Pies Nation

Pies Nation: DePendlebury

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How fitting that this is episode 10 of the season, as we tuned into Anzac Day and watched a masterclass from THE master. Scott Pendlebury turned back ...

Pies Nation: Daicos Delights Again

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The old adage came true once again on Thursday night, no matter awful Collingwood could be, there’s always a Carlton side that will make you look 10...

Pies Nation: An Angry Gather

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We suffered our first ever loss at Gather Round on Friday night, going down to Fremantle by six points in a less than ordinary match that now truly pu...

PNP Game Preview | Round 5 vs Fremantle

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NOTE - This was recorded prior to teams being released.Nico and Marcus preview the massive clash against Fremantle at Gather Round this Friday night. ...

Pies Nation: WTF

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It was difficult viewing on Thursday night as we came to terms with a devastating defeat to Brisbane on Thursday night that makes us question if we re...

Pies Nation: The Steene-setter

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It took a while to get there but we proved we were too strong for the GWS Giants at Marvel Stadium on Friday night, winning by 33 points to set oursel...

PNP Game Preview | Round 3 vs GWS Giants

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NOTE - This was recorded on Monday prior to teams being released!Nico and Jack discuss the upcoming clash against the Giants and why there are no excu...

Pies Nation: Getting on with it

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve had our early bye and we can finally start to look towards some more consistent footy for the Pies as we aim to get a better idea of where we ...

Pies Nation: Connection Pending

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It was a disappointing performance to witness on Saturday night as we were outplayed by Adelaide at the MCG, going down by 14 points to record our fir...

PNP Game Preview | Round 1 vs Adelaide

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan preview our huge clash against the Crows at the MCG on Saturday night.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwit...

Pies Nation: Sizzling past the $aints

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We have fallen in love with Opening Round again after Collingwood got off to the perfect start to Season 2026 with a 12-point victory over St Kilda at...

Black & White Breakdown: Our Opening Round clash with the Saints

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nico, Marcus and Jack preview our huge start to the season as we take on the Saints at the MCG on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Black & White Breakdown: Who is it a big year for?

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nico, Marcus and Jack predict which Magpie needs to have a massive year as we look to remain contenders in 2026. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Pies Nation: 2026 Season Preview

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The 2026 campaign is approaching rapidly as our opening round clash against St Kilda is just days away, and we can’t wait to watch some Collingwood ...

Black & White Breakdown: Defensive Concerns & The Captaincy Dilemma

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nico, Marcus and Jack discuss the concerns surrounding our backline with the early injuries to Jeremy Howe and Darcy Moore, and speaking of the skippe...

Pies Nation: Here we go again

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We’re super pumped to be back for another season of the Pies Nation Podcast as the 2026 season draws closer and closer. Who knows this campaign will...

Pies Nation: 2025 Season Review

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s that time of the year where we review the season that was, we discuss the highs and lows of 2025 and talk through some of the news that has alr...

Pies Nation: Lions feast on checked out Pies

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2025 season has come to an unfortunate end, as we were no match for a brutal Brisbane Lions outfit in the preliminary final on Saturday, completin...

Pies Nation: Episode 200 - A date with the Lions

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The stage has been set. We will get another chapter to the Collingwood v Brisbane rivalry when the Pies face the Lions on Saturday at the MCG and we c...

Pies Nation: Booed all the way into a prelim

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Half a week later and we are still in awe of what took place on Thursday night. The Pies were at their scintillating best, handling the top of the lad...

Pies Nation: The Showdown

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The home and away season is done, the finals are upon us and it does not get any bigger than this in 2025. Adelaide in Adelaide, this Thursday Night. ...

PNP Bonus: The Pre-Finals Bye with Sharrod Wellingham

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With the Pies resting up on their pre-finals bye, Nicholas Sacco is joined by 2010 Collingwood premiership hero Sharrod Wellingham to chat about his t...

Pies Nation: Qualified

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While it was far from the convincing display we wanted to see, we went were on the right side of a close result, defeating Melbourne by six points to ...

PNP Thursdays: Demons Preview

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our final home and away clash of the season against Melbourne. We touch on selection, the importance ...

Pies Nation: Threw it away

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was right there for the taking against the top of the table Crows on Saturday but will fell three points short as we quickly set our sights on the ...

PNP Thursdays: Previewing the Crows

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview the enormous contest with Adelaide this Saturday night at the Adelaide Oval. we react to team selecti...

Pies Nation: Howe did we get here?

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Everything that could go wrong did go wrong on Thursday night, with the Pies humiliated by the Hawks at the MCG, putting our spot in the top four, and...

PNP Wednesdays: Hawks Preview

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our must win clash with Hawthorn tomorrow night. We discuss the crucial inclusions of Jeremy Howe and...

Pies Nation: Back in the pack

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We failed the first test on Saturday night, going down to Brisbane by 27 points at the MCG. We’re back in the pack and with plenty of questions stil...

PNP Thursdays: Lions Preview

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our massive game against Brisbane this Saturday night at the MCG. We react to the teams as they dropp...

Pies Nation: 17 starts now

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was far from perfect on Sunday afternoon but a six-goal win is a six-goal win and that’s what we did against Richmond at the MCG to stay on top o...

PNP Thursdays: Tigers Preview

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our clash with Richmond at the MCG this Sunday. We discuss who needs to stand up in the absence of Be...

PNP Bonus: Roan Steele chats to Pies Nation

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan are joined by Collingwood 2025 mid-season draftee Roan Steele for a chat about his journey to the Pies. Roan talks ...

Pies Nation: Freo Frustration

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A day of frustration turned into a day of disappointment, as the Pies succumbed to a second straight loss, this time to the Dockers by just one-point ...

PNP Thursdays: Dockers Preview

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan as we preview our crucial battle with Fremantle at the MCG this Sunday. We discuss our likely team changes, ho...

Pies Nation: Sunburnt

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It got ugly quickly and despite a monumental second half effort, the Pies’ winning streak came to an end with a six point defeat to the Suns up in G...

PNP Thursdays: Suns Preview

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan (live from Gold Coast) as we preview our massive Friday night battle with the Suns. we chat about the billing as Go...

Pies Nation: Friday Training Session Review

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A pleasant open training session on Friday night at the MCG saw the Pies pick up a 56-point victory in their scrimmage over Carlton and whilst we enjo...

Pies Nation: Ugly wins are still wins

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was ugly and a very tough watch at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, but it not derail the Pies’ quest for a seventh straight win as we picked up a 29-...

PNP Thursdays: Eagles Preview with BackChat's Dan Const

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nicholas sits down with BackChat's Dan Const to preview the Pies upcoming clash with West Coast at Marvel Stadium this Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Pies Nation: If you come at Nick, you best not miss

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Saints tagged and haggled and did everything to stop us in our tracks, but they were unable to topple the mighty Pies at Marvel Stadium, as we now...

PNP Thursdays: Saints Preview

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview the start of the second half of the season as we take on the Saints at Marvel Stadium. We chat St Kil...

PNP Bonus: The Art of Tagging with Brent Macaffer

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2010 Premiership Pie Brent Macaffer joins the Pies Nation Podcast in a special bonus episode to chat about the hot topic of tagging. Were his tactics ...

Pies Nation: Steele got it

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Dees came out to play but the Pies showcased why they are now six points clear on top of the ladder, as we held on for a one-point victory at the ...

PNP Thursdays: King's Birthday Preview with Adrian from The Deebrief

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach another huge King's Birthday clash, Nicholas is joined by Adrian from the Deebrief to preview the big game and encourage everyone to ge...

Pies Nation: The lid is loosening

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was a result we’ve dreamt of for a long time on Friday night, as the Hollywood Hawks flopped in a 51-point defeat to the Magpies, moving us to 10...

PNP Thursdays: Previewing the Hawks

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our massive Friday night battle with Hawthorn at the MCG. We tread carefully about how we can keep th...

Pies Nation: Staying northbound

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We surged late and it was enough to help deliver another comprehensive victory, this time by 45 points over North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium, despite...

PNP Thursdays: Previewing the Roos with Marnie from Kanga TV

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nicholas Sacco is joined by Marnie from Kanga TV to preview the big Saturday night clash between the Pies and the Roos on Saturday night! We discuss b...

Pies Nation: Plenty to Crow about

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re back on top of the AFL ladder after another close victory over the Crows at the MCG, this time to the tune of 10 points in the wet conditions,...

PNP Thursdays: Crows Preview

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our huge Saturday afternoon showdown with Kuwarna at the MCG. We react to the team selection as it dr...

Pies Nation: Managing our way to victory

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We managed our way to a return to the winner’s list, defeating Fremantle by 14 points over in Perth on Thursday night without some big names as we l...

PNP Wednesdays: Previewing the Dockers

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our Thursday night encounter with the Dockers. We discuss our mass changes, including our immediate r...

PNP Bonus: Ned Long chats to Pies Nation

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this bonus episode of the Pies Nation Podcast, Nicholas Sacco chats to Collingwood midfielder Ned Long!Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwi...

Pies Nation: Near purr-fection

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We nearly pulled off another miracle fightback late in the last term but the fairytale finish didn’t come as we went down to Geelong by three points...

PNP Thursdays: Cats Preview

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan as we preview our massive clash against Geelong, including an in depth look at our three changes, who are some...

Pies Nation: Take a bow

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The winning ways continued on one of the biggest days of the sporting calendar, as we defeated Essendon by 41 points on Anzac Day to remain on top of ...

PNP Thursdays: Anzac Day Preview with Rob from The Sash

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nicholas Sacco joins Rob from The Sash Podcast to preview another massive Anzac Day clash this Friday. We dissect how both teams might line up and how...

Pies Nation: Sitting on top of the world

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's now five straight wins for the mighty Pies as we demolish the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba to move back to our rightful home at the top of the AFL...

PNP Wednesdays: Previewing the Lions

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our Easter Thursday battle against the unbeaten Lions and discuss how we can continue our own winning...

Pies Nation: Suffocating the Swans

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We continued our unbeaten run at Gather Round with a very convincing 31-point victory over the Sydney Swans, and despite missing some troops, the Pies...

PNP Thursdays: Previewing the Swannies

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Jack Dugan as we preview our Gather Round clash with the Swans. We discuss the thoughts on our trio of inclusions, Nick Daicos...

Pies Nation: Deja Blue

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was business as usual from the mighty Pies last Thursday night, taking care of the hapless Blues in front of a big MCG crowd to not only send them ...

PNP Thursdays: Fox Footy's Ben Cotton talks Maynard and how the Pies are shaping in 2025

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fox Footy reporter Ben Cotton joins Nicholas Sacco to discuss how the Pies are shaping in season 2025, how to fill Reef McInnes' void in defence and w...

Pies Nation: Like Fine Wine

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The undermanned yet motivated Bulldogs came out snarling on Friday night, but the Pies were able to hold firm and remain on the winners list with a na...

PNP Thursdays: Footscray Preview

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan as we preview our battle with Footscray at the MCG on Friday night, as we look to ruin their milestone night.F...

Pies Nation: It's lights out and away we go

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Pies got back to their best on Saturday with a scintillating 91-point thumping of Port Adelaide at the MCG, and with so many stars, both new and o...

PNP Thursdays: Power Preview

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan as we preview our return to the MCG for season 2025 in a huge clash against Port Adelaide on Saturday night.Fo...

Pies Nation: Pickle Juiced

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was another disappointing showing against the Giants during the Opening Round, as we suffered our largest loss to GWS in a 52-point defeat, and whi...

Pies Nation: Rejuvenated

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are rested, refreshed and ready to tackle whatever 2025 may bring to us and as always, we are looking forward to riding the journey with you all th...

Pies Nation: As quick as a flash, the season ends

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been a season full of ups and downs, and despite lightning making us wait it out an extra 30 minutes, season 2024 has officially come to an end...

Pies Nation: It was fun while it lasted

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been a weekend full of up’s and down’s. What looked heading for a huge loss early turned into a terrific come from behind win over the Lion...

Pies Nation: Insufficient Intent

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A devastating defeat to the top of the ladder Swans on Friday night, particularly after being beyond five goals ahead early in the final term, and whi...

Pies Nation: Wined and Dined - The Pendles Way

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was an enormous week for the black and white faithful and we delivered in the most entertaining performance imaginable, claiming a three-point triu...

Pies Nation: Do it for Pendles

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finally! After what felt like forever, we were able to return to the winners list in round 20 after a 26-point victory over Richmond at the ‘G and w...

Pies Nation: Goodnight?

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It went from bad to worse for the Pies, after we were completely embarrassed by Hawthorn on Saturday afternoon. All but confirming the end of our prem...

Pies Nation: A chat with Lachie Sullivan

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode of the Pies Nation Podcast, join Nicholas and Marcus as we go in-depth with Collingwood midfielder Lachie Sullivan about his j...

Pies Nation: Far from purrrrfect

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a season defining contest, we failed to get the four points, going down to Geelong to suffer our third straight loss, and make our quest for a fina...

Pies Nation: Time for the Fly Spray

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A disappointing display after quarter time saw the Pies fall to Essendon last Friday night, and as the tests continue to come, it’s clear we need to...

Pies Nation: Reliance

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whilst we thought the sunny Gold Coast would see us maintain winning ways, we were outplayed but a determined Suns outfit by 11 points, which starts t...

Pies Nation: FlagByes

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a well deserved break, the Pies seem ready and destined to tackle what looks be a monstrous run home for the reigning premiers. Join Nicholas Sa...

Pies Nation: 92-38

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was miraculous in every sense of the word yesterday at Marvel, finding ourselves 54 points down in the third quarter and not looking anything like ...

Pies Nation: Deelightfully Devilish

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

King’s Birthday saw us produce the perfect response to our defeat last week, with a complete four-quarter performance to defeat Melbourne by 38 poin...

Pies Nation: Dog of a night

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our unbeaten run came to an end on Friday night despite having chances aplenty, going down to the Dogs by 18 points to find ourselves outside the top ...

Pies Nation: Drawing conclusions

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a game we all honestly thought we had won and done with eight minutes remaining before the Free surge forced both sides to share the points on ...

Pies Nation: Running far away with the win

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We resumed normal programming on Saturday at the MCG, as we held on to produce a narrow four-point triumph over Adelaide to continue our unbeaten run ...

Pies Nation: A big win, but at what cost

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We were able to enjoy Mother’s Day in peace and tranquility on Sunday as the Pies cruised to a 66-point win over the Eagles, but not without a coupl...

Pies Nation: We still OWN this club

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It gets harder and harder to describe the joy that comes out of beating the Blues, especially when Friday night panned out the way it did. But we will...

Pies Nation: Everything but a winner

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was an incredible Anzac Day last Thursday afternoon, it was a game that had everything but a winner. Did we blow our chance? Were we lucky to escap...

Pies Nation: Powerful Pies

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a Power outage at the G, well at least after QT, as Collingwood got back to their best footy to record a 42 point win over Port Adelaide to mak...

Pies Nation: Three weeks to define the season

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coming off the bye, let’s hope the Pies are refreshed and ready for what is set to be a massive three weeks for the playing group, starting with our...

Pies Nation: Gathering our breaths back

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It truly was a great escape yesterday afternoon, as Gather Round finished with us surviving by five points over Hawthorn to give us a 2-3 record appro...

Pies Nation: That was an Eggcelent win

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, that’s right, we are well and truly back. As the Pies do so well time and time again, we absorbed all the pressure that’s come our way throug...

Pies Nation: Sound the alarm

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are approaching Round 3 and we are still yet to register our first win of the 2024 campaign, going down by 15 points to St Kilda on Thursday night ...

Pies Nation: Let's try this again

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A horror night unfolded at the MCG last Friday, as the Pies succumbed to a strong Sydney outfit, going down by 33 points to start our season 0-2. Join...

PNP: Previewing the Swans

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Nicholas, Marcus and Jack as we give our instant reactions to tonight's team news, preview what to expect from the in-form Swans and predict our ...

Pies Nation: We're going to be ok

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a disappointing way to kick off our premiership defence, with the Pies going down to the Giants by 32 points in Round 0, but at least we don’...

Pies Nation: Zeroing in on the opening round

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our return to the studio comes ahead of our first match of the 2024 season and we can’t wait to get stuck into the year, and yes that even means we ...

Pies Nation: We're back to go back to back

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are indeed back for 2024, fresh off our 16th premiership, and the boys are super excited to bring your more content throughout the season as we aim...

Pies Nation: 2023 Season Review

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Just in case you needed another reminder that we’re the premiers in 2023, we’ve got a big season review episode for you, looking back on what's be...