Hawk Talk Podcast

The first half against Melbourne was a horror show, and then the second half brought some strange sense of redemption. Overall, it was a peculiar afternoon at UTAS, the Hawks ultimately falling to the Demons by 35 points. We're back to recap all the action and look ahead to the Hawks' next big test! Don't forget to find us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Another week, another midfield masterclass, this time against the Giants at the MCG! The Hawks enjoyed some redemption with a 14-point win, thanks once again to Newcombe and Day, Ginni’s return to good form, and a dazzling second quarter cameo from the Wiz. In this episode, we recap the win and look ahead to a tough battle with the Dees at UTAS. Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, in...

The Hawks said hooroo to the hoodoo, securing victory on the Gold Coast for the first time in a decade. The dynamic duo of Newcombe and Day dominated, and the Dylan Moore of old was back in full force. It was a really pleasing 16-point victory! We're back to recap the win in a jam-packed Hawk Talk Podcast. Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast...

The bye is done and dusted, and the Hawks are headed to the Gold Coast, hopefully to set up the second half of the season in style. We thought we’d hit record, and sneak in a short-and-sweet preview edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Talking points include tensions in the oppo camp, trade rumour fatigue, the NGA prospect tearing it up, Schubert news, and much more! Don't forget to follow us on our...

The Hawk Talk Podcast has officially returned, and the mid-season mailbag is bursting at the seams. It’s time to tackle a host of your burning questions as Hawthorn heads into the bye! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was deja vu in WA, as the Hawks suffered another nightmare final term against Freo. Still, there were plenty of positives to come out of Round Nine, namely the form of Gunners, the Wiz, Amon, and Battle. We’re back to recap the game and tackle your questions here on the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

As the final siren sounded this past Thursday night, there was an undeniable fact that few considered in the moment, and here it is: Hawthorn still hasn’t dropped a game since Opening Round! How’s that for one-eyed, Hawkers? But seriously, we're back to bring you a more balanced take than that on the draw with the Pies, as well as preview the test out west. Don't forget to follow us on our social...

The Hawks eclipsed the Gold Coast Suns in Tassie, posting a really pleasing 49-point win. That’s another contender taken to task, and six on the trot now for the brown and gold! The 2026 campaign is going very nicely indeed. The Hawk Talk Podcast returns to recap the Round Seven clash, and look ahead to a big Thursday night blockbuster! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels - @HawkTalkP...

It was a nerve-wracking climax at Marvel as the Hawks wrestled control back from the Power to post a thrilling three-point victory. Once again the Wiz was at his spellbinding best, Dear delivered on return, and Will McCabe had a massive moment he won’t soon forget. This calls for another jam-packed Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Host...

The Hawks moved to 4-1 with a commanding 40-point win over the Western Bulldogs. Jai Newcombe ran riot, Ginni found yet another gear, and the dual rucks were dominant in the club’s first ever Gather Round victory. There’s plenty to be pleased with as we present to you another edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Ac...

What a game! It was another Easter Monday classic between the Hawks and the Cats, culminating in a golden point from Jack Gunston. We're back to recap the game of the season in another jam-packed Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Easter, Hawkers! Hope you’re having a wonderful long weekend. It’s all about family, friends, far too much chocolate, and of course the footy! It's time to preview the much-anticipated Easter Monday clash with Geelong in this short-but-sweet edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

NEW POD: Under lights at the MCG the Hawks dug deep to make it back-to-back wins, besting Sydney by 17 points. Dylan Moore’s redemption story continued, Ginni turned in a superb second half, and Gunston dominated again. In fact, the Hawks had heroes across the board in what was a really pleasing victory. And now, the long break begins, so there’s plenty of time to bask in the moment here on the Ha...

It was a lacklustre blockbuster, at least from an Essendon perspective. But for us Hawks, it was heavenly - a comprehensive 62-point smashing of the old arch rivals, with plenty of goals left out there too! Dyl and Croc put a horror week behind them, Reeves made a triumphant return, and Gunston once again proved unstoppable. The Hawks are officially on the board in 2026, and we're back to talk all...

Opening Round saw the Hawks get comprehensively outworked by an undermanned Giants outfit, leading to a 27-point loss. There were a few shining lights, but mostly the feeling was one of disappointment. Now the Hawks have to regroup for a must-win clash this Friday night - because every clash with Essendon is of course a must-win contest! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including...

We are just days away from Opening Round, with Hawthorn set to take on the Giants! There’s been a bit of tribunal news, as well as a new signing. There's all this and more to talk about in this brief eve-of-the-season check-in edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to find us on our socials, including X - @HawkTalkPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The countdown is on! It's the middle of February, we're on the eve of another season, and the excitement is palpable! That’s thanks in part to a successful hit-out at the KCC, the Hawks besting Geelong in a practice match by 17 points. We’re back to recap the action, as well as discuss some big contract news, and tackle a bunch of your burning questions. It's a short and sweet Hawk Talk Podcast, a...

Happy holidays, Hawkers! Here we are at the end of another year, and a pretty enjoyable one at that. The Hawks went a step further than last year, and more than ever it feels like the premiership window is open. It’s time to look back at the highs, the lows, the marks, the goals, and so much more in this latest jam-packed Hawk Talk Podcast! Thanks for riding the bumps with a grin with us in 2025!...

The Hawks were plucky but a Grand Final berth wasn’t to be, with the Cats prevailing in the Prelim by 30 points. And so a sensational season draws to a close, with plenty of reason to be optimistic, looking ahead to our 2026 campaign. In this edition of the podcast, we offer up our reflections on the game, there's a round-up of player movement rumours, some Brownlow banter, and much more! Don't fo...

Another week, another terrific win on the road - and now the Hawks are into a Preliminary Final! There was so much to like in the 34-point win over the Crows. The midfield brigade was magnificent, led by the irrepressible final boss Jai Newcombe. Young rookie Jack Gunston booted five goals. Meanwhile, the backline was solid as a rock all evening. And now, an epic showdown with the old arch-rivals...

With Engie, it’s possible! The Hawks produced their best performance of the season in an unforgettable Elimination Final. They prevailed by 19 points over the Giants, taking another step towards premiership glory. Meanwhile, the same could be said for Box Hill, who bested Brisbane in an all-time classic VFL semi final. And up north in Cairns, our AFLW Hawks finally found some mojo, posting a comfo...

The first week of the finals is set, and Hawthorn has a huge task - they’ll be hosted by the Giants at Engie Stadium in an Elimination Final clash that has Hawkers more than a little nervous. Meanwhile, Box Hill’s untimely slump continued, our AFLW side just scraped by with a win over the Dogs, and a couple of Hawthorn’s best in 2025 were awarded All-Australian blazers. There’s so much to cover in...

It was the Gunners and Punky Show at the MCG, as the Hawks cruised to a comfortable 36-point win over the Dees. Finals look to be a lock - now it’s just a matter of who the Hawks face. Elsewhere up north, our AFLW Hawks opened the season with a sensational win over the Lions. Yup, there's plenty to tackle in another jam-packed edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our soci...

High stakes, high expectations, and the Hawks did more than win - they handed the Magpies an almighty smashing, prevailing by 64 points. Meek was in fine form, Sicily’s purple patch continued, and the fab forwards were too much to handle. And so, the club’s finals aspirations are alive! There’s so much to unpack in a brand new edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our soci...

Despite a gutsy performance in a topsy-turvy game, our very own Adelaide Oval curse continued. Unfortunately, the Hawks fell to the Crows late by just 14 points. The revelation of Will Day’s injury woes only made things worse, and now Hawthorn are fighting for their right to play finals, in what shapes as their biggest test of the season. Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including...