More than Footy

This week’s episode of ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee sees Leon Cameron, Executive GM - AFL Football jump onto the podcast ahead of his first Sydney Derby in the red and white. Cameron opens up on his move to the Swans, his relationship with senior coach John Longmire, and gives his thoughts on the coaching challenges facing non-Victorian teams in the AFL. KEY TOPICS2:00 when Leon first joined the Swans4:00 on leaning on his experience as a former player in his general manager role7:30 on Leon’s relationship with John Longmire13:00 on the coaching challenges facing non-Victorian teamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode of ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee features Australian super welterweight champion Nikita Tszyu, son of former world champion Kostya Tszyu, and younger brother of Tim. Ahead of his title defence fight on Wednesday night, Nikita reveals what his preparations look like, the influence his famous father had on his journey into the professional ring, and how his nickname ‘The Butcher’ came about. KEY TOPICS 4:25 the influence Nikita’s father Kostya Tszyu has had on his boxing career5:30 what Nikita’s preparations look like ahead of his title defence8:55 Nikita’s love of a Bonsai tree10:00 how Nikita’s nickname ‘The Butcher’ came about See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week ‘More than Footy’ is hosted by Sydney Swans Head of Media Tom Chadwick and Communications Manager Hayley Falkiner and they catch up with Brodie Grundy ahead of his 200th game milestone. Grundy opens up on the first time he met John Longmire, why his dog Sammy is struggling to fit into the Bondi lifestyle, and his big acting break. KEY TIMES1:20 on playing 200 games4:20 Sammy’s struggles with the Bondi lifestyle8:00 Brodie’s acting career9:15 Brodie’s relationship with John16:30 Adapting to different team personalities    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week ‘More than Footy’ catches up with newly re-signed midfielder James Rowbottom and exciting forward Will Hayward. The duo open up on the special connection building in the playing group that has helped them enjoy a strong start to the 2024 season. Rowbottom introduces us to ‘Bessie the Bus’ and Adelaide born Hayward talks about returning to his home state for Gather Round and reveals how he ended up with half a dozen guinea pigs during the Covid lockdown. KEY TOPICS1:40 – Rowy discusses his new four-year contract3:00 – Hayward on contract negotiations7:00 – Rowy introduces us to ‘Bessie the Bus’8:30 – Rowy tells us what it’s like living with Nick Blakey aka ‘The Lizard’11:30 – Will reveals how he came to own half a dozen guinea pigs18:00 – Will discusses how his business ‘Doozy’ with Ollie Florent came to life  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian actress Tammin Sursok joins us for Episode 2 of ‘More than Footy’ with a candid conversation on the highs and lows of fame, her love of AFL and how she came to walk through the doors of Sydney Swans HQ, and why her American accent is here to stay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kick off our new podcast with a candid chat to AFL coach John Longmire ahead of the 2024 season. Hear John’s thoughts on Buddy’s 1000th goal, the evolution of the game, and sharing the love of Gather Round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.