This week on Sport & Life, Leon and Sam sit down with one of footy’s great cult figures — the unforgettable René Kink. From kicking 146 goals in 12 games as a 15‑year‑old to becoming a Collingwood pin‑up boy and one of the most feared forwards of the 70s and 80s, Kinky’s story is as big as the man himself.

He opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the honesty that defined his career — including the brutal reality of playing in seven losing grand finals, the moments he fell out of love with the game, and the coaches and opponents who shaped him. As he puts it, “At times… I lost interest, and so on and so forth… do I have any regrets? Not really.”

Kink also dives into life beyond footy: hairdressing fame, indoor sports empires, landscape gardening, snooker breaks, and his current life as a Port Melbourne local celebrity — even if his daily bike ride is “a 50‑metre trip to the coffee shop.”

A big personality, a big career, and a beautifully candid conversation with one of the game’s most recognisable figures.

Sam returns from Bali refreshed, Leon is firing, and Dan is back in the studio — just in time for one of the great characters of Australian football. Dale “Flea” Weightman joins the boys for a brilliant, free‑flowing chat that moves from Mildura sandhills to State of Origin glory, from the chaos of 70s and 80s Richmond to the characters who shaped the game.

Flea reflects on debuting in 1978, surviving the old-school training regimes, winning Tassie and Simpson Medals, and the pride of pulling on the Big V alongside legends like EJ Whitten. He talks about the toughness of the era, the camaraderie, the sledging, the after‑match beers, and why State of Origin made players better footballers — and better teammates.

There are stories about the General, about being five‑foot‑nothing in a land of giants, about the Richmond coaching carousel, and about the joy and brutality of footy before GPS, rotations and sports science. The boys also dive into the modern game, how it’s changed, and why Flea would love to be a half‑back flanker today.

Ted Whitten Jnr opens up about life in the shadow of an icon, the chaos and comedy of 70s and 80s footy, and the moment his dad gave him the most unexpected piece of career advice ever. From the emotional final lap at the Western Oval to the fight that saved the Bulldogs, to raising over $15 million for prostate cancer research, this episode dives into the real legacy of the Whitten name. A must‑listen for footy fans who love the stories behind the stories.

With Sam on holidays, Dan Jones steps off the rookie list and into the guts as he and Leon welcome Channel Seven’s Brian “BT” Taylor to kick off the AFL season. BT takes us from leaving home at 16, to kicking a hundred goals, to carving out a media career built on personality, preparation and pure instinct. He opens up on State of Origin magic, the evolution of access in footy, the art of calling a game, and the Christmas snapper that nearly burned the house down. A cracking chat with one of the game’s great characters.

Jeff Brown joins Sam, Rich and Liam for a wide‑ranging, deeply human conversation that moves from footy folklore to leadership, loyalty and life after a cancer diagnosis. Brown reflects on his years as Collingwood president, the fallout and legacy of the Do Better report, the rise of Craig McRae, and the club’s transformation into a 110,000‑member powerhouse.

The boys dive into the changing landscape of the AFL — from gaming and sponsorship tensions to the evolution of coaching, culture and the booming growth of AFLW. Brown also opens up about his battle with multiple myeloma, the research breakthroughs giving real hope, and the community behind the “My Greatest Call” fundraising lunch honouring Sandy Roberts.

It’s a conversation full of humour, honesty and perspective — from legal war stories to media memories, from Fitzroy heartbreak to Collingwood triumph, and from the fragility of life to the power of mateship.

A thoughtful, funny and generous chat with one of Australian sport’s most influential figures.

On this episode of Sport and Life, Sam and Leon sit down with one of the most iconic voices in Australian sport — Sandy Roberts. Across decades behind the microphone, Sandy has called some of the country’s greatest moments, and today he reflects on the highs, the heartbreaks, and the stories that shaped his remarkable career.

But this conversation goes deeper than nostalgia. Sandy opens up about his diagnosis with multiple myeloma and the new chapter of purpose it has inspired. Now an ambassador for Myeloma Australia, he’s using his platform to raise awareness, support families, and push for better outcomes for the thousands of Australians living with this incurable blood cancer.

It’s a warm, honest, and deeply human chat with a man whose voice has been part of our sporting lives — and whose courage continues to inspire.

Andrew Gowers joins the show to reflect on a life in football — from 140 senior games (89 with Hawthorn, 51 with Brisbane) to his role in Hawthorn’s 1991 Premiership. We dive into his transition to Club President, how the Hawks are positioning themselves for 2026, the strategic move to Dingley, and the stories behind his own playing career. It’s a thoughtful, candid look at leadership, legacy, and the future of the brown and gold.

We chat with former AFL footballer Peter 'Spida' Everitt who played 291 games across three clubs (St.Kilda, Hawthorn & Sydney.) We chat with Spida about his time in the AFL, the coaches he butted heads with and his career post football in the media for both radio and television.

We chat with legendary boxing trainer Johnny Lewis. Johnny trained six world champions in his time including Jeff Fenech and Kostya Tszyu. We chat with Johnny about his career and some memorable moments in and out of the ring.

We chat with former Australian Tennis Professional John Millman. John made his Grand Slam debut at the 2006 Australian Open and famously defeated Roger Federer at the 2018 US Open going onto make the qtr finals. We chat with John about his career and his move now into the tennis media landscape.