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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...

Hot Topics, Picks Flicks, Third Person Self Congratulator of the Year, A Moment with Margaret, Off The Record, Top of the Trots with Tim O'Connor & the Saturday Quiz.

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It was a strong edition of 'Off The Record'!

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Margaret joined Hutchy & Pickers to speak about the Preliminary Finals, the cricket overnight and then 102 year old Fremantle fan Grace Gale joined them.

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Recent Guests

Jess Wilson
Victorian Liberal leader, noted as a public figure and guest on the show
Victoria political sphere
Episode: The McCrazies - Jess Wilson, Campbell Brown, and Tom Sheridan (19.09.26)
Campbell Brown
Former journalist/television presenter
Media
Episode: The McCrazies - Jess Wilson, Campbell Brown, and Tom Sheridan (19.09.26)
Tom Sheridan
Media figure/guest on discussion
Media
Episode: The McCrazies - Jess Wilson, Campbell Brown, and Tom Sheridan (19.09.26)
Grace Gale
102-year-old Fremantle Dockers fan from Perth
Perth, Western Australia
Episode: Moment with Margaret (19.09.26)
Toby Green
AFL player featured on AFL Nation
Geelong Football Club / AFL Nation
Episode: Saturday List - Recruiting Myths (19.09.26)
John Quinn
Former Essendon High Performance Coach/Operator
Essendon Football Club
Episode: The McCrazies - John Quin & Ben Graham (12.09.26)
Margaret Bell
Local listener sharing memories and personal stories
Sunbury resident
Episode: Moment with Margaret (12.09.26)
Callum Toomey
Sports journalist referenced for exclusive report on Zack Butters
Episode: Third Person Self Congratulator of the Year (12.09.26)
Danny Greensbrook
Guest caller introduced on air
Episode: NFL in Melbourne - Hot Topics (12.09.26)

Hosts

Craig Hutchison
Host of Off The Bench; long-time sports broadcaster and media executive with deep ties to Australian football and broadcasting.
Liam Pickering
Co-host known for banter, sports insight, and audience engagement; brings a former professional athlete perspective.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 213 ratings
  • No Ham

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thunderghhb
    Australia9 months ago
  • A Moment with Margaret

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flogasaurousrex
    Australia9 months ago
  • I love Hutchy

    Big fan of Hutchy and his broadcast craft.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happychappy1234
    Australiaa year 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
    Australia2 years ago
  • Better reception

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chewbacca 1966
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the chemistry between hosts and the mix of sports, pop culture, and behind-the-scenes industry chatter.
Some critics note shifting balance between sports and entertainment in recent episodes, with calls for more varied guest diversity.
Fans value long-form interviews with notable guests and the show's entertaining, human moments.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#29
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#115
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#124
United Arab Emirates/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#166
South Korea/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#197
Singapore/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Off The Bench with No Ham Sam & Pickers - Full Show (13.06.26)
Q: Who was named as the biggest celebrity sports fan by the panel?
Timothy Chalamet was named the biggest celebrity sports fan, celebrated for his visible enthusiasm around Knicks games and World Cup events.
Fight MND Chair Mike Schneider (06.06.26)
Q: How has the involvement of the Danaher family and Beck and Janet shaped the emotional response to the fundraising?
The Danaher family's involvement deepened the emotional resonance and credibility of the cause; teammates Beck and Janet also contributed to the emotional and logistical support, reinforcing a tight-knit community around Fight MND.
Fight MND Chair Mike Schneider (06.06.26)
Q: What was Neil Danaher really like as the chair and how did his leadership influence the Fight MND initiative?
Neil was described as passionate, relentless, and deeply knowledgeable about details; his leadership drove the board's direction, pushed for ambitious ideas (like the digital beanie and merchandise), and kept the team focused on funding world-class research through his lived experience with MND.
Collingwood premiership captain Nick Maxwell (23.05.26)
Q: Nick, what was your first impression of Pendlebury when he arrived at the club?
Maxwell recalls Pendlebury showing obvious football intelligence early on, with good spatial awareness and a calm presence, which hinted at his future leadership potential.
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.

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A sports-focused talk show built around long-time Australian hosts who blend analysis with banter, nostalgia, and pop-culture chatter. Episodes commonly mix AFL and cricket discussion with behind-the-scenes stories from media and entertainment, guest interviews from actors and athletes, live audience interaction, and sponsor plugs woven into the conversation. Noteworthy is the show's ability to balance hard sports analysis with lighthearted, insider-style banter and high-profile guest appearances that connect sport, television, and Australian culture.

Potential listeners will likely enjoy candid commentary, long-form conversations with prominent Australian media figures, and the playful dynamics between hosts as they pivot between sport, e... more

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Recent guests on Off The Bench include:

1. Jess Wilson
2. Campbell Brown
3. Tom Sheridan
4. Grace Gale
5. Toby Green
6. John Quinn
7. Margaret Bell
8. Callum Toomey

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