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AFL Nation

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Australian Football League
Carlton Football Club
AFL
Collingwood Football Club
Sydney Swans
Brisbane Lions
North Melbourne Football Club
Essendon Football Club
St Kilda Football Club
Geelong Football Club
GWS Giants
Western Bulldogs
Melbourne
Hawthorn Football Club
Geelong
Richmond Football Club
Port Adelaide Football Club
Gold Coast Suns
Adelaide Crows
Geelong Cats

Join the best callers in the business for our coverage of the Australian Football League.

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Latest Episodes

Errol Gulden joined us from Sydney's rooms after his side cemented a top two spot ahead of the finals with a 36-point win against Essendon.

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Join our AFL Nation call team consisting of Sam Hargreaves, Josh Jenkins and Campbell Brown for the Essendon v Sydney clash at the MCG!

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Join our AFL Nation call team consisting of Sam Hargreaves, Josh Jenkins and Campbell Brown for the Essendon v Sydney clash at the MCG!

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Jacob Weitering joined us from the Carlton rooms following the dramatic draw with the Western Bulldogs

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Recent Guests

Zac Banch
AFL player, guest on the episode
Team not explicitly named in transcript
Episode: Round 22 - Zac Banch Post-Game (6.08.26)
Zach Banch
AFL player with Bulldogs, guest on this episode
Bulldogs
Episode: Round 22 - Bulldogs vs North - Full Game (6.08.26)
Todd Viny
North Melbourne insider, from the Kangas camp
North Melbourne Football Club
Episode: Round 22 - Reaction to AFL, AFLPA and Geelong Statements on the bombshell concussion news (06.08.26)
Daniel Pratt
Assistant coach, Western Bulldogs
Western Bulldogs
Episode: Round 22 - Reaction to AFL, AFLPA and Geelong Statements on the bombshell concussion news (06.08.26)
Dan Curtin
Adelaide Crows midfielder
Adelaide Crows
Episode: Round 21 - Adelaide Midfielder Daniel Curtin Post-Game (02.08.26)
Jake Bowey
Professional AFL player, defender for Melbourne
Melbourne Football Club
Episode: Round 21 - Melbourne defender Jake Bowey - (02/08/26)
Connor O'Sullivan
Temper Sleep World player, guest on post-game show
Temper Sleep (sponsor)
Episode: Round 21 - Connor O'Sullivan Post-Game (30.07.26)
Greg Swann
AFL Executive General Manager of Football Operations
AFL
Episode: Round 21 - Collingwood vs Geelong - Full Pre-Game (30.07.26)
Craig Kelly
Chief executive of the Collingwood Football Club
Collingwood Football Club
Episode: Round 21 - Collingwood CEO Craig Kelly (30.07.26)

Host

Josh Jenkins
Commentator and analyst; Host of AFL Nation show

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Well done, SEN - you have assembled a very fine team of contributors. Congratulations also on your commitment to Acknowledgement of Country. As my Dad always told me, “good manners cost you nothing.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaffy Sock
    Australiaa year ago
  • so victorian bias

    can not believe how boas the commentators are

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Pudfuddlepoof
    Australia2 years ago
  • Quality AFL podcast

    Entertaining, professional and insightful team of presenters, on my AFL must-listen list.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uppagumtree
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Good footy podcast

    But I’m a Pies fan and are you being sarcastic about enjoying it? He’s never done it again and we lost the big one again.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Iwanttofeelgoodtoday
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Energetic, knowledgeable team that keeps coverage engaging.
Professional and insightful analysis with strong guest integration.
A strong habit-forming AFL listening experience with quality guests.
Entertaining banter and solid play-by-play throughout.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#133
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#199
Indonesia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Round 22 - Bulldogs vs North - Full Game (6.08.26)
Q: What has your energy been like in the rooms after a big win and the road you've traveled to get here?
He describes the energy as high and the sense of unity, emphasizing playing together as a group and enjoying each other's company after a period of growth and persistence.
Round 22 - Bulldogs vs North - Full Game (6.08.26)
Q: Tell us a little bit about your football journey.
He explains missing out on the draft, moving to Melbourne for uni, playing for Williamson and then Werribee, winning a flag in 2024, and finally getting continuity at the AFL level in the last year and a half.
Round 22 - Zac Banch Post-Game (6.08.26)
Q: Tell us a little bit about your football journey.
Zac describes missing the draft, moving to Melbourne for uni, playing for Williamson then Werribee, winning a flag in 2024, and finally breaking into regular games mid-way through the previous year, with continued improvement and continuity.
Round 22 - Daniel Pratt, Bulldogs defensive coach on AFL Nation (06.08.26)
Q: How would you describe your defensive KPI and how they guide your game plan?
Defensive KPIs focus on forward stoppages, intercepts, and limiting scoring efficiency in the opposition's forward line, with emphasis on maintaining compact layers and ensuring support across the back half.
Round 22 - Daniel Pratt, Bulldogs defensive coach on AFL Nation (06.08.26)
Q: What is the biggest challenge North Melbourne presents tonight from a defensive standpoint?
North Melbourne's strong ball movement and deliberate corridor play force us to tighten transitions and maintain discipline, while using our zoning hybrid to deny easy scoring options and push contest wins.

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This program focuses on in-depth AFL game analysis, live play-by-play moments, and tactical breakdowns from a team of seasoned commentators. Listeners hear a mix of high-energy match coverage, post-game reflections, and strategic insights into forward structures, midfield battles, and momentum shifts, peppered with personality-driven banter and crowd-driven moments. Guests range from club executives and veteran players to on-field performers, offering a blend of operational context, player perspective, and tactical commentary. Sponsors and live reads are woven into the broadcasts, making it valuable for brands seeking sports-audience alignment and for fans who want both the data-driven breakdowns and the lively banter that accompanies live ... more

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Recent guests on AFL Nation include:

1. Zac Banch
2. Zach Banch
3. Todd Viny
4. Daniel Pratt
5. Dan Curtin
6. Jake Bowey
7. Connor O'Sullivan
8. Greg Swann

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