Best isadora Podcasts (2024)

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Introducing: Mind Your Own with Lupita Nyong’o 18:44

1h ago18:44

18:44

We’re excited to tell you about a brand new storytelling show – hosted and produced by the amazing Lupita Nyong’o – that we are just loving. It’s called Mind Your Own, and it’s about navigating what it means to belong, all from the African perspective. Lupita Nyong’o knows what home feels like. But where exactly is it? In Mexico, where she was born…

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ESPN’s huge Brownlow special: Top 10, team-by-team, best bets 45:13

1h ago45:13

45:13

In a special edition of the pod, Jake Michaels takes us through his Brownlow Medal predictor ahead of what is going to be an epic count, while he also breaks down team-by-team votes, explains what 'Brownlow Standards' are, and provides some surprises we might see on the night. Join Jarryd Barca and Jake Michaels on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn mor…

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AFLW: Is it time to increase list sizes with the prevalence of injuries? 21:02

1h ago21:02

21:02

This week Isadora McLeay and Elsa Brown look back at the round that was and ahead to the beginning of condensed fixturing in AFLW. The team also looks at the significant injuries to star players after just three rounds, discuss whether list sizes should be increased, and much more! Join Isadora McLeay and Elsa Brown on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn…

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AFL: Split opinions on prelims; Hinkley-Hawks drama 'so overblown' 1:05:48

19m ago1:05:48

1:05:48

This week, the team discusses Ken Hinkley's $20,000 fine and the Hawthorn drama, break down the two semifinal thrillers, and look ahead to the prelims (with some surprise tips!). Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFLW: Does the new review system need to be altered for entertainment purposes? 16:24

2d ago16:24

16:24

This week on the ESPN AFLW Footy Pod Isadora McLeay and Eleanor Brown look at round 2 and some big talking points around the AFLW score review system as well as the saga surrounding Chloe Molloy’s season-ending ACL injury. The team also take a peek at some much watch games for Round 3 as season 2024 heats up. Join Isadora McLeay and Elsa Brown on t…

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'Isaac Heeney has been robbed!'; Port on straight sets watch 1:02:24

8d ago1:02:24

1:02:24

This week, the team breaks down the four finals from Week 1, and throw ahead to the semis. Plus, chaos vs. control, Isaac Heeney's insane game, the 'intoxicating' Hawks, and listener questions! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFLW: 'It's a third of the season!' Tribunal overhaul needed? 17:30

10d ago17:30

17:30

Isadora and Elsa look back at what was a big Round 1 of AFLW season. Covering blow-out games, rising stars, and stand out performers, as well as a big talking point - the fairness of suspension to AFLW players in the wake of Pie Tarni White's three-match ban. Plus, a peek at the week to come including the big Friday MCG game. Join Isadora McLeay an…

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AFL: The case for a premier from outside top 4; the most under-pressure player for finals 58:12

10d ago58:12

58:12

This week, the team previews this week's four massive finals, and debate the liklihood of a premier from outside the top four. Plus, the player under the most pressure this finals series. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFLW: Big calls, and what to expect in Season 9 19:35

17d ago19:35

19:35

In the first AFLW episode of the year, the pod gets a bit of a shake-up with ESPN's Isadora McLeay and Western Bulldogs player Eleanor Brown in the hot seats. They discuss Season 9, and bring to the table some big preseason predictions, look at what's changed, and preview some Round 1 games to look forward to. Join Isadora McLeay and Eleanor Brown …

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AFL: Grading the non-finalists; who is the premiership favourite? 59:29

26d ago59:29

59:29

This week, the team looks at the final eight teams but struggle to settle on a flag favourite, while the non-finalists are graded, and the AFL's fixturing is in the firing line. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Red Time: Reacting to Houston's 'harsh' ban; Players have too much power 28:37

1M ago28:37

28:37

On Red Time this week, Jake Michaels and Jarryd Barca react to Dan Houston's suspension, and ask whether clubs should have more power in the player movement space. Plus, they discuss the most under-pressure coaches heading into finals, the latest incident involving Matt Crouch and a spectator, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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AFL: The 'curse of winning the premiership'; HEATED AA debates 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

This week, we look at 'the curse of winning the flag', and who should be in the All-Australian side, plus Sam Darcy and Patrick Cripps love, Matt Rowell has FINALLY taken a contested mark, and Richmond's conundrum. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…

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Red Time: Are non-Vic clubs really disadvantaged?; Why culture is overrated 34:02

1M ago34:02

34:02

On Red Time this week, Jake Michaels and Jarryd Barca ask: Which team least represents their current ladder position? Is this the season we will see another premier come from outside the top four? Does this season prove that non-Victorian clubs are not at a disadvantage? Should this year be seen as a step forward for North Melbourne regardless of w…

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AFL: 'Expected scores’ reveals luckiest, unluckiest teams of 2024 57:59

1M ago57:59

57:59

This week, the team takes a deep dive into all things 'expected scores' to reveal which teams are lucky and unlucky, and which sides take the hardest shots on goal. Christian also looks at who the real contenders are (good news, Hawthorn fans!), while we chat chaos or control grand finals, Jordan Boyd's stat-less game, and heaps more. Join Jarryd B…

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Red Time: The AFL is making a mistake; This is Richmond's next move 23:55

1M ago23:55

23:55

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca discuss what the AFL is getting right and wrong when it comes to the Round 24 fixture release, and the potential introduction of a 'wildcard round'. Plus, they ponder who the All-Australian ruckman should be, ask who is the most improved player in the competition, look ahead to this weekend's match…

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AFL: How Sydney has 'capitulated'; are finals more chaos or control? 48:38

2M ago48:38

48:38

This week, the team looks at Sydney's capitulation, Carlton's biggest frustrations, and Port's hot form. Plus, Dusty's retirement, control or chaos games in finals, and more. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on thre ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Red Time: The 'scariest' team in the AFL; A Pendles moment you forgot about 27:46

2M ago27:46

27:46

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca share their favourite Scott Pendlebury moments ahead of his 400th match this weekend, pick the team current top four sides would not want to come up against in finals, analyse the Blues, discuss whether footy on the Gold Coast will ever actually work, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices…

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AFL: Do teams actually perform better in milestone matches? 1:03:48

2M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

This week, the team looks at milestone matches and whether teams perform better in them ahead of Scott Pendlebury's 400th. Plus an analysis of the 'form ladder' over the past six weeks, the new stats coming to Champion Data, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your …

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Red Time: Coach of the year debate; Danger signs for the Blues? 17:10

2M ago17:10

17:10

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca discuss whether it's really that necessary for premiership fancies to finish top two, debate the biggest draft steals of the last decade, who the coach of the year is after 20 rounds, and plenty more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFL: Pies must have 'tough conversation'; Swans keep slipping 47:08

2M ago47:08

47:08

This week, we look at Sydney's third loss in four weeks, but Jake isn't concerned, while Matt and Christian delve into Collingwood's list profile and discuss whether it's time to build for the future. Plus, another defender-turned-forward success story. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Le…

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Draft Special: New No. 1 emerges in expert rankings; Key prospects revealed 34:34

2M ago34:34

34:34

In a special episode of the podcast, ESPN's draft expert Jasper Chellappah joins Jake and Jarryd to unwrap his July power rankings of the top prospects from around the country... and a new No. 1 has emerged in what is shaping as one of the most open drafts in years. The team also chats potential changes to NGA bidding, analyse the handy draft posit…

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AFL: Each contender's biggest flaw; MRO no longer 'fit for purpose' 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

This week, we consider each contender's biggest flaw as the run home heats up. Plus, Christian looks at the players who love playing at home but not on the road, if the Bulldogs are a threat, and Jake explains why the MRO is no longer fit for purpose. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Lear…

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Red Time: Brownlow 'fairness' debate; Simon Goodwin under 'extreme' pressure 29:27

2M ago29:27

29:27

On Red Time this week, Jake Michaels and Jarryd Barca debate whether the AFL should remove the 'fairness' element in Brownlow Medal voting, and unwrap Isaac Heeney's appeal and West Coast's decision to part ways with Adam Simpson. Plus, they discuss the Cats without Hawkins, and ask whether the Pies can get themselves back into contention. Learn mo…

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AFL: Weird Champion Data stats; Dons' % - does it matter? 58:42

2M ago58:42

58:42

This week, we discuss 'Northball' and the identity forged since the bye, look at the race for the top four (and eight), and delve into the quirky stats which Champion Data records. Plus, some hard-to-believe stats involving percentage and the Bombers, and a whole lot more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ES…

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Red Time: Ball tracking is long overdue; Dimma, Suns under 'massive pressure' 35:38

3M ago35:38

35:38

On Red Time this week, Jake Michaels and Jarryd Barca discuss how ball tracking technology will benefit the game, and ask if there needs to be a time cap on the length of AFL tribunal hearings. Plus, they name the two people in football this is a "massive" weekend for, while Jake is adamant Tom Stewart's move into the midfield won't save Geelong. L…

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AFL: How the Dockers (and Tigers!) beat the Swans - is it the blueprint? 40:39

3M ago40:39

40:39

This week, the team looks at the Dockers and how they've shown the footy world the Swans are fallible. Plus we heap praise onto Carlton skipper Patrick Cripps, look at Collingwood's glaring issue, and discuss the Giants' decline. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad ch…

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Red Time: Is Sydney peaking too early?; North's new pass mark 25:47

3M ago25:47

25:47

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca ask if Sydney is peaking too early, set North Melbourne's new pass mark for the remainder of 2024, look back at the four-week bye structure we have just endured, and discuss Patrick Dangerfield's AFL Tribunal result and ordinary staging acts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…

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AFL: How the Lions have turned it around; Dees bad AND unlucky 53:26

3M ago53:26

53:26

This week, the team looks at Brisbane's recovery from a poor start and how North Melbourne have turned the corner. Plus, where it's gone wrong for the Dees, the numbers behind Carlton (and Tom De Koning's) hot form, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Red Time: The recruit of the year; Swans on upset alert 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca discuss who the recruit of the year has been after 14 rounds, analyse what the Demons need to do without Christian Petracca for the rest of the season, chat yet another fixture quirk, and preview a monster weekend of games. Plus, there is one team in addition to Sydney nailing Champion Data's premi…

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AFL: Teams with the best 'run of goals'; Bont's Brownlow revenge? 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

This week, the team looks piling on goals in quick succession, discusses Bont's season (and why it's second only to Gaz), and dives into taggers again, plus one of the all-time footy journeymen, more bye team analysis, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad cho…

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Red Time: International Rules should be 'left in the past'; Celebrating Dusty 23:46

3M ago23:46

23:46

On Red Time this week, Matt Walsh and Jarryd Barca go head-to-head debating the potential return of the International Rules Series between Australia and Ireland, discuss why the AFL should stop clarifying contentious umpiring decisions, share their favourite Dustin Martin moment ahead of his 300th game this week, and much more! Learn more about you…

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AFL: Crows' woes laid bare; analysing the bye teams 1:03:42

3M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

This week, we look at the Crows' 'unsustainable' numbers, the Hawks' excellent past six weeks, and look at how positions like 'winger' and 'general forward' are determined at Champion Data. Plus mid-season analysis on every bye team. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your a…

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Red Time: We're still not convinced by these 'top eight' teams... 30:21

4M ago30:21

30:21

On Red Time this week, our trusty video guy from the control room Alex Hatzikostas stepped up to the plate (well, the desk) to join Jake Michaels while our regular hosts Matt and Jarryd were unavailable, discussing the top eight teams they still don't trust, the bottom 10 teams they do trust, why Dusty should have played on Thursday night, and the …

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AFL: Could Daicos end up as GOAT? (hear us out!); Dees unpacked 1:01:13

4M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

This week, we look at the Demons' inconsistent first half of the year, while Jake makes the case that Nick Daicos might have the highest ceiling of any midfielder in history. Plus 100X updates on the league's best players, and we analyse the teams on the bye. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podca…

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AFL Mid-Season Draft special: Who was the steal of the draft? 27:31

4M ago27:31

27:31

In a special episode of the podcast, ESPN's draft expert Jasper Chellappah joins Jake and Jarryd to unwrap the 2024 Mid-Season Draft, including who your club picked up and which players can have an immediate AFL impact this season. Plus, which team pulled off the biggest 'steal'? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFL: End of the two ruck era? Biggest 'turnover merchants' revealed 1:06:13

4M ago1:06:13

1:06:13

This week, we look at the players whose turnovers get punished the most, analyse whether playing two rucks is a help or hindrance, and examine home vs. away form. Plus, is Chad Warner worth $1.5 million per year? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Red Time: Are AFL games too long?; A midseason trade period would be 'unfair' 40:33

4M ago40:33

40:33

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake assess why we're seeing so many soft tissue injuries this season, debate the idea of a midseason trade period, discuss which teams have the best one-two player combos, and put the spotlight on the teams that are under the most pressure to perform this weekend. Plus, is Harley Reid a top 50 player in the game? …

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AFL: All things 'running bounce'; just how good is Harley Reid? 1:03:43

4M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

This week, the team discusses Sydney's flag favouritism and how far the gap is between them and the 'next best' team is. Plus, we talk Harley Reid's start to his career, all things 'running bounce' after the Izak Rankine decision, Port's fast finish over Hawthorn, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the E…

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Red Time: Curnow the greatest forward since...?; Thursday night footy debate 33:57

4M ago33:57

33:57

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake debate Thursday night footy, ask where Charlie Curnow belongs when ranking the best modern day key forwards, discuss Todd Viney's comments about draft assistance, Chris Scott's umpiring criticism, and heaps more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Better With You 55:18

4M ago55:18

55:18

🗒️ Hi Shaders! We are discussing Better with You by Tina Mechelle. Shaders, we tried but we couldn't enjoy this book. You can tap into the show for more. If you're so interested, you can find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase. 👉🏾 Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram, Twitter, Threads and Youtube @ brazenleeshadee. 👉…

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AFL: We were wrong about the Bombers; 'Darwin Suns' analysed 50:42

4M ago50:42

50:42

This week, the team discusses the legitimacy of Essendon's finals push amid a hot run, plus we talk the 'Darwin Suns', Melbourne's front half woes, and even touch on the NBA Draft lottery. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Red Time: Powell comments ‘pathetic’; who is the most underrated player? 34:11

5M ago34:11

34:11

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake react to the breaking news that Wil Powell was handed a five-game ban for using an anti-gay slur, as well as reports the AFL is considering a proposal which would see non-playing players of a Grand Final-winning team be awarded a 'premiership ring'. Meanwhile, they also reveal this year's most underrated playe…

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AFL: Top eight changes we'll see; best kicks from outside 50 revealed 57:54

5M ago57:54

57:54

This week on the ESPN Footy Podcast, Christian explains why Bayley Fritsch's goal was NOT the best of the weekend, analyses which players (current and past) are the best shots at goal from beyond the arc, and gives us an update on Scott Pendlebury's 10,000 possession record. The team also debate how many changes we will see to the top eight from he…

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Martin Brothers | Books 1-2 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

🗒️ Hi Shaders! Tap in as we discuss the first two books in the Martin Brother series by Nina High. We also have another book n bullshit conversation with the latest community tea. Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase. 👉🏾 Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram, Twitter, Threads and Youtube @ brazenleeshadee. 👉🏾 You c…

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Red Time: Who is the current face of the AFL? 34:00

5M ago34:00

34:00

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake discuss who they think is the face of the AFL today, ask if the Showdown is now the game's best rivalry, heap praise on 'the best coach of the modern era', and heaps more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy ESPN AU/NZ

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AFL: The five best players of the season; It's time to scrap the draw 1:01:55

5M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

The ESPN Footy Podcast team reveal the five best players of the season (so far), debate whether draws should still exist for home-and-away fixtures, and discuss where Jamie Elliott's mark ranks among modern day hangers. Plus, have you ever seen the 'pressure gauge' graphic on footy broadcasts and wondered how it works? Christian helps us break it a…

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Red Time: Harley Reid vs. Nick Daicos debate; will North win a game? 35:51

5M ago35:51

35:51

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake discuss which player they would rather have out of Harley Reid and Nick Daicos, ask if North Melbourne could become the first winless team since 1964, revisit Dimma's bullish comments about the Suns' list, and heaps more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Overtake 40:40

5M ago40:40

40:40

🗒️ Hi Shaders! Tap in as we talk about our latest read, Overtake by Lucille Lillian. We're talking about a Black formula One driver... Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase. 👉🏾 Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram, Twitter, Threads and Youtube @ brazenleeshadee.👉🏾 You can leave a rating/review for our show via your…

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AFL: Latest Toby Greene debate; The game's luckiest team revealed 1:00:11

5M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

The ESPN Footy Podcast team are split on the Toby Greene bump, while they dissect the current state of umpiring, and consider giving more credit to Stephen Silvagni for his list management efforts at the Blues. Plus, Christian has taken a deep dive into 'expected scores', and it's fair to say there are some VERY lucky teams... Join Jarryd Barca, Ja…

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Red Time: Is it time to ban Anzac guernseys?; The AFL's most underwhelming player 37:30

5M ago37:30

37:30

On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake ask whether it's poor form for clubs to release Anzac guernseys when they don't play on the day, discuss if we should still celebrate courageous acts following Nathan Murphy's medical retirement, and dissect Charlie Cameron's tribunal hearing. Plus, which player is severely underperforming? Learn more about yo…

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