

Dyl & Friends
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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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Nov 9, 2025 • 1h 29min
Adrian Hickmott: The Spiritual Leader of the Hawks' Forward Line | #308
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This week on Dyl & Friends, we sit down with one of footy’s most loved coaches, Adrian Hickmott.
Hickmott’s story stretches from the tiny town of Noradjuha to playing in the 1995 Grand Final with Geelong, then winning Carlton’s best first year player in his debut season… before punching on, moving clubs, retiring, and quietly building one of the most respected coaching reputations in the game.
We dive deep into Adrian's signature whiteboard sessions, why all debts should be paid in crayfish, and the coaching journey that took him from captain-coach in Shepparton to Rumbalara, Essendon, a decade under Adam Simpson at the Eagles, and now Hawthorn. Adrian opens up on culture, tough-love vs compassion, challenging the norms, and whether the ambition to senior coach still burns.
A genuine beauty of a chat with one of the most fascinating, thoughtful and beloved coaches in footy. Enjoy fam xx
If you liked this episode, you'll love episode #240 with Tom Harley.
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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Dyl & Friends is produced by Monica Vantilburg.
Video and audio production by Producey.

Nov 7, 2025 • 12min
TEASER: Hickmott's Biggest Pre-Season | #308
TEAAAAASER!!
In this teaser, we get a first taste of the legend that is Adrian Hickmott. Adrian gives us a glimpse into the mysterious footy gods, the story behind his fake teeth, why all debts should be paid in crayfish, and how he somehow completed a full pre-season with the Eagles at 45 years old.
We dive into his famous whiteboard sessions, the morning routine that sets him up, and a few early hints of the wisdom, weirdness and heart that make him one of the most loved coaches in the game.
Full ep out Monday xx
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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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Dyl & Friends is produced by Monica Vantilburg.
Video and audio production by Producey.

Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 5min
New Rules, Tradies & The FINAL Ride... | Footy & Friends
Yessss welcome back Faffers!
It was an emotional episode this week as the boys each reminisced on how they met their wives. We also went through the new rule changes in the AFL, discussed the future of ruck craft and farewelled Linc before he embarks on his holiday to the US.
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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Nov 4, 2025 • 25min
New studio updates, kissing your cousins & more spa chat | Minis #166
YESSSSS minis we back!! Linc & Mon join me as we say goodbye to Linc before he goes on a big holiday.
What we cover:
I'm a tradie now and I just wanna nail some stuff
Linc's having Thanksgiving in the USA
Would you stay overseas with distant cousins?
We're not good at geography
Buy Dwayne Russell's book here!
Linc's going to the spa!!!
DAF B&F Survey here!!!! We love your feedback xx
Recs:
Dyl: Crime Interrupted podcast, Royal Otis Dido cover & Blue Crush the movie
Mon: House Party Playlist by Gem Dimond
Linc: Change - Angel in my Pocket
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Nov 2, 2025 • 1h 31min
Dwayne Russell: The Voice of the AFL | #307
YESSS, this episode of Dyl and Friends is proudly brought to you by our friends at LIV Golf Adelaide.
“Wherever you’re watching around the world…”
This week we’re joined by the iconic caller himself, Dwayne Russell.
We talk early footy days, the best game he ever played, the biggest characters he shared a locker room with (think Gary Ablett Snr.), and how he stumbled his way from footy into commentary in 2002. From Channel 9 to Fox Sports to Fox Footy, Dwayne became known for his unique style and iconic lines. We chat through his favourite moments & how he nails the art of articulation.
He shares what it really takes to make it as a commentator, the pressure of big moments, his biggest calls, and whether he remembers calling the day Dyl kicked three against the Dees.
Plus, the book he started writing 20 years ago and why he’s finally bringing the story together. A ripping chat with one of footy’s great storytellers. I felt bloody inspired after this one, enjoy xx
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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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Dyl & Friends is produced by Monica Vantilburg.
Video and audio production by Producey.

Oct 31, 2025 • 11min
TEASER: Dwayne Russell's First Kiss Story | #307
YESSSS THE VOICE OF THE AFL!!
Teaser ep before we release one of my favourite episodes of the year with the big man himself, Dwayne Russell. The voice behind so many iconic footy moments joins Dyl for a teaser that’s equal parts chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly deep.
From breaking down the greatest piece of commentary of all time to revealing how many of his legendary one-liners are planned versus off-the-cuff, Dwayne opens up about the craft behind the mic and the mindset that’s kept him at the top of his game for decades.
Then, we get personal. Dwayne shares his first kiss story, ranks his top and bottom three teams to call, and gives us an inside look into his lifelong love affair with milk.
It’s safe to say, this one’s GOOD. Full ep out Monday xx
VOTE IN THE DYL & FRIENDS BEST & FAIREST NOW!
BUY DWAYNE'S BOOK HERE!
FOLLOW DWAYNE ON INSTAGRAM HERE!
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.

Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 5min
Chatting Draft Stories, Kissing and Sushi with Robin Nahas | Footy & Friends
Yessss welcome back Faffers!
A big episode today which included all of your favourite topics; footy analysis, draft stories and most importantly, kissing. This episode was headlined by a big change in FAF leadership, with Mick jumping in the hosting chair while Dyl is away catching some sun. We welcomed back one of our favourites, Robin Nahas, to fill the vacant seat on the panel while Brett was at his cheerful best.
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
🌷 FAFFERS PATREON: www.patreon.com/footyandfriends
👕 BUY MERCH HERE: https://clubbysports.com/collections/...
📸 FAF INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/footyandfriends
🎥 FAF TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/footyandfriends
✏️ WRITE TO OUR MAILBAG: boris@clubbysports.com
Footy & Friends is produced by Lincoln Allan
Video and audio production by Producey.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 22min
Is it weird to have a spa with your coworkers? | Minis #165
MINIS LESSSGO. Benny & Mon join me for lots of laughs and plenty of compliments. What we cover:
An update on my DIY (got a new chainsaw)
Josh Kennedy out this week!!
Dwayne Russell made me love my life
We've got heaps of books coming your way
I stepped on a snake
Should we let the boys go to the spa?
ENTER THE 2025 DYL & FRIENDS B&F HERE!!
Dyl's rec: White Flag cover by Royal Otis
Mon's rec: Olivia Dean A Couple Minutes with the Colour Studio
Benny's rec: Carl Barron is touring
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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Video and audio production by Producey.

Oct 26, 2025 • 1h 28min
Josh Kennedy: The Heart of The Swans | #306
YESSS, this episode of Dyl and Friends is proudly brought to you by our friends at LIV Golf Adelaide.
This week on Dyl & Friends, we’re joined by one of the toughest and most respected players of the modern era, Josh Kennedy.
A Sydney Swans great, 2012 premiership player, three-time All-Australian, and three-time club Best & Fairest, Josh was the heart and soul of the Swans for over a decade. From his beginnings at Hawthorn under the father-son rule, surrounded by legends like Hodge, Mitchell, and Lewis, to becoming a cornerstone of the Bloods culture up north, his journey is one of grit & leadership.
We chat about the early days at the Hawks, his trade to Sydney, the premiership glory of 2012, and the heartbreak that followed in 2014 and 2016. Josh opens up about captaining the club, playing alongside Buddy Franklin and the lessons he’s taken into life after footy.
This one’s packed with wisdom and a few laughs from one of the game’s true greats. Enjoy fam xx
If you liked this episode, you'll love episode #246 with Matt De Boer.
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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Oct 24, 2025 • 12min
TEASER: Champagne Showers with Josh Kennedy | #306
YESSSS JOSH KENNEDY!!
In this teaser we’re diving into some of the best stories from one of the Swans’ all-time greats based on YOUR questions!
From finding out why John Longmire is really called “Horse,” to reliving the magic of the 2012 premiership, Josh opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and everything in between. And don’t worry, we had to ask about the champagne showers story... Full ep out Monday don't miss it!!
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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Dyl & Friends is produced by Monica Vantilburg.
Video and audio production by Producey.


