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The Hard Ball Gets AFL Show

The West Australian
AFL
Hawthorn
Essendon
Collingwood
Port Adelaide
Brisbane
West Coast
Brisbane Lions
Melbourne
Gold Coast Suns
North Melbourne
Sydney Swans
Richmond
Tom Papley
Melbourne Football Club
Sam Taylor
Adelaide
Luke Jackson
Geelong
St. Kilda

Your new favourite footy podcast. Hawthorn premiership player Xavier Ellis (robbed of the Norm); 7NEWS sport presenter Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne lead the roster of football dribblers, current schedule:

MONDAY: Two Minute Warning - two minutes on each team.

TUESDAY: Mailbag - answering your questions.

THURSDAY: TABtouch Teams - two minutes on each game & Hard Ball Bets.

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Latest Episodes

Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne preview the AFL grand final between Geelong and Brisbane. Plus, we reveal our final TABtouch same game multis for the year.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne read your mail ahead of grand final weekend.

Send us a question for next week: hardballgets@wanews.com.au or send us a DM on Instagram: www.instagram.com/hardballgetsafl/

See omnystudio.com/listen... more

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Ryan Daniels, Nick Rynne and 'September Specialist' Chris Robinson review every AFL team after preliminary finals weekend.

Send us a question for Thursday's mailbag: hardballgets@wanews.com.au or send us DM on Instagram: www.instagram.com/h... more

YouTube

Xavier Ellis, Ryan Daniels and Nick Rynne preview both preliminary finals and pick a Same Game Multi for this weekend thanks to TABtouch.

Send us a question for next week's mailbag: hardballgets@wanews.com.au or send us a DM or voice message on Ins... more

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Recent Guests

Lachie Byrne
Channel 7 sports presenter and guest on the show
Channel 7
Episode: QUICK 9: Round 17 preview
Jackson Barrett
Sport presenter on assignment in Adelaide
7NEWS
Episode: QUICK 9: Round 5 preview

Hosts

Nick Rynne
Co-host known for his humorous takes and player insights, actively participating in lively discussions around AFL.
Xavier Ellis
Co-host, a former premiership player, shares personal anecdotes and analytical perspectives on the game.
Ryan Daniels
Co-host and sports presenter providing insights and humor, contributing to the dynamic discussions on AFL.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 668 ratings
  • Wonderful Experience

    Came by for dinner on Sunday night and it was a wonderful night. Big highlight was the Mongolian Beef, while the kids loved the fried rice.

    Staff were extremely friendly and the food came out quickly. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MitchGarl2000
    Australiaa month ago
  • If you love footy, banter, vibes and some fruitiness

    If you love footy, banter, vibes and some fruitiness this podcast is the pod for you. Brought to you by Big Pepsi, tent man and vibes check. This gem of a podcast brings laughter, footy based content and of course vibes to my Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays (sometimes Friday, depending on if vibes check wants to turn up 😂) Keep up the good work as always!!!

    From your one tassie listener, Chloe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spider-girl96
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great Pod

    As a mad eagle supporter living in Queensland, this is one of my weekly go to pods. Love the banter and the content.

    Even though it’s a W.A. based podcast, I feel you guys cover every subject really well love the pod and look forward to it every week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ryan_gee
    Australiaa month ago
  • The Best Footy Pod Going Around

    This show will get you more

    hooked than big Nick’s herb habit 🇯🇲🇯🇲

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chookie_
    Australiaa month ago
  • Quality footy chat

    Great footy podcast with strong banter between a bloke you’d have a beer with, a bloke you’d have a smoke with and a bloke you wouldn’t go to Potato Head with

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T!m12
    Australiaa month ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and insightful commentary on AFL, enjoying relatable anecdotes alongside sports analysis.
Many describe the podcast as a refreshing take on footy discussions that brings a 'water cooler' feel to the experience.
Feedback suggests that while the hosts may not be clinical analysts, their casual style resonates well with audiences looking for entertainment and sports insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#42
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#197
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#221
Sweden/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TEAMS: Round 14 preview
Q: What is the line for that game?
The line is 19 and a half points favoring Brisbane.
TEAMS: Round 14 preview
Q: How do we feel about both these teams?
Brisbane is expected to perform well, but GWS could surprise everyone if they play to their potential.
MAILBAG: Overrated ruck stats, Freo trade predictions & four conspiracies!
Q: Han you boys rate Tom Hawkins, Josh Kennedy and Jack Revault in order from best to worst?
The three of them rated Tom Hawkins, Jack Revault last, and Josh Kennedy above Hawkins.
MAILBAG: Dockers fans go off, Ryan's cafe spat & AFL media conspiracy
Q: Is it worth coming to WA for the two North games in June?
Yes, it is worth it, along with possible winery visits.
MAILBAG: Dockers fans go off, Ryan's cafe spat & AFL media conspiracy
Q: Why do Ruckman start 20 meters back on the boundary throw-ins to charge in and fall 10 meters short anyway?
It's questioned if it annoys players and why it's done, with suggestions that it should be a midfielder in that position instead.

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Focused on the Australian Football League (AFL), this lively podcast features a trio of hosts who provide humorous yet insightful commentary on games, teams, and players. Key segments include the 'Two Minute Warning,' which offers quick summaries of each team's performance, as well as a mailbag segment that dives into listener questions about player dynamics, trades, and the broader season narrative. The hosts not only analyze game strategies but also weave in personal anecdotes and playful banter, creating a friendly and engaging atmosphere for listeners who appreciate both the sport and light-hearted discussions related to it.

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