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Off The Bench

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Off The Bench with Hutchy and Pickers! Join Craig Hutchison and Liam Pickering talking sport and anything else they can think of every week.

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On today's program...

Mike 'The Shifter' Symons in the studio, Picks Flicks, Third Person Self Congratulator of the Year, A Moment with Margaret, Off The Record, Saturday Quiz, Top of the Trots and more!

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Margaret shared her memories of the war and Anzac Day and spoke about attending the Mavericks game last weekend.

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Hutchy had 200 votes to give out this week! Make sure you listen to these votes!

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Pickers reviewed 'Apex' after watching it this morning.

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Recent Guests

Jessie Grenvold
Elite Maverick defender
Melbourne Mavericks
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (18.04.26)
Peter Bishop
CEO of Ronald McDonald House in Victoria and Tasmania
Ronald McDonald House
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (18.04.26)
Jess Grenvold
Elite Maverick defender
Melbourne Mavericks
Episode: Melbourne Maverick defender Jessie Grenvold & RMHC CEO Peter Bishop (18.04.26)
Malcolm Blight
Two-time VFL Premiership player, Brownlow medalist, and McGarry Medalist; former coach and prominent South Australian football figure.
Former AFL player/coach
Episode: The King of South Australia, Malcolm Blight (11.04.26)
Bree Rizzo
Athlete guest, Stall Gift participant
Stall Gift participant
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (04.04.26)
Jesse McKenna
Runners in Stall Gift/athlete guest
Stall Gift participant
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (04.04.26)
Kane Cornes
AFL pundit invited to discuss the game
AFL media/pundit
Episode: Off The Record (04.04.26)
Tim Tok
Harness racing pundit and jockey
Harness racing media
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (28.03.26)
Tom Morris
Sports journalist
Sports media
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (28.03.26)

Hosts

Craig Hutchison
Host of Off The Bench; long-time media figure with a focus on sports talk and entertainment synergy
Liam Pickering
Co-host known for sports banter and audience interaction; contributes investigative and humorous angles

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 210 ratings
  • No Ham

    Please no more no Ham he’s the ray gun of radio

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thunderghhb
    Australia4 months ago
  • A Moment with Margaret

    Best 15 minutes on radio. Look forward to it every week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flogasaurousrex
    Australia5 months ago
  • I love Hutchy

    Big fan of Hutchy and his broadcast craft.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happychappy1234
    Australia8 months ago
  • eBay is not clear at all

    Trying to write down his tips ( me a massive long time listening member of the crew , and auntie Margaret for sure )

    Just do tips like this and stop eBay from carrying on ( picks was also confused ) today he lost the first 3 wins having a carry on ( off to the sick bay ) for sure .

    This is me tipping

    Ranwick

    Race 1/n6

    Race 2/n6

    Now off to sand down

    Race 4/n8

    !!!!! Bla bla bla

    You listen to TODAY 25/01 I had NO glue what the &)@“ he was saying

    I miss the DOC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nippy charles
    Australiaa year ago
  • Better reception

    Hi love listening to den but in Adelaide the reception is sub par please fix thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chewbacca 1966
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and segments are entertaining, with standout moments from Margaret and Tim O'Connor.
The show blends sports banter with entertainment and culture, delivering genuine value through listener interaction.
Overall feedback appreciates the host chemistry and casual, engaging format, though some episodes are seen as repetitive or overly sponsor-heavy.

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#31
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Melbourne Maverick defender Jessie Grenvold & RMHC CEO Peter Bishop (18.04.26)
Q: Tell us about your experience at Ronald McDonald House and why it matters to the team?
Jessie explains that RMHC visits reinforce the team's commitment to community, turning a space into a place of safety, love, and support for families, which in turn deepens the players' connection to their own roles.
The King of South Australia, Malcolm Blight (11.04.26)
Q: What is the guest's view on marquee players versus building depth?
Marquee players can secure buy-in and generate buzz, but a sustainable strategy should spread talent across several players to ensure depth and long-term competitiveness.
The King of South Australia, Malcolm Blight (11.04.26)
Q: How has the coaching mindset evolved in the AFL according to the guest?
The guest observes that coaching today often centers on defense and managing risk, but believes maintaining goal-oriented play and offensive momentum remains essential for successful teams.
The King of South Australia, Malcolm Blight (11.04.26)
Q: What makes Gather Round special for Adelaide and the AFL calendar?
Gather Round brings a festival-like atmosphere to Adelaide, with fans filling the city and parklands, and it's highlighted as a major, unifying AFL event that boosts local engagement and city vibes.
Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (04.04.26)
Q: Who debuted for Carlton yesterday?
A Giants-origin player made his debut for Carlton, but the exact name was not confirmed on air. The guess was Brody Kent, though this was presented as a guess rather than a confirmed identity.

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This show blends energetic sports discussion with casual banter and a strong audience connection. Across episodes, hosts cover latest games, racing, and culture, interleaving listener calls, humor segments, and short interviews or guest spotlights. Notable moments often involve guest appearances from sports figures, charity segments, and sponsor-heavy wrap-ups that weave in brand reads without sacrificing the show's playful, conversational vibe. A couple of recurring features—racing updates, nostalgia bits, and lighthearted debates—help distinguish the program as entertainment-forward sports talk.

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Off The Bench launched 13 years ago and published 2701 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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Recent guests on Off The Bench include:

1. Jessie Grenvold
2. Peter Bishop
3. Jess Grenvold
4. Malcolm Blight
5. Bree Rizzo
6. Jesse McKenna
7. Kane Cornes
8. Tim Tok

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