Richmond National Recruiting Manager Rhy Gieschen joins Matthew Richardson for a special one-on-one interview following the 2025 AFL Draft.

A much-loved segment from the 2025 edition of Talking Tigers has been Rhett Bartlett's, 'Hidden Tigerland' To celebrate the Club's 140 year anniversary, Historian Rhett Bartlett takes you on a journey through time to discover unknown facts about the Tigers. All thirty editions of Hidden Tigerland can be found in this special edition of Talking Tigers, enjoy listeners.

It’s a huge season finale from Talking Tigers. Richmond’s National Recruiting Manager Rhy Gieschen is a special guest in the TT studio, and he discusses the progress of the Club’s cracking 2024 draft class, while also looking ahead to this year’s draft. Also, in this episode, the TT team list their top 10 Tiger positives of the season. The “Going up the Country” segment focuses on a suburb in outback New South Wales city that produced a player who had a brief, but successful career at Punt Road, culminating in a 1972 Grand Final appearance with the Tigers. “60 Years of MCG Memories” highlights Richmond’s glorious Grand Final triumph of 1969. And there is a tribute to dual Tiger premiership star Paul Sproule, who passed away last week.

Talking Tigers pays a special tribute to Kamdyn McIntosh on this week’s show. The TT team recount their memories, both on-field and off-field, of the dual premiership Tiger who played his last game for the Club in the final home-and-away round of the 2025 season and tell why he is such a great Richmond man. Also, in the latest episode of the Club’s podcast juggernaut, there’s plenty of praise for much-improved Tiger key defender Ben Miller, as well as Sam Banks, Tylar Young, Taj Hotton and Seth Campbell. The “Going up the Country” segment focuses on a West Australian coastal town where a Richmond excitement machine of the late-1980s-early 1990s hailed from. “60 Years of MCG Memories” features the Tigers’ glorious, drought-breaking 1967 premiership triumph. While, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett has fascinating details on Richmond’s decision to forfeit a Grand Final during its VFA days. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond veteran star key forward Tom Lynch’s strong showing against North Melbourne in Hobart last Sunday is a hot topic of conversation on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. The TT team tell why Lynch’s performance was such an important sign for the team’s prospects in 2026. Also on this week’s show, there’s plenty of admiration again for Tiger young gun Taj Hotton. Club great Matthew Richardson has some sound advice for Richmond fans. The “Going up the Country” segment features a very small South Australian town where a top Tiger defender of the 1990s hailed from. While in “60 Years of MCG Memories”, the focus is on Richmond’s mighty, fighting victory in the 2019 preliminary final against Geelong. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers highlights the excellent form of Richmond key defenders Ben Miller and Tylar Young. The TT team discuss the attributes of both players and their importance to the team for the future. Also on this week’s show, club great Matthew Richardson tells why the re-signing of Tiger veteran key forward Tom Lynch, for 2026, is such a good decision. There is plenty of praise for Tim Taranto’s impressive set-shot goalkicking. “Going up the Country” focuses on the largest town in Tasmania, which produced a player who was signed by Richmond as a 14-year-old and went on to play in a premiership side with the Tigers. And, in “60 Years of MCG Memories”, Richmond’s stirring 2017 preliminary final victory over Greater Western Sydney will give you goosebumps again.  For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

On the latest episode of Talking Tigers, the push continues for Nick Vlastuin to be rewarded with an inaugural All-Australian blazer this year following another standout performance by the star Richmond defender in last Saturday’s clash with Gold Coast. The TT team present some compelling statistics and facts to strongly support Vlastuin’s All-Australian credentials. Also on this week’s show, the exciting potential of Tiger cubs Harry Armstrong and Taj Hotton is discussed. The popular “60 years of MCG Memories” segment focuses on Michael Roach achieving the magical 100-goal milestone in the 1980 season. With Richmond playing St Kilda in Round 22, the football “Twilight Zone” that has long existed in matches between the two teams is highlighted. And in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett provides a fascinating true tale about the great Jack Dyer in a match during the 1946 season. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

On the latest episode of Talking Tigers, there is a strong push for Richmond star defender Nick Vlastuin to receive an inaugural All-Australian blazer this year. The TT team present a compelling case for Vlastuin’s selection in the 2025 All-Australian team given his excellent form throughout the season, culminating in an outstanding performance against Collingwood at the MCG last Sunday with some AFL career-high, key statistical numbers for him. Also on this week’s show, there is plenty of excitement expressed about highly-talented Tiger teenager Taj Hotton. Another Richmond young gun in Harry Armstrong features in the final “Broady’s Zingers” for the year. The popular “60 Years of MCG Memories” focuses on a sensational goalkicking display by a top Tiger of the 1980s, who was not renowned for scoring goals. While in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett has the details of a daredevil stunt that took place on the Punt Road Oval in 1980 which, had it gone wrong, would have cost Richmond the premiership that year. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

It’s a massive episode of Talking Tigers this week. Richmond’s premier podcast delivered a live show before a packed audience in the Maurice Rioli Centre at the Swinburne Centre, with special guests senior coach Adem Yze, player cult hero Mykelti Lefau and AFLW star Sarah Hosking. There is so much in those interviews to keep TT’s legion of listeners totally absorbed. And all the regular TT segments feature as well . . . “Going up the Country” looks at a Victorian town that produced a top-class, ball-magnet, small Richmond midfielder. In “60 Years of MCG Memories”, the focus is on the Tigers’ glorious, drought-breaking 2017 Grand Final triumph. While in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett highlights some truly unique events that took place at Punt Road Oval in the past. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Taj Hotton’s exciting AFL debut with Richmond is front and centre on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. The TT panel sing the praises of the talented teenager for what he produced first-up at the game’s highest level against Essendon under the MCG lights last Saturday night. They also pay tribute to another Tiger cub in Luke Trainor following his long-awaited AFL Rising Star nomination. And there’s plenty of positivity around the performances of other Tigers in the clash with the Bombers – 250-game milestone man Nick Vlastuin, Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper, Toby Nankervis, Ben Miller, Tylar Young, Jayden Short, Tom Brown, Sam Banks, Jack Ross and Jonty Faull. The “Going up the Country” segment features a small South Australian town where a popular, dual Richmond premiership player lived after emigrating from England. “60 Years of MCG Memories” highlights one of the most brilliant quarters of football produced by a player in the Tigers’ history. While, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett details a remarkable match in Richmond’s VFA days. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers pays special tribute to triple Richmond premiership star defender Nick Vlastuin in the lead-up to his 250-game milestone against Essendon at the MCG on Saturday night. Richmond great Matthew Richardson provides an insight into what has made Vlastuin one of the competition’s elite backmen and such a pivotal member of the Tigers’ line-up. Also, on a huge show this week, the TT team commemorate the Tigerland life and times of highly-successful former club president Ian Wilson. Exciting Tiger teenager Taj Hotton is put under the microscope by Nathan Broad in “Broady’s Zingers”. “Going up the Country” focuses on a Victorian town in the Yarra Ranges that produced a rugged Richmond cult figure. And, in “60 Years of MCG Memories”, the Tigers’ fantastic, fighting win in the 1995 semi-final against Essendon takes centre stage. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers focuses on the individual positives from Richmond’s Round 16 clash with Adelaide . . . Sam Banks going from strength to strength in his rebounding role off the half-back line. Jasper Alger showing plenty of promise up forward in his first full AFL game. Jack Ross thriving as an inside midfielder. Noah Balta’s return to form. Luke Trainor’s first goal in AFL football. Also on this week’s show, there is an extremely exciting announcement about a huge, upcoming Talking Tigers event. ‘Richo’ couldn’t resist, so ‘Chief Watch’ is back (just for one day). The “Going up the Country” segment features a Victorian town that produced a true Richmond great of the 1950s-60s. “60 Years of MCG Memories” looks at one of the biggest, and best, wins in Tigerland’s history. And, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett reveals the real first names of several of Richmond’s finest players from yesteryear. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Plenty of Tiger eyes were on classy teenager Taj Hotton’s much-anticipated VFL debut with Richmond last weekend, and the latest episode of the Talking Tigers podcast excitedly focuses on his impressive first-up performance. Also on this week’s show, there is plenty of admiration for the efforts of Tiger defenders Nick Vlastuin and Ben Miller in the Round 15 clash with the Western Bulldogs. The TT team pay tribute to a wonderful Tigerland servant who passed away last week. In the popular “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment, a late-season classic encounter between Richmond and West Coast in the Tigers’ 2019 premiership year is featured. ‘Richo’ rants about the shock omission of a modern-day Tiger great from a recent list of most decorated AFL players this century. And, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett reveals the fascinating Tiger tale of Billy Schmidt. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of the Talking Tigers podcast features the key highlights and positives from Richmond’s season so far and also lists what Yellow and Black barrackers can look forward to in the second half of the 2025 home-and-away rounds. Also on this week’s show, exciting Tiger cub Jasper Alger is interviewed by veteran teammate Nathan Broad in “Broady’s Zingers”. The “60 years of MCG Memories” segment focuses on a cracking mid-winter, Friday night match between Richmond and Essendon in 1995. “Going up the Country” examines a small Victorian area, where a couple of Tiger premiership players did their national service training in the 1960s. And, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett details the origins of the famous Richmond theme song, as well as the man behind its inception. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Although it’s the mid-season bye for Richmond, with the players having a break, there is no rest for Talking Tigers. In another bumper episode of the Club’s premier podcast this week, the TT team dissect the disappointing Round 13 loss to Sydney but find positives through the form of players such as Dion Prestia, Ben Miller, Seth Campbell, Luke Trainor, Kane McAuliffe and Tom Brown. The “Going up the Country” segment features an exceptionally small Victorian town that produced a triple premiership Tiger. “60 Years of MCG Memories” focuses on the greatest mark taken in Tigerland’s history. While, in “Hidden Tigerland”, the Club’s historian Rhett Bartlett reflects on the extremes of Richmond’s scoring in a match, from the lowest of lows, to a goalkicking spree – both against the same opponent. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Two Richmond young guns are special guests on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. Hugo Ralphsmith, interviewed in the podcast’s studio, discusses the impressive progress he’s made in his wing role under Adem Yze’s coaching, plus the overall development of the Club’s exciting, youthful, playing group. Tom Sims, meanwhile, gets a “grilling” from esteemed Tiger veteran Nathan Broad in “Broady’s Zingers”. Also on this week’s show, the TT team analyse Richmond’s bold performance against Greater Western Sydney last Saturday and pay tribute to the likes of Dion Prestia, Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper, Toby Nankervis, Tom Lynch, Sam Banks, Ben Miller and Kane McAuliffe for their excellent efforts throughout the contest. The “Going up the Country” segment features a small Victorian town where one of Richmond’s greatest-ever players grew up. In “60 Years of MCG Memories”, the focus is on arguably the best Grand Final fairytale story in League football history. And in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett has a fascinating tale about Richmond ‘Immortal’ Jack Titus. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Three emerging Richmond defenders, and two top-notch veteran backmen, are a major focus on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. Sam Banks, Tom Brown and Campbell Gray, together with Nathan Broad and Nick Vlastuin, receive plenty of plaudits from the TT crew for their efforts in last Friday night’s ‘Dreamtime at the ‘G’ blockbuster. Also on this week’s show, “60 Years of MCG Memories” highlights arguably the greatest performance in the illustrious playing career of star triple premiership Tiger Shane Edwards. The “Going up the Country” segment focuses on a small Victorian town that produced a Richmond premiership player, who was an extremely popular cult figure at the Club. And, in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett takes a look at some quirky guernsey number circumstances throughout Richmond’s history. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond’s Indigenous Cultural Capability Manager, Luke Murray, is a special  guest on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers in the lead-up to the 2025 Dreamtime at the ‘G blockbuster. Murray talks about the power of the Dreamtime match and what it means to the Indigenous community. He also discusses the special pre-game ceremonial dance, and this year’s Dreamtime guernsey to be worn by the Richmond team, designed by Rhyan Mansell and his family. Also on this week’s show, there are plenty of plaudits for talented Tiger cubs  Sam Lalor, Seth Campbell, Sam Banks and Kane McAuliffe, plus experienced guns Toby Nankervis, Tim Taranto and Jacob Hopper, following their performances in the Round 10 clash with North Melbourne. The “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment focuses on Maurice Rioli’s brilliant,  Norm Smith Medal-winning performance in the 1982 Grand Final. And in “Hidden Tigerland”, club historian Rhett Bartlett highlights another  Richmond competition first back in the 1977 season. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

A couple of major milestones feature prominently on the latest episode of Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. The TT team pay tribute to extremely popular clubman and dual premiership Tiger Kamdyn McIntosh, who is set to play his 200th AFL game in Sunday’s Round 10 clash with North Melbourne at the MCG. And Talking Tigers has a special milestone of its own . . . This is episode 404, which surpasses Richmond ‘Immortal’ Kevin Bartlett’s club record of 403 games. ‘KB’ has something to say about that, too. Also, in this week’s show, there is plenty on Richmond’s thrilling victory over West Coast at the MCG last Sunday. The “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment looks at a stunning upset win by the Tigers in 1991. And in “Hidden Tigerland” club historian Rhett Bartlett highlights the decision by the VFL in 1966 to strip the Club’s reserves and under 19s of premiership points for playing an unregistered player. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear this bumper episode.

The Federal election has been run and won, but regardless of whether you voted for the winners or the losers, there is a party that tops the polls for all Richmond supporters – the Club’s premier Talking Tigers podcast. On the latest episode, the TT team pay tribute to Richmond’s seasoned, star midfield pair Jacob Hopper and Tim Taranto, as well as talented Tiger cubs Tom Brown, Seth Campbell and Luke Trainor in the wake of last Sunday’s clash with Hawthorn at the MCG. Nathan Broad is back with “Broady’s Zingers”, featuring another exciting, young Richmond prospect in Josh Smillie. The “60 Years at the MCG” segment focuses on the sensational finish to the Tigers’ match against Sydney in Round 8 of the 2016 season. And, in the popular, new “Hidden Tigerland” segment, the Club’s historian Rhett Bartlett highlights the day Don Bradman was on fire at Punt Road Oval. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear this week’s show.

2025Veteran star key forward Tom Lynch’s importance to the Richmond team is a major topic of discussion on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. Richmond great Matthew Richardson provides an expert insight into why Lynch is so pivotal to the Tigers’ fortunes. Also on this week’s show, the “60 Years of MCG Memories” recalls the night the ground’s scoreboard caught fire, just before Richmond’s battle with arch-rival Carlton. In the popular, new “Hidden Tigerland” segment, the Club’s historian Rhett Bartlett reveals the particularly unusual gift a pair of Tigers received for their efforts in the 1947 semi-final. And continuing TT’s recent West Indian cricketers’ theme, ‘Greeners’ has compiled a quirky team of Windies/Tigers. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers contains a comprehensive analysis of Richmond’s rousing victory over Gold Coast at Marvel Stadium last Saturday night. The TT team examine the strong brand of football played throughout the contest by the Tigers, and highlight the fine form of several individuals, including Nick Vlastuin, Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper, Noah Balta, Seth Campbell and Sam Lalor. Richmond great Matthew Richardson tells why he’s so impressed with young Tiger key forward Jonty Faull. Also on this week’s show, the “60 Years of MCG Memories” features the original Anzac Day blockbuster back in 1977 between Richmond and Collingwood. And the “Going up the Country” segment focuses on a tiny Victorian town that produced a star Jack Dyer Medallist. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers celebrates its 400th episode in grand style with a huge show. The Club’s CEO Shane Dunne, a Talking Tigers devotee, is a special guest and, after paying a glowing tribute to TT, he discusses a broad range of Richmond-related topics, including the excitement being generated by the talented Tiger cubs, the Punt Road Oval redevelopment, Noah Balta, and his first few months in the role. Also, in this monumental milestone episode, the TT team sing the praises of young gun backs Tom Brown and Luke Trainor following their breakout performances against Fremantle at Barossa Park last Sunday. The “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment focuses on Jimmy Jess’ magnificent, match-winning exploits on Easter Monday, 1977. And a Richmond ‘Immortal’ kicks off TT’s 400th-episode milestone with his quirky take on the podcast’s enormous success throughout the years. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond great Matthew Richardson pays a special tribute to Toby Nankervis in the lead-up to the inspirational captain’s 150-game milestone with the Club, on the latest episode of the Talking Tigers podcast. ‘Richo’ reveals what makes ‘Nank’ such a pivotal part of Richmond’s line-up, why he’s one of the competition’s best ruckmen, and where he ranks among players recruited by the Tigers from rival league clubs. Also, on this week’s show, exciting Tiger cub Sam Lalor is front and square, with the TT team waxing lyrical about his superb performance against reigning premier Brisbane last Saturday, and Nathan Broad interviewing him in the popular “Broady’s Zingers” segment. In “60 Years of MCG Memories”, TT’s own Richo features, with the day he kicked an AFL career-high 10 goals against the Western Bulldogs. And there’s an amusing, unintended, West Indian cricket flavour throughout the show. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of the Talking Tigers podcast pays a special tribute to Andrew Krakouer. Richmond great Matthew Richardson provides a terrific insight into Krakouer’s magical on-field attributes, as well as his off-field charm. Also on this week’s show, the TT team sing the praises of inspirational Richmond captain Toby Nankervis, along with talented Tiger cubs Seth Campbell and Luke Trainor. The “60 Years of MCG Memories” segment highlights the greatest come-from-behind win in Tigerland’s history. And “Going up the Country” features a small Victorian town that was the home of a recent Richmond premiership hero. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the latest episode.

Player power prevails on the latest episode of Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. Nathan Broad, fresh off his AFL 150-game milestone, returns with his popular ‘Zingers’ segment. ‘Broady’ will interview all of the Club’s new draftees throughout the season, kicking off with promising Tiger cub and backline teammate Luke Trainor. Meanwhile, talented, young defender Tom Brown is a special guest in the TT studio, discussing, among a variety of topics, his development at Tigerland, his elite kicking skills, and his hobby away from football. Also on this week’s show, the TT team take the positives out of the Round 2 loss to Port Adelaide. And, in “60 Years of MCG Memories”, the spotlight is on one of the most highly-publicised and anticipated player debuts in Richmond history, which took place in Round 2 of the 1966 season. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the latest episode.

Richmond’s rousing Round 1 victory over Carlton has the team at Talking Tigers rising to a new level on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast. Where does the win rank in all-time Tigerland history? Where does Sam Lalor’s exciting debut rank? The TT team discuss these topics, as well as a host of others on a huge show, including the two other Round 1 debutants Luke Trainor and Harry Armstrong, Jack Ross’ AFL career-best performance, Kamdyn McIntosh’s new run-with role, Toby Nankervis’ inspirational leadership and Seth Campbell’s brilliant goal and subsequent extraordinary on-field celebration. Also on this week’s show, the ’60 Years of MCG Memories’ segment focuses on a game in 1988 that was eerily similar to last Thursday night’s encounter. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the latest episode.

The extra pre-season work has paid off with the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers peaking on the eve of Round 1.   Despite being down one vital member of the team, the two remaining TT team members dug deep to capture the hype and anticipation of the blockbuster clash against Carlton on Thursday night.   The impending debuts of Sam Lalor, Luke Trainor and Harry Armstrong were front and centre of the footy discussion, as well as the composition of the Tigers’ Best 22 for the MCG opener.   In the ’60 Years of MCG Memories’ segment, a blistering start against North Melbourne at the MCG on a Monday night in 1995 is put under the spotlight.   The depleted, but still dynamic team, even managed to sound extra crisp due to a  change suggested by an eagle-eyed (and eared) listener.

Richmond coach Adem Yze is a special guest on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. In a wide-ranging interview, Yze reveals his excitement leading into the 2025 season, talks about the many recent football changes that have taken place at Punt Road, provides an insightful snapshot of the Club’s eight talented new draftees, discusses the planning for the Round 1 clash with Carlton, and how he wants the Tigers to play this year. Also on this week’s show, the ‘Going up the Country’ segment looks at a New South Wales country town, known as Australia’s rice capital, from where a recent Richmond premiership player was raised. An in ’60 Years of MCG Memories’, the focus is on Jack Riewoldt’s mighty 10-goal display against West Coast in 2010. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the latest episode.

Talking Tigers takes the positives out of Richmond’s practice match loss to Collingwood this week in the latest episode of the premier podcast. Although the scoreboard might not have reflected it, there were several bright lights on the night from a Yellow and Black perspective, which the TT team dissect. Also on this week’s show, the ‘Going up the Country’ segment focuses on a Victorian country town, famous for its potatoes, that produced a player who most definitely was not a ‘spud’. He was a key member of a Richmond premiership team, a Jack Dyer Medallist and also captained the Club. In ’60 Years of MCG Memories’, the spotlight is on a unique individual performance by a star Tiger on Easter Monday, 1982. And club historian Rhett Bartlett debuts his informative, interesting ‘Hidden Tigerland’ segment. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the latest episode.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers has a heavy focus on Richmond’s match simulation against West Coast in Perth. Richmond great Matthew Richardson makes a big statement about No. 1 draft pick Sam Lalor after seeing him in action for the first time. And the TT team list other positives out of the pre-season hit-out. Also on this week’s show is the return of the “Going up the Country” segment, featuring the youngest town in New South Wales, which was the home of a strong-marking, long-kicking Tiger big man of the late 1980s-early 1990s. TT launches a new segment, “60 Years of MCG Memories”, commemorating Richmond’s move to play home games at the great ground in 1965. And there’s an announcement of another new feature upcoming on TT this season. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear this episode.

It’s a super-impressive performance by Talking Tigers second-up from a spell. Richmond’s premier podcast has a bumper second episode for the year with special guests new VFL coach Jake Batchelor and rising small forward Rhyan Mansell. Batchelor talks about his return to Punt Road following a coaching stint at Sandringham and tells how excited he is to be teaching Tigerland’s talented batch of young players. Mansell discusses how determined he is to build on the impressive gains he made last season and what he’s been working on throughout the pre-season to take his game to the next level. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the opening show of 2025.

Talking Tigers couldn’t wait . . . With all the excitement surrounding Richmond’s 2025 season, the Club’s premier podcast has returned earlier than usual with a massive first-up episode for the year. New Richmond High Performance Manager Ben Serpell and esteemed Tiger veteran Nathan Broad are special guests on the show, providing TT listeners with a great insight into pre-season training at Punt Road and how the players are progressing. Serpell also discusses the innovative approach he takes to his craft, while Broad makes a bold prediction about the team’s prospects this season. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the opening show of 2025.

Richmond’s General Manager of Football Talent, Blair Hartley, is a special guest on the final episode for the year of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. In the wake of the Tigers’ incredible 2024 national draft haul, Hartley reveals how it all came about, and he provides a summary of the eight talented teenagers the Club selected. It is must-listening for Yellow and Black barrackers. Also, on this episode, the TT team talk about the Club’s key off-field, football department acquisitions for next season. And there is a sneak preview of some exciting new TT segments in 2025. Click on the link to hear this episode.

New Richmond CEO Shane Dunne is a special guest on the final weekly episode of Talking Tigers for the year. In a wide-ranging interview, Dunne discusses his pathway to the key role, his involvement with Richmond’s 2019 VFL premiership team, the Club’s stance on wantaway players, changes in the football department, support for senior coach Adem Yze, the excitement being generated by the prospect of an excellent draft haul at the end of the year, the Punt Road redevelopment, and why he won’t be replicating his predecessor in formulating a bold visionary plan. Also on this week’s show, the TT team talk about the importance of triple premiership star midfielder Dion Prestia going around again in 2025 after signing a new, one-year deal with the Club. While the “Spirit of ‘74” segment pays tribute to Richmond’s glorious Grand Final triumph over North Melbourne on the last Saturday of September 1974. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers. Click on the link to hear the last weekly episode for 2024.

Brendon Gale is a special guest on the latest episode of Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. The outgoing Richmond CEO reflects on his time in charge at Tigerland and reveals just how confident he was when he took over the role that the Club would achieve significant success. Gale also talks about his great surprise, and humility, with being inducted into Richmond’s Hall of Fame last Saturday. And he provides a good insight into his replacement as the Tigers’ CEO, Shane Dunne. There is plenty more for TT listeners to absorb on this week’s show, including the wash-up of Richmond’s final home-and-away round match of the season against Gold Coast, withparticular attention given to the team’s two best players in 2024 – Nick Vlastuin and Daniel Rioli – as well as the emotional post-game send-off of Tiger premiership heroes Dustin Martin, Dylan Grimes and Marlion Pickett. While, in the “Spirit of ‘74” segment, there is a review of Richmond’s victory over North Melbourne in the 1974 second semi-final at VFL Park, Waverley. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers features a special tribute to retired triple premiership star defender Dylan Grimes. Richmond great Matthew Richardson reflects on Grimes’ rare ability to shut down dangerous opposition forwards of all shapes and sizes – from Charlie Cameron to Jeremy Cameron. The TT team also pour praise on Grimes for taking over as general of the Tigers’ backline when Alex Rance retired and filling the sizeable void so superbly. Also on this week’s show, there is a focus on Richmond’s two most improved players in season 2024. The “Going up the Country” segment spotlights a Victorian town that produced a multi-premiership hero for the Tigers, a dual Jack Dyer Medallist, and a high-flying forward who averaged more than a goal per match in a 100-game-plus career at Punt Road. And the “Spirit of ‘74” takes a look at the feisty reaction of Tiger officials to raging-hot favourite Kevin Bartlett being beaten in the 1974 Brownlow Medal count For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Richmond’s premier podcast Talking Tigers spotlights Daniel Rioli’s brilliance against St Kilda last Sunday. The TT panel ponder if there has been a better display by a Richmond player in a well-beaten team this century and assess Rioli’s prospects for an inaugural Jack Dyer Medal this year. Also on this week’s show, there’s plenty of positivity around the AFL career-best performances of young Tigers Sam Banks and James Trezise. The “Going up the Country” segment focuses on a small Victorian town that produced a Richmond captain and multi-Jack Dyer Medallist. And the “Spirit of ‘74” looks at a controversial incident late in the 1974 season which cost Mal Brown a place in the Tigers’ premiership team that year. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

The magnificent AFL career of Richmond champion Dustin Martin is celebrated on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. In the wake of Dusty’s retirement announcement, the TT team pay special tribute to the Punt Road icon and reflect on the numerous wonderful highlights he has provided the Tiger Army with throughout the past 15 years. Also on this week’s show, the focus is on ever-reliable Richmond defensive duo Nick Vlastuin and Nathan Broad, along with talented Tiger cub Seth Campbell. The “Going up the Country” segment features a small Victorian town that produced a set of brothers who were valuable contributors for the Tigers. And the “Spirit of ‘74” looks at an important late 1974 season match, won by Richmond, which turned out to be a preview of that year’s Grand Final. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond’s wretched luck this season has now infiltrated the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. A key member of the Talking Tigers team has been struck down with illness and was a late withdrawal from this week’s show. Although he was clearly missed, the other TT team members stepped up in fine style to fill the significant void. An old TT favourite even came off the bench, as the sub, for an impactful cameo. There was plenty for the team to discuss, including an AFL career-best performance by TT’s own Nathan Broad against Collingwood last Sunday, talented young Tiger Tom Brown’s impressive forward-craft display, an important step in the development of another Richmond rookie, Seth Campbell, and a tribute to star swingman Noah Balta, who reached the AFL 100-game milestone. And, in the popular “Spirit of ‘74” segment, the focus is on the return bout between Richmond and Essendon late in the 1974 season, following the infamous Windy Hill Brawl that erupted three months earlier. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond’s General Manager of Football Performance, Tim Livingstone, is a special guest on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Taking Tigers. Livingstone discusses a broad range of Tiger topics, including the playing list’s horror injury run this season, the excitement being generated by several young players, first-year coach Adem Yze’s impressive attributes, the immediate future of stars Tom Lynch and Dustin Martin, Toby Nankervis’ inspirational leadership, and the Club’s successful VFL program. Also on this week’s show, triple premiership Tiger Nathan Broad interviews new Richmond ruckman Oliver Hayes-Brown. The “Going up the Country” segment features a small Victorian town near Wodonga that produced a three-time premiership hero for the Tigers, who later played a couple of pivotal off-field roles with the Club. And, in the “Spirit of ‘74”, the focus is on champion rover Kevin Bartlett’s remarkable performance in Round 17 of the 1974 season against Geelong at VFL Park, Waverley. For all things Yellow and Black, make sure you tune in to Talking Tigers.

Two energetic, young, small Richmond forwards are front and square on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast, Talking Tigers. The TT team sing the praises of Rhyan Mansell and Steely Green, who were valuable contributors for the Tigers against Greater Western Sydney at the MCG last Sunday with their forward pressure and goalkicking exploits (Mansell, two goals, Green, three goals). Triple premiership star midfielder Dion Prestia’s seamless return to the senior side following injury is another hot topic of discussion, along with captain Toby Nankervis’ continued strong form, the improvement shown by Hugo Ralphsmith and Jacob Koschitzke, and the importance in the line-up of Tim Taranto and Jacob Hopper. Also on this week’s show, there is a summary of the final of the under-18 championships. And, in the aftermath of that, a TT panel member declares it will be a super draft this year, given how much exciting, young talent is available. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

Toby Nankervis’ mighty performance in last Saturday night’s clash with Fremantle is the hot topic of discussion on the latest episode of the Talking Tigers podcast powerhouse. Richmond great Matthew Richardson rates it the best game of the inspirational, triple premiership Tiger ruckman and current club captain’s AFL career. The TT team also ponder Nankervis’ prospects for the 2024 Jack Dyer Medal, and where he ranks among Richmond’s all-time top recruits from rival league clubs. Also on this week’s show, there’s praise for the efforts of Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper, Shai Bolton, Nick Vlastuin, Noah Balta and Jacob Koschitzke against the Dockers. The popular “Spirit of ‘74” segment examines Kevin Sheedy’s superb 1974 season, with particular focus on his outstanding Grand Final display against North Melbourne. While “Going Up the Country” features a “picture perfect”, small Victorian town that was the home of a talented Tiger from the 1960s, who later successfully coached the Club’s under 19s team. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of podcast powerhouse Talking Tigers features a tribute to Richmond captain and robust ruckman Toby Nankervis, who reached the AFL 150-game milestone in last Sunday’s clash with Carlton at the MCG. Tiger great Matthew Richardson tells why a new rule change this season is suiting ‘Nank’ down to the ground. ‘Richo’ and the other TT team members also discuss the significant improvement shown by Tiger tall Ben Miller throughout the year in his key-defensive role. There is a focus, too, on the impressive debut of young, key backman Jacob Blight. While in the popular “Spirit of ‘74” segment, an article in Inside Football around this time 50 years ago revealed that star Richmond rover Kevin Bartlett was considering a lucrative offer to join SANFL club West Adelaide. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of Talking Tigers provides the pre-eminent podcast’s legion of loyal listeners with plenty of positives and highlights from Richmond’s season so far, notwithstanding the team’s on-field struggles to the midway mark of the year. Dusty’s booming goal in the opening minutes of his recent 300-game milestone is right up there, as is the superb Round 3 victory over hot premiership favourite Sydney, along with Mykelti Lefau’s impressive arrival on the league scene, the exciting emergence of talented Tiger cub trio Tom Brown, Seth Campbell and Kane McAuliffe, and the significant improvement shown by Hugo Ralphsmith, Ben Miller and Maurice Rioli Jr. Also on this week’s show, the “Going up the Country” segment takes a look at a charming, small Victorian township that produced a dual Richmond premiership player, who also coached the Tigers. While in the “Spirit of ‘74”, the focus is on Richmond’s goalkicking spree and massive win against Fitzroy in Round 13 of the 1974 season at VFL Park, Waverley, with the father of an Australian star in another sport hitting the scoreboard hard. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

The latest episode of the groundbreaking Talking Tigers podcast has all the wash-up from Dustin Martin’s 300-game milestone at the MCG last Saturday. The TT team discuss how Dusty’s remarkable drawing power and the might of the Tiger Army combined to produce an extraordinary attendance number, and a truly memorable event. Also on this week’s show, there is a tribute to star midfielder Tim Taranto, who was a Tiger standout in Dusty’s milestone match. In the “Going up the Country” segment, the focus is on a small Victorian town that produced a dual Jack Dyer Medallist and Richmond captain. While in the “Spirit of ‘74”, champion Richmond rover Kevin Bartlett, so dominant during the 1974 season, finally gets the seal of approval from legendary opposition coach Ron Barassi. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

It’s all about Dusty on the latest episode of Talking Tigers. The premier podcast pays special tribute to Richmond champion Dustin Martin in the lead-up to his 300th AFL game. There is plenty of reminiscing on Dusty’s remarkable finals feats and his glorious Grand Final achievements. And the TT team discuss where he ranks among the Club’s all-time greats. Also on this week’s show, Richmond’s stirring win against Adelaide at Adelaide Oval last Thursday night is thoroughly examined, with a strong call for a talented Tiger cub to receive a rising star nomination. The “Going up the Country” segment is particularly timely, featuring the small Victorian town that Dusty grew up in. While in the “Spirit of ‘74”, the focus is on a furious Richmond official, in further fallout from the Windy Hill brawl. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

Talking Tigers was a man down for this week’s show, but if you think that in any way diminished the premier podcast’s productivity, think again . . . It’s another bumper episode of TT, with the two other team members picking up the slack in superb style. There is plenty of love for the latest victim of Richmond’s ruptured ACL scourge, Mykelti Lefau, while the positives out of the Tigers’ spirited effort against Geelong last Saturday night are dissected, along with the impressive performances at VFL level of the Club’s two mid-season rookie selections Jacob Blight and Campbell Gray. The “Spirit of ‘74” takes a look at another outstanding display by champion Tiger rover Kevin Bartlett during the 1974 season. And the “Going up the Country” segment features a Victorian town that housed a secret air force base during World War 2, and subsequently produced a Richmond player of the 1980s, who holds a unique record in the AFL/VFL competition. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

Richmond’s brave effort in last Saturday night’s Dreamtime at the ‘G’ blockbuster is front and square on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. There is a special focus on the dynamic Dreamtime display of Tiger champion Dustin Martin, with the TT team also examining the impressive performances of Shai Bolton, Dion Prestia, Toby Nankervis, Noah Balta, Hugo Ralphsmith, Mykelti Lefau, Seth Campbell, Kane McAuliffe, Thomson Dow and Tom Brown. The “Spirit of ‘74” takes a look at a Bulldogs star who was traded to the Tigers this time 50 years, and went on to play an important role in the 1974 Grand Final triumph over North Melbourne. And the “Going up the Country” segment features a Victorian town, prominent in the state’s gold rush period, that produced a gold-class player and cult hero for Richmond. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.

Although the past couple of weeks have been tough for Richmond supporters, there is plenty of positive light shed for them on the latest episode of the Club’s premier podcast Talking Tigers. The promise shown by talented, young midfield duo Kane McAuliffe and Thomson Dow is an example of this positiveness, as is the form of triple premiership pair Daniel Rioli and Dion Prestia. And Richmond’s strong draft hand at the end of the year also is a hot topic of discussion on this week’s show. In the popular “Spirit of ‘74” segment, the focus is on a sensational player swap that took place between the Tigers and Geelong this time 50 years ago. For all things Yellow and Black, tune in to Talking Tigers.