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They Might Become Giants

AFL
GWS Giants
AFL
AFLW
Sydney Swans
Western Sydney
Australian Football League
Hawthorn
NRL
Geelong
Port Adelaide
Greater Western Sydney Giants
Sydney
Adelaide Crows
Brisbane Lions
Gold Coast Suns
AFL Finals
Canberra
Guildford Hotel
West Coast Eagles
Collingwood

Alex Williams is a massive fan and ambassador for the GWS GIANTS. His NRL loving mate Brandon McClelland is a sports fanatic, born in Western Sydney and knows nothing about the AFL. Taking his GIANTS ambassadorial duties far too seriously, Alex has now bullied his actor mate Brandon to do a podcast about their journey to discover the best pubs and eateries in Western Sydney to watch away AFL games... more

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The boys are joined for the final episode of 2026 by none other than the outgoing CEO of the Giants, Dave Matthews.

They discuss the origins of the Giants, his proudest achievements over the past 15 years, where he sees the club going in the futur... more

The boys farewell a cursed season full of injuries and what ifs . The future is incredibly bright though as they look forward to a productive trade season and a new year (hopefully minus the injury curse).

Next week will be the very final episode ... more

While the Giants got back to their winning ways in grand fashion over Producer Sam's hapless Eagles, their season is now over due to a record number of draws. Thanks Bulldogs!

Alex then tells Brandon the tale of Mark "Jacko" Jackson, otherwise kno... more

Forget about the devastating loss to the Suns because from the ashes rises the Phoenix. Get Hard and listen in as the boys interview one of the Giants most exciting young stars: PHOENIX GOTHARD!

That's right, you are not reading that wrong. An actu... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Matthews
Outgoing GWS Giants CEO, former club CEO for 15 years
Greater Western Sydney Giants
Episode: TMBG After Dark - With Outgoing GWS CEO Dave Matthews
Phoenix Gothard
The Aubrey Assassin picked 12 in the 2023 draft
GWS Giants
Episode: The Order of the Phoenix
Shannon Ryan
Actor, on-stage performer in AFLW play W
New Ghost Theatre Company / Old Fitz Theatre
Episode: Records Are Made To Be Broken
Grace Smyver
Actor, on-stage performer in AFLW play W
New Ghost Theatre Company / Old Fitz Theatre
Episode: Records Are Made To Be Broken
Matt Sullivan
News.com.au sports journalist
News.com.au
Episode: AFL IS OVERRATED
Dave Anthony
American comedian and podcaster.
The Dollop
Episode: The American Giant - Interview with Dave Anthony from the Dollop
Swoop Luke
A prolific YouTuber and fan of the Collingwood Magpies
Swoop Luke YouTube Channel
Episode: Bababooey, We're Back For 2025!
Gemma Bastiani
Footy analyst and co-host of the Credit to the Girls podcast
Credit to the Girls
Episode: The Most Comprehensive Analysis of the 'Dub'
Mary K
A Giants ambassador and a passionate supporter of the Parramatta Eels, known for her insights into rugby league and women's sports.
ladieswholeague.com.au
Episode: We Need A Win

Hosts

Alex Williams
Host of the show; AFL enthusiast; Giants ambassador with strong Western Sydney ties.
Brandon McClelland
Co-host; sports fanatic; Western Sydney roots; regular on the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Orange Candy

    Sweeter than Mummy ‘selling goal line candy’ to Pendles in the final minute of an Orange Prelim victory 👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sidney of Sydney
    Australia2 months ago
  • The Boys Are Back

    Genuinely the best AFL podcast going around, and I’m not even a Giants fan! A lot of fun, insightful and none of the ‘expert’ journos coming out with same tired lines and debates.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattD1389
    Australia6 months ago
  • Humerus and informative

    These guys have a hilarious chemistry that makes for actual lols when listening. Don’t have to be a giants fan to find entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    derzzzzzyyy
    Australiaa year ago
  • Mint Poddy

    Love this poddy, keep it up fellas 🧡🧡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    25cromwell
    Australia2 years ago
  • Loving this!

    As a new Giants fan / member from the UK who's rapidly falling in love while also trying to get to grips with this wonderful sport, this podcast has come around at exactly the right time for me. Cheers to you both!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cxa88
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Casual, community-driven vibe that's easy to listen to even for non-fans.
Great chemistry and genuine fan engagement that makes live events appealing.
A friendly, fun take on AFL culture with approachable banter and local context.
Energetic and relatable hosts with strong local flavor.

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TMBG After Dark - With Outgoing GWS CEO Dave Matthews
Q: What does he see as the biggest challenge for the club in the next five years?
The focus is on filling the grandstands, leveraging AFL marketing support, and ensuring key players like Finn Callahan get to play in front of full houses to drive growth.
The Order of the Phoenix
Q: Did you always want to be an Aussie rules player?
Phoenix describes his long-standing passion for AFL, the drafting process, and how injuries shaped his professional growth, emphasizing resilience and professional discipline as key to his breakout.
The Order of the Phoenix
Q: What was it about AFL that you were drawn to as a kid?
Phoenix explains his love for sport with the ball and how AFL clicked for him during development, naming influences and the excitement of watching and playing the game, which reinforced his commitment to become a top player for the Giants.
The Walking Wounded
Q: Who is our next club legend at GWS after Toby?
Probably Finn, but also Darcy Jones could be the next face of the organization.
The Walking Wounded
Q: What's been your highlight from the podcast?
The histories, particularly the Curse of Colonel Sanders.

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Two AFL-leaning hosts from Western Sydney deliver a casual, community-driven show that blends team analysis with local culture, pubs, and watch-party vibes. Across episodes, they weave personal anecdotes, fan engagement, and regionally focused banter around the GWS Giants, Western Sydney venues, and the broader AFL landscape. The format often foregrounds listener input, live event promotions, and historical or cultural side trips, offering a friendly entry point for casual fans and locals curious about Sydney's AFL scene. A notable strength is the the hosts' infectious enthusiasm and strong local identity, which helps build a loyal, venue-loving community beyond pure game analysis.

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1. Never Surrender - a GWS Giants AFL podcast
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Recent guests on They Might Become Giants include:

1. Dave Matthews
2. Phoenix Gothard
3. Shannon Ryan
4. Grace Smyver
5. Matt Sullivan
6. Dave Anthony
7. Swoop Luke
8. Gemma Bastiani

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