The Sounding Board
Podcast with Craig Hutchison & Damian Barrett discussing sports and current events.
Episodes
S11 E24 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about post-game interviews with players, the "reference point" tactic, AI in journalism, the World Cup being played in daylight, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E24 - An Attempt to Curate the Criticism
Hutchy and Damo covered a range of topics this week, including media embargoes, Adam Simpson's comments on Sam McClure, the liveability of Melbourne, Damien Hardwick's interesting admission, and more.
In this episode:
0:29 - The media CEO of the year...
6:59 - Tom Morris breaking Brendon McCullum's sacking as England Test coach
13:26 - Derryn Hinch's passing
18:01 - Adam Simpson refuting S
Scorecard #201
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Michael Whiting's question to Damien Hardwick, the United States' international reputation, Germany's sick day policy, Hutchy's return to The Agenda Setters, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E23 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Hutchy's comments on Karl Stefanovic last week, the FIFA World Cup TV rights in Australia, a potential 20th AFL team, James Hird's commentary on Essendon, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Dam
S11 E23 - The Line on Being Outraged
Hutchy and Damo covered a range of topics this week, including Anthony Albanese's controversial podcast comments, the NRL's "conflict of interest" crackdown, "Trippers", Donald Trump's FIFA intervention, and more.
In this episode:
0:20 - The excitement of the World Cup
3:10 - Anthony Albanese's podcast comments
14:21 - Tom Morris' Telstra PR-Payoff
19:14 - Hutchy's nod to Sarah Jones
21:36
Scorecard #200
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Guard of Honours for 200-gamers, World Cup songs, the AFL's crackdown on criticism of officials, the timing of the Women's T20 World Cup, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E22 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about commentary of AFL umpires, zero-delay radio commentary, how sensitive the media is, how footy media covers CTE, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E22 - The "Look At Me" Era
With Hutchy back from the US again, there was lots of ground for he and Damo to cover, including Karl Stefanovic's axing from Channel 9, Ben Stokes' retirement, the NRL's new TV deal, and more.
In this episode:
1:20 - Hutchy's World Cup travels
3:14 - Karl Stefanovic's exit from Channel 9 and his interview with Tommy Robinson
22:28 - Ben Stokes' retirement
26:59 - The "inexact science" of "
Scorecard #199
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: A mid-season tournament in the AFL, Lionel Messi's GOAT status, Grand Theft Auto 6, Keir Starmer's resignation as UK Prime Minsiter, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E21 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about hand gesticulation on TV, roofed stadiums in Australia, 'Media-Ocre' in 2026, Craig's Carry-On, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitte
S11 E21 - Consumption Doesn't Match Opinions
Hutchy and Damo had lots to discuss in this week's episode, including Hutchy's experience with the FIFA World Cup, Tom Morris' Toby Greene story last week, Kyle Sandilands' next move, the future of the AFL fixture, and more.
In this episode:
0:25 - Hutchy's World Cup experience so far
9:50 - Channel 7's Spotlight program
15:17 - Tom Morris' incorrect story last week
22:50 - Kane Cornes' cri
Scorecard #198
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: AFL and Socceroos' games clashing, "Hydration Breaks" at all levels of professional soccer, Paul Dowsley's recent efforts, the UFC's White House event, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E20 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Socceroos fans in the US, DAZN's investment in Australian sport, Australia's Joe Rogan, "PVO watch", and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twit
S11 E20 - The Famous Karaoke Line
No one was safe in this week's episode, with Hutchy and Damo discussing Mitch Cleary's latest PR Payoff, Alister Nicholson vs Sam McClure, Jay Clark's update on Jason McCartney, Damo's "Karaoke" line on Mark Robinson, and much more - including "hydration breaks" at the FIFA World Cup, the Australian Football Hall of Fame, and private ownership in the BBL.
In this episode:
0:29 - What Hutchy's
Scorecard #197
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: FIFA's World Cup copyright restrictions, using Byron Bay to market products, Lewis Hamilton's comments recently, Australian's lack of trust in AI, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E19 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Indian investment in the BBL, what determines the price of AFL and NRL TV rights, the AFL's relationship with the NFL, Triple M commentary potentially being available on 7plus, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E19 - Cynical about the Scoreboard
Hutchy's back in the country and he and Damo had plenty to speak about in this week's episode, including the latest development from Channel 7 and SCA's merger, 'Getting Murdoched', One Nation's results in the polls, Netflix acquiring Melbourne's NFL game, and more.
In this episode:
1:37 - Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson breaching ECB protocols
4:34 - The ticket prices for NBA Finals games at Ma
Scorecard #196
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Auckland's A-League Grand Final win, Australia's chances of landing the 2038 World Cup, Victor Wembanyama, Pauline Hanson's chances of being our next prime minister, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E18 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about sneaking into Airport lounges, three-piece suits, the NBA draft lottery, the AFL's fixture, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrett
S11 E18 - His Power is Unusual
It was another big week on the Australian media landscape, with Hutchy and Damo discussing the coverage of James Hird and Essendon, the merger of the Stars and Renegades, Phil Gould's comments after Origin I, James Bracey's "Glass-Jaw" moment, and more.
In this episode:
0:39 - What Hutchy's up to in the US
2:37 - The 'Pay It Forward Pump-Up'
7:29 - The "Spectre of James Hird"
17:37 - The me
Scorecard #195
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The ABC's move to BlueSky, the media scrutiny on the AFL, Andrew Abdo's replacement at the NRL, Jacinta Allan door-knocking in Bendigo East, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E17 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Damo's new nickname, TV shows repurposed for podcasts, the latest on Tasmania's stadium, breaking stories on team selection, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E17 - The Two-Station Warrior
It was one of the biggest episode's of the year on 'The Sounding Board', with Hutchy and Damo paying tribute to Neale Daniher before discussing Brad Scott's sacking at Essendon, Andrew Abdo leaving the NRL, the Herald Sun's crack at them, and much more.
In this episode:
0:24 - Neale Daniher's passing
5:52 - Brad Scott sacked as Essendon coach
12:40 - Could James Hird return to the Bombers?
Scorecard #194
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Jacinta Allan's work from home laws, journalists using "exclusive" on their Tweets, shared custody of dogs, 'Subway Surfers', and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E16 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the timing of the UFC's Conor McGregor announcement, the length of the AFL season, Magic Round, The Sounding Board's voiceovers, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E16 - Hutchy: I Want To Acknowledge My Role In It
It was one of the biggest weeks in the show's history this week, with Hutchy and Damo chatting about Damien Hardwick's exchange with a journalist in Darwin, Damo's interview with Michael Voss and his subsequent comments on Kane Cornes, Mark Riley's viral question to Jim Chalmers, and more
In this episode:
1:11 - Spin City: Damien Hardwick
10:05 - Damo's interview with Michael Voss after his r
Scorecard #193
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Conflicts of interest in the NRL, Skip Bayless' return to First Take, Adidas' World Cup ad, Ted Turner's influence on modern media, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E15 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the qualifications of certain politicians, Jacinta Allan's Fed Square call, how they'd start the AFL from scratch, how international events like The Masters are shown in Australia, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E15 - Follow the Cash
Hutchy and Damo had a lot to work through today, including the latest chapter in the Karl Stefanovic saga, the AFL's challenges in Western Sydney, Austrac's investigation into Tabcorp, the awkward finish to ARN's AGM last week, and more.
In this episode:
0:26 - What Hutchy's been up to today
2:53 - The latest instalment in the Karl Stefanovic saga
7:00 - The push back on privatisation in the
Scorecard #192
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Labor's tax on Big Tech, the best film franchises, loser interviews, Melbourne Storm's era of sustained success, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E14 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the great "go-to experts", LIV Golf's future, where coaches do their press conference, "Club Content", and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettd
S11 E14 - Get Yourself Match Fit
Hutchy and Damo had a lot on their plate for this week's episode, including Brisbane's whiteboard leak, Brian Cook's awkward moment, "Audience Pinchers", the ABC admitting to their Bluey blunder, and more.
In this episode:
0:25 - Hutchy's AI endeavours
3:18 - Brisbane's whiteboard leak
7:59 - Sportsbet's decision to cut ties with Nick Foot
19:15 - Spin City: Brian Cook's presser last week
Scorecard #191
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: the Michael Jackson biopic, the New York Post, Anzac Day's significance, Abbie Chatfield on KIIS FM, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E13 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the "mingle strategy" at airport scanners, Hutchy's "read somewhere" line, The Friday Huddle, the AFL media's "glass jaw" last week, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E13 - Late to be Fired
Hutchy and Damo went deep on a few big issues this week including the public's reaction to Melbourne's "bar wars", how the impact of crisis managers has changed, Ben Roberts-Smith's media strategy, sleep-ins, and more.
In this episode:
1:03 - Hutchy's viral moment last week
4:13 - Melbourne's "Bar Wars"
13:25 - 'Crisis Managers' in modern media
23:51 - Ben Roberts-Smith's recent media appea
Scorecard #190
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: LIV Golf's future in Adelaide, SSN's new TV rights deal, Nike's Boston Marathon billboard, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's tour of Australia, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E12 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about how Hutchy retrieved a laptop that he lost on a plane, the media's coverage of Elijah Hollands, Diana Russini's resignation, The Sunday Footy Show in Perth, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E12 - This is Power Play 101
It's been another huge week in Australian media and that meant there was plenty for Hutchy and Damo to work through in this week's episode, including "loser interviews" after games, Tom Morris' arrival at Channel 7, Ross Lyon's press conference behaviour, the latest reporting on Karl Stefanovic, and more.
In this episode:
0:26 - Hutchy's travels to Perth on the weekend
6:20 - Zak Butters' app
Scorecard #189
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Scottie Scheffler's frosty moment with a journalist, Friday night double-headers in the AFL, the Super Bowl TV rights, Matt Hill's commentary gaffe, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E11 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the future of the NRL and Channel 9's relationship, Jack Higgins' ambassadorial role for South Australia, the way radio hosts speak into the microphone, how to approach Hutchy in public, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
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S11 E11 - An 'On the Record' Environment
Hutchy and Damo had tonnes to discuss after a big weekend spent at Gather Round, including the timing of Damo's hot take, Hutchy's conversation with Jackie Epstein, Karl Stefanovic's thoughts on Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest, the Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini situation in the NFL, and more.
In this episode:
0:43 - Damo's Showdown Take
5:17 - Hutchy's 'Frame Me In' moment
6:55 - What Jackie Epst
Scorecard #188
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Australia's social media ban for children, the shift of support on Donald Trump, AFL media members who also work at clubs, Chris Scott's comments on Wildcard Round, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E10 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Anthony Albanese's address to the nation, the ticket prices to the NFL in Melbourne, Fox Footy in Gather Round, the timing of the NBL grand final, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E10 - The Quote Graphic Guy
Hutchy and Damo had plenty to discuss after a busy Easter, including how outspoken some sporting clubs are, Australia's gambling ad reforms, Alexandra Merrett's TikTok about Essendon, the "visitor door stop", and more.
In this episode:
1:58 - Garry Lyon's hot mic moment
8:21 - "Clubs vs Leagues"
16:37 - On Brian Goorjian and his NBL championship win with the Sydney Kings
19:50 - Fox Footy's
Scorecard #187
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The Melbourne players in casual wear on Sunday, the Victorian Government making public transport free for a week, Kylie Minogue as the AFL grand final entertainment, Hutchy's tweets about Bryce Cotton, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: tw
S11 E9 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the way traditional media is regulated compared to digital media, the "taking out the trash" in the NRL over the weekend, Damo's Camaro, the Murdoch family documentary on Netflix, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barre
S11 E9 - I Got 'Click Tricked'!
As always, Hutchy and Damo had tonnes to discuss this week, including how the AFL and NRL will be impacted by the fuel crisis, Dana White's response to AI criticism, Kyle Sandilands' appearance outside of court, Jay Clark's exchange with Tom Morris, and more.
In this episode:
1:37 - How Hutchy was 'Click Tricked' yesterday
6:12 - How the fuel crisis will impact the AFL and NRL
11:00 - Dana W
Scorecard #186
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Tasmania playing home games exclusively in the state, next summer's cricket schedule, how One Nation will go in the Victorian state election, Twitter's legacy on journalism, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E8 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Channel 7 and Triple M's cross promotion, the different revenue that radio and podcasts generate, the editorial philosophy of AFL media, Dan Gorringe's ad in the AFL Record, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E8 - Zero F***s Given
Another juicy episode with Hutchy and Damo this week, inlcuding discussion on Karl Stefanovic's situation at Channel 9, the strike at the ABC, how "Mickey has become Clicky", Kyle Sandilands' legal battle, and more.
In this episode:
2:49 - Karl Stefanovic's situation at Channel 9
12:14 - The ABC staff going on strike
15:33 - Mitch Cleary's photo op while boundary riding
18:03 - Jay Clark's
Scorecard #185
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: the bodycam footage of Dylan Moore and Connor Macdonald, Anthony Albanese's pitch invasion, the White House's social media tactics, the question posed to Justin Longmuir, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E7 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Andrew Dillon's interviews on radio last weekend, reporting on the tribunal, the A-League's next TV rights deal, Hutchy's night out with Peter Malinauskas, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E7 - If you Don't Know, Don't Write it
There was endless material for Hutchy and Damo to work through this week, with the two discussing the Herald Sun's "Mr Bigs of Melbourne", Melbourne's place as the world's best city, the new "PR Payoff" Champion, the Liberals' Comm Games social clip, and more.
In this episode:
1:47 - The Herald Sun's "Mr Bigs of Melbourne"
7:08 - Anette Sharp's reporting on Mel McLaughlin
11:58 - Anthony Alb
Scorecard #184
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Copycat tactics in sport, how quick we believe rumours on social media, Charlotte Mortlock's comments on politicians and social media, Damo's pass mark for North Melbourne, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
S11 E6 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Opening Round, whether "more content the better" is right, the timing of the BBL season, replays after goals in venue, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian
S11 E6 - The Content Inferno
A huge episode this week, with Hutchy and Damo discussing Daniel Gorringe's use of Sam Docherty's voice note on his podcast, Collingwood refuting the rumours around Craig McRae, Kyle and Jackie-O's fallout, Tony Tardio's exit from 3AW, and more.
In this episode:
0:53 - Daniel Gorringe's attack on "old man media"
9:29 - Carlton's decision to pull Sam Docherty from a function
11:59 - Collingw
The Barkly St Drug Dealer Story: Who Tipped Off Who?
A story on Channel 7 caught Hutchy and Damo's eye recently, and it had them pondering an interesting question.
Hall of Frame: The Master
Hutchy thinks he's uncovered the "master" Hall of Framer, who is it?
Scorecard #183
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Peter V'landys recent jab at the AFL, the last disposal out of bounds rule, Makybe Diva, footy at the Olympics, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E5 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about sending reporters to war zones overseas, Hutchy's chances of buying a BBL team, professional podcasters, Opening Round in Sydney, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettda
S11 E5 - Exhibit A of How Not to Do it
Another big episode this week, with Hutchy and Damo discussing the 'Master Hall of Framer', Anthony Albanese's comments on Grace Tame, the latest from Kyle and Jackie-O's on-air blow-up, Kirsty Coventry throwing her media team under the bus, and more.
In this episode:
2:32 - The NRL's trip to Las Vegas
9:10 - The Master Hall of Framer
16:07 - Anthony Albanese's comments on Grace Tame
19:31
Did this young Hawk accidentally throw his agent under the bus?
A young Hawthorn star featured on SEN last week, and Hutchy noticed something he said that his manager mightn't have been too happy about...
Spin City: Hutchy as Collingwood CEO Craig Kelly
The Magpies have been under fire for the letter they sent to elderly members about changing their will to include the club, how does Craig (Hutchison) Kelly spin his way out of this one?
Scorecard #182
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: the ABC's new footy show, Kyle and Jackie-O's on-air blow up, Luke Beveridge's new song, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com
S11 E4 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about Jacinta Allan's recent press conference, the IOC's strict rules about their media rights, the time Damo "blinked", multi-view angles in footy broadcasts, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E4 - Spin City Returns!
There was endless material for Hutchy and Damo to work through this week, including the promo shoots for Channel 7 and Fox Footy, Danika Mason's cross on the Today Show, Collingwood's letter to elderly members, the information a young Hawk let slip, and more.
In this episode:
1:32 - Channel 7 and Fox Footy's commentary lineup photos
11:55 - The Herald Sun's article on Hutchy's lunch with Kane
Scorecard #181
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The ABC's coverage of the VFL, a second LIV Golf tournament in Australia, ACMA's latest regulations on AI use in radio, Married at First Sight, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian B
S11 E3 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about State of Origin's broadcast numbers, the infamous MCG drink stealer, Neil Crompton's removal from the Supercars commentary box, the timing of the NFL's match in Melbourne, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E3 - A Blurred World of Content
Hutchy and Damo had a lot to discuss after a busy weekend of sport, including State of Origin's return, Australia's anti-siphoning laws, the complexities behind Karl Stefanovic's new podcast, Melbourne's pre-season promo video, and more.
In this episode:
00:46 - The future of State of Origin after Saturday night's success
9:43 - Patrick Delaney's comments on the Australian government's anti-s
Scorecard #180
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Jeff Bezos' motivations with the Washington Post, the length of player contracts in the AFL, the timing of State of Origin, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett:
S11 E2 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about the way State of Origin has been promoted, AFL clubs "wining & dining" media personalities, Jess Wilson's first few months as Victorian Liberal leader, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.
S11 E2 - Blame the Subs
With Hutchy back from his overseas travels, he and Damo had plenty to chat about this week, including the change of language from the Herald Sun, the Super Bowl halftime show, "rules for some" in racing, the Washington Post's job cuts, and more.
In this episode:
0:38 - Hutchy's struggles with his voice
4:29 - The Herald Sun's change of language on Hutchy
13:06 - Bad Bunny's Super Bowl perfor
Scorecard #179
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Coco Gauff's comments about player privacy, fans filming AFL training sessions, journalists praising coaches at press conferences, Channel 7's paid partnership with the Victorian Government, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutc
S11 E1 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about England covering up Harry Brook's misdemeanour in New Zealand, the price of Kayo, Andrew Dillon's trip to India, State of Origin, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian
S11 E1 - Guess who 'Breaks his Silence'?
There was an abundance of ground for Hutchy and Damo to cover in their first episode of 2026, including the Herald Sun's report on Hutchy and 3AW, what they've also reported about relationships at the Brisbane Lions, Cricket Australia's "glass jaw" moment, the continued rise of the Australian Open, and more.
In this episode:
0:21 - Welcome to Series 11!
3:17 - What Hutchy's been up to ahead of
S10 E43 - The World Famous 'Soundies'
There was heaps for Hutchy and Damo to get through in their last episode of the year, including the Herald Sun's report on Hutchy's salary, the Anika Wells exclusive pulled by News Corp, the Ashes, and of course, 'The Soundies'.
In this episode:
0:33 - Damo's holiday
1:24 - The story about Hutchy's salary in the Herald Sun
9:55 - The Anika Wells exclusive pulled by News Corp
15:54 - Austral
Scorecard #178
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: Stuart Broad,
Victoria police, sports documentaries, the TikTok Awards, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian
S10 E42 - Question Time
Hutchy and Damo answer your questions. This week they talk about talent management in cricket broadcasting, the time Hutchy spends listening to SEN 1116, Donald Trump's battle with the BBC, their travels in the US, and more.
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barr
S10 E42 - Hutchy's Doorstop in Dallas
Fresh off their trip to the US, Hutchy and Damo had a lot to cover in this week's episode, including the cost of the BoM's new website, the King of the "PR Payoff", how DAZN are feeling about their deal with the AFL, the impact of the two-day Test in Perth, and more.
In this episode:
0:30 - Their trip to the US
13:00 - The cost of the BoM's new website
15:10 - Mitch Cleary's PR Payoff in Dub
Scorecard #177
Hutchy and Damo are given statements to agree or disagree with using a score out of 10. This week they discuss: The AFL Fixturing, R360, Epstein Files, Josh Giddey and Joe Root!
🗣️ Hosted by:
Craig Hutchison: twitter.com/craighutchy
Damian Barrett: twitter.com/barrettdamian
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