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Dyl & Friends

Clubby Sports
Australian Football League
Mental Health
Socceroos
Stoicism
Dylan Buckley
World Cup
Wrestling
Swag On the Beat
Phoebe's Fall
Traumatic Brain Injury
National Football League
Prokick Australia
The Last Voyage Of the Pong Su
Long-Distance Running
Find Ya Feet
AFL
Brisbane
NBA
Health
Toy Story 5

Dylan Buckley spent nine seasons and 41 games in the AFL. Enough time to know that life after football was coming, but not nearly enough time to feel ready for it. So he started a podcast. Dyl sits down with interesting & notable guests - athletes, entrepreneurs, creatives, anyone with a story and gets genuinely curious about their lives. Career highs and lows, mindset, identity, what actually mak... more

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Latest Episodes

Adam Gotsis spent a decade in the NFL... one of the toughest achievements in professional sport.

Drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2016, the Melbourne product built a 10-year career across the Broncos, Jaguars, Colts and Buccaneers, surviving the con... more

Brett Ratten is one of the most respected figures in Australian football.

From playing over 250 games for Carlton to coaching the Blues, St Kilda and serving as a key architect behind Hawthorn's dynasty, Ratts has seen every side of the AFL.

In thi... more

Nathan Chapman almost played for the Green Bay Packers.

Instead, he came home and built ProKick Australia... the program that's helped transform Australian footballers into college stars and NFL punters.

In this episode, Chappy joins Dyl to unpack ... more

Scott Clayton is an AFL kingmaker.

A premiership architect, master recruiter and one of the game's most influential list managers, Scott has spent decades identifying talent, building lists and pulling off some of footy's biggest deals. From helping... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Ratten
Former AFL coach
Carlton Football Club, St Kilda Football Club, Hawthorn Football Club
Episode: Brett Ratten: from flag favourites to sacked in just 19 weeks + Judd, St Kilda & remembering Cooper
Nathan Chapman
Founder of ProKick Australia; former AFL player and NFL punter
ProKick Australia
Episode: The man behind the Aussie NFL revolution | Nathan Chapman
Scott Clayton
Renowned AFL list manager and recruiter, author of the new book
Self/Book author
Episode: How the Suns signed Gary Ablett Jnr. & footy's biggest ever deals | Scott Clayton
John Quinn
Former high-performance manager and coach, known as Quinnny on the show
Quinn Elite Sports Services
Episode: He saved James Hird's career... then lost seven years of memory | John Quinn
Jess Stenson
Elite Australian long-distance runner and Olympic medal hopeful
Australian athletics
Episode: Jess Stenson just ran Australia's fastest marathon... can she do it again after baby no. 3?
Jack Rayner
Australian long-distance runner; elite sports athlete
Nike ( sponsorship )
Episode: How Jack Rayner keeps breaking Australian records + is stopping your watch cheating?
Andrew Russell
One of Australia's most respected high-performance leaders with extensive AFL experience
Russell Performance Co.
Episode: Rebuilding the AFL's biggest names + my Melbourne Marathon plan | Andrew Russell
Daniel Principe
Youth advocate
Self-employed / Youth advocacy work
Episode: What makes a good man and a good mate? | Youth advocate Daniel Principe
Alexa Leary
Traumatic brain injury survivor, Paralympic swimmer, musician, author
Self
Episode: Five years after everything changed | Alexa Leary

Hosts

Dylan Buckley
Host of the show, interviewer; focuses on life after football, real conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives.
Benny
Studio collaborator in Swag on the Beat; provides behind-the-scenes and creative process insights.
Ruby
Studio collaborator in Swag on the Beat; shares perspective on content strategy and collaboration.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Boris

    Boris

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CosmoHatton18
    Australia4 months ago
  • 7 x 43

    Been listening to Dyl since the blue couch at Princes Park, and not a thing has changed.

    His personality is authentic, and every episode is genuine and engaging.

    Covering all bases, from sport, to mental health, to general pop culture, there is an episode for everyone. This podcast has become part of my routine e for years now, and it continues to deliver today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    masonb10
    Australia4 months ago
  • Found this new amazing pod

    Think this guy has a bright future ahead of him with podcasts. Speaks very well for first ep

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pattdog woof woof
    Australia4 months ago

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Shows have built a sense of routine for fans, delivering honest conversations and practical insights.
Listeners consistently praise the host's authenticity and genuine curiosity across topics.
New listeners often find the host approachable and the guest dynamics compelling.
Episodes are engaging and cover a wide range of interests from sport to mental health to culture.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#36
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#155
Australia/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#115
Australia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brett Ratten: from flag favourites to sacked in just 19 weeks + Judd, St Kilda & remembering Cooper
Q: What was the turning point when you realized your tenure at Carlton might end?
A combination of board dynamics, perceived direction, and contract discussions; after a late-season meeting and clear signals from leadership, he understood that a change was coming and prepared to move on.
Brett Ratten: from flag favourites to sacked in just 19 weeks + Judd, St Kilda & remembering Cooper
Q: How did the Judd trade and recruitment shape Carlton's direction?
The club sought to build a culture change with a high-profile player, seeing Judd as a catalyst for leadership and professional standards, even though it required difficult decisions like trading away an asset to balance the list.
The man behind the Aussie NFL revolution | Nathan Chapman
Q: How do you coach someone to pick the right college and program for NFL potential?
Evaluate both athletic and academic fit, the coach's environment, competition level, and the leverage you have; choose a school that maximizes development and exposure while ensuring you can stay academically on track so you have options after football.
The man behind the Aussie NFL revolution | Nathan Chapman
Q: What's the best time to start pursuing a punting career, especially for someone aiming at overseas opportunities?
The best time is now, but with a strategic approach: assess your current kicking ability, educational goals, and the four-to-five year college window, then align with a program that can position you for either college offers or NFL opportunities when the time is right.
Jess Stenson just ran Australia's fastest marathon... can she do it again after baby no. 3?
Q: What moment stands out most from your Olympic journey?
She cites Paris 2012 as a whirlwind experience and Paris 2024 as a moment where loved ones could share in the achievement, shaping her view of what it means to compete at the highest level.

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

This show features candid conversations with high-achieving athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and creators who share real stories about career highs and lows, mindset, identity, and the human side of success. Episodes blend sports, leadership, resilience, and personal growth, often weaving in practical takeaways for listeners pursuing ambitious paths. A standout thread across episodes is the host's authentic, curious approach—asking tough questions and drawing out behind-the-scenes lessons, both on and off the field. The format tends to pair high-profile experiences with practical mindset and lifestyle insights, making it helpful for aspiring guests and sponsors looking to reach ambitious, reality-driven professionals and fans of performanc... more

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Recent guests on Dyl & Friends include:

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2. Nathan Chapman
3. Scott Clayton
4. John Quinn
5. Jess Stenson
6. Jack Rayner
7. Andrew Russell
8. Daniel Principe

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