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Footy & Friends

Clubby Sports
AFL
Australian Football League
Mental Health
Carlton Football Club
Australian Rules Football
Gold Coast Suns
Carlton
Brisbane Lions
Footy
Carlton Dry
North Melbourne
West Coast Eagles
Australian Football League (AFL)
Port Adelaide
Australian Football
Collingwood
Brisbane
Airbnb
Sydney Swans
Essendon

Are you sick of hard hitting journalism and hot takes? Footy & Friends is the place for you. Join Dylan Buckley and his mates for three episodes a week of footy chat the way it should be: honest, light-hearted and from people who actually played the game (mostly not very well!) Mick Barlow and Brett Deledio unpack the weekend's action and look ahead on Mondays and Wednesdays, with Tommy Sheridan j... more

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Latest Episodes

Yesssss Faffers!

Jam-packed episode today with Tommy "Horse Teeth" Sheridan, Dylan "Bug Eyes" Buckley and returning special guest, Nick Butler. The boys went analytical and unpacked Freo's disaster performance against the Hawks last night before sha... more

Yessss Faffers!

Following the news that Alastair Clarkson has been sacked by North Melbourne, we called in the big guns for an emergency reaction pod! Join Dyl, Linc & Butts as we react to the big news and give our thoughts on what’s next for the No... more

Yessss Faffers!

Entertaining episode as always on our preview show as we looked ahead to the first week of the AFL finals. The crew were all in fine form, with Dyl unveiling his theory on why Carlton have hit form at the right time of year, Mick goi... more

Yessss Faffers!

Very special episode today as we are joined by 2016 premiership player and Western Bulldogs cult hero Shane Biggs! Shane had plenty of great stories to share, including his memories from the 2016 finals run, Tom Liberatore's haircuts... more

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Recent Guests

Dougal McCoward
Saints player, retirement-related discussion
Saints
Episode: Dyl FINALLY pushed Brett too far… | Round 24 Preview
Adam Tomlinson
Esteemed guest, former AFL player
Episode: Re-drafting the 2011 SUPER draft with industry experts! ft. Adam Tomlinson | FAF Fridays
Hayden Young
Professional footballer, Fremantle Dockers
Fremantle Dockers
Episode: ‘Can we cut that?’ ‘No!’ Dyl held to account + are we allowed at Brett’s house? | Round 23 Preview
Oleg Markov
Episode: Oleg Markov joins us to chat flag celebrations, shit stories, the moon landing & more! | Round 21 Review
Mack Kelly
Young player highlighted in stories and segments
Surry Park Forest Hill Football Club (under-19s/thirds context)
Episode: Ending our media feud with Josh Jenkins ft draft stories from Adrian Dodoro! | FAF Fridays
Adrian Dodoro
Former Essendon list manager, frequent draft-and-tape anecdotes
Essendon Football Club (AFL)
Episode: Ending our media feud with Josh Jenkins ft draft stories from Adrian Dodoro! | FAF Fridays
Riley Hamilton
Telstra Rising Star award recipient
Telecommunications partner (Telstra)
Episode: Exposing some embarrassing DMs & what REALLY happened in Dyl's NEAFL green whistle fiasco | Round 19 Preview
Lachie Tiziani
Former NEAFL player known for the green whistle incident
Not explicitly stated in the episode
Episode: Exposing some embarrassing DMs & what REALLY happened in Dyl's NEAFL green whistle fiasco | Round 19 Preview
Ben Cameron
Sports media/PR professional
Six PR
Episode: The pics Michael Barlow DOESN’T want you to see… | Round 17 Preview ft Ben Cameron

Hosts

Dylan Buckley
Host of Footy & Friends, often steering conversations with humor and personal AFL experience
Brett Deledio
Co-host providing analysis and perspective from an AFL veteran
Tommy Sheridan
Guest on Fridays bringing playing experience and Friday content cadence

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 7.3k ratings
  • Great show boys

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HOKBALL3
    Australia2 months ago
  • Spam

    Stop your marketing spam!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ylw003
    Australia3 months ago
  • Goated

    Me and my nan love listening to this together

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenkos28
    Australia6 months ago
  • Love it!

    Exceptional honest content. Love listening to it. Great work mate

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bjotway
    Australia7 months ago
  • Ripper

    This is a fantastic podcast and one I couldn’t recommend more. Excellent guests and Dyl is top notch as host. Love for you to go international with guests - will only send this show further into the stratosphere. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Floydy77
    Australiaa year ago

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Many comments highlight the entertainment value and insider football insights as key strengths.
Some listeners call out mid-show ads as intrusive but still rate the show highly for content.
Listeners praise the host's interviewing ability and guest variety, noting strong chemistry and banter.

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

Spotify
#54
Australia/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#6
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#114
Australia/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#105
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#10
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#198
United Arab Emirates/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Exposing some embarrassing DMs & what REALLY happened in Dyl's NEAFL green whistle fiasco | Round 19 Preview
Q: What was the Green Whistle moment really like from Lachie Tiziani's perspective?
Lachie explains how Bucka borrowed the green whistle after his injury, the intense pain during inhalation, and the chaotic, humorous aftermath in the hotel room, underscoring the close-knit nature of the team and the shared experiences of players.
Gary Ablett Jr joins us to chat his journey to superstardom, quirky training habits, Tasmania & more!
Q: What were the biggest differences for you between clubs and how did leadership affect your development?
Leadership and culture at Geelong and Sydney shaped how players trained, supported each other, and dealt with pressure; strong coaches created an environment where fundamentals were prioritized and players learned to perform under pressure.
Nathan Brown joins us to chat Footy Show origins, 2000s fashion & 9/11 with Michael Jackson?!
Q: What was the turning point when players like you started gaining a foothold in media outside of football?
Nathan Brown and his peers describe early crossovers to television and public personas, noting that their willingness to do media and push boundaries helped broaden football coverage and create a pathway for athletes to become media personalities.
Matthew Richardson joins us to chat push-up records, crunch balls and the date who stole his Brownlow!
Q: Who does Richo think is the best coach for Tassie if a team were to be established there?
Richo discusses Kenny Hinkley, Nathan Buckley, and John Longmire as plausible coaches, highlighting characteristics like a real players' coach and ability to maintain relationships with players.
Cal Ward joins us to unpack the game of the year & GWS’ 2019–20 de-listings | FAF Fridays
Q: What are the implications of overtime in AFL games?
Overtime could increase TV time and revenue, but it needs coordination between teams; some guests advocate for a structured overtime format to avoid endless draws while others prefer a quick resolution.

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What is Footy & Friends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show mixes casual AFL banter with expert analysis from former players, delivering three weekly episodes that blend game discussion, personal anecdotes, and lighthearted segments. Regulars unpack weekend results, preview upcoming rounds, and bring in rotating guests who offer insider perspectives from AFL circles. The tone stays informal and humorous, with recurring sponsorship reads and community-focused bits that keep fans engaged. A standout trait is the strong on-mic chemistry and willingness to share behind-the-scenes stories, which helps listeners feel part of the group while still getting informed commentary about teams, players, and season trends.

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Footy & Friends launched 8 years ago and published 878 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Dougal McCoward
2. Adam Tomlinson
3. Hayden Young
4. Oleg Markov
5. Mack Kelly
6. Adrian Dodoro
7. Riley Hamilton
8. Lachie Tiziani

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