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Essendon Football Club
AFL
AFLW
Essendon Bombers
Brad Scott
Archie Perkins
West Coast Eagles
Zach Merritt
Western Bulldogs
Gold Coast Suns
Sam Draper
Geelong
Peter Wright
Jake Stringer
Melbourne
Collingwood Football Club
North Melbourne
Sydney Swans
Angus Clarke
Brisbane

Definitely NOT the official podcast of the Essendon Football Club, presented by those who bleed red and black. Join Rob Crawford and co as they live the highs, lows and middles of being a Bombers fan. Become a PREMIUM member Visit our STORE

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Latest Episodes

Rob, Joel and James reflect on the loss to the Suns.

They discuss the spirited performance, senior players returning to form and promising youngsters... and IF they can carry this into next week.

Plus Hot Takes and plenty more

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Rob, James and Ryan reflect on the win over the Dees.

They discuss the impressive performance, stand out players and the winning feeling

Plus Hot Takes and plenty more

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Rob & Ryan reflect on the loss to the Dogs

They discuss the first quarter failure, the improved second half performance and who stood out.

Plus Hot Takes & plenty more!

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Rob and Nick reflect on the disappointing night against the Roos.

They discuss the direction of the club, the future of Brad Scott and cram as many random analogies in as possible.

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Recent Guests

Tom Boyd
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Dan Const
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Episode: Opposition preview with BackChat's Dan Const
Brad Klabansky
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Amber Clarke
Essendon’s first ever draft pick and A4W player
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Georgia Nanscawen
Co-captain of the VFLW Premiership team and prominent player for Essendon
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Episode: The Sash W - Winless at Windy
Dari Bannister
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Episode: The Sash W - High Winds at Windy
Will Schofield
Former Premiership Eagle, host of Backchat podcast
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Episode: BONUS: Will Schofield joins The Sash
Archie Perkins
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Episode: A chat with Archie Perkins

Hosts

Rob Crawford
Primary host and voice of the show, frequently guiding discussions with a measured perspective.
Courtney
Co-host covering women's and broader club perspectives, adds personal anecdotes and trades insights.
Ari
Co-host with strong focus on club updates and fan engagement.
Jord
Co-host and commentator on team dynamics and player trades.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 637 ratings
  • Choooo Chooooo

    I come for the unqualified opinions and stay for the lurker

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craigp5
    Australiaa year ago
  • Go planes

    Thanks boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hugefitzpatrick
    Australia2 years ago
  • Still like it but too negative

    Like the show. Used to love it and be a paid member. But now it’s unnecessarily negative.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hugefitzpatrick
    Australia2 years ago
  • Passionate Essendon Men - Love it!

    Very enjoyable and entertaining podcast by some Essendon tragics! Look forward every week for the next pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ezard!!
    Australia3 years ago
  • Go Planes

    Always look forward to when I get a notification that there’s a new episode. Go Planes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Ox
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Fans appreciate honesty and passion from hosts.
Premium features are valued by dedicated supporters.
Lively, knowledgeable group with clear love for the club.
Some listeners want less negativity and more balanced critique.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#12
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#211
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#37
Indonesia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#125
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#144
New Zealand/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#176
Netherlands/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Zach Reid talks fitness, defending and 2026
Q: Who's the funniest guy at the club?
Zach identifies Harry Jones as the funniest guy, while Jordan Ridley is noted as the least funny.
Zach Reid talks fitness, defending and 2026
Q: Who were the people that helped you get through the difficult times?
He states that he worked closely with teammates like Nick Cox and Jonesy during rehab, along with support from his family.
Zach Reid talks fitness, defending and 2026
Q: How have you felt the difference between what you're doing now compared to last year?
Reid mentions the focus on high-speed numbers due to his hamstring history and feeling confident in his training.
Zach Reid talks fitness, defending and 2026
Q: How's pre-season been for you thus far?
Zach Reid shares that it has been pretty consistent, only missing one or two sessions due to load management.
The Sash W - Brooker the Bruiser
Q: Where do you see there are holes in our list?
The hosts discuss the need for more experienced and key players to strengthen the midfield and defense.

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A passionate, community-driven show by Essendon fans that blends sharp analysis with high-energy banter. Episodes frequently tackle on-field performance, coaching decisions, player development, and roster moves, all tempered by humor, fan anecdotes, and cultural references. The hosts' camaraderie and deep club loyalty give the discussions a candid, sometimes cathartic tone, making it appealing to long-time supporters who want both hot takes and thoughtful game context. A standout aspect is the prominent focus on both the men's and women's sides of the club, plus recurring segments and guest appearances that add variety while keeping the core fandom front and center.

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2. Dan Const
3. Brad Klabansky
4. Amber Clarke
5. Georgia Nanscawen
6. Dari Bannister
7. Will Schofield
8. Archie Perkins

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