The Long Weekend
Two of Australia’s biggest media names, Karl Stefanovic and Eddie McGuire, take on the conversations that matter. They break down the biggest stories in news, sport and entertainment with sharp opinions and no-holds-barred discussion. The podcast is produced by GOLD & iHeart Australia.
Episodes
Inside the Geelong Concussion Scandal, Ninja Warrior at the Olympics and Comm Games Oldest Medalist
Abbey Gelmi takes the reins this week and dives into the fallout from the Geelong concussion controversy, with AFL journalist Jay Clark breaking down the league's response, the questions facing the Cats, and what it means for the future of player welfare. As well, Georgie Tunny joins the show to discuss the arrival of Ninja Warrior-style obstacle racing at the Olympics and why the fast-growing spo
Eddie confronts Dan Gorringe, Geelong's Concussion Deal, Perth Bears' New Jersey & Spud's Game
Eddie McGuire and Abbey Gelmi tackle one of the biggest issues facing sport, diving into the AFL concussion controversy following revelations of a confidential agreement involving a Geelong player and the broader impact of head injuries across all codes. As well, leading sports medicine expert Dr Peter Larkins joins the show to unpack the latest concussion protocols, player welfare concerns and wh
Laurie Daley’s Shock Departure, Neale Daniher Statue News & Stories From Glasgow
Eddie McGuire and Abbey Gelmi dive into news about Laurie Daley's shock departure after NSW's epic Origin win. As well, Danny Weidler reveals details of a strange court case may see a JUDGE watch over NRL commentators at plus...Commonwealth Games Bronze Medalist and Aussie TV legend Johanna Griggs shares stories from Glasgow. Guests: Danny Weidler Johanna GriggsSee omnystudio.com/listener fo
Pies' Strange Innovation, Storm Finals Fight & AUS v IRL | Sally Pearson, Ash Riddell & Billy Slater
Eddie McGuire and Abbey Gelmi dive into Australia's golden Commonwealth Games campaign, with Olympic champion Sally Pearson joining the show to discuss the nation's track and field resurgence, Tori Lewis' record-breaking rise, Cam Myers' mile ambitions, and why Australian athletics is entering a new golden era ahead of LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032. NRL legend Billy Slater previews a massive weekend o
Victoria Leadership Crisis, Commonwealth Games Gold Rush & Wests Tigers Turmoil
Eddie discusses the Victorian political leadership battle he revealed before it became national news, while Australia continues its golden run at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Seven's Xander McGuire joins from Scotland to break down Australia's early dominance, Cam McEvoy's incredible comeback, cycling's biggest rivalry and the atmosphere surrounding the Games. Daily Telegraph and Code Sports se
Paul Gallen questions the NRL's biggest gamble & Bruce McAvaney reports live from Glasgow on the Commonwealth Games
Eddie McGuire and Abbey Gelmi are joined by legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney live from Glasgow ahead of the opening of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Bruce shares his thoughts on the atmosphere in Scotland, Australia's medal chances and why the men's mile could be the race of the Games. The team also discusses the fallout from Adelaide fans booing Collingwood's Isaac Quaynor, whether booing stil
