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Craft of the Draft AFL Podcast

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AFL Draft
Coates Talent League
AFL
Vic Metro
Dan Annable
Richmond
Essendon
Brisbane Lions
Willem Dersma
VFL
Willem Duursma
AFL Draft 2024
Collingwood
Sam Grlj
AFL Academy
West Coast Eagles
Alex Turu
Liam Hetherton
Jagger Smith
Western Bulldogs

Jonty Ralphsmith and Mitch Keating provide all the latest insight on AFL Draft, Coates Talent League, and young footy prospects across the nation. Brought to you by GETDRAFTED.COM.AU MORE AT ZEROHANGER.COM FB: www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHanger IG: www.instagram.com/zerohanger/ X: x.com/zerohanger TT: www.tiktok.com/@zerohanger YT: www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAF... more

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GWS head of talent Adrian Caruso joins Jonty and Mitch in the studio to talk all things AFL Draft, from the Giants’ Academy and growing the game in Western Sydney, to draft strategies and the recent changes released by the AFL. Plus, the development ... more

The first episode of the month means it’s time for some AFL Draft Prospect Power Rankings! Jonty and Mitch go through Craft of the Draft’s top 30 prospects for 2026 so far, breaking down some of the big movers from the start of the season. The boys a... more

With the 2026 AFL Mid-Season Draft close to a month away, the boys look at the clubs that could be making the picks and the prospects likely in their sights. The introduction of the VFL vs Talent League Young Guns game and the return of school footy ... more

With the AFL announcing immediate new changes to the draft bidding system, the boys give their instant reaction to the five key amendments, and assess the clubs most impacted by the changes.

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00:00 Initial reactions

01:49 Rule change breakd... more

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Recent Guests

Marcus Krasnadamskis
Eastern Rangers Rockman and 2025 AFL Draft prospect
Eastern Rangers
Episode: Interview: 2025 AFL Draft Prospect Marcus Krasnadamskis
Rory Wright
AFL Draft prospect and player for Sandringham and Vic Metro
Episode: Interview: 2025 AFL Draft Prospect Rory Wright
Finn Davis
Halfback for Western Jets and AFL Draft prospect
Western Jets
Episode: Interview: 2025 AFL Draft Prospect Finn Davis
Oskar Taylor
Eastern Ranges halfback and Premiership player, 2025 AFL Draft prospect
Eastern Ranges
Episode: Interview: 2025 AFL Draft prospect Oskar Taylor
Darren Parkin
VFL commentator and host of the Unplugged Podcast
Unplugged Podcast
Episode: Listing the BEST VFL prospects you should know in 2025!
Josh Groudon
Kicking consultant
Episode: SA Dominate, Assessing 2024's Draft Class
Zac McCarthy
Promising key forward with strong performance in AFL talent leagues
Collingwood Football Club
Episode: Introducing: Zac McCarthy
Archie Ludowyke
A young football prospect noted for his exceptional talents in the AFL Academy and overall performances
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Episode: Introducing: Archie Ludowyke
Dylan Alexander
AFL Draft analyst and content creator
Personal content creator in AFL Draft
Episode: COTD Podcast - Grilling the Top 60 in the 2024 AFL Draft

Hosts

Jonty Ralphsmith
Host/Co-host of Craft of the Draft AFL Podcast; affiliated with Craft of the Draft
Mitch Keating
Co-host of Craft of the Draft AFL Podcast; affiliated with Craft of the Draft

Chart Rankings

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#15
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#239
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#151
Israel/Sports/Football

Talking Points

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Interview: 2025 AFL Draft Prospect Marcus Krasnadamskis
Q: How do you feel mentally potentially going into next year that you're mentally prepped and on top of that being physically prepped for AFL football?
I think with the stuff that I'm doing now will get me prepped for the first three weeks that you would go away for if you got drafted, and then just that Christmas break coming back would probably be a real big thing where I just knuckle down.
The FOUR clubs set to shape the draft + your questions answered
Q: Who do you think is better than what the consensus view is?
Players like Taj Murray and Harley Barker are underrated and could exceed expectations.
Interview: 2025 AFL Draft prospect Oskar Taylor
Q: What's your number one tip to make the Talent League?
Talk to a lot of people involved in it and have belief in yourself.
Interview: 2025 AFL Draft prospect Oskar Taylor
Q: If you're not doing well in a game, how do you shift your mindset?
I just try to not worry about it too much, focusing on the next opportunity.
Interview: 2025 AFL Draft Prospect Finn Davis
Q: What was the emotion when you initially did miss out on the Metro selection?
Finn felt let down but stayed focused on working hard to find his place in the team.

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A fast-paced AFL-focused show analyzing the 2025 draft landscape, prospect profiles, club strategies, and upcoming combine results. Hosts Jonty Ralphsmith and Mitch Keating break down draft day decisions, mock drafts, and club plans, often spotlighting specific prospects from the Coates Talent League and Vic Metro. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with AFL draft hopefuls and industry commentators, plus data-driven takes on trades, bids, and player development. A standout feature is the blend of mock-draft sessions, club-by-club analyses, and firsthand insights from young prospects during the draft cycle, making it a practical listen for teams evaluating guest suitability, and for brands targeting footy-adjacent audiences.

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