Matt Wood

Matt and Mates

Sports EN ↓ 65 episodes

If it’s an easy listening but interesting conversation you’re after, this is the podcast for you! Matt and mates shares the stories of others and the journey they took to get where they are now. Matt’s aim is to hear the other side of the story people don’t get to see. Hearing all about the triumphs, losses, life lessons, but mainly just checking in with a mate!

Author

Matt Wood

Category

Sports

Podcast website

mattandmates.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

NUFFY SPORTS | Socceroos campaign is over, Freo's winning streak comes to an end, and new rules that should be considered 11.07.2026

This week on Nuffy Sports we chat about the sad ending to the Socceroos world cup campaign, is Fremantle still a threat after a shock loss, and we have compiled together some ideas of what interesting rules some sports could bring in to entice fans more. Contact and Follow the Show!  E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=...

SNIPS | Tim Kennelly: Controlling your emotions as a leader 30.06.2026

This weeks M&M Snip is from the episode with Tim as he speaks about how his mistakes when on the field could impact his emotions and sometimes carry over towards his captaincy, but always tried to stay balanced between the two. Be sure to go back and listen to the full episode with Tim as he had a lot of advice to share when it came to leadership As always, ily all xox

NUFFY SPORTS | Freo and the blues can't lose, what adulting tasks bring you the most joy? 24.06.2026

The nuffies are back for another week! We discuss all things sports with Socceroos, AFL, and the NBA chat, what tasks as an adult do you weirdly enjoying doing/accomplishing, and an interesting game of higher and lower. Contact and Follow the Show!  E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551941425262

#38 Tim Kennelly | Leading from the dugout 22.06.2026

Recently retired and returning guest Tim Kennelly joins me this episode to talk all things captaincy and leadership. Tim was the former Perth Heat and Australian baseball team captain, so if anyone has some great tips to share on this it would be him! Tim speaks about what he values as captain, how he managed to get the best out of both his team mates and himself, whilst also taking from what he h...

NUFFY SPORTS | Are we bad people, Socceroos surprise the world, and PS2 game nostalgia 20.06.2026

Nuffy sports back for another week with both hosts Matt and Jye sharing their bad opinions. This we discuss if companies are really donating to charities, what's happened in sport, and reminisce on our favourite PS2 games. Contact and Follow the Show!  E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551941425262

SNIPS | Liam O'Connor: Reflecting on a Big Bash dream 15.06.2026

This weeks M&M Snip is from the episode with Liam as he reflects on the opportunity he had to play in the Big Bash final. All his hard work, dedication, and waiting for his opportunity led to this moment. Be sure to go back and listen to the full episode with Liam as this was just one of the many stories he had to share As always, ily all xox

NUFFY SPORTS | We're back! 10.06.2026

Footy Mates has been put to bed and say hello to Nuffy Sports! Jye and Matt return for another year talking some poor opinions about all sports, their own recent setbacks, and what plans this year holds for the show. Big things to come, enjoy the first one for the year! Contact and Follow the Show!  E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com...

#37 Liam O'Connor | Spins, wins, and grins 07.06.2026

This week I am joined by former WA state cricketer and BBL champion Liam O'Connor. This was a super fun chat to have as Liam had plenty of stories to share during his time at this level, but also had plenty of banter to match it. He shares about his time at WA cricket, shifting over to Adelaide to play in the Big Bash, and how he has now transitioned into life post cricket with his young famil...

SNIPS | Xavier Ellis: Knowing when to make the big changes 31.05.2026

This weeks M&M Snip is from my chat with Xavier and his decision to move away from his home state to have a fresh start on the other side of the country with another AFL team. This one resonated with myself and I am sure many of you listening as well. Be sure to go back and listen to the full episode with Xavier as he had many other stories to share with his time in the AFL. As akways, ily all...

#36 Xavier Ellis | From premierships to primetime radio 25.05.2026

I am joined by premiership player and breakfast radio star Xavier Ellis this episode. He speaks all about his time at Hawthorn before transitioning over to West Coast, the feeling of playing on the big stage and winning a premiership, and how he managed to make his way onto breakfast radio. Xavier was so much fun to speak with and just an even better human being. Loved recording this episode and I...

SNIPS | Alex Cleary: Why I chose to run a marathon in Antarctica 19.05.2026

This weeks M&M Snip is from my chat with Alex about how he decided to run a marathon in Antarctica. After a friend of his changed something in their life, this sparked something in Alex's head to decide he needs to go outside of his comfort zone. Be sure to go back and listen to the full episode with Alex as this was only one of many great stories he had to share. As always, ily all xox

#35 Alex Cleary | The hardest of Harry's 11.05.2026

This week I am joined by Alex Cleary to talk all things ultra running, Hardcore Harry's, and podcasting. Originally from a small rural town in Queensland, Alex has made his way to Melbourne to tackle the next adventure in his life. Along the way he has had several battles that led him into the ultra running space where he found his love for extreme challenges. This was such an insightful chat...

SNIPS | Emma O'Driscoll: A change in perspective 05.04.2026

This weeks M&M Snip is from my chat with Emma about how her brother suffered a concussion during a training session which caused a permanent brain injury. Although quite traumatic for not only her brother but the entire family, this changed the way Emma views her way in playing the game she loves.  Be sure to go back and listen to the full episode with Emma. This was only one of many moments I...

#34 Emma O'Driscoll | Bringing the energy on and off the field 29.03.2026

Emma joins me this week to talk all about what her journey in the AFLW has been like. A country girl by heart, she has had the opportunity to play for the Fremantle Dockers for the last 7 years which has allowed her to travel the country playing the sport she loves. She speaks about how her rise to the AFLW was different from others, the competitiveness and love her family has towards each other,...

SNIPS | Jack Crago: Honest Reviews 24.03.2026

This week's M&M Snip is from my chat with Jack about how he manages to keep the review of his shoe's as honest as he can even when he has different brands reaching out to try out their shoes.  Be sure to go back and listen to the whole episode if you have the time as Jack's love for running shoes has helped many people get interested in the sport and start their journey.  As always, ily xox

#33 Jack Crago | The running shoe guru 16.03.2026

Jack joins me this week to chat all things running and his content creating around it. Jack is mostly known for his reviews of the many different running shoes he has tried for which he gives thorough and honest feedback on. We speak about his love of running and where it all started, what made him get into content creating, and where he plans to take things next. Be sure to give him a follow on h...

SNIPS | Liana Nici: Systems and Habits 10.03.2026

This week's M&M Snip is from my chat with Liana about creating systems that help with sticking to our routine and creating habits that fit into our lifestyle. If you didn't get time to listen to the whole episode, at least give this one a go as I guarantee you will learn a thing or two!    Be sure to go back and listen to the whole episode if you have the time as it was a very interesting and...

#32 Liana Nici | Small habits for massive momentum 01.03.2026

Returning guest Liana Nici joins me once again to start this year off with a special episode on goal setting and creating lasting habits. She speaks about many different topics with setting realistic goals, understanding how your habits and systems have an impact, and what to do when we have setbacks. A great episode the kick off the year and help us achieve those new years resolutions. Contact an...

Footy Mates | Season Finale, GF recap, trade talk, and getting ready for 2026 23.10.2025

Final episode for this year! We recap the GF and how wrong our predictions were, the big movers this years trade period, and what we have in store for next year to make this show even better!  Thank you to everyone who has listened and dealt with our inconsistency this year. We look forward to next season and making 2026 a big one for all our footy mates!   Have some opinions? Share them so we can...

Footy Mates | Grand final week preview, what happened in the last 3 weeks of finals, and the WAFL GF controversy 25.09.2025

It's Grand Final week and we are excited! We haven't had a chance to chat much finals but we list our big games from the previous 3 weeks, who got the Brownlow right (not Jye), and our predictions on the who will win the GF and Norm Smith.    Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Facebook: https://www.f...

#31 Sean Phillip | How a simple hand gesture is making a huge impact 14.09.2025

Sean Phillip from The Shaka Project joins me this episode to chat about how he started the mental health charity. Sean opens up about his own struggles, how he has seen the impact the charity has had with so many around the country, and why he chose the 'shaka'. You can check out The Shaka Project on Instagram or their website. IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_shaka_project/ W: https://theshakapr...

Footy Mates | First week of finals is here, thoughts on the AA squad, and we look back on our ladder predictions 04.09.2025

This week we get excited about the first week of finals and what to expect, the All Australian team was announced and surprise but we have some issues with it, how many did we get right in our ladder predictions, and Jye tries a new game out.   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Facebook: https://www...

Footy Mates | Freo are finals bound, Port lift for Ken AGAIN, and what songs do we want to play after a goal? 28.08.2025

The final round of the home and away season is done and dusted (well sort of) and we discuss the big points of it, Harley signing on with the eagles, more niche players, and what song would we like to hear if we ever kicked a goal in the AFL   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Facebook: https://www....

Footy Mates | Jye's sick this week, Nat Fyfe retires, and niche AFL players 14.08.2025

This week on Footy Mates Jye is sick so it's Matt only in the studio, I ponder about life post Nat Fyfe, the top 4 is getting an absolute shake up, some of Freo and West Coasts most niche players, and I preview round 23.   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile....

Footy Mates | Goodwin says goodbye, 200 games for a WAFL superstar, the best and worst jumpers 07.08.2025

This week on footy mates we talk about the key points from the previous round of footy, celebrate a good friend that played his 200th WAFL game, some of the best and worst jumpers that have teams have played in, and we preview Round 22.   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Facebook: https://www.faceb...

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