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Collingwood get back to their close game winning ways, can they still make some noise in 2026? Did Thursday night say more about Fremantle or Sydney? Port Adelaide senior coach Josh Carr joins the show, and is the AFL's push into India worthwhile? 

Sharrod Wellingham steps in for Lids to preview round 18 with Corbin and Ben and brings with him some top tier analysis and a gold Buddy Franklin story. The boys assess the Dockers and Swans flag credentials and the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy debate, if St Kilda are borderline flat track bullies, can the Gold Coast Titans help the Suns tackling woes, is Gawn or Kozzy the most important Demon and wheth...

Corbin and Bob Murphy spend Monday night in front of the TV and deliver the most important stories to you. Fremantle are front and centre after their loss to GWS and the boys wonder how the "worrier" Longmuir would feel, why he's the likely coach of the year ahead of Stephen King and is their possible drought breaker the best story of the 2026 contenders. As well, there's confusion as another Bomb...

How long does it take for real change to take effect at a football club? What explains the stark difference between caretaker coaches Fraser and Solomon? It being 6-7 Appreciation Day, who are your favourite players to have worn the number 6 or 7 on their guernsey. Plus, all the latest news from Round 17. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former...

More than 20 fines and a suspension were handed down by the MRO for rough conduct, engaging in a melee and umpire contact during Gold Coast v Collingwood. What happened and are the sanctions fair? What’s going on with the Suns and how have they fallen to where they are on the ladder? Plus, how can those in the Carlton coaching race respect the process? ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben...

Join Ben Cameron, Luke Ball and Mick Malthouse as they bring you up to date with all the latest AFL news. Has Brisbane solidified itself as a premiership contender? Is Sydney ready for its top of the table clash with Fremantle? Plus, is everyone OK with Lachie Neale’s meetings? ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of...

A seesawing feline affair ultimately saw Brisbane prevail, so where did Geelong go wrong? While Lachie Neale is in town, he’s reportedly meeting with several clubs. What could this free agent be looking for? Does Adelaide have a big-game issue? Should Hawthorn go after Zach Merrett again? Have we lost respect for the jumper? Plus, all the big Round 17 questions answered. ABC AFL commentators Corbi...

Off the back of the "incredibly difficult" to watch Four Corners episode on concussion and CTE, Bob Murphy reflects on his former Bulldogs teammate Matty Robbins' vulnerability and what the AFL needs to do from here. Corbin and Bob also digest the biggest talking points out of the Monday footy shows including why the premiership is Fremantle's to lose, what Essendon's coaching criteria says about...

How frustrated are fans with the ARC and what can the AFL do about it? Does North Melbourne stand a chance of making finals? Should Essendon publicly target Josh Fraser as their head coach? Plus, the team revisits their predictions from Opening Round. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches...

Essendon were unable to get over the line against North Melbourne and the stats weren’t pretty. What needs to change at the club? After Port Adelaide’s impressive upset win over Adelaide last night, is the Showdown the best rivalry in footy? Is the AFL too far into the weeds when it comes to the rules? Plus, all the latest news from Round 16. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron a...

After the AFL incorrectly disallowed a Brisbane goal, head coach Chris Fagan believes the score should be amended. West Coast’s head coach Andrew McQualter also joins the program ahead of the Eagles’ clash with Carlton. Plus, all the latest news from Round 16. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analys...

Corbin & Lids preview the round ahead but first go deep on whether the AFL's proposal to limit contact training in 2027 could actually result in more injuries. The final bye round is here and includes what might be the last Showdown for Zak Butters and/or Tex Walker. Plus, the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy predicament is real, why Errol Gulden makes the Swans infinitely better, do we over-analyse the...

The Monday footy show meat-fest continues and Ben Cameron and Bob Murphy are seated at the banquet with Carlton, Essendon and St Kilda on the menu. Bob reckons Josh Fraser wants to coach Carlton and will put his hand up and in turn, Carlton can't worry about past decisions or future failures. The Bombers are hell-bent on needing an 'Essendon person', so does that narrow their search to Solomon or...

Josh Fraser is making a strong case for an ongoing coaching role at Carlton, but which club is most appealing? The CEOs got together today, what was on their agenda? Is the Wildcard Round winning fans over? Plus, all the winners and losers from the weekend. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse m...

It’s hard to ignore Josh Fraser’s success as he takes Carlton to their fifth straight win, but just don’t mention a train. Even though the Bulldogs took the four points, who contributed more to the match, Wanganeen-Milera or Bontempelli? Was the final quarter of Collingwood v Port Adelaide the worst quarter of football we’ve seen this year? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 15. ABC AFL commentators...

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 15.  The team wrap up the two games so far, with Fremantle and Hawthorn both stamping themselves as genuine Premiership contenders, ask where Tim English plays in 2027, and are joined by Adelaide Coach Matthew Nicks ahead of their clash with the Demons at the Adelaide Oval....

Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio cast an eye over round 15 including a huge examination for the Demons away from the MCG and why Ben Cousins might have a lesson for the Gold Coast Suns amid rumours of player and coach disharmony. There's also a question mark on how Carlton approach their game and the rest of the year, Daicos goes head to head with Butters, Jy Simpkin's social media causes a stir and...

Corbin and Bob feast on the Monday footy shows and debate why Tim English would want to leave the Bulldogs, where the Zak Butters needle is leaning and why Carlton are getting in their own way again. The guys also time stamp their three head coach picks for Carlton, Essendon and Tasmania - even though the Tassie licence is still not granted. Plus, why mature age recruits are a "gift" to footy club...

On Sunday, St Kilda and GWS were up against the Socceroos, is that fair on the league and the audiences? Damien Hardwick continues to comment on the umpiring against the Suns post-match, is it okay? Plus, all your winners and losers, Monday madness, and not-so-elusive unicorn sightings. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and le...

Liam Ryan notched up his new personal goal-kicking best against the Giants. Is this a sign that St Kilda is improving? Does a win by a small margin always mean it's a good game? Is Stephen King the coach of the year so far? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 14. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analys...

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 14.  The team wrap up the two games so far, with Geelong and Adelaide both staking their top 4 claims, ask where Zak Butters plays in 2027. and look at who's in the box seat to land the full time coaching role at the Bombers with today's guest, Essendon Interim Coach Dean So...

Jordan Dawson led his team to an almighty win over the Bulldogs, why was Adam Treloar on the bench for so long? Will North Melbourne bounce back after last week’s brutal loss to Fremantle? What would a trade look like to get Zak Butters? Plus, a key question for the remaining games of Round 14. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL player...

As the dust settles on round 13, Corbin & Bob Murphy look over the footy show hot takes and decide what's worth your time including Collingwood who seem to be getting busy. The Magpies are looking to swoop on Lachie Neale, Ben King and Fremantle CEO Simon Garlick, North Melbourne have zero excuses for their efforts, the Tassie stadium cost might have blown out again and do we need to clear up...

Live from the MCG, the team brings you all the wash-up from the Big Freeze match, celebrating Neale Daniher and continuing to raise awareness for MND. Should you only be able to call the 30-second shot clock if you're inside the 50? Is Josh Fraser’s 4-0 winning record enough to entertain talks of him coaching Carlton permanently? Plus, all the latest news from Round 13. ABC AFL commentators Corbin...

Ben Cameron & Daniel Harford dissect whether it's time for Josh Fraser to declare himself the man for the job while the seat gets a little hotter under Alistair Clarkson after North Melbourne handed Fremantle it's biggest ever victory by way of margin. Fremantle remains one game clear on top of the AFL ladder, and was heading for a two-game buffer, until Sydney's Jai Serong stole victory from...