🎙️ Episode Summary Welcome back to the Dad and Son Podcast! After a long break, Simon (Dad) and Jack (Son) return with all the energy and banter you love. In this episode, they break down the latest AFL upsets, NBL season excitement, and the NFL's opening week surprises. Plus, they dive deep into Australia's incredible Olympic performance, chat with a surprise guest, and even attempt live phone calls to unexpected people. This episode is full of fun, randomness, and a whole lot of sports talk.

🔍 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• AFL's most exciting season in years (and why Jack's footy tips are shocking)
• NBL HoopsFest – what's coming up and why Jack is so excited
• Buffalo Bills' unexpected loss and team shakeups
• Australia's Olympic moments, including Ariarne Titmus, Jess Fox, and more
• Live call-ins with Ruby Devlin and a surprise German guest
• A hilarious attempt to land a sponsorship deal with Mecca

⏳ Episode Breakdown with Timestamps

[00:00] – 🎤 Welcome Back!

• Dad and Jack reunite for an epic sports conversation.
• Simon turns 50 (what?!) and Jack is now a tween.

[02:30] – 🏉 AFL Madness: Upsets & Predictions

• Fremantle's struggles – could they miss the top 8?
• Carlton's shocking loss and the unpredictable AFL season.
• Jack's wild footy tipping results – 7 out of 9 without trying?!

[10:45] – 🏀 NBL HoopsFest Excitement

• Perth set to host HoopsFest – Jack wants to go, but will Dad be away?
• Who to watch in the upcoming NBL season.

[15:20] – 🏈 NFL Season Begins – Bills' Disastrous Start

• Buffalo Bills get crushed by the Chicago Bears.
• Stefon Diggs leaves – what this means for the Bills.
• Why Dad and Jack think the team will bounce back.

[22:40] – 🏊‍♀️ Olympic Glory – Aussies Shine!

• Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O'Callaghan dominate swimming.
• Jess Fox and her canoeing gold medal.
• Aussie breakdancing…um, not so good. 😅

[31:10] – 📞 Surprise Guest! Calling Ruby Devlin

• Ruby shares her thoughts on the Olympics & Australia's success.
• Can Dad & Son land a spot on the Mecca podcast? (Spoiler: doubtful)

[41:05] – 🇩🇪 Special German Guest: Talking Sports & Olympics

• Teresa joins to chat about Germany's Olympic results.
• Why badminton is secretly awesome.
• The fun of following Aussie vs. Germany medal races.

[50:12] – 📣 Shoutouts & Wrap-up

• Special shoutouts to teachers, friends, and surprise guests.
• Will Jack's AFL top 8 predictions prove accurate?
• A campaign begins: Getting Dad & Son on the Mecca Podcast!

📢 Resources & Links 🔗 AFL Ladder & Match Schedules: AFL.com.au 🏀 NBL HoopsFest Details: NBL.com.au 🇦🇺 Olympic Results & Medal Tallies: Olympics.com 🎧 Mecca Podcast (Ruby's show!): Listen here

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