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Five passionate fanalysts provide independent analysis of all angles of Geelong Cats footy, including Mens and Womens AFL and VFL teams, year round!
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Episodes

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLM Cats v Blues Week 2 Recap!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio to give all their thoughts on a frustrating 8 point loss for the Cats against the Blues on Thursday night! There's chat about the validity of questions about Geelong's hunger, listener Three Word Reviews, continuing injury pains, praise for a handful of consistent Cats, the Selwood Void, and much more! This episode is available to watch in full as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patro...

Mar 27, 20231 hr 13 minEp. 164

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLM Cats v Blues Week 2 Preview!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio to record a preview pod ahead of the Thursday night clash between the Cats and the Blues! Debuts in the Hoops for Cooper Whyte and Jack Bowes, Brandan Parfitt misses out, plenty of thoughts from the listeners, and what we want to see from the match! This episode is available to watch in full as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the ...

Mar 22, 202332 minEp. 163

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLM Cats v Magpies Week 1 Recap!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny hit the virtual studio to recap all of their thoughts from Geelong's 103-125 loss to Collingwood on Friday night! Injuries abound, sharpshooting Cats, the Selwood void after 3/4 time, Patrick Dangerfield's evening, effort of Tom Atkins, why the defence struggled, Ollie Henry/Tanner Bruhn debuts, player votes and more! This episode is available to watch in full as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods,...

Mar 20, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 162

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLM Cats v Magpies Week 1 Preview!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio for the first match preview episode of the season, as the Cats clash with the Pies on Friday night at the MCG! Are we invested in a clean slate for the Cats or are we buying into the back-to-back journey? Discussion on listener thoughts including the expected fortunes of some young players, the potential treatment of Ollie Henry by the Pies, and Daisy Pearce's debut on the Geelong coaching staff! We talk about what we want to see in Week 1, before drawing the win...

Mar 15, 202350 minEp. 161

The Chaps Chat Cats - News + Predictions Palooza!

Jake and Johnny hit the virtual studio to record another banger of an ep! First off it's a whip through the news as Joel Selwood re-joins the club, Oisin Mullin makes waves, the Cats look to left field for a potential cover at full-forward, and there's some injury news to pick through! The Chaps round out the show by making predictions for which Cats will lead the team in goals, marks, disposals and a host of other categories in their first annual Predictions Palooza! This episode is available t...

Mar 13, 202339 minEp. 160

The Chaps Chat Cats - Greatest Team of All, Preseason Ends, Decree of Dislike!

Jake and Johnny jump into the virtual studio to deliver another packed episode! First up Johnny gives his thoughts on the "Greatest Team of All" doco, which is a must-watch for Cats fans! Then it's onto a quick recap of the preseason snoozer between the Cats and Lions, and whether there's anything to read into it for Geelong. Tom Hawkins might be back for Round 1, and the Chaps discuss the merits of being conservative on the injury management front, before ending the show with the first edition ...

Mar 07, 202353 minEp. 159

The Chaps Chat Cats - Henry Injury, Danger Captaincy, 2023 AFLM Stonks!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny reconvene in the virtual studio to record a jam-packed show! First off it's Jack Henry's foot injury and what that means for his season and team selection moving forward. Then it's on to the announcement of Patrick Dangerfield as Geelong's next captain, with Tom Stewart as his vice captain. Finally the Chaps round out the show with a visit to the trading floor to advise you which Cats Stonks you should Buy/Hold/Sell in 2023! This episode is available to watch as a video fo...

Feb 28, 202354 minEp. 158

The Chaps Chat Cats - Cats v Hawks Preseason Recap!

Jake and Johnny recap all of their thoughts from a massive Geelong win over Hawthorn in the preseason! Jack Bowes puts himself firmly in line for a Rd 1 selection, Ollie Henry boots 4 goals, Tyson Stengle remains a mercurial difference-maker, Tanner Bruhn does heavy midfield work, Esava Ratugolea plays intercept man down back, Max Holmes bursts out of the centre clearance, Sam De Koning drifts forward... all that, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on Th...

Feb 23, 202333 minEp. 157

The Chaps Chat Cats - Cats v Hawks Preseason Match Preview!

Jake and Johnny hit the virtual studio to record a preview of Geelong's upcoming preseason clash with the Hawks! Along with that they also discuss the preseason fixture release for the VFL Mens and Womens Cats, as well as the tweaks made to the signing period for the four AFLW expansion teams! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow ...

Feb 21, 202333 minEp. 156

The Chaps Chat Cats - Stengle Signs On, Neale Injury, VFL Fixture Release, Atkins Speaks!

Jake and Johnny battle through wisdom tooth extraction and man-flu to deliver a mega Cats news recap! First off it's the sensational news that Tyson Stengle has signed an extended contract with the Cats, then onto less sensational news that finds Shannon Neale set for a stint on the sidelines. Both Mens and Womens VFL Fixtures have been released and the Chaps have thoughts about how many AFLW stars will get a run ahead of their own season, before the show concludes with thoughts on Tom Atkins' a...

Feb 13, 202338 minEp. 155

The Chaps Chat Cats - Captaincy Conversation, VFA Flag Debate, More Footy Memories!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny are together again to record another episode of The Chaps Chat Cats! Topics on the show range from the hunger for back-to-back premierships, who might/should replace Joel Selwood as captain, the VFA Flag debate (including thoughts on the Vic-centric nature of footy history), as well as footy memories of the 2002 Grand Final, Selwood's debut, and a certain goal-kicking Cat who played for Werribee! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Ch...

Feb 06, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 154

The Chaps Chat Cats - Preseason Fixture, Player Grades Part 8, Footy Memories!

Jake and Johnny hop into the virtual studio for a jam-packed two man episode! First up it's thoughts on Geelong's preseason fixtures , which will be played against the Hawks and Lions. Then it's on to the final part of the Chaps' Player Grades series, as they grade the 2022 performances of Zach Tuohy, Sam Menegola, Brandan Parfitt and Jake Kolodjashnij. The episode concludes with a the lads sharing a couple of football memories, including one of the great Geelong victories over the Scum, and a p...

Jan 31, 202347 minEp. 153

The Chaps Chat Cats - Player Grades Part 7 + Meeeemories!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny hit the virtual studio to grade another batch of Cats players from 2022, before launching into a session of reminiscing about moments from their time as Cats fans, including Nathan Ablett's 2005 debut and a pivotal moment on May 6th 2007... This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send us a...

Jan 24, 202355 minEp. 152

The Chaps Chat Cats - Young Cats hit track + Player Grades Part 6!

Jake and Johnny hit the virtual studio to chat the Cats! First up it's a conversation about the potential of 3rd year forward Shannon Neale stepping into the breach against Collingwood in Week 1 if Tom Hawkins isn't back to full health from off-season foot surgery! There's a chat about the potential of a joint AFLW/AFLM collective bargaining agreement and what that might mean for the W, before the Chaps launch in Part 6 of their Player Grades series! This episode is available to watch as a video...

Jan 17, 202354 minEp. 151

The Chaps Chat Cats - 2023 Season Approaches + Player Grades Part 5!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio, reeling from the news that it’s only 66 days until the Mens season kicks off. They discuss their early thoughts on the approaching season, before pivoting into analysis on the 2022 performances of more Cats M/W players in Part 5 of their Player Grades series! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow t...

Jan 09, 202352 minEp. 150

The Chaps Chat Cats - Happy New Year + Player Grades Part 4!

Jake and Sambo jump into the virtual studio for the first pod of 2023! They talk about how they brought in the New Year with an epic Minecraft sesh, the brilliance of Netflix miniseries "The Letter For The King", before launching into Part 4 of their Player Grades series! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! ...

Jan 03, 202352 minEp. 149

The Chaps Chat Cats - Xmas 2022 Recap!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny hit the virtual studio to shoot the sh*t on a spectacularly magnificent Xmas 2022! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send us an e-mail! thechapschatcats@gmail.com Go follow "The Hoops Show" on YouTube !...

Dec 27, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 148

The Chaps Chat Cats - Cats Player Grades Part 3 + Xmas Lunch Draft!

The Chaps are back in the virtual studio to record another off-season episode! Things start off with questions about Christmas Carols, a topic Jake has a theory on. Then it's off to grade more Cats players as the Chaps analyse the 2022 performances of another 6 players from the M&W teams. Finally the show wraps up with a Xmas Lunch Draft game, as the Chaps go head to head to Draft their perfect Xmas lunch menu! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat C...

Dec 19, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 147

The Chaps Chat Cats - Fixture Release, Player Grades Part 2, Thrilling Off-Season Activities!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio to talk about the AFL Mens Fixture Release (get your fainting couches ready) as well as their own “thrilling” off-season activities. More AFLM/W Cats have their performances analysed as the Chaps deliver Part 2 of their Wheel of Grades segment! The episode concludes with some Chaps book/movie recommendations! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron...

Dec 12, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 146

The Chaps Chat Cats - News Recap + Cats Player Grades Part 1!

The Chaps hit the studio for another episode as the off-season continues! First up Sambo spills the beans on his afternoon from hell, before Johnny regales the room with stories from meeting Patrick Dangerfield. Then it's onto a news recap as Geelong's VFLW team gets a new Head Coach in Elise Coventry , and the AFL Mens Draft concludes with the addition of some exciting new Cats ! Finally the show concludes with the first instalment of the Chaps' Player Grades, as they begin the task of giving a...

Dec 05, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 145

The Chaps Chat Cats - Departures & Arrivals!

The Chaps are back with another episode, and there's much to chin-wag about! First off there's Draft news, as the Mens team selects Jhye Clark with the 8th overall pick! Then it's time to farewell Harry Taylor and Eddie Betts as they depart the Cattery after a bountiful 2022! On the arrivals side of things there's much to be excited about, as Daisy Pearce looms on the horizon and County Mayo star, Oisin Mullin, heads to Geelong in 2023! Finally there's some thoughts on the road to next season, a...

Nov 28, 202247 minEp. 144

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Awards Night Reactions + Selwood To The Storm!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny are back in the studio as they wade into the wide open expanse of the footy off-season! There's AFLW Awards news to react to, with a number of Cats nominated for various honours, including three players selected into the 22under22 team! Then the Chaps give their thoughts on Joel Selwood's new gig with the Melbourne Storm, before spinning into a conversation about which figures from outside of footy they would bring into the Geelong set up in 2023! This episode is available...

Nov 22, 202249 minEp. 143

The Chaps Chat Cats - The 2022 Chappies Award Show!

Jake, Sambo and Johnny assemble in style as they cap off the Cats Mens & Womens seasons with the 2022 Chappies Award Show! The most stylish players, best original scores, best ensemble performances, best individual performances, as well as team MVPs! All will be crowned! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps on Twitte...

Nov 18, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 142

The Chaps Chat Cats - News & Notes From The First Week Without Football!

The Chaps hit the virtual studio after taking a weekend off! They discuss a classic Tim Tam commercial from their childhood, and share some thoughts on the AFLW finals series, before launching into a dissection of all major headlines from both the Cats Mens and Womens teams! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Vote on the AFLW 22under22...

Nov 14, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 141

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Kangaroos Elimination Final Recap!

The Chaps gather in the virtual studio to recap all of their thoughts from Geelong's heartbreaking AFLW exit at the hands of North Melbourne in an Elimination Final. A dominant display around the ground that came up short inside attacking 50, the brilliance of Chantel Emonson, awesome crowd atmosphere, Prespakis selection issue, Johnny's jam donut review, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, earl...

Nov 07, 202256 minEp. 140

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Kangaroos Elimination Final Preview!

The Cats AFLW team are into an Elimination Final, and the Chaps are here to preview all the action for you! Can Geelong finally beat North Melbourne, having lost all four games against the Roos so far? Will players rise to the big occasion? The improvement of the team's disposal efficiency ! What happens if Georgie Prespakis doesn't get up for the game ? All that, and more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, ...

Nov 03, 202229 minEp. 139

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Swans Week 10 Recap!

The Cats AFLW team racked up the biggest win of their history on Saturday afternoon, kicking the 2nd highest AFLW score of all time, while booking their spot in the finals! Depth in the midfield, season-best days for almost everyone, Scheer kicks a bag, Georgie Prespakis injury worry, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! F...

Oct 31, 202258 minEp. 138

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Swans Week 10 Preview!

The AFLW Cats head into their final game of the home and away season against the Sydney Swans, with a potential Top 4 position still up for grabs! The Chaps preview the game, talk about potential selection dilemmas, what needs to happen for Geelong to sneak into the 4, and much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps ...

Oct 27, 202228 minEp. 137

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Crows Week 9 Recap!

The Cats played out a titanic clash with the reigning-Premier Crows on Saturday afternoon, and the Chaps are here to analyse the game for you! Geelong's defensive system stands up in the furnace, no backwards steps taken against a furious opponent, creation of inside 50s proves crucial, Claudia Gunjaca is a star, and much, much more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only co...

Oct 24, 202249 minEp. 136

The Chaps Chat Cats - AFLW Cats v Crows Week 9 Preview!

The Cats are headed to Adelaide to face the Crows in a massive AFLW Week 9 clash! Rachel Kearns returns to the side, midfield depth to be tested against the best, and what would a win do to our expectations for the team come finals time? All that, and more! This episode is available to watch as a video for subscribers on The Chaps Chat Cats Patreon ! Video versions of episodes, early access to some pods, Patron Only content, all for $5 AUD per month ! Follow the Chaps on Twitter! Send us an e-ma...

Oct 20, 202235 minEp. 135
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