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On this weeks episode Not alot didn't go right on a technical front for us but didn't stop us it seemed. We briefly review the prelims and hand out the reports over Hawthorn and Collingwood and what they can do going into 2026 and moving forward, We believe Hawthorn are entering there window of premiership contention and how they got there drafting and recruitment spot on to be followed by other c...

On this week's episode, Bailey and Sam delve deep into what went wrong at the crows and suns camp in what halted there final run and as we go on we identify the issues there, Watch this space on this investigation how this unfolded for the 2 clubs. Reviewing the previous matches from the weekend is always the highlight of the podcast and this week was no different with an in depth breakdown of the...

Welcome back everyone. Sam's favorite person in the whole wide world wants out of the Essendon football club and Sam's not happy for this one small reason which you will know about very soon we hear from him with all these events going on. In other news we ask the big questions and answer the talking points coming out of the first week of finals, The umpiring, the chaos, the drama and the big mome...

It's the first day of September and it can only mean one thing the finals are nearing and what a buildup and week we have ahead of us with 4 big matchups to determine the pathway ahead for all 8 clubs and to set the tone for a big month ahead. We preview the matchups in depth, how the will be won and lost, the key players and so much more... Sam and Bailey also analyse the awards night including t...

On this daily episode we true something new and unpack the exit interview season with those free agents accepting new deals at other clubs, Testing the free agent market on their ambitions for next season for those that apply for a move and going over the All-Australian squad of 44 and breaking down some teams. Stay tuned for next week... Instagram: Unofficial_Insiders Unofficial Insiders  po...

On this week's episode Sam and Bailey are back in person after numerous technical issues over online calls but this time it's sweet and as good as that. We begin with talking about the round that was for the final time in the Home and Away season looking at the fallout from the dogs just about missing finals why is this the case with this list? The dockers fairytale that is making the finals throu...

On this episode of the Jamison Shea series as this is part 2 and the final episode. Bailey speaks to Jamison about his journey not making it at AFL level while playing good footy for St Marys. Reliving some of his memories debuting in the VFL for Footscray as an 18 year old coming up from the northern knights in the TAC cup and all the ups and downs that involved to help him get to where he is tod...

On this week's episode we recorded a full episode prior to this only for a shutdown to erase our previous recording we briefly touch on Round 23 that was we discuss what this loss for Fremantle means for Justin Longmuir how will it do them psychologically ahead of a do or die Round 24 clash with the Bulldogs, Could the Collingwood hoodoo that Adelaide have cracked be a good thing for Collingwood t...

On this episode we are doing something different and aiming to take our platform even furthur, Bailey catches up with Gold Coast VFL Superstar Jamison Shea talking all things behind the scenes at the Gold Coast camp, How players are expected to adjust and evolve as the game changes week by week as the years go by, Whether if the umpiring in the game is going to a more safer level to avoid long ter...

Unfortunately not all the episode made the cut but Sam and Bailey went over there round 22 recap and of course what went wrong with the pies and how good did the hawks play, Sam thoughts after a 10th lose in a row in a tough year for Essendon and why this currant finals prospect has a shade of Baileys club. Stay tuned for it all or well at least what you hear... Instagram: Unofficial_Insiders Unof...

On this weeks episode on what was a 2nd take for the episode this week after a Sam Blunder with the recording. We dissect all the fallout from Round 21 and what it means for Collingwoods push this season after 3 out of 4 loses. We also look at Adelaide and declaring them as the premiership favorites potentially but they need to get over some hurdles first before anything. We then look at some thin...

On this weeks Episode Sam and Bailey break down what happened in the last quarter for Melbourne that lead to Nasiah winning it all from the saints in the greatest comeback from 3QT ever! We also discuss once again whether if we want more characters in the game referencing Bailey Smith taunting some innocent North Melbourne Fans and the Toby Greene, Jake Stringer and Tom Papley antics, Thanks Toby...

On this week's episode. Sam and Bailey both dial in virtually to review the fallout of Round 19 including the controversies, good and bad performances and the reality checks that were given to some clubs including Baileys in his pies on Sunday. We also go through the big moments that happened throughout the round and what would've pleased coaches, what was laughed at in the round and who is enteri...

On this weeks episode which for the first time being virtual. Sam and Bailey go through all the big talking points that was out of Round 18 as we need to go through coaching moves that happened through the weekend that may shape a teams season especially those in a race for the 8 and a potential premiership. We also talk about the Ton De Koning debate and further proof that Carlton have a life wit...

On this weeks episode it's very bitter sweet as it will likely be Bailey's last in person podcast with Sam before Bailey makes goes overseas for a few weeks and then moves to Queensland indefinitely, Very sad indeed. Onto the footy talk we Recap Round 17 in alot of depth going through game by game as always. We also explore the possibilities of the in season tournament being presented as Andrew Di...

On this weeks episode we celebrate the ending of the bye rounds for 2025. With that in mind we review Round 16 in all its glory and highlight the key moments, highlights and standouts of players as well as some absurd calls if you hear them. We talk MRO over the Tom Lynch impending suspension at the time and Why this season is suddenly dead from the ladder and then we preview Round 17 and why is t...

On this weeks episode Sam and Bailey talk about once again what can be done differently with these bye rounds going forward beyond this year as it is really dragging and stopping any momentum of the season and that shows with the games this weekend. We recap everything that occurred out of round 15: Was Geelong's lose a bad night and can this kickstart a big back end to the season Are certain club...

On this weeks episode Bailey and Sam go through what there spotlight moment of the week is and what needs to be eyed over for the weekend and what's ahead. Onto the footy talk we talk about the Tassie debate. Was it overblown or is there something too it, We say there is nothing. We also discuss the Upside of teams looking to threaten as we head towards the second half and back end of the season a...

On this weeks episode, Prior to leaving for the MCG to the Kings birthday clash. Sam and Bailey sat down to go over there talking points from the round that has been as well as an introduction to a new segment which you shall wait for... We went over the MRO calls from Stewart and Durham and what it means as one has been suspended officially (prior to recording the verdict wasn't out) and to one t...

On this weeks episode Bailey and Sam talk about some of the highs and lows from the round and casting there minds back over the Round 12 highlights. Bailey finally admits that Collingwood really are flag favorites and Sam just has to cop it now sadly for him. We talk about the race for the 8 and who is in it or not some disagreements which is always good and then previewing the round of the year s...

On this week with starting from the top and going all the way back to Thursday reviewing the game that was where Geelong took win leaving the Bulldogs with questions over there flag contention worthiness, it was followed with a Dreamtime game that felt like you were watching 2 teams in a completely different league and it begged the question whether if the evanish is widening in the competition. A...

On this weeks episode we begin with the usual chit chat which lead into some of our favorite indigenous players in honor of indigenous round. We continued with the weekly review of all games in quite some depth we are nearly at the halfway mark of the home and away season which is crazy.  We also replace the Rant segment with a new name for the segment which you need to listen to hear it and...

On this week's episode Bailey and Sam go Through the epic round that was going thorough highlights of each game and breaking down the contrasts for each side as well as talking about where each team sits leading into the halfway mark of the season and who we think is good or not ha-ha. We also talk about draws in the game and how to deal with them as well as some rants and laugh along the way. We...

On this weeks episode we celebrate the podcasts double digit birthday Yip Yip Hooray. Onto more important points of discussion we talk about what is wrong with Fremantle at the moment and what the outcome is if more of those performances continue following a disappointing display. We talk about some things we both weren't happy during the Collingwood v Geelong game and what upset Sam at the end of...

On this week's episode of the unofficial insiders, we go through the highlights about Round 7 and talk all things Collingwood and Essendon. We talk about what this means for Nick Daicos and his future as the potential captain and the team that could be built around him in the coming years. We talk about some emerging clubs breaking through into the premiership hunt while going through Rants and Ra...