Best Behind The Scenes Afl Podcasts (2025)

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Jackie French - A Conversation on Hidden Homelessness & Hope 42:56

1d ago42:56

42:56

Beloved Australian author Jackie French took the time to share her experience being homeless as a teenager. It's a very raw and honest account of events that Jackie kept secret both at the time and throughout her life. We felt it was vital to include Jackie's story as she told it; a young girl who loved reading and writing, forced onto the street, …

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Match of the Round: Collingwood v Hawthorn 7:27

3d ago7:27

7:27

This week’s Match of the Round is a big one — Collingwood vs Hawthorn. Buddy and Shane break down what’s at stake, where the game will be won and lost, and which club’s season could swing on this result. From midfield matchups to coaching tactics and key players to watch, the boys dissect the form, the pressure, and the rivalry — with a few bold pr…

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Real Footy tipping: 'A celebration of mediocrity' 44:20

3d ago44:20

44:20

Libby Birch, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan look back at the players they should have taken and those they regret picking in our pre-season super draft before tipping round 12. Are the Hawks a sneaky chance against the rampaging Pies? How much of an impact is the change of coach having on the Swans? And is the Demons' bounceback the real deal? SEE THE TE…

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Draft Picks & Sledges: Buddy & Shane’s Top 5 Players Right Now 6:16

4d ago6:16

6:16

It’s draft day — Buddy and Shane go head-to-head as they pick their top 5 AFL players right now. With a healthy dose of banter, some strategic sledging, and plenty of footy wisdom, the boys debate who’s in, who’s out, and why. From consistency to clutch performances, they break down what makes a player stand out in today’s game — and who they’d wan…

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'They should be asking questions' 46:25

6d ago46:25

46:25

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss nepo babies, combative coaches and the Demons' revival. Plus, the issues that were exposed in North Melbourne's loss to the undermanned Pies, the Hawks' midfield problem and are the Blues good enough to turn their season around from here? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See …

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Milestones, Misfires & The Making of a Premiers Club 39:43

6d ago39:43

39:43

Buddy and Shane dive headfirst into another bumper AFL weekend, unpacking the highs, lows, and ‘what were they thinking’ moments. They tackle coaching conundrums, the Carlton and Sydney struggles, and celebrate the grit of milestone matches. The boys also look at Geelong’s machine-like form, Brisbane’s bounce back, and whether the Gold Coast Suns c…

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AFL Mid-Season Report Card: Who’s Failing & Who’s Flying? 24:43

10d ago24:43

24:43

It’s half-time in the AFL season, and Buddy & Shane are handing out the grades. From red-hot contenders to underwhelming underachievers, no team is safe in this brutally honest mid-season review. The boys break down the performance, strengths, and struggles of clubs including: 🟡 Adelaide Crows ⚫ Collingwood 🟣 Fremantle ⚪ Geelong 🟠 Gold Coast 🔴 Melb…

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Real Footy tipping: 'They're in a hole at the moment' 28:01

10d ago28:01

28:01

Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu fail the maturity test as they discuss the route to victory for Carlton, the hardest game of the round to tip and why Essendon should be in the eight right now. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

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'An unfathomable tragedy' 46:05

13d ago46:05

46:05

Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall pay tribute to Adam Selwood and Robert Walls as the football world mourns their deaths. The panel also looks back at the shock wins of round 10, the Bulldogs' premiership hopes, the leadership issues at AFL House and much more. If you or someone you know is in need of support, contact Lifeline on 13 1…

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Indigenous Round, Big Wins & Bigger Legends 38:29

13d ago38:29

38:29

We kick off with a heartfelt look at the importance of Indigenous Round — from its cultural impact to the legends who’ve shaped the game. Buddy and Shane break down all the weekend action, including the Suns stepping up, the Swans finding form, and the Pies showing class. The duo also dive into Geelong’s dominance, Fremantle’s fearless attack, and …

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Coming soon - the 40/20 NRL podcast 0:47

13d ago0:47

0:47

40/20 is a brand new NRL podcast from The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. During this year's State of Origin and Finals series we'll be breaking down the biggest stories from across the game with the best journalists and NRL insiders from around the country. We'll be giving you press pass access as we breakdown the latest news, controversy and p…

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One of Your Friends Could Be Homeless 23:02

16d ago23:02

23:02

And you wouldn't necessarily know. Our good mate and host of Rural Focus, Leah, has been homeless twice in her life and was kind enough to share her story. This month, if you could donate a new blanket as we Blanket to the Border for our communities, it would make a difference for a range of people doing it tough. Head online to triplem.listnr.com …

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Match of the Round: Pies vs. Crows & a Bulldogs Bombers Showdown 7:15

17d ago7:15

7:15

In this week’s Buddy & Shane Show, the boys dive into a couple of blockbusters, previewing the highly anticipated Collingwood vs. Adelaide clash and the Bulldogs vs. Essendon matchup. From travel fatigue to player fitness and game-day strategies, they break down what each side needs to bring to get the win. Expect hot takes, bold predictions, and a…

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Real Footy tipping: The Carlton record that’s worse than you think 27:28

17d ago27:28

27:28

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss footy fortresses, why Collingwood fans have reason to be confident against the Crows and the Bulldogs’ consistency in 2025. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

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'They look foolish and weak' 42:27

20d ago42:27

42:27

Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss a super Sunday of thrillers, the Demons’ decision to play Clayton Oliver in a tagging role, Justin Longmuir’s future as Fremantle coach and the AFL’s leadership issues. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Back In The Gold Coast: Dream Teams, Dust-Ups & Mother's Day Miles 42:33

20d ago42:33

42:33

The boys are back in the Goldy groove—sharing stories from their Mother's Day runs, reflecting on family, footy, and a whole lot in between. They dive into the latest AFL matchups, breaking down big moments, player strategies, and what’s really going on with teams like Richmond and the Suns. From emerging young guns to the evolving pecking order of…

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Blankets, Popes, Mums and Bums 23:04

23d ago23:04

23:04

Did you know an Aussie threw their hat in the ring to become the next Pope? Leo XIV got the job, but our exclusive audio of the vetting process pre conclave shows who it could've gone to. Happy Mother's day by the way, hope your kids and partners are better organised than Michael. Hopefully your kids are better behaved than Angie, who spent her you…

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Match Of The Round: Adelaide vs Port Adelaide 4:17

24d ago4:17

4:17

Buddy’s in WA, Shane’s in Melbourne, but the takes are as spicy as ever in this week's Match of the Round – a fiery preview of the legendary Adelaide vs Port Adelaide showdown. The boys dive into the history and heat of the rivalry, predict how the power struggle will play out, and spotlight who’s set to step up under pressure. Buddy’s backing Tex …

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Real Footy tipping: 'They've got to get better' 29:23

24d ago29:23

29:23

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss teams that struggle on the road, whether Collingwood can make do without a handful of stars and how to work a Bunsen burner in this week's tipping edition of the Real Footy podcast. Plus, the TDK Cup, GWS' record at the Cattery and are the Swans back? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio…

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'It might have triggered him' 45:15

27d ago45:15

45:15

This week on the Real Footy podcast, the panel dig into the feud between North Melbourne and Kane Cornes, discuss the rise of the AFL super-veterans and the scourge of five-day breaks. Plus, they identify the club who looked like they were running around in a "poo emoji" guernsey at the weekend. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ Se…

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On the Road: Rivalries, Road Trips & Rising Stars 32:46

27d ago32:46

32:46

The boys hit the road—literally and figuratively—as they break down the highs and lows of Aussie footy. From celebrating the Hawks’ 100-year legacy to dissecting how modern players are (or aren’t) marketed off-field, there’s plenty to kick around. They dive into the nitty-gritty of recent matches, talk travel fatigue and its impact on performance, …

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We're Back and We're Headed to Funky Town 22:24

30d ago22:24

22:24

Hope you enjoyed your holidays as much as Angie did, and much more than Michael. We explain how he did himself a mischief and ended up with stitches, how you make a new surf break with the Albany Board Riders, how the West Coast Eagles could lose a generation of fans and how Brian Canham of Pseudo Echo revamped Funky Town for the 80s. Don't forget …

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Match Of The Round: Collingwood Vs Geelong Cats and The Sydney Derby 5:12

1M ago5:12

5:12

Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford preview the Match of the Round with the biggest clashes of the upcoming AFL week — including the blockbuster showdown between Collingwood and Geelong, and the fiery Sydney Derby between GWS and the Swans. Expect hot takes on key players, game-day strategies, and what’s on the line for each team as finals pr…

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Real Footy tipping: Pros and cons of 'the early sub' 32:08

1M ago32:08

32:08

AFL round eight launches into action with Essendon's danger game against North Melbourne. Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan run the rule over all nine matches, including an in-depth preview of the 28th Brisbane-Gold Coast showdown, otherwise known as the 'Q Clash'. They ask a key question, too: Should clubs execute their substitution earlier in matches? Sup…

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Celebrating 100 Years of the Hawthorn Football Club – Special Episode 26:12

1M ago26:12

26:12

In this special edition of The Buddy and Shane Show, the boys take a heartfelt look back at the incredible 100-year legacy of the Hawthorn Football Club. Buddy and Crawf share personal stories from their early days as young players, the tough lessons that shaped them, and how a relentless training culture built a powerhouse team. They relive the un…

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'Got their clock cleaned' 45:35

1M ago45:35

45:35

Libby Birch joins Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson to run into the fire and discuss whether the Blues are back, the Pies' flag favouritism and Ross Lyon's sideline spray. Plus, the things that have 'galvanised' the Bulldogs and made them dangerous, why the Swans can't play four quarters of footy and the Eagles' call to move Oscar Allen to the back li…

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Contract Drama & Why Goal Kicking Could Decide the Finals 48:16

1M ago48:16

48:16

Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford are back — and they’re not holding back. 🔥 This week on The Buddy & Shane Show, Crawf confesses his love affair with Collingwood, while Buddy drops some serious heat on Luke Beveridge’s future at the Western Bulldogs and gives his brutally honest take on where the Sydney Swans stand. The boys dive into the big issu…

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Match Of The Round: Anzac Day Footy Preview 4:54

1M ago4:54

4:54

Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford preview the Match Of The Round - Anzac Day 2025 Reserve your Kia Tasman online today - https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/order-online.htmlBy Podfire

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Real Footy tipping: 'Goldstein's a great warrior, but ...' 27:44

1M ago27:44

27:44

Ahead of a bumper AFL round seven including the feature Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon, Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu run the rule over the key match-ups. The recall of veteran ruckman Todd Goldstein for the injury-hit Bombers is an element of intrigue. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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'The AFL are not actually a court': Handling of the Noah Balta case comes under fire 43:24

1M ago43:24

43:24

Amid the sentencing for Noah Balta which included a curfew for the Richmond player for an assault charge, podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall put the AFL and the Tigers in the spotlight for their handling of his case, which included a senior game for the club before his penalty was handed down. Support the show: https://subscribe…

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Buddy's Back 53:41

1M ago53:41

53:41

In the very first episode of The Buddy & Shane Show, AFL legends Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford kick things off with a bang—talking footy, future goals, and what life looks like after hanging up the boots. Buddy opens up about his transition from AFL icon to podcast host, his unexpected obsession with marathon training, and the passion for the g…

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Welcome To The Buddy & Shane Show 1:16

1M ago1:16

1:16

Get ready for The Buddy & Shane Show — a raw, unfiltered AFL podcast hosted by two of footy’s biggest personalities: Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford. Prepare for laughs, banter, and behind-the-scenes stories as the boys chat all things footy, family, media, and moments that never made the headlines. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a go…

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Real Footy tipping: 'Putting their big-boy pants on' 27:12

2M ago27:12

27:12

As we enter an intriguing Easter round, our tipsters discuss two teams who've developed genuine swagger this season. Spoiler alert: the winless Demons are not one of them. We discuss their woes, the weakness in Brisbane's game, North's fight for credibility on Good Friday and Port's bid for the same. Plus, we look ahead to Monday's blockbuster betw…

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'His time has come at that footy club' 49:20

2M ago49:20

49:20

This week on the Real Footy podcast, Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Libby Birch analyse the plummeting prospects of Simon Goodwin and his Demons, the fallout from a "weird and wonderful" match between the Power and Hawks, the disrespect being shown to the Lions and the timeslot that's become the Easter graveyard shift of the AFL. Support the show…

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Holidays, Crocodile Laksa and Harley Reid 20:30

2M ago20:30

20:30

Are you as excited for school holidays as Angie is? Maybe you get to head to the Karijini Experience to try the amazing food of Storyteller Chef Zach Green? Maybe you have tips on how to camp and adventure as a parent of an infant? Or maybe you're a West Coast Eagles fan, excited by Gather Round and want to know more about the fine print of Harley …

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