There was a time when AFL players let their footy do the talking. Now, podcasts have become a convenient and engaging way for current players to tell their story straight into the mic.
Fans can now gain first-hand insight into what life is like as an AFL player and the platform allows supporters a chance to get to know their personalities off the field.
From light-hearted casual chats between friends to the more analytical side of the game, an era of football has opened up that allows outsiders unprecedented access into what goes on behind the scenes at the elite level.
Podcasting is a medium that gives players a platform to express their thoughts and share their stories in a way that has never been seen before.
Here are six podcasts that are hosted by current AFL players that offer fans a unique perspective into the game and the players' lives that they won't be able to achieve elsewhere.
200 PLUS
Hosted by Essendon's Sam Draper, North Melbourne's Chairlie Comben and journalist Nick Butler, 200 PLUS is a podcast made by, for and about the big guys.
Their aim is to give insight into the AFL world from the perspective of the tall and includes interviews from the game's past and present big men.
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Ball Magnets
Featuring Carlton's Patrick Cripps, Collingwood's Tom Mitchell and Brisbane's Lachie Neale, Ball Magnets is a podcast for some of the game's best ball winners to sit down with an array of AFL and sports stars to talk about the ins and outs of the game.
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In The Green Room
In The Green Room is the Giants' official podcast hosted by their head of content Jacob Gaynor and star midfielder Tom Green.
They host a variety of guests and cover a variety of topics in this comedically toned podcast.
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Ben and Harry
Hosted by twin brothers Ben and Harry McKay, the show offers not just a great insight into life as an AFL player but also into the lives of the two brothers.
They share personal stories, hot takes and talk about everything happening in the AFL world.
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Ads and Dunks
A bromance that bloomed during their time at the Bulldogs, Adam Treloar and Josh Dunkley host this podcast together, giving listeners an insight into their lives.
They cover American sports, the horse races, and, of course, the footy, as well as sharing stories from their time in the game.
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Pass The AUX
Hawthorn's Tom Barrass blends his passion for philosophy and music in this podcast that veers from the usual form of most AFL players.
Tom and co-host Mathew, as well as their guests, talk about a varying range of topics while keeping a constant theme of music running throughout.
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