
Dyl & Friends
Dylan invites interesting and notable guests to share their stories in a humorous and lighthearted chat, with plenty of banter mixed in as well. It’s like a hug from an old mate, it’s incredibly warm, positive, and comforting. He touches on career and life highs and lows, taps into mindset and psyche and ultimately uncovers what makes his guests happy and successful. You don’t need to know the guests before listening, Dyl will have you thinking they’re your best mates when the 60 or so minutes is up. *Description provided by Dylan Buckley's mum.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 25min
We played Buckley Bingo! Round 15 Review | Footy & Friends
Yessss welcome back to another Weekend Review!
The mood was much better this week—no hard outs, no quad injuries, and fewer phone calls! Mick and Brett kicked things off by secretly playing a game of Buckley Bingo, trying to get Dyl to drop as many FAF clichés as possible (it only lasted 10 minutes).
After that, we broke down Mick’s Roos and their big win over Carlton, laughed about how Dyl had no clue who Essendon’s new ruckman was, and Brett shared the story of his jumper presentation on Sunday afternoon.
Enjoy!
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. I appreciate you all so much. ILY xx
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Video and audio production by Producey.
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Jun 22, 2025 • 1h 7min
Josh Fraser: No. 1 Draft Pick to Coaching the Next Gen | #288
This week on Dyl & Friends, we’re joined by former #1 draft pick, Collingwood star, and now Head of Development at the Pies, Josh Fraser.
Frase was one of my coaches back in the day at the Blues and I have him to thank for so many good lessons learnt in my life.
Josh was taken with the top pick in the 1999 draft and walked into one of the biggest clubs in the country as a teenager. He went on to play 200+ games in the black and white, feature in two Grand Finals, and build a reputation as one of the most skilful and mobile rucks of his generation.
In this chat we spoke about life as a number 1 draft pick, playing under Mick Malthouse, the near-misses with those early 2000s Pies sides, and the challenges of transitioning into coaching after retirement. Josh also opened up about leadership and what he’s learned working with young athletes across AFL and development pathways.
It was bloody awesome to catch up with Frase for a chat. Hope you enjoy xx
If you liked this episode, you'll love episode #255 with Leigh Montagna.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 49min
Are we all friends again?? Round 15 Preview | Footy & Friends
Yessss, welcome back Faffers!
The boys regroup after a tense episode earlier in the week, doing their best to preview Round 15 without yelling at each other. Dyl whips out his Australian Juniors tracksuit—much to Brett and Mick’s dismay. We dive into some classic 2016 WAFL Reserves stats, debut a brand-new segment, and still manage to squeeze in a full preview of the upcoming weekend of footy.
Enjoy!
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Jun 17, 2025 • 32min
Travel horror stories & running through walls | Minis #146
Yes beautiful family and friends we are back in the studio & today we have mini virgin Archie joining us! Mon and frisbee king Zach are also here.
What we cover:
Meet Archie
Dad tings with Zach
Breaking the rules with our recommendations
Kate McCarthy & Paul Taylor rundown
FAF live show tickets here!!
Travelling horror stories - pls send yours to mailbag@dylandfriends.com or dm us on Instagram @dylandfriends xx
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Jun 16, 2025 • 50min
We unpack Brett's playing return and it got TENSE! Round 14 Review | Footy & Friends
Yesss, welcome back to another weekend review!
It was a somber start to the show as we dissected Brett's short-lived appearance for Coleambally on Saturday as part of the Carlton Draft...he only managed to stay on the park for five minutes! We also welcomed Mick back after his two weeks in Perth, and Dyl’s lack of analysis was on full display as Brett threw some hard-hitting footy questions his way.
Enjoy!
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. I appreciate you all so much. ILY xx
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Footy & Friends is produced by Lincoln Allan
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FAFFERS PATREON
- https://www.patreon.com/footyandfriends
GET YOUR TASSIE LIVE SHOW TICKETS
- https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130062B3EAD04007
(The Country Club, in Launceston on Friday the 27th of June!

Jun 15, 2025 • 1h 21min
Paul Taylor: Navy Officer, Neuroscientist, Physiologist, Nutritionist, Psychologist... wtf | #287
Yes my beautiful friends this week on Dyl & Friends, we’ve got one of my all-time favourite guests, Paul Taylor.
Paul’s genuinely lived about a thousand lives and he’s only just warming up. He’s a former British Navy Aircrew Officer turned Neuroscientist, Physiologist, and Nutritionist, and he’s now completing a PhD in Applied Psychology. Seriously impressive.
We spoke about his wild time in the military, including some hectic moments as a helicopter search and rescue crewman, and his experience in resistance-to-interrogation training (it's as full on as it sounds).
Paul has spent decades obsessed with one thing: human performance. From flying missions in high-pressure environments to helping the Australian Military build stress-resilient soldiers, his work is all about training the brain and body to thrive under pressure.
In this episode, we dive into the science of stress, resilience, habits, cold exposure, breathwork, leadership, sleep, and why most of us are getting modern life completely backwards.
I rarely listen to my own voice but I've already had a second go at this episode. It was seriously GOOOOD. Enjoy xx
Contact Paul via his website here!!
If you liked this episode, you'll love episode #211 with Tim Moss.
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. Appreciate you fam. ILY xx
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Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 19min
It's a Tiger Takeover as Adam Pattison joins us! Round 14 Preview | Footy & Friends
Yesss welcome back to another weekend preview Faffers!
For the third ep in a row we were lucky enough to be joined by a special guest, with one of Brett's former teammates Adam Pattison joining the show in place of Mick. We covered plenty of ground in this ep, and kicked it off by discussing some of the boys antics at Richmond in the mid 2000s.
Once we got going, we previewed all of the upcoming round 14 AFL action before we were joined by a former AFL legend (who stole Dyl's job!) as well as a 42 game Carlton star.
Enjoy!
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. I appreciate you all so much. ILY xx
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Footy & Friends is produced by Lincoln Allan
Video and audio production by Producey.
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FAFFERS PATREON
- https://www.patreon.com/footyandfriends
GET YOUR TASSIE LIVE SHOW TICKETS
- https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130062B3EAD04007
(The Country Club, in Launceston on Friday the 27th of June!

Jun 10, 2025 • 34min
Kidnappings, wagyu poisoning & some very good recommendations | Minis #145
Yes fam we're back in studio today with Josh S, Benny & Mon!
We're back to our roots today with shit stories, good recommendations & plenty of laughs.
What we cover:
A 6 minute story about wagyu
Imagine getting kidnapped twice
Do not take medical advice from Dylan
Some of our best recs ever
Enter FAF live show giveaway here!!!
200Plus Uncut tickets here!!!
Follow Mon's friend on her 100km walk at Borrowed Steps here!!
Two Broke Chicks link for gooood deals!!
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. Appreciate you fam. ILY xx
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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 19min
Dyson Heppell joins us to chat trench coats, cherries & the Dons! Round 13 Review | Footy & Friends
Yessss welcome back Faffers!
With Mick in Perth with the Roos for another week, Dyson Heppell joined Brett and Dyl as we unpacked all of the footy action from round 13. We discussed Mack's new trench coat, Jack Ginnivan's antics, some rogue Essendon players from yesterday and plenty more.
Enjoy!
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 16min
Kate McCarthy: AFLW Star to Voice of the Game | #286
This week on Dyl & Friends we have commentator, analyst and all round legend, Kate McCarthy.
Kate is a trailblazer of AFLW. She played in the inaugural AFLW season, making history while navigating the intense pressure and personal sacrifices that came with it, including missing her sister’s wedding to play in the very first Grand Final.
In this episode, Kate opens up about the mental health challenges of being in and out of the team, the emotional toll of feeling discarded by coaches, and the impact of being diagnosed with ADHD.
She also dives deep into her media career, discussing what it’s really like commentating footy, and the complicated reality of critiquing former teammates and friends live on air.
Can't thank Kate enough for coming on the pod & being so open! Enjoy fam xx
If you liked this episode, you'll love episode #191 with Abbey Holmes.
If you want to support the show, please click follow or subscribe wherever you are listening. Also, if you loved the episode, please share it with your mum, dad, friend or dog. Appreciate you fam. ILY xx
Want to chat or have an idea? 👇🏼👇🏼
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Dyl & Friends is produced by Monica Vantilburg.
Video and audio production by Producey.