In this episode of The Footy Forecast, we’re joined by Kurt from The Golden Wings to break down West Coast’s 2024 season and what’s ahead in 2025.

We dive into the trade period and draft , discussing the impact of Liam Baker, Jack Graham, and Matt Owies joining the club, the departure of Tom Barrass, and a number of local WA prodigies pushing for a Round 1 debut.

With Andrew McQualter taking over as coach, we explore his vision for the team, preseason standouts, and potential role changes for key players, including Jack Hutchinson and Ryan Maric.

We also reflect on season highlights, including the Derby win over Freo, Jake Waterman’s breakout year, and Harley Reid’s stellar rookie season, while debating the ruck battle between Matt Flynn and Bailey Williams.

This episode is a must listen and the last our of Team Review Series!

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In this episode of Team Review Series, we’re joined by Tim Francis and Harvey Constable from the rising Feral Cats Podcast to chat all things Geelong ahead of the 2025 season.

We break down the Bailey Smith trade, how he fits into the Cats' midfield, and the speculation around Clayton Oliver’s potential move to the Cattery.

Our season review covers the Cats’ hot 7-0 start, their mid-year slump, and a dominant finals win over Port Adelaide, before falling just short in a Prelim Final thriller against Brisbane.

We highlight standout performances, including Max Holmes’ BnF-winning season, Ollie Dempsey’s and Maxy Holmes' breakout years, and the evolving roles of Tom Stewart, Gryan Miers and Sam De Koning.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Swoop Luke, the 2024 AFL Fans Association Fan of the Year and the creator behind the #1 Collingwood fan account with over 36K followers on Instagram and nearly 10K on YouTube.

We discuss the Pies' off-season strategy, including the additions of Harry Perryman and Dan Houston, while reflecting on the trades of John Noble and Joe Richards. 

We dive into Collingwood’s 2024 season, from a slow 0-3 start to a mid-season surge that had them sitting 3rd on the ladder, before ultimately missing the finals. 

Player performances are in the spotlight as we evaluate Darcy Moore’s leadership, Nick Daicos’ incredible season, and Lachie Schultz’s impact in his debut year. We also discuss breakout potential for younger players like Ed Allan and Reef McInnes.

This should be a fan favourite episode, so get around it!

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jack from Crows Nation—the #1 Adelaide Crows social media account with over 15K followers on Instagram.

We break down the Crows' off-season moves, reflect on their 2024 season, and analyse the key additions of Alex Neal-Bullen, Isaac Cumming, and James Peatling, as well as the exciting potential of draft pick Sid Draper.

From a tough 0-4 start to mid-season highlights, we revisit the Crows' rollercoaster year, evaluate Matty Nicks’ coaching, and reflect on the emotional farewell of Rory Sloane.

We also spotlight standout performers like Jordan Dawson and Izak Rankine while exploring breakout candidates for 2025. A must listen episode for all footy fans!

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In Episode 6 of our Team Review Series, we’re joined by Terry from Blue Abroad the biggest Carlton fan channel, to unpack the Blues’ thrilling 2024 season!

We kicked things off with Carlton’s bold trade moves, including securing pick 3 and trading up for future success.

Terry weighs in on whether the Blues’ offseason moves—including letting go of players like Matt Owies, Matt Kennedy, and Jack Martin—were the right call, and what their new star recruit Jagga Smith can bring to the group.

From Carlton’s rollercoaster ride that saw them climb to 2nd on the ladder to their elimination final loss to Brisbane, Terry shares his thoughts on the Blues' season in such a tight competition and reveals what they need to do to make a bigger impact in 2025.

We also take a closer look at key role players like Alex Cincotta, Tom De Koning, and Nic Newman as the Blues look to add versilitlity to their list.

With plenty to look forward to, this episode is packed with everything Carlton related ahead of the 2025 season.

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North Melbourne fans, this episode is for you! In Episode 5 of our Team Review Series, we’re joined by Bailey from The Shinboners Podcast to unpack the Kangaroos’ 2024 season.

From celebrating the club’s AFLW premiership success to welcoming veterans like Luke Parker, Caleb Daniel, and Jack Darling, we break down North’s trade moves and dive into a draft class led by Finn O’Sullivan and Matt Whitlock, exploring how these future stars fit into the club’s long-term plans.

We also highlight flashes of exciting footy throughout a challenging year, including Harry Sheezel’s brilliance, Tristan Xerri’s rise as a dominant ruckman, and the class of Luke Davies-Uniake.

With a dynamic young core and plenty to look forward to, this episode is packed with insights, expert analysis, and bold predictions that will have Roos fans buzzing! A must-listen episode for all footy fans!

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In this exciting episode of our AFL Team Review Series, we’re joined by prominent AFL and Brisbane Lions contributor, Reece Melvin to dissect the Lions’ unforgettable 2024 season.

From their rocky start to their stunning Grand Final victory, this episode delivers an in-depth analysis of Brisbane’s journey, player performances, and future prospects.

We explore the key turning points and tactics, highlighting how Chris Fagan’s coaching and the team’s belief fueled incredible comebacks in the Semi-Final and Preliminary Final. The spotlight shines on standout players, including Lachie Neale, Dayne Zorko, Kai Lohmann, and Will Ashcroft, with Ashcroft’s post-ACL return capped off by a Norm Smith Medal-winning performance.

Additionally, we delve into the Lions’ quiet trade period, draft strategy, and the impact of Joe Daniher’s sudden retirement.

This episode is a must-listen for all AFL fans, offering expert analysis, insider perspectives, and an inspiring look at how the Brisbane Lions roared to glory in 2024!

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In this episode of our AFL Team Review Series, we take a deep dive into the St Kilda Football Club's 2024 season with special guest Saints TV.

We Analyse the Saints’ relatively quiet trade period, including the acquisition of Jack Macrae from the Bulldogs and Jack Carroll as a Delisted Free Agent from Carlton. We also explore the club’s draft strategy with picks 7, 8, 32, and 47, and reflect this year’s mass list changes.

We touch on the key turning points and standout performances from the 2024 season, highlight breakout seasons from Darcy Wilson, Marcus Windhager, and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, while looking ahead to potential breakout players in 2025.

An engaging and unmissable chat for every footy fan!

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Episode two of the Team Review Series is here! This time, we’re diving into all things Port Adelaide with special guest The Pear – one of the original AFL content creators with a strong following across YouTube, Instagram, and his podcast, Pears on a Pod.

We break down Port’s trade period, highlighted by a mega deal that brought in Jack Lukosius, Joe Richards, and Rory Atkins. However, the departure of Dan Houston leaves a significant gap, and we discuss what these moves mean for the club’s future.

Anthony shares his insights on the standout moments from the season and the challenges Port faced, as well as his assessment of Ken Hinkley’s coaching performance.

He also highlights the impressive contributions of breakout stars Logan Evans and Jase Burgoyne while the roles of Esava Ratugolea, Todd Marshall and Ivan Soldo are still up in the air.

A very enjoyable and must listen chat for all footy fans!

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In this episode, we’re kicking off our team-by-team season review series, starting with a deep dive into the Sydney Swans' 2024 season with AFL Youtuber, Content Creator and Swans Fanatic, Riles Macca!

We dive into the Swans' 2024 season, breaking down everything from a quiet trade period to the highs, lows, and Grand Final heartbreak. We also cover new recruits, standout players, and areas to watch.

Looking ahead to 2025, Riles highlights the Swans players primed to make a big impact and shares his bold prediction for where they’ll land on the ladder next season.

A must listen and insightful chat for all! Feel free to like, follow and share with a mate for more chats like this.

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