Podcasts about Collingwood

How much are the Demons willing to pay for Clayton Oliver to play for a rival club for the next five years? Andrew Wu and Jake Niall discuss the intricacies of the star onballer's falling out with his club and why the Giants are leading Collingwood in the haggling for his services. Plus all the action and inaction of day three of the AFL trade period, including the developments on talks about the futures of Charlie Curnow, Christian Petracca and Zach Merrett.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Laura Spurway bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Clayton Oliver has been captured touring Giants HQ which has sent Collingwood into an "emergency dash" of sorts to make a pitch to the Demons midfielder. Zach Merrett has fractured relationships at the Bombers despite what the public narrative is becoming while a former Bomber takes aim at his old club. Sydney needs a rockstar and they're hellbent on securing Charlie Curnow but at a price that won't compromise their list. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JB is on holidays and Billy is flying back from Singapore so Daisy Thomas and Kate McCarthy are easing into the host's chairs - and we kick it off with K-Mac's All Sports Report, feeling on top of the world after her Broncos won the NRL Grand Final. Mitch Cleary calls in with a wrap on day 1 of the AFL Trade Period - including Merrett, Curnow, Petracca, Oliver, and many more big names. We've got a special guest for Monday Brag Artist - Western Suburbs cricketer Harjas Singh who tonked 314* off 141 deliveries on the weekend. K-Mac takes over the 5 at 5:05 with a look at Daisy's 2025 highlights, Daisy takes us inside Collingwood's Best and Fairest night, we pay tribute the AFL's centre bounce with a heart-wrenching montage, and K-Mac reels off the best finals performances of all time. Finally, we hear a classic joke from Billy about a crumbed chicken doing drive-by shootings that he absolutely butchered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Saints are set to be the biggest players in this years trade period, and with all the names that have been linked to the club, there might be another one or two to find their way to Moorabbin. Bailey Humphrey has been papped with Melbourne coach Steven King, Clayton Oliver on a boat in the Sydney Harbour. Brodie Mihocek has opted to make the move from Collingwood to Melbourne to continue his career. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Business Series, Max chats with Kai Bloomfield, founder of Trainstop, the modern way of recruiting athletes. Kai shares how his entrepreneurial mindset led to the creation of Trainstop, the process of turning an idea into a live app, and how they're engaging younger athletes through camps and off-season training. From starting out as an intern at Collingwood in 2018 to launching a platform that's reshaping athlete recruitment, Kai takes us inside the rapid journey from concept to launch - and where Trainstop is heading next. All this and much more in this episode of the Business Series! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/

 Parting ways with our popular purple people is particularly painful this year. 674 games of experience and 3 meaningful contributors. Time to Restump Podcast all the Docker developments.Any of us may momentarily win an aging process battle, but none of us win the war. While Jimmy Aish would have it in him to go around again, Nat Fyfe and Sonny Walters were formidable in their individual efforts to prolong the inevitable. But it does little to ease the pain of having to say goodbye. However, the cycle of purple life continues and the Freo show must go on. They're certainly not the first three we've had to watch disappear into the horizon and they won't be the last. This fast paced, often ruthless industry doesn't allow for long periods of mourning or reflection. The season's dust is barely settled, the send offs seemed shortened and we suddenly find ourselves in Brownlow medal, draft and trade talk territory. Almost in an instant the conversation switches from ‘who we're losing' to ‘who will take their place.' On some level it feels a little disrespectful, like we've moved on too soon. But such is the nature of the AFL beast.Were Andy Brayshaw and Caleb Serong's dominance of Fremantle's Brownlow votes a true reflection of our group's individual contributions, or was it simply a product of the ‘midfielders' award? Both had very good seasons, but you're trying to tell me the All-Australian jacket wearing Jordan Clark had just a 2-game polling, 4 vote total season? Really? In terms of personnel going forward, what do we need to compliment the list to take another step forward in 2026?With Will Brody and Liam Reidy requesting trades, Quinton Narkle joining the retirees and the unlucky Jack Delean and Odin Jones suffering delisting, it has opened up a substantial 8 list spots so far.The grapevine chatter regarding the possible departure of Sean Darcy just won't quieten down. Is it a case of where there's smoke there's fire or is it all smoke and fiery mirrors? What do the rumours do to Liam Reidy's thought process?33-year-old Collingwood forward Jamie Elliott's name keeps popping up in purple provinces. And while we're on the Collingwood camp, there seems to be a Bobby Hill Freo Fanclub? Regardless of 'get-ability' are they genuine needs?Those names and plenty more are, at the very least, up for discussion. Always plenty of Docker drivel to be discussed. We'll cast the net wide on all things Freo, we'll get an update on JoJo's long-awaited bar opening and the Chief has hinted that he may unfortunately subject us to another episode of the Neighbourhood Watch.With the ink running dry here, let's put down the purple pen, pick up the talking stick and continue on the pod. So, if you haven't got a sock drawer to tidy, grass to watch grow or purple paint to watch dry, by all means, join us and get involved in the conversation. Send us a textSupport the show

RoCo and Rocket dissect the big news of the week, including the Brownlow Medal result and Essendon's president stepping down. Plus, is Collingwood's list profile at a dangerous point, and who wins the Grand Final?! Join Rohan Connolly and Rodney Eade on the Footyology podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eddie McGuire calls in to talk Footy Show Grand Final, Snoop Dogg’s AFL connection, and Collingwood umpiring drama. Later, Shaun looks ahead to the big game with Norm Smith predictions and Lachie Neale’s form.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JB and Coxy go head-to-head on whether umpires should keep control of Brownlow Medal voting after a string of controversial results from Monday night. They also look back on Collingwood's prelim loss, including Mason's fiery run-in with Dayne Zorko that ended in a $5,000 fine for the Lions veteran. Plus, the boys dive into some key player stats ahead of the Grand Final, debate whether Jaidyn Stephenson deserves another AFL lifeline, and call out why this year's mark and goal of the year were underwhelming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode The Producer is joined by Pies to go through the NRL and AFL as we get deep into the Finals. NRL and we are down to four teams battling it out for the premiership. These teams are the Sharks, Panthers, Broncos and Storm. The Minor Premiers the Raiders were knocked out in straight set as were the third place Bulldogs. This week we see the Storm take on the Sharks and the Broncos host the Panthers to see who will be there Grand Final Day. AFL and we are down to two teams after Geelong defeated the Hawks and the Lion defeated Collingwood. Minor Premiers the Crows were eliminated in straight sets. So, we are left with Geelong against the Lion in the Grand Final which should be a great game. We then end the show with some Athletics and Basket Ball before Pies gives us all an update on his running. We are now on Patreon. Follow the link below to join. https://www.patreon.com/batsandballspod 00:00:00 – NRL                                  01:05:00 – AFL                                   01:21:00 – Other Sport (Athletics, Basket Ball)                                                           01:37:00 - Running                                                                                                                                                                 Twitter - @batsandballspod Email - batsandballspodcast@gmail.com facebook.com/batsandballspodcast http://batsandballspodcast.com/

Juri goes over both prelim finals that took place over the weekend as well as delving into how the four clubs have been so dominant this century!Discussion01:33 - Geelong, Brisbane, Hawthorn, and Collingwood the benchmark teams of the 21st Century16:10 - ⁠Western Bulldogs utility Buku Khamis requests a trade to CarltonPrelims21:31 - Geelong v Hawthorn breakdown32:37 - ⁠Collingwood v Brisbane breakdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Grand Final Week begins and Fat's already been to a lunch". That about sums up where today's show is at, and Billy kicks us off with the All Sports Report - as we get a gold at the World Athletics Championship, and Oscar Piastri has a snafu in Baku. Damian Barrett is in studio for the final time this year to look back at the Prelim Finals, and look ahead to the Brownlow, the Granny, Zach Merrett's future, and how Collingwood reacts to its Prelim loss. Brooke McIntosh joins us for a very special Monday Brag Artist - having just completed running her lap around Australia, then Bill takes a look at the best moments from Triple M Footy this weekend. We've got a massive prize that you can win this week, we've got love for Anaconda, and St Kilda's Jack Sinclair is in studio to talk Brownlow, Nas, and Billy's cowboy hat. Finally, Billy drops the magic on an oft-told joke to finish the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Matt Rowell has claimed the 2025 Brownlow Medal with 39 votes, 7 ahead of Collingwood's Nick Daicos in another record-breaking Brownlow Medal count. Zach Merrett fronted the media on the red carpet with the lay of the land on his contract at the Bombers. Max Holmes will suit up for his first AFL Grand Final after missing out on premiership success in 2022. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

⁠CARLTON DRAUGHT EVENT - WIN GF TICKETS SPORT: KIF's Beer Subsidy Program - a win for the little guys. PRELIM CHAOS - Josh saw a comedy show at the Lions v. Pies battle. TALKBACK - The HOT TAKES flood through the open line. NOTW - David King songs & Chompers gets chomped. Running - Jess Hull tumbles her way to SUCCESS.

This week, we review the two preliminary finals and grade the seasons of Hawthorn and Collingwood, plus take an early look at this week's AFL Grand Final -- how can the Cats and the Lions get the job done? Plus, the MRO needs to fix dangerous tackles, Mark of the Year chat, Patrick Dangerfield, Lachie Neale, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Collingwood's Scott Pendlebury joins 3AW Football on the Brownlow Medal red carpet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane have advanced to their third consecutive Grand Final after beating the Magpies at the MCG by 29 points. Brownlow night at Crown, who will be awarded the games most prestigious honour? And, the aftermath of the Prelim Final losses for both Collingwood and Hawthorn. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Football team discuss if Collingwood's aging stars could lead to a drop in performance next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the highlights from the MCG, with commentary from Anthony Hudson, Tony Leonard, Matthew Richardson, Tony Shaw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane roll into its 3rd consecutive Grand Final - proving too good for Collingwood. Join James Brayshaw, Jack Heverin, Daisy Thomas, Isaac Smith, Michael Roberts, and Ash Chua for every massive moment from the Triple MCGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the FULL interview with Josh Fraser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark "Finey' Fine's opening monologue after Brisbane books a spot in the grand final for the third year running.

Mark 'Finey' Fine and Stephen J Peak go through the calls, texts and analysis of a famous Brisbane Lions victory.

3AW Football's Tony Shaw has called for Collingwood to trade small forward Bobby Hill in the off-season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the FULL interview with Josh Fraser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full pre-game ahead of Collingwood v Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collingwood's Josh Daicos joined Laura Spurway after his side's loss in the Preliminary Final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The full review of the second Preliminary Final, including the thoughts of Tony Shaw and Matthew Richardson, plus interviews with Dayne Zorko, Logan Morris, Cam Rayner and Josh Daicos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richo names his best players from Saturday's Preliminary Final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Football's Laura Spurway wraps up all the Preliminary Finals action from the MCG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI slop shownotes as usual. Enjoy! Opening Segment (00:00 - 02:00)Personal catch-up between the hostsHong Kong Jack celebrates a major birthday in Macau with surprise family visitDiscussion of Hong Kong-Macau travel via new bridge/tunnel (1 hour 20 minutes door-to-door)Major Discussion TopicsAustralian Politics - Coalition Crisis (02:00 - 15:30)Key Points:Polling disaster: Coalition at 27% approval rating, Labor leads 58-42 two-party preferredElectoral wipeout: Liberal Party holds minimal metropolitan seats across major citiesParty structure collapse: Lack of grassroots organization compared to historical ALP branchesDemographic breakdown: Libs losing women, young people, multicultural communities (except 65+ voters)Leadership pressure: Susan Ley facing potential challenge, comparisons to "Brendan Nelson months"Policy tensions: Net zero commitments causing internal fracturesNotable Quote: Troy Bramston - "There is no guarantee the Liberal Party will survive"Climate Policy and Net Zero Debate (07:10 - 14:40)Key Points:National Climate Risk Assessment Report findings:400% increase in heat-related mortality in Sydney2.7 million work days lost by 2061 due to heatwaves$600 billion property value losses by 2050$40 billion annual natural disaster costsPublic opinion: 77% of Australians want government climate actionPolitical implications: Andrew Hastie threatens to quit front bench over net zero policyInternational context: UK Tories' experience with climate policy costsVictorian Politics - Liberal Party Internal Struggles (21:00 - 26:00)Key Points:Philip Davis survives challenge from Greg Mirabella for Liberal Party State DirectorDiscussion of Labor government vulnerabilities despite Liberal Party dysfunctionAnalysis of "machete bins" controversy and opposition messaging failuresUnited States - Charlie Kirk Assassination (26:50 - 33:00)Key Points:Tyler Robertson (22) charged with Kirk's murderDiscussion of political discourse breakdown in AmericaSocial media radicalization of young menCriticism of premature political speculation (Barry Cassidy example)International AffairsUS-Korea Relations Crisis (33:15 - 36:50)ICE raid on 300 South Korean workers in Georgia battery facilityOnly one Korean worker chose to stay after offered returnImplications for US foreign investment attractivenessUK Political Upheaval (40:25 - 58:15)Major Topics:Tommy Robinson Rally: 100,000+ protesters in LondonImmigration tensions: 50,000 asylum seekers annuallyStarmer's crisis: Peter Mandelson appointment controversy (Jeffrey Epstein connections)Leadership challenges: Calls for Starmer's resignation from both left and rightConservative Party collapse: Danny Kruger defects to Reform UKFrance - Government Instability (62:30 - 64:00)Sébastien Le Corneau named new PM after confidence voteBudget crisis and spending control issuesMiddle East - Israel-US Tensions (64:00 - 67:30)Netanyahu takes responsibility for Al-Yudid airbase incidentDiscussion of Arab neighbors' role in regional solutionsQatari investment commitments to US ($3.3 trillion over decade)Sports Coverage (67:30 - 79:00)Spring Racing Carnival PreviewDiscussion of Melbourne Cup preparation and "pagan fertility festival" atmosphereNRL Finals AnalysisRaiders vs Broncos "golden point" thriller described as exceptional rugby leagueMelbourne, Sharks, Panthers, and Brisbane assessment for finalsAFL Finals PredictionsPreliminary Finals Preview:Hawthorn vs Geelong (favor Geelong by 20 points)Collingwood vs Brisbane (favor Collingwood)Praise for Josh Weddle (Hawthorn) and Jai Newcombe's finals performancesClosing Segment - Literary Humor (79:00 - 82:30)H.L. Mencken Epitaph: "If after I depart this vale, you ever remember me and have thought to please my ghost, forgive some sinner and wink your eye at some homely girl"Spike Milligan Epitaph: "See, I told you I wasn't well"Proposed Episode Titles"Coalition Collapse: The Liberal Party's Existential Crisis""From Polls to Protest: Democracy Under Pressure""The Unraveling: Political Upheaval Across Three Continents""27% and Falling: When Political Parties Face Extinction""Net Zero, Net Loss: Climate Politics Reshaping the Right"Contact InformationTwitter: @JacktheInsiderEmail: ConditionerReleaseProgram@gmail.comEpisode Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes

Most sprinters are racing the clock, paradoxically, Gout Gout wants to use time as his friend. Bruce McAvaney joins us to explain why. Then Emma Lawrence helps us understand why Rooster Victor Radley accepted a $150k fine and ten game suspension. We break down the NRL finals, before Kath Loughnan previews two juicy AFL preliminary finals. Featured: Bruce McAvaney, athletics commentator, SBS. Emma Lawrence, NRL reporter, Channel Nine. Kath Loughnan, host, Fox Footy.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Wide World of Sports team spoke about a report linking the Carlton forward to CollingwoodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wide World of Sports team spoke about a report linking the Carlton forward to CollingwoodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 19, 2025 - DPS Athletic Hall of Fame Committee Chair Greg Collingwood, and 2025 Hall of Fame inductees, Bryson Taylor and Tyler Allen, joined Byers & Co to talk about the class of 2025 and the inductees' accomplishments. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The season is on the line as Geelong faces Hawthorn and Collingwood take on the Brisbane Lions. Who will win and why, and what factors will decide these two epic preliminary finals? Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the games and the tactics that will decide them in this week's episode of the Real Footy tipping podcast.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the AFL Show Juri discusses a new ABC article detailing the financial setback for clubs when a player is injured, Western Bulldogs veteran Adam Treloar signing a one-year extension as well previewing the upcoming Preliminary Final games.00:00 - Intro01:30 - Effects of Injuries on Clubs08:15 - Adam Treloar13:00 - Geelong vs Hawthorn Preview23:15 - Collingwood vs Brisbane PreviewFollow our socials:Twitter/X:https://twitter.com/mojosports_Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mojosportsnetwork/AFL Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mojosportsafl/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mojosportsnetwork/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports Update: Bobby Hill ruled out of Collingwood's preliminary final against Brisbane & Gout Gout into the 200m semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Murphy Reid has been considered by the AFL.com.au reporters the unanimous winner of this year's Rising Star award, will that set the young Docker up for future success? Fages has been prepared to give new Lion cubs a go this year after the 2024 premiership, so much so there'll be 6 new faces in the Prelim on Saturday. Collingwood have stood by their older brigade, headlined by Steele Sidebottom plus we take a look at the options in front of Sam Flanders. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Jordan De Goey is primed for Saturday night at the MCG as the Magpies look to advance to another Grand Final. Damo went one-on-one with the Collingwood star. Geelong has got unheralded defenders that require more time in the spotlight and will go a long way to stopping the Hawks on Friday night. Steven King begins his reign as coach of Melbourne and the headlines from Round 5 of AFLW. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good luck getting a ticket to the MCG this weekend as Geelong and Hawthorn renew their long-running rivalry, and Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions face-off in the AFL preliminary finals. Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson are pumped up for both games after a weekend of semi-finals where the Crows and Suns were exposed for their lack of finals experience. Plus, they also talk Zach Merrett's stand-off with the Bombers, Melbourne's appointment of Steven King as coach AFL commission politics.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode SummaryEpisode 126 delivers comprehensive analysis of Australian and international news, politics, and sport. The hosts tackle everything from sovereign citizen movements and government policy disasters to AFL finals and international political chaos, maintaining their trademark blend of serious analysis and wry humor.Listener CorrespondenceGrant ("Tri-Valve") - Multiple TopicsNRL Trainers on Field: Criticism of excessive trainer presence during games, particularly Alfie Langer's extended field time with Broncos and Queensland Origin teamsMedia Language Issues: Channel 9's problematic "Exonerated Child Murderer Folbigg" banner - classic oxymoronInternational Travel: Amusing encounter with Collingwood supporters in the Sahara Desert, Libya (2010)Bike Lane Safety: Melbourne bike lanes creating pedestrian hazards, particularly for country visitors unfamiliar with urban cycling infrastructureAFLW vs Netball: Questions about potential impact of women's AFL on traditional netball participation and viewershipAndrew - Sovereign CitizensCommunity Support: Concerns about significant local support for Paul Punker and Desi Freeman in high country communitiesHidden Numbers: Unexpected prevalence of sovereign citizen ideology among seemingly ordinary citizensMajor News AnalysisSovereign Citizen Movement & WieambillaGeographic Clusters: Identified hotspots including Gladstone/WA Wheatbelt, Albury-Wodonga, Northern Rivers, SW QueenslandPolice Risk: Increased threat assessment protocols required for warrant servicesHistorical Context: Long-standing anti-establishment culture in remote eastern Victoria dating to 1970sFreeman Manhunt: Police belief in community assistance for Desi Freeman; rugged Buckland Valley terrain complicating searchErin Patterson SentencingSentence: Life imprisonment with 33-year non-parole period (eligible 2056)Judge's Reasoning: Justice Chris Beale noted extensive premeditation required for crimeSolitary Confinement: 22 hours daily due to case publicityCommunity Impact: Butchers no longer selling mushroom-based products; "Beef Wellington" renamed "Beef en Croute"Bruce Lehrmann Federal Court AppealAppeal Failure: Federal Court unimpressed with Lehrmann's challengeFiona Brown: Only figure emerging with reputation intact despite career destructionCompensation Disparity: Call for equal treatment compared to Brittany Higgins settlementJacinta Price Immigration CommentsABC Interview Controversy: Claims about Labor's immigration strategy targeting Indian community votesLiberal Response: Julie Bishop apologized on Price's behalf; Price refused personal apologyBusiness Backlash: Harris Park businesses refusing Liberal engagement until unconditional Price apologyElectoral Strategy: Cos Samaras noted elections won/lost in NSW/Victoria, not through minority group alienationPolicy DisastersBlack Market TobaccoMarket Indicators: Small country town (25,000) now has five tobacconists - unprecedentedPolicy Failure: Excise increases creating massive black market, including Iraqi cigarette factories serving Australian marketPrice Comparison: Legal cigarettes $55-60 per pack vs $120 for carton of 10 packs illegallyLaw Enforcement: Hundreds of millions spent on policing sophisticated black marketsHistorical Parallel: Ignoring 20th century prohibition lessons from alcohol and bettingRespectability of Law-breaking: Creating acceptance of illegal activity, similar to SP bookmaking eraVaping PolicyJoint Failure: Bipartisan decision ignoring harm reduction evidenceUnregulated Danger: Current black market vapes potentially more dangerous than regulated alternativesInternational PoliticsThomas Sewell Deportation PetitionPetition Numbers: 117,000+ signatures on Change.org for neo-Nazi leader deportationLegal Challenges: New Zealand citizenship complications; military service precedent (Bertie Kidd case)Current Charges: Violent disorder, assault by kicking, discharge missile, police intimidationUS Politics - Trump/Epstein FilesBirthday Book Evidence: House Oversight Committee confirms Trump birthday message to EpsteinWhite House Response: Claims of forgery; potential legal battle with Wall Street JournalEconomic Concerns: US jobs market weakened (22,000 jobs vs expected higher), unemployment 4.2% to 4.3%Tariff Impact: Goldman Sachs reports 86% absorbed by importers, unsustainable long-termJohn Deere Warning: Agricultural equipment manufacturer's poor results concerning for rural Trump baseEuropean Political ChaosFrance - Government CollapseConfidence Vote: PM François Bayrou lost 364-194, far-right and far-left coalitionSpending Cuts: Proposed welfare caps and public holiday removal triggered downfallFiscal Crisis: 5.8% GDP deficit, 114% debt-to-GDP ratioPolitical Paralysis: No major party willing to make necessary hard economic decisionsUK - Boris Johnson Influence ScandalThe Boris Files: Leaked data reveals post-PM profiteering from office connectionsGreensill Echoes: Similarities to David Cameron lobbying scandalLabour Leadership: Keir Starmer faces deputy leadership election, working-class voters moving to ReformPolling: Reform UK leading but insufficient for parliamentary majorityImmigration Policy: Dublin Agreement unavailable post-Brexit; family reunion advantages drawing Channel crossingsGermany - Migration PoliticsCologne Agreement: All parties except AfD pledge only positive migration discourse in local electionsStrategic Error: Likely to entrench support for far-right AfD by dismissing legitimate concernsInternational RelationsChina EngagementBob Carr & Dan Andrews: Attending 80th anniversary of Japanese defeat in ChinaPhoto Opportunities: Andrews pictured with Kim Jong-un and Vladimir PutinCommercial Motivations: Unnamed political friend claims Andrews "making millions" from China connectionsInfluence Trading: Xi Jinping meetings providing significant business leverageMiddle East & UkraineMarina Hyde Quote: "The path to peace still goes through politicians with power. Many of them are still terrible people. They will still have to have unpleasant and even toxic conversations in which horse trading and moral compromise are inevitable"UN Role: Defense of UN as necessary forum for engaging "terrible people" while criticizing corrupt agenciesSports CoverageNRL Finals Week 1Matchups: Raiders v Broncos (Canberra), Storm v Bulldogs (Melbourne), Warriors v Panthers (Auckland), Sharks v Roosters (Shark Park)Venue Criticism: Shark Park described as "disaster" with rat problems, unfit for purposeForm Analysis: Storm struggling after losses to Roosters and Broncos; Raiders in strong formAFL Finals AnalysisGeelong Dominance: Cats looking "head and shoulders" above competitionUmpiring Controversy: AFL acknowledged mistake in Geelong v Brisbane Lions match; three-goal turnaround from questionable decisionsUpcoming Matches: Hawks v Crows, Suns v Lions at GabbaJai Newcombe: Hawks midfielder top-rated in all three finals appearancesCharlie Curnow: Carlton star's ordinary finals performances raising trade speculationRugby UnionWallabies Form: Positive signs despite slow starts; exciting brand attracting attentionLions Tour Revenue: Significant funds from upcoming British & Irish Lions tourScheduling Issues: Argentina match poorly timed at 2pm North QueenslandMedia & CultureChildren's Humor AnalysisAnne Althaus Insight: Children funny because not yet socialized, willing to take risksComparison: Ricky Gervais model of saying "unsayable" thingsNew Yorker: Magazine quality decline noted, but cartoons "back in form"Comedy RecommendationsStewart Lee: Ricky Gervais' favorite comedian; unconventional styleQueen/Paddington Joke: Stewart Lee's material about marmalade sandwiches and Prince AndrewMedia BusinessThe Free Press Sale: Bari Weiss publication acquired by Paramount/CBS for $100-200 millionEditorial Control: Weiss reportedly getting "free reign" over CBS political coverageAlternative Media Success: Examples include Claire Lehmann's Quillette, Megyn Kelly's expansionDemocratization Concerns: Tendency toward sensationalism in independent mediaContact InformationJack the Insider: X/Twitter DMs @JacktheInsiderHong Kong Jack: hongkongchat.substack.comEmail: theconditionalreleaseprogram@gmail.com

Oooft what a weekend of AFL! The Gold Coast Suns are now undefeated in AFL Finals, Collingwood are back and Geelong, well they're still Geelong.Spida and Brodes discuss what they're goal song would be in the AFL. Plus their take on the F Bomb saga from Collingwood. Will it be straight sets for the Crows and Lions? Tune in for all this and more!

Collingwood veteran Jeremy Howe joined Mick Molloy, Nick Riewoldt, Titus O'Reily and Rosie Walton on Triple M Melbourne's Mick In The Morning. Howe provides an update on his return from adductor injury, his chances to play in next week's Preliminary Final. Mick asks about his greatest high-flying marks, teammate Bobby Hill's conditioning, and two huge semi finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The stage is set for the biggest game of AFL footy to in Queensland's history on Saturday night. Collingwood's defensive profile is still #1, the old adage of defence wins premiership rings true at the AIA Centre. St Kilda continue to be a destination club this off-season with Leek Aleer becoming the latest player to request a trade to Moorabbin. Plus the headlines from Round 4 of the AFLW. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2:23 - Ash and Nikki discuss the upcoming NRL finals and the Brisbane Lions' chances of making the AFL grand final. Nikki predicts a Brisbane Lions vs Collingwood final.6:12 - Question of the Day: Nikki asks when boobs became the enemy of the state, referring to her recent experience being told to button up in the Qantas lounge. They discuss the sexualization of busty women. 10:34 - The hosts talk about an upcoming meetup for golden retrievers and their owners. Nikki wonders if she can bring her dog Whiskey, who is in heat. 13:22 - Nikki shares a funny story from a priest friend about a funeral where they tried to play music off a phone but ran into technical difficulties. 18:45 - Nikki is swooped by a magpie while getting coffee for her mom at her son's footy game. She has to walk backwards facing the magpie to avoid further attacks. 21:34 - Quick hits: Nikki wishes her mom a happy birthday on air, Riverfire TV ratings were huge, Brisbane Festival is coming up. 24:12 - End with a call to action to listen to the full episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The finals are underway and the team discuss Collingwood's win over the Crows last night - as well as the booing of Isaac Quaynor. They also look at the other headlines from the last 24 hours, with a fan-favourite umpire being left out this weekend, and investigations into Kawhi Leonard's contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Howie wonders if it's OK to cheer against someone after Lando Norris' engine failure last week, and the Huddlie Awards look at the best commentary moments of 2025. After the success of his dating tips last week, Browny turns the tables and lists what he looked for in a woman when he was a bachelor, then the boys discuss their favourite concerts. Damo has the latest trade news on Charlie Curnow and Zach Merrett, and Browny lists his Top 5 "toys out of the cot" moments. Brisbane forward Logan Morris calls in ahead of their Qualifying Final against the Cats tonight, and Browny's Health Hotline looks at how to get abs, and superfoods with high doses of Vitamin C. We go full footy mode with another look at the Pies win over the Crows, the boys ask if Adelaide can bounce back next week, and in Media Wars, the team backs over Damo's altercation with Justin Leppitsch, and rumours two SEN heavyweights could be on their way to the Ms. Howie's Hot Topics looks at all the big September questions, Chief has a quiz about the 1995 AFL season, and we go back to media wars with BT vs Tom Morris, and Channel 7 vs Fox Footy on Grand Final Day. Triple M's Friday Huddle is Mark Howard, Jason Dunstall, Nathan Brown, and Damian BarrettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake recaps Collingwood's thrilling win over the Crows in Thursday night's Qualifying Final, before previewing the full slate of North American football action ahead in NFL Week 1, College Football Week 2 and the CFL Week 14! Please rate, review and subscribe! Mwuah! "Surf Shimmy" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode, personal trainer and mother of three Gen takes us through her complete motherhood journey from Richmond to the Victorian coast. Her first pregnancy was unplanned but led to a powerful physiological birth at the Royal Women's Hospital. After moving through various challenges including COVID lockdowns, job redundancy, and relocating interstate, Gen welcomed her second daughter in a beautiful water birth. Her third pregnancy at 44 brought unexpected challenges with ageist comments from healthcare providers, but culminated in an incredible one-hour home birth in the shower. Gen's story beautifully illustrates how birth experiences can evolve and how trusting your body's wisdom leads to empowering outcomes. Sponsor: Pregnancy is beautiful, but it can come with its share of discomfort. That’s why Little Company in Collingwood — and their sister spa, About Time in Torquay — offer dedicated pregnancy-safe treatments that support you through every stage — from the very beginning right up until the final days. Their Pregnancy Ritual Facial is a blissful, tailored experience designed to calm hormonal skin changes and restore radiance, using products that you can trust for you and your baby’s wellbeing. Their Pregnancy Massage — using a pregnancy pillow, adjustable beds, and experienced therapists who adapt the massage to your body’s needs on the day. Using Pure Mama’s pregnancy-safe product range, this restorative massage is designed to ease muscular tension, support circulation, and help you feel at home in your changing body. Whether you’re in Melbourne or down the coast, Little Company and About Time are here to nurture you — and your baby — through it all. You can enjoy 15% off all pregnancy treatments for the year of 2025. Put ‘ABSxLTCO’ in appointment notes and the discount will be applied when payment is taken post treatment. Book your moment of care at littlecompany.com.au or atthebathhouse.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This isn't the first time Scott has spoken out about the homophobia that goes on in the AFL, but this time enough is enough. The blatant inconsistency with each penalty applied to players who use homophobic slurs is beyond ridiculous, and change needs to happen NOW! If you or anyone you know is struggling, you can reach out to these organisations:Lifeline - 13 11 14Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636Fullstop Australia - 1800 385 578AFL INCIDENTS TIMELINE:Alastair Clarkson: fined $20,000 and given a suspended ban for using a homophobic slur during a pre-season match vs St Kilda (March 2024). Fox SportsJeremy Finlayson (Port Adelaide): 3-game suspension for homophobic slur in Round 4 vs Essendon (April 2024). AFL.com.auWil Powell (Gold Coast Suns): 5-game suspension after QClash vs Brisbane, Round 8 (May 2024). ABC NewsLance Collard (St Kilda, VFL): 6-game suspension (mid-2024, VFL match). The AgeRiak Andrew (Sydney Swans): 5-week suspension in Round 6 vs Carlton (May 2025). Herald SunJack Graham (West Coast): 4-game suspension in Round 10 vs Fremantle (June 2025). Fox SportsIzak Rankine (Adelaide): 4-game suspension, reduced from 5, for slur against a Collingwood opponen in Round 23 (August 2025). The Guardian, AFL Statement RESEARCH & STATS:LGBTQIA+ people are 4–5 times more likely to attempt suicide.80% of young queer Australians report verbal abuse.Homophobic language is the most common form of abuse in sport.(La Trobe University, Writing Themselves In 4 Report, 2021) Download Report PDF AFL LEADERSHIP QUOTES:AFL CEO Andrew Dillon (2024):“No, I don't think we do [have a problem with homophobia]. But I think language of the type that has been used is not acceptable in any forum, let alone the footy field.”ABC NewsLiana Brown, Chair of AFL Pride and Allies Network, in the AFL LGBTQI+ Inclusion Action Plan:“It is the AFL's responsibility as custodians of the game to do everything that it can to ensure that all participants are safe within our environments.” AFL LGBTQI+ Inclusion Action Plan (PDF) SPONSORS & ZERO TOLERANCE:Coles Group: Diversity & Inclusion Policy → “Discrimination, harassment or bullying based on sexual orientation or gender identity is not tolerated.” Termination is a consequence. Coles Group PolicyTelstra: Code of Conduct → “Breaches may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.” Telstra Code of ConductVirgin Australia (CEO Dave Emerson): Workplace policy → violations of anti-discrimination policy can result in termination. Strong public LGBTQ+ allyship (Mardi Gras sponsorship). Virgin Australia Diversity PolicyNAB: Human Rights Policy → “We will not tolerate discrimination in our workplaces.” NAB Human Rights Policy SNOOP DOGG:On It's Giving podcast, mocking same-sex parents in Pixar's Lightyear:“I'm like, oh s—, I didn't come in for this s—, I just came to watch the goddamn movie. So that's like, f— me. I'm scared to go to the movies now, like y'all throwing me in the middle of s— that I don't have an answer for.”News.com.auMEDIA ALLIES & COMMENTATORS:Kate McCarthy (ABC Radio) — called out AFL's “zero tolerance inconsistency.”Gerard Whateley (SEN) — described Rankine's reduced ban as a “failure of leadership.”Rebecca Shaw (The Guardian) - “Slurs aren't just words, they wound.”The Herald Sun, Page 13 - argued for serious treatment of slurs.The Australian - criticised AFL's “tick-a-box” culture on inclusion.The Daily Aus Podcast - openly supportive.Words Matter Podcast - Georgie Tunnie & Abbey Gelmi - openly supportive.Brendan Fevola, Dan's Footy - openly supportive.Caroline Wilson - 3AWIan Roberts - 10NEWS+ LINKS:Follow us @lukeandsassyscott on Tiktok and InstagramGet involved in the podcast by sending in your voice notes to @lukeandsassyscottpodcast on Instagram CREDITS:Hosts: Luke O'Halloran and Scott O'HalloranProduction: EarsayManager & Sales: Mushroom Group