They Might Become Giants

Alex and Brandon are happy with the victory over North in Canberra, but can't shake the fact that there are still nine teams vying for eight finals spots with only two rounds remaining.  Alex talks Brandon through the little know NRL draft experiment in the early 90's, which Brandon surprisingly knows very little about.  This expansion cup game against Gold Coast is the biggest one yet a...

The boys are shell shocked after the absolute smashing at the hands of the Bulldogs, but are happy to be facing the Kangaroos down at our home away from home, Manuka Oval in Canberra.  To commemorate the occasion Alex tells Brandon the tale of 'The Shinboner of the Century' Glenn Archer.  Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecomegiant...

Brandon an Alex revel in the fact the Giants have ended the Swans season by their own hand. However, now their other eternal rival awaits at Marvel Stadium in the Bulldogs and the Giants will be without some key players for the pivotal clash.  To commemorate the occasion Alex tells the tale of (arguably) the greatest ever bulldog, EJ "Ted" Whitten or Mr Football himself.  Join us on Thur...

After a strong Giants win and another successful TMBG Watch Party, Alex takes Brandon back to school, and back in time, to the 'halcyon' days of University. They also look forward to this Friday's all-important home derby against the Sydney/South Melbourne Swans. Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecomegiants@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/liste...

Given it's a Thursday night game this week, we're releasing a little bit earlier than usual!  Alex and Brandon are elated with the true arrival of Aaron Cadman and the win over Geelong. Corsages were in abundance and Jeremy Cameron did nothing, so it's a good wee to be a Giants fan, with the injury decimated Bombers awaiting.  Alex the tells the story of the first Australian to trial out...

Alex and Brandon celebrate the Giants crushing victory over Producer Sam's hapless Eagles as the Giants charge back into the 8.  Given the Giants face the ever-present Geelong this weekend, Alex tells Brandon the story of the Giant who's departure still hurts to this day. While the Giants have lost many over the journey, this one was particularly hard for Alex to accept. This is the story of...

The lads are back from their bye week and are ready to take on The West Coast Eagles in some (rare) Friday night Footy!  Producer Sam regales his history of the West Coast Eagles and takes the guys back through the crazy days of 2001-2008.  Join us on Friday night at The Guildford Hotel   game against Producer Sam's hapless Eagles.  Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X...

The guys celebrate the extraordinary come from behind victory over Goal Coast in the expansion cup and ruminate on what it al means heading into the bye.  Brandon then tells the story of Israel Folau, who was an inaugural Giant but that is just the tip of the iceberg.  Join us in a couple of weeks time at The Guildford Hotel on the 4th of July for a (rare) Friday Night game against Produ...

Alex, Brandon and Producer Sam are finally back in the studio together as they celebrate The Giants much needed victory over Brisbane - in Brisbane no less!  In anticipation of the upcoming Expansion Cup game against Gold Coast, Alex tells Brandon the tale of the modern GOAT Gary Ablett Jr.  Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecomegi...

After a weekend of disappointment, Alex and Brandon pore over the Giants' recent poor form and the Tasmanian stadium debacle. Then Alex takes us North of the border, and back in time, to when the Gabbatoir was a Field of Dreams.  Join us back at the Guildford Hotel this Saturday from 1pm as we take on the Brisbane Lions.  Enter the draw to win a special giveaway prize courtesy of Sports...

The Giants were lucky enough to steal victory from the jaws of defeat against the Tigers and look to have farewelled a team legend. The boys preview the trip to the nation's cold capital against Port Adelaide and then look back on a part of AFL history that most hope to forget or struggle to remember. Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecomegi...

Producer Sam & Alex have fled to Nippon, leaving Brandon in charge of things back home. Thankfully, it's a home game against the cellar-dwelling Tigers. We commemorate Uncle Toby's 250th game and the great career/hairline of Kevin Bartlett. Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecomegiants@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Brandon has returned from <redacted> but Alex has departed to the land of the rising sun. We recorded this episode internationally with the boys covering the bitterly disappointing loss against Freo. However, they quickly turn their attention to the upcoming away game back at our true fortress, The Guildford Hotel.  Al then take Brandon through the divisive incident that occurred during...

Brandon is still away in <redacted>  so Alex is joined by longtime listener and watch party attendee who also happens to be a Freo fan, Matt Hardy. The guys talk through the weekend of footy just gone including the Giants epic win over Geelong. Alex then goes through the history of the Western Derbies in anticipation of the upcoming clash with the Dockers back at Engie Stadium (Producer...

Brandon is currently overseas in <redacted> and we attempted to do a remote recording, but unfortunately suffered a technical failure. Therefore Producer Sam steps in at the last second to chat through the very depressing loss in the Sydney Derby and preview the upcoming clash again Geelong.  Alex then pivots to a history about a different sport, in a different country which involves cu...

While its certainly not panic stations it has been far from the best couple of weeks for the Giants. Al and Brandon commiserate ANOTHER loss which leads to a brief conversation about the new Perth rugby League team.  The lads then gear up for the Sydney derby which leads to Al explaining the significance and history of Giants legend Callan Ward in his final season in orange.  Do it for C...

The boys are joined by the second American Giants fan (after Russell from Houston) they've ever encountered, who happens to be Dave Anthony from the legendary podcast The Dollop.  Dave explains how he became a Giants fan from LA after nearly being tricked into becoming a Saints fan by Charlie Clausen (ugh).  Alex then tells Brandon and Dave the story of Tom Leahy, the legendary ruckman f...

The boys celebrate another win as well as another successful watch party at the Guildford Hotel.  In anticipation of the Giant's battle with Adelaide (back in Adelaide, if you don't mind), Alex dives into the rich history of (arguably) the biggest rivalry in football, the showdown.  Join us once again the Guildford Hotel for our fourth watch party of the year!  Enter the draw on the...

The boys celebrate the demolition of Producer Sam's West Coast Eagles at the home of football, Engie Stadium. Darcy Jones is crowned an all time Giants icon and Brandon had a revelatory experience watching Jesse Hogan go about his business.  As the Giants head to South Australia for Gather Round to face the unexpectedly high flying Saints, Alex tells Brandon the extraordinary story of St Kild...

The boys commiserate after a tough loss down in Launceston to the rampaging Hawks.  Brandon puts in his tips for the round before Alex tells the tale of the legendary and silver tongued Dennis Cometti in anticipation of the upcoming clash with the Eagles back at Engie (the home of football).  Producer Sam (who is NOT looking forward to this game) and Alex then task Brandon with leveling...

The boys are back from the bye and are excited about the impending game of the round against the top placed Hawks in Tassy.  Alex quizzes Brandon about his tips for the coming round before telling him the story of Hawthorn legend Dermott Brereton, in anticipation of the upcoming clash.  Join us once again at The Guildford Hotel this Saturday night to watch this mouth watering match up.&n...

Alex and Brandon celebrate the incredible last minute victory off the boot of one of the unlikeliest of heroes (and most recent player profile on the pod).  Given it's a bye for the mighty Giants this week, Brandon steps up to the plate to deliver a surprising history about another (now defunct) NSW based team also called the Giants.  Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becom...

Alex and Brandon basque in the glory of another crushing win over Collingwood in Opening Round.  Alex gives a player profile of one of the ultimate journeymen of the AFL, Lachie Keefe after his valiant effort again Darcy Cameron on the weekend.  Brandon then learns all about the legend of Jim Stynes in anticipation of our upcoming clash with Melbourne.  Come and join us for our firs...

Brandon, Alex and Producer Sam are back for 2025 and couldn't be more excited.  Alex and Brandon talk through their off-seasons and announce a special prize for those who join us at Giants HQ on game day this Sunday. Special guest and Collingwood die-hard  Swoop Luke joins the pod to talk about the upcoming Opening Round clash.  Alex takes Brandon through how the AFL nearly had an L...

Join Brandon and Alex as they bid farewell to season 2024 of They Might Become Giants.  What a year it's been! A huge thanks  to everyone who has listened, sent in emails and especially those who have joined us at our watch parties this year. We can't wait to do it all again next season!  Follow us on: Insta: @theymightbecomegiants X: @becomegiantspod Or email us at: theymightbecome...