The Footy Phil

After 192 games, Phil Davis has announced his retirement from the AFL. And after 138 episodes, the final episode of The Footy Phil is here and it's a bumper episode to go out on.0:00: We reflect on the birth of The Footy Phil3:40: Phil reflects on this week and his final VFL game last weekend6:30: When Phil retired for the first time last year16:05: Phil's greatest learnings24:33: What's next for Phil28:27: Alicia's tribute30:19: Does Phil regret playing on this season?37:27: What he learned becoming captain at 21 and the influence of Callan Ward44:10: His favourite footy memories45:11: The kidney injury that almost forced him out of the game50:57: Reflecting on the 2019 Grand Final52:45: His favourite opponent to play on54:37: We end with a bit of footy chat - The finals scenario, the score review and which GIANTS make the All Australian teamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s getting to the business end of the season which means schedules are impossible, but we’ve still done our best to bring you a new episode of The Footy Phil featuring Phil Davis, Alicia Eva, Alison Zell and special guests Callan Ward and Adam Kennedy.  What's On: 0:00: Welcome back to a new month and it’s the sixth episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with plenty happening and plenty of special guests.  1:29: A GIANTS update – We re-cap a huge week and a huge month since our last episode in the midst of a seven-game winning streak, what the scenario is for the final three games of the season and where Phil is up to.  13:15: All the latest from across the AFLW world as the girls return to the field for the first time in season 2023 as they get set to play a practice match against the Power this weekend.  31:27: It’s an original GIANT takeover as Phil is joined by Callan Ward and Adam Kennedy for a very fun chat.  44:42 It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's plenty of new faces (and voices) as The Footy Phil returns with fill-in co-host Adam Kennedy joining Phil Davis and Alison Zell, as well as special guest Jason Gillbee. What's On:0:00: Welcome back to a new month and the fifth episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with a fill-in guest co-host, Adam Kennedy.3:08: A GIANTS update - Phil catches us up on his rehab and return, Adam talks about his new role as a VFL coach and we assess what's gone right over the past month, with the GIANTS winning four of their past five.18:29: All the latest from across the AFL world. We chat about the ladder after 17 rounds and the path to finals, the clarity over the dangerous tackle, Damien Hardwick's departure and Phil puts his AFLPA hat on to fill us in on the AFLW CBA.30:39: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week's guest is one of the newest but one of the most famous as we welcome rookie Jason Gillbee to the podcast.44:53 It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode, including a very special Ashes-inspired shout out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's four months into the footy season and time for a mid-season check-in. Phil Davis, Alicia Eva and Alison Zell dissect the 'green shoots' at the GIANTS, a mid-season report card for across the AFL comp and we catch up with one of our favourites in Adam Kennedy.0:00: Another month, another Footy Phil in a season going simultaneously fast and slow.1:45: It's time to check in on the new-look GIANTS in season 2023 - we review both the AFL and VFL teams' starts to the season with plenty of 'green shoots' to be found.14:00: We run our eye over the AFL comp with a mid-season report card featuring our favourite teams and players to watch so far this year.26:20: One of our favourites is back at the club and back on the mic with Adam Kennedy as he chats about his tough surgery, the recovery, a present he got from the backline group and what he's hoping to focus on for the rest of the season.36:57: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Footy Phil is back for a seventh season and it's already May. It's budget time, it's a third of the way through the AFL season and it's time for the third episode of the year.0:00: Welcome back to a new month and the third episode of The Footy Phil for season 2023 with the whole gang here this week.3:56: A GIANTS update - a third of the way through the season, we assess the performances of the AFL and VFL sides and talk about two topical (and favourite) players; Tom Green and Jack Buckley.15:39: All the latest across the AFL world in a month busy with announcements: Gather Round, the Tassie team, the new AFL CEO, the MRO and Tribunal and booing is all on the agenda.31:20: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week's guest is one of the newest as we welcome number one draft pick Aaron Cadman to the podcast.45:11: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week as we wrap up this week's episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second episode of the new season, we review the GIANTS' first four weeks, chat about another setback for Phil, get some thoughts on Gather Round, consistency at the Tribunal and find out more about Finn Callaghan.0:00: The trio is finally back together.1:22: We dissect the first month for the GIANTS - the good, the bad and the consistent. We talk about some young draftees as well as the players that have impressed so far. We also chat to Phil about another setback he's had to endure.16:06: All the latest across the AFL world as the AFL prepares for Gather Round in the City of Churches. We chat about the teams that have impressed and the teams that have ... not. We also chat about what players wants from umpires, the MRO and Tribunal and how to make players change their behaviour.32:13: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the club and this week we're joined by young gun Finn Callaghan. He shares some fun facts about himself as well as who he lives with and who he looks up to at the club.37:58: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations and teammates of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Footy Phil is back for a seventh season! Entering his 15th year in the AFL, Phil Davis will be joined by AFLW captain and development coach Alicia Eva as well as GIANTS Head of Media, Content and Communications Alison Zell each month across the season to dissect the latest happenings in the GIANTS - and AFL - world.In the first episode of the new season, Alicia is absent while she graduates from a Masters of Psychology (a constant overachiever) so Alison and Phil preview the 2023 season - a season of new.0:00: Welcome to the new season, Fun Facts of the Week6:00: The new GIANTS: Adam Kingsley, his coaching staff, what he's brought in his short time at the club, what the GIANTS' game style will look like and who are Phil's picks for All Australian, Kevin Sheedy Medallist and leading goal kicker?22:30: All the latest across the AFL world as the countdown to the first bounce of the season is on - We preview the season, cover off all the major awards, talk about the impact of a fourth umpire and the latest news in protecting players from concussion.33:30: Each week we'll introduce GIANTS fans to new faces at the GIANTS but for this week only we're chatting to an old(er) face - An open and honest Phil speaks about how close he was to retirement, why he chose to play on and what he hopes to get out of this year.43:30: It's the Final Countdown - Recommendations, Teammates of the Week and a shout out to GIANTS Netball who kick off their season this week too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Footy Phil wraps up for season 2022 as Phil, Alicia and Alison go on a wander through the year. They wrap up the 2022 season on-field for the GIANTS, talk about the positive to talk out of the season but Phil tells fans to be "disappointed not despondent".  The team also cover off the finals series, naming their grand finalists, premiers, Norm Smith Medallists and Brownlow winner. Alicia then talks about the AFLW pre-season and the players to watch as the NAB AFLW Season Seven kicks off this Sunday for the GIANTS, taking on the Western Bulldogs at IKON Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00: Welcome It's a Thursday miracle as we're all in the studio together! Fun Facts of the Week (animal themed) 5:45: From the West of the Town A VFL review and the fight for finals What we're lacking at the moment - but remember, "football's played by humans" What can be fixed in a short period A Super Saturday! 12:13: Around the Grounds The bold Carlton statement ... It's still anyone's game 19:48: Phil Me In - Phil on Eddie 22:16: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Alicia, Alyce and Emily Recommendations: - Get a dog- Colleen Hoover novels- Alberto's Lounge in Surry Hills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team's back together and back in business for a bumper episode of The Footy Phil. We chat where the team's at, who wants the final finals spot and why we just love a debutant (particularly this week). 0:00: Welcome A Phil update What's keeping Alicia busy Fun Facts of the Week 11:44: From the West of the Town A GIANTS check in Where the VFL's at Two big Sydney Derbies and why ladder position doesn't matter 20:20: Around the Grounds The race for the eight - who wants the final spot? A dissection of the finals moments of the Collingwood-Essendon game The remarkable CV of Joel Selwood ahead of his 350th game 40:22: Phil Me In - We just love a debut 48:01: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Braydon Preuss, Pepa Randall, Jacob Wehr Recommendations: Leek's debutant speech (https://www.gwsgiants.com.au/video/1183315/leek-aleer-to-debut?videoId=1183315&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1658991763252) and Daisy's response (https://www.sen.com.au/news/2022/07/21/pearce-replies-to-commentary-criticism/) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alicia's back! But in iso ... welcome to another edition of The Footy Phil. 0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Alicia’s in iso … Fun Facts of the Week 8:10: From the West of the Town The Hawks win The big wet Callum Brown’s inclusion Taking on the Power 17:15: Around the Grounds Are we seeing a new Premiership contender? The games that matter Health and Safety protocols are back - good/bad? 26:30: Phil Me In - Coaches Being Backed In 29:00: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Lachie Ash, Sam Jacob, the AFLW team check in Recommendations: Alicia takes over: music, book and TV show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil and Alison (sans Alicia) are back with the latest episode of The Footy Phil with AFLW draft-themed fun facts, Phil's first game under Mark McVeigh and the one club, three teams mentality.0:00: Welcome Remote and missing a member but still here for some fun Fun Facts of the Week - AFLW draft themed 3:39: From the West of the Town Phil's experience being back on field His first game under Mark McVeigh Were there any nerves? What can we take into this week? The kids are taking over 13:13: Around the Grounds What a round of footy as we re-cap round 15 What a round of footy (this weekend) Should a red card or sin bin be introduced? Now it's time to make your move - win games and make finals 22:45: Phil Me In - One club, three teams We chat about GIANTS Netball's heart-breaking final seconds loss in the Preliminary final and how the involvement of netball and AFLW changes the environment of the club. 26:55: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Braydon Preuss, Lachie Ash, the rehab team and Jacob Hopper Recommendations: Friday Night Lights, fresh flowers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trio reunite for the latest episode of The Footy Phil featuring a GIANT return, playing offensive footy and a mutual love of musicals. 0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Alicia’s back! Fun Facts of the Week 6:40: From the West of the Town The shootout Playing offensive football What Sunday’s game might look like Guess who’s back … The mental drain of the past 12 weeks 13:39: Around the Grounds Melbourne v Brisbane What a round of footy They’ve drawn us back in 20:15: Phil Me In - VFL 27:21: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Callan Ward, Alicia Eva Recommendations:- Lisbon (the city)- The Wild Atlantic Way (Ireland)- Throw something out if you’re only 50/50 (life advice)- Go see Moulin Rouge (the musical) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Footy Phil is (finally) back and while Alicia takes a well-deserved European holiday, Phil and Alison dissect the new-look GIANTS, chat about the blockbuster Bulldogs clash and provide an exciting update on Phil's return to the field. 0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the Week 4:00: From the West of the Town The Brisbane and North wins The impact of changing things Maintaining freshness The Bulldogs rivalry 12:33: Around the Grounds Fight MND game The pressure on number one picks AFLW pre-season begins 20:03: Phil Me In - Bye rounds 24:49: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week 4:36: From the West of the Town Changes we saw/liked Managing illness Different voices - Phil on bench VFL report 18:15: Around the Grounds Are we bored of footy? The benefit of two byes Umpire blaming Footy’s an entertainment product 28:15: Phil Me In - The career transition post-football from an AFL and AFLW perspective 40:43: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week: Jacob Wehr x 2, Nicola Barr Recommendations: - Harry’s House by Harry Styles- The American (movie and book)- The Staircase documentary on NetflixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team are back with the latest episode of The Footy Phil. Wholesome and uplifting fun facts of the week, Phil gives us an insight into what's changed under the McVeigh era and the Phil Me In baton gets handed to Alicia as she explains the new AFLW CBA and what the long-term vision of the AFLW should be. 0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week 3:30: From the West of the Town A quick review of the Carlton game VFL update The McVeigh era 16:20: Around the Grounds Sir Doug Nicholls Round and its importance Taunting in AFL From little things, big things grow 27:36: Phil Me In - The baton is handed to Alicia on the AFLW CBA and vision for the future 33:19: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week - Callan Ward playing for Leon- Annalyse Lister and her role in AFLW negotiations- Thinking of Conor Stone and Brent Daniels Recommendations: - Phil: Buy a coffee maker- Alicia: In the clearing by J. P. Pomare- Watch the third quarter of GIANTS Netball v Collingwood MagpiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big week at the GIANTS so Phil Davis, Alicia Eva and Alison Zell pause to reflect on Leon Cameron's impact at the club, the legacy he leaves and their favourite stories.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of the Footy Phil is here and Alicia is back as the team discuss the win over the Crows, a "quiet" week in footy and why Cooper Hamilton is Phil's new favourite. 0:00: Welcome What’s been happening Fun Facts of the week 7:02: From the West of the Town How good’s winning? Lachie, Stephen and Josh respond Alicia on Cooper and Connor MVG - a changing of the guard VFL report 17:40: Around the Grounds A quiet week in the footy world Pressure moves to the Bombers Tassie and the JackJumpers - The big picture discussion about a 19th team The report into umpire abuse 28:00: Phil Me In - Kick ins as stats 31:00: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week- Cooper Hamilton sucking up to Phil- Isadora “Foopsie” McLeay returning to the field- Braydon Preuss being an anti-teammate Recommendations:- Coachella 2022 playlist on Spotify- Met Gala red carpet- Author Taylor Jenkins Reid See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an Alicia-less episode of The Footy Phil this week with an unbiased review of the loss to the Saints, why it's not all doom and gloom at the GIANTS and the perils of being a ruckman.0:00: Welcome Where’s Alicia? Fun Facts of the week 4:52: From the West of the Town An unbiased review of the St Kilda game GIANTS on the road The pressure on Leon What’s to be gained the next few weeks? 14:38: Around the Grounds The new-look top-eight: Fremantle, St Kilda, Carlton, Collingwood Is the ruck too dangerous? The record of stand-in coaches 22:10: Phil Me In - The next CEO of the AFL 26:26: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations:- Selling Sunset LA- Our Great National Parks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:00: Welcome What’s been happening - Why’s Phil in Melbourne? Fun Facts of the week and a review of the best Easter chocolate 6:56: From the West of the Town What’s the go with our form? How do we fix it? The VFL juggernaut rolls on 15:17: Around the Grounds The winners and losers A shout out to Rory Sloane MRO, umpires and inconsistencies 29:40: Phil Me In - The Big Games Who gets them and why? The flow-on effects 37:34: The Final Countdown Teammate(s) of the Week Recommendations:- 24- Bombshell- Prison Break- Bridgerton (again) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.