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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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26:05

'I normally just get a souva, they got an inside mid'

Real Footy ·

2022/10/11

Peter Ryan and Michael Gleeson discuss the options in front of Jaeger O’Meara, the deals that were done on Tuesday, and what’s ahead on the final day of 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 journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks for listening and don't forget to check out more great podcasts from The Age & SMH.Support the show:

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30:26

'The biggest game of chicken in the trade period'

Real Footy ·

2022/10/10

Jake Niall and Michael Gleeson discuss the groundbreaking four-way deal that got Jason Horne-Francis to Port Adelaide, the biggest impasse looming in the final two days of trading, whether Josh Dunkley will solve the Lions' midfield issues if he gets there and much 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 journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks for

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19:10

'There's a lot of grind happening': Eyeing the trade...

Real Footy ·

2022/10/07

Peter Ryan and Scott Spits wrap up day five of the trade period as negotiations slow down ahead of next week's home stretch. One player switched clubs on Friday but there's still a stack of leading names looking for a new home. Plus we answer your key questions. 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

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23:53

The Suns have stolen a march on the rest of the...

Real Footy ·

2022/10/06

Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan wrap day four of trade period, discuss the state of play in various deals including a three-club negotiation for Jason Horne-Francis, explain why salary dumping is becoming the norm and answer your questions. 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

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16:06

‘It’s causing a lot of consternation among a lot of...

Real Footy ·

2022/10/05

Peter Ryan and Marnie Vinall wrap day three of trade period, including Jack Bowes' decision to join the Cats, the pick trade that might unlock the Josh Dunkley deal, whether Paddy Dow is a good fit for Essendon and much 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 journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks for listening and don't forget to check out more

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19:34

‘Ramifications’: Why this Fremantle-North deal is...

Real Footy ·

2022/10/04

Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan discuss a potential linchpin move between North Melbourne and Fremantle, why Brisbane might trade for Jack Gunston rather than picking him up under free agency, St Kilda's interest in Zaine Cordy, the deals done on day two and much 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 journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks for

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21:32

The linked deals that will help shape the rest of...

Real Footy ·

2022/10/03

In this special episode, Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall wrap the first day of action and discuss two deals that will play a big part in the rest of the trade period. Plus, why Richmond being fast dealers is a good thing, unpacking Jason Horne-Francis' trade request and what will get the deal done, your questions answered 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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43:16

'Not going to let this moment slip': Geelong's ageing...

Real Footy ·

2022/09/25

In this special grand final edition of the Real Footy podcast, wrapping up a memorable 2022 season, chief scribe Jake Niall says he couldn’t help but be reminded of Carlton’s 1995 premiership when watching Geelong, this year's dominant premiers. 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

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42:22

‘A spread of players that you can’t stop’

Real Footy ·

2022/09/19

Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson to preview the grand final, discuss Patrick Cripps’ Brownlow win, look at what’s next for Brisbane and Collingwood and much more. Plus, Melbourne defender Libby Birch is our special guest to talk AFLW. 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

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49:38

'A much harder task'

Real Footy ·

2022/09/12

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson preview a big weekend of preliminary finals, look at Jordan De Goey's contract situation, analyse where the Demons have gone wrong this season and ask why so many players seem to want to leave Fremantle. Plus, an update on Essendon's coach hunt, a look ahead to what looms as a grand final preview in the AFLW this weekend, Brownlow predictions and much more. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to answer

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55:59

Has Collingwood's spell been broken?

Real Footy ·

2022/09/05

Mathew Stokes joins Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall to review a cracking first round of finals and preview the upcoming semi-finals. The Pies finally lost a close one; is the magic over? How will the Demons react when they match up against Dayne Zorko for the first time since the Petty sledge? Plus, the under-the-radar Swans, why Jeremy Cameron is the biggest weapon in this finals series, where to now for Richmond and the Bulldogs and why the Demons are the team to beat in

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49:06

‘Playing with house money’

Real Footy ·

2022/08/29

This week, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall preview the first week of finals and talk selection, key match-ups and who might go all the way. Plus, All-Australian selection debate, Dusty's future, your questions answered and Marnie Vinall breaks down the biggest news out of AFLW round one. 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

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45:13

'An extraordinary feat’: What’s behind the...

Real Footy ·

2022/08/22

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the high-flying Magpies and the thrilling end to the home-and-away season, why there is reason for optimism at Carlton, check in on the finalists, take a look at Essendon's handling of Ben Rutten's sacking and much 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 journalism, please subscribe to The Age today. Thanks

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34:38

'Absolutely extraordinary'

Real Footy ·

2022/08/15

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson on the off-field happenings at Essendon, from the change in presidency to Ben Rutten's tenure as coach. Plus, Carlton, Collingwood and the finals-shaping blockbusters that loom in round 23, the latest in Tasmania's hunt for the 19th licence, the Saints' position on Max King's goal-kicking and much 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

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41:11

Momentum, belief and ‘the only stat that matters’

Real Footy ·

2022/08/08

This week, Sam McClure, Jake Niall and Greg Baum discuss the Pies, who are confounding statistics and expectations and have now won 11 in a row. Plus, why trading Dustin Martin could be the right move for Richmond, what the future might hold for Lance Franklin, a watching brief on Ken Hinkley and much 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 journalism, please

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43:39

‘Monumentally poor slip-up’

Real Footy ·

2022/08/01

Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Sam McClure discuss the inefficient Blues, their junk stats and how they should be playing to capitalise on their key forward pair. Plus, the contenders for coach of the year, the Lions' woes, where things have gone wrong for GWS and much more. Read Zoe Samios' piece on the AFL's broadcast rights: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/game-on-bids-roll-in-for-multi-billion-dollar-afl-deal-20220729-p5b5st.html Read Sam McClure's column on Dustin

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43:25

'Flirting with their form'

Real Footy ·

2022/07/25

Special guest Mathew Stokes joins Jake Niall and Sam McClure to discuss the Pies' game plan and how far they can go in 2022, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's performance, the signs that the Demons have slipped and the importance of Tom Atkins to the Cats. Plus, why the onus should be on the tackler when it comes to high tackling, the looming contract problem for the Blues ... and we get an important Paw Patrol update. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.au for our hosts to

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46:05

'Back in your box'

Real Footy ·

2022/07/18

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the imperious Cats, Collingwood young gun Nick Daicos, Richmond's leadership problem, what the future holds for the underrated Luke Breust and much more. Including ... Albanian poets? 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

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40:48

'A little bit of a 2016 feel'

Real Footy ·

2022/07/11

Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Sam McClure discuss the open premiership race, Geelong showing their bona fides as contenders and what teams will need to do in the final six rounds to make the eight. Plus, Melbourne's concerns, Richmond's injury woes, whether Essendon have done enough to fend off the spectre of a coaching change and much 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

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45:47

Should the AFL look at a fixture overhaul?

Real Footy ·

2022/07/04

This week on the Real Footy podcast, we discuss whether the introduction of a 19th team could provide the perfect opportunity for an overhaul of the fixture, such as a 19-game season, an expanded finals series or a return to state of origin. Plus, what has helped the Pies thrive this season, the worry over Sydney, why the Cats look different this year and much more. 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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