A Yank on the Footy

Episode 22 - A Yank on the Footy - A look at where we stand at the start of May If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I dig into where footy is, and where it might be in the near future, as Covid-19 gets under control.   Australian Institute of Sport Framework for...

Episode 21 - A Yank on the Footy - Discussion with Marvel Stadium Spruiker and comedian, Gavin Ingham.   In this episode, I sit down to walk with comedian Gavin Ingham, who works as part of the game day crew at Marvel Stadium, also working with the NBL and the Australian Open.  If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you c...

  Episode 20 - A Yank on the Footy - Cameron Richardson, Managing Director of Global Sports 360 If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I sit down to walk with Cameron Richardson, Managing Director of Global Sports 360 Global Sports 360 Stray Dog Footy Podcast I humb...

Episode 19 - A Yank on the Footy - Dani Marshall of the Western Bulldogs In this episode, I sit down to walk with Dani Marshall of the Western Bulldogs If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  Top 10 plays of the AFLW season What is this game, by Danielle Marshall Mistake to abandon t...

Episode 18 - A Yank on the Footy - Michael Ross, coach of the San Diego Lions . In this episode, I sit down to walk with Michael Ross of the San Diego Lions. If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  https://youtu.be/EF4t0j-HC6M fox 5 interview  https://youtu.be/UDHJt_0rd38 2019 nation...

Episode 17 - A Yank on the Footy - Tim and Kaz from The Kick to Kick Podcast If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  This episode didn’t exactly start the way that I’d hoped, but I decided to go ahead and leave the original introduction in place.  Also, at the 22:47 mark, Kaz’s conne...

Episode 16 - A Yank on the Footy If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I sit down to walk with Terry Dehghani, the founder of the Blue Abroad Fan Channel, and the Host of the Blue Abroad Podcast.   Here is a link of the  Thomastown Bears winning the $20,000 grand p...

 Episode 15 - A Yank on the Footy If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, we’ve made it past the first week without footy.  What is happening? What could be happening? Pay cuts, Mergers? Relocation?  Rule changes to open up scoring? I humbly thank you for taking the...

Episode 14 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, reality has hit home.  The AFL season is officially suspended. Right at the time when more and more Americans were discovering the game.  If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  I humbly thank you for taking the time to listen to my s...

Episode 13 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, I discuss the impact of the Corona Virus on sports in Australia and in the US. I also reveal my 2020 AFL Ladder prediction.   If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  I humbly thank you for taking the time to listen to my show.  I trul...

Episode 12 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, I sit down for an interview with Rick Shaibani, a member of the LA Dragons, and the co-host of the Outside 50 Podcast.  A fun and revealing interview. If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  Again, I humbly thank you for taking the ti...

  Episode 11 - A Yank on the Footy If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I spend some time discussing the recent State of Origin game, and then I sit down for a chat with Jordan Deir of Mount Pearl, Newfoundland Canada.  Jordan has the distinct “pleasure” of being...

Episode 10 - A Yank on the Footy If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I take a look at the financial struggles that the VFL faced in the 1980’s, and how the future Commissioner of the NBA played a small role in helping the VFL survive the 80’s which led to thrivin...

Episode 9 - A Yank on the Footy If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  This week's episode takes a look at the expansion of AFLW game coverage in the US, and whether or not it is sustainable and whether it will carry over into the AFL season.  I also explore a very “doable” idea to...

Episode 8 - A Yank on the Footy This week's episode takes a quick look at last week’s Super Bowl, but the main focus is a little known hybrid game that was developed out of necessity in 1943.   A big shout out to Orville Gibson of Russell Island in Queensland, for pointing me in the right direction with some of the questions that I had researching the US military in Australia. If you like the show...

Trailer - Episode 8 - A Yank on the Footy This week's episode will take a bit of a detour, and look at a historical era of Australian Football, as well as a linkage between Australia and the United States during a very trying time in world history.  I hope that you'll tune in this weekend for Episode 8.   Again, I humbly thank you for taking the time to listen to my show.  I truly appreciate it. D...

Episode 7 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, I sit down for an interview with Frode Jurnhart, arguably the biggest Western Bulldogs supporter on the East Coast of the United States.   Frode talks about his 2019 trip to “The Kennel”, his interaction with many of the Bulldogs players, and how he was welcomed with open arms by the Bulldogs Cheer Squad. He also talks about his first impressions of...

Episode 7 for A Yank on the Footy will be released on Sunday at around 2 p.m. Melbourne time. This episode is an interview with Frode Jurnhart from Florida, who is very likely the biggest Western Bulldogs supporter in the eastern half of the United States.  He has some great stories, and traces the origins of his fandom to today.  A really fun discussion with someone that has been onboard with the...

Episode 6 - A Yank on the Footy Happy Australia Day! If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  In this episode, I take a look at the upcoming AFLW season, including my predictions on who plays finals and who ends up winning the premiership. I also discuss an inspirational photo that I...

Episode 6 for A Yank on the Footy will be released on Sunday at around 4 p.m. Melbourne time. This episode is my preview of the AFLW season, where I'll talk about a photo I ran across yesterday that I think could eventually rival the iconic Tayla Harris photo, as well as giving you my predictions on the upcoming season. You can follow me on Twitter @Yank_on and on Facebook and Instagram at "A Yank...

Episode 5 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, (Part 2 of a 2 part interview) I conclude my first interview of the show as I am joined by long-time Cats fan, Chris Hickey from Mackay Queensland.  Chris is the 2nd cousin of Cats legend, Reg Hickey. Chris continues telling some great stories about the legendary Reg Hickey, and discusses the state of coaching in the AFL, and how he would revamp the...

Episode 4 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode,  I sit down with Tara Cilke and Ben Martinez of the USAFL to discuss the Friends of Footy Fire Relief efforts to raise funds for the Rural Fire Services in Australia.   If you like the show, consider helping me out at Buy Me a Coffee . Also, if you are interested in any podcast gear, you can find it on my Redbubble page .  Please check out the pages...

Episode 3 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode, (Part 1 of a 2 part interview) I conduct my first interview of the show as I am joined by long-time Cats fan, Chris Hickey, born in Geelong and raised in Purnim, Victoria, now resides in Mackay Queensland.  Chris is the 2nd cousin of Cats legend, Reg Hickey. Chris shares his insight on the game of footy, while telling some great stories about his le...

Episode 2 - A Yank on the Footy In this episode I discuss some of my early and recent interactions with footy fans in Australia. I also explore why I am so impressed with the camaraderie that seems to exist between footy fans, their clubs and the players from their clubs.  I think sports in the US could possibly learn a thing or two from the way the different facets of the footy community embraces...

Episode 1 - A Yank on the Footy As an American, I've recently fallen in love with the game of footy.  In this episode, I will outline my journey to become a fan, how I have fallen in love with the game, and how I came to choose the team that I support. My hope with this podcast is to interview every day fans of the game in Australia, while exposing more Americans to this wonderful sport. If you li...