Matt and Mates

We are finally back after another hiatus and I am joined by co-host Jye. We chat about the past 8 weeks of footy and the most notable news that has come out of it, we rate our top 5 commentators, and what's in store for the next round of footy. Hopefully no more delays in episodes going forward, but we can't make any promises   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattand...

This week I chat about how I am juggling my work-life balance. Is there a right or wrong way to do it? And do any of you have any strategies you use to try balance it better?  Let me know your thoughts: E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551941425262

First ever Solo's episode where its just me on my own talking about what's on my mind and different topics that have come up. Today is just about how life has been post my big run and how I am struggling to get back into a groove.    Let me know your thoughts: E: mattandmates@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551941425262

We are back for another episode but this one is in reverse as I am the one in the hot seat. I sit down with my good friend Jye Tanner as he asks about the big challenge I just accomplished running from Geraldton to Perth. This chat talks about where the idea came from, a reflection on how each day panned out, and the reason behind the run with raising awareness of mental health. I've had a few goo...

Due to busy schedules we've had a few weeks between episodes but Jye and Matt are back to chat all about the key points from what has happened with some poorly opinionated views. Along with a 5 minute rant of how Matt could be the next Freo coach. 

This week I was joined by exercise physiologist Eamon Bailie to talk all about exercise and physical activity. Eamon shares his experience working in the industry and how he manages to treat people about their conditions. We cover a range of topics including the difference between physical activity and exercising, social medias influence, and the different battles we've had in the industry and had...

Matt "Kippsy" Kipps joins me this week to talk all things about beers and breweries. He breaks down the entire process from the ingredients all the way to it being poured out of the tap. We even have a live taste testing where I have to use what I have learned to understand what I am drinking. Such a fun episode and looking forward to sharing. Love you all dearly, cheers xox   Donation Link below:...

We summarize what the hell went on in round 2 with some shock wins, dockers and blues still letting their fans down, and It's Derby weekend here in WA and both teams are fighting to not be 18th at the end of the round as we preview what round 3 will look like   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mattandmates_/ Face...

Round 1 done and what a whirlwind it was. Both eagles and freo disappointed (one more than the other), Richmond are now premiership favourites, and how are the hawks good again already?! We also preview round 2 and make our predictions forgetting about anything that happened the last round.   Have some opinions? Share them so we can bring them up! Email: mattandmates@gmail.com Insta: https://www.i...

Liana joins the show once again, but this time for Educate Mates as she teaches myself (and hopefully you) about some simple nutrition and lifestyle tips. She rattles off a few key points including misconceptions are our diets, simple ways to make changes to your lifestyle, and how to decipher all the content being shared on social media about nutrition. I highly recommend listening in as her know...

Opening round has come and gone in a very different way (and hopefully forever), but at least this means the official round 1 is right around the corner! We review the 2 games played and share our tips on the upcoming round 1. 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/prof...

Footy Mates is back in 2025! Listen to our poor opinions and predictions on this years final ladder, premiers, and who we think the best players will be come end of the year (I promise we tried not to be bias... sort of). 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.p...

WELCOME BACK! Season 3 is underway and what better way to do it but with a previous guest and good friend of the show, Andrew Stokes. This is the first episode for the new concept of the podcast called 'Educate Mates'. Stokesy talks all things American Football to allow us wannabe fans being able to understand it that bit more. He breaks down the game from the amount of players on each team, diffe...

This episode is an absolute treat for you all! I was lucky enough to sit down with a childhood hero of mine and talk about all things cricket. Brad Hogg AKA Hoggy, joins me in studio to chat about his time playing cricket at the highest of levels. Brad speaks about the commitment it took to live on a farm and make his way to Perth to chase his dream, the experiences and challenges playing at the t...

Listen in to hear about what we thought of this years AFL GF, who should of won the Norm Smith, how the Brownlow is rigged, and we start grading teams on their performance this year. 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.php?id=61551941425262

Join JT and myself as we chat all things AFL (even though there is only one game left). Quick review of the season that was, review the prelims, and who takes out the Premiership, Norm Smith, and Brownlow. 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.php?id=6155194142...

Unbelievable chat this one! Tim Kennelly is a baseball legend not only in Perth but Australia. He has smashed all types of records in the Australian Baseball League, wears his heart on his sleeve when he represents Australia around the world, and has had crack at making the major leagues over in America. There is not much he hasn't done in the baseball world! Did I also mention he does firefightin...

Another big episode for this weeks pod! I am joined by Australian Commonwealth Games GOLD medalist Kristina Krstic. Kristina talks all things lawn bowls with how she came across the sport, the challenges in making it to the highest level, and takes us back to that moment when she found out she was a gold medalist. Absolutely loved recording this episode, Kristina is such a gem and I know you will...

Kristin Thornton joins me this week to talk about his journey in life so far! Kristin is a former player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL. He speaks about his time at the swans and how the path there didn't quite go the way he thought it would, but instead of letting this hold him back he found a new career path in the rehabilitation world. Kristin speaks about his love for exercise physiology and...

Jimmy Williams is a young and enthusiastic fella that is trying to make a name for himself in the sport broadcasting world. Jimmy has got to call some big games and interview some well known names in Australian sport. He was happy to talk all things sport which included his love for all sports, how the dream of broadcasting came about, and where it has taken so far and the dream of how much furthe...

This episode I managed to get the lovely and intelligent Liana Nici to spare some time from her busy schedule and join me on the pod. The knowledge this woman has is outstanding and the values she lives by and shares is making big changes to others in the world. Liana is a dietitian and most recently taken up a role in the AFL working alongside the playing group. She chats about what it's like wor...

I finally sat down and opened up about myself on my own podcast. Jye my co-host on 'The Couldabeens' took over the host duties which allowed me to discuss how I've gotten to here. I talk about my love and passion for cricket, losing and finding my purpose, and just how important mental health has on each and every one of us. I do discuss some experiences on mental health that might be triggering f...

Colin is a stand up comedian here in Perth making his mark in the comedy industry. An absolutely funny bloke that just loves a chat along with a few appropriate (and inappropriate) jokes. His journey in the comedy setting has been an interesting one but nothing can stop him from trying to achieve his dreams in growing WA comedy further. Colin is also performing at the upcoming Perth comedy festiva...

This episode I sat down with a former Australian Ninja Warrior competitor, Dave Ravi. Dave has a great story about how he came across the sport of ninja warrior and how this sparked a change in his 9 to 5 job to eventually open up his own gym dedicated to the sport here in Perth. Dave now assists others wanting to take up the sport as a hobby or competitively. He wants to see the best in others an...

This episode I sat down with a Fremantle Docker superstar, Mim Strom. Mim has made a solid impression at her time with Freo and she doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Mim is extremely passionate about her footy, but she is also pathing a way for the next lot of female athletes to come through the door as her and so many other women's players fight against the criticism that comes with t...