Happy Wednesday! We kick things off with all the AFLW semi-final action. Don’t miss the ripper tackle sequence between Melbourne’s Kate Hore and Adelaide’s Ebony Marinoff, and have a look at Hawthorn’s banners from last week and this week side-by-side after all the chat about their size (including from us… sorry, not sorry!). Over at Carlton, the vibes were high with their finals-series burials to summon good weather. Make sure you check out the Week 1 & Week 2 videos (a collab with @thefootywithbrodenkelly).. Huge thanks to @framedbyrachel_ for walking us through the full sausage-burial tradition—also, if you need an engagement or wedding photographer, she’s your gal. And yes, Sophie McKay is back at it with the goal celebrations… and her family definitely has thoughts.We also shout out Kaitlyn Srhoj for speaking openly about her journey with an eating disorder—an important and powerful moment.Plus, there are fresh records in the 22-under-22 AFLW squad, the men’s 2026 fixture has officially dropped (check out Hawthorn’s & Port Adelaide’s fixture announcements and Marnie Vinall’s insightful analysis of the timing of the wild round annoucement). . Finally, the charges (and suppression order) against Geelong’s Tanner Bruhn have been withdrawn. If you or someone you care about is struggling with eating or body-image concerns, the Butterfly Foundation is available 7 days a week 8am-midnight on 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673) or via online chat. If you are in crisis or need immediate support, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 (24/7). This week, Mon shares this TikTok from aflwomens, while Marielle shares this instagram reel from lionsaflw. Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:Crow’s over: Dees surge late in SF to set up date with Roos by Sarah Black for afl.com.au A legacy to Crow about: Departing coach leaves his mark on club and AFLW by Dylan Bolch for afl.com.au ‘So far from it’: Hawks lament horror night out, Blues living the dream by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au Dancing Blues: Prelim beckons for Carlton as Hawks exit in straight sets by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au Why Do Couples Bury a Sausage Before Their Wedding Day? on framedbyrachel.com.au Srhoj Opens Up On Her Battle With Eating Disorder on gwsgiants.com.au 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Fixture Confirmed on afl.com.au GWS Social Response to Opening Round Fixture on instagram AFL fixture: Early Magpies-Crows grudge match in 2026 locked in on espn.com.au Prosecutors drop sexual assault, rape charges against Geelong AFL player Tanner Bruhn by Jonathon Kendall and Kristian Silva for abc.net.au League defends handling of Bruhn case, rejects no-fault stand down policy on afl.com.au AFL rookie draft rules: How does selection an delisting work? by Kieran Francis for sportingnews.com“Dumbest rule in sport”: Cornes’ take on flawed rookie draft on sen.com.au Kevin Sheehan’s 2025 Telstra AFL Draft top prospects: Smalls on afl.com.au Rookie List on afl.com.au Gold Coast Suns take delisted Fremantle Docker in AFL rookie draft on abc.net.au Eddie Betts agrees to return to rookie list to save Blues from squad headache by Tyson Otto on news.com.au Eddie Betts Wikipedia Page Want to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.
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finals week two
Welcome to week 1 of the AFLW finals series! Vibes are as high as the on-field tensions and we are here for it, so we kick off this ep unpacking this round. Enjoy this carousel of some of the Carlton gal’s goal celebrations and watch the Ebony Marinoff & Anne Hatchard get the updates on the Brisbane-Melbourne game here. We then cover the AFLW All-Australian initial squad. Sydney are on the hunt for a new W coach meanwhile the AFLM’s second ever female field umpire has been promoted from the rookie list. The AFL’s plans for opening round and a wildcard round have been revealed and lastly, we explain the umpire throw-in rules in the W. Check out GWS’ thread of their job description for their Senior Social Media Manager role here. This week, Mon shares this Instagram Reel from abc sport, while Marielle shares this Instagram Reel from the Crows AFLW. Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:Ruthless Roos march into prelim after keeping Hawks goalless by Sarah Black for afl.com.au abc sport’s instagram post of Emma Kearney’s quotes Blues blitz Eagles in the wet to set up Hawks semi-final by Phoebe McWilliams for afl.com.au Demons go down fighting by Gemma Bastiani for melbournefc.com.au The crows show keeps rolling with comfortable win over plucky Saints by Jason Phelan for afl.com.au Aflwomen’s instagram post announcing the night/evening grand final Day or twilight Grand Final? It comes down to one question, says Gill on afl.com.ay You might not like it, but a night Grand Final is the best thing for footy - if anyone has the guts to change it by Shannon Gill for theroar.com.auSuggestion AFLW being used as a ‘trial run’ for new rules causes frustration by Marnie Vinall for abc.net.au 2025 AFLW All-Australian squad unveiled on afl.com.au Scott Gowans to depart Sydney on sydneyswans.com.au Sydney Swans AFLW part ways with inaugural coach Scott Gowans after missing finals on abc.net.au Tigers mid told to explore trade options, three delisted by Sophie Welsh for afl.com.au Three weeks, two hospitals, 14kg lost: Tiger opens up on nightmare pre-season by Riley Beveridge for afl.com.au Woman field umpire among six promoted to AFL umpire list for 2026 on afl.com.au Opening Round fixture: Charlie Curnow’s Swan to face Blues in AFL season opener, Brisbane host Western Bulldogs by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.au GWS Instagram Post about Opening Round Fixture Mitch Cleary’s X Post on Wildcard Weekend About AFLW - Rules on afl.com.au AFLW introduces future pick trading, pre-season draft, as part of 2025 rule changes by Eliza Reilly for news.com.au Endometriosis in Australia 2023 on aihw.gov.au Want to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.
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finals week one
We are heading into Week 1 of the W Finals Series this week - you can grab tickets here. But first, we cover all things Round 12 of the home & away season, including North Melbourne’s history making undefeated streak and Gemma Houghton’s epic after the siren score to become the first 100-goal player in the W. Check out the photo of the Port Adelaide players reaction here. You can admire the workmanship behind Anne Hatchard’s braids here. We then touch on some big retirements that have been announced this week and unpack Richmond’s independent review of their AFLW branch. Plus, don’t forget to vote for your 22under22 squad (vote.22under22.com.au)! Some high profile men’s players have been charged by Victoria Police and there’s a heap of new rule changes for the men’s game in 2026 - this page has videos to help explain these changes. This week, Mon shares this TikTok from the Geelong Cats (and this bonus post from the Brisbane Lions), while Marielle shares this instagram reel, also from Geelong Womens. Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:2025 NAB AFLW Premiership fixture unveiled for milestone season on afl.com.au Can record-breaking Roos go higher or is a downturn coming? By Phoebe McWilliams for afl.com.au A Gem of a moment: Houghton on magic 100th goal by Martin Pegan for afl.com.au Dons spoil Swans’ finals hope with first win in eight weeks on afl.com.au AFLW: From Idol to inspiration - Anne Hatchard’s 100-game story by Daniela Harvey for afc.com.au Inaugural Swans co-captain announces retirement on sydneyswans.com.au Who’s hanging up the boots? Your club’s retiring players by Sarah Black for afl.com.au ‘Now it’s their turn’: Retiring Cats skipper on passing the baton by Sarah Black for afl.com.au Kate Darby Announces Retirement from AFLW on geelongcats.com.au Ex-Blues boss to lead Tigers review after disappointing year by Gemma Bastiani for afl.com.au Tigers ‘embrace’ review into AFLW program by Danielle Croci for richmondfc.com.au Richmond VFLW Alignment Update on richmondfc.com.au Power dominate AGAIN as all-time record for duo-looms: 2025 22Under22 AFLW squad revealed by Will Faulkner for Fox Sports AFL stars Dion Prestia, Steven May charged over Sorrento Boxing Day fight by Hannah Kennelly for The Age Club Statement - Steven May on melbournefc.com.au Clubs break silence on charged premiership pair on sen.com.au Violent Behaviour on legalaid.vic.gov.au AFL reveals SEVEN rule changes for 2026 season in huge attempt to solve growing issue by Jack Jovanovski for Fox SportsWant to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.
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round twelve
Buckle up, besties — we don’t mess around this week. We’re unpacking Jacob Gaynor’s big move to Tassie (check out the interview Mon recommended with him here), giving you the lowdown on AFLW Round 11 (the finals race is heating up), and chatting about cult figure Stuart Dew’s move to Port Adelaide. Plus, the AFL is bringing State of Origin back (retro chic, anyone?), Kate McCarthy has thoughts on where the AFLW Grand Final should be played, and Bailey Smith elicits a response from the AFL after another social media post. Caroline Wilson’s article responding to Geelong’s Mad Monday outfits is here in case you want a refresher. We’re also decoding one of footy’s most used but underexplained stats — metres gained — in a way that’ll actually make sense. And don’t miss our twist on the usual social segment.Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:New head of content to join Devils ranks on tasmaniafc.comMeet the unlikely duo behind the AFL’s social media renaissance by Penry Buckley for smh.com.auPort Adelaide Power hold off Adelaide Crows for historic Showdown win by Jason Phelan for afl.com.auAFLW Stats – Key Stats 2025 Season on afl.com.auThey’re BACK: Lions overpower Dees to claim second seed status by Michael Whiting for afl.com.auSpread the word: Lions-Demons AFLW clash to be broadcast in Hindi by Dylan Bolch on afl.com.auCrunch win sees Sydney Swans boost finals hopes, West Coast Eagles forced to wait by Martin Pegan on afl.com.auAFLW fights for fans’ attention after a long men’s season by Marnie Vinall for abc.net.au Fremantle Dockers keep top eight dream alive after impressive win over Richmond Tigers by Nathan Schmook on afl.com.auJodie Hicks – Richmond AFLW Player Profile on richmondfc.com.auHicks announces AFLW retirement on richmondfc.com.au AFL 2025: Stuart Dew to depart Brisbane Lions to return to Port Adelaide Power by Ben Cotton for foxsports.com.auChris Scott and Dean Cox unveiled as coaches for return of State of Origin between Western Australia and Victoria by Martin Smith for afl.com.auKate McCarthy says AFL lack ambition over decision to keep AFLW Grand Final at Ikon Park by Ben Sutton for 7news.com.auBailey Smith handed official warning from AFL over social media posts on foxsports.com.auMetres gained: Breaking down AFL’s most misunderstood statistic by Jake Michaels for espn.com.auWant to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.
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round eleven
Welcome back to the chaos, apologies in advance for any delirium that comes your way. We kick off with Mon sharing some sporting related celeb sightings! We then break down all the highlights from pride round week 2 in the W. Check out the Collingwood player designs for their fine line tattoos collab here. The trade period is finally over so we chat about all the successful and not so successful trades. Check out the AFL’s doco following journalist Cal Twomey on the last day of the trade period here. Some big names have been delisted from Collingwood and we’re a little sad about it! Meanwhile their former coach and captain Nathan Buckley has signed on as an assistant coach at Geelong. Tasmania are really excited for him?We also cover the AFL giving Tarryn Thomas the green light to rejoin the league. Marnie Vinall had a great take on this, check out her video here. Finally, we break down what a clearance is. This week, Mon shares this TikTok from AFLW, while Marielle shares this Instagram Reel from Hawthorn AFLW. Join our tipping comp and the anyone’s game community by signing up on the AFL Live app or aflwtipping.afl with comp code 3C6SJ3FN.This week’s sources come from:Terrific Tahau helps Power put dent in Hawks’ top-two hopes by Jason Phelan for afl.com.auAFLW Round 10 Port Adelaide Power defeat Hawthorn Hawks, West Coast Eagles down Geelong Cats on abc.net.auKangaroos defeat Crows by 40 points to move closer to winning record as Saints, Dockers and Demons notch victories on abc.net.auRemarkable record in sight as unstoppable Roos thump Crows by Sarah Black for afl.com.auTigers tough it out to down Pies, clinch second win by Kaitlyn Ferber for afl.com.auGreat Barrier Grief Hot Dogs pile pain on cold Suns in Mackay by Michael Whiting for afl.com.auMcMull-in for Round 10 Clash on goldcoastfc.com.auGold Coast Suns Instagram Post announcing Sienna McMullin’s debutAFL Trade Tracker on afl.com.auWhy Merrett saga was ‘line in the sand’ moment for Dons… and how it will hurt Hawks by Dylan Bolch for Fox SportsThe candidates to replace Zach Merrett as Essendon captain by Callum Twomey for afl.com.auCarlton FC’s Insta Post farewelling Charlie CurnowSt Kilda FC’s Insta Post farewelling Jack SteeleMelbourne FC’s Insta Post farewelling Christian PetraccaMelbourne FC’s Insta Post farewelling Clayton Oliver Carlton fans take aim at Charlie Curnow’s ‘cold’ nine-word farewell after Sydney Swans unveiling on 7news.com.auWhy Adelaide will put $1m bounty on star Lion after trade deadline shock and the club that could pounce first by Nic Negrepontis for nine.com.auSimpkin set to lose North captaincy after trade bid on espn.com.auJy Simpkin’s Insta Post after his attempted trade from NorthCollingwood cult hero Mason Cox not offered new contract for 2026 AFL season on abc.net.auPremiership Magpie delisted after 207 games with three clubs on afl.com.auFormer Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley to join Geelong as assistant coach on abc.net.auBuckley to step down after 478 games as player and coach on collingwoodfc.com.auSacked ex-Kangaroos midfielder cleared to return to AFL by Callum Twomey on afl.com.auTarryn Thomas ruled eligible to return to all forms of football next season by Jon Ralph & Olivia Jenkins for the Hearld SunStats glossary: Every stat explained on afl.com.auOfficial AFL Glossary on championdata.com.Want to support the pod? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we’re super thankful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they’re at it. Prefer IRL? An old-fashioned ‘tell a friend’ is equally appreciated.Thanks for listening and see you next round.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not reflect the views or opinions of our employers, colleagues, or any affiliated organisations. All content is intended for general informational and entertainment purposes only. We are not liable for any actions taken based on this podcast.
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