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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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Pickers isn't happy with his taco sauce, Picks Flicks, Saturday List, Third Person Self Congratulator of the Year, A Moment with Margaret, Off The Record, The McCrazies, Saturday Quiz, Top of the Trots and more!

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Very strong edition of 'Off The Record'!

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Margaret was in outstanding form today. She spoke about the World Cup, Melbourne Mavericks & GWS v Carlton.

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Recent Guests

Adam Simpson
Coach referenced in studio banter
West Coast Eagles
Episode: Off The Record (06.06.26)
Yvonne Sampson
Sports broadcaster
Television sports broadcasting (notable for on-air roles with major networks)
Episode: The McCrazies - Yvonne Sampson & Kane Cornes (06.06.26)
Manny Gelagotis
Trainer, Gelagotis Racing
Gelagotis Racing / Fight MND partner
Episode: Off The Bench with Hutchy, Pickers & No Ham Sam - Full Show (30.05.26)
Dawn Fraser
Comedy legend, guest on the episode
Episode: Off The Record (30.05.26)
Harriet Dart
British tennis player featured in a segment
British Tennis
Episode: Off The Record (30.05.26)
Stephen Bunting
Darts player discussed in a segment
Darts
Episode: Off The Record (30.05.26)
Brad Scott
AFL coach mentioned in context of weekly news
Football Australia / AFL club
Episode: Off The Record (30.05.26)
Stephen May
Former AFL player
Sydney Swans (contextual)
Episode: The McCrazies - Steven May & Stephen Quartermain (30.05.26)
Stephen Quartermain
Former AFL player
Essendon/Collingwood context
Episode: The McCrazies - Steven May & Stephen Quartermain (30.05.26)

Hosts

Craig Hutchison
Host of Off The Bench; long-time sports media figure and broadcaster
Liam Pickering
Co-host of Off The Bench; former professional footballer turned broadcaster

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
    Australia6 months ago
  • A Moment with Margaret

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flogasaurousrex
    Australia7 months ago
  • I love Hutchy

    Big fan of Hutchy and his broadcast craft.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happychappy1234
    Australia10 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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Listeners appreciate guest spots and locker-room storytelling.
Sometimes fans crave more contemporary sports focus over entertainment bits.
The hosts' banter and craft are what keep it engaging for sports fans.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#229
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#250
Indonesia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
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.

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This show blends high-energy sports analysis with candid banter and pop culture tangents. Episodes frequently center on AFL topics, marquee players, and leadership stories, often interspersed with lighthearted segments, banter about weddings or tattoos, and sponsor reads. A standout pattern is guest-driven discussions from football figures or media personalities, with a strong emphasis on storytelling, locker-room anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes media dynamics. The format likely appeals to listeners who want practical sports insight alongside casual, humorous conversations and live sponsor integrations.

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Recent guests on Off The Bench include:

1. Adam Simpson
2. Yvonne Sampson
3. Manny Gelagotis
4. Dawn Fraser
5. Harriet Dart
6. Stephen Bunting
7. Brad Scott
8. Stephen May

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