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Episodes
Footy Nightline with Matt Granland - June 12, 2026
Listen back to Matt Granland as he takes your calls after the Cats and the Suns from Kardinia Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: Geelong get their mojo back with a MASSIVE win over the Suns! (June 12, 2026)
Listen back as the Cats got back in the winners' column with a dominant 45-point victory over Gold Coast at GMHBA Stadium in Round 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Noah Anderson comments on 'confusing' umpiring from Friday night's match
Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson joined us after the loss to Geelong on Friday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Joel Selwood's best players! (Geelong v Gold Coast)
Listen to Joel Selwood's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Geelong v Gold Coast (June 12, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Cats win over the Suns at Kardinia Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gold Coast CEO questioned on the future of Ben King and Bailey Humphrey
Gold Coast Suns CEO Mark Evans joined us before their match against Geelong on Friday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
PRE-GAME: Friday Night Footy on 3AW! (June 12, 2026)
Listen to the full pre-game ahead of the Cats and the Suns at Kardinia Park in Geelong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3AW Sports Today with Jimmy Bartel, Joel Selwood & Sam McClure - 12 June, 2026 - Full Show
Listen back to the full show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Disappointing': Sam McClure responds after heated Alister Nicholson Tasmania exchange
Sam McClure has had his right of reply after his heated exchange with reporter Alister Nicholson over the Tasmanian AFL team at a podcast studio during the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon Anderson's predictions for round 14 in the AFL
Jon Anderson joined 3AW Breakfast hosts Ross and Russ for his thoughts on this weekend's upcoming footy games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Footy Nightline with Bruce Eva & Troy Zantuck - June 11, 2026
Listen back to Bruce Eva & Troy Zantuck as they take your calls after the Dogs and the Crows from Marvel Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: The Crows TOO GOOD for the Bulldogs at Marvel! (June 11, 2026)
Listen to the full review of Dogs v Adelaide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Sam Docherty found ‘alarming’ after the Bulldogs' heavy defeat
Listen to Sam Docherty's thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Sam Docherty's best players! (Western Bulldogs v Adelaide)
Listen to Sam Docherty's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Western Bulldogs v Adelaide (June 11, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Crows win over the Dogs at Marvel Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Very disappointing': A dejected Buku Khamis joined 3AW post-game
Listen to the full interview with Buku Khamis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'We love him': James Peatling praises Crows skipper Jordan Dawson after win!
Listen to the full interview with James Peatling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
PRE-GAME: Thursday Night Footy on 3AW! (June 11, 2026)
Listen to the full pre-game ahead of the Dogs and the Crows under the dome at Marvel Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Incredible footy brain': Matt Egan throws his support behind coaching aspirant James Kelly
Listen to the full interview with Western Bulldogs General Manager Matt Egan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3AW Sports Today with Jimmy Bartel, Sam Docherty & Laura Spurway - 11 June, 2026 - Full Show
Listen back to the full show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Jimmy Bartel would fix the AFL's mid-season 'madness'
On Sports Today, Jimmy Bartel has put forward an array of ideas to fix the heavily criticised mid-season bye rounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Docherty previews all of the big matchups ahead of round 14 in the AFL
The former Carlton captain speaks to Jacqui Felgate every Thursday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What David Schwarz thought of the Billy Frampton tribunal verdict
Melbourne great David Schwarz commented to the decision at the tribunal, and whether he thinks Brody Mihocek will play again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon Anderson best left-footed AFL team of the 21st century
This is one talented squad for sure!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eddie shorts Sidebottom & Hird’s advice for Sicily
Eddie McGuire and James Hird look ahead to Round 14, although Eddie doesn’t really care as the Pies have the Bye. Hirdy has some Captaincy advice for James Sicily and which players should be hanging up the boots at the end of the year. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTRAGRAMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who Matthew Richardson 'can't believe' isn't in the Hall of Fame already
Richo spoke to Jacqui Felgate after the Australian Football Hall of Fame last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The greatest ever season by a midfielder according to Jon Anderson
The sports reporter shared his thoughts after the AFL Hall of Fame last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hirdy on the “Northern Territory Bombers”
Eddie McGuire and James Hird answer your questions. Should the Bombers look to build a home in the Northern Territory, Hirdy has his say, and Eddie lashes out at the Sydney domination. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTRAGRAMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Libby Birch speaks on Brody Mihocek's serious neck injury
AFLW star and 3AW Football's own Libby Birch unpacked the big injury news from round 13 with Jimmy Bartel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Pretty harsh': Sam Docherty reacts to Billy Frampton's suspension
Sam Docherty has reacted to Collingwood defender Billy Frampton's three week suspension for his tackle on Melbourne forward Brody Mihocek during the King's Birthday clash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Sam McClure's 'gut feel' is with the new Tasmanian AFL stadium
Award-winning AFL journalist and broadcaster, Sam McClure, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tom Elliott and Tony Jones discuss wildcard round and AFLW curtain raisers
Tony Jones joined Tom Elliott to discuss wildcard round in the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eddie and Hirdy on Mihocek tackle “Frampton did nothing wrong”
Eddie McGuire and James Hird discuss the biggest issues from Round 13. The Big Freeze 12, Hirdy is all for the AFL’s ‘rule of the week’, Eddie urges the club bosses to take a stand against the AFL Commission ahead of the Tasmania Devils license and they both don’t think Billy Frampton has a case to answer for his tackle on Brody Mihocek.EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTRAGRAMSee omny
Jon Anderson weighs in on new rules that could be introduced to the AFL
Sports reporter Jon Anderson talked with 3AW Breakfast hosts Ross and Russel about what new rules they believe might benefit the modern game if introduced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The one rule Ross Stevenson wants to introduce to football
3AW Breakfast hosts Ross and Russ discussed a thrilling weekend of football, coming to a conversation about whether there are any rules they would like introduced to football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: The Dees win a thrilling King's Birthday match over the Pies! (June 8, 2026)
Listen to the full review of Pies v Dees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Collingwood v Melbourne (June 08, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Dees win over the Pies in Big Freeze 12 at the MIGHTY MCG, the first without the great Neale Daniher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Brad Hardie's best players! (Collingwood v Melbourne)
Listen to Brad Hardie's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Quite frustrating': Pat Lipinksi joins us after Collingwood's narrow King's Birthday defeat
Listen to the full interview with Pat Lipinksi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Lane delivers brutal verdict on Collingwood's finals hopes
Listen to the full post-match reaction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'I was screaming at him': Harrison Petty on Kozzy Pickett's decision to play on
Listen to the full interview with Harrison Petty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FINAL MOMENTS: Collingwood v Melbourne (June 8, 2026)
Listen to the thrilling final moments of Collingwood v Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Doc Larkins' analysis on sickening Brody Mihocek injury
Dr Peter Larkins joined 3AW Football during the match. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'It just feels right': Caro speaks on possibility of Josh Fraser becoming full-time coach
Listen to the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BIG FREEZE MONDAY FOOTY PREVIEW: Round 13 (June 08, 2026)
Listen to the full Big Freeze Footy Preview with Laura Spurway, Matthew Richardson, Sam Docherty and Caroline Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caro HITS BACK at caller about Essendon coaching search
Listen to Caro's full reaction to the caller's commentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why North Melbourne may not be able to sack Clarkson
On 3AW Football, Caroline Wilson thinks the Kangaroos coach's future at the club remains unclear due to another underwhelming season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Demons coach Steven King joins Eddie Summerfield during the MND march to the MCG
Listen to the full interview with Steven King. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Richo calls for umpires to use 'common sense' after Harry McKay incident
On 3AW Football, Matthew Richardson says the umpire needed to use "common sense", with Harry McKay over 70 metres away from goal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lewis Martin provides insight into the future of the AFL's broadcasting rights
Listen to the full chat with former Channel 7 football boss Lewis Martin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Extremely frustrating': Will Setterfield speaks after close loss to Carlton
Will Setterfield joined us in the losing Essendon rooms on Sunday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The teammate Sam Walsh thinks has been 'amazing' this season
Carlton midifelder Sam Walsh joined us after the close win over Essendon on Sunday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: The Blues hold on against their arch rivals! (June 7, 2026)
Listen back to the full post-match analysis from Sunday night's game at the MCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Sam Docherty's best players! (Essendon v Carlton)
Listen to Sam Docherty's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Very smart': Sam Docherty weighs in on late Harry McKay controversy
Sam Docherty has weighed in on the controversy late in the Carlton Essendon match on Sunday night involving Blues forward Harry McKay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Essendon v Carlton (June 07, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Blues win over the Bombers in the traditional King's Birthday Eve clash at the MCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
PRE-GAME: King's Birthday Eve Footy on 3AW! (June 07, 2026)
Listen to the full pre-game ahead of the traditional King's Birthday Eve clash between Essendon and Carlton at the mighty MCG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dan McPherson talks through process of finding Essendon's next head coach
Essendon's Head of Football, Dan McPherson, joined us before Sunday night's match at the MCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: The Swans a THRILLER at the SCG! (June 7, 2026)
Listen back to all of the post-match analysis from the dramatic game at the SCG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jai Serong takes us through his emotions after kicking the match-winning goal!
Sydney's Jai Serong joined us after the drama at the SCG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Matthew Richardson's best players! (Sydney v St Kilda)
Listen to Richo's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Sydney v St Kilda (June 07, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Swans win over the Saints and the SCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'That is the mark of the year!': Tony Leonard's call of Liam Ryan's screamer!
Listen back to Tony Leonard's ripper call of the specky at the SCG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SUNDAY FOOTY PREVIEW: Round 13 (June 07, 2026)
Listen to the full Sunday Footy Preview with Shane McInnes, Matthew Richardson, Tony Shaw and Laura Spurway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich speaks on their 'amazing' on-field performances
Listen to the full interview with Matthew Pavlich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob Harvey says Corey Enright is 'ready' to take on a senior coaching role
Listen to the full thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'They failed the club': Tony Shaw's STRONG analysis of North Melbourne's huge loss
Listen to Shawry's full thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nathan Jones speaks on his special relationship with Neale Daniher ahead of Big Freeze 12
Listen to the full interview with Nathan Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Shaw supports Chris Scott's concerns over coaches walking through crowd
Listen to Shawry's full thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Richo urges Carlton and Essendon to appoint first-time coaches
On 3AW Football, Matthew Richardson says both Essendon and Carlton should look to bring in a first-time coach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Gold Coast v Brisbane (June 06, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Lions win over the Suns in QClash 31 on the Gold Coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: Brisbane get their mojo back in the QClash! (June 6, 2026)
Listen back to 3AW Football's thoughts as Brisbane bounced back against Gold Coast to run out 31-point winners!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Rory Sloane's best players! (Gold Coast v Fremantle)
Listen to Rory Sloane's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caro reveals the compensation Essendon is likely to receive from the AFL
Essendon have asked the AFL for compensation after many years at the bottom of the ladder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE VOTES! Sam Docherty's best players! (North Melbourne v Fremantle)
Listen to Sam Docherty's votes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL HIGHLIGHTS: North Melbourne v Fremantle (June 06, 2026)
Listen to the full highlights of 3AW Football's call of the Dockers win over the Kangaroos at Hands Oval in Bunbury in WA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL REVIEW: Fremantle demolish the Roos in their biggest winning margin! (June 6, 2026)
Listen back to how 3AW Football reacted to Fremantle's 124-point win over North Melbourne at Hands Oval. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'An embarrassing day': Tony Shaw SLAMS North Melbourne after horror loss
Listen to Shawy and Doc's thoughts as North Melbourne were SMASHED by Fremantle over in Perth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leigh questions umpires amidst Taylor Walker suspension
Leigh Matthews put the push in the back rule in the spotlight after Tex Walker copped a week on Thursday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SATURDAY FOOTY PREVIEW: Round 13 (June 6, 2026)
Listen to the full Saturday footy preview with Bruce Eva, Caroline Wilson and Leigh Matthews.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
