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Our first draw of the season, the stand rule strikes again and a trainer's comical tumble
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Collingwood and Hawthorn play out their first ever draw in 174 meetings at the MCG that was marked by umpiring chaos in the final phases with the sta...
Ross Lyon considered resignation and should we ditch the point posts?
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin & Bob Murphy pore over the Monday footy shows so you're in the loop and the chief talking point is Ross Lyon's comments that led to a meet...
AFL ARC backflip, elite running and unicorns galore
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin, Ben and Marc dissect the AFL’s stance on their ARC decisions and whether the calls are truly improving the game. Off the back of Sabastian ...
Arc confusion, umpiring frustration, Pendlebury domination
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford try and make sense of how the arc called back a decision after over a minute of continuous play. Are they umpire error...
Arc confusion, umpiring frustration, Pendlebury domination
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford try and make sense of how the arc called back a decision after over a minute of continuous play. Are they umpire error...
AFL Saturday: Gawn - 'I was embarrassed when I was reading that stuff from the appeals board'
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Daniel Harford and Dyson Heppell, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 7. Today, the team ...
Swans Keep Winning, Dogs Keep Losing Games and Players
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
They say revenge is best served cold, and the Sydney Swans served some up as they defeated the Bulldogs during their 2016 premiership reunion night. ...
Collard shock, Voss 'bullying' claims and Dogs injuries spiral further
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lance Collard appeal serves up some "extraordinary" reasoning and a reduced punishment and Brett Deledio says the whole thing is a "farce". Corbi...
Bob Murphy on Hollands and Carlton: "What did you know, why didn't you act?"
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin & Bob watch the Monday night footy shows so you don't have to and the boys have questions and feelings on the Elijah Hollands and Carlton ...
AFL Monday: AFL apologises over Butters incident and Hollands investigation continues
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In breaking news, the AFL has apologised 'for the inconvenience caused to the parties for the error of law that has led to this outcome' after the AF...
The Demons' mighty craic and how can Richmond reboot their rebuild?
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Melbourne had all the luck of the Irish, celebrating Jim Stynes today as they were able to scrape past the back-to-back reigning premiers. Richmond’...
AFL Saturday: Malthouse 'How could you not pick up that this bloke is not anywhere near switched on?'
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 6. Today, the team anal...
Blues’ recurring nightmare and Nick Daicos storms his 100th game
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Carlton once again squandered their lead, as Nick Diacos showed everyone why it’s worth celebrating his 100th game. Has the AFL had a more versatil...
Blues’ recurring nightmare as Nick Daicos storms his 100th game
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Carlton once again squandered their lead, as Nick Daicos showed everyone why it’s worth celebrating his 100th game. Has the AFL had a more versatil...
The incentive of accusers and why Luke Beveridge is ruck-ist
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy trawl through the footy shows to bring you the real stories and it's headlined by tribunal cases for Zak Butters and ...
AFL Monday: Chamberlain - ‘Calling an umpire a cheat or making that inference is as poor a thing you can say to an umpire’
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former AFL umpire Ray Chamberlain joins the show to help understand the on-field experience of being spoken to by players after Zak Butters has been ...
What did Zak Butters say and how do you improve Gather Round?
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters has flatly denied abusing umpire Nick Foot after being reported in St Kilda's victory over Port in the final game of G...
AFL Saturday: Ramanauskas on Wildcard Round - 'If you're going down the cash path, people are going to start laughing at you'
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 5. Today, the te...
Gather Round is underway and can you put a price on hosting Wildcard Round?
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Crows soared to victory at home, toppling Carlton in a soggy opener to Gather Round. Should the AFL’s Wildcard round be a commodity that they c...
Bob Murphy's advice for Carlton panic and we're cool with Clarkson x McKercher
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin & Bob have watched all the Monday night footy shows and ask the question - who needs AI, we just experienced footy heaven.Bob recalls the ...
Hawk’s heartstopper and Mad Mondays continue
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hawthorn stunned Geelong with a nail biting one-point win, is that the best finish we’ve seen this season? Carlton’s lead squandering loss leaves...
AFL Monday: Hawks heartstopper and Mad Mondays is extra raw
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hawthorn stunned Geelong with a nail biting one-point win, is that the best finish we’ve seen this season? Carlton’s lead squandering loss leaves...
Pickett power and are the Tigers getting away with how bad they’ve been?
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pickett cousins turned on a show and helped Melbourne notch up Gold Coast’s first loss of the season. Is Richmond running out of excuses for th...
AFL Saturday: Malthouse - 'This board has to be so strong to withstand what comes from outside'
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 4. Today, North Melbour...
The best 21st century rivalry, Lions finals fatigue and Easter weekend previews
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Trust Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio to hunt you some winners, choccy eggs and storylines heading into this long weekend of footy.Is the Hawks Cats ri...
Get Voss in the box and what the Oscar Allen trade teaches Essendon
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy pore over the Monday night footy shows to unpack the biggest topics and decide what's a headline and what's a red her...
Xerri's three week ban, brutal Blues assessment and how are jumper clashes still an issue?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The team dives into Tristan Xerri’s three-week ban for serious misconduct, too harsh or just right? Former Carlton skipper Marc Murphy joins us to ...
AFL Monday: Xerri's three week ban, brutal Blues assessment and why the jumper clash?
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The team dives into Tristan Xerri’s three-week ban for serious misconduct, too harsh or just right? Former Carlton skipper Marc Murphy joins us to ...
Xerri's bizarre behaviour, Carlton fade again, and the AFL locks in Grand Final times
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What punishment will North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri face for his bizarre blood wiping incident against Essendon? The Roos big man has been sen...
Xerri's bizarre behaviour, Carlton fade again and the AFL locks in Grand Final times
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What punishment will North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri face for his bizarre blood wiping incident against Essendon? The Roos big man has been sen...
AFL Saturday: McRae weighs up team needs vs milestones on Pendlebury
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 3. Today, Collingwood...
AFL Saturday: 'There's what the team needs, and then clearly the milestone's a significant one'
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 3. Today, Collingwood...
Crows Were Robbed Right in Front of Me and Where Next for Essendon
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yet another contentious call has gone against Adelaide, as Geelong make it 15 wins in a row against the Crows at Kardinia Park. Brett Deledio joins C...
Crows were robbed right in front of me and where next for Essendon
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yet another contentious call has gone against Adelaide, as Geelong make it 15 wins in a row against the Crows at Kardinia Park. Brett Deledio joins C...
Why a twilight Grand Final might actually be good
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Good news if you don't have time to watch all the Monday footy shows - Corbin & Bob Murphy do and a twilight Grand Final leads the chat.Will we f...
AFL Monday: Bombers’ woes unavoidable and why all the hamstring injuries?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Scott’s honest assessment of the Essendon’s poor performance continues to add to the misery of fans, how can the club turn their fortunes ar...
Bombers’ woes unavoidable and why all the hamstring injuries?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Scott’s honest assessment of the Essendon’s poor performance continues to add to the misery of fans, how can the club turn their fortunes ar...
Butters quiets trade talk, Voss taunt proves costly and should we scrap the clock?
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Port’s comprehensive win over Essendon, Zak Butter didn’t mince words, declaring ‘I think you're stupid if you don't want to win premiers...
Butters quiets trade talk, Voss taunt proves costly and should we scrap the clock?
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Port’s comprehensive win over Essendon, Zak Butters didn’t mince words, declaring ‘I think you're stupid if you don't want to win premier...
AFL Saturday: 'It's the kind of moment you practice as a kid in the backyard'
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 2. Today, Western Bulld...
Gunston lifts the Hawks and Merrett considers his options
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There were 13 lead changes in an exciting match, but Sydney struggled without key players and couldn’t stop the Hawks. Brett Deledio joins Corbin a...
Why Gunston's Hawks overran the Swans and price tag pressure
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There were 13 lead changes but Sydney struggled without Gulden and Heeney and the Hawks powered away in the final quarter to make it two in a row. Br...
Cranky Clarko, Fremantle's whinging and 100 goal season dreams
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every Tuesday Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy save you time by watching all the AFL footy shows and serving up their take on the most talked about is...
AFL Monday: Far from Gawn and questions about the Saints' big spend
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
St Kilda splashed the cash across the off season but couldn't find the four points against Melbourne leaving Corbin, Ben and former Carlton captain M...
'I'm still getting over it' Steele on his move from St Kilda
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former St Kilda captain Jack Steele found himself in the winning Melbourne rooms today after St Kilda told him to explore other options last year. Ja...
Nas stuck on the bench, St Kilda stuck winless
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford wrap up round one with every team in action and so many early storylines, led by St Kilda's second loss. Former Saints...
AFL Saturday: 'What the fans want to see ... they want to have hope'
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Daniel Harford, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 1. Today, AFL CEO ...
AFL Saturday: Andrew Dillon tells us why Opening Round will change in 2027
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Daniel Harford, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 1. Today, AFL CEO ...
Tigers failed to claw the game back
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers fell frustratingly short of the Blues, but a tight tussle at the end ensured for a thrilling match. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deldidio unpack ...
Carlton win "scared" and weekend stakes
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a game it seemed nobody wanted to win, Carlton's relief was visible as they scrape home despite playing "scared" against a plucky but inaccurate R...
Daicos' Tasmanian super offer and was Gorringe's Docherty gaffe scripted?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every Tuesday Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy save you time by watching all the AFL footy shows and serving up their take on the most talked about is...
Should opening 'half-round' return?
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben evaluate whether this year's edition of opening round worked. Did players find it difficult to adapt to the new rule changes? And does...
Hot Pies and Top Dogs
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cameron and Brett Deledio wrap up the Opening Round of season 2026.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling ...
Hot Pies and Top Dogs
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cameron and Brett Deledio wrap up the Opening Round of season 2026 including Collingwood showing St Kilda up thanks to a Nasiah tag and a supreme...
Corbin & Ben: 'Opening Round'
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin & Ben, joined by Gold Coast Suns CEO Mark Evans, and former AFL Umpire and now ABC Commentator Ray Chamberlain.ABC AFL commentators Corbin...
AFL Saturday: 'No 8, No Michael'
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL this Opening Round. Today's guest...
AFL Saturday: Malthouse on Voss "No 8, No Michael"
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL this Opening Round. Today's guest...
"When they go, they absolutely GO": Swans destroy Carlton and Opening Round predictions
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in 2026 Corbin and Ben are joined by Brett Deledio and they're awestruck by the Swans and fearful for Carlton after last night's o...
AFL Monday: All eyes on Opening Round
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The AFL season kicks off this week and there’s plenty to unpack, preseason form under the microscope and stand-out performers identified. Will Hawt...
Brisbane, Geelong, Collingwood, Hawthorn 2026 season preview
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The pointy end of Corbin and Ben's season previews is here and the boys ponder whether the top four from 2025 will remain at the apex of the AFL pyra...
Suns, Crows, Fremantle, GWS, Bulldogs 2026 season preview
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nine teams down, nine to go and Corbin and Ben pull out the magnifying glass to work out who's finals disappointment will spur them on and who could ...
Sydney, Carlton, St Kilda, Port Adelaide, Melbourne 2026 season preview
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben round up the five teams who missed finals last year and have eyes on making the leap in 2026 - so who will actually do it and why.Can ...
Essendon, North, Richmond, West Coast 2026 season preview
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The AFL season is days away and Corbin and Ben run through your must listen season preview for all 18 teams and first up are the bottom four teams fr...
AFL Monday: What's being going on during the off-season?
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben are back to launch another massive AFL season and before things get underway, they’re breaking down everything you missed over summe...
Roos: Fagan epitomises what leadership is today
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Roosy attributes Chris Fagan's strong leadership to Brisbane's back-to-back premiership wins as the club is still celebrating their 2025 Grand Final ...
AFL Sunday - "I didn't account for their midfield dominance"
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling dissect the AFL Grand Final a day on with Lingy in awe of Brisbane's midfield group. The Geelong legend also gives his t...
ABC Sport's Grand Final Parade coverage
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Melbourne's streets are buzzing with anticipation as the AFL parade passes through. Max Holmes' mum, Olympian Lee Naylor joins the team ahead of his ...
Paul Roos' Grand Final forecast
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Brisbane Lions have touched down in Melbourne and the city is filled with finals anticipation. Roosy reminds us of Brisbane's Fitzroy roots and t...
Will a new president solve the Bombers problems? And concussion clarity required in the off-season
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Welsh has stepped in for David Barham as the president of the Essendon Football Club, will he be able to turn this club around? Mabior Chol ha...
Should we still value the Brownlow as the AFL’s top award?
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gold Coast Sun Matt Rowell has taken home the top gong in the footy world, but is it still the most prestigious award in the industry? The footy wo...
The 'super-human' performance that defined prelim weekend
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Dangerfield single-handedly blew Hawthorn out of the water, how impressive was his display? Does the AFL need to clarify an umpire's decision...
Corbin & Ben: Who takes Charlie home?
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben are joined by Peter Bell to cover all the major topics out of Preliminary Final weekend in the AFL, look ahead to the Grand Final betw...
AFL Sunday - 'so often greats stand up in prelims'
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling unpack the weekend's preliminary finals as Geelong and Brisbane worked their way into the grand final.The pair discuss w...
AFL Saturday: 'The reality is that he's missing due to an injury'
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing Preliminary Final weekend of the AFL Finals Series. Today'...
The wait is over footy lovers, your favourite weekend of the year is here
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The teams have dropped and we take you through the ins, outs and key match-ups that will shape this weekend's games. Bobby Hill hasn't been selected ...
Felines v birds and are the Devil's still dependent on their lair?
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Four teams are putting their final touches on their preliminary finals week, Roosy takes you inside the mindset of clubs and players in a do-or-die r...
Captains run and will free agency cause the great ladder divide to grow?
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
North Melbourne's Jy Simpkin is the latest captain reportedly looking for a different club for 2026, under what circumstances can a contract be broke...
What does King's reign over Melbourne need to achieve in the immediate future?
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan Buckley still has his eye on coaching Tasmania and that might have just been enough for Melbourne to give Steven King the top job, does King h...
Hawks’ reason to crow and sun sets on Gold Coast's season
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Minor premier Adelaide bow out of the finals race in straight sets, will the Hawks be able to maintain their momentum against Geelong this Friday? Ro...
Corbin & Ben - The four best teams remain
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben are left stranded as Peter Bell is unable to join them, so between the two of them they cover all the major topics from the last week ...
AFL Sunday - we were proud to show mental fortitude
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews tells Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling how proud he was of his team mates to respond after losing to Geelong last week...
AFL Saturday: 'He is not worthy of being the captain'
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing Week 2 of the AFL Finals Series. Today's guests, Hawthorn ...
Wipeout weekend and culture concerns at the Cattery
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Four teams go into the weekend, only two will come out, who do Ben Cameron and Brett Deledio think will prevail? Has Brisbane's injury list reached a...
Smith's flock of birds and is there Merrett in a meeting?
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Essendon's captain Zach Merrett has met with Hawthorn raising questions about how players honour contracts when they’re in a rush for success? Bail...
Who makes way for Rachele and is the Eagles' position self-inflicted?
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adelaide Crow Josh Rachele has been spotted on the training track, how do teams handle the need for change after a loss? Melbourne's coaching race na...
Reviews underway, offers on the table and bring back the drop punt
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Freo and GWS have cleared their September diaries of matches, so now they must face an honest review process, how is this best tackled? Campbell Ches...
'They're a really disappointing footy club' GWS and Dockers bow out week one of finals
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Fremantle and the Giants sent packing this weekend, who does Roosy feel had a more disappointing season? There are now only six teams left in fi...
Corbin & Ben - Old Adages, 1980s Bronx, and Silly Little Games
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben reflect back on the first week of finals and give a deep dive into Fremantle and GWS's seasons.Dual premiership player Peter Bell join...
AFL Sunday: I definitely feel like we're a better side heading in this year'
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Sunday with Matt Clinch and Cameron Ling, wrapping up all the results following Week 1 of the AFL Finals Series. Today's guests, Hawthorn's Blake...
AFL Saturday: 'It was just insertion into the game that wasn't required'
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AFL Saturday with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, reviewing and previewing the first weekend of the AFL Finals Series. Today's guests...
'It's a shocking look for the game' Adelaide crowd boos Quaynor
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A tense game at the Adelaide Oval has resulted in Collingwood earning their place in the preliminary finals, but it was marred by disappointing crowd...
Howe will Collingwood win over the Crows?
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Crows have been dealt a tactical advantage with Jeremy Howe not taking the field for the Pies tonight, how can they make the most of it? Taylor W...
Rankine's remorse and Swallow's September
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Izak Rankine has touched down back in Adelaide and faced the media by himself, should the club have sent the cavalry to support him? Gold Coast's ina...
Why your club’s assistant coaches should get more credit
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what the specific roles are of the assistant coaches at your club? Roosy explains why assistant coaches are so key to a team’...
Finally, it’s finals week and records tumble in AFLW
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With three sleeps until finals footy, who is the most important player for each of the clubs and how are the teams shaping up? Interviews are now und...
Corbin & Ben - players have to be physically and mentally ready
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corbin and Ben wonder which club is under the most pressure heading into the finals and if Jordan Ridley will leave Essendon.Dual premiership player ...
AFL Sunday - which players will return for finals?
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During the pre-finals bye, former All-Australian selector Cameron Ling details the difference between the 2025 selected team and who he would have pi...
Was Jordan Dawson robbed of All-Australian captain?
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The AFL has selected its All-Australian team and despite not captaining Geelong, Jeremy Cameron was awarded skipper, was that the right choice? Baile...
Golden moment for the Suns as they make their finals debut
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gold Coast celebrated their 95-point win like they’d won the grand final and everyone’s happy to see them make their first finals appearance ...
Suns set on home and away season and Reid remains out west in the nest
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
24 rounds of footy will finally conclude tonight, can the Bombers rain on Gold Coast’s finals parade? Is paying players like Harley Reid and Tom De...