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Real Footy

The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

The best footy writers from The Age and SMH bring you the weekly lowdown on all things AFL. If you like the pod, please take the time to rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. We love to hear from you and it makes it easier for the rest of the podcast world to find us. And, why not become a subscriber? Our supporters power our newsrooms and are critical for the sustainability of news coverage. Becoming a subscriber also gets you exclusive behind-the-scenes content and

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22:39

'The Lions are back'

Real Footy ·

2024/06/13

Libby Birch and Andrew Wu look at who's form is hot and who's is not in the AFL in this week's installment of the expert tips podcast. Can the Lions make a late charge for the eight? Will the Bulldogs' midfield bounce back against a stacked Fremantle team? And can the Tigers get a win for Dusty in his big milestone game?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:26

'It's Carlton and Collingwood now of the Victorian...

Real Footy ·

2024/06/11

This week on the Real Footy podcast, we ask if anyone can challenge the barnstorming Swans for this year's premiership, examine the depth of Melbourne's woes and whether St Kilda fans would be enjoying their team winning ugly.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:03

'Beware the wounded beast'

Real Footy ·

2024/06/05

Libby Birch and Andrew Wu discuss whether teams can stand up after being beaten last time out in the latest episode of the expert tips podcast. Can the Hawks extend their win streak? Is this the week North Melbourne land their first win of the season? And who will be the game-breakers when the Blues meet the Bombers?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:45

'I did not see this coming'

Real Footy ·

2024/06/03

Caroline Wilson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss whether there is a deeper problem at the Demons, the "fairest" element of the Rising Star award criteria and what's gone wrong at the Crows. Plus, more injury woes for Richmond, assessing the new AFLW fixture and are Port Adelaide a top-four team?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:06

'Real trouble'

Real Footy ·

2024/05/29

Andrew Wu and Libby Birch discuss an evenly split round on this week's expert tips episode. How will the weather affect Port Adelaide's clash with Carlton? Can the Hawks play finals in 2024? Can things get worse for the Saints this season? And despite sitting second, are the Bombers only just hanging on right now?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:38

Can Essendon go all the way this year?

Real Footy ·

2024/05/27

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the Bombers, who are now unbeaten in seven games. Plus, the Blues' move up forward, spotlight on umpiring and is the Lions' season done? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:57

Danger game

Real Footy ·

2024/05/22

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan get strategic in this week's expert tips episode. Which team is impossible to tip against? Will the Cats lose their fourth game straight? And can the Tigers put in a better performance on the Dreamtime stage?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:57

'Showed a lot of cracks'

Real Footy ·

2024/05/20

Cats premiership player Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall to discuss what this round taught us about how even the competition is, St Kilda’s struggles and the Bombers’ top four bona fides. Plus, whether the AFL should bring in a team in the NT and what Richmond needs from its senior players.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:57

Crazy brave

Real Footy ·

2024/05/15

In this week's expert tips episode, Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss where the Swans might be vulnerable, an MCG losing streak that stretches back to 2017 and a grudge match that is losing its bite. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:20

'There's some new level of humility within the club'

Real Footy ·

2024/05/13

This week, we discuss why this Essendon revival is legitimate, how the death of Cam McCarthy affected the Giants and Dockers and the Cats concussion controversy. Plus, the toothless Tigers and how the Magpies are thriving despite their injury woes.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:26

'Full-scale panic'

Real Footy ·

2024/05/08

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss injuries, big ins for round nine and the fact that Tom Hawkins hasn't received a free kick all season. Who will win the battle of the midfields when the Blues take on the Demons? Is there hope for a Hawks upset against the Saints? And what's going on with Toby Greene? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:42

'He'll be fighting for his job'

Real Footy ·

2024/05/06

Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss the pressure on Luke Beveridge and the Bulldogs after their loss to the Hawks, what Collingwood need if they are to contend for this year's flag and the teams that lowered their colours on the weekend. Plus, a discussion about the AFL's tributes to victims of gender-based violence and what might come from it. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:48

The miraculous six-day hammy

Real Footy ·

2024/05/01

Peter Ryan and Andrew Wu tip a round of rivalries - and not much travel - in this week's expert tips episode. What aspect of the game will decide the Carlton-Collingwood result? Will wet weather suit the Swans or the Giants? And do the Saints have anything to be nervous about against the Roos?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:10

'An extraordinary turnaround'

Real Footy ·

2024/04/29

Caroline Wilson, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss the three teams that are clear contenders and the couple that could join them. Have the Cats all but sealed a top-four finish with their flawless start? And should the Blues be concerned after that round seven result? Plus, the biggest worry for the Saints, the tough questions that need to be asked at Collingwood and the pre-season prediction that's not looking so good. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See

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22:43

'Too bad to be true'

Real Footy ·

2024/04/23

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan face the music after a tough weekend of tipping, and look ahead to some blockbusters in round seven. Are the Bombers a chance on Anzac Day? How much of a factor will injury be in the Cats-Blues game? And which contest is a real 50-50 game?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:01

Straight for the jugular

Real Footy ·

2024/04/22

Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson discuss whether the Pies are back, the key factor in Carlton's win over GWS and the change the Bombers have made to improve in recent weeks. Plus, is it time to put a line through the Lions for 2024? And what's gone wrong at Fremantle?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:46

A redemption story

Real Footy ·

2024/04/17

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the surprising streak Essendon are on heading into Friday night's game, the "genuine coin toss" of the round and whether Gold Coast can cause an upset. Plus, do the Giants have enough depth in defence to handle the Blues' twin towers?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:04

Brutal calls

Real Footy ·

2024/04/15

Caroline Wilson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss the Western Bulldogs' issues, from whether their list is overrated to what the future holds for Luke Beveridge. Plus, the issue at the root of Hawthorn's woes, how Harley Reid has exceeded already high expectations and the silver lining for Richmond.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:06

Extreme hoodoo

Real Footy ·

2024/04/10

Libby Birch and Peter Ryan reflect on loyalty, angry defenders and the Shinboner spirit in this week's episode of the expert tips podcast. Plus, where the Crows are going wrong, the game that could be closer than everyone expects and is this the week that West Coast get a breakthrough win?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:41

Are the Blues the real deal?

Real Footy ·

2024/04/08

Mathew Stokes joins Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson to discuss the three undefeated teams' bona fides, the importance of good player development and why Bombers fans have every right to be frustrated. Plus, the Cat who is one of the most underrated players in the league, reviewing the review system and the importance of Melbourne's clash with the Lions this week.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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