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Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rotating cast of AFL legends, including some of the sharpest minds in the game, to pull apart the biggest stories in Aussie Rules. Friday: We unpack Thursday night footy and get across the AFL landscape with former Richmond star Brett Deledio as the trio preview the round ahead. Saturday: Legendary Collingwood coach Mick Malthouse and premiership winner Luke Ball join Corbin to cover Friday night footy and the stories that have footy fans talking. Sunday: Who were the biggest winners and losers from the round? We tell you what mattered most from...

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Jul 11, 2026

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AFL Saturday: McRae weighs up team needs vs milestones on Pendlebury 28.03.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Luke Ball and Adam Ramanauskas, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 3.  Today, Collingwood Coach Craig McRae joins us after the Magpies returned to the winners list, with the latest on Scott Pendlebury's injury and what it means for the games record holder in waiting, Darcy Moore's injury and the constant chatter linking Nick Daicos to Tas...

Crows were robbed right in front of me and where next for Essendon 26.03.2026

Yet another contentious call has gone against Adelaide, as Geelong make it 15 wins in a row against the Crows at Kardinia Park. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the commentary box post-match to unpack the decision and discuss just how heavy the rain actually was. Brad Scott also delivered a very strong press conference last week calling out certain players however when the teams were announce...

Why a twilight Grand Final might actually be good 24.03.2026

Good news if you don't have time to watch all the Monday footy shows - Corbin & Bob Murphy do and a twilight Grand Final leads the chat. Will we feel robbed when it's introduced and realise we've been missing out, was Patrick Voss' head rub psychological chess or bite size humiliation, do we need more data or are hamstrings in serious danger and is the Zak Butters story going to be the most "d...

AFL Monday: Bombers’ woes unavoidable and why all the hamstring injuries? 23.03.2026

Brad Scott’s honest assessment of the Essendon’s poor performance continues to add to the misery of fans, how can the club turn their fortunes around? We unpack Patrick Voss’ controversial taunting, does the league need to crack down harder on this behaviour, and what’s the right approach to discipline in modern footy? And can someone please explain why there are so many hamstring injuries so earl...

Butters quiets trade talk, Voss taunt proves costly and should we scrap the clock? 22.03.2026

After Port’s comprehensive win over Essendon, Zak Butters didn’t mince words, declaring ‘I think you're stupid if you don't want to win premierships’ but is it too early in the year to be talking about his October free agency? Meanwhile, Daniel Harford weighed in on Patrick Voss’s behaviour, reflecting on a costly action that led to Voss copping a $1,500 fine for taunting. And should the AFL ditch...

AFL Saturday: 'It's the kind of moment you practice as a kid in the backyard' 21.03.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 2.  Today, Western Bulldogs star Oskar Baker joins us after his 3 goal match winning performance against the Adelaide Crows, and Richmond Coach Adem Yze gives us the latest in the lead up to the Tigers clash with the Gold Coast at the MCG.  For more Australian Rules Football...

Why Gunston's Hawks overran the Swans and price tag pressure 19.03.2026

There were 13 lead changes but Sydney struggled without Gulden and Heeney and the Hawks powered away in the final quarter to make it two in a row. Brett Deledio joins Corbin and Ben in the the commentary box post-match to unpack Gunston's incredible form and why McCartin and Curnow were shown up. Plus have the Western Bulldogs gained most from the rule changes, who is to blame for the scrutiny of...

Cranky Clarko, Fremantle's whinging and 100 goal season dreams 17.03.2026

Every Tuesday Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy save you time by watching all the AFL footy shows and serving up their take on the most talked about issues in the game. Is an angry Alastair Clarkson the best thing for North, should Essendon be kicked out of the 'big 4' club, was Justin Longmuir's complaint fair play or poor timing and is the matchwinner pressure on Nasiah bubbling over just two roun...

AFL Monday: Far from Gawn and questions about the Saints' big spend 16.03.2026

St Kilda splashed the cash across the off season but couldn't find the four points against Melbourne leaving Corbin, Ben and former Carlton captain Marc Murphy to admire the work of Dees veteran Max Gawn. Who should be crowned the heavyweight champion player of the AFL? And listeners have the floor - what's making you mad on a Monday? ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joine...

Nas stuck on the bench, St Kilda stuck winless 15.03.2026

Ben Cameron and Daniel Harford wrap up round one with every team in action and so many early storylines, led by St Kilda's second loss. Former Saints captain Jack Steele told ABC he was still hurting after his trade to Melbourne, Nasiah wasn't on the ground when they needed him and Port were destroyed by North. Elsewhere, the Crows were the big winners of the round at the MCG, did Marcus Bontempel...

AFL Saturday: Andrew Dillon tells us why Opening Round will change in 2027 14.03.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Daniel Harford, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 1.  Today, AFL CEO Andrew Dillon joins the team in the commentary box, discussing the future of Opening Round, equalisation, the latest amendments to the illicit drugs policy, and the impact this season's rule changes are having on the game. For more Australian Rules Fo...

Carlton win "scared" and weekend stakes 12.03.2026

In a game it seemed nobody wanted to win, Carlton's relief was visible as they scrape home despite playing "scared" against a plucky but inaccurate Richmond. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio unpack what lead to Carlton's win and where Richmond ultimately fell short. Looking ahead to the rest of the round, what kind of reception will Zach Merrett receive from the crowd, how spicy will the return match...

Daicos' Tasmanian super offer and was Gorringe's Docherty gaffe scripted? 10.03.2026

Every Tuesday Corbin Middlemas and Bob Murphy save you time by watching all the AFL footy shows and serving up their take on the most talked about issues in the game. This week - how Collingwood creativity can pay Nick Daicos more than anyone, why Zach Merrett wasn't suited to be captain anyway and do we know the whole story of the Docherty x Gorringe debacle. Plus how will Origin look in 2026 aft...

AFL Monday: Should opening 'half-round' return? 09.03.2026

Corbin and Ben evaluate whether this year's edition of opening round worked and how they would change it next year. The boys also look over the new rules, Collingwood's refreshed best-and-fairest voting system and Marc Murphy drops by with his former club Carlton under the pump including his say on Sam Docherty's comments. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolli...

Hot Pies and Top Dogs 08.03.2026

Ben Cameron and Brett Deledio wrap up the Opening Round of season 2026 including Collingwood showing St Kilda up thanks to a Nasiah tag and a supreme Daicos display. Deledio has concerns on the Saints two ruck strategy and their finals chances, Carlton's fade out and the Hawks midfield display. But the Bulldogs "steely resolve" was impressive and the Gold Coast Suns are primed for 2026 with the Pe...

Corbin & Ben: 'Opening Round' 07.03.2026

Corbin & Ben, joined by Gold Coast Suns CEO Mark Evans, and former AFL Umpire and now ABC Commentator Ray Chamberlain. 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, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. O...

AFL Saturday: Malthouse on Voss' future "No 8, No Michael" 07.03.2026

AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL this Opening Round.  AFL GM of Footy Greg Swann tell us the one rule he was strong on changing and how he’s seen them umpired after two games. Plus Sydney coach Dean Cox talks their emphatic win over the Blues and how he handled the tricky trade period with Will Hayward and Ollie Flo...

"When they go, they absolutely GO": Swans destroy Carlton and Opening Round predictions 06.03.2026

For the first time in 2026 Corbin and Ben are joined by Brett Deledio and they're awestruck by the Swans and fearful for Carlton after last night's opener. The boys declare that slow teams won't go anywhere in modern footy, a first look at the new rules and discuss if there was any intention in Ollie Florent's knee to Isaac Heeney's head. The rest of the Opening Round awaits with Jamarra Ugle-Haga...

AFL Monday: All eyes on Opening Round 02.03.2026

The AFL season kicks off this week and there’s plenty to unpack, preseason form under the microscope and stand-out performers identified. Will Hawthorn’s appeal of Jai Newcombe’s one‑match suspension be successful? Plus, we flip the ladder on its head and predict who’s headed for the bottom eight. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL pla...

Brisbane, Geelong, Collingwood, Hawthorn 2026 season preview 27.02.2026

The pointy end of Corbin and Ben's season previews is here and the boys ponder whether the top four from 2025 will remain at the apex of the AFL pyramid. Brisbane's list is still ultra young and they've recruited brilliantly so do they remain the hunted, will Chris Scott guide the Cats to yet another September push, can the Pies mounting injuries and ageing list prove everyone wrong and will the H...

Suns, Crows, Fremantle, GWS, Bulldogs 2026 season preview 26.02.2026

Nine teams down, nine to go and Corbin and Ben pull out the magnifying glass to work out who's finals disappointment will spur them on and who could slide further. Can the Western Bulldogs shore up their defence to complement a start studded midfield, will an already packed injury list be too much for the GWS Giants this year, can Fremantle hit the accelerator more consistently, might the Crows fa...

Sydney, Carlton, St Kilda, Port Adelaide, Melbourne 2026 season preview 25.02.2026

Corbin and Ben round up the five teams who missed finals last year and have eyes on making the leap in 2026 - so who will actually do it and why. Can the Swans capitalise on the Curnow addition, will an out of contract Michael Voss finally deliver Carlton major success, St Kilda have recruited and re-signed big names but will it make a difference and both Port Adelaide and the Melbourne Demons hav...

Essendon, North, Richmond, West Coast 2026 season preview 24.02.2026

The AFL season is days away and Corbin and Ben run through your must listen season preview for all 18 teams and first up are the bottom four teams from 2025. Can Essendon get past their injury plagued 2025 and show enough to lure Zak Butters to the Hangar, will the fourth year of Alastair Clarkson at North Melbourne see a Kangaroo leap or the coach's demise, can Richmond continue to evolve their n...

AFL Monday: What's been going on during the off-season? 23.02.2026

Corbin and Ben are back to launch another massive AFL season and before things get underway, they’re breaking down everything you missed over summer. What rule tweaks really need to happen? Which storylines have us intrigued? Plus, former Carlton skipper Marc Murphy jumps in for all the regular segments and brand‑new Mad Mondays, where you get to unload exactly what’s on your mind about the AFL wo...

Roos: Fagan epitomises what leadership is today 28.09.2025

Roosy attributes Chris Fagan's strong leadership to Brisbane's back-to-back premiership wins as the club is still celebrating their 2025 Grand Final success. Was Geelong's second-half performance just a bad day in the office for them? Plus, the team looks forward to the trade period and the key players who will have big impacts if moved.

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