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Start your Saturday with the questions that matter both on and off the field and recap the biggest AFL storylines out of Friday night footy.

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Recent Guests

Rory Lobb
Rory Lobb, AFL player
Western Bulldogs
Episode: Round 13 - Crunch Time - Full Show (6.06.26)
Rory Lob
A guest commentator joining from the Western Bulldogs
Episode: Round 13 - Dogs get over the Hawks in a thriller (6.06.26)
Brereton Sanderson
Coaches Association Chairman, former AFL coach
AFL Coaches Association
Episode: Round 12 - Sunday Crunch Time - Full Show (31.05.26)
Jacob Weiddering
Carlton vice-captain
Carlton Football Club
Episode: Round 12- Crunch Time - Full Show (30.05.26)
Jacob Weitering
Carlton Football Club vice-captain
Carlton Football Club
Episode: Round 12 - Jacob Weitering (30.05.26)
Jacob Weidary
Vice-captain, Carlton Football Club
Carlton FC
Episode: Round 12 - Carlton's Resurrection and Cripps' Legacy (30.05.26)
Jason McCartney
GM of football at North Melbourne
North Melbourne Football Club
Episode: Round 11 - Sunday Crunch Time - First Hour (24.05.26)
Adam Uzay
Tigers coach
Richmond Football Club
Episode: Round 11- Crunch Time - Full Show (23.05.26)
Adam Uze
AFL coach discussed in the intro
Richmond Tigers
Episode: Round 11 - Time to believe for Freo? Are the Saints building? (23.05.26)

Hosts

Tom Morris
Co-host and AFL reporter/analyst with rotating panel involvement
Cam Luke
Host/Commentator with involvement across Crunch Time episodes
Adam Cooney
Former AFL player and regular pundit on multiple AFL programs
Liam Pickering
AFL commentator and former player, frequent on Crunch Time

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Love Tom Morris, Kane & Kingy

    Tom Morris, Kane Cornes and David King are fantastic to listen to. Thank goodness they got Morris on full-time.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    happychappy1234
    Australia2 months ago
  • Adam “Piece” Simpson

    “Connection piece”, “loyalty piece”, “unity piece”, “leadership piece”, “maturity piece”, “trade piece”.

    Worse than Sam “Space” Edmund who’s a ‘journalist’ piece in the media space.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YESSIRYESSIRYESSIR
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great!

    Very informative and loved the input from Simmo too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OceansBlue8
    Australiaa year ago
  • Good, Bad and Ugly

    The Good - Saturday show is generally a good listen, Simmo has been a great addition.

    The Bad - Sunday show can be a bit hit and miss

    The Ugly - Cam Luke seems to think this is his personal soapbox. Rarely shuts up and constantly wants to speak over everyone else.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jase the Ace…
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Love this podcast - especially when Gerard is the host. Favourite guest is always David King for me - but Dermie is often interesting as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeA100
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners praise strong hosts and insightful analysis from a revolving roster of AFL experts.
Some criticism focuses on how interviews may skew toward certain personalities or share of airtime.
Fans appreciate the balance between on-field breakdowns and governance/ scheduling discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#204
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Apple Podcasts
#207
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Talking Points

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Round 13 - Rory Lobb (6.06.26)
Q: Rory, it's Adam Simpson here, mate. Congratulations on last night. Annual form, rucking from the back line, rucking from the forward line. Where is your best sport?
Rory explains his adaptability across back, ruck, and forward roles, emphasizing his goal to fill a role where he can impact the game most, especially with the new ruck rules and center bounce dynamics.
Round 13 - Dogs get over the Hawks in a thriller (6.06.26)
Q: What changes did you notice at half-time that shifted the game's momentum?
The panel notes that switching matchups, pressuring Hawthorn's ball movement, and refocusing the forward structure disrupted Hawthorn's rhythm and allowed the Bulldogs to regain control.
Round 11 - GWS GM of Footy Jason McCartney (24.05.26)
Q: Have you locked in trade conversations and when do they start heating up for you?
Trade discussions are ongoing but not urgent; timing is more about long-term planning and keeping the squad intact for the season's critical phases.
Round 11- Crunch Time - Full Show (23.05.26)
Q: Adam, how is the Tigers' current injury situation affecting their development this season?
Injuries have slowed but not halted development; the focus is on using the depth of the list, giving young players game time, and maintaining a consistent game plan that can travel through adversity.
Round 10 - Injured Essendon Star Nic Martin (17.05.26)
Q: Where do you think the team currently stands in its progression and what needs to improve?
The team is showing improvement week to week, with some tougher moments still present, particularly around conversion and delivery, but overall the group is building chemistry and better game feel.

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A fast-paced AFL-focused show that blends game-by-game analysis with broader league narratives. Across episodes, listeners hear in-depth breakdowns of matchups, coaching decisions, injuries, workload management, and the evolving rules and governance shaping the season. A prominent draw is candid guest perspectives—from coaches and executives to former players—delivering behind-the-scenes context on team strategy and performance, with discussion often weaving in scheduling, broadcast decisions, and fan engagement. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on current-season narratives, leadership, and the intersection of on-field action with off-field decisions, making it helpful for fans, sponsors, and guests seeking practical football intellige... more

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2. Rory Lob
3. Brereton Sanderson
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5. Jacob Weitering
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7. Jason McCartney
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