For God's Sake Please Just Beat The Crows
Todd and Jasper review a disasterclass in the wet against Melbourne before talking about the future of a pair of young Dons and looking ahead to a must-win Friday night clash.
Jul 16, 2024•29 min
The Flight Plan
Plotting Essendon's Path back to Glory and Fame!
Join co-hosts Jasper Chellappah and Todd Davey as they discuss everything Essendon, the footy club, the players, the history and everything in between.
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Episodes
The Moves That Make Essendon A Top 4 Team, Brutalising The Pies & A Gawn-Less Dees
Todd and Jasper chat after a dominant performance against the Pies, with the Essendon physicality and pressure the highlight. The boys praise the moves that have made the Bombers a top four side and look ahead to a Gawn-less Demons.
Jul 09, 2024•39 min
Validating Your Umpire Feelings, The Non-Negotiable Changes To The Team & Out Of Form Spotlight On Some Dons
Todd and Jasper reflect on a horrible game of footy against the Cats, including the umpiring howlers, a lack of effort and the changes that must be made to the team.
Jul 02, 2024•39 min
A Podcast Dedicated To Sam Durham & Jye Caldwell
Todd and Jasper are basking in the glow of a top four team, all thanks to midfield maestros Sam Durham and Jye Caldwell. They chat the much-needed positional moves from Brad Scott, Nate Caddy's sparkling goals and being favourites vs Geelong for the first time in 12 years. Todd's Twitter: https://x.com/ToddJDavey Jasper's Twitter: https://x.com/Jasperc53
Jun 25, 2024•43 min
Brad Scott's Biggest Issue, Is Martin A Forward & The AFL Draft Small Forwards
Todd & Jasper reflect on another frustrating loss, this time to the Blues on King's Birthday Eve. They touch on Brad Scott's biggest flaws to date, an inability to convert in the forward 50 and look ahead to an Essendon NGA prospect in the AFL Draft.
Jun 11, 2024•38 min
The McKay Cup, Nick Hind's Ascendancy, The Nick Bryan Discourse & We Forgot What It Felt Like To Lose
Todd and Jasper return after losing for the first time in 58 days. They discuss the frustrations from a narrow loss on the Gold Coast, look ahead to the first time Ben and Harry McKay go head to head, and highlight the players elevating themselves and letting the team down.
Jun 04, 2024•39 min
Nate Caddy's Debut, Huge Selection Calls, A Massive Gold Coast Preview & The Laziest Player In The AFL
Todd and Jasper return after a Dreamtime win which has the Dons in the top 2, but things are far from perfect. Jordan Ridley's sparkling return, Nate Caddy's debut, the huge selection calls to be made and a massive Gold Coast fixture are all on the agenda.
May 28, 2024•39 min
Firing Up Over Jones' Suspension, Caddy vs Bryan, Could Merrett Play 400 Games & The Selection Crunch
Todd & Jasper fire up over Harry Jones' ridiculous MRO suspension, but then debate who deserves his spot - Nick Bryan or Nate Caddy. They review the North win and look ahead to Dreamtime at the 'G with a huge selection crunch coming.
May 21, 2024•38 min
Top 4 Bombers, Guelfi For PM & Prime Time Footy
Todd & Jasper recap one of the best Dons performances in years, dismantling the Giants under the lid. They discuss Matt Guelfi's incredible role, Jordan Ridley's imminent return and reassess their season expectations.
May 14, 2024•40 min
FLIGHT PLAN LIVE: The Giant Essendon Meetup
Todd and Jasper took centre stage in front of over 200 Dons fans before the Bombers took care of the Giants to launch themselves into the top 4!
May 12, 2024•26 min
Expected Scores, Brownlows Merrett & The Giant Essendon Meet-Up
Todd and Jasper are running on top of the ground as the Dons sit pretty in 5th after a third of the season. On the agenda is the expected scores media narrative, Merrett's perfect month and a massive live show ahead of the GWS match.
May 07, 2024•35 min
The Dons Are Making Us Proud, Andy McGrath's Renaissance, A Masterful Midfield & A Big Harley Reid Preview
Toddy and Jasper return after a heartstopping Anzac Day and are full of praise for the Bombers and Brad Scott. They talk about the best Essendon midfield in years, Andy McGrath's incredible year and preview a huge game over in the West against the Eagles. GIANT ESSENDON MEETUP: https://www.intix.com.au/event/essendon-fan-podcast-live-event
Apr 30, 2024•43 min
The Ultimate Anzac Day Preview, Brad Scott's Incredible Fortnight & Why Essendon Beats Collingwood
Toddy & Jasper are pumped to preview the biggest Anzac Day clash in years as a red hot Bombers side takes it to the reigning premiers. GIANT ESSENDON MEETUP: https://www.intix.com.au/event/essendon-fan-podcast-live-event
Apr 24, 2024•38 min
Sam Durham Masterclass, Ben Is The Best McKay Twin & A Special Flight Plan Announcement
Round 9 Giant Essendon Meet-Up Tickets: https://www.intix.com.au/event/essendon-fan-podcast-live-event Toddy and Jasper are up and about after a scintillating Friday night beatdown of the Dogs, and have a huge Flight Plan announcement off the top!
Apr 16, 2024•34 min
Edge-Less Essendon Eclipsed, Where to Now for the Dismal Dons?
Jasper and Toddy are back following a bitterly disappointing Gather Round loss to Port Adelaide on Friday night. The boys discuss what went wrong and what needs to be rectified before a 'season-defining' match against the Bulldogs, before Jasper makes a spirited plea to help Todd understand the appeal of Gather Round. LISTEN NOW
Apr 09, 2024•29 min
Essendon's Mighty Marvel Triumph, Sensational Stringer & Penetrating The Portress
Toddy & Jasper are back and PUMPED after one of the best Dons wins in recent years. They chat about the frenetic pressure against the Saints, Nic Martin's performance & a huge Friday night against Port Adelaide.
Apr 02, 2024•39 min
The 'Essendon Edge', Firing Up Over The Footy Media & Previewing The Saints
Todd and Jasper are fired up after Saturday night's game against the Swans. Not one to listen to with the kids in the car!
Mar 26, 2024•39 min
Essendon's Vital Hawthorn Win Unpacked, Archie Perkins' Coming Of Age & How We Beat The Swans
Toddy and Jasper are back to unpack a vital Round 1 win, gush about Archie Perkins in the midfield and look ahead to Sydney at the SCG!
Mar 19, 2024•34 min
Essendon 2024 Season Predictions, How We Beat The Hawks In Round 1 & Our Best 23
Toddy and Jasper are back for the last time before footy returns in 2024, with our season predictions show plus a look at how we beat the Hawks.
Mar 12, 2024•39 min
Essendon's Round 1 Selection Dilemmas, Reviewing The Cats Match & Matt Guelfi's Set Shot
The boys talk about Matt Guelfi's checkside from directly out in front for 40 minutes.
Mar 04, 2024•39 min
Reviewing the Essendon-St Kilda Match Sim, the Players Ready to Explode in 2024 & Our Biggest On-Field Concerns
Todd and Jasper return for episode 2 of 2024, going in depth on the match simulation against the Saints, the players that need to step up and what to look for against the Cats.
Feb 26, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Essendon 2024 Season Preview, Pre-season expectations, Best Round 1 Team & Much More!
Surprise! We're Back! Toddy and Jasper are back for season two of the Flight Plan with a new intro, renewed enthusiasm for all things Essendon and a best team in mind ahead of Round 1 against Hawthorn. LISTEN NOW
Feb 03, 2024•39 min
Essendon’s 2023 AFL Draft, the Bombers’ off Season, Who the Dons Will Take in the AFL Draft in 2023
Toddy and Jasper are back to talk about all things Essendon across this off-season. The boys catch up to chat about the free agency and draft period before settling in to talk in detail about the upcoming 2023 AFL Draft. The lads chat the players Essendon will look to bring in with their first overall selection, as well as the prospects you might not have heard of that we could target as part of a trade up. LISTEN NOW
Nov 17, 2023•36 min
The Worst Loss in Modern Essendon History? Can Adrian Dodoro Survive? Why Losing Parish Sets the Bombers Back Four Years & Why We Need To Let Go Of The Past
Toddy and Jasper are back to dissect what could be remembered as one of the most disheartening losses in modern Essendon history. In this episode, the duo delves into the aftermath of the team's defeat against GWS, exploring the profound implications of this defeat and its ripple effects. Is this single game a true reflection of Essendon's current standing, or is it more indicative of the toll taken by a gruelling season? Steering the conversation, Toddy and Jasper scrutinise the role of Adrian ...
Aug 22, 2023•24 min
Will Essendon Make the Finals? Why Darcy Parish Haters Are off the Mark, End the Jake Kelly Experiment & How to Rejuvenate Jayden Laverde
Toddy and Jasper are back to review the worst two week winning run in AFL history. Thankfully the Essendon season is still alive, so the boys are optimistic about a potential tilt at the finals, but they have a bone to pick with the Darcy Parish haters, recommend a change of scenery for a struggling defender before putting the spotlight one of Brad Scott's more perplexing coaching moves.
Aug 15, 2023•37 min
Harley Reid to Essendon? The Best Players Available at Pick 6 Plus Why Essendon Can Still Make the Finals
The boys are back following a heart-breaking loss to Sydney. Toddy and Jasper discuss why the finals aren't off the cards despite our slide down the ladder. The boys also chat about the draft and who could be available by our pick, and why Essendon could be well-placed to secure Harley Reid. LISTEN NOW
Aug 01, 2023•46 min
National Reddog Day, Why It’s Tsatas Time, Baldwin’s the Defensive Answer & Should Voss Debut?
The boys are back in town to deliver another fresh episode of the Flight Plan. Toddy and Jasper chat about Mason Redman resigning at Essendon and what it means for both club and player before turning their attention to Saturday night. Will we see the debuts of Elijah Tsatas and Patrick Voss? And is Kaine Baldwin the answer for the injured Ridley? The boys are here to answer all of your questions. LISTEN NOW
Jul 25, 2023•39 min
The Classic 8 Point Game Against the Dogs, a Brief Word on the ‘Diabolical’ Geelong Game, Nik Cox's Return, Jasper Puts Robbo on Notice & Toddy Defends Jake Stringer
Strap yourselves in, because the boys aren't messing about on today's pod. Jasper and Toddy briefly touch on the terrible Geelong loss before moving on to the game against the Dogs and the importance of winning. The boys talk about Nik Cox and what he'll bring to the team before Jasper puts Mark Robinson on blast and Toddy goes into bat for Jake Stringer. LISTEN NOW
Jul 21, 2023•24 min
The Brad Scott Effect, How Many Years for Mason Redman and Darcy Parish, What’s up With Sam Weideman & Atoning Against Geelong
The boys are back after a huge win against Adelaide to talk all things Bombers. They talk about the big win over the Crows and what that means for our finals prospects, potential big contracts for Darcy Parish and Mason Redman, the effect Brad Scott has had on Essendon as a whole before turning their attention to Geelong. LISTEN NOW
Jul 14, 2023•28 min
Langford Is the League’s Best Medium Forward, Hobbs Coming Out Party, Caldwell’s Progression Plus How We Beat Adelaide
The Flight Plan returns after a heart-breaking loss to Port Adelaide on Saturday night. The boys discuss the positives out of the two narrow losses to Port Adelaide and why Dons should be optimistic, the evolution of Kyle Langford and Ben Hobbs before breaking down how we beat Adelaide. LISTEN NOW
Jul 07, 2023•32 min
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