The Purple Reign Podcast
Episodes
Eastern States getting salty... Freo must be playing well...
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we deep dive into the Freo v Dees clash. Plenty of chat surrounding our man, the Prancing Pony, and how the rub of the head is the st...
Disappointed Dads
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we deep-dive into the recent Freo v Cats clash, discuss the positives, and work through the areas for growth as disappointed dads. A ...
Unleash the hounds...
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we preview Freo's opening round match vs Geelong. Side note, we say 'opening round' as Freo will unlikely play a 'round 0' clash in ou...
Training the house down!
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we shake off the cobwebs and embrace the preseason a couple of weeks out from the start of what could be the Year of All Time! We dis...
2025 Post Draft Pod
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Duck and Oz run through the recent 2025 draft for the Dockers, talk about ins, and how the list may shape up for 2026. A short, sharp...
A pre-draft special feat. Andrew McDougall
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Purple Reign supporter and super player agent Andrew McDougall joins Oz for a chat on all things 2025 draft, potential needs for Freo...
Missed it by that much...
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review the heartbreaking loss to the GC Suns on a wet and wild Saturday Night. The boys were 'oh so close' to snatching victory fr...
Freo Finals Preview
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special preview episode, we take a look at the upcoming finals clash between the Dockers and the Suns. So much to discuss, including ins and o...
Book the Bus
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a crazy season with more twists and turns than a roller coaster, the mighty Fremantle Dockers are once again playing finals, in it up to their e...
Friday night Fizzle
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we take a look at the Friday night loss to the Lions, examine the potentials in at Peel, and look forward to how Freo can defeat the D...
Nathaniel Fyfe - the man the myth the legend
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we take the time to look back on an amazing career of two time Brownlow Medal legend Nat Fyfe. We also deep dive into the Port clash, ...
Tale of Two Halves
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a hard fought contest in wet and miserable conditions, the Dockers ground out a victory to get us within a sniff of the 'F' word. In this episode w...
Derby victory
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our Merch store has arrived Click here to visit the Purple Reign store and check out our latest designs. In this episode we look at the recent Derby v...
Voss eats 6 pies for breakfast
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we deep dive into the huge Freo performance against an in-form Pies outfit in front of 60K rabid Pie army supporters. A lot of positiv...
Guts Up!
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episide we take a quick look at the Dockers strong performance vs a fancied Hawks outfit. We look at the run of recent performances, and how F...
Shifting Sands of Time
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we look back at the brilliant career of Michael Walters, and the indelible mark the great man has left on the club. We also break down...
Maturity on show
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a tough and gritty performance against the Saints, the Dockers demonstrated maturity in coming back from a 3qtr time deficit, the first of the seas...
Clearance is the key!
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys look way back to last Thursday's win over the Bombers, making it five wins on the trot. Whilst the lads try to keep a firm li...
Too tall, too strong!
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we deep dive into the Saturday night special, where the mighty Dockers got over the line in a close one. We run through some potential...
Mid Season Review
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we work through the Dockers season at the half way point. We look at the GBD over the season to date, make some early calls on Doig Me...
Gold Coast Special
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the boys discuss the recent peak of the rollercoaster thus far, dismantling the Gold Coast Suns on a rain-soaked Saturday afternoon. ...
Walyalup remain undefeated
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we continue the positive vibes following the victory at Home vs the Power. Walyalup remains undefeated! We deep dive into the AP susp...
Giant upset
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we break down the Freo tsunami that took out the Giants in a tough game stamped by the Freo brand we have all waited to see for four q...
Burnt by hot pies
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we recap the Freo vs Pies clash on a Thursday night, in which the Dockers started red hot but could not capitalise on midfield dominat...
Can't jump off a rollercoaster mid ride!
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we jump straight into the main topic that an overwhelming number of listeners wanted us to address, coaching. Following a balanced and...
ANZAC Legends
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys discuss the ANZAC day clash between Freo and the Crows. The Freo blueprint is analysed, with some questions surrounding jostl...
Deestroyed by Dees
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the recent loss to the Dees at the 'G'. With lots of noise around the team's poor performance, the boys look to put som...
Gather this!
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys dissect the Gather Round clash in the Barossa, with the mighty Freo Dockers proving too big and too strong for an emerging Ti...
Tacklor's victorious 150th
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we breakdown the highly entertaining Dockers vs Doggies clash, which contained everything from attempted screamers, goals of the year,...
Unearthing a gem
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we deep dive into the derby, check out the new Freo guns, and discuss some real positives moving forward. Some quality listener's ques...
Heartbreaker at Optus
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we work through a tough loss to the Swans, in which Freo had all but won the game with 2 mins to go. Listener's questions are justifia...
Don't leave me Murph!
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we share the collective disappointment over the opening round for the Dockers. Duck and Oz deep dive into the GBD, look forward to an...
A rusty pre-season podcast
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we fight the clock to get the pod up and running, running through our predictions for the Doig Medal, Leading Goal kicker, Beacon Awar...
Final Pre-season hit out vs Dees
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Duck and Oz tackle the complexities associated with filming, along with the more important fixture played out between the Dockers and ...
Listeners questions special
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Duck and Oz deep dive into listeners' questions. With only one more practice match to go, the season is fast approaching! Hosted on A...
AFL All Stars Spectacular
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Duck and Oz attempt to shake off some rust and run through the recent All Stars v Dockers clash, taking into account it is pre-season...
Post Trade Pre-Draft Pod
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's beeeeeeeeeen! In this episode, we run a rough comb through the recent trade period and look at the upcoming draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for...
Where to from here?
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It started with a roar and ended in tears. The Power demonstrated what it takes to be a top four side, whilst a gallant Freo were unable to execute wh...
On the ropes, but not done yet!
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A brutal loss for a gallant Freo outfit has knocked our season to the canvas, and with one game left, there is still much to play for (including a fin...
Correlation could be causation
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A tough loss to the Cats puts Freo in a tough spot heading into the last two games of the season. In this episode Simon and Oz work through the GBD, P...
Reality Bites
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A disappointing result amongst some standout performances. Freo are not out of finals, but finals are on a knife edge. In this episode we examine the ...
A tale of two halves
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was the worst of times (1st half), it was the best of times (2nd half)... With a strong sense of physicality back in vogue the Dockers arm wrestled...
Demon Demolition
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To mark the Starlight Purple Haze game the mighty Freo Dockers put the Demons to the sword early and declared themselves September ready. We may be a ...
The Longest Trip in Footy
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After three-quarters of being in front, the Dockers succumbed to the Greenlight footy from the Hawks and reinforced the difficulty of the longest trip...
Big Dick (Treacy) Cyclone Warning
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On a dark and stormy night (close to it), a big purple cyclone ripped through the Tigers and warmed the Freo faithful with a performance that took fan...
Play your role!
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a stirring contest at the SCG, the Dockers gave a masterclass on 'How everyone playing their role is the blueprint for success'. However, true to t...
Preemptive self-defence
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Call it an oxymoron or simply a proven strategy, but the Dockers have a 100% win ratio when playing someone with red hair. In this episode, we look at...
Oh boy, not ideal!
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is what it is; there is always next week; it's not all doom and gloom; not at our best today; many cliches that a supporter could throw at the game...
Mid season review
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the boys run through the 2024 Season through the lens of the GBD, look at the performance of Peel players knocking at the door, exami...
Living the dream in Alice!
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Freo put the D's to the sword in the most comprehensive performance of the season. With a four quarter stunner vs a hapless outfit, Freo showed 92 rea...
Dee Brief Preview Pod
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The preview pod is back for one time only- Duck jumped on the Dee Brief pod to talk all things Dees vs Docks this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listene...
He's been doing it all day umpire!
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a closely fought contest the mighty Freo Dockers drew on the Wharfie Time inspiration to come back Lazarus style to conjure a draw from the jaws of...
It's time for a state plane!
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys discuss the tough and gritty win vs the Saints, including the strong performances of players taking the next step. We examine...
Vale Cam McCarthy
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following Cam McCarthy's tragic passing, 24 hours later the scheduled Friday night Freo vs. Swans clash went ahead, with the end result and images of ...
The Ryan Game
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a strong performance over the weekend, the mighty Freo Dockers took care of business vs the Tigers on our home away from home, the MCG. With plenty...
Freo Rollercoaster of Love
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get back on the rollercoaster of love peeps! The Dockers reminded us on Saturday night that on our day our brand of football is simply stunning! In th...
You get what you get and you don't get upset!
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a taxing two-week period of travel and fixtures, our boys returned to Optus hoping to get back on the wagon vs the Eagles. As fate would have it...
3 Point Turn
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After another nail-biting performance from the lads, Duck and Oz deep dive into the recent Port vs Dockers clash at Adelaide Oval. The boys argue that...
Highway robbery or misdirection?
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following the highly controversial gather round clash between Freo and the Blues, the boys examine a number of talking points worthy of debate. Withou...
3 and 0 way to go!
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys break down the #FreovCrows clash, which may not have been pretty football, but a gritty win is every bit as crucial for the t...
Unicorn Rustlings
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we deep dive into the Freo v Kangas hullaballoo, focus on the unicorn himself, get excited about where the team is headed, and go head...
Blue Collar Footy
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the boys try not to get too carried away with the emphatic win over last year's grand finalists. There are a few heated discussions ov...
2024 Season Preview
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode marks the first Purple Reign Vlog/Pod for 2024. Under intense media scrutiny, the boys run through the full Freo preview for 2024, includ...
Footy Tipping Comp
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With 24 hours to go until season launch the Purple Reign has decided why not start a footy tipping comp! Weekly prizes will be a $50 gift voucher from...
Nothing to see here!
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final pre-season hit out the mighty Freo Dockers went down to a strong Port outfit. In this episode, we run through the GBD, with an eye on the...
Bring back the Scratch Match name!
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the first match-sim podcast for 2024, the boys are back to discuss the Freo v WC match sim held at the mighty Lathlain Oval. The boys deep dive int...
Purple Reign Social Media callout!
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Purple Reign is back for 2024, and after a long off-season pumping weights and eating cakes, we look forward to increasing our social media conten...
Season 8 Episode 30 - Draft Trade Recap
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shaking off the cobwebbs, the boys get back in the studio to run through the recent Trade and Draft period for the mighty Freo Dockers. Plenty of Rust...
S8 Episode 29 Draft Special feat. Andrew McDougall
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourselves in Purple Reigners, in today's episode we speak with Andrew McDougall, player agent and Purple Reign supporter about all things Freo,...
Season 8 Episode 28 - Season Review
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With 2023 in the books, the boys look back to the season as it was. We run through the GBD and Macho Man of the Year, Peel Finals Talk, and answer gre...
Season 8 Episode 27 - Breaking the Dockery trend!
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a strong performance by the boys, Freo once again showed why we love the MCG and should be pencilled in as strong improvers for next year. Despite ...
Season 8 Episode 26 - Wrecking Ball
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, the Fremantle Dockers farewelled Optus Stadium for 2023 with a hard-fought and tough loss against the Power. This mar...
Round 23 Preview vs Port Adelaide
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is back and he is joined by Anthony from Pears on a Pod and The Glass Table to preview the round 23 game. We talk teams, season so far, last time...
Season 8 Episode 25 - That's a paddlin!
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On a historic night for the Matildas, the Freo Dockers put the hapless Eagles to the sword. We try not to delve into the putrid with the Eagles, and s...
Round 22 Preview - Western Derby 57
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No Duck for this Preview Episode, so Oz is covering for the great man with long-time Eagles and hybrid Dockers supporter Murph!See omnystudio.com/list...
Season 8 Episode 24 - Youngy Unplugged
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have we unlocked a serious midfielder in Young? In this episode, we look at how the Dockers have rolled the dice in the midfield and unlocked the futu...
Season 8 Episode 23 - GMHBA a home away from home!
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The boys put on a show for the ages with a gritty and lively performance vs a full-strength Geelong at GMHBA Stadium. The team played the sort of game...
Round 20 Preview vs Geelong
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Dockers play the Cats at alphabet stadium for some construction footy. Duck is joined by Ben from the Hoops Show to preview the game, and give Doc...
Season 8 Episode 22 - The blueprint?
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 12 minutes of football, the Swans kicked away to an unassailable lead in the first quarter. Outside the 12 mins, Freo showed dare, dash and flair, ...
Round 19 Preview vs Sydney
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Chris from a Bevy of Bloods to preview this weeks game. We talk ins and outs, team line ups and how much both teams have changed sin...
Season 8 Episode 21 - Too Fast, Too Furious
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The boys in purple could not withstand a 2nd quarter onslaught from the Pies, conceding ten goals and ultimately the match in an otherwise strong perf...
Round 18 Preview vs Collingwood
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Nick from Pie Nation to talk all things Collingwood vs Dockers at the MCG. The Pies are up and about and the Dockers are coming off ...
Season 8 Episode 20 - Finding the positives
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a disappointing performance, the mighty Freo Dockers were outplayed and outworked by Carlton. Looking at the game through rose-coloured glasses, th...
Round 17 Preview vs Carlton Blues
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Terry from a Blue Abroad to talk all things Freo vs Carlton. We talk about players freo fans wouldn't know, how the blues have been ...
Season 8 Episode 19 - The Business Cycle personified
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freo's roller-coaster season continued with a tough loss against the Bulldogs. In this episode, Duck and Oz deep dive into the GBD and attempt to answ...
Round 16 vs Western Bulldogs Preview
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Matt from the Salty Bulldog to talk all things Western Bulldogs vs Fremantle Dockers. We talk about the changes to the Dockers and D...
Season 8 Episode 18 - Statement game
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following a disappointing result and performance vs GWS, the boys were looking to reply through action, and reply they did! In this episode we deep di...
Round 15 vs Essendon Preview
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Rob from the Sash to talk all things Freo vs Bombers this weekend. We go over the Essendon team, discuss Brad Scott reinvigoration o...
Season 8 Episode 17 - Meconium
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following a promising four games pre-bye, the Dockers have now dropped two games in a row. In this episode, we deep dive into a disappointing result, ...
Round 14 vs GWS Preview
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Duck is joined by Needles from the Squinters to talk all things GWS. The boys discuss the unknown Giants players, Adam Kingsley coaching, the resurgen...
Season 8 Episode 16 - Tough Loss to Tigers
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On a dark and rainy evening, the Dockers started brightly, only to fall behind to an accurate Tigers outfit who were clinical in the clinches. Making ...
Round 13 vs Richmond Preview
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Duck is joined by Quinny from the Pressure Point to talk all things tigers. We go into the teams, discuss the season so far and Dimma's depa...
Season 8 Episode 15 - Mid Season Review
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourselves in for the ride Purple Army; in this episode, we deep dive into the 2023 season to date, looking at player progressions, the current ...
Season 8 Episode 14 - Walyalup undefeated!
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are up and about following a stirring win at the 'G' v Narm. Heading into the bye with all the momentum, the boys hit the ground running with...
Round 11 vs Narrm Preview
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Narrm vs Walyalup at the G 12:10pm Nuggets and Naughtsie from the DeeBrief join Duck to talk all things Narrm and a few things Walyalup! Make sure ...
Season 8 Episode 13 - Vroom vroom
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a stirring performance by the Walyalup boys, we are now sniffing around the 8 and looking to slipstream into finals contention. In this episode,...
Round 10 vs Geelong Cats Preview
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Duck is joined by Paul from the Hoops show to talk all things Cats. We go through the line ups, talk season so far from the Cats and relive ...
Season 8 Episode 12 - JJJ
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Back-to-back wins have the boys licking their lips! We are too amped to provide a decent episode description, so just trust us that this is a corker. ...
Round 9 vs Sydney Swans Preview
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks episode Duck talks to Mads from the True Bloods podcast about all things Swans. We dissect the teams, talk Logan McDonald, the booing of...
Season 8 Episode 11 - Slowly erasing the 'Lanterns' memories of 2013
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How does a handy 69 point win link to Aussie band Birds of Tokyo? Only a forever-ruined song from 2013 that was played before, during and after the in...