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The Agenda Setters

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AFL
Essendon Football Club
Carlton Football Club
Australian Football League
Melbourne Football Club
Collingwood Football Club
Zach Merritt
Gold Coast Suns
Port Adelaide Football Club
Hawthorn Football Club
Collingwood
Port Adelaide
Western Bulldogs
North Melbourne Football Club
Luke Beveridge
Sydney Swans
Luke Hodge
Brisbane Lions
St. Kilda
Michael Voss

Footy’s home of hard-hitting opinions, breaking news, and respected analysis. Seven’s team of trusted and respected footy voices tackle the biggest topics and take viewers behind the headlines

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Tyson Stengle has been cleared by the AFL to resume playing once fit, while Bobby Hill's return may have eased looming contract questions at Collingwood. Meanwhile, GWS coach Adam Kingsley says Toby Greene's actions and leadership around the club sug... more

Essendon’s search for a new coach dominates the agenda, with Caroline Wilson revealing the club has the financial flexibility to target John Longmire and suggesting he remains firmly on the Bombers’ radar. The panel debates the merits of candidates i... more

Nick Riewoldt assesses St Kilda’s 2026 results and whether the Saints are banking enough wins against sides around them, Kane Cornes weighs in on Collingwood's tricky list position, while Caroline Wilson delivers the latest on Essendon’s coaching sea... more

Essendon’s off-field drama shows no signs of slowing down. Mitch Cleary reveals the latest on James Hird’s links to the Bombers coaching vacancy, including claims from Hird’s camp about his previous pursuit. Plus, Tom Morris delivers an update on for... more

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Bill Guest
Original chair of Fight MND and close friend of Neale Daniher
Fight MND / Melbourne Football Club
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Neale Daniher Special
Andrew McQualter
West Coast coach, former teammate of Rui
West Coast Eagles
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Essendon Questions, Pendles Debate & McQualter Joins the Panel
Justin Longmuir
Fremantle Dockers coach
Fremantle Dockers
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Sydney Drops Saints, Brayshaw Claim Rejected & Longmuir Joins the Panel
Tom Morris
Sports journalist contributing on Pendlebury storyline
Network Nine / AFL broadcast team
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Hinkley Firming for Tasmania Coaching Position, Pendlebury’s Payday and Fresh Neale Trade Buzz
Luke Hodge
Australian Football Hall of Famer and panel guest
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Hollands Fallout Deepens, $75K Fine Debate & Whiteboard Saga Continues
Tom Harley
Former AFL player, football commentator, guest on the show
AFL
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Melbourne CEO Sacking Fallout, Brisbane Whiteboard Leak Controversy, Collingwood’s “Destination Club” Debate
Rory Lobb
AFL player, Western Bulldogs
Western Bulldogs
Episode: The Agenda Setters | AFL draft backlash, Riewoldt responds to Brad Scott comment & Rory Lobb joins panel
Xander McGuire
Channel 7 news reporter who broke the Melbourne CEO sacking story
Seven Network
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Melbourne CEO Bombshell & Ross Lyon Fallout
Tom Green
Giants midfield star, recovering from ACL injury
GWS Giants
Episode: The Agenda Setters | Mental Health Round Debate, Petracca Findings & Tom Green Joins the Panel

Hosts

Tom Morris
Host with deep experience in AFL coverage and on-the-record reporting.
Kane Cornes
Senior AFL commentator and panelist, known for candid coaching and governance takes.
Caroline Wilson
Football journalist and panellist providing background analysis and governance insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
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    Great initiative to get this show on podcast - makes it easier to catch up on the go

    Apple Podcasts
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    oldyduck
    Australiaa year ago

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#124
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Apple Podcasts
#183
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The Agenda Setters | Sydney Drops Saints, Brayshaw Claim Rejected & Longmuir Joins the Panel
Q: Would you consider changing back to a traditional contract format for your own situation at Fremantle?
Justin Longmuir explains he is comfortable with his rolling contract and would not consider a return to a traditional fixed end-date unless something extraordinary occurs.
The Agenda Setters | Hinkley Firming for Tasmania Coaching Position, Pendlebury’s Payday and Fresh Neale Trade Buzz
Q: What is the current status of Pendlebury's merchandise profits?
Profits from Pendlebury's merchandise are reportedly being redirected to Pendlebury himself, potentially in a six-figure range, with AFL approval noted in the discussion.
The Agenda Setters | Mental Health Round Debate, Petracca Findings & Tom Green Joins the Panel
Q: What are the four recommendations from the Petracca investigation findings?
The recommendations include: tighter pre-match briefings; more rigorous communication with medical staff; an emergency management support program standardized across venues; mandatory emergency care refreshers every two years for club doctors, physios, and trainers; and a universal audit process to review all on-field emergencies.
The Agenda Setters | Carlton under fire for duty of care to Elijah Hollands
Q: Do you think it was reasonable that Adelaide stayed at home and played another home game and St Kilda had to stay away for 10 days post-gathering round?
The discussion noted divergent views on fixture logistics, with opinions suggesting Adelaide may get two games while St Kilda remains on the road, highlighting scheduling inequities and strategic concerns.
Wednesday, 1st April 2026
Q: First of all, how do you think it's going? This has been a non-traditional list build that some fear may take longer to pay off.
Adem Yze describes careful week-to-week evaluation, with an emphasis on developing younger players while managing injuries, and he stresses that long-term planning is essential even as the club navigates immediate results.

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A high-energy, opinion-forward AFL analysis show offering breaking news, governance debates, and tactical breakdowns across multiple clubs each week. Regulars bring long-standing experience, with rotating guests and analysts weighing in on coaching searches, leadership changes, player movement, and industry dynamics. The tone is fast-paced, insider-informed, and unapologetically analytical, often mixing data-driven takes with candid banter. Noteworthy is the recurring willingness to challenge club narratives, spotlight governance issues, and explore the business and branding sides of the game alongside on-field performance.

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1. Bill Guest
2. Andrew McQualter
3. Justin Longmuir
4. Tom Morris
5. Luke Hodge
6. Tom Harley
7. Rory Lobb
8. Xander McGuire

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