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The Purple Reign Podcast

The Hordewww.thehorde.com
A light-hearted and passionate podcast about the mighty Fremantle Dockers football club. Follow Duck and Oz on their existential journey as a Freo supporter. Warning, you may enjoy this podcast. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the authors and do not reflect those of the Fremantle Dockers Football Club.

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Episodes

Maturity on show

In a tough and gritty performance against the Saints, the Dockers demonstrated maturity in coming back from a 3qtr time deficit, the first of the season. So many positives to discuss, and the listeners questions are bang on with such questions. The pod merch is heaving, with some brand new designs ready to roll - click here . Can we keep the streak going this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 30, 20251 hr 14 minSeason 10Ep. 20

Clearance is the key!

In this episode the boys look way back to last Thursday's win over the Bombers, making it five wins on the trot. Whilst the lads try to keep a firm lid on things, the possibilities of 'where to from here?' are discussed, along with performers at Peel, Buy and Sell trends in fashion, and a glut of listener's questions. Don't forget to visit our merch store by clicking here . There is a current promotion running from RedBubble, potentially leading to 25% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Jun 23, 202553 minSeason 10Ep. 19

Too tall, too strong!

In this episode we deep dive into the Saturday night special, where the mighty Dockers got over the line in a close one. We run through some potential changes for the 5 day break, debate the Fyfe Sub phenom, and look at some listener's questions in detail. Don't forget to splurge on our merch, click here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202551 minSeason 10Ep. 18

Mid Season Review

In this episode we work through the Dockers season at the half way point. We look at the GBD over the season to date, make some early calls on Doig Medal count, awards, and answer a slew of Listener's Questions. Don't forget to hit the merch store here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 09, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 10Ep. 17

Gold Coast Special

In this episode, the boys discuss the recent peak of the rollercoaster thus far, dismantling the Gold Coast Suns on a rain-soaked Saturday afternoon. Despite some shady acres technology issues, the boys battle through peel talk, listeners' questions, and launch the Purple Reign Merch store, which can be found here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 02, 202556 minSeason 10Ep. 16

Walyalup remain undefeated

In this episode, we continue the positive vibes following the victory at Home vs the Power. Walyalup remains undefeated! We deep dive into the AP suspension, look ahead to selection vs the Suns, and answers some great listener's questions. Don't forget to grab your Purple Reign Merch by clicking here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 10Ep. 15

Giant upset

In this episode we break down the Freo tsunami that took out the Giants in a tough game stamped by the Freo brand we have all waited to see for four quarters. We pay homage to the elite Sir Doug Nicholls Round Jumper and Duck froths over the Tambellup connection. Listener's questions force a deeper conversation around our rucks and once again, some great lateral questions putting Duck and Oz on the spot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 19, 20251 hr 15 minSeason 10Ep. 14

Burnt by hot pies

In this episode we recap the Freo vs Pies clash on a Thursday night, in which the Dockers started red hot but could not capitalise on midfield domination and I50 entries. We debate the inevitable ball movement and team selections, with some troubling news coming out of Peel, and Listener's Questions are hot off the press. Strap yourselves in for the rollercoaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 20251 hr 1 minSeason 10Ep. 13

Can't jump off a rollercoaster mid ride!

In this episode we jump straight into the main topic that an overwhelming number of listeners wanted us to address, coaching. Following a balanced and researched based conversation we hit a short version of the GBD and open the door for Peel Talk, discussing if there will be significant changes, whilst the Listener's questions is a nice change in pace from the first segment that spans a good 30mins! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 05, 20251 hr 10 minSeason 10Ep. 12

ANZAC Legends

In this episode the boys discuss the ANZAC day clash between Freo and the Crows. The Freo blueprint is analysed, with some questions surrounding jostling places in the team with a strong list to choose from. Listeners' questions are elite, and we look forward to the upcoming clash vs the Saints. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 202554 minSeason 10Ep. 11

Deestroyed by Dees

In this episode, we delve into the recent loss to the Dees at the 'G'. With lots of noise around the team's poor performance, the boys look to put some perspective into some of the rhetoric around the business cycle type performances in which Freo are expected to win, and where the team can significantly improve and maintain consistency. Some great listeners' questions, and once again we debate the team selection and whether that has anything to do with anything! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Apr 21, 20251 hr 11 minSeason 10Ep. 10

Gather this!

In this episode the boys dissect the Gather Round clash in the Barossa, with the mighty Freo Dockers proving too big and too strong for an emerging Tigers outfit 108-47. There are many points of conversation, including some troubling news out of Peel concerning a club legend, and a robust discussion on Dudley and Raz feature throughout the episode. As always, over 80 Listener's questions were sent in, so plenty to talk about, with a cheeky eye on the upcoming Dee's clash at the 'G'. Don't forget...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 20 minSeason 10Ep. 9

Tacklor's victorious 150th

In this episode we breakdown the highly entertaining Dockers vs Doggies clash, which contained everything from attempted screamers, goals of the year, slingshot footy, epic one on ones, defensive 1%ers, and horrible haircuts. We run through a fitting victory for the man we call Tacklor, playing his 150th. Peel talk has some spice as we predict who will replace our injured starts. Listener's questions goes fully international, and apparently Duck is famous on TikTok. If you are keen to support th...

Apr 07, 20251 hr 3 minSeason 10Ep. 8

Unearthing a gem

In this episode we deep dive into the derby, check out the new Freo guns, and discuss some real positives moving forward. Some quality listener's questions, and of course, the good bad and Dockery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 10Ep. 7

Heartbreaker at Optus

In this episode we work through a tough loss to the Swans, in which Freo had all but won the game with 2 mins to go. Listener's questions are justifiably firey, with some deep diving into current performances and where to from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 10Ep. 6

Don't leave me Murph!

In this episode, we share the collective disappointment over the opening round for the Dockers. Duck and Oz deep dive into the GBD, look forward to any potential changes this week and then delve into some quality listener questions. The only way is up from here, and the boys try to make some sense of the carnage of opening round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202552 minSeason 10Ep. 5

A rusty pre-season podcast

In this episode we fight the clock to get the pod up and running, running through our predictions for the Doig Medal, Leading Goal kicker, Beacon Award, Home and Away fixture results and first round team selections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202531 minSeason 10Ep. 4

Final Pre-season hit out vs Dees

In this episode Duck and Oz tackle the complexities associated with filming, along with the more important fixture played out between the Dockers and Dees at home of the mighty Peel Thunder. The boys run through the game with a fine tooth comb, and in the case of big Maxy, debate whether a wig should have been allowed. The boys also tackle recent media interest around the contracts of JL and Dogga Jackon, long with the typical banter you would expect in preseason. Next week will be the full prev...

Mar 03, 202549 minSeason 10Ep. 3

Listeners questions special

In this episode, Duck and Oz deep dive into listeners' questions. With only one more practice match to go, the season is fast approaching! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 10Ep. 2

AFL All Stars Spectacular

In this episode, Duck and Oz attempt to shake off some rust and run through the recent All Stars v Dockers clash, taking into account it is pre-season! Some juicy danglers thrown into the mix, as the boys build towards a big season in 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 202540 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Post Trade Pre-Draft Pod

It's beeeeeeeeeen! In this episode, we run a rough comb through the recent trade period and look at the upcoming draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 9Ep. 26

Where to from here?

It started with a roar and ended in tears. The Power demonstrated what it takes to be a top four side, whilst a gallant Freo were unable to execute when it mattered. Is this a similar tale? Is the team on the up? Are we being overly optimistic? In this episode, the boys run through the aforementioned whilst still battling the seven stages of grief, and oh boy, there are some listener's questions worth debating! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Aug 26, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 9Ep. 25

On the ropes, but not done yet!

A brutal loss for a gallant Freo outfit has knocked our season to the canvas, and with one game left, there is still much to play for (including a finals spot pending results) The season is not dead yet, but oh boy do we need some love! In this episode, the Great Man Duck is back (thank God), and Oz happily hands over the reins to the man who is coming off a run-up Michael Holding would be proud of (look him up young bloods for those of you who have no idea who the legend is). See omnystudio.com...

Aug 19, 202459 minSeason 9Ep. 24

Correlation could be causation

A tough loss to the Cats puts Freo in a tough spot heading into the last two games of the season. In this episode Simon and Oz work through the GBD, Peel Talk and take on a world record number of listener questions! Get around the cathartic process of talking Freo! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 9Ep. 23

Reality Bites

A disappointing result amongst some standout performances. Freo are not out of finals, but finals are on a knife edge. In this episode we examine the game and look forward to where to. Seven stages of grief in one half indeed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 05, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 9Ep. 58

A tale of two halves

It was the worst of times (1st half), it was the best of times (2nd half)... With a strong sense of physicality back in vogue the Dockers arm wrestled the Eagles early and then launched from the top turnbuckle in the premiership qtr to take ownership of the game. In this episode Oz is joined by Simo as they deep dive into the game, with a special twist centred around the true emotions of a Freo supporter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Jul 29, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 9Ep. 23

Demon Demolition

To mark the Starlight Purple Haze game the mighty Freo Dockers put the Demons to the sword early and declared themselves September ready. We may be a little shy on dropping the F-bomb, but with Finals on the horizon the Dockers can dare to dream. In this episode Oz is joined by the Cobblers Chat stalwarts Simo and Sean Warne. Shout out to the great man Duck who is enjoying time away from the pod and will be back to take over in the not too distant future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Jul 22, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 9Ep. 22

The Longest Trip in Footy

After three-quarters of being in front, the Dockers succumbed to the Greenlight footy from the Hawks and reinforced the difficulty of the longest trip in the AFL. Strong performances are discussed, along with the traditional B and D. Peel talk raises some questions which feeds into the listener's questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 15, 202448 minSeason 9Ep. 21

Big Dick (Treacy) Cyclone Warning

On a dark and stormy night (close to it), a big purple cyclone ripped through the Tigers and warmed the Freo faithful with a performance that took fans back to the times of Pavalicious. Another great team performance has the listener questions peaking, with Peel talk and a sneaky look forward with September in mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 08, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 9Ep. 20

Play your role!

In a stirring contest at the SCG, the Dockers gave a masterclass on 'How everyone playing their role is the blueprint for success'. However, true to the mantra that it's never as good and never as bad, we stop short of booking the bus and keep it real with where the season is at. Some great listener's questions and a very long session of 'the good' in the opening segment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 01, 20241 hrSeason 9Ep. 19
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