Podcast appearances and mentions of Billy Swan

Label: Coral 62558Year: 1969Condition: MPrice: $60.00This is a beautiful Mint copy of a single released in 1969 to commemorate Buddy Holly's untimely 1959 death, along with its striking picture sleeve. I had first heard this lovely version many years ago on a U.K.-released double album set Buddy Holly: Legend. The liner notes to that album describe the track as follows: "Love Is Strange" was one of Buddy's favorite songs. The version he recorded was around a minute long and the track included here has been "stretched" by splicing and re-recording the original tape. Norman Petty's later treatment of the recording, adding organ sounds to create the impression of strings, probably comes fairly close to Buddy's own ideas for the song. As for the B side, this rarity was cowritten with Waylon Jennings and not released until well after Holly's death. Among other places, it appeared on the B side of U.K. single in 1964. Upon hearing it, I knew I'd heard it before and after wracking my brain for awhile, I remembered that it was a version by the neo-Rockabilly singer/songwriter Billy Swan released in 1976 that was in my head. Other than that, I haven't heard any other versions, though it's indubitably hit material! Note: The 45 itself has Mint labels. The vinyl looks untouched, and the audio sounds pristine. The great picture sleeve is nearly flawless!

 Father Billy reflects on the previous Sunday's Gospel where Jesus appears again to his apostles and asks Peter three times if he loves him and then tasks him with feeding and looking after His sheep.  He then reflects on the Netflix drama ‘Adolescence' which is about a 13 year old boy who turns into a […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the God of second chances – Netflix drama ‘Adolescence' proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy reflects on the gift of Divine Mercy and how Jesus invited his apostles to touch his wounds.  He then goes on to talk about the great Doctor of the Church, St. Catherine of Sienna.  L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Mystery and Celebration of Easter – St. Catherine of Sienna proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr. Billy Swan discusses the opening of a book of condolence for Pope Francis—a gesture of solidarity, reflection, and prayer. He shares the significance of this act for the local community and the wider Church, offering thoughts on the Pope's impact and the importance of coming together in moments of global concern.

 Father Billy shares some of his Easter homily and tells how after the Resurrection the world would never be the same again.  He then goes on to reflect on quotes from Pope Francis and his legacy. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Resurrection of the Lord – some thoughts on Pope Francis proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy speaks about Palm Sunday's Gospel which is the Passion account from St. Luke.  He then talks about the preparations for the synodal conference next year. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the great mystery of Jesus death and resurrection proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy speaks about the previous Sunday's Gospel on the woman caught committing adultery.  God loves us as we are but so much that He will not leave us where we are.  Then he talks about vocations.   L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Vocations proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy speaks about the previous Sunday's reading on the prodigal son.  Then he shares a reflection on St. John Paul II, who died twenty years ago.   L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Come home for Easter because God's joy awaits you proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy speaks about the previous Sunday's reading on the urgency of repentance and of the patience of God.  The Lord hears the cry of the poor.  God made us to be in right relationship with God and with one another. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Lord hear the cry of the poor – our engaging God proviene da Radio Maria.

In this episode of ‘The Lenten Journey' Fr. Billy Swan looks at a few themes and the close proximity of Cross and Resurrection.    L'articolo E4 | The Lenten Journey – Fr. Billy Swan proviene da Radio Maria.

 Father Billy speaks about the previous Sunday's reading on the Transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor.  He then talks about the second pillar of Lent which is prayer and highlights that Jesus was transfigured when He was in prayer.  He then continues on the theme of Spiritual Warfare. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Second Pillar of Lent: Prayer – Pray better and not more proviene da Radio Maria.

12th March 2025 – Father Billy discusses the following topics: Universal Message of Faith – Father Billy reflects on how the gospel message reaches people from all walks of life and prays for its impact on listeners. The Jubilee of 2025 – Discussion of the significance of the Jubilee year, highlighting themes of amnesty, new […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Necessity of Fasting proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr. Billy talks about Sunday which was the world day of temperance and how important it is in our lives.  He also speaks about evangelisation and speaks about four component parts of evangelisation: personal, interpersonal, liturgical and cultural. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Temperance – the basics of Evangelisation proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr. Billy talks about the Sunday Mass readings which highlight the need for unconditional love and goes on to reflect on the symbol of light. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the art of loving unconditionally – the symbol of light proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr. Billy talks about the Sunday Mass readings and reminds us how important it is to be rooted in God and then goes on to talk about the Primacy of Peter. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Beatitudes – the Primacy of Peter proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr. Billy talks about the Sunday Mass readings and then goes on to continue his reflections on the Holocaust and mans inhumanity to man. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – conclusion of the Holocaust reflections proviene da Radio Maria.

5th February, 2025 – Fr. Billy talks about the readings for the feast of the Presentation of the Lord and then goes on to talk about Holocaust Memorial Day.  It is necessary to look at the reasons why human nature gets corrupted if we are to avoid them reoccurring.  Once God is eliminated; all is […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Candlemas Day and Holocaust Memorial Day proviene da Radio Maria.

29th January, 2025 – Fr. Billy talks about the readings for the Word of God Sunday (third Sunday in Ordinary time). The Jewish people who had returned from Exile to Jerusalem after a 70 year absence; they wept for joy listening to the word of God. In the Gospel Jesus proclaimed the Good News to […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the power of Gods Word and Warming Hearts proviene da Radio Maria.

15th January, 2025 – Fr. Billy talks about the gift of baptism; we are claimed for Christ.  Fr. also talks about the crisis of vocations in the Irish church.  L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the gift of baptism and the crisis of vocations proviene da Radio Maria.

1st January, 2025 – Fr. Billy talks about the Jubilee year beginning.  He speaks about the feast of the Holy Family.  The Holy Family is the model and ideal of the family.  He speaks also about the gift of friendship and tells of that of St. Basil and St. Gregory. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the feast of the Holy Family – the gift of friendship proviene da Radio Maria.

25th December, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about the great feast of Christmas and treats us to a poem he wrote about Christmas many years ago. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – A special Christmas Poem and much more … proviene da Radio Maria.

18th December, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about Joy and distinguishes it from happiness.  What we long for is Joy rather than happiness and yet we seek the God of Joy more than the gifts of God.  Fr. Billy also looks into the decisions of St. Joseph and how he acted as a person of […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Joy as distinct from happiness proviene da Radio Maria.

11th December, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about Advent and the penitential aspect of the season and also discusses the historical aspect of Jesus' life.  God bridges the gap between Him and humanity in the Christ Child. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Advent; the Penitential and Historical Aspects proviene da Radio Maria.

4th December, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks again about Advent. God sent his Son in human nature that we might become Divine.  We are co-heirs with Him.  We are a people of waiting; active waiting. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Advent and the real meaning of Christmas proviene da Radio Maria.

27th November, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about Truth and having the courage to live by the truth.  Jesus said ‘I am the way, the Truth and the life'. ‘What happens when truth counts for nothing?' asks Pope Benedict VI. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Truth proviene da Radio Maria.

20th November, 2024 – Fr. Billy reflects on the previous Sunday's gospel and looks at the life of St. Columbanus. L'articolo E364 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr. Billy Swan – The gift of our Faith proviene da Radio Maria.

13th November, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about the previous Sunday's gospel about the widow's mite and how Jesus praises her generosity.  We are called to be in communion just as the Trinity is in communion.  It is in this togetherness with God and each other that we find our true joy. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Generosity proviene da Radio Maria.

6th November, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel on the man asking Jesus which is the greatest of all the commandments and he responds with Love of God and then Love of neighbour.  We are called to be saints and all it entails is to desire it. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Love of God and neighbour. proviene da Radio Maria.

30th October, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel on the healing of the blind man Bartimaeus. He also looks at Halloween and the pagan festivals surrounding it. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Healing of Bartimaeus and Halloween and the rising of the accult. proviene da Radio Maria.

23rd October, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel on James and John looking for the places on Jesus' right and left in the Kingdom.  He also answers a listener's question on doing God's Will and speaks of the great Pope St. John Paul II. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – looking for places of honour and St. John Paul II. proviene da Radio Maria.

16th October, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel on the Rich Young man who is attached to his riches and continues his reflections on violence against women. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – the Rich Young man and concludes reflections on violence against women. proviene da Radio Maria.

9th October, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel on the ideal of marriage and family and speaks on violence in society against women. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – marriage and family and violence against women. proviene da Radio Maria.

2nd October, 2024 – Fr. Billy talks about last Sunday's gospel, the feast of the Guardian Angels and St. Therese of Lisieux and more.. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Guardian Angels and Sunday Gospel and much more … proviene da Radio Maria.

25th September, 2024 – In this episode of The Radio Maria Breakfast Show, host Fr. Billy Swan shares a heartfelt message about courage derived from faith. Broadcasting live from a retreat center, he reflects on the readings from the previous Sunday, emphasizing the themes of unity, humility, and the challenges faced by believers. He draws […] The post E359 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Courage in Faith: Reflections from The Breakfast Show appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

18th September, 2024 – In this episode of The Radio Maria Breakfast Show, Father Billy Swan reflects on the profound messages in last Sunday's Gospel, where Jesus challenges Peter to embrace the cross. He contrasts the radical call to self-sacrifice inherent in the Christian faith with the superficial promises of modern advertising. Drawing on the […] The post E357 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Call to Humble Love: Embracing Our Crosses appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

4th September, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. Join Father Billy Swan every Wednesday morning on The Breakfast Show, a warm and engaging journey into faith, spirituality, and the complexities of modern life. With insightful reflections on gospel readings, thought-provoking discussions on current […] The post E353 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Breakfast Show: Faith, Reflections, and Conversations appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

Label: Mercury 71941Year: 1962Condition: M-Price: $50.00This relentlessly catchy dancer, penned by none other than Billy Swan, always manages to cheer me up... Enjoy! This copy comes in the release's original picture sleeve. The B side appears to be a non-album recording. Note: This beautiful copy looks very close to Mint (Labels, Vinyl). The audio sounds pristine Mint, and the picture sleeve is nearly flawless!

28th August, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. Join Fr Billy Swan every Wednesday morning at 8:30 AM on The Radio Maria Breakfast Show for uplifting discussions on faith, life, and spirituality. Delve into thought-provoking topics rooted in the Word of God, from […] The post E351 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Conversations on Faith, Eucharist, and Life appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

21st August, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. In this episode of The Radio Maria Breakfast Show, Father Billy Swan reflects on the significance of spiritual nourishment in our lives, emphasizing the rich teachings of the Eucharist and the importance of choosing healthy […] The post E349 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Nourishing Our Souls: The Importance of Spiritual Food appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

This week Listening Lyrics shares the music from his Shazam list. This includes music that I have never heard before, music I had forgotten or songs I just love. Including Rita Hosking, The Pogues, Patti Smith, The J.B.'s, Billy Swan, Smog, Nat Lefkoff, Mohama Saz, The Gold Souls, Tracy Bonham.

This week Listening Lyrics shares music from host Pieter Pastoor's Shazam list with music he has never heard before, music he had forgotten, or songs he just loves. The musicians include Rita Hosking, The Pogues, Patti Smith, The J.B.'s, Billy Swan, Smog, Nat Lefkoff, Mohama Saz, The Gold Souls, and Tracy Bonham.

14th August, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. In this episode of The Radio Maria Breakfast Show, Father Billy Swan reflects on the recent success of the Fleadh Cheoil 2024 in Wexford and the deeper spiritual significance of music in our lives. He […] The post E347 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Eucharist, Faith, and Evolution: A Journey of Understanding appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

7th August, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. Join Father Billy Swan on The Radio Maria Breakfast Show as he broadcasts live from Wexford, amidst the vibrant festivities of the Fleadh Cheoil 2024. This episode delves into the beautiful intersections of faith and […] The post E345 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Beauty of Faith and Music appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

31st July, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. This show seeks to engage listeners with lively discussions on the Sundays readings and how all the baptised are called to evangelise the culture in which we live. The content is prayerful, reflective and yet […] The post E344 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – In the Footsteps of St. Ignatius: Fr. Billy Reflects on Jesuit History and Spiritual Legacy appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

30th July, 2024 – Today, Deacon Don is joined by a familiar voice, Fr. Billy Swan, to discuss his latest book, Magna Anima. In this engaging conversation, Fr. Billy Swan shares insights into the themes and inspirations behind his new work. The post E1059 | Chatechesis – Deacon Don – Exploring ‘Magna Anima': A Conversation with Fr. Billy Swan appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

24th July, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. This show seeks to engage listeners with lively discussions on the Sundays readings and how all the baptised are called to evangelise the culture in which we live. The content is prayerful, reflective and yet […] The post E340 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Shepherding and Spiritual Fulfillment: Reflecting on the Church's Teachings appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

10th July, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. This show seeks to engage listeners with lively discussions on the Sundays readings and how all the baptised are called to evangelise the culture in which we live. The content is prayerful, reflective and yet […] The post E337 | Breakfast Show- Fr Billy Swan – Reflections from Assisi: The Legacy of Blessed Carlo Acutis appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

10th July, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. Broadcasting again from Assisi, surrounded by the relics of St. Francis, St. Clare and Blessed Carlo, Father Billy reflects on the Second Reading from Sunday, the great teaching of St. Paul on the thorn in […] The post E338 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – The Thorns Which Save appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

3rd July, 2024 – Join us every Wednesday morning at 8.30am for the Breakfast Show hosted by Fr Billy Swan. This show seeks to engage listeners with lively discussions on the Sundays readings and how all the baptised are called to evangelise the culture in which we live. The content is prayerful, reflective and yet […] The post E336 | RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Reflections on Assisi and St. Francis appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

Dane Swan (born 25 February 1984) is a former elite professional Australian rules footballer who played for the Collingwood Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL) Swan was drafted with pick 58 in the 2—1 AFL draft, and made his debut in Round 13, 2003 against the Western Bulldogs. Known as a prolific ball-winner, Swan averaged almost 27 disposals per game over his career. Swan was a premiership player, a Brownlow Medalist, a three-time Copeland Trophy recipient, a Leigh Matthews Trophy recipient, and a five-time All-Australian. Swan was notably runner-up in the 2017 reality TV show I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! on Network Ten. Early life Swan was born in Melbourne to Billy and Deidre Swan. He is a direct descendant of Thomas Flanagan, an Irish convict transported to Australia in 1849. His father Billy Swan was a highly decorated footballer in the VFA, winning the J. J. Liston Trophy twice and playing a competition record 302 games with Port Melbourne and Williamstown from 1976 to 1993. He grew up playing junior football for the West Meadows Football Club in the Essendon District Football League and attended St. Bernard's College in Essendon before playing his under-18 football with the Calder Cannons in the TAC Cup. Swan's performances at the Calder Cannons were ordinary and he was perceived by some recruiters to be a larrikin with questionable kicking accuracy and work ethic, however, Collingwood showed an interest in him as a potential late maturer in the mould of his father. Career Swan was recruited by the Collingwood Football Club with pick 58 in the 2001 AFL draft. He made his debut in June 2003 at the age of 19, though he only played three games (against the Western Bulldogs, Richmond and Essendon). Swan managed just 30 games in his first four seasons in the system at Collingwood, and although he played some solid football in that time, he was not regarded as outstanding. He played much of this time with Williamstown, which was then Collingwood's VFL affiliate, and he was a member of its 2003 premiership team. In 2006, he broke through, playing 21 games and finished sixth in the Copeland Trophy voting. Swan mainly rotated through the midfield and moved forward when required. His first nine weeks were productive, averaging nearly 26 disposals and kicked 15 goals, before a hamstring injury suffered against Brisbane Lions in round ten sidelined him until round thirteen. 2007 was considered his breakout season as he placed fourth in the Copeland Trophy and was a surprise packet at the Brownlow, leading for most of the night before finishing sixth with 20 votes. 2008 The 2008 Copeland Trophy winner had a strong year averaging twenty-five disposals, seven marks, three tackles and one goal a game. Swan led the team in total disposals (590) and kicks (368), second in marks (163), and third in handballs (222) and tackles (75). He had 14 games of 25 possessions or more and kicked two or more goals on six occasions. Round 10 against West Coast was one of Swan's best, collecting 34 possessions, 10 marks and two goals. In round 14 against Sydney, he had 30 touches and 13 marks. 2009 In the 2009 season, Swan averaged 31.8 disposals, 7.8 marks, 3.0 tackles and 5.4 inside-50s per game. He was one of the AFL's most prolific ball winners, along with being an in-and-under specialist winning the contested ball at most stoppages whilst also running hard. In Collingwood's 2009 round 10 clash against Port Adelaide, Swan obtained 48 possessions, 22 kicks and 26 handballs. This was the best disposal count in a decade and was then the third highest-recorded disposals count in one match, behind Greg Williams' 53 and Tony Shaw's 50. It was a record since the length of game quarters was shortened from 25 minutes to 20 minutes in 1994, until surpassed in round 22, 2011 by Adelaide's Scott Thompson (51 disposals). He was ranked third for total inside-50s, fourth in total goal assists, first in total kicks, fourteenth in total handballs, first in total disposals, tenth in total marks, fifth in inside-50s per game, thirteenth in goal assists per game, second in kicks per game, second in disposals per game. He was voted runner-up at the AFLPA MVP awards (polling 584 votes), finishing behind Gary Ablett (688). He was regarded as one of the front-runners for the Brownlow Medal but finished outside the top ten. Swan was selected in the 2009 All-Australia team, but controversially as a half forward flanker, rather than as a midfielder, which is his usual position. 2010 Swan averaged 31.8 disposals, including 19 kicks per game, totalling a then AFL record 820 disposals for the season. On 6 September, Swan won the AFL Players Association MVP Award (Leigh Matthews Trophy) after a vote by the players. That year he was also elected as the ruck-rover for the All-Australian team. His consistent season was a cornerstone to Collingwood's fifteenth premiership, to the point of having his tattoos referenced on the Herald Sun premiership poster. Swan finished third in the Brownlow Medal count, having started favourite. On 31 October in the International Rules Series he won the Jim Stynes Medal. At the conclusion of the season, Swan became only the fourth-ever Collingwood player to win three consecutive Copeland Trophies. 2011 With Swan's contract at Collingwood due to expire at the end of 2011, there was much pre-season media speculation over a possible move to new AFL club Greater Western Sydney.  This was put to rest during the lead-up week to the season's commencement when Collingwood announced that Swan had signed a new three-year deal, committing him to the club until the end of 2014. Swan started 2011 in the same good form as 2010. He attained 40 disposals in round 2 against North Melbourne but sustained a quad injury close to the midway point of the season and his form deteriorated. Collingwood decided to send Swan, with teammates Brent Macaffer, Darren Jolly and Nathan Brown, to a high-altitude training camp in Arizona in an attempt to help the players recover faster from their individual injuries. The trip proved effective for Swan, with an immediate effect on his playing performances. In the next six games after his return, he had an average of 35.3 disposals per game with a strong effort against Essendon with 45 possessions and a goal. He later won the 2011 Brownlow Medal with 34 votes—setting a new record for the most votes polled in a count under the 3–2–1 system, which was later surpassed by Patrick Dangerfield in 2016. 2012 Swan received some criticism early on in the 2012 season and was accused of being unfit and "too fat". In the annual Anzac Day clash, Swan won his first Anzac Day medal as best on ground after a one-point win over Essendon, with forty-two possessions, three goals and six tackles during the game Swan missed two games midway through the season due to a hamstring injury, then returned for the Queen's Birthday clash in Round 11 against Melbourne, where he finished with a game high 42 possessions. Strong performances over the following two months saw Swan rise in the Brownlow Medal betting, to become one of the favourites behind Jobe Watson, Scott Thompson and Gary Ablett. Swan was later found to have broken a pledge made by the playing group to abstain from drinking alcohol for the remainder of the season. He was suspended for two games as a result. Swan had over 40 disposals in six different games, reaching a new career high of 49 against Hawthorn in the round 17 loss, he also didn't have below 25 disposals. Swan over the home and away season averaged 35.7 disposals (career high and AFL record since stats were recorded) and 1.2 goals a game. Despite missing four home and away games Swan still finished fourth in the Brownlow Medal count and averaged more votes per game than anyone else in the top ten.  He was named on the bench in the All-Australian team, his fourth selection in his career. 2013 Swan started the season averaging 30 possessions in the first three matches. In round 4, Swan played his 200th AFL game against an unbeaten Richmond, producing an almost best on ground performance (thirty-five disposals, six marks and one goal) and was only bettered by teammate Travis Cloke, who kicked a career best seven goals. At the end of the year Swan averaged 31.2 disposals, 5.7 marks, 3.4 tackles, and 5.2 inside-50s per game. He finished first in overall disposals, and equal seventh in total inside-50s. Swan was selected as the ruck-rover in the 2013 All-Australian team, the fifth consecutive year he was included. Swan finished third in the Brownlow Medal with 26 votes, losing by two to the winner Gary Ablett, and one to second-placed Joel Selwood. 2014 After wrist surgery in the off season, Swan started the season slowly, with an average of 22 disposals in the first three rounds, including just sixteen disposals in round 2. It didn't take long for him to find his form though, including thirty-five disposals and eleven marks against North Melbourne, and twenty-six disposals and four goals against Essendon to earn him his second ANZAC medal. 2015 After 2014, a year that Swan described as putrid. He returned to career-best form in 2015, averaging twenty-nine disposals and one goal per game, as well as reaching the 250-game milestone. Swan notched 30 disposals in 11 games during 2015 and played every game in 2015 apart from Collingwood's round 23 clash against Essendon due to a knee injury he sustained the week before. Although Collingwood missed the finals, Swan arguably proved to critics that at the age of 31 he is still able to play high-quality football at an elite level. 2016 In the round one clash against Sydney, Swan was badly injured after landing awkwardly on his foot, breaking three bones, including a Lisfranc. The injury ruled him out of the rest of the season, and in August he announced his immediate retirement from the AFL. Statistics A prolific ball-winner, particularly in the latter part of his career, Swan lead the AFL in total disposals on four occasions and total kicks on five occasions. Swan accumulated an average of 26.85 disposals per game during his AFL career, which at the time of his retirement was the second-highest average of all time behind only Greg Williams (26.88 per game).