Zero Hanger AFL Podcast

The Hitout boys have come up with a plan after blowing up the AFL and starting from scratch - changing the fixture, rules and laws, and the AFL trade and draft periods to improve the competition. Also discussed this week is Collingwood’s next captain, Essendon’s coaching search, and Kevin Sheedy’s bizarre crowd moment. Plus, the boys are tested on their Brownlow knowledge. The Hitout AFL Podcast i...

The boys go head-to-head on the Brayden Maynard umpire contact saga, seeing differently on what the right outcome from the MRO should have been. 2026's most disappointing team is revealed, while their cross-town rival could be the biggest influence on this year’s AFL premiership race. Plus, Stevo reveals the club keen on an Australian cricket star as a potential category B rookie, the AFL’s duckin...

Diggers and Stevo discuss Fremantle’s crushing victory over the weekend. In contrast, the Eagles’ poor performance has raised questions about the squad taking a ‘step back’. PLUS Diggers gives us his take on if he prefers the 2013 Fremantle Grand Final squad or the current 2026 squad. This and more on this week’s episode of The Outer Wing Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking p...

With the AFL season finding some parity at the conclusion of the bye rounds, The Hitout crew lodge their ladder predictions to see who will make, and who will miss, the top 10. Joined by the Unpluggered Podcast’s Darren Parkin, the boys also dive into the state of St Kilda as Ross Lyon’s men look to hold onto their hopes of a finals return. Plus, the team weigh up their own club’s success against...

Another disastrous performance from Essendon has Harf and Stevo looking at the state of the Bombers and what’s changed under interim coach Dean Solomon. Amid the Dons’ coaching search, Stevo flags a shock current senior coach as a name who should be in the race for the job at Tullamarine. Plus, the Carlton defender who should be the Rising Star favourite, how Zak Butters is getting through his fre...

Diggers and Stevo discuss whether Justin Longmuir is “gettable”, the Top 5 Masterstroke WA recruits, and preview the upcoming action for round 16.  Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on the first episode of The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch. RECORDED: 24/06/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on socia...

This week on The Hitout, the boys unveil three VERY different mid-year All-Australian teams for 2026, with all three following a different format for selection (standard, stats-based and per club). The team also discuss the AFL’s floated potential fixture changes for 2028 and beyond, when finishing lower on the ladder can be better, and the league’s ‘aura’ issue. Plus, Phoenix takes the lead on an...

Carlton coach Josh Fraser has the Blues humming five games into his interim stint, with the situation beginning to raise questions over whether the club should begin to seriously consider their caretaker for the permanent job. Stevo delivers some “strong mail” on the Collingwood leader who could edge out Nick Daicos as the Magpies’ next captain, and the boys dissect the issues with St Kilda after...

Fremantle are looking to bring star midfielder Caleb Serong back into the squad this week. The Dockers continue their streaky form as their list poses the question of whether their current list is the best in the club’s history. PLUS Jake Waterman’s kicking woes continue as the Eagles lose in a tight shootout with the Kangaroos. Diggers also names the players that West Coast should trade for.  Mar...

This week’s news segment on The Hitout flows into a deep dive on Collingwood’s AFL trade plans given the Magpies’ links to Brisbane superstar Lachie Neale on a floated mouth-watering deal. The boys debate whether the AFL should have shuffled Sunday’s St Kilda vs GWS game to avoid a clash with the Socceroos, and check in on where everyone’s Teams Draft chances sit after 14 rounds - with some potent...

Having surpassed the midway mark of the 2026 AFL season, Harf and Stevo rank their top five players in the competition, with some surprising selections and snubs arising from both lists. The boys debate Paul Curtis’ three-game suspension for a dangerous tackle on Hamish Davis, and whether the AFL should have moved Sunday’s fixture to avoid a clash with Australia’s opening game at the World Cup. Pl...

West Coast are facing some time without Reuben Ginbey after another ‘frustrating’ loss. Fremantle continue their flawless run, but can Mason Cox keep his spot in this finals-bound side? PLUS Diggers give us his top 3 least affordable players to lose. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on the first episode of The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

After his successful plea to Kysaiah Pickett last year, Phoenix has written a poem for the Melbourne superstar off the back of his King’s Birthday heroics. The team also debate the best solution to fixing the AFL’s latest dilemma after Harry McKay’s set-shot routine caused a stir, and Mitch has an interesting concept for clubs looking to appoint a new senior coach. Plus, Phoenix and Aidan are task...

The Six Points boys had plenty to discuss off the back of thrilling long weekend of footy, with the round culminating with the King’s Birthday affair. Melbourne secured a close win, with Collingwood’s Nick Daicos dilemma standing out once more in the loss. Sunday’s hitout between Carlton and Essendon added to a controversial weekend, with Harf and Stevo debating just how much the Bombers would nee...

Fremantle continue to put their case forward as the ‘real deal’ and Diggers praises their ‘professional’ attitude towards their winning culture, while Stevo questions Caleb Serong’s calf treatment. Stevo also claims the West Coast Essendon game was the “worst game of footy I’ve ever seen”, but it shows proof that the young Eagles are growing up before our eyes.  Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tack...

With Carlton humming under interim coach Josh Fraser, The Hitout team look at the Blues as a potential finals contender, with Phoenix also raising how well they’ve suited up against Geelong in recent history, as well as when - or what - the AFL’s ‘jumping the shark’ moment is. The boys also discuss the best and worst roles in football, the Demons ‘trading’ their Alice Springs game, and an investig...

It was a tale of mixed fortune for Essendon and Carlton as they move through the middle of the season with interims coaches, as the Bombers’ “boat race” of a coaching search continues to take headlines, and the Blues caused a major upset over Geelong to claim their third win in as many games since parting with Michael Voss. St Kilda has found itself in a “dead zone” after another defeat, and Brisb...

A day on from Brad Scott’s sacking at Essendon, The Hitout team go through what could come next for the Bombers ahead of what is sure to be a fascinating coaching search. With James Hird strongly linked, the boys debate whether the Essendon champion should be a leading candidate for the job, as well as whether the Bombers role is as appealing as the Carlton one. Plus, is there such thing as ’loss...

Fremantle are now outright premiership favourites according to TabTouch. And did the Eagles just have their best performance under McQualter? PLUS Digby and Stevo rank the most underrated West Coast and Fremantle players. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on the first episode of The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch. RECORDED: 27/05/2026 For all your...

Senior Editor Mark Stevens and Aidan Cellini react to the end of Brad Scott's tenure as Essendon Senior Coach. For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media: NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHanger FB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHanger X: https://x.com/zerohanger TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohanger YT: https...

Stevo flags another in-game drama that saw 27 seconds count down while play should’ve been stopped late into the Bulldogs’ close win over the Demons. The “necessary evil” of North Melbourne selling homes games to WA clubs could be what keeps the Kangaroos from contending. The young West Coast forward that has Harf VERY excited. And do the Bombers and Suns have excuses for their shock defeats in Ro...

Fremantle continue to impress in their pursuit of ten straight wins, while West Coast could possibly spoil Scott Pendlebury’s record-breaking game and is it already time for Harley Reid to become the captain of the Eagles? PLUS Diggers names his top 5 best West Australian players. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on the first episode of The Outer Wing, b...

After spending the weekend at Marvel Stadium, Phoenix has some shares his gripes with the venue to kick-off the show. With the week all about Scott Pendlebury, the boys discuss the 433 jumper saga, and who could be the next player to break the games record. Plus, our All-Australian locks, and being a ‘fly on the wall’ during some past AFL events and moments. The Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s...

A poor showing at the MCG against Fremantle has mounted more pressure on Essendon coach Brad Scott, who could be set for a tenure-defining clash with Richmond for the annual Dreamtime clash this week. Stevo reveals a Geelong gun’s ACL injury may have happened “off the park”, while Carlton get some praise for their first showing since Michael Voss’ resignation. Plus, some AFL broadcasting pet peeve...

Stevo and Diggers discuss whether Luke Jackson is the All-Australian ruckman right now, and Harry Edwards’ concussion and what that means for the West Coast backline. Plus, which West Australian products could be in the seat for the new Carlton coaching vacancy and Diggers gives his list of best home ground advantages in the AFL. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in...