You’ve heard from all the candidates ahead of the 2022 AGM, so now a slight change of tact as we sit down for a frank discussion with current Board Member, Richie Vandenberg.

Vandenberg needs no introduction to the brown and gold faithful, and we were able to get some incredible insight from an out-and-out Hawthorn person who has worn many different hats at the club over the years.

Our former captain was able to dive into some big issues that have faced the current Board and will be front and centre when the new one is sworn in.

Some of the points of discussion in this episode included:

* His football portfolio and how it is enmeshed with different club departments;

* The unusual territory the club is in, the volatile environment and emotional rollercoaster of this current election campaign;

* The solid foundations that have been laid by the current Board;

* The cultural review;

* The Alastair Clarkson decision and his current relationship with the club; and

* The pathway forward on the field.

There are many other topics covered through our 50 minute chat with Vandenberg, who gave us a fascinating insight into the on-field direction that has been laid out.

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