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Golden Years

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Hosts Ashley Browne, Andrew Weiss and Darren Levin are back for season 2 of 'Golden Years', the podcast that combs through iconic games from the pages of brown and gold history, with the help of special Hawthorn guests. Join the likes of past great Leigh Matthews, and current star Tom Mitchell, as we look back on the special moments that made the Hawthorn Football Club what it is today.
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Episodes

1983 Premiership Reunion: Robert DiPierdomenico

Robert DiPierdomenico joins the team from the Hawks Insiders podcast to discuss the 1983 Grand Final. Dipper reflects on the rivalry, key opponents from the era and gives us his take on what a Round 1 pre-game Hawks address could look like. This is a must-listen for any die-hard Hawks fan or footy enthusiast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 16, 202329 min

1983 Premiership Reunion: Terry Wallace

Terry Wallace is the next guest to team up with the Hawks Insiders podcast to discuss the 1983 Grand Final. Wallace speaks on the lead up to the 83 Grand Final, the rivalry with Essendon and shares his predictions for the 2023 AFL side. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 09, 202344 min

1983 Premiership Reunion: Rodney Eade

Rodney Eade joins the team from the Hawks Insiders podcast to discuss the 1983 Grand Final. The conversation covers key players and figures from the era, including Leigh Matthews, Michael Tuck and Allan Jeans. The team take a deep dive into the pivotal moments of the game and how each player contributed to the Hawks' 1983 success. This is a must-listen for any die-hard Hawks fan or footy enthusiast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 07, 202336 min

Draft Special: Denver gives some nuggets on his first year at the club

Denver Grainger-Barras joined the Golden Years crew for a chat about his first year with the club following his top 10 selection that saw him move from one side of the country to the other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Trade Special: A premiership hero returns to the Hawks

Premiership hero, David Hale is making a return to the brown and gold as an assistant coach following his departure as a player six years ago. His original pathway to the club was via a trade from North Melbourne and David chats to the Golden Years crew about how it all happened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 07, 202151 minSeason 2Ep. 10

A Hawk and the Olympics, how are they connected?

1983 Premiership Player Michael Byrne joins the crew for a chat about his playing days and how he came to the Hawks from his previous club, but also what had him over in Tokyo for the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Chad Wingard on the impact of Shaun Burgoyne to the game we all love

Chad Wingard joins the Golden Years crew for a chat about the immense impact Shaun Burgoyne has had on the game of football and his career personally. From the stories of Shaun's time at Port Adelaide to the eventual realisation that they would become teammates at Hawthorn, Chad speaks with nothing but high regard for a person he considers a close friend and an inspirational leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 7

The man who started the cultural revolution at Hawthorn

The Golden Years crew chat with former Hawthorn recruiting manager, John Turnbull. Turnbull was responsbile for the recruitment of Chance Bateman and Mark Williams, which started a positive movement towards more inclusion First Nations players coming to the brown and gold. In this insightful episode, you'll get an understanding of the process and drive to bring players to a football club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 01, 202159 minSeason 2Ep. 6

The freak James Morrissey and his 1991 success

The gang sit down with James Morrissey for a chat about his career, and more specifically, his 1991 Premiership (James' third). An episode you don't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Our first home game on the Apple Isle

Hear from Nathan Thompson as he chats with the Golden Years crew about the Round 6 clash of 2001. It was the Hawks first of many as they begun the now 21 years of partnership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 21, 202159 minSeason 2Ep. 3

The coach who was never defeated

This week the Golden Years crew speak with the one time senior coach at the Hawks who holds a perfect record alongside Brendan Bolton. Chris Connolly is well known as the former coach of Fremantle, but his time at the Hawks was varied and enriched with stories that will delight Hawks fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 07, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Tom Mitchell on silencing the Tigers' roar... in a silent stadium.

Flashback to Round 3 last year, when the Hawks manage to defeat the reigning premiers in a stunning victory.... but no-one was there to enjoy it. Tom Mitchell joins the podcast to discuss this incredibly unique occasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 202138 minSeason 2Ep. 1

The GOAT Leigh Matthews for the first time on Golden Years

Hawthorn Legend Leigh Matthews joined the crew for a chat on the Golden Years podcast. Talking about the premierships, the coaches and the moments from his decorated career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 17, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Finding out your in a Grand Final from the radio

Ray Wilson is one of the players who can say they found out they had made a Grand Final team via the announcement on the radio. That is a far cry from what happens these days. Wilson brings his unique story telling See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 09, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Trade Special - Trent Croad gives an insight into the rollercoaster that is trade period

Hawk then Docker, then Hawk again, Trent Croad speaks to the gang about the move West on 'loan' before his return to the brown and gold. In this candid interview, Trent sheds light on how the deal was made as well as his insight into that famous Grand Final day injury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 06, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Get to the chopper! The day Huddo took to the skies

Imagine flying in to play a game of footy in a helicopter? Well, Peter Hudson did just that, in the one and only match he played in the 1973 season, the Hawks came calling and the big forward delivered with eight goals, whilst not enough to secure the win and a push into the finals, the tall Tasmanian created some memories of a unique means of getting to a match. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 28

To merge or not to merge? That is the question

If you mention the merger match to anyone who lived through the 90's, they will remember the scenes of that turbulent time for both Hawthorn and Melbourne Football Clubs. The Hawks defeated the Dees in what was known as the Merger Match and both clubs went on to survive on their own. Andy Collins joins the Golden Years crew for a chat about the game that was almost the end for Melbourne and the second last for the Hawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 08, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Moore on the '71 Grand Final

Kelvin Moore gives his insight into the 1971 VFL Grand Final and what helped the side claim victory on the biggest day on the calendar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 01, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 26

You never forget your first

Relive the club's first Premiership with Morton Browne as he expertly remembers the details of the how the club when about it's first piece of silverwear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Reeling in the Big Fish

Paul Salmon joins the Golden Years team for a chat about his Hawthorn days and tells a few stories that will put a smile on every Hawk fans face. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 24

When the Hawks won the West

The Golden Years crew is joined by Andy Gowers to chat about the 1991 Qualifying Final. The match saw the Hawks head West to take on the Eagles on their own turf and the galliant victory paved the way for the rest of the finals series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Luke 'The Difference' Breust and the start of the three-peat

Luke Breust joins the Golden Years team for a chat from the WA hub as they look back at the 2013 Grand Final win over Fremantle. A club that they will face in the coming weeks. Luke gives incredible insight into the emotions and inside stories that led to that win in September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 04, 202053 minSeason 1Ep. 22

The X-Man and that 2012 Preliminary Final classic

Much loved Hawk Xavier Ellis joins the Golden Years crew on this episode and discusses the electrifying win over the Crows in the 2012 Preliminary Final which had the Hawks in front by plenty before the Crows mounted a comeback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 21

The goal fest that was the 1988 Grand Final

The start of Hawthorn's first ever back to back Premiership wins, the 1988 Grand Final saw the Hawks face the Demons and by the time the siren had sounded, the Hawks had slotted 22 goals, yes you read that correctly, 22 goals! Peter Schwab was there and even booted the first goal of the match, relive that day and the inside stories of the famous '88 win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 20

A heart-stopping game, and a Buddy great goal!

We won't soon forget this game. Down by four points at the 27-minute mark of the fourth quarter in the 2007 Elimination Final. Season all but done. Then comes the goal that will forever be imprinted in the mind's of the brown and goal faithful. Hawks Champion Jordan Lewis joins the Golden Year podcast to relive this incredible game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Jonathan Hay opens up about his life and career

Jonathan Hay joins the Golden Years team to chat about his interesting career timeline and the comeback farewell match for a club great, Jason Dunstall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 07, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 18

It's snow joke... Hawks play in the first snow match

Isaac Smith ran out onto the training track in nothing but jocks, the coach went for a run without his shirt and even wore shorts to game despite the cold forecast. It was the first AFL match played in the snow and Clarko and his men made the most of the cold situation and dominated GWS. Isaac Smith joins the Golden Years crew for a chat about last year's snow game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 17
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