The most interesting trade that didn't get done

Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deals that went through on a busy deadline day, from the trade that came down to the last 30 seconds to some of the more interesting choices made by clubs. Which deal that didn't get done will be a big watch for next season? Should there be a loyalty bonus fo…

'Picks are flying everywhere'

Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss Hawthorn's interest in Jack Ginnivan, how likely it is that the deal gets done and what it would take to get it over the line. Plus, the four-club deal that will get Paddy Dow and Nick Coffield to new homes, whether Harrison Petty is any chance of leaving Melbourne…

'Collingwood have paid a premium'

Peter Ryan and Jake Niall discuss the price the Pies paid for Lachie Schultz and whether Freo's return benefits Justin Longmuir as well as the Dockers. And what does it mean for Jack Ginnivan? Plus, the good bit of business the Blues are set to get done, the likelihood of the Duursma brothers playi…

Gunston to Hawks? 'There'd been some murmurings'

Andrew Wu and Marc McGowan discuss how the Jade Gresham to Essendon deal finally happened, the chances of Jack Gunston making a stunning return to Hawthorn and assess Melbourne's decision to secure Tom Fullarton, who could be described as 'Brodie Grundy's replacement'. Also on the agenda, Tom Hawki…

‘No one really wants him to walk to the draft’

Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan discuss why the Cats are playing hardball with Esava Ratugolea and the attempts to prise Ollie Lord from the Power. Also on the agenda, Adelaide’s interest in Harrison Petty, why Tyler Brockman is being sought after by both West Australian clubs, and whether Jade Gresham’s …

'Struck on the backside by a rainbow'

Michael Gleeson and Jake Niall discuss why Melbourne have done well out of the Brodie Grundy trade, what the latest trades tell us about how clubs view this year's draft and the inside word on the potential Lachie Schultz trade. Got a question about your club? Send it to realfootypod@theage.com.…

'Detached from reality'

Michael Gleeson and Peter Ryan wrap the second day of trade period and discuss the done deals, the draft points system, the talk about Tom Hawkins' future, how likely the Eagles are to part with pick one and whether it's a good idea for the Dogs to try to trade Rory Lobb. And is it time to add an u…

'A lot to pay'

In the first of our series of daily trade specials, Peter Ryan and Marc McGowan dissect the deal that sent pick four to the Bulldogs and why the Dogs paid so much for it, why it's easier for clubs to get higher compensation for free agents this year and the free agency quirk around Lachie Schultz, …

'He's killed the Colliwobbles single-handedly'

Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall dissect Collingwood's win, from the biggest moments on game day to the cultural change that helped the Pies to success. Who was the most influential Magpie on the field? Where did the Lions go wrong? And is this the start of a Collingwood dynasty? Plu…

'He's going to have to be clever'

Peter Ryan begins his victory lap and Andrew Wu reminds everyone who won in 2022 in the final episode of the expert tips podcast for this season. Oh, and they preview the grand final, too. Where do the Lions have a pronounced advantage? How will the Pies want the game played? Will Billy Frampton pl…