The Footy Yarn

Just hours ahead of the AFLW Draft, potential top 10 and likely first rounder Kaitlyn Srhoj joins me in the studio to talk about the one thing everyone wants to hear, her instagram from when she was 10. We also talk about footy as well I guess. #AFLW #AFLWDraft #WAFLW

With the AFLW Draft just hours away, listen in to likely draftee Jaime Henry as we talk very little about footy and get off topic every 5 minutes. The kinda content you’re just not getting elsewhere. #AFLW #AFLWDraft #WAFLW

The AFLW Draft is just hours away and WA bolter Ella Slocombe is in the studio ahead of the big dance. Off the back of a WAFLW League flag last season, Ella’s form accelerated despite injury setbacks this year and we get in to the nitty gritty of it all. #AFLW #AFLWDraft #WAFLW

GWS Giant Joe Fonti & Dockers train on Sam Van Rooyen joined me in the studio ahead of the AFL Draft last week to give us the lowdown on their year. From shock call ups to big bags to sponsorships, we thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and I hope you do too xx.

A week late but just as quality, new Geelong Cat ruck Mitch Edwards joined me in studio to chat about his path to the draft, taking on AFL bigmen already and getting shunted from the mids group chat. #AFL #AFLDraft #WAFooty #WAFL #AFLPodcast

Out a little later than intended, new North Melbourne man Riley Hardeman & future prospect Evan Smith join me in Riley's backyard for a chat about there rise to draft prominence. From snake killing to cocktail making, these boys get stuck into the nitty gritty of it all. #AFL #AFLDraft #WAFL #WAFooty

A week late, with the draft wrapped up, here's one of four podcasts I couldn't publish in time for your enjoyment. Now Bulldog Aiden O'Driscoll & Eagle Coen Livingstone join me in Drisco's backyard for a chat about their country upbringings and special talents away from footy!

Another day, another draft prospect hitting the screen. Xavier Walsh is a lumbering key forward with big mitts and buckets of talent. We hit the nitty gritty of fashion trends and shit roommates. #AFL #AFLDraft #WAFooty #WAFL #FootyPodcast #AFLPodcast

Perhaps the most calamitous interview I've ever done, Oscar Hine-Baston is in the studio and rather comfortable. A conversation that regularly tows the line, plenty will never see the light of day, but plentier does. #AFL #AFLDraft #WAFL #WAFooty #AFLPodcast

Patriotic Western Australian Jed Walter has kindly got the set up going down at his Nan's in Dunsborough for an all time chat. A priceless podcast (fuel cost about $60) with the premier big man in this years draft. From Dunsborough to the Gold Coast, being a terrible footballer to the projected pick 2, and his love of bird watching, it all gets covered in this time. #AFL #AFLDraft #GoldCoast #Dunsborough #Footy #FootyPodcast #DraftPodcast

Big K-Dog himself Koen Sanchez makes his way into the studio ahead of the AFL Draft in just over a weeks time. Very fun conversation, even funnerer listen!

The poddy's are back, the studio is not. Down in Binningup to the Hall residence as Peel Thunder's Clay Hall & Subiaco's Koltyn Tholstrup join me to chat ahead of their likely successful 2023 draft towards the end of this month. From sticking your feet in cow shit to faking injuries, we cover all the important topics that the other journo's are just too afraid to get into. Pure, unadulterated, hard hitting journalism. #AFL #AFLDraft #WAFL

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Tyrell Dewar is an exciting forward out of Kalgoorlie aligned to West Coast through their NGA program. Beginning the year on the half back line, Dewar pushed forward in order to play state footy and excelled, showing signs of a promising future regularly throughout the season.

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Kane Bevan is a tall, gutsy inside midfielder with leadership qualities and a polished junior resume. With experience as a key defender, several years of big performances and a Jack Clarke Medal for WAFL Colts Best and Fairest in his possession, Kane is going to be one to watch in this draft.

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Harry Cole has been another bolter in this years draft, the medium forward out of Claremont and Hale has been superb in 2022 to find himself as a late addition to the state squad where he performed admirably in the State Carnival. Able to push into the midfield and play a variety of roles in the forward line, Harry's talent and versatility will have many clubs licking their lips.

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Ed Allan is a tantalising prospect heading into this draft. With such a limited sample size in 2022 due to injury, Ed was exciting in the few games he managed. A tall player capable of playing all across the ground, Ed predominantly fills out on a wing and has managed to bolt himself into first round draft calculations.

Sam Gilbey has been one of the top prospects in this draft since the year began, but off the back of illness and injury, he has missed out on a lot of opportunities in 2022, but has continued to impress whenever he has played. A good sized, rebounding defender, Sam is a smart player with a beauty of a kick. 

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Darcy Jones has been one who has proved many doubters wrong in 2022. A short king of an inside midfielder, Darcy uses his speed and agility to be a major threat in contests and get around the ground to accumulate and dominate. A helmet wearing, scoreboard impacting jet, Darcy broke the all time agility record in the most recent National Combine, a record previously held by Stephen Hill. 

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Connor McDonald is the younger brother of Sydney key forward Logan McDonald, but he provides a much different game to his sibling. A medium sized midfielder, capable of playing on the inside or the outside, Connor has proven to be a bolter in this years draft. A late addition to the state squad off the back of AFL clubs wanting to see more of him, the year has been a big one for him.

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to  discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether  or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Jedd Busslinger and Hugh Davies are two of the draft's premier key defenders in 2022. Busslinger firms a likely top 10 selection as the number one key defender in this draft. He is a smart user of the footy, reader of the play, and close personal friend of Joel Selwood, a story he delves into in detail.

Davies is going to be an interesting name to watch in this draft, a potential gem late in the draft, or early selection for a club yearning for the smart, intercept defender that has become so popular in the modern game.

Ahead of the draft, some of WA's best talents join us in the studio to discuss their journey until now, just days away from finding out whether or not they will find themselves on an AFL list in 2023.

Baxter Philip is a crafty and athletic midfielder who can fill out a spot in the engine room, on the outside, or as a forward. Small and lightweight, his athleticism and skill has been the foundation for an ultra impressive 2022 which saw him earn a spot in the WA State Combine, where he dominated testing.

Stories from his professional wake-boarding day, dispelling rumours in the media and his rapid improvement in 2022, there's plenty on offer from Baxter in this episode.

The seasons over and we're ready to call it a day. Trade chat is heating up, there's no such thing as a reliable source and clubs are throwing empty threats around for fun. Happy end of season xo

Sebs back, Julia's on, footy is here. An early start to the round is upon us as we discuss everything ahead of us in a massive week of footy.

4 teams left, soon to be 2, 2 blokes best suited to tell you all about it (probably not us). A look at the finals as we gear up for a big two weeks to go of 2022's AFL season. 

Joining me in the studio this week is the Dockers newest Irish import Orlagh Lally. From title celebrations with Meath to a podcast studio built on a budget in a spare room, it's been a wild ride for Orlagh to get to the Dockers, and with a few games under her belt, she tells us all about that journey.

Wowee, what an intense week 1 of finals that was. It's hard to see how it gets any better than that, but lucky we're here to try make it better. 

Unfortunately no full podcast this week for the AFLW, but to make up for it, Collingwood superstar Ruby Schleicher joined me for a chat. From the beginnings of the AFLW to now, the rough starts, moving to Melbourne with no money and looking at how far she's come to be a back to back All-Australian, Ruby dishes up some great gab.

Some scheduling issues left our dear Franky out of contention for this weeks episode, fortunately West Coast's Lauren Wakfer clutched up to come in and give us the spill on life at the Eagals. Hawthorn captain Tilly Lucas-Rodd was also kind enough to join over the phone for a chat about her career, her records in inaugurality (if that's a word) and life at the Hawks.

Oh baby, finals week 1 is here and what better way to celebrate then with a big name guest, Michael Frederick from the Fremantle Dockers is in the studio ahead of his do or die clash against the Dogs. Hoping, praying, wishing that you enjoy the listen. 

That's a day for home and away footy, 23 weeks gone, 8 teams remain. We get some of the pre-finals niceties out of the way, giving you the best genuine All-Aus team you'll see (way better than the official crap) and dish out our TABTouch Awards for U22 and overall player of the year.

Due to popular demand, Fremantle's very own Amy Franklin has taken over to become a host of her own podcast on The Footy Yarn this AFLW season. From being the victim of some intense tickling in a preseason scratchie to borrowing Sean Darcy's boots, she certainly makes the most of her time on the mic. Hope you enjoy and make sure to follow us on Instagram and YouTube to keep up to date with all our other content. 

With the AFL home and away season coming to a close, it's tough to think of a round, a moment, a stage of life bigger than round 23. With a years work on the line, it's a lot to take in and digest. Lucky for you we're here to do the hardwork of sitting and talking about it so you don't have to. 

Pour yourself a bowl of rice bubbles and ready yourself for what is a pretty routine slice of audio at this point. New games, new opinions, same blokes but a little bit more caffeine then usual, tune in and feel the joy growing inside. 

Boys, banter, breathtaking stories, that's what you can expect when you strap in for another listen for this weeks episode xx

With retro round ahead, we discuss our thoughts on the best possible way to improve the game, which as always are dead right. Sit down, saddle up and enjoy the moment. 

It only took one week but with our advice, a particular AFL club are back on the mend, coincidence? I think not. Jai Culley sits down with me and we have a yarn about footy, production value continues to get increased and we continue to give the opinions no one asked for. 

Saddle up for the episode of a lifetime. With the current struggles a certain AFL team are facing, we assess the situation the only we know how, seriously. Hoping and praying you enjoy the listen x 

Oh yeah, Matt's back, Optus Stadium is the greatest of all time and Fremantle can't play if they can't see the sky. What does this all mean? Tune in and find out x

Matty is gone and Seb is back as we take to Melbourne to see why it is the second best city in Australia. The round is reviewed, the opinions are just as sub par as ever, but we want you to listen anyway x

Controversy galore in the world of footy this week, media street are all over some of the boys and opinions are everywhere. Lucky for you we don't give opinions, we give answers and this episode is filled with them. Matty makes the most of his last episode for a few weeks as The Yarn gets prepared to take on Melbourne.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, East Fremantle's Alli Nokes joins over the phone to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Swan Districts Emma Nanut joins in studio to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Swan Districts Tara Stribley joins in the studio to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Claremont's Madi Scanlon & Sasha Goranova join in studio to discuss their journey's to becoming draft hopefuls, with Sasha soon after taken by West Coast as a priority signing in the preseason.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, South Fremantle's Lauren Waker joins me in studio to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Peel Thunder's Jaide Britton joins in studio to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Peel Thunder's Ella Roberts joins in the studio to discuss her journey to becoming a draft hopeful.

Ahead of the AFLW Draft, Bella Mann joins in the studio to discuss her path to becoming a draft hopeful. 

Ahead of the women's draft, Swan Districts Abby Bushby joins me in studio to discuss her path to becoming a draft hopeful. 

Get ready because this episode , every issue the AFL has ever had and ever will have with fixturing gets addressed and fixed by two blokes with more opinions than career disposals. Mind blowing I know, prepare yourself for the ride and enjoy xx

Covid tried its hardest, but it couldn't keep us away. New footy, new conversations, same sense of faith in the Suns.