Talkin' It Up
Talkin' It Up
Talkin’ It Up with Megan Waters is a vodcast that creates a safe space to have wide ranging conversations, invites everybody to participate on equal standing, and learn as a collective of people with different ideas and experiences. At its heart is a desire for connection through storytelling, with the understanding that individuals bring their own lives, ways of seeing and ways of being.Social links:
Aliesha Newman on discovering her 'fire', growing the game
GWS speedster Aliesha Newman reflects with host Megan Waters on her four-club AFLW journey and the moment she learned she needed to push the boundaries
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Chad Wingard’s new life after footy, how the game built his resilience
Former Port Adelaide and Hawthorn star Chad Wingard tells host Megan Waters about his AFL role, getting married, and how his childhood shaped his character
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Jase Burgoyne on growing up among Port royalty
Port Adelaide wing Jase Burgoyne joins host Megan Waters to discuss his family’s rich history in football and his longstanding connection to Port Adelaide
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Rhyan Mansell's family connection to Richmond's 2025 SDNR jumper
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Ben Long on his breakout year, NT connection, facing the Saints
Gold Coast forward Ben Long joins host Megan Waters to talk about his strong form, his NT connection with Daniel Rioli, and some unique goal celebrations
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Izak Rankine - Season 2 of Talkin' It Up is here!
Talkin It Up returns for 2025 in Sir Doug Nicholls Round as Adelaide Crows superstar Izak Rankine joins us to talk it up with host Megan Waters.
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Umpire Josh James on chasing his AFL dream
Indigenous umpire Josh James on backing himself, battling homesickness and why artistry matters in Australia's game.
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Arty Jones on mum's sacrifices, his biggest moment
The young Bulldogs forward on growing up in Mount Barker, being a 'fanboy', and the goal that made recruiters take notice
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Bradley Hill on winning flags, meeting Cyril, his tattoo 'warning'
St Kilda star Bradley Hill tells Megan Waters about his family and footballing journey across 13 years and three clubs
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Kaitlyn Ashmore on her shock AFLW drafting, three-club career and more
AFLW pioneer Kaitlyn Ashmore tells Megan Waters and Andy Krakouer about her unassuming road to a career in footy. Subscribe to Talkin' It Up to hear more conversations about the life and journey of those who play and love our game. You can watch episodes on AFL.com.au
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