The Sporting Probe has bravely and controversially called it early – Harry and Meghan’s Royal tour is officially the best ever.

“There has been nothing like the magic that Meghan and Harry have smeared all over us this week,” says HG Nelson.

Rampaging Roy Slaven opines: “What a great week to be an Australian with a couple of sandwiches in the glove box, a tank full of gas and a dream”

In other words, this week’s podcast is chock-full of optimism.

Mind you, there seems little hope for the Gold Coast Suns next year unless Foreign Minister Marissa Payne butts in and Premier Xi sends a container load of books to help the Suns get cashed-up.

And what’s wrong with Australia’s cricket team? (Hint: our batsmen are great so bowlers, obviously.) But then, what does coach Justin Langer know about bowlers? (Hint: not much.)

Should the Socceroos re-locate to Oodnadatta? (Hint: a good start to invigorating rural and regional Australia.)

Discover how Roy experienced the beer-pie-toilet trifecta at Wentworth Park dog track and why he feels the venue could be improved with addition of toilet doors.

And where will we find Bruce McAvaney all this week? (Hint: never a few steps away from Winx 24/7.)