazar, The Oyster bar at Grand Central Station And he went to ‘Sleep No More' – A Shakespeare experience Tim has moved to the Mornington Peninsula – near Garry! He is really enjoying living down that way – especially walking along the beach Tim would love to know how to surf Given Garry and Tim are living so close to each other, they need to lay down the rules – how often can they drop into each other's house? Moving house Garry recently shifted house – the worst job in the world Nicki is a hoarder, Garry isn't – so that was a dilemma Chat about old scrap books and footy articles Farming and animals How to welcome a dog into the household and create a bond between dog and owner The satisfaction of fixing things Growing John from Epping's tomato plants Chainsawing techniques Lisa Wilkinson's wardrobe allowance Unsure how it could be $100k! Women get a lot more feedback in terms of what they wear on TV, which is why women would have more allowance for wardrobe. But $100k seems too much Tim says there's a rotation system for ties Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear from Garry and Tim as they discuss what they've bene up to since footy season, their plans for Christmas and more. It's our Rabbit Hole Christmas Special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1.20 - Garry has PGFG… Post Grand Final Glow! 5.00 – It was a classic Grand Final… - How did Garry and Tim spend their day? - Garry discusses some of the entertaining things he noticed in the outer 11.00 – Tim doesn't like to have a big TV because he doesn't want it to dominate a room - Garry likes a big TV 15.00 – Grand Final Eve, September Club post-game – all the events around Grand Final 19.00 – INTERVIEW – Jobe Watson - Recounting the time Tim looked after his dog when Jobe went overseas… It didn't go well - Tim about to go on a holiday – Jobe gives some great stories about old family holidays 27.00 – Tim speaking about his holiday - He doesn't like flying - Garry gave him some tips 38.00 – What are you looking forward to over the summer? Garry going to WA for James Brayshaw's wedding He needs to put together the travel itinerary for Sam Newman 42.00 – Farming, for Kubota 46.00 – Cooking – for Cobram Estate  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices