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This weekly podcast brings influential journalists Sam McClure and Mitch Cleary together to chat about trading, buying and selling of AFL players. Player movement is the game within a game and such is the business of sport, and also the appetite of footy fans, Sam and Mitch will start the conversation before the ball is bounced to start the 2024 season. They will take fans up to the mid-season draft, inside the big re-signings and then to the official trade table at season’s end. But if you think deals don’t get thrashed out until October, then think again because there are names on whiteboards at AFL clubs and in the offices of player agents well before winter strikes. The boys will ensure listeners don’t miss a beat. Produced by Scott Walton Video and Audio by Producey

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    What is a club's luxury tax and why aren't AFL clubs dipping into it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 13:14


    On today's episode of Just Quickly an interesting point is raised that Mitch Cleary can't agree more with... why won't clubs dip into their luxury tax when it comes to the soft cap. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Why Cricket Australia are acting like the un-invited guest at the AFL's party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 20:08


    The AFL are working their way through the issues down in Tasmania... but its the issues being raised by Cricket Australia that needs to be put back in place, also Tradies news bingo returns with the Grand Final start time back on the menu. ____________________________________________________________________________

    How the **** does Geelong have salary cap room? And the TDK chat that could change everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 49:33


    On today's episode of Tradies, Sam opens up on the TDK secret conversation that could be Carlton's lifeline for keeping him on the list, Mitch reveals how the Cats somehow have enough money to land TWO BIG STARS, and how the Kozzie Pickett contract blew all of our minds. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Sam's A-Grade list gets an UPDATE, and which new club has entered the race for Luke Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 43:25


    On today's episode of Tradies, Sam reveals the new club in the hunt for Luke Jackson, Mitch tries to update Sam's A-Grade list, and we walk through the potential landing spots for Marcus Bontempelli should he for some crazy reason leave the Western Bulldogs. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Here is everything you need to know about Tasmania

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 20:11


    Wowie.. there has been a lot going on in Tasmania since we last talked. Let us catch you up to speed with everything you need to know about the Tassie Devils drama. ______________________________________________________________________

    What exactly is Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's value right now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 12:46


    Just Quickly... In this episode of Just Quickly we hear the questions you want to have answered, including what is Jamarra's value right now, and could he find a way to mend his relationship with the Western Bulldogs? Also, what would a club need to give up to land Rowan Marshall if the Saints are on the pursuit of Tom De Koning. ____________________________________________________________________________

    The idea that could change the bye round forever

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 12:18


    In this week's episode of Just the boys take a call from a listener who has an idea that could fix all of the bye round's problems... also one calls out Sam for his silky favourite role player. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Why are AFL executives being paid over $1,000,000

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 12:51


    The million dollar question... or questions! On today's Air-Raid, Mitch wants to understand why can the AFL executive team pay themselves so much but can't find the money to raise the soft cap for it's clubs. The for Sam he has a bone to pick with the $1m sign on bonus at Tasmania. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Are Sam Walsh and Charlie Curnow on the Blues' potential cutting block?, Are the Dons building a list to land Harley Reid?, And the Bont STILL hasn't signed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 45:23


    On this week's episode of Tradies! We dive into Carlton and their new line of communications coming out of the club that they are now too top heavy... is there now a chance they could blow the list up? What about TDK, has he made is mind up? The boys have differing opinions on this but one thing they can agree on is the importance of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's signature in all of this. In additional the boys look at the signatures of Bont and Sam Draper and answer if there is anything to worry about. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Was trading out Matt Kennedy one of the worst trades in history?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 19:04


    In this week's episode of Just Quickly... Was trading out Matt Kennedy one of the worst trades in history? and how about an auction draft (whatever this is!), we love it but what do you think? ____________________________________________________________________________

    Trying to discuss the bye rounds and emergencies before media wars took over the conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 18:04


    In this week's episode of The (Air-Raid) Siren the boys try and discuss the manipulation of emergencies as well as the bye rounds, before they threw all of that out of the window and debated Super Saturday. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Imagine being Sean Darcy hearing THIS from Luke Jackson!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 57:30


    In today's episode, we dive into the latest trade whispers, starting with Luke Jackson's post-match statement to Freo's ruck tustle, is it time to being getting nervous about Bont? And the under-the-rader uncontracted players you need to keep an eye on. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Sam has levelled up his doorstop craft on the streets of Melbourne

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 17:42


    In this week's episode of Just Quickly... Was Sam caught tailing Brendan Gale in Southern Cross Station? also how badly do injuries impact players week in, week out? ___________________________________________________________________________

    Essendon are self sabotaging themselves (again)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 21:11


    In this week's Air-Raid - Sam goes all in on Essendon as they seemingly look to repeat disappointing history, while Mitch targets the AFL and their grounds people and the dropping standard of grounds around the nation. ____________________________________________________________________________

    An important Zak Butters discussion, what is happening with Wanganeen-Milera, and Mitch makes a formal apology to Jai Newcombe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 48:49


    In today's episode, we dive into the latest trade whispers, starting with Zak Butters and the important point about his hometown, Freo keep trying to escape the Luke Jackson rumours, a Wanganeen-Milera update, and Mitch refuses to take Bont off his whiteboard. ____________________________________________________________________________

    SAM'S HOGAN ADMISSION, WORPEL BACK FLIP AND MELBOURNE'S MEDIA MISDIRECTION

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 58:25


    In today's episode, we dive into the latest trade whispers, starting with James Worpel.. will he now stay a Hawk? The Luke Jackson fire keeps getting warmer, and how Free Agency is about to be exploited. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Just Quickly... could Sam McClure be an AFL coach?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 17:12


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    Why did North Melbourne ban Kane Cornes?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 12:40


    On this week's episode of The (Air-Rad) Siren, Sam and Mitch debate Willie Rioli's Instagram message to Bulldog Bailey Dale and North Melbourne's media ban on Kane Cornes ____________________________________________________________________________

    A forgotten deal is BACK on the table!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 47:13


    In today's episode, we discuss a trade that Mitch believes is still well and truly alive, the continued discussion surround Tom De Koning and St Kilda, North Melbourne's drafting and more. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Is the league biased towards Collingwood?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 15:27


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    Putting a full stop on the Noah Balta conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 11:51


    On this week's episode of The (Air-Rad) Siren, Sam and Mitch put a full stop on the Noah Balta conversation, and discuss the reasoning behind why we should shorten AFL matches. ____________________________________________________________________________

    It's a DONE DEAL: Lock this trade away this off-season

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 46:05


    In today's episode we discuss the deal that is all locked away behind the scenes, we look at the re-signing of Chad Warner (and the commentary now that will follow him), and what exactly is Tom De Koning thinking right now? ____________________________________________________________________________

    Does the Father Son rule need to be tweaked?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 7:57


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    Who will end up the better player, Dusty or Danger... oh and can someone put some air-con into Marvel Stadium?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 10:53


    On this week's episode of The (Air-Rad) Siren, Sam and Mitch debate if Danger could ever surpass Dustin Martin while having a go at Marvel Stadium. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Will Jamarra ever play again for the Western Bulldogs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 51:36


    In today's episode we discuss the future of Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and subsequently the hidden war chest at the Western Bulldogs' disposal, who is leading the Jack Ginnivan vs Lachie Schultz race, as well as an update on where things stand in the Kozzie Pickett space. ____________________________________________________________________________

    A post Gather Round mailbag!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 15:19


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    Sam's passionate opinion on the Noah Balta situation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 20:13


    On this week's episode of The (Air-Rad) Siren we take a more serious turn, and that includes a passionate discussion around the Noah Balta situation... and if the AFL are picking and choosing when they stand up against violence in favour of their brand. ____________________________________________________________________________

    The damning deep dive into the Dees

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 54:20


    In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the Dees and what is happening at the Melbourne Football Club, we react to the LDU re-signing and is Sam Draper one to watch leave in the Free Agency market? ____________________________________________________________________________

    Just Quickly... who else actually could host Gather Round (we can't believe Tasmania want to)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 15:32


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Is a certain state flying under the radar to grab Gather Round? Also, we cannot believe Tasmania are trying to make a play for it. Plus, plenty more bold takes and burning questions from Tradies fans. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    The MRO overhaul that MUST HAPPEN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 15:07


    In today's episode, we kick things off with a big discussion around the AFL's MRO process — is it time for a major overhaul now that any concussion means an automatic three-week ban, regardless of the incident? ____________________________________________________________________________

    Could Brayden Maynard leave the Pies? and the B&F Hawk that will be squeezed out... these are the clubs chasing him

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 55:18


    In today's episode, we dive into the latest trade whispers, starting with James Worpel — could he be on the outer at the Hawks by season's end? We've got the latest on Brayden Maynard and whether a move away from the Pies is even on the cards. Plus, we unpack the reaction to Oscar Allen's meeting with Sam Mitchell and take a closer look at Christian Petracca's body language after Melbourne's latest loss. ____________________________________________________________________________

    Mitch's Moz; First the Bont, then the Tigers and Blues... what's next?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 16:50


    It's Just Quickly time! This episode, we hand the mic over to you – our listeners – as we tackle your best voice messages. Should Mitch officially introduce a ‘Mitch's Moz' segment after putting the curse on Marcus Bontempelli? Is Christian Petracca's brand becoming too big fo the Melbourne Football Club? Plus, plenty more bold takes and burning questions from Tradies fans. Got something to say? Send in your voice message and you might just feature in the next Mailbag! ____________________________________________________________________________

    The very real possibility of the AFL abandoning Tasmania

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 15:10


    ​In this episode of The Tradies, we delve into the challenges facing the AFL's 19th team, the Tasmania Devils.A recent draft assessment from the Tasmanian Planning Commission reveals that the construction of the proposed Macquarie Point Stadium in Hobart is projected to cost $992.5 million, significantly higher than initial estimates.This budget blowout raises concerns about the project's feasibility and its impact on the team's future.Join us as we discuss the implications of these developments and what they mean for the AFL's expansion into Tasmania. ____________________________________________________________________________

    A club captain has met a rival coach right after a match to discuss his future...

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 50:46


    Tradies Podcast Season 03 Episode 05 Title: A club captain has met a rival coach right after a match to discuss his future... In this episode of Tradies, we break down the controversial post-match meeting between a club captain and a rival coach. Plus, one of the league's best players is being hunted, with one club emerging as the frontrunner. And should Sydney be worried about a high-profile airport doorstep encounter? ____________________________________________________________________________

    Has Zach Merrett been left with no other choice but to weigh up his future at Essendon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 19:07


    It's AFL Trade and Free Agency mailbag time... or better known as JUST QUICKLY. We've big episode here for you today, 20 minutes of US answering YOUR questions. If you would like to get involved and send in your own message, record a voice message here: memo.fm/tradiespodcast

    Poor communication from clubs is at BOILING POINT... and something's got to give

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 15:56


    Welcome to another addition of Air-Raid for your ears. On this week's episode we bring up a talking point that in universally lamented by fans... Let us know your thoughts! Enjoy xx

    The best player in the AFL could be up for grabs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 47:45


    Hey Tradies, Its only early in the season but some BIG names have been dropped on today's whiteboard. Could the best player in the COMP be up for grabs? And could a Demon spearhead be available as well? All this an more on today's episode of Tradies brought to you by St Andrew Beach Brewery. Enjoy xx

    Who will just finish in the eight... and who will miss out? We give our predictions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 15:09


    Hey Tradies, Another Mailbag for you to listen to! If you would like to send in a voice message, simply head to memo.fm/tradiespodcast and we will take a listen. Enjoy

    This is what the AFL could learn from the Formula 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 11:55


    Hey Tradies, Another Air-Raid for you thanks to HBF health insurance - this week the boys are chatting learning points from last week's Formula 1, Melbourne GP. Enjoy!

    Two reasons WHY NOT to believe Luke Jackson... and could a STAR Saint leave?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 45:55


    Hey Tradies! Here is what you can expect from today's episode: Could Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera try to get back home to SA? The Luke Jackson words that you shouldn't trust.. don't worry we have evidence. And much more!

    A premiership teammate calls in to tell us about Mitch Cleary as a footballer...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 12:09


    Hey Tradies, Hope you're enjoying the breakaway episodes of Just Quickly. We are enjoying being able to have more questions heard from all of you! If you want to send in a voice message head to memo.fm/tradiespodcast it is literally one click, so easy. If not its in our bio on IG. Enjoy xx

    Time to discuss Round 0... keep it, or leave it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 9:43


    Tradies its Air-Raid time. You guessed it too - we are chatting about Round 0. We can all admit it was a bit of a flop this season, but is it enough to can it going forward?

    Could this club's CAPTAIN walk at seasons end?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 37:55


    Hey Tradies! Round 0 done and dusted and we are officially off and running for season 2025. In this weeks pod we discuss a potential captain moving at the end of the season as well as the interesting dilemma Melbourne faces in their trade and recruitment strategy.. oh and Nuts and Bolts makes a return.

    Just Quickly... we've launched a mailbag episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 11:59


    Just quickly... we've launched our mailbag into its own episode. You may be asking why the hell are you ripping it out of the main show, well thats because we had to be super selective of what we wanted to put on the show - now we have more time to share more of your questions with the boys. If you would ever like to send in a voice message head to this link: memo.fm/tradiespodcast

    The ENTIRE league needs to be more accountable...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 12:40


    Hey Tradies! Air-Raid is back thanks to HBF health insurance this season and the boys are fired up early. Mitch believes there needs to be more love for the reserves programs Sam thinks the league needs to be more accountable on this one thing Remember to shoot your voice messages her for Just Quickly: memo.fm/tradiespodcast

    This is EXACTLY how the MEGA BACKFLIP TRADE will be a DONE DEAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 53:10


    Tradies... we're back (again), Season 3 here we go! The boys didn't pull any punches either with news on the following players: Luke Jackson Chad Warner Jamarra Ugle-Hagan Tom De Koning Matt Rowell LDU Just an update from a show scheduling perspective as well - we are dropping three episodes WEEKLY. We thought over the season how we wanted to give the Tradies community more of a chance to have their questions answered so we are breaking Just Quickly into it's own episode. If you would like to send in a voice message send them through here: memo.fm/tradiespodcast Enjoy!

    TEAM PREVIEW #3 | Do we need to brace for the BIGGEST TRADE IN HISTORY at the end of the year?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 60:39


    TEAM PREVIEW #2 | Harley Reid now linked to SURPRISE Melbourne based club...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 63:42


    Hey Tradies, Welcome to the second TEAM PREVIEW of the season! Today we are looking at some teams that finished in the middle of the road last year... will they kick on or will they continue to stall? Make sure you are following us on Instagram and TikTok and if you want to see the VODCAST head to the Tradies YouTube account here: https://www.youtube.com/@thetradiespodcast Enjoy xx Produced by Scott Walton Edited by Ben Raimondo

    TEAM PREVIEW #1 | 'RED FLAGS EVERYWHERE' The list that will FORCE the AFL to eliminate their blockbuster fixture FOREVER

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 57:09


    Hey Tradies, Welcome to the first TEAM PREVIEW of the season. This year we are looking into your team - through the TRADIES lens - and working out where things stand for YOUR TEAM. Make sure you are following us on Instagram and TikTok and if you want to see the VODCAST head to the Tradies YouTube account here: https://www.youtube.com/@thetradiespodcast Enjoy xx Produced by Scott Walton Edited by Ben Raimondo

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