More than Footy

Sydney Swans AFLW assistant coach Lachie Hunter reflects on the season so far, including the side's losses to Collingwood and GWS, his journey to the club, and the lessons he has learned along the way. Key Times: 0.17: Reflection on the last two weeks 0.41: Recapping the loss to the Giants1.04: On the learning curve of the last few weeks 1.25: On the record crowd at Henson Park 2:16: On his role as backline coach 2.54: On lessons learnt as assistant coach 3.28: On the message ahead of the side's match against the Crows3.52: On the transition from Melbourne to Sydney4.20: On the joys of coaching 4.41: On the relationship with Mark & Jarrad McVeigh5.19: Looking back on his playing career6.39: His future coaching aspirations 6.50: Where the Swans are sitting against the other teams7.20: Rapid fire favourites ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW defenders Zippy Fish and Jas Grierson. The pair discuss Zippy's Rising Star nomination, their friendship and the AFLW Indigenous Round over the next two weekends.  Key Times: 0.22 Zippy's Rising Star nomination2.22 Thoughts on the opening two rounds2.53 On their friendship4.05 On Zippy's upbringing in the Newman5:35 On Zippy's nicknames6.57 On AFLW Indigenous Round8.36 On the number 239.18 On Zippy's aunty designing player boots for Indigenous Round10.15 Jas on the evolution of AFLW over ten seasons12.05 Life outside of footy13.14 On the upcoming game against the Cats14.40 Rapid-fire favourites  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans defender Nick Blakey ahead of his 150th AFL game. Blakey chats about what the milestone means for him and his journey to where he is now. Key Times: 0.20: What 150 games means to him1:59 On his relationship with John Longmire4:41 On his time in the QBE Sydney Swans Academy6:06 On Dean Cox8.28 On his life outside of football9.46: On his off-season travel plans10:13 On living with James Rowbottom 10:51 On the upcoming game against the Cats11:36 Rapid fire favourites ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW co-captain Chloe Molloy. She reveals that she will feature in the side's practice match against Brisbane on Saturday, who she's excited to play with this season, Pride Game at the SCG on Saturday and more. Key Times: 1.27: Chloe reveals she will play in the AFLW practice match against Brisbane on Saturday02:07 Who she is most excited to play with this season3:42 On Ally Morphett4:44 On Zippy Fish5:40 On Pride Game at the SCG8:11: On life outside of footy10:57 On her expectations for the season ahead12:00 Rapid-fire questions  ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Sydney Swans defender Tom McCartin and his brother, former Swans player Paddy.  The brothers speak about Paddy's abrupt retirement from AFL, their brotherly bond and Paddy's advocacy work living with diabetes.  Key Times: 0:34 Reviewing the season so far2.07 Tom on playing forward and back4.11 Paddy on what he does now5.07 On Paddy's advocacy work living with diabetes7.47 On how Paddy's career ended due to concussion10.43 On how Paddy has adjusted to life after footy11.20 On their brotherly bond12.17 On Tom's off-season plans14.05 On moving in together14.55 On Tom's interest in Real Estate16.24 On their brother Charlie17.41 Swans fan questions ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are joined by Sydney Swans AFLW recruit Lulu Pullar. She speaks on a range of topics, including her new life in Sydney, her work as a doctor in Alice Springs, and how she is settling into her new club. Key Times: 0:58 Pre-season and favourite part of Sydney Swans HQ02:46 On her injury setbacks04:58 On her transition to Sydney05:38 Dog parent and rental setbacks08:18 On her work in the emergency department in Alice Springs over the off-season09:04: Dreamtime Academy14:58 On her transition from professional soccer to AFL17:55 Rapid-fire questions  ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate the second week of the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls Round, we speak to Sydney Swans Indigenous Strategy and Player Development Manager Jarred Hodges. He speaks about his role at the club, the importance of the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls Round and the club's First Nations Academy and trips to Maningrida in Arnhem Land. KEY TIMES0.54 On his role at the club2.41 On the all-club cultural session7.12 On the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls round8.21 On the club's trips to Maningrida11.19 On the importance of a welcome to country 13.17: On his journey to the Swans 18.35 On his favourite First Nations Athlete19.56 On the club's First Nations Academy ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by Swans defender James Jordon. He speaks about his 100th game milestone, growing up a Swans fan, his Premiership with Melbourne and his role as a lockdown defender for the Swans.  KEY TIMES0.40 On his 100 game milestone1.10 On his journey to the AFL2.10 On growing up a Swans fan4.26 On his premiership with Melbourne5.10 On his trade to Sydney6.40 On his role as a lockdown defender7.55 On the hardest opponent he's come up against8.49 On his favourite goal9.25 On Sir Doug Nicholls Round10.15 Life outside footy11.40 Rapid Fire Favourites ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off a two-year contract extension, we are joined by Swans superstar Chad Warner. The midfielder speaks about the moment he decided to stay at the Harbour City, the reason behind his decision and the upcoming Sydney Derby. KEY TIMES0:51 On when he decided to stay1:57 When he told Errol3:02 What about the Swans made him feel at home4:28 On his relationship with Dean Cox  6:50 On why he wanted to stay7:50 On the team's current form8:55 On the team's review of the loss against the Gold Coast9:50 On the Sydney Derby14:41 Rapid fire favourites  ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee, features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by former Sydney Swans Senior Coach John Longmire. He speaks on a range of topics, including life after coaching, how he knew it was time to step away, and his new role at the Club.  KEY TIMES0:40 Life after coaching2:00 On his new role at the Club4:40 On his off-season travels 6:20 How he decided it was time to step away from coaching  10:45 On Dean Cox13:42 The most fulfilling part of his time coaching at the Swans15:51 On the opportunity to say thanks at Sydney's clash with Port on Easter Sunday18:29 Rapid fire favourites ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee, features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy we catch up with Ollie Florent and Will Hayward to talk all things Gather Round, coaches, holidays with the boys and getting drafted together. KEY TIMES0:35 Thoughts on the Gather Round kit1:37 North Melbourne preview2:06 On playing against Luke Parker2:59 On the start to the season3:42 On Coxy's first win4:50 On the coaching transition6:45 On being drafted together8:15 On the bond with each other's families10:15 On their business "Doozy"13:26 On AFL State of Origin 15:22 On what they get up to in the off-season16:22 Quick fire favourites  ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swans midfielder Errol Gulden has spoken for the first time since he fractured his ankle in Sydney's pre-season match against the Gold Coast.  Speaking on the latest episode of "More than Footy" presented by Bing Lee, Gulden revealed the moment he knew he had hurt himself.  In the full episode, Errol gives an insight into what rehab will look like going forward, discusses his stance on pre-season games, his love for International Rules and his advice for teammate Chad Warner.  KEY TIMES(0:50) His first few weeks post-injury(1:49) His current rehabilitation program (2:10) The moment the injury happened(3.20) His stance on pre-season matches(4.44) On State of Origin and International Rules(6:11) Life outside of footy(9:57) Advice for Chad Warner(12:48) On the start to the season (15:40) Rapid fire favouritesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of our podcast, More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee is now LIVE! This week on More than Footy we are joined by Sydney Swans CEO Tom Harley who chats about how he spent his off-season, how the coaching transition from John Longmire to Dean Cox played out, Chad Warner's contract, the 2024 Grand Final and the expansion of the AFL to Tasmania and the Northern Territory.  Please note: This episode was recorded right on the eve of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. KEY TIMES1:15 How Harley spent his off-season 4:00 The senior coach transition from John Longmire to Dean Cox12:00 On Chad Warner 14:00 Reflecting on the 2024 Grand Final 16:40 The expansion of the AFL to Tasmania and the Northern Territory19:10 Rapid fire favourites ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are back to launch season two of More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee! New Sydney Swans senior coach Dean Cox jumps onto the podcast to chat about his new role, how he told his family, balancing the transition amongst the players, some of his off-field ventures and challenges of being tall! Plus we kick off a brand new segment for the season with some rapid fire favourites.. there is no sitting on the fence! ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy. presented by Bing Lee, Sydney Swans star Isaac Heeney sits down with teammate and best mate Robbie Fox to chat about his upcoming 200th game milestone. The duo share how their bromance begun, Heeney opens up on the suspension that ruled him out of Brownlow contention and Foxy reveals why it took him 11 months to propose to now fiancé Bec. KEY TIMES0.40 – How the Fox & Heeney bromance begun2.00 Fox reflects on his 100th game milestone3.00 Heeney reflects on his career to date ahead of his 200th game milestone4.30 On THAT Isaac Heeney hanger8.00 Heeney opens up on his first ever AFL suspension11.00 Fox shares why it took him 11 months to pop the question ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, we are joined by one of the biggest names in the history of Australian Swimming – Michael Klim. With Olympic medals in every colour and 21 world records to his name, it’s hard to believe that Klim is now in a battle with the body that once carried him to such incredible success. In more recent times, Klim has had to harness all his courage, his competitive spirit and elite mindset as he battles a life-changing diagnosis. TIMES1:30 Klim’s highlight of the 2024 Olympics3:00 Klim reflects on Sydney 2000 memories5:50 The famous air guitar celebrations7:55 Klim’s CIDP diagnosis12:15 how a plasma treatment is helping Klim live with CIDP14:30 Klim’s connection to the Sydney SwansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More then Footy we are joined by Nike General Manager and Vice President Ashley Reade. With nearly 20 years at the global brand, Ashley gives us an insight into where Sydney Swans HQ sits amongst other sporting giants around the world, as well as some of the highlights and challenges that have come with leading a team through some of the world’s biggest sporting events. ‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​ KEY TIMES2:20 How Swans HQ rates against facilities around the world3:15 Reade on his early SANFL career5:26 Reade on his nearly 20 year career at Nike6:50 The challenges and highlights throughout Reade’s career at Nike9:15 Why it’s important for sporting brands to get behind women’s sport11:00 The athletes that have left Reade starstruckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee, we speak to Kath Koschel, who’s story is one of extraordinary resilience, and kindness. At just 37 years of age, Kath has had to endure more challenges than one person would experience in a lifetime – having her cricket career cut short by injury, learning to walk again, not once but twice, and losing the love of her life. Kath’s mission is to make the world a better place through kindness, one small act at a time. Her philosophy is that the single notion of someone believing in us can mean so much, a message she is spreading through her non-profit organisation, Kindness Factory. KEY TIMES 3:00 Kath opens up on the time she broke her back playing cricket 5:00 Kath’s uphill battle in rehab after almost losing her leg in a surgery mishap 7:00 Kath meets the love of her life in rehab 11:30 How Kath pulled herself out of rockbottom after losing Jim 17:30 The moment Kath was forced to learn to walk, for the second time. 20:00 Kath comes face to face with the drunk driver that almost cost her life 23:00 The beginning of The Kindness Factory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on More than Footy Rebecca Skilton joins Hayley Falkiner & Nick Davis to chat through her favourite footy memories as the granddaughter of Bloods legend Bob Skilton. From tales of Bobby in a cherry picker to that time Bobby almost became a cricketer, well as what Bobby’s thoughts are on the new Sydney Swans HQ facilities. KEY TIMES2:00 Bek on what it was like growing up with a famous Grandfather4:00 that time Bobby saved a family from drowning5:30 Bobby choosing between cricket and AFL8:30 Why Bobby entered athletics carnivals11:30 comparing facilities back in Bobby’s day to the Sydney Swans HQSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode of ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee, features one of the biggest bands in Australasia, Six60. We chat with two of the band members - Matiu Walters and Chris Mac – and find out the origins of the band,  their love of the Sydney Swans and their ambitions to play at the AFL Grand Final!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.