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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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15:23

'Some sort of curse'

Real Footy ·

2024/04/03

Libby Birch and Sam McClure take a look ahead to Gather Round in this week's edition of the expert tips podcast. Which two games are exciting our experts the most? Which duo will be giving their opposition nightmares? And why is Sam tipping the Suns against GWS?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:17

'You couldn't make this up'

Real Footy ·

2024/04/02

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss what Richmond showed about their future with their win over Sydney, Essendon's gutsy victory over the Saints and whether the Eagles deserve priority picks. Plus, the AFL's illicit drug policy dilemma, unpacking Brisbane's poor start to the season, debate over how Jack Ginnivan is being umpired and much more.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:46

'A bit of rat cunning'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/26

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan try to predict round three in this week's edition of the expert tips podcast. Is it worth the risk to tip the Pies at the Gabba? Which game is not as straightforward as it might look, and which team might give their more favoured opponents a fright? And will lightning strike twice on one of the biggest upsets of 2023?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:28

'Close to the end of the road'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/25

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss how the Pies have been worked out and the players who have struggled to start the new season. Plus, Essendon's big issue, the worry about Hawthorn and have the Bulldogs answered their critics with the win over Gold Coast? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:20

A hard lesson to learn

Real Footy ·

2024/03/20

Andrew Wu gets on the front foot and Peter Ryan applauds him for it as they tip round two. Can the Pies improve against the Saints after a shaky start to their premiership defence? Plus, which game has split our experts, and which do they think will be tight?Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:10

'They had no right to win'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/18

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the stumbling 2023 grand finalists, Clayton Oliver's star turn for the Demons and the upside for Carlton. Plus, the issues at the Bulldogs and the challenge ahead for Luke Beveridge, the formidable Swans, how the Saints impressed and much more. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:15

The team with the most to lose

Real Footy ·

2024/03/13

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan get controversial with their locks of the week as they tip round one. Which game will give us an insight into what will happen in September? Can the Pies get out of pre-season mode? And will the Demons suffer the same old on-field struggles this week? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:47

'That was just extraordinary'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/11

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss Carlton's comeback win over the Lions, from Brisbane's issues to the most impressive Blues performances. Plus, whether "opening round" was a success, Collingwood's defensive problems and are Richmond caught in the twilight zone? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:34

'Fraught with danger'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/06

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are back to guide you through their tips for opening round - and give a key piece of advice for the year. Have Melbourne fixed what needed repairing? Can the Blues overcome their injuries in their preliminary final rematch? And will lack of star power hurt Richmond against the Suns? Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:44

'Win some bloody games'

Real Footy ·

2024/03/04

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the biggest stories of the off-season and get out the crystal ball ahead of the season proper. The Blues are a talented team. Should they be confident of a top-four finish? What is Essendon's 20-year-long issue? How will Adem Yze go in his first year as senior coach at Richmond? And can Collingwood go back-to-back? Watch Jake's chat with Scott Pendlebury:

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31:55

The most interesting trade that didn't get done

Real Footy ·

2023/10/18

Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deals that went through on a busy deadline day, from the trade that came down to the last 30 seconds to some of the more interesting choices made by clubs. Which deal that didn't get done will be a big watch for next season? Should there be a loyalty bonus for players who stick with one club? Which team had the best trade period? And if you thought it was a stretch to get Viv Richards mentioned in Tuesday's podcast, you'll love the Judi Dench shoutout

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21:49

'Picks are flying everywhere'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/17

Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss Hawthorn's interest in Jack Ginnivan, how likely it is that the deal gets done and what it would take to get it over the line. Plus, the four-club deal that will get Paddy Dow and Nick Coffield to new homes, whether Harrison Petty is any chance of leaving Melbourne and much more, including ... a mention of Viv Richards?Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. And if you value

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22:05

'Collingwood have paid a premium'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/16

Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss the price the Pies paid for Lachie Schultz and whether Freo's return benefits Justin Longmuir as well as the Dockers. And what does it mean for Jack Ginnivan? Plus, the good bit of business the Blues are set to get done, the likelihood of the Duursma brothers playing together in 2024 and more. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. And if you value independent, quality

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19:02

Gunston to Hawks? 'There'd been some murmurings'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/13

Andrew Wu and Marc McGowan discuss how the Jade Gresham to Essendon deal finally happened, the chances of Jack Gunston making a stunning return to Hawthorn and assess Melbourne's decision to secure Tom Fullarton, who could be described as 'Brodie Grundy's replacement'. Also on the agenda, Tom Hawkins staying with the Cats and how recruiting managers will spend the weekend. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and

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23:17

‘No one really wants him to walk to the draft’

Real Footy ·

2023/10/12

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss why the Cats are playing hardball with Esava Ratugolea and the attempts to prise Ollie Lord from the Power. Also on the agenda, Adelaide’s interest in Harrison Petty, why Tyler Brockman is being sought after by both West Australian clubs, and whether Jade Gresham’s move from St Kilda to Essendon is holding up a number of other trades. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and

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20:35

'Struck on the backside by a rainbow'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/11

Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss why Melbourne have done well out of the Brodie Grundy trade, what the latest trades tell us about how clubs view this year's draft and the inside word on the potential Lachie Schultz trade. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. And if you value independent, quality journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks for listening and don't forget to check out more

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21:13

'Detached from reality'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/10

Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan wrap the second day of trade period and discuss the done deals, the draft points system, the talk about Tom Hawkins' future, how likely the Eagles are to part with pick one and whether it's a good idea for the Dogs to try to trade Rory Lobb. And is it time to add an undo button to trade period...? Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. And if you value independent, quality

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21:43

'A lot to pay'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/09

In the first of our series of daily trade specials, Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deal that sent pick four to the Bulldogs and why the Dogs paid so much for it, why it's easier for clubs to get higher compensation for free agents this year and the free agency quirk around Lachie Schultz, who wants to become a Magpie. Plus, the case for wiping out compensation in free agency, how likely it is that North will trade up for pick one and will Port and Essendon go old school with a trade this

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29:53

'He's killed the Colliwobbles single-handedly'

Real Footy ·

2023/10/01

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall dissect Collingwood's win, from the biggest moments on game day to the cultural change that helped the Pies to success. Who was the most influential Magpie on the field? Where did the Lions go wrong? And is this the start of a Collingwood dynasty? Plus, is the premiership dream over or is there plenty for the Lions to be positive about? Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on

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20:54

'He's going to have to be clever'

Real Footy ·

2023/09/28

Peter Ryan begins his victory lap and Andrew Wu reminds everyone who won in 2022 in the final episode of the expert tips podcast for this season. Oh, and they preview the grand final, too. Where do the Lions have a pronounced advantage? How will the Pies want the game played? Will Billy Frampton play forward or back? Plus, the inside word on the stats that matter. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. And

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