The Agenda Setters

Mitch Cleary, Tom Morris and Nick Riewoldt unpack Chris Scott’s mid-season USA golf trip, Rooey’s strong take on Ben King’s game, and the AFL’s incoming limits on contact drills at training. Plus, the latest on Essendon’s trade stance around Zach Merrett, West Coast and Essendon circling an emerging Bulldog, North Melbourne asking the question on Jacob Weitering, Pendles’ 2027 call, Joel Amartey’s Swans future, and another edition of 'I Can See Cleary Now'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Morris unpacks Melbourne’s ongoing legal issues, suggesting a well-intentioned club meeting was ultimately mishandled and failed to satisfy Steven May and his partner. He also assesses Essendon’s coaching search, with Dean Solomon and James Hird emerging as frontrunners, before revealing why St Kilda overlooked highly-rated draft prospect Murphy Reid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Morris has the latest on Chris Fagan’s future, including why Tasmania appears off the table and why 2027 could be his final season. Plus, Luke Hodge reacts to Carlton’s leadership meeting, Kane Cornes shares his blueprint to fix umpiring, and the AFL explores taking a home-and-away game to India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The panel reflects on the emotional state funeral for Neale Daniher and the incredible legacy he leaves behind across football and the wider community. They also discuss Melbourne and Essendon's decision to honour Daniher with commemorative guernseys in Saturday's clash, before turning their attention to the intriguing pre-funeral catch-up between James Hird, Paul Little and Kevin Sheedy, with Mitch Cleary suggesting there may be more to the meeting than meets the eye.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The panel examines Collingwood's long-term direction amid interest in Fremantle CEO Simon Garlick and Kane Cornes' call for a rebuild. Ben King's unsigned future at Gold Coast continues to attract attention, while a Queensland couple's remarkable $40 million FightMND donation headlines a day of major AFL off-field developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Essendon’s search for a new coach dominates the agenda, with Caroline Wilson revealing the club has the financial flexibility to target John Longmire and suggesting he remains firmly on the Bombers’ radar. The panel debates the merits of candidates including Nathan Buckley and James Hird as the fallout from Brad Scott’s departure continues. Plus, scrutiny on Melbourne coach Steven King, concern over Brisbane’s body language, discussion around Jase Burgoyne’s racism case, and Luke Hodge’s verdict on Jack Silvagni’s impact at St Kilda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Essendon’s off-field drama shows no signs of slowing down. Mitch Cleary reveals the latest on James Hird’s links to the Bombers coaching vacancy, including claims from Hird’s camp about his previous pursuit. Plus, Tom Morris delivers an update on former captain Zach Merrett’s future, saying he believes the star midfielder’s “eyes, mind and heart” remain firmly fixed on Hawthorn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guests deliver an emotional tribute to Neale Daniher’s resilience and lasting legacy, detailing his fight against MND and role in launching the Big Freeze. Meanwhile, scrutiny is intensifying at Essendon, with reports of a strained relationship between Brad Scott and assistant Dean Solomon fuelling speculation over Scott’s future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawthorn’s long-standing Tasmanian partnership is coming to an end following an AFL directive, with Caroline Wilson revealing the club could explore selling games to Cairns. Caro also unpacks growing uncertainty around the Gold Coast SUNS’ Northern Territory arrangement. Meanwhile, pressure builds on Essendon coach Brad Scott as Mitch Cleary questions Bombers CEO Tim Roberts about Scott’s future in an exclusive interview. Plus, Luke Hodge weighs in on Elijah Tsatas, Daisy praises Daniel Turner’s breakout season, and the AFL Record gets a fresh new look this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Agenda Setters, Sydney drops St Kilda as its Pride Game opponent following fallout from the Lance Collard tribunal case, sparking fresh debate across the AFL. Tom Morris breaks down why Angus Brayshaw’s concussion claim was rejected, revealing key details that made the criteria difficult to satisfy. Plus, Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir joins the panel to discuss the Dockers’ hot start to the season and the expectations building in the west.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Hinkley is emerging as the leading candidate to coach Tasmania’s inaugural AFL side, while Collingwood has reportedly handed Scott Pendlebury all merchandise profits from his record-breaking game. Meanwhile, fresh speculation surrounds Lachie Neale’s future, with Tom Morris suggesting Adelaide, St Kilda and Collingwood could all target the Brisbane superstar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Agenda Setters, the fallout from the Elijah Hollands controversy continues, with questions still surrounding the handling of the situation and the AFL’s findings. Debate builds around the AFL’s $75,000 fine and what it means for accountability moving forward. Concerns linger across the league over how the situation was managed, as key figures weigh in on the response. Plus, the Brisbane–Essendon whiteboard saga continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clubs are pushing back on the AFL, with St Kilda president Andrew Bassat telling The Agenda Setters the draft bidding changes “do not go far enough.” Nick Riewoldt reacts to a leaked Melbourne member survey, pointing to optimism at the club, and addresses Brad Scott’s “lazy” comment. Rory Lobb joins the panel to discuss leadership and Tom Liberatore’s future. Hawthorn’s interest in Zak Butters cools. Plus, discussion around alternate AFL broadcasts and innovation in television coverage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.