Call it an oxymoron or simply a proven strategy, but the Dockers have a 100% win ratio when playing someone with red hair. In this episode, we look at the tactic to ice the Suns with new fan favourite Hugh Davies in defence, we examine the GBD, including an injury to the big Moose which has huge implications on the season, we examine the stat gobblers plying their trade in the magoos, and answer some on point listener's questions. PS It's not too late to get hold of your wharfie time shirts by c...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 9Ep. 18
It is what it is; there is always next week; it's not all doom and gloom; not at our best today; many cliches that a supporter could throw at the game. This week the boys work through the loss pragmatically, and take the time to disect listener's questions with a twist! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 17, 2024•53 min•Season 9Ep. 17
In this episode, the boys run through the 2024 Season through the lens of the GBD, look at the performance of Peel players knocking at the door, examine Players who have impressesd and deep dive into the Listener's Questions. Don't forget to get your hands on the limited edition Purple Reign Wharfie Time shirt by clicking here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 9Ep. 16
Freo put the D's to the sword in the most comprehensive performance of the season. With a four quarter stunner vs a hapless outfit, Freo showed 92 reasons why they can be left standing when all is said and done. Freo supporters are up and about with a range of questions, with the GBD and Macho Man of the Week bound to stir the emotions. Don't forget you can get your Wharfie Time shirts by clicking HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Jun 03, 2024•57 min•Season 9Ep. 15
The preview pod is back for one time only- Duck jumped on the Dee Brief pod to talk all things Dees vs Docks this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 31, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 14
In a closely fought contest the mighty Freo Dockers drew on the Wharfie Time inspiration to come back Lazarus style to conjure a draw from the jaws of defeat. In this episode we deep dive the GBD, pay homage to the Macho Man of the Week, and hit up some great listener's questions. We are hoping to get 30,000 fans in Wharfie Time T's to set up an intimidating atmosphere! Get your piece of Wharfie Time via the following link Wharfie Time T-shirt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 27, 2024•52 min•Season 9Ep. 14
In this episode the boys discuss the tough and gritty win vs the Saints, including the strong performances of players taking the next step. We examine our Top 10 Indigenous Dockers, whether it's time for the govt. and business to truly invest in our sporting clubs travel issues, and cover a plethora of listener's questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 20, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 9Ep. 13
Following Cam McCarthy's tragic passing, 24 hours later the scheduled Friday night Freo vs. Swans clash went ahead, with the end result and images of emotional players suggesting this fixture should not have gone ahead. In this episode, the boys keep it real and discuss the fixture, whether the game should have gone ahead, and how something positive can be worked between GWS and Freo in memory of Dardy, along with a different take on the GBD and the Macho Man of the week. See omnystudio.com/list...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 9Ep. 12
In a strong performance over the weekend, the mighty Freo Dockers took care of business vs the Tigers on our home away from home, the MCG. With plenty of positives to discuss, the boys deep dive into the exceptional performances of players and look forward to the clash vs Swans off a 5-day break. Cheers AFL. Equalisation guaranteed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 06, 2024•55 min•Season 9Ep. 11
Get back on the rollercoaster of love peeps! The Dockers reminded us on Saturday night that on our day our brand of football is simply stunning! In this episode we run through the Good, Bad and Dockery, and ask the question, is Banners the true barometer of the team? Listener's questions are a real treat and we look at potential in's and out's for next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 9Ep. 10
After a taxing two-week period of travel and fixtures, our boys returned to Optus hoping to get back on the wagon vs the Eagles. As fate would have it, there was more pain for the lads and Freo supporters in store, particularly for the brave souls who stayed the full four quarters. In this episode we break down the average performance, give WCE their props for being tactically superior on the day, and look forward to a new day and our next game vs the Bulldogs. On to the next one! See omnystudio...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr•Season 9Ep. 9
After another nail-biting performance from the lads, Duck and Oz deep dive into the recent Port vs Dockers clash at Adelaide Oval. The boys argue that whilst we leave Adelaide without any points, there is considerable reason to be buoyed by the performances and know that Freo are a real crack at finals. There is also a hot debate over list selection heading into the Derby. Listener Questions are a real treat, and will we see some changes through the CIR Door from Peel? See omnystudio.com/listene...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 9Ep. 8
Following the highly controversial gather round clash between Freo and the Blues, the boys examine a number of talking points worthy of debate. Without reopening the wounds of a mauled supporter's psyche, the controversial finish is examined in detail, and, in the process, Duck and Oz look forward to the next clash vs Port. The listener's questions are justifiably feisty, the Macho Man of the week takes a different turn, and there are a few players at Peel knocking down the CIR door. See omnystu...
Apr 08, 2024•56 min•Season 9Ep. 7
In this episode the boys break down the #FreovCrows clash, which may not have been pretty football, but a gritty win is every bit as crucial for the team's sustained success. Peel talk raises a few eyebrows, and the listener's questions features a classic 22 v 22 question. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 01, 2024•56 min•Season 9Ep. 6
In this episode we deep dive into the Freo v Kangas hullaballoo, focus on the unicorn himself, get excited about where the team is headed, and go head to head once again on the ruckman debate. The listener's questions are an absolute treat as well! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr•Season 9Ep. 5
In this episode the boys try not to get too carried away with the emphatic win over last year's grand finalists. There are a few heated discussions over inclusions, Duck gets too excited about the pro-mo ad read for Macho Man of the week, career projections, peel talk becomes a huge thing, and some great listener's questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 18, 2024•55 min•Season 9Ep. 4
This episode marks the first Purple Reign Vlog/Pod for 2024. Under intense media scrutiny, the boys run through the full Freo preview for 2024, including predictions for the Doig, Beacon, Breakout, Breakdown, Season Wins and the Brownlow. The boys also delve into the Listener's Questions, sparking some robust debate over certain topics! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 11, 2024•56 min•Season 9Ep. 3
With 24 hours to go until season launch the Purple Reign has decided why not start a footy tipping comp! Weekly prizes will be a $50 gift voucher from D.R Travel so make sure you click on the link and sign up today! https://www.footytips.com.au/comps/Purple_Reign_Tipping See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 06, 2024•1 min•Season 9Ep. 2
In the final pre-season hit out the mighty Freo Dockers went down to a strong Port outfit. In this episode, we run through the GBD, with an eye on the starting 22 for round 1. A good healthy debate on the forward structure and also how the back line may look come first round v Lions. Listener's questions probe the inevitable starting 22 vibe and some great future related questions on Freo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Mar 04, 2024•55 min•Season 9Ep. 2
In the first match-sim podcast for 2024, the boys are back to discuss the Freo v WC match sim held at the mighty Lathlain Oval. The boys deep dive into the GBD, and discuss potential movers and shakers for the 2024 season. The listener questions are on point and provide some much needed pod practice. Thankfully there were no pre-season injuries heading into the season proper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 25, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 9Ep. 1
The Purple Reign is back for 2024, and after a long off-season pumping weights and eating cakes, we look forward to increasing our social media content and helping get more Freo content out to the masses. If you are keen to help us out, hit us up on our socials, or thepurplereign95@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 18, 2024•29 sec
Shaking off the cobwebbs, the boys get back in the studio to run through the recent Trade and Draft period for the mighty Freo Dockers. Plenty of Rust in this episode, but the boys will soon be training the house down and prepping for the Premiership Season to come... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 8Ep. 30
Strap yourselves in Purple Reigners, in today's episode we speak with Andrew McDougall, player agent and Purple Reign supporter about all things Freo, upcoming draft and trade period, and what it would take to lure some free agents via the Podcast army! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2023•51 min•Season 8Ep. 29
With 2023 in the books, the boys look back to the season as it was. We run through the GBD and Macho Man of the Year, Peel Finals Talk, and answer great listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 8Ep. 28
In a strong performance by the boys, Freo once again showed why we love the MCG and should be pencilled in as strong improvers for next year. Despite the many pigeons, Freo outworked the Hawks to finish the season strong. In this episode we deep dive into the positives, the listener's questions, and the habits of Oz's dog. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 28, 2023•50 min•Season 8Ep. 27
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, the Fremantle Dockers farewelled Optus Stadium for 2023 with a hard-fought and tough loss against the Power. This marks a back end of a season with much improved elite pressure and effort. However, in the rubble of a disappointing season, have Freo unearthed another Gem in Tom Emmett? Becoming the fastest player to split his head open on debut, the 'Wrecking Ball' was a beacon of light for fans passionate about the brutal and uncompromising defensive pressure tha...
Aug 21, 2023•45 min•Season 8Ep. 26
Duck is back and he is joined by Anthony from Pears on a Pod and The Glass Table to preview the round 23 game. We talk teams, season so far, last time we played and ask Anthony the burning question about Mitch Georgiades. Finally we talk about some great Docker and Port players in Dual Citizens. Remember to share, subscribe, rate and review! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 17, 2023•38 min•Season 8Ep. 25
On a historic night for the Matildas, the Freo Dockers put the hapless Eagles to the sword. We try not to delve into the putrid with the Eagles, and stick to the Dockers as much as possible! Shooter on fire, Caleb the warrior, too many to recognise. Thank you for the listener's questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 8Ep. 25
No Duck for this Preview Episode, so Oz is covering for the great man with long-time Eagles and hybrid Dockers supporter Murph! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2023•29 min•Season 8Ep. 25
Have we unlocked a serious midfielder in Young? In this episode, we look at how the Dockers have rolled the dice in the midfield and unlocked the future of the engine room. A special treat at the half - shout out to Jye on a Prayer remix, and as always, some great Listener's Questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 8Ep. 24
