The Buddy & Shane Show
AFL show hosted by Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford, discussing Australian rules football.
Episodes
Crawf Picks A MASSIVE Shock Upset, Buddy Stunned! | AFL Round 14 Preview
Buddy and Shane are back with their Round 14 AFL preview and they're not holding back! With Collingwood, Carlton, Hawthorn and Fremantle all on the bye, the boys break down every game of the action-packed round — from the Thursday night blockbuster between the Western Bulldogs and Adelaide, to Geelong's bounce-back bid against Gold Coast, Melbourne's pursuit of a ninth straight MCG win against Ess
Buddy Makes A Big, BIG Call For AFL Premiers In 2026 | AFL Round 13 Review
What a weekend of AFL footy — six games decided by 8 points or less and Buddy nearly called the upset of the season! In this week's Round 13 Review, The Buddy & Shane Show breaks down every big moment: St Kilda's stunning 33-point lead over Sydney that just slipped away, Carlton's four-in-a-row under caretaker coach Josh Fraser and whether he's outsmarting everyone by refusing the job, North Melbo
Buddy Makes His Biggest, Riskiest, Most Outrageous Tip Yet | AFL Round 13 Preview
Preview the biggest AFL Round 13 clashes with Buddy and Shane as they go head-to-head on every game of the weekend. From the Thursday night blockbuster between Adelaide and Geelong, to the heated Q Clash debate where Shane backs Gold Coast and Buddy won't budge on Brisbane, to Buddy's bold upset tip that even he can't believe he's making — this episode has it all. Plus, the boys break down the Kin
Could Carlton Really Be All The Way Back? | AFL Round 12 Review
Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford are back to break down a massive Round 12 in the AFL. The Buddy & Shane Show celebrates Buddy's perfect tipping week, and dives into the biggest story of the round — Carlton's stunning win over Geelong with a rejuvenated Patrick Cripps leading the charge. The boys react to a fired-up audio message from the return of superfan The Mad Bagger. We also unpack Fremantl
Buddy Backs Bottom Side To Win BIG! | AFL Round 12 Preview
Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford preview a loaded AFL Round 12, kicking off with a Thursday-night Saints v Hawks clash at Marvel where the boys debate the Hawthorn star's return from VFL and whether St Kilda can slow the ball up enough to take Hawthorn out of their game. They dig into Carlton's belief revival against the premiership-fancied Cats (and why Jeremy Cameron is a matchup nightmare for
Buddy Makes A BOMBSHELL Call For The Next Carlton Coach | AFL Round 11 Review
Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford are back to break down a massive Round 11 weekend — and NostraBuddus is firing! The boys unpack Brisbane's horror show as GWS kicked 14 goals in a single quarter against the reigning premiers, celebrate North Melbourne's stunning comeback (which Buddy called!), and assess Geelong's premiership credentials after knocking off Sydney, while Shane shares the b
How Carlton Can Actually Make The Finals - Ripping The Lid Off The AFL's Unlikeliest Comeback
Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford break down a massive AFL Round 10, from Scotty Pendlebury's looming 433-game record and the bold picks for who could one day chase it down, to a Geelong masterclass that has Shane calling the Cats premiership favourites. The boys debate whether Carlton should trade captain Patrick Cripps, react to a wild listener voicemail predicting the Blues sneak into the final
Buddy Goes BANG - The Wild Prediction For Geelong Against The Mighty Lions | Round 10 Preview
The Buddy & Shane Show is back with a massive AFL Round 10 2026 preview. Buddy and Shane run through every fixture of the round, deliver bold tips, debate the Brisbane Lions vs Geelong Cats grand final rematch, and lock in Bud's Big Call for Thursday night footy at the Gabba.
Coming off a perfect tipping week (Geelong over Collingwood), Buddy is backing the Cats again — picking Jeremy Cameron as t
Are Geelong The Sleeping GIANTS For The 2026 Premiership?
Buddy's fresh from the Mother's Day half marathon and names his five teams that can win the flag. Shane picks up Kevin Costner at the Gabba as his Better Beer Big Moment, while Frederick's clutch goals wrecked Buddy's Thursday night sleep. Tracey gets a kicking lesson from the great man himself, Watson is crowned the best small forward by a long, long way, and Buddy makes the case for mid-season t
Should Carlton TRADE It's Stars? Unpacking WHITEBOARD GATE! & Eagles Embarrassing Loss
Footy is BACK — close games, drama and a leaked whiteboard that has the whole AFL talking. Shane breaks down Brisbane's "Whiteboard-Gate" and Buddy reveals how he handled strengths and weaknesses as a player. The boys roast Hawks physio "Lambo" for rupturing both hamstrings on the run, Malcolm Rosas Jr lights up the SCG with seven for the Swans, Brayden Cook wins the Showdown in the dying seconds,
HUGE Round 8 Preview: Can Collingwood Upset Hawks? Heeney VS Kozzy, Who Wins?
Buddy and Shane sweep through every Round 8 matchup. Should ruckmen even be allowed to kick? Why nobody can lay a hand on Jack Gunston. Bring back the tagger — The case for putting a Jordan Clarke job on Kozzy Pickett. Plus the "best bunch of small forwards we've ever had", a Showdown call, and a 7:20 Sunday Gold Coast fixture that Shane reckons everyone will sleep through. Buddy's Big Call predic
Can Anyone Stop Brisbane's Three-peat? Umpiring & ARC are a MESS! & Brownlow & Coleman Predictions
Buddy comes in steaming about the state of the AFL — six blow-outs in seven games and counting. Shane declares war on the ARC after another shocker, Pendlebury delivers a 43-possession Anzac Day masterclass and exposes Essendon's "bruise-free footy", and Kozzy Pickett launches into top-five territory with another best-on. Plus the case for a three-peat, are these the best small forwards ever, and
HUGE Round 7 Preview: Can The Tigers & Dons Pull Off Huge ANZAC DAY Upsets? Plus Who Is The Bast Small Forward In The Competition
Buddy's fresh from his footy comeback! Sydney smash the Dogs and Charlie Curnow silences the critics kciking 7 goals. Plus Sam Darcy's ACL heartbreak, the best small forward debate, and Buddy's big call for an upset in Canberra.
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0:00 Buddy's Dowerin comeback
7:13 Sydney DEMOLISH teh dogs
9:23 Can the Bulldogs still play finals?
12:38 Everyone is with you Elijah
17:07 The Revamped Dees U
HUGE Round 6 Preview: Season OVER For Powerhouse Club & Will Dogs Lose 2 in a Row?
Buddy's Big Call of the week — Josh Tracy to kick SEVEN goals and win the Ross Glendinning Medal in the derby. Shane makes an outrageous five-year grand final prediction for Richmond. And Buddy predicts SIX goals for himself in the Darren Tigers game — "you arrogant bastard." Plus every game of Round 6 previewed including the Carlton vs Collingwood season-defining clash.CHAPTERS:0:00 Carlton vs Co
Is Collingwood's Season OVER? Essendon Get Their First win & Which Team Has The Best Forwardline?
Buddy is already in Perth ahead of his Dowerin Tigers comeback and admits the nerves have kicked in. Shane's bath ad ruins Gout Gout's historic 200m moment and social media loses it. Plus are ruckmen the most important players in the game, nobody can stop Gunston, Heeney declared the best player in the competition, and the best forward line debate.
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0:00 BUDDY'S COMEBACK IS CLOSE
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HUGE Gather Round Preview: Can Carlton Cause an Upset? Hawks Set To Become Premiership Favourites!
Is Saint Kilda's season already over? Buddy makes his boldest Big Call yet, and Shane says if they lose, the football world will be talking. Plus the boys preview every Gather Round game.
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0:00 Gather Round Preview
0:32 Adelaide vs Carlton 2:10 Collingwood vs Fremantle
3:37 North Melbourne vs Brisbane
4:59 Essendon vs Melbourne
5:56 Sydney Swans vs Gold Coast Suns - game of the
"IT'S DOG SH**" Wildcard Opinion, Unpacking Huge Easter Monday Clash & Old Clarko's Finally Back
Hawks win by one point in an all-time Easter Monday classic, Buddy puts Heeney in the top two players in the competition, and the boys absolutely torch the AFL's top ten finals format. Plus the top five most impactful players list, Zac Butters' future, and Buddy admits he was wrong about North Melbourne.
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0:00 Hawks vs Geelong: What a Game!
7:50 Is Isaac Heeney Better Than The Bont?
Round 4 Preview: "Collingwood don't have a chance" - Hawks To Stamp Authority On The Competition?
Carlton blow a seven-goal lead and fold — again. Buddy doesn't hold back, calling it a mental problem at the club and saying changes need to happen. Plus the blood incident that left Buddy speechless, Finn O'Sullivan called a future star, Josh Tracy named the best forward in the competition, and a brutal verdict on where Essendon is headed with Tasmania coming.
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0:00 Carlton blow seven g
"TOUGH TO WATCH": Rock Bottom For Carlton & Essendon, Is Harley Reid The Best Young Player in Footy?
Carlton blow a seven-goal lead and fold — again. Buddy doesn't hold back, calling it a mental problem at the club and saying changes need to happen. Plus the blood incident that left Buddy speechless, Finn O'Sullivan called a future star, Josh Tracy named the best forward in the competition, and a brutal verdict on where Essendon is headed with Tasmania coming.
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0:00 Carlton blow seven g
Round 3 Preview: HUGE Upset On The Cards & Will The Reigning Premiers go 0-3?
The boys preview every game of Round 3 as four teams return from the bye, and Shane makes his boldest tip of the season. Bud's Big Call could spell more trouble for one particular team, and is there a huge upset on the table for the reigning premiers?
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0:00 Geelong vs Adelaide - Who goes 2-1
2:08 Can Collingwood overcome their goal kicking worries
3:57 St Kilda set to cause a huge upset?
Essendon In Absolute TURMOIL! & Does The AFL Have an Injury Crisis?
Buddy hasn't kicked a footy yet and the comeback is weeks away — but that's not stopping the boys from delivering a massive Round 2 Review. The Bulldogs are Premiership favourites, Essendon's season is already over, and Shane drops a curveball — could Sam Mitchell be the first coach of the Tasmania Tigers? Plus the taunting rule debate, and a shout out to the electrician who got called up at smoko
HUGE Round 2 Preview: Will Injuries IMPACT The Swans? Dogs Set To Fumble a 3-0 Start?
The boys are back to preview every game of Round 2. Gulden and Heeney are both out for Sydney, which changes everything for the Hawks game. Plus Shane backs the Saints to kickstart their season, and Buddy's Big Call is a spicy one — Which Hawks Forward Will Be Held Goal-less
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0:00 Will Injuries Impact Sydney's Chances?
3:27 Dogs vs Adelaide is a BLOCKBUSTER - Who Wins?
5:27 Richmond
Which Rebuilding Side Is Closer To a PREMIERSHIP & Buddy Announces His Footy Comeback!
BREAKING NEWS to start the show — Buddy is making a comeback! Plus the boys review every game from Round 1, break down Collingwood's goal-kicking crisis, Shane ranks the rebuilding clubs on who wins the flag first, and there's a massive shout out to one of the most underrated players in the competition.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Breaking news — Buddy is making a comeback
6:03 Tom Lynch got the yips — Bu
Round 1 Preview: Disaster Coming For Carlton AGAIN? Buddy Predicts 60 Point Thrashing for Kangaroos
Buddy & Shane preview every game of Round 1 — and Buddy is BACK with another massive big call. The boys disagree on their winners and losers, Shane guarantees Adelaide will tag Daicos, and there's a bold 60-point prediction that will have North Melbourne fans fuming.
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0:00 Carlton vs Richmond — Blues must win
2:52 Hawthorn vs Essendon — Hawks under the microscope
4:18 Western Bulldogs vs
HUGE Opening Round: Collingwood Prove Doubters Wrong & Reigning Premiers Set To Go 0-3
Buddy's 60-point Swans prediction? DELIVERED. The boys are back to break down every game from Opening Round — including Nick Daicos going to a completely new level, Petracca's electric debut for Gold Coast, and the Western Bulldogs upsetting Brisbane on flag day. Plus Shane loses it at the umpires, and Buddy's Young Star of the Week.
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0:00 Budstradamis is back — Swans by 60+
2:08 Bul
Opening Round Preview: Who Wins & Which Teams Are Set For Disaster in 2026
The Buddy & Shane Show is BACK for Season 2026! Buddy & Shane kick off the new year with big calls, finals predictions, and a full opening round preview — plus Buddy reveals why he missed the start of the season (hint: it wasn't laziness).
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0:00 Welcome back — Season 2026 begins3:59 Bud's Big Call of the Round — Swans by 60
5:18 Big Call of the Year — Murphy Reid to be the best rebou
Grand Final Review: Brisbane Demolish Geelong! Are We Witnessing The Greatest Finals Player Ever?
Brisbane Lions complete back-to-back premierships with dominant second half performance against Geelong! The boys unpack all of the tactical battles and where the game was won and lost. Plus a comprehensive trade period discussion covering Petracca, Merrett, Curnow and more.
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0:00 Brisbane Lions BACK-TO-BACK premiers - dominant second half
2:40 Norm Smith Medal: Who Should Have Won?
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Grand Final Preview: Who Wins, Game Analysis & Norm Smith Medal Predictions
The ultimate grand final preview! The hosts break down key matchups, tactical considerations, and deliver their final tips for the 2025 AFL Grand Final. Plus they share who they think the Norm Smith Medalist will be.
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0:00 Brisbane's third straight, Geelong's third in six years
3:07 Burning Questions for each team
5:56 Jeremy Cameron vs Harris Andrews
8:24 Shane's prediction: Winn
Prelim Final OUTRAGE: Did The Umpires Cost The Pies? DANGERFIELD Best Finals Performance Ever?
The grand final is set! The boy's offer a complete review of Geelong's dominant win over Hawthorn and Brisbane's gutsy victory over Collingwood. Plus outrage over Marbior Chol's controversial suspension, what losing Tom Stewart means for Geelong, and detailed Brownlow Medal predictions with Shane & Buddy both picking smokey's.
0:00 Grand final teams announced - Geelong vs Brisbane
2:30 Geelon
HUGE PRELIM PREVIEW: Who Will Reach The Grand Final?
The boys deliver their preliminary finals predictions with detailed tactical analysis! Plus, they reveal the "silent assassin" behind Hawthorn's incredible recruiting success and preview the ultimate supporter atmospheres that make prelims the best games to attend.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 The beauty of prelim week
1:28 Geelong vs Hawthorn
8:18 Brisbane vs Collingwood: 2023 rematch of a classic
12:55 The M
Minor Premiers Out In Straight Sets! Is Merrett Heading To The Hawks?
The boys dissect both semi-finals with Hawthorn's dominant dismantling of Adelaide and Brisbane's championship-level demolition of Gold Coast. Plus explosive coaching news as Stephen King is appointed at Melbourne, while Essendon captain Zach Merrett reportedly wants out to join Hawthorn. Shane delivers a stern warning to Nathan Buckley about the Tasmania coaching job, and celebrates Sam Butler's
Semi Finals Preview: Are Gold Coast & Hawks Prelim Bound?
A focused finals preview as the boys break down both semi-finals! Major injury news with Lachie Neale done for the year. Shane backs experience while Buddy goes with the romantic upset story, tipping Gold Coast to reach their first ever prelim final. The big question is, can the Hawks beat Adelaide? Or will the Crows rebound and get their finals campaign back on track?
0:00 Adelaide's facing a
Are Gold Coast PRELIM Bound? Can Hawks Win The Flag? Geelong DOMINATE Brisbane!
The boys break down an incredible Week 1 of finals! Shane makes a humble apology to Geelong after doubting them, delivers urgent coaching advice about stopping Steele Sidebottom, and celebrates Saint Kilda's recruiting revolution.
0:00 Happy Fathers Day!
3:24 Shane's HUMBLE apology to Geelong Football Club
5:02 Urgent coaching advice - How to stop Steele Sidebottom
7:26 "Hardwick Weekend" - B
HUGE FINALS PREVIEW! A Complete Breakdown of Every Week 1 Finals Game
The boys are back for a full blown analysis of week 1 of the finals campaign. They break down all four Week 1 finals, react to Jeremy Cameron's shock All Australian captaincy, and Shane apologises to Dave Hughes after targeting him in the legends match (5 broken ribs, punctured lung!). Plus final predictions where the hosts disagree on almost everything.
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0:00 Legends match chaos - Dave
Are Dogs The Most Talented Team Ever To Miss Finals? Brisbane ROAR Into Premiership Favouritism!
The finals are set after a dramatic final weekend! Fremantle prove all the doubters wrong with a stunning road victory over the Bulldogs, while the "Choke Suns" lose another big game in Ken Hinkley's emotional farewell. Plus, Nasiah's $2 million deal is done, Shane reveals his top 3 moments of the season, and Buddy & Shane's preview for what's coming in finals.
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0:00 Fremantle PROVE doub
Round 24 Preview: Hawks Set To Claim Top 4! Will Gold Coast Fumble Again?
The boys deliver their final tips of the home and away season with massive stakes! Hawthorn and Brisbane clash for a top four spot in what both hosts will attend, while Bulldogs vs Fremantle becomes an early elimination final. Plus, emotional farewells for Ken Hinkley and Travis Boak, Jeremy Cameron hunts his 100th goal, and Buddy delivers his final moral of 2025!
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0:00 Carlton vs Ess
Finals CHAOS! Izak Rankine Season In Jeopardy? Fremantle's DISASTER Missing Finals?
The boys break down a massive weekend that has thrown the finals race into chaos! Isaac Rankine is under investigation for a homophobic slur that could derail Adelaide's premiership tilt, while Fremantle face becoming the first team ever to miss finals with 15 wins. Plus, Buddy proves his genius again with another successful Giants moral, and Shane exposes the "money, money, money" approach some c
Round 23 Preview: Buddy Tips Giants To RUIN Suns Top 4 Chances! Will Collingwood & Brisbane's CRISIS Deepen
The boys preview the biggest round of the season with Collingwood's top four hopes hanging by a thread against Adelaide, Gold Coast's historic first finals bid against GWS, and multiple danger games for finals contenders. Plus, Shane fumes about overlapping games again while Buddy backs the Giants as his moral pick!
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0:00 Will anyone watch Essendon vs St Kilda?
2:17 Fremantle vs Bri
Will Brisbane MISS Finals? Hawks Now a Genuine PREMIERSHIP Contender!
Shane eats humble pie as Buddy's "crazy" Sydney moral comes off in spectacular fashion! Plus, Collingwood's "collie wobbles" are confirmed after Hawks demolish them with 4 forwards, and the coaching carousel starts spinning with multiple vacancies opening up across the AFL.
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0:00 Buddy vindicated after "crazy" Sydney upset prediction
4:30 Carlton Improving?
6:30 Brisbane Could Miss The F
Round 22 Preview: Buddy Tips HUGE Upset For Lions! Can The Hawks Spoil Sidebottom's 350th?
The boys preview a massive Round 22 with tonight's blockbuster between Hawthorn and Collingwood celebrating Steele Sidebottom's 350th game! Shane questions if the Hawks' 4 forwards make them "too top heavy" while Buddy drops a bombshell moral tipping Sydney to upset Brisbane at the Gabba - Shane: "you've lost the plot!"
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0:00 Can Hawks shock Collingwood on Sidebottom's 350th night?
3:09
Are Collingwood in TROUBLE? Can The Bulldogs Win The PREMIERSHIP From Outside Top 4?
Buddy returns fresh from smashing his half marathon PB while Shane breaks down the most chaotic finals race ever - where 15 wins might not be enough! Plus, do Collingwood have the "collie wobbles" after 3 losses in 4 games, why the Hawks are in big trouble without Will Day, and Shane's passionate call for goal kicking rule changes.
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0:00 Buddy's New Marathon PB!
2:48 Will 15 wins be
Round 21 Preview: Giants DEMOLISH Worst Defence In Comp! Brisbane UPSET Pies Top 4 Chances?
The boys deliver their bold round 21 tips with Shane backing injury-hit GWS as his moral against the Bulldogs' "worst defense in the comp," while Buddy shocks by tipping Brisbane to upset Collingwood at the MCG. Plus, can the Hawks cause a boilover in Adelaide, and will Jeremy Cameron finally reach his 100-goal milestone this year?
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0:00 Can GWS beat Bulldogs without Green, Kelly & Bu
Nasiah's UNBELIEVABLE Minute of Footy! North Melbourne Suffer HORRIFIC 100+ Point Defeat
The boys break down the most incredible weekend of footy with St Kilda's record-breaking 46-point comeback against Melbourne leaving Shane furious at the Demons' collapse. Plus, heated debate over the best player from the legendary 2021 draft class, North Melbourne's humiliating capitulation, and why Shane is slamming coaches for benching their best players in crucial moments.
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0:00 S
Round 20 Preview: DANGER Game for GWS? Can Richmond Upset The Pies?
Buddy and Shane break down Round 20 with Buddy declaring footy tipping has "never been easier" as he unveils his bold six-way multi moral. Shane unleashes frustration about the AFL's Friday night scheduling disaster, while the boys discuss how percentage pressure affects the top teams. Plus, heated debate over which teams must win to stay in finals contention.
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0:00 Hawks vs Carlton -
Should Steven May Be SUSPENDED? Are Adelaide The New PREMIERSHIP Favourites?
Buddy's incredible tipping form continues as his Fremantle moral comes off in stunning fashion at the MCG! The boys celebrate Voss's 6-goal debut and discuss Gold Coast's travel curse striking again. Plus, heated debate over Stephen May's tribunal case, why the goal review system is broken, and Harley Reid's exceptional second-year form in a struggling Eagles side.
0:00 Fremantle's stunning MCG
Round 19 Preview: Buddy's SHOCK Certainty Against Flag Favourite! Shane Tips 70 point SMASHING
Buddy and Shane deliver their round 19 preview with Shane predicting a 70-point Giants demolition of Essendon. The boys express serious concerns about Carlton potentially facing another disaster against Melbourne, debate whether Liam Jones is the key for the Bulldogs, and Buddy shocks with a last-minute moral change that leaves Shane speechless.
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0:00 Essendon vs Giants - Shane's brut
Harley Reid VS Horn-Francis "Go back to MOMMY” & Will The Bulldogs Backline Cost Them Finals?- The Buddy & Shane Show
Buddy and Shane celebrate another week of perfect predictions as Shane's Giants certainty tip comes off in style. The boys break down Gold Coast's historic upset win over Collingwood that locks in their first ever finals birth, debate whether the Giants can win the premiership, and discuss Charlie Curnow's worrying goal drought. Plus, the developing rivalry between Horn-Francis and Harley Reid hea
Can Gold Coast Upset Collingwood? Will Carlton Get Destroyed Again? - Buddy & Shanes Round 18 Tips
Buddy and Shane deliver their tips for round 18! Shane drops a bombshell with his certainty pick that leaves Buddy speechless, while Buddy backs a massive Gold Coast upset against Collingwood. The boys also express serious concerns about Carlton facing another potential smashing and debate whether the Giants are genuine premiership contenders.
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0:32 Gold Coast's GRAND FINAL moment - c
Buddy's SHOCKING premiership prediction! Are Adelaide PRETENDERS?
Buddy and Shane break down the weekend's biggest AFL talking points in this latest episode. The boys discuss Budd's bold premiership prediction, Carlton's continued struggles, and Jeremy Cameron's march towards 1000 goals. Plus, Buddy unpacks the key flaw in Fremantle's system that isn't working.
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0:00 Buddy conquers Gold Coast Half Marathon
10:38 Bulldogs dominate North's 100-year cel
Tom Lynch LOSES IT as Richmond gets smashed! Carlton's LIFELESS performance - The Buddy & Shane Show
Buddy and Shane break down the weekend's biggest AFL talking points in this latest episode. The boys discuss Carlton's struggles, Tom Lynch's frustration, and the Bulldogs' impressive victory over the Swans. Plus, Shane shares his thoughts on coaching changes and highlights the rising stars making their mark on the competition.
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0:00: Shane doubles down on Carlton coaching controversy
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Finals Pressure & Family Feels
The boys mix personal moments with sharp footy analysis — from milestone celebrations and fresh injuries to the big names and bold plays shaping the AFL finals race.
They take a close look at the Gold Coast Suns’ rise, weigh in on the Lions, Swans, and Pies, and debate what’s really driving team success: coaching strategy, player development, or pure emotion?
Plus, what does Jeremy McGovern’s pre
Round 15 Predictions, Certainties & Big Calls
The boys are breaking down Round 15 of the AFL season — and they’re not holding back.
From bold predictions to key player matchups and game-changing injuries, Buddy and Shane unpack the biggest talking points ahead of the weekend. Which teams are a sure thing? Who’s in trouble? And which underdog might just surprise us all?
Tune in as they lock in their certainties and serve up expert footy insi
Hall of Fame, Contract Games & Cadman Rising
The boys dive into the drama, the glory, and the grind of AFL's latest round. From Patty Dangerfield and Scott Pendlebury hitting major milestones, to the rise of young gun Aaron Cadman, it’s a week of legends and breakout stars.
Buddy and Shane dissect standout performances (and a few shockers), tackle hot topics like contract chaos, Hall of Fame emotions, and bizarre injury stories, and break do
Round 14 Tips — Fatigue, Form & Footy Forecasts
The boys have some bold predictions and spicy takes for Round 14 of the AFL season.
From team form to fatigue factors, they break down every matchup, spotlight key players, and unpack how strategy and stamina could shape the outcomes.
Expect confident calls, surprising insights, and a healthy dose of unpredictability — just the way we like our footy.
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Beekeeping, Bumps & Breakouts: Round 13 Wrap
The boys kick things off with a buzz — literally — as Buddy shares tales from a beekeeping course while Shane dives into local footy yarns.
Then it's onto Round 13: standout performances, surprise results, and a breakdown of the biggest moments across the league.
They spotlight the young guns making waves and tee up predictions for the weeks ahead.
Whether you're in it for the banter or the bre
Swans Slump, Freo Flies, and Lions Roar
The boys break down the highs and lows from the latest AFL round — from the Swans and Hawks facing tough times, to Fremantle’s resurgence and dominant form from Brisbane and GWS.
They also look ahead to this week’s matchups and what’s at stake as the ladder starts to tighten. It’s insight, banter, and big calls — all in one ep.
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Match of the Round: Collingwood v Hawthorn
This week’s Match of the Round is a big one — Collingwood vs Hawthorn. Buddy and Shane break down what’s at stake, where the game will be won and lost, and which club’s season could swing on this result.
From midfield matchups to coaching tactics and key players to watch, the boys dissect the form, the pressure, and the rivalry — with a few bold predictions and a fair bit of banter along the way.
Draft Picks & Sledges: Buddy & Shane’s Top 5 Players Right Now
It’s draft day — Buddy and Shane go head-to-head as they pick their top 5 AFL players right now. With a healthy dose of banter, some strategic sledging, and plenty of footy wisdom, the boys debate who’s in, who’s out, and why.
From consistency to clutch performances, they break down what makes a player stand out in today’s game — and who they’d want on their team if the premiership was on the line
Milestones, Misfires & The Making of a Premiers Club
Buddy and Shane dive headfirst into another bumper AFL weekend, unpacking the highs, lows, and ‘what were they thinking’ moments.
They tackle coaching conundrums, the Carlton and Sydney struggles, and celebrate the grit of milestone matches.
The boys also look at Geelong’s machine-like form, Brisbane’s bounce back, and whether the Gold Coast Suns could finally rise into premiership contention. P
AFL Mid-Season Report Card: Who’s Failing & Who’s Flying?
It’s half-time in the AFL season, and Buddy & Shane are handing out the grades. From red-hot contenders to underwhelming underachievers, no team is safe in this brutally honest mid-season review.
The boys break down the performance, strengths, and struggles of clubs including: 🟡 Adelaide Crows ⚫ Collingwood 🟣 Fremantle ⚪ Geelong 🟠 Gold Coast 🔴 Melbourne 🟡 Port Adelaide 🟤 Richmond ⚫ St Kilda 🔴 Sydn
Indigenous Round, Big Wins & Bigger Legends
We kick off with a heartfelt look at the importance of Indigenous Round — from its cultural impact to the legends who’ve shaped the game.
Buddy and Shane break down all the weekend action, including the Suns stepping up, the Swans finding form, and the Pies showing class.
The duo also dive into Geelong’s dominance, Fremantle’s fearless attack, and the Bulldogs’ statement win. North Melbourne’s you
Match of the Round: Pies vs. Crows & a Bulldogs Bombers Showdown
In this week’s Buddy & Shane Show, the boys dive into a couple of blockbusters, previewing the highly anticipated Collingwood vs. Adelaide clash and the Bulldogs vs. Essendon matchup.
From travel fatigue to player fitness and game-day strategies, they break down what each side needs to bring to get the win. Expect hot takes, bold predictions, and a few laughs along the way as Buddy and Shane tee
Back In The Gold Coast: Dream Teams, Dust-Ups & Mother's Day Miles
The boys are back in the Goldy groove—sharing stories from their Mother's Day runs, reflecting on family, footy, and a whole lot in between. They dive into the latest AFL matchups, breaking down big moments, player strategies, and what’s really going on with teams like Richmond and the Suns.
From emerging young guns to the evolving pecking order of the comp, Buddy and Shane dissect how underdogs c
Match Of The Round: Adelaide vs Port Adelaide
Buddy’s in WA, Shane’s in Melbourne, but the takes are as spicy as ever in this week's Match of the Round – a fiery preview of the legendary Adelaide vs Port Adelaide showdown. The boys dive into the history and heat of the rivalry, predict how the power struggle will play out, and spotlight who’s set to step up under pressure. Buddy’s backing Tex Walker for four (maybe five) goals and the Showdow
On the Road: Rivalries, Road Trips & Rising Stars
The boys hit the road—literally and figuratively—as they break down the highs and lows of Aussie footy. From celebrating the Hawks’ 100-year legacy to dissecting how modern players are (or aren’t) marketed off-field, there’s plenty to kick around.
They dive into the nitty-gritty of recent matches, talk travel fatigue and its impact on performance, and debate whether rivalries are still driving att
Match Of The Round: Collingwood Vs Geelong Cats and The Sydney Derby
Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford preview the Match of the Round with the biggest clashes of the upcoming AFL week — including the blockbuster showdown between Collingwood and Geelong, and the fiery Sydney Derby between GWS and the Swans.
Expect hot takes on key players, game-day strategies, and what’s on the line for each team as finals pressure builds.
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Celebrating 100 Years of the Hawthorn Football Club – Special Episode
In this special edition of The Buddy and Shane Show, the boys take a heartfelt look back at the incredible 100-year legacy of the Hawthorn Football Club.
Buddy and Crawf share personal stories from their early days as young players, the tough lessons that shaped them, and how a relentless training culture built a powerhouse team. They relive the unforgettable highs of the 2008 premiership and open
Contract Drama & Why Goal Kicking Could Decide the Finals
Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford are back — and they’re not holding back. 🔥
This week on The Buddy & Shane Show, Crawf confesses his love affair with Collingwood, while Buddy drops some serious heat on Luke Beveridge’s future at the Western Bulldogs and gives his brutally honest take on where the Sydney Swans stand.
The boys dive into the big issues gripping footy fans everywhere — from the chaos
Match Of The Round: Anzac Day Footy Preview
Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Shane Crawford preview the Match Of The Round - Anzac Day 2025
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Buddy's Back
In the very first episode of The Buddy & Shane Show, AFL legends Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford kick things off with a bang—talking footy, future goals, and what life looks like after hanging up the boots.
Buddy opens up about his transition from AFL icon to podcast host, his unexpected obsession with marathon training, and the passion for the game that never left. The boys dive into all the bi
Welcome To The Buddy & Shane Show
Get ready for The Buddy & Shane Show — a raw, unfiltered AFL podcast hosted by two of footy’s biggest personalities: Buddy Franklin and Shane Crawford.
Prepare for laughs, banter, and behind-the-scenes stories as the boys chat all things footy, family, media, and moments that never made the headlines. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good yarn, this is the show you didn’t know you nee
