
Join ESPN Australia's Matt Walsh and Jake Michaels, along with Champion Data's Christian Joly, as they discuss the hot topics in the AFL, and join Isadora McLeay and AFLW players Eleanor Brown and Imogen Evans talking all things women's footy -- all on the ESPN Footy Podcast.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 346 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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There are plenty of podcasts with a couple of mates talking footy but the Champion Data connection makes this one stand out. The stats help you see the game in a new way. Gotta knock off a star for Jake who’s always having a whinge about the same thing “why isn’t x better?” with all of the nuance of dad in the 60s that can’t tell his son he loves him. Keep up the good work boys. Jake, stop being such a hater.
Well produced great stuff!
Great content, stats, analysis.. But Jake raises the blood pressure levels with his irritation at everything thats wrong or incorrect in the world of footy. I’ve started to miss a lot of episodes because I listen on my daily commute to relax and enjoy some footy discussion, not hear someone annoyed and irritated.
Enjoy the pod, but if I’m to offer some potentially nitpicky constructive criticism, Christian, can you be a bit mindful of how often you say the word “again”. I’ve turned it into a drinking game and my liver is failing. Anyone else reading this, now I’ve pointed it out you’ll notice it a lot, sorry.
This is a great pod but I feel that it could be a bit longer or 2 eps a week
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This podcast provides comprehensive coverage of Australian Football League (AFL) dynamics, featuring in-depth discussions on match performances, player strategies, and key statistics. The hosts frequently analyze recent games, insights from Champion Data, and the strategic implications of player movements while emotionally engaging in the competitive atmosphere of finals footy. Additionally, there are segments dedicated to women's football, making it unique in offering perspectives across both AFL and AFLW. Listeners can expect lively debates, humorous anecdotes, and insightful commentary that caters to both die-hard fans and those new to the sport, making it an appealing choice for a wide audience.
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