13 Oct 2026 · 20 minNew
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd unpack all of the news from day 7 of the 2026 AFL Trade Period! Nick Blakey is officially a Roo, Lloydy has strong thoughts on the future of controversial Blues, and we set the scene for deadline day… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Oct 2026 · 19 minNew
Joel Peterson and Mark Stevens address the biggest issues in Footy right now, the latest news on the Carlton party boys, all you need to know about the trade prospects before deadline and the Chris Fagan job the AFL should be paying for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12 Oct 2026 · 20 minNew
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd unpack all of the news from day 6 of the 2026 AFL Trade Period. Lloydy has his say on Essendon’s latest movements, North’s alternate key defender option and which remaining players will stay or go? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12 Oct 2026 · 20 minNew
Meg McDonald and Mark Stevens are here with the latest AFL news with just three days left in the 2026 Trade Period. We have all the details on the ongoing situation at Carlton, as well as the state of play with all the remaining names that look to be on the move. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Oct 2026 · 20 min
Jimmy Bartel & Matthew Lloyd are back for what has been the BUSIEST day of the trade period so far! We've got mega trades, the latest Butters & Blakey news, and that's only scratching the surface... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Oct 2026 · 19 min
Laura Spurway and Mark Stevens discuss the biggest stories in Footy right now! WHERE is Nick Blakey going to go and does it make sense for the clubs AND Free Agency should be a lot easier for Zak Butters. Plus Laura responds to Tom Morris' criticism of the AFLW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Oct 2026 · 17 min
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd discuss the biggest issues from DAY 4 of the 2026 AFL Trade Period. The Godfather offer to Nick Blakey from North Melbourne, the Cats aren’t done with the trade period yet and the latest on the MEGA DEAL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Oct 2026 · 15 min
Joel Peterson and Rory Sloane are here with the latest on the clubs chasing Nick Blakey, the rebuilds that were always doomed to fail, and Rory's massive call for the Magpies in 2027... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Oct 2026 · 19 min
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd react to all the action from Day 3 of the AFL Trade Period, headlined by the race for Nick Blakey kicking into gear (despite no official trade being requested)... Who will have to step aside at Geelong to make room for their astounding pursuit for both Blakey and Rowan Marshall??? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Oct 2026 · 17 min
Bruce Eva and Matthew Richardson discuss the biggest stories in football, and there is none bigger than Nick Blakey's future right now. And Richo thinks, there's very little chance it gets done. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 Oct 2026 · 21 min
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd react to all the action from Day 2 of the AFL Trade Period, including plenty of offers, an under-the-radar trade, and rumours that simply won't go away around an in-demand Swan... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 Oct 2026 · 20 min
Joel Peterson and Mark Stevens discuss the biggest trade news and coaching moves as we head into Day 2 of the 2026 AFL Trade Period. News on an out of favour Cat, Chris Fagan’s future, has Buckley run out of chances and the latest on Jake Stringer’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Oct 2026 · 19 min
Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd react to all the action from Day 1 of the AFL Trade Period, including a deal 12 months in the making - Zach Merrett, is a Hawk! There are a lot of players still on the board, the boys give their views on who is next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Oct 2026 · 1 min
Join Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd every day of the 2026 AFL Trade Period with the latest news and opinions. THE TRADE OFF ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel are here for the last time this season with a FULL review of the 2026 AFL Grand Final. Who does Jimmy give his votes to, what should be done with Wharfie Time, and Eddie reveals some BIG interest in our game. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Sep 2026 · 26 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel look ahead to the 2026 AFL Grand Final. Who wins, the Norm Smith Medalist and of the 9 clubs with Premiership droughts, who is the most likely to breakthrough. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Sep 2026 · 23 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel answer your questions. A listener calls out Eddie’s hypocrisy, Eddie confirms the MCG upgrade is in action and the boys detail how the AFL is lying to us. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel discuss the biggest issues to come out of Preliminary Final weekend. What happens to Lachie Neale, the punishment fit for the Hawks and how Eddie will react if Nick Daicos doesn’t win the Brownlow. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Sep 2026 · 16 min
Eddie McGuire and Dermott Brereton discuss who has the best chance to knock off Nick Daicos at the Brownlow, the AFL’s worst nightmare that they can’t do anything about and who is playing in the Grand Final. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Sep 2026 · 27 min
Eddie McGuire and Dermott Brereton answer your questions about why we aren’t using Marvel Stadium and how the AFL can change the game without telling anyone. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Sep 2026 · 47 min
Eddie McGuire is joined by Dermott Brereton to discuss the biggest issues to come out of the semi finals, Eddie’s biggest takeaways from the NFL and what the AFL MUST do and why is the AFL sticking their nose into the Butters deal? EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Sep 2026 · 13 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel look ahead to the semi finals, discuss the state of the four losing finalists so far this year, and discuss tomorrow's NFL blockbuster! EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Sep 2026 · 13 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel are back for another Wednesday episode, answering your questions live from SportNXT! Why are non-controlling umpires paying free kicks? Who are the premiership favourites? And why is the 150th Ashes test match at the MCG a pink ball test? EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Sep 2026 · 41 min
This week Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel come to you live from SportNXT, one of the most prestigious sports business conferences in the southern hemisphere. The boys unpack the Qualifying and Elimination Finals, discuss the upcoming NFL game at the G’, and give their thoughts on the sacking of Alastair Clarkson EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Sep 2026 · 12 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel look ahead to the Qualifying and Elimination Finals, and grade each club's chances of making the 2026 Grand Final. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Sep 2026 · 16 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel are back for another Wednesday episode, and they’re answering your questions! Where have the long socks gone? Why are press conferences so sponsor heavy? And Eddie's whack at a wildcard critic! EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31 Aug 2026 · 45 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel discuss the biggest issues from the Wildcard Finals. The boys unpack the two wildcard finals, discuss the sanctions handed down to Geelong, and Eddie gives his view on Scott Pendlebury’s move to the Gold Coast! EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Aug 2026 · 13 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel look ahead to the Wildcard Finals, and grade each clubs home and away season for 2026. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Aug 2026 · 16 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel are back for another Wednesday episode, and they’re answering your questions! Has a listener designed a new guernsey to satisfy Port Adelaide, Collingwood … and Eddie? Where’s the enthusiasm for the team song? And what are the chances of Carlton winning the flag this year? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Aug 2026 · 36 min
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel discuss the biggest issues from Round 24. Mark McVeigh appears to have landed the Essendon job - so what next for James Hird? A record AFLW attendance for the Sydney Swans. And Eddie’s night out with Lady Gaga and the Rolling Stones! EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eddie McGuire and Jimmy Bartel are two of the biggest names in our Footy and they don’t hold back. Delivering the best insights in footy, they aren't afraid to debate the issues that need to be discussed. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTRAGRAM
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