Tradies
Tradies is an AFL-focused podcast that covers player movement and trading throughout the year, not just during the official trade period. Hosted by Mitch Cleary from Channel 7 and Sam McClure from Channel 9, the show provides insider analysis of deals and decisions shaping AFL clubs. Produced by Clubby Sports, it aims to keep listeners ahead of the player movement game.
Episodes
What’s the BEST value trade in AFL history? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Can a position change rejuvenate Ben McKay's career?
- Discussing the best value trades in recent memory
- Has Jack Gunston done an AFL first & more!
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Did the AFL get EXTREMELY lucky with Wildcard round? | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch discusses how Carlton outnumbered Melbourne fans despite being the away team, while Sam gives his thoughts on the AFL's inaugural Wildcard weekend.
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Inside the MAJOR list renovation at one of the AFL’s powerhouse clubs... | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Sam introduces the 'Tassie Whiteboard'
Unpacking Scott Pendlebury's move to the Gold Coast Suns
Some fresh names are on Trade watch
Is this former Carlton employee the unluckiest man in footy & more!
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Who is the AFL’s Christopher Nolan? | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch discusses Adelaide's decision to farewell Taylor Walker on Saturday, despite having another home game to come, while Sam gives a scathing review of The Odyssey.
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Why do AFL journalists and player managers NEED each other? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Does Zak Butters actually care about Port getting looked after?
- Do Brisbane have any trade targets?
- Why player agents are journalists work together & more!
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The Sydney 5 fallout & why YOUR club missed out on this superstar | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Sam introduces the 'Zak Butters Bachelor'
An update on Sydney's 5 suspended players
Would Zach Merrett have stayed at Essendon if Hird got appointed?
Could Scott Pendlebury end his career up north & more!
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Did the AFL get the WILD CARD ROUND wrong? | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch and Sam debate the AFL's wild card system and the memo to clubs about resting players heading into finals, before pitching a flexible last-round fixture.
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Sam has his very own "Player Manager"? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- How many clubs are genuinely premiership contenders this year?
- Which teams are not far away, needing just 1 or 2 recruits to be a real threat?
- When was the last time you can recall a straight player-for-player swap?
- Given Sam is managed by Paul Collins, how does being man
Which AFL sleeping giant has a $7 MILLION war chest to spend? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Unpacking Mitch's report that Geelong are the new favourites for Zak Butters
The timing of Josh Fraser's appointment at Carlton
Will Essendon’s next coach have $7 million in cap space to play with?
A rival network has stolen Mitch's Value 23 & more!
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Was Geelong being devious or stupid? | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch discusses the possibility of more footy on Sunday nights, while Sam praises a fellow journalist for how he covered the Geelong concussion story.
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This listener question left Mitch VERY unimpressed... | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- What players have flourished after being traded for peanuts?
- Can the AFL learn anything from the NRL?
- How Carlton, Essendon and Port Adelaide can all win on draft night & more!
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Naming the AFL’s 23 most OVERPAID players (no offence!) | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Sam responds to Mitch's Value Team with his Most Overpaid Team
The impact of Geelong's concussion story on their pursuit of Zak Butters
Josh Fraser vs Michael Voss on Carlton's selection
An update on some veterans around the league & more!
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"It's a strong no from me... just win games of footy!" | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch and Sam debate the success of Collingwood's new pre-game routine before discussing the AFL's memo to clubs about resting players leading into finals.
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What is this want-away star ACTUALLY worth? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- What is Bailey Humphrey worth in a trade?
- Why is the St Kilda vs Carlton game on Sunday night?
- The unique part of the Zak Butters trade & more!
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Did Collingwood cross the line in its pursuit of this star & is Carlton’s best player expendable? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Why Nigel Lappin's appointment is so important for Tasmania
Why is Zak Butters trying to get back to play in round 24?
Did Collingwood and Lachie Neale cross the line by meeting the day before a game?
A discussion on West Coast and Richmond's future & more!
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Sam & Mitch DID NOT agree on this radical idea from Collingwood | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch discuss Collingwood's innovation to Thursday night footy, while Sam had some first hand experience as an umpire over the weekend.
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This listener question made Mitch ring the AFL... | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- The confusing element behind the Christian Petracca trade
- Sam Mitchell's comments about Ken Hinkley
- Sam's thoughts on upcoming movies & more!
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Is this club really in the Zak Butters race? & Mitch goes Micro on the AFL's best-value 23 | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
If Zak Butters chooses Richmond, would it be the biggest trade backflip since Buddy?
Is it in Max King's best interests to stay at St Kilda?
Mitch names his bets value 23 & more!
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Should the AFL adjust fines based on contracts? | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch has a suggestion to improve the AFL's fining system, but Sam isn't on board.
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Could Bobby Hill's departure spark a Collingwood recruiting spree? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- How Collingwood can benefit from Bobby Hill's departure
- What's not getting spoken about at St Kilda
- Media mishaps & more!
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How Ken Hinkley’s appointment impacts the 2026 Trade Period | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
The impact of Ken Hinkley's appointment for the 2026 Trade Period and beyond
Should Hawthorn prioritise Ben King or Mitch Lewis?
Toby Greene's comments on Friday night & more!
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A pointed message to former AFL stars in the media | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Sam calls out some former AFL players for their comments around umpiring over the weekend.
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Which AFL club will swoop in late this trade period? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Mitch and Sam discuss the stories they haven't yet reported...
- Will a club swoop in late for Lachie Neale?
- Quick fire questions & more!
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Can clubs say ANYTHING at the trade table? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Sam addresses some criticism from over the weekend...
Chris Fagan's optimism around Zac Bailey's future
What does Nate Caddy's signature mean for Essendon?
A sliding doors trade moment for Geelong & more!
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Tradies Presents: The Kurt Tippett Files
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We've got a bonus episode for you this week! Enjoy the final three weeks of Sam McClure's deep dive into Kurt Tippett's infamous trade from Adelaide to Sydney, all in one place.
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Can poor coaching ruin a player's trade value? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- The latest on Tasmania's coaching candidates
- Fallout from the Gold Coast & Collingwood fines
- Are Essendon ruining Zach Merrett's trade value & more!
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"That is poor leadership, and I'm sick and tired of it!" | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Sam once again goes into bat for the umpiring community after another incident over the weekend.
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"Has there ever been something that's aged worse?!” & the 10 Hodge-type players Essendon should target | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on this week's show. Here's what was on the agenda:
Has anything aged worse than Essendon not trading Zach Merrett?
Why are Fremantle flirting with their selection?
Should Essendon target some experienced players from around the competition?
Sam concludes The Kurt Tippett Files
& more!
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The AFL should steal THIS idea from the FIFA World Cup | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch thinks the AFL can learn a thing or two from the FIFA World Cup and Sam can't believe we are yet again discussing the umpiring.
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Will Carlton's resurgence under Josh Fraser ruin their draft plans? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Can Carlton play finals AND draft Cody Walker?
- Are Brisbane in the market for anyone this off-season?
- Some interesting insights into the media world & more!
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One trade target is having his head turned & a rival club is coming hard for a Carlton superstar! | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on a Sunday night recording of the show! Here's what was on the agenda:
Zak Butters' unprecedented form as a trade target
Is Zach Merrett losing trade value by playing at half-back?
Has Ben King changed his mind?
North are finally after some key defensive stocks
& more!
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Going into bat for the AFL fixture... | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Mitch goes into bat for the AFL fixture, while Sam can't believe punching has crept back into the game.
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Are we underrating this star recruit's 2026? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Has Jack Silvagni's 2026 season flown under the radar?
- Some other players Tassie have an eye on
- Has Carlton's recruiting been underrated? & more!
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Can this powerhouse buck the re-build trend & four trade names no one's talking about... | Tradies
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Sam and the returning Mitch had plenty to get through on Tuesday morning after another big week in footy news. On today's agenda:
The rationale behind Collingwood's pursuit of Lachie Neale
Do North Melbourne need a key-defender or not?
An insight into a sledge from a Tradies favourite...
Mitch goes micro with some potential trades & more!
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Did the AFL miss the mark with this non-fine? ft. Matthew Lloyd | Air Raid
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On this week's edition of Air Raid, Sam and Matthew Lloyd discuss the current state of umpiring in the AFL and whether the league missed the mark by not fining Damien Hardwick for his post-match comments on Friday night.
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Why Matthew Lloyd is worried about the AFL's future | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Does the AFL have an issue with its talent pathway?
- The inevitable question about James Hird's coaching credentials
- What Sam McClure is like behind the scenes and more!
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Matthew Lloyd on James Hird's coaching credentials, trade close-calls & the modern key forward market | Tradies
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Massive episode today as we welcomed the first ever guest on Tradies, Matthew Lloyd! Lloydy and Sam had plenty to get through on today's agenda:
Lloydy on how close he got to leaving Essendon during his career
Running the rule over the current key forward market
How can Tasmania sell itself as a club and more!
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Why this part of footy culture has to change | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Sam and Mitch discuss yet another ban from a homophobic slur in the AFL community.
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Which Victorian club has the most promising youngsters? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Does Carlton or Essendon have a brighter future?
- Why don't we see straight swaps anymore?
- What would an AFL coach be worth in a trade & more!
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Sam gets GRILLED on Tassie, a twist in Butters' future & who's stealing stories from who? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on Tuesday morning after another big week in footy news. On today's agenda:
Sam had a very awkward interaction pre-show!
Could Nick Daicos lure Zak Butters to Collingwood?
The latest on Lachie Neale, Jed Walter and more!
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Have we forgotten a big name in the AFL coaching race? | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Sam gives his thoughts on the state of the ARC technology in the AFL, while Mitch proposes a forgotten name in the coaching race.
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Sam walked out of the studio after this call... | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- A question on Darcy Wilson made Sam walk out of the studio...
- Could a bidding hack land Essendon another first round pick?
- Clauses in contracts & more!
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We deep-dive the AFL's best list & is Bailey Smith the league's best value recruit? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch had plenty to get through on Tuesday morning after another big week in footy news. On today's agenda:
Zac Bailey recorded his first 30-disposal game.
Do we underrate just how well Bailey Smith's Geelong career has started?
Sydney's key forward surplus.
A deep dive into Fremantle's list build.
And more!
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The advantage rule needs a BIG overhaul... | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Sam discusses what he thinks is the most broken rule in the competition.
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Could this be the smartest EVER list strategy? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Who is the Wemby equivalent in the AFL?
- Could a club finesse the Tassie 2027 draft?
- What AFL player would win a 10km time trial?
- & more!
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What’s next for the Bombers? Scott SACKED | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch came together on Tuesday morning as another coaching sacking rocked the AFL. Mitch jumped behind the mic only minutes after breaking the news that Brad Scott had been sacked by the Bombers, with he and Sam unpacking that along with a myriad of other footy issues on this week’s episode.
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Mitch just solved the AFL fixture problem… | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Mitch discusses the the future of the AFL fixture while Sam has another worry with Tassie...
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Will Sam ever soften his stance on North Melbourne? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Was Sam too hard on Jye Amiss?
- Will Sam soften his stance on North?
- How can the Lions keep Zac Bailey?
- & more!
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Could ANOTHER club captain be on the move? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch were back to normal programming on Tuesday morning and head plenty on the agenda:
- Could Toby Greene actually leave GWS?
- Will Zach Merrett request a trade again?
- Sam introduces his 8 deadly sins of list management
- Which players have the biggest gap between their best and worst?
- & more!
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Does the AFL limit the success of its big clubs? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Why does the AFL have a salary cap?
- Can the Pies land one of their trade targets?
- What are some Trades that fell through which worked out for the better?
- & more!
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Is Carlton heading for a fire sale after Vossy’s exit? | Tradies
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Sam and Mitch reconvened on Wednesday afternoon following yesterday's big news out of the Blues and had plenty to discuss, including:
- The boys went head-to-head over a story!
- Will the Blues leaders stay or go?
- Could Lachie Neale finish his career in Victoria?
- Updates on Zak Butters & Darcy Wilson...
- & more!
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The Voss era at Carlton is OVER... What's next for the Blues? | Tradies
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We had a change of schedule this week, with Michael Voss’ departure from Carlton Football Club throwing our recording plans out of order. Mitch and Sam still found time to catch up and break down the biggest AFL story of 2026 so far, with our regular episodes coming later in the week.
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Is this the AFL’s most overrated stat? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- What is the most overrated stat in footy?
- Who would play Mason Cox in a movie?
- Does a coach have a trick up his sleeve?
- & more!
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Sam delivers a blunt message to AFL players | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Sam and Mitch discuss the latest homophobic slur incident in the VFL and the future of State of Origin.
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The move that could reunite Max & Ben King in Victoria | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam had plenty on the agenda this week as we got stuck into another big week of footy and trade news:
- Is it fair to compare Carlton & Essendon's lists?
- Could getting Oscar Allen hurt the Lions down the track?
- Max & Ben king contract updates
- Mitch had one of his theories confirmed
- & more!
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Should AFL umpires front the media after matches? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Should AFL umpires face the media after matches?
- A solution for AFL & AFLW games on Saturday
- Richmond's ruck situation
- & more!
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Will this tribunal failure spark change in the AFL? | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Sam and Mitch discuss the future of the AFL tribunal and technology in the game.
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Has this top 3 player in the AFL become a recruiting chip for his team? | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam had plenty to get through this morning after another big weekend of footy. We were also lucky enough to have a celebrity voice message for the second week in a row!
On today’s agenda:
- Will Kozzie help recruit players to the Dees?
- What is Zac Bailey worth?
- Have we gone too early with the Lalor/Dusty comparisons?
- We have a new name on the whitebo
An AFL star just sent us a voicenote… | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- A potential tweak in trade rules
- AFL team of the century chat
- The best individual quarters of footy
- & more!
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Was this the most ridiculous AFL tribunal case EVER? | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of Air Raid, Mitch and Sam discuss Zak Butters’ tribunal case and the factors that made it one of the craziest of all time.
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Is Footy’s Biggest Free Agent on the Move? | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back after an action packed weekend of footy news and had plenty to discuss...
On today’s agenda:
- We have a missing team member!
- Did Sam's favourite player do enough to keep his spot?
- A big name is finally on the whiteboard...
- A Victorian club has transformed the way they play
- & plenty more after a big few days in footy!
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AFL games overseas AGAIN? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Will the AFL head back overseas anytime soon?
- Best commentary moments
- A shoutout for one of Sam's favourite players
- & more!
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Breaking down the AFL’s Friday night fixture controversy | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of the Air Raid, Mitch discusses the controversial Friday night fixture over the next few weeks while Sam has a different take on the Zak Butters/Nick Foot situation
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A Victorian captain is HELLBENT on bringing in Zak Butters! | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back after a big weekend in South Australia for Gather Round and had plenty to discuss!
On today’s agenda:
- Who's chasing after Zak Butters
- Sam had an interesting chat with a club list manager in Adelaide
- Will Freo FINALLY pick Mason Cox?
- Did Hawthorn underrate one of their former players?
- & we can finally chat about Essendon after a win!
Can Collingwood survive without Nick Daicos? | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- The best advice to get a job in footy media
- Can Collingwood still draw crowds without Nick Daicos?
- Why don't the Marvel clubs win flags?
- & more!
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Has this AFL rule change hurt the game’s integrity? | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of the Air Raid, the boys discuss Chris Scott's comments on AFL360 from Monday night, and how a top 10 finals system will work in 2026 and beyond.
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Unpacking the AFL’s smartest list build & why clubs can’t waste seasons | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back with plenty of big topics to cover after the Easter long weekend of footy!
On today’s agenda:
- Will Tasmania's team be sustainable long-term?
- The key forward market
- Jack Ginnivan and the Hawks list build
- Is Carlton wasting their 2026 season?
- The most important players for the contending clubs & more!
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Why Sam STILL isn't sold on West Coast in 2026… | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- How does Carlton fix their list?
- A listener has a movie quote request for Sam
- Have we gone too early on West Coast?
- & more!
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We can’t believe the AFL backflipped on the Grand Final timeslot! | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of the Air Raid, Mitch is unsure why the AFL seemingly backflipped on a major decision, while Sam thinks we need to bring back an aesthetic element of our game in the early rounds of the season.
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The gap between Victorian Clubs has never been bigger... | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back with plenty of big topics to cover after another big week in the AFL landscape.
On today’s agenda:
- Sam and Mitch rank their top 12 midfielders since 2000
- Why there is a growing gap between the Victorian sides
- Does St Kilda already have buyers remorse?
- The difference in re-build's between clubs
- & an update on some free agents!
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Mitch might’ve just broken a massive story… live on the show | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- A listener wants Sam to play someone else into form
- Will we finally see a change in the Grand Final timeslot?
- How sneaky are player managers with contracts?
- & more!
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This might be Sam's craziest idea yet... | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of the Air Raid, Sam implores Carlton to make a radical chance to their jumper for a one off game in 2026 while Mitch thinks the AFL has an issue with soft tissue injuries.
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Essendon's list is a MESS & Sam is reviving careers! | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back with plenty of big topics to cover after another big week in the AFL landscape.
On today’s agenda:
- Sam got Jason Horne-Francis back into form
- Essendon's list is in lots of trouble
- We discuss Zach Merrett... again!
- Ross Lyon's comments directed towards the media
- & a Bulldog defender has added 200-300k to his contract!
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“I don’t want to create a headline, BUT… we had to say it” | Just Quickly
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Welcome back to another edition of Just Quickly! Here's what was on everyone's mind this week:
- Does Opening Round need a refresh?
- What is the way forward for Essendon?
- Why did Collingwood delist Mason Cox?
- & more!
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The AFL’s ticketing problem is getting worse... | Air Raid
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On this week’s edition of the Air Raid, Mitch dives into the AFL’s current ticketing issues following the lacklustre crowd at Essendon’s season opener against Hawthorn last Friday night, while Sam continues to push for Mason Cox’s debut at Fremantle.
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Collingwood fans deserve answers & the Ed Richards debate rages on! | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are full of energy on Tuesday morning as they unpack the first full weekend of footy in 2026.
On today’s agenda:
- We re-visit Sam's comments on Ed Richards
- Collingwood's list build
- Fremantle's selection integrity
- North's strong start to the year
- & a star of the competition gets himself on the whiteboard.
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Carlton are in the news... again | Air Raid
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On our first edition of the Air Raid Siren for 2026, Mitch and Sam both had one topic on their minds... Carlton. The boys unpack all the drama that's surrounded the club over the last week both on and off the field.
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Sam nearly changed his A-Graders on live TV... | Just Quickly
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Welcome to the first edition of Just Quickly in 2026 which kicked off with some juicy topics;
- Sam and Matthew Lloyd's A-Graders discussion on Live TV
- Hawthorn's midfield depth
- Scott Pendlebury's incredible start to 2026
- & more!
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Could Nick Daicos actually leave Collingwood? | Tradies
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Massive episode for you today as we discuss the biggest trade rumour surrounding the competitions best player... is there any way Nick Daicos could actually leave Collingwood for Tasmania? Mitch and Sam also go through the latest Trade news following the first week of the 2026 season and give some quick updates on how the new recruits are faring at their new clubs.
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The 2026 trade storylines you must follow | Tradies
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Mitch and Sam are back for a season preview episode following a whirlwind start to the season (thanks to Sam's A-Graders list!). The boys go through the biggest Trade stories to keep an eye on this year and tease what we have in store when the Whiteboard returns next week.
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