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The best footy writers from The Age and SMH bring you the weekly lowdown on all things AFL.
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'Too bad to be true'
Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan face the music after a tough weekend of tipping, and look ahead to some blockbusters in round seven. Are the Bombers a chance on Anzac Day? How much of a factor will injury be in the Cats-Blues game? And which contest is a real 50-50 game?
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Straight for the jugular
Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson discuss whether the Pies are back, the key factor in Carlton's win over GWS and the change the Bombers have made to improve in recent weeks. Plus, is it time to put a line through the Lions for 2024? And what's gone wrong at Fremantle?
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A redemption story
Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss the surprising streak Essendon are on heading into Friday night's game, the "genuine coin toss" of the round and whether Gold Coast can cause an upset. Plus, do the Giants have enough depth in defence to handle the Blues' twin towers?
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Brutal calls
Caroline Wilson, Peter Ryan and Sam McClure discuss the Western Bulldogs' issues, from whether their list is overrated to what the future holds for Luke Beveridge. Plus, the issue at the root of Hawthorn's woes, how Harley Reid has exceeded already high expectations and the silver lining for Richmond.
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Extreme hoodoo
Libby Birch and Peter Ryan reflect on loyalty, angry defenders and the Shinboner spirit in this week's episode of the expert tips podcast. Plus, where the Crows are going wrong, the game that could be closer than everyone expects and is this the week that West Coast get a breakthrough win?
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Are the Blues the real deal?
Mathew Stokes joins Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson to discuss the three undefeated teams' bona fides, the importance of good player development and why Bombers fans have every right to be frustrated. Plus, the Cat who is one of the most underrated players in the league, reviewing the review system and the importance of Melbourne's clash with the Lions this week.
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Customer Reviews
Excellent
I listen to a variety of footy podcasts and the thing I like about this one is that they talk only footy and not about themselves. I savour how in depth they are. My only caveat is that I cringe waiting for the whispered: Just Between Us segment. It just seems silly and is inconsistent with how professional the commentators all are. Plus, when listening to that segment while in the gym I can’t hear what they are saying. They could keep the segment but without the affectations. All the best to you all and I look forward to the rest of the season even though I am a Saints backer.