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Deeluded - The Melbourne Demons Podcast

Kiran Iyer and Nita Raodeeludedpodcast.buzzsprout.com
Kiran and Nita's first date was the 2006 Melbourne-St Kilda elimination final. Since those glory days, it's been all downhill for the Dees, though we're still bickering about team selection, coaches, and trade strategy, now from Mexico City. Facebook: @Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community. Instagram: @Deeludedpodcast.
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Episodes

Deeluded No More

In our last episode of Deeluded, we process our incredible, drought-breaking premiership victory, discuss every player on our sensational team, and reminisce about the Deeluded journey. It's been such a blast—Go Dees!!! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Sep 28, 202146 minSeason 5Ep. 27

Deestiny Awaits (with Michael Gleeson from The Age)

After all the years of waiting, the moment of truth is here. This week, The Age's Michael Gleeson helps us settle our nerves with an in-depth preview of the Grand Final. We discuss the critical matchups, our path to victory (and the trickery of Luke Beveridge), and whether Clayton Oliver was robbed at the Brownlow. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Sep 21, 202133 minSeason 5Ep. 26

On the Deeluded Couch (with Gerard Healy)

Revenge is a dish best served ... 10 years late? After our 186-point mauling by the Cats in 2011, who could have imagined how good this team would become? Gerard Healy joins us to discuss the special win against Geelong, our chase for Adam Cerra (could Weideman plus a pick get this deal done?), and who we should tag in the Grand Final. Plus, should Nathan Jones get a premiership medal? For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us...

Sep 14, 202138 minSeason 5Ep. 25

Deelicious (with Sam McClure from The Age)

Running out of superlatives to describe this team. So we brought in The Age's Sam McClure, live from hotel quarantine in Perth, to discuss our clinical win against the Lions, small defender options, and biggest tests on the road to the premiership. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Aug 31, 202139 minSeason 5Ep. 24

Follow the Lever (with Riley Beveridge from afl.com.au)

So many emotions, so little time. This week, afl.com.au's Riley Beveridge joins us to discuss the magnificent win against the Cats, the key matchups against the Lions, and rumours we're pursuing Jack Gunston. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Aug 25, 202144 minSeason 5Ep. 23

Deeprived (with Tom Morris from Fox Footy)

The Dees are rolling into September, but how do we stomach an Optus Stadium Grand Final? Fox Footy's Tom Morris joins us to discuss our finals venues, our form leading into finals, and whether Nathan Jones should be the medical sub if we make the Grand Final. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Aug 19, 202134 minSeason 5Ep. 22

Nibbling at Greatness

After the gritty win against West Coast, we're starting to believe again. This week, we discuss ANB's superb 100th, whether Harrison Petty has superseded Adam Tomlinson, and Luke Jackson's coming of age. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Aug 11, 202121 min

Is Robin Batman? (with Rohan Connolly from Footyology)

After pounding Gold Coast into the Marvel Stadium dirt, Footyology's Rohan Connolly joins us to discuss Clayton Oliver's (still) underrated season, the simple explanation for our scoring woes, and Jack Viney's costly mistake. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Aug 05, 202143 minSeason 5Ep. 20

Upside Brown (with Sen's Julian de Stoop)

After our tight loss to the Dogs, SEN's Julian de Stoop joins us to discuss our midfield's over-reliance on Trac and Clarry, why Gawny's dominance isn't translating into wins, and how we can get more out of Gus and Langdon. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Jul 26, 202135 minSeason 5Ep. 19

Unknown Dee-agnosis (with Nat Edwards from afl.com.au)

Why do we keep playing terribly against terrible teams? This week, afl.com.au's Nat Edwards joins us to discuss Clarko's blueprint to combat our backline, whether we can "trust" the Dees, and the accusations selfishness is creeping into our game. Plus we preview the top-of-the-table clash against the Dogs, and talk about Deeluded's debut on the Sunday Footy Show! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podc...

Jul 20, 202139 minSeason 5Ep. 18

Forgetting Todd Marshall (with Kane Cornes)

After the huge win against Port, what better time to interview Kane Cornes! We discuss Melbourne's superb performance on the weekend, Mark Williams's creative coaching methods, and how Petracca ranks against the giants of Kane's era. Plus, Kane explains how he's carved out such a prominent role in football media. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Jul 14, 202136 minSeason 5Ep. 17

Pig to the Slaughter

Are the Dees in trouble? Or is this all overblown? This week, we discuss our recent drop in form, and what we can do to fix it. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Jul 06, 202121 minSeason 5Ep. 16

What's Black and Red and Outside the Eight?

Scrappy win against the Dons, but we're still top of the ladder! This week, we discuss the rise and rise of Gus Brayshaw, Pig Hibberd's underrated season, and our big forward conundrum. Plus, we reminisce about Jesse Hogan, and preview the huge game against GWS. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Jun 30, 202123 minSeason 5Ep. 15

The Mid Season Deeview (with Sam McClure from The Age)

After licking our wounds from the tough loss to Collingwood, we're ready for a huge second half of the season. Sam McClure, star reporter from The Age and Footy Classified, joins us to discuss our road to September, Sam Weideman's struggles, and whether we might lose Yze or Williams to another club. Plus, a full preview of the Essendon game—Who goes to Stringer? For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please leave us a review on Apple Podca...

Jun 23, 202144 minSeason 5Ep. 14

Charlie and the Short Kick Factory (with Mitch Cleary from afl.com.au)

After the huge win against Brisbane, we're getting cocky. Who should present the premiership cup this year: Neale Daniher or Ron Barassi? And is COVID a bigger threat to our chances than the other teams? Plus, Mitch Cleary from afl.com.au joins us to discuss our fleet of small forwards, Sam Weideman's chances of staying at Melbourne, Darren Burgess's end-of-season departure from the club, and our mid-season draft picks. Bring on Queen's Birthday! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Dee...

Jun 09, 202138 minSeason 5Ep. 13

The Harmes Principle: Limiting Libba-ty (with Greg Baum from The Age)

This week, The Age's Chief Sports Writer Greg Baum joins us to discuss this brilliant Melbourne team (the best he's ever seen), Kiran's identity crisis in finally supporting a winning team, and what the club owes Nathan Jones. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Jun 02, 202135 minSeason 5Ep. 12

As The Crow Lies (with The Age's Daniel Cherny)

It took a truly horrendous decision to end our winning streak, but (maybe) the wakeup call we needed. This week, Daniel Cherny from The Age joins us to discuss Adelaide's clever tactics, Christian Petracca's flirtation with Collingwood before re-signing, and our potential next star: Sudanese refugee (and potential New Generation Academy pick) Mac Andrew. Plus, the question that has confounded mankind since Aristotle's days: Is Weed or Brown the answer? For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group...

May 25, 202138 minSeason 5Ep. 11

Deeluded Turns 100 (with MFC President Kate Roffey)

In our 100th episode, new MFC President Kate Roffey joins us to discuss her ambitious vision for the club. Kate's a straight shooter, and was happy to answer questions about a range of topics, including our long-awaited new home base, permanently cynical Melbourne supporters, Simon Goodwin's contract, the future of the AFL-W competition, and Glen Bartlett's departure. Thanks to everyone for supporting Deeluded over the journey! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne...

May 18, 202152 minSeason 5Ep. 10

Buddy Hell (with afl.com.au's Riley Beveridge)

This week, afl.com.au's Riley Beveridge joins us to discuss Melbourne's gritty win against Sydney, Steven May's stunning dismantling of Buddy Franklin, Tom McDonald's dramatic return to form, and what Kozzy Pickett's coaches were saying about him in his draft year. Plus, Riley puts on his Carlton supporter hat to preview this week's huge game. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!...

May 13, 202137 minSeason 5Ep. 9

The Seven Deadly Wins (with Fox Sports News's Sarah Olle)

Huge week for the Dees. Did we make the right move in re-signing Christian Petracca for seven years? Can Harrison Petty plug our defensive hole? Will Luke Jackson become our number one ruckman sooner than we think? Sarah Olle, Fox Sports News reporter and Swans ambassador, joins us to discuss these big questions, and give us an in-depth preview of the Swans game. Danger game! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate th...

May 05, 202134 minSeason 5Ep. 8

The Deenasty Begins (with Draft Expert Cal Twomey)

It's time to start planning the premiership tattoos. This week, the AFL's leading draft expert, Cal Twomey from afl.com.au, joins us to discuss Melbourne's canny list build, Luke Jackson's best position, and our next generation. (Spoiler: Jake Bowey is a combination of Lachie Whitfield and Caleb Daniel). Plus, we discuss Jonesy's 300th, our hatred of Richmond, and Christian Salem's Brownlow chances. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And p...

Apr 28, 202141 minSeason 5Ep. 7

Selection Deelemma (with ABC Grandstand's Andrew Mayes)

This week, we're joined by ABC broadcaster Andrew Mayes to discuss Melbourne's stunning start to 2021 and the huge showdown against Richmond. Can we pull this off?? For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Apr 20, 202131 minSeason 5Ep. 6

So Far So Goodwin (with Fox Footy's Tom Morris)

Fox Sports's Tom Morris joins us to discuss Melbourne's flag chances (can't believe we're writing that sentence), his exclusive story about Glen Bartlett's departure, and the role of Choco Williams in the Dees' resurgence. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Apr 14, 202149 minSeason 5Ep. 5

Fritsch Hunt

Life is great—Kosi's on fire, Trac's not going anywhere, and even Jayden Hunt's looking like a world-beater. Are the Dees legit this year? For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Apr 07, 202125 minSeason 5Ep. 4

Kos and Effect

This week, we marvel at the brilliance, composure, and resilience of Kosi Pickett. Plus, we preview the big game against GWS. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Mar 31, 202124 minSeason 5Ep. 3

The Next Black, Jordon

After the big win over Freo, we discuss the exciting debut of James Jordon, Tom McDonald's return to form, and Jayden Hunt's spot in defense. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Mar 24, 202122 minSeason 5Ep. 2

Yzing with confidence

Deeluded is back! In our season preview, we discuss our huge off-season (Yze! Choco! Daw!), analyze our makeshift forward line, and debate what a pass mark is for season 2021. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Mar 18, 202130 minSeason 5Ep. 1

MFC President Glen Bartlett on Melbourne's List, the Clarry Rumours, and the Long Road Back from Hell

This episode, MFC President Glen Bartlett joined us for a candid conversation about the state of our list, financial position, rumours about Clayton Oliver's future, and expectations on our football department heading into a massive 2021 season. Glen was direct, honest, and willing to engage on the tough issues, and we came away very impressed. For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review...

Oct 24, 202049 min

Season Review: Off-field rumblings and list changes (ft. Tom Morris)

Now the season's out of the way, it's time for what really matters—wild speculation about coaching changes, trade targets, and board overhauls. We're joined by Tom Morris from Fox Sports, who has some breaking news about Josh Mahoney's future, the status of Jack Viney's contract negotiations, and our interest in Isaac Smith and Adam Saad. Plus, a surprising insight into Clayton Oliver's personality... For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And...

Oct 02, 202042 min

Episode 16 - Who Let the Dogs In

As the Dees limply exit another season, we discuss whether this season has been a success or failure, and the possible career ending COVID breach by Harley Bennell. Full season review next week! For more Dees chat, join our Facebook group: "Deeluded—The Melbourne Demons Fan Community." And please subscribe, rate the podcast, and leave us a review!

Sep 21, 202017 min
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