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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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Recent Guests

Pamela Randerson
Friend and chaperone, connected with Dermot Brereton story
Personal acquaintance of guests mentioned on show
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy, Pickers & No Ham Sam - Full Show (09.05.26)
Stuart Anderson
1996 North Melbourne premiership player
North Melbourne Football Club
Episode: 1996 North Melbourne premiership player Stuart Anderson (09.05.26)
Joey Anderson
Guest associated with the reunion discussion
North Melbourne era cohort
Episode: 1996 North Melbourne premiership player Stuart Anderson (09.05.26)
Pamela Anderson
Special guest, actor and public figure
Episode: The McCrazies - Alex Rance & Dermott Brereton (09.05.26)
Anthony Koutoufides
Former AFL player, Blues star, guest on Blues Radio discussion
Carlton Football Club (Blues Radio guest)
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy, Pickers & No Ham Sam - Full Show (02.05.26)
Josh Giddey
NBA player, Australian
Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA)
Episode: Off The Record (02.05.26)
Mike Symons
Shifter, Geelong fan who publicly changed clubs
Geelong Football Club supporter (formerly Essendon)
Episode: Off The Record with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (25.04.26)
Mike Simons
A Melburnian informally known as 'the Shifter', guest who shifted clubs mid-career
Geelong Football Club (former Essendon)
Episode: Pickers going viral last weekend & Karl Amon's chairlift (25.04.26)
Jessie Grenvold
Elite Maverick defender
Melbourne Mavericks
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy & Pickers - Full Show (18.04.26)

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 212 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
    Australia9 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

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Carlton legend Anthony Koutoufides ahead of Blues Radio tonight (02.05.26)
Q: Does it need the four of you to get down there, and especially yourself and Ange, just to maybe give a bit of a stirring speech to inspire?
The guest expresses willingness to go down and speak, suggesting that delivering an energizing message could help lift the team, though it's not prescriptive about the exact words; it signals practical leadership and motivation.
Mike 'The Shifter' Symons in the studio (25.04.26)
Q: What was the tipping point that made you publicly announce the shift?
The tipping point was realizing the team's ongoing underperformance and a desire to align with a club that felt more competitive and enjoyable to follow, alongside personal circumstances.
Mike 'The Shifter' Symons in the studio (25.04.26)
Q: When did you make the call to switch clubs, Mike?
I made the call back in the last year after years of attending games and considering what would bring me more joy in following a team.
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.

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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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Recent guests on Off The Bench include:

1. Pamela Randerson
2. Stuart Anderson
3. Joey Anderson
4. Pamela Anderson
5. Anthony Koutoufides
6. Josh Giddey
7. Mike Symons
8. Mike Simons

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