Zero Hanger AFL Podcast

On this week’s episode of the Outer Wing, Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham preview Fremantle’s preliminary final against Sydney, naming the matchup that could define the contest and whether the Dockers should be favourites heading into the game. Plus, a look at West Coast’s potentially quiet trade period plans, and a WA-focused preview of next week’s Brownlow Medal count.

The big one has dropped, with restricted free agent Zak Butters officially nominating his club of choice. A Coleman medallist has agreed to join Collingwood while a big key forward commits to the Lions.In "The Market" we touch on a three-time premiership winner, a Brownlow medallist and a star young forward, while a young Saint has entered the discussion as potentially available and we look at potential targets and departures for Carlton, Geelong, Adelaide and the Western Bulldogs.RECORDED: 15/09/2026⬇️ RUNDOWN:For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

American sports journalist Grant Cohn (Sports Illustrated) touched down in Melbourne to cover the NFL's 49ers vs Rams clash at the MCG — and fell headfirst into AFL, footy food and Melbourne's coffee obsession along the way. On his first-ever trip to Australia, Grant sits down with Zero Hanger's Phoenix Trinidad to unpack his first AFL game at the 'G, why he's been rage-baiting AFL fans, what he really makes of Patrick Dangerfield, and why he reckons footy fans should be barracking for the 49ers. We also get his verdict on chicken parmas, kebabs, halal snack packs, Aussie pizza, and Melbourne coffee. Plus: why the Rams "should be punished," what the MCG is actually like as an NFL venue, and a look inside the brutal game-day grind of a full-time sports reporter. 🎙️ Follow Grant Cohn: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@cohnzohn X: https://x.com/grantcohn #NFL #AFL #MCG #49ers #Melbourne #GrantCohn #NFLMelbourne #Footy #Bontempelli #Dangerfield ⬇️ RUNDOWN: 00:00 Intro + Vibe-check 00:53 Who Is Grant Cohn? Sports Illustrated & the 49ers 01:04 Melbourne and AFL first impressions 05:09 Patrick Dangerfield 06:30 The Bontempelli Hot Take 08:57 Trading players 10:06 Ranking Aussie Food: Parma, Flake & Kebabs 14:04 Why Footy Fans Should Back the 49ers 16:55 NFL at the MCG RECORDED: 10/09/2026 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

On this week’s episode of the Outer Wing, Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham preview Fremantle’s qualifying final against Hawthorn, dissecting where the game will be won and lost, the key players for both sides, and the latest on the selection front for the Dockers. A week deeper into West Coast’s off-season, the team discuss Andrew McQualter’s tenure, expectations for 2027, and the BIG call that needs to be made on their captaincy. For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

The first wave of AFL players requesting trades has arrived, with a St Kilda tall and a former top five draft pick both seeking switches to rival clubs. Also in ‘The Market’, A Norm Smith Medal winner, a Collingwood star and multiple premiership Demons have also been linked to the exit. The boys also look at, and rank, the Victorian clubs that could consider a move for Sydney’s Nick Blakey, and dive into the trade plans for Gold Coast, GWS, St Kilda, Collingwood and Melbourne. RECORDED: 08/09/2026 ⬇️ RUNDOWN: 00:00 Intro 00:22 Done Deals 02:06 On the move 05:48 Whispers 10:31 Landing Spots: Nick Blakey 13:46 Gold Coast Trade Plans 16:01 GWS Giants Trade Plans 18:27 St. KildaTrade Plans 20:51 Collingwood Trade Plans 21:57 Melbourne Trade Plans 24:04 Zac Bailey Deal 25:13 Outro 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

The second week of the 2026 AFL Finals series saw the race for this year’s premiership rocked, as Sydney and Hawthorn collected unexpected wins to book preliminary finals spots. On this week’s episode of The Hitout, the team rank the six remaining clubs on who has the best chance of winning the flag. Exiting the finals race, the boys look at what comes next for Carlton and the Western Bulldogs, and whether Luke Beveridge could be facing a nervous off-season. Plus, the winner of the Teams Draft, an update on the Finals Fiver, and the coaches that could land the North Melbourne job after Alastair Clarkson’s shock sacking. The Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini. ⬇️ RUNDOWN: 00:00 Intro + Vibe-check 01:03 Hawthorn def. Fremantle 07:39 Geelong def. Carlton 11:54 Sydney def. Brisbane 17:07 Adelaide def. Bulldogs 21:16 Finals Fiver update 25:16 Finals Week 3 Preview 32:28 Alastair Clarkson 38:56 Teams Draft Winner RECORDED: 07/09/2026 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

In the first episode of the AFL Trade Show, Zero Hanger’s Aidan Cellini and Mitch Keating look at the players set to hit the open market ahead of the 2026 AFL Trade and Free Agency Period, as well as the latest done deals and trade rumours across the competition, with the likes of Zak Butters, Scott Pendlebury, Kieren Briggs, Zane Duursma and Tim English among those in the headlines. The boys also name six potential landing spots for Essendon defender Ben McKay, and assess the potential trade plans for Essendon, Richmond, West Coast, Port Adelaide and North Melbourne. RECORDED: 01/09/2026 ⬇️ RUNDOWN: 00:00 Intro 00:38 Done Deals 03:03 On the move 05:36 Whispers 11:14 Landing Spots: Ben McKay 14:51 Essendon Trade Plans 16:55 Richmond Trade Plans 19:14 West Coast Trade Plans 21:34 Port Adelaide Trade Plans 24:24 North Melbourne Trade Plans 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

Phoenix and Mitch react to the AFL Wildcard Finals, and whether the newly-introduced weekend was vindicated by two close contests. Mitch explains why Carlton is winning the flag, and Phoenix opens up on Melbourne’s first season under Steven King. Plus, the main loser from Scott Pendlebury’s switch to the Gold Coast Suns, Finals Fiver update, and why Phoenix would trade places with a pigeon. ENTER THE CRYPTO.COM COMPETITION:crypto.com/aflfantasyThe Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini.⬇️ RUNDOWN:1:14 Melbourne vs. Carlton 06:57 Wildcard success? 09:47 Western Bulldogs vs. Collingwood 14:39 Finals Week 2 Preview 23:01 Gippy Boys 24:40 Scott Pendlebury 31:20 Ben McKay to leave Essendon 33:07 Finals Fiver update 35:39 Grand Final ExperienceRECORDED: 31/08/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

On this week’s episode of the Outer Wing, Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham discuss Fremantle’s road to the premiership and whether two late-season defeats are a cause for concern for Justin Longmuir. They also dive into West Coast’s 2026 campaign to assess whether it was a pass or fail and look at the biggest surprises from the All-Australian team through a WA football lens. Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

The AFL home and away season is in the rear-vision mirror, giving The Hitout plenty to discuss ahead of the first-ever Wildcard Round. Essendon looks to have settled on its next coach, plenty of selection calls loom for finals, and the team also debate where Swans spearhead Charlie Curnow ranks after claiming his third Coleman Medal. The boys draft 10 players each for the ‘Finals Fiver’ competition, and debate which non-VIC rivalry is closest to competing in a grand final. Plus, the crew also test out the newest game on Zero Hanger!The Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini.⬇️ RUNDOWN:00:00 Intro + Vibe-check02:03 Melbourne04:02 Wilcard and injuries12:41 Charlie Curnow15:16 Mark McVeigh: Essendon coach17:53 Free agency market22:05 State rivalries26:03 Finals Fiver36:52 AFL RecruitrRECORDED: 17/08/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

On this week’s episode of the Outer Wing, Mitch Keating and Digby Beachman talk about the Fremantle Dockers and their plans on potentially resting a few players on the eve of the 2026 AFL finals series. They look at the West Coast’s’ poor form after the young eagles notched their 10th straight loss heading near the end of the home and away season. Diggers’ list tackles the 3 list priorities for both WA clubs for 2027. Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

A dramatic round of AFL action has locked in the 10 teams that will compete in this year’s finals series, sparking debate as to whether the Wildcard Round has been an early success or not. The Hitout introduce the Finals Fiver that’s set to shape September, and Aidan discusses his AFL Grand Final Fantasy. Plus, the draw between Collingwood and Hawthorn finished with a broadcasting howler that has left footy fans frustrated, and Aidan and Phoenix go head-to-head in a goalkicker guessing game that ends in stunning fashion.ENTER THE CRYPTO.COM COMPETITION:crypto.com/aflfantasyThe Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini.⬇️ RUNDOWN:00:00 Intro + vibe-check03:03 Double draw04:22 Tom Sparrow, Jack Viney, JVR07:09 Wildcard round12:10 Nick Daicos and Collingwood16:02 Fox broadcast20:30 Finals Fiver28:04 AFL Grand Final Fantasy32:47 100 GoalsRECORDED: 17/08/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

The Outer Wing looks at Fremantle’s nail-biting loss to the Demons in what was a shootout at the MCG. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham look at ruckman Sean Darcy’s future and whether he should stay put with the Dockers despite rumours of a move to Victoria. Meanwhile, has the Eagles’ poor kicking cost them a game once again? Diggers also looks at the possibilities of Harley Reid making the All-Australian squad in 2026. Plus, the boys name the top 5 best coaches of the year. Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

The boys weigh in on the Geelong concussion contract controversy from a media and fan perspective as the saga rolls on. Loaded with $5 million to spend on a max of five players, the crew also step into the shoes of Tasmania’s list management team to build out the foundations of the Devils’ list. Plus, a look back at our pre-season predictions and Mitch’s left-field AFL Grand Final fantasy trade.ENTER THE CRYPTO.COM COMPETITION:crypto.com/aflfantasyThe Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini.⬇️ RUNDOWN:00:00 Intro + vibe-check01:13 Flagdees 202604:46 Taylor Walker06:09 James Hird08:08 Jake Kolodashnij concussion latest20:41 $5 mil for Tassie26:45 Revisiting our Pre-Season Predictions32:04 Trading places for the Grand Final RECORDED: 11/08/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

Harf and Stevo react to Carlton’s latest win and what it means for Josh Fraser’s candidacy for the coaching job, while the Saints came away from the game with a sidelined Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera in a blow that has likely ended their season. Stevo raises the star midfielder who’s due for a pre-finals breather, and the boys discuss what might’ve been the ‘game of the year’. Plus, the boys discuss the concussion contract controversy at Geelong, and Brisbane’s mauling of Hawthorn. Six Points is streamed live at 8:00am (AEDT) weekly, with former AFL midfielder, AFLW senior coach and broadcaster Daniel Harford and senior sports reporter Mark Stevens tackling all the major AFL talking points and issues. THE AGENDA: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Blue Heaven 07:19 Nas Nightmare 10:41 Take a break 13:55 Game of the Year 18:12 Flick the Switch 21:15 Knocked Out 26:37 What's Coming Up? 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

On this week’s episode of the Outer Wing, Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham headline Fremantle’s win over the sluggish Bulldogs. The boys question whether Oscar McDonald keeps his spot despite his best on ground performance last week or if Brennan Cox reclaims his spot. They also look at the Eagles and Jake Waterman’s inaccurate kicking proving costly over the weekend as the Tigers get a win over the West Australian club. PLUS Digger’s lists his best WA sharpshooters Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

Can Hawthorn livewire Nick Watson win the Coleman Medal? The small-statured goalsneak is right in the mix, and The Hitout look at equally unlikely, yet impressive, feats across the AFL and other sports. Phoenix pitches the ideal AFL Grand Final Day experience, and the AFL Teams Draft is heating up with three weeks left. Plus, the boys debate whether the AFL should be able to punish clubs for resting players on the eve of finals. The Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini. ⬇️ RUNDOWN: 00:00 Intro + vibe-check 04:17 News Update 06:50 AFL punishing for resting players 14:50 Nick Watson Coleman Medal? 21:54 AFL Grand Final Fantasy 28:04 Teams Draft 38:13 Closest to the pin AFL edition RECORDED: 04/08/2026 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

AFL coaches are front of mind as Josh Fraser continues to mount his case for the senior job at Carlton, while Andrew McQualter and Alastair Clarkson are facing mounting pressure after disappointing outings over the weekend. The incoming Wildcard Round has opened up the chance for some clubs to potentially rest a large group of players for Round 24 in what could be an issue for the AFL, while the top two is all but locked in with three weeks to go. Plus, Harf details the sad reality of Essendon’s home games, and the Demons earn some more flowers. Six Points is streamed live at 8:00am (AEDT) weekly, with former AFL midfielder, AFLW senior coach and broadcaster Daniel Harford and senior sports reporter Mark Stevens tackling all the major AFL talking points and issues. THE AGENDA: 00:00 Intro 01:38 Just Josh 07:57 Mini Heat 14:22 Rest Room 17:34 Dee-Light 22:15 Twin Peak 26:13 Soul Destroyed 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://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL

On this week’s episode of The Outer Wing, Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham headline the Dockers’ win against the Eagles in the Derby. The boys discuss how close Fremantle is to clinching the minor premiership in 2026, and talk about the unravelling of West Coast defender Rhett Bazzo despite the Eagles’ loss on the weekend. PLUS Diggers lists his top five best first two seasons from West Coast and Fremantle players ever. Mitch Keating and Digby Beacham tackle the biggest talking points in WA footy on The Outer Wing, brought to you by TABtouch.

Phoenix and Mitch discuss the AFL teams that would be happier, or sadder, than they were 12 months ago, while several sides are harder to get a read on. The boys also look back on the trade deal that saw Christian Petracca join Gold Coast, as well as discuss Ross Lyon’s post-game presser run-in and question if the AFL has ‘the best fans in the world’. Plus, a call to ban team songs pre-game and a guessing game that descends into chaos.The Hitout AFL Podcast is Zero Hanger’s weekly show covering all of the latest AFL news, views and footy fun, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad and presenters Mitch Keating and Aidan Cellini.⬇️ RUNDOWN:00:00 Intro + vibe-check00:53 12 months later09:11 Christian Petracca15:07 Ross Lyon20:21 "Best fans in the world"25:26 Scrap the team songs31:41 Guess the playerRECORDED: 28/07/2026For all your AFL news go to ZeroHanger.com and make sure to FOLLOW Zero Hanger on social media:NEWS: https://www.zerohanger.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/ZeroHangerFB: https://www.facebook.com/AFLZeroHangerX: https://x.com/zerohangerTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerohangerYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZeroHangerAFL