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The Rookie in Red and White: A Sydney Swans Fan Podcast

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Sydney Swans
AFL
Brisbane Lions
Fremantle Dockers
Port Adelaide
GWS Giants
Adelaide Crows
Western Bulldogs
Australian Rules Football
Hawthorn Hawks
Collingwood Magpies
Isaac Heaney
Essendon Bombers
North Melbourne
St Kilda
Australian Football League
Geelong Cats
Geelong
Grand Final
AFL Finals

What is it that makes us fall in love with a football club? Sos is a lifelong Sydney Swans tragic. Odette is relatively new to the game. Together, they set out to document a unique experiment — Sos's attempt to turn Odette into a die-hard Bloods supporter. Through their podcast, they've explored the rituals, emotions, heartbreaks, heroes and history that transform casual interest into lifelong obs... more

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Latest Episodes

Odette is back! We chat about all things in preparation for the BIG prelim clash against the Dockers. Odette has had the chance to watch the historic Qualifying Final and shares her thoughts!

Odette and Sos are back for season 2026! Some big arrival... more

We watched history be made on Saturday. I love this club.

Odette and Sos are back for season 2026! Some big arrivals and big departures, a full pre-season for some key personnel, and a whole lot of potential. Will Coxy take the Swans to the finals f... more

It's September! Like many Septembers before, the Bloods are in the fray! This will be a finals campaign like no other for the Swannies. Backs against the wall, everything working against us... the list looks different but the challenge remains the sa... more

Barnaby thinks of himself as an average bloke. His story however, is anything but average. A type-1 diabetic and former AFL player, his life changed dramatically at the age of 25 when he was king hit in an alcohol-fuelled attack, leading to a stroke ... more

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Liz (Elizabeth)
Co-host of The Fringe Players Podcast
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Episode: Discussing the Sydney Swans Situation ft. The Fringe Players Podcast
Dean Cox
Former AFL player and coach, provided perspective
Dean Cox (guest)
Episode: S2026 E12 (Round 10): This Episode is Unlistenable... Reviewing the Pies and Previewing the Cats

Hosts

Sos
Host of The Rookie in Red and White; co-host who steers online presence and discussion; long-running Swans supporter.
Odette
Co-host documenting the journey of turning Sos into a Swans fan; rookie learning about AFL with fresh perspective.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great fun for Sydney Swans and all AFL footy fans.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    treespirit
    2 years ago
  • Fun wallow in all things Swans

    Great to great how Odette is catching on fast! Bring on technical info and tricky system info.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greenbean33
    Australia2 years ago

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Some episodes emphasize casual, informal prep and fan engagement over hard-hitting journalism
Listeners likely enjoy accessible, fan-first insights with occasional guests or cross-podcasts
Great dynamic between hosts with a strong community vibe
Positive reception of the hosts' chemistry and humor; technical notes appreciated by fans
Balanced mix of match analysis and personal life banter keeps it relatable

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S2026 E08 (Round 6): A Derby Dub and a Decimated Doggies Ahead ft. Darcy from the Bloodlines: The Story of the Sydney Swans, One Memory at a Time Podcast!
Q: What is the core mission of Bloodlines and how did Darcy describe its origin?
Bloodlines aims to uncover and share the backstories of people around the Swans—staff, journalists, past players, and fans—building an archive of Swans lore beyond game analysis.
S2024 E8 (Round 7): Reviewing a big win against the Hawks and a huge clash against cross-town rivals the Giants
Q: What did you make of that 150th anniversary video?
It provided context around the history of the Swans and highlighted key moments.
S2024 E8 (Round 7): Reviewing a big win against the Hawks and a huge clash against cross-town rivals the Giants
Q: Who stood out to you on the field?
Logan McDonald played really well, scoring three goals.
S2024 E9 (Round 8): Celebrating a big big victory over the Giants and previewing our upcoming clash against the Dockers in Perth
Q: Who in the team is exciting you at the moment?
Odette finds James Rowbottom and Nick Blakey particularly exciting due to their impactful and courageous contributions during matches.
S2024 E9 (Round 8): Celebrating a big big victory over the Giants and previewing our upcoming clash against the Dockers in Perth
Q: What sort of elements of the sport are helping you lock into that?
Seeing the Swans play many other teams allows Odette to appreciate the gameplay and heightens the thrill of the sport, especially when facing strong opponents like GWS.

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Two Sydney Swans fans run a casual, fan-first AFL podcast focused on game analysis, wide team narratives, and personal life banter. Across episodes, they break down matches, highlight standout players, and discuss tactics while weaving in humor, fan interactions, and recurring segments like hottest players and card-collecting. The show blends on-field insights with relatable storytelling, often featuring banter about the hosts' lives and broader football culture, making it approachable for both hardcore Swans supporters and casual AFL listeners. A notable angle is the hosts' long-running community vibe and the openness to guests and cross-podcasts, which keeps the content fresh and entertaining for devoted fans who value personality as much... more

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1. Bloodlines: The Story of the Sydney Swans, One Memory at a Time
2. True Bloods | A Sydney Swans Fan Podcast
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4. The Buddy & Shane Show
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