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Barkly Street is the Western Bulldogs' official podcast, recorded from inside the famous VU Whitten Oval. For a fourth straight season, legendary Bulldogs half-back flanker Bob Murphy fills the pod driver's seat, with premiership skipper Easton Wood locked in as his co-host for the 2021 campaign. The thick-as-thieves Bulldogs buddies and former Club skippers will take fans on an exciting journey this season, including chats with current and former players and some light-hearted regular segments.

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Australia

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Barkly Street is the Western Bulldogs' official podcast, recorded from inside the famous VU Whitten Oval. For a fourth straight season, legendary Bulldogs half-back flanker Bob Murphy fills the pod driver's seat, with premiership skipper Easton Wood locked in as his co-host for the 2021 campaign. The thick-as-thieves Bulldogs buddies and former Club skippers will take fans on an exciting journey this season, including chats with current and former players and some light-hearted regular segments.

Language:

English

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61396806313


Episodes

224 Barkly St | Grand Finale

9/23/2021
Bob and Woody wrap up the season of the Barkly St Podcast as we head into the 2021 AFL Grand Final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:15

Glory Days | Mark Seymour

9/17/2021
On a special Glory Days podcast hosted by Bob Murphy, go down memory lane with lifetime Bulldogs supporter and Australian music icon, Mark Seymour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:27

223 Barkly St | Tory Dickson

9/9/2021
It’s Preliminary Final week, so Barkly Street has called in the big guns - a man who knows what it’s like to own the big stage in a huge final. Those with short memories will know the impact Tory Dickson had in the entire 2016 Finals Series, but his four-goal performance in the Preliminary Final is stuff of legend. Bob and Woody welcome ‘Dicko’ on zoom to chat about his memories of that win over GWS, including his negating role on Heath Shaw and Easton’s outrageous high-flying grab. Dickson also outlines what life is like a year on from his AFL retirement, including his investment portfolio, looking after his young son and being as passionate as ever when he’s watching the red, white and blue. Also on this week’s episode, Easton and Bob talk about the future of the Barkly Street hosts’ chairs after the news of Bob’s defection to Fremantle, how ‘Laverne and Shirley’ stood up to the pressure of chasing Charlie Cameron around last week, and how big of a loss Cody Weightman is to the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:42

222 Barkly St | Rohan Smith

9/1/2021
Rohan Smith played 12 finals for the red, white and blue, so what better guest for Bob and Woody to chat to in this Semi Final edition of the Barkly Street podcast. After a few technical difficulties, ‘Bubba’ zooms in from his room in the Bulldogs’ Launceston accommodation complex to chat about the Dogs’ finals win over Essendon last week, the power of Bevo’s pre-game speech, his passion and emption as the Club’s defensive coach, preparing for the clash against the Lions, and Bailey Dale’s incredible season. He also answers Barkly Street’s ‘stock’ player profile questions, including the real reason Archie Salek calls him ‘RS’. Woody also gives Bob a guided tour of his Bulldogs’ quarantine digs and protocols the travelling party are living with, the impressive form of Tom Liberatore, and the internal four-tiered system for rating the performance of on-field smothers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:32:58

221 Barkly St | Andrew 'Archie' Salek

8/26/2021
It’s finals time on Barkly Street, and Bob and Woody are on hand to chat about the Dogs’ huge Elimination Final clash on Sunday. The boys discuss how the players are planning to bounce back from last week’s heartbreaking loss to Port Adelaide, playing a final in Tasmania, the travelling party’s latest quest to go for glory away from Victoria, and much more. The long-awaited appearance of Archie Salek also finally comes to fruition on this week's show, with the Club icon joining the lads to discuss his long and storied association with the Bulldogs, and importantly just how all those player nicknames came about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:49

220 Barkly St | Brad Johnson

8/19/2021
One of the greatest Bulldogs of all – 364-game red, white and blue legend Brad Johnson – is the prized special guest on the Barkly Street podcast this week. The ‘Smiling Assassin’ is just the tonic for Bulldogs fans this week, many of which are in Victorian lockdowns while the Club prepares for a huge Friday night clash with Port Adelaide at Marvel Stadium. Johnson joins the zoom call with regular co-hosts Bob Murphy and Easton Wood to discuss these topics and more: Ella J’s ‘The Bont’ songZena Sport Woody and Bob also cover off last week’s loss to the Hawks, the hard quarantine living arrangements imposed on players and staff this week, an update on Easton’s fat lip, a nod to the careers of Eddie Betts and Jarrod Harbrow, and this week’s match dedicated to Lifeline Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:29

219 Barkly St | The Bont

8/12/2021
It’s a leadership smorgasbord on this week’s episode of Barkly Street, with Marcus Bontempelli joining Bob and Woody on the podcast. Among a plethora of topics, the Bont discusses how much he misses the podcast (and notices the revolving door of co-hosts Bob has accumulated over the years), his view of Woody’s incredible goal against the Bombers, drawing energy from the impact of serious injuries, and how the momentum is building towards September. The boys also talk about the latest release from up-and-coming artist Ella J (the talented daughter of Dogs’ legend Brad Johnson), a collaboration with 10 High Fly which pays tribute to Bontempelli (and is aptly titled ‘The Bont’). Also on the menu this week is, of course, a deep-dive into Easton’s 20th – and arguably finest – goal of his 182-game career to date. There’s also discussion about the impact of Josh Bruce’s ACL injury, the passing of legendary supporter Garry Hincks, and the public statement issued by the Bulldogs players on the impact of racism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:25

218 Barkly St | Lin Jong

8/6/2021
Recently retired Bulldog – the universally loved Lin Long – gets another fitting farewell on this week’s episode of the Barkly Street podcast. Jong joins Bob and Woody to recount his decade-long journey at VU Whitten Oval, which came to an end during the week. He recounts his sense of relief a few days after announcing his retirement, how he came to make the decision, who he told first, and what it was like telling the players in a team meeting. Jong also reflects on his career, how lucky he feels to have played at the Western Bulldogs, and discusses what’s next for him, including being able to finally eat junk food, without the guilt! Before he arrives on the zoom call, Bob and Woody chat about last week’s win over Adelaide in Ballarat, the latest covid-related lockdowns and being totally engrossed with the Tokyo Olympics. They also touch on Josh Schache’s transition to defence, and how he finally forgave a sheepish Easton Wood for whacking him in guts while he was playing for Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:46

217 Barkly St | Bailey Dale

7/29/2021
Bulldogs forward-turned-defender Bailey Dale receives his official coronation into the half-back flankers club on this week’s episode of Barkly Street. Dale joins All-Australian defenders Bob Murphy and Easton Wood on the podcast to explain why it took him so long to ‘see the light’ after years of toil further up the ground. The boys discuss how the switch to defence came about, balancing defence and attack, Rohan Smith’s influence, the pride in taking the kick-ins, and the current mood among the playing group. Wood recounts his failed attempt to ‘make the switch’ in his brief time as a forward, before Dale reveals which movie terrified him as a kid and why he’s known as ‘Aspen’ by the great Archie Salek. Bob and Woody kick off the show talking about Easton’s experience playing with and against members of Port Adelaide’s playing list in a scratch match last weekend, and his affinity with the player known simply as ‘citrus’. They ask the question: Was Cody Weightman’s mark against Melbourne last week the greatest Bulldog mark ever? And they put the call out to the fans on #BarklyStreet to come up with a replacement in the stock player profile Q&A, after the ‘Last Dance’ question was read its last rites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:49

216 Barkly Street | Lachie Hunter

7/22/2021
Son of a gun and 2021 mark of the year contender Lachie Hunter was the special guest on another covid-impacted episode of the Barkly Street podcast this week. While there was a sense of familiarity with Bob and Woody steering the ship (Bob from home and Woody from the VU Whitten Oval studio), there was a touch of new as the boys introduced Barkly Street’s newest sponsor, the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation. The boys also chat through the events of the week; how they’re coping in Victorian lockdown, Wood’s recovery from his ankle injury, Josh Dunkley’s quarantine predicament, Toby McLean’s ACL injury and the NBA finals. The attention turns to Hunter when he enters the studio, with the trio discussing his recent 150th game, the rushed trip to Gold Coast, dealing with covid uncertainty, Lachie’s broken hand, that insane back-with-the-flight mark against St Kilda, and Jamarra’s second AFL game. The boys also nominate their favourite Bulldogs player of all time to watch, after a Bulldogs Instagram post promoted a flurry of attention from the fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:22

215 Barkly St | Daniel Southern

7/9/2021
He was one of the most admired Bulldogs of his time, but there’s much more to Daniel Southern than meets the eye. As Easton Wood takes a well-earned spell from the Barkly Street podcast this week, his co-host Bob Murphy has the honour of chatting to Southern about his extraordinary life, both on and off the field. Southern was the hugely popular winner of the #BarklyStreet fan vote to uncover the most iconic Bulldog hairstyle, which he won in a canter from Dr Gary Zimmerman, Simon Atkins and Bailey Smith. It's a fascinating chat - a must listen for all Bulldogs fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:40

214 Barkly Street | Iconic Bulldogs Haircuts

7/1/2021
Bob and Woody reflect on the big win over West Coast before introducing their latest fan poll - Which Bulldog has had the most iconic haircut? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:33:47

213 Barkly St | Toby McLean

6/24/2021
Comeback kid Toby McLean is the special guest on another socially-distanced version of the Bulldogs’ podcast, Barkly Street. Fresh from his return from ACL injury last week, McLean joins Bob and Woody from his hotel room in Perth quarantine to chat about a number of hot topics, including: Also in this week’s episode, Bob tells the listeners about his secret winter getaway, including finally conquering the art of fishing after a six-month baron run with the rod, Woody’s comeback last week in the VFL, reviewing the heart-breaking loss to Geelong, Ryan Gardner’s ascension as a key defender, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:03

212 Barkly St | Dave Thornton

6/17/2021
The Barkly Street podcast crew has emerged from lockdown with a bang, bringing a comedic expert along with them to lighten the mood of all Bulldogs fans. Despite the fact that he’s a rusted-on Geelong fan, Bob and Woody had the pleasure of welcoming professional comedian Dave Thornton as a special guest this week. There are laughs to be had at every turn - just the tonic for weary Victorians, including Dogs fans, who are looking forward to Friday night footy at the Cattery. Thornton’s tremendous wit is on display as the trio discuss this and more: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:25

Glory Days | Will Minson

6/10/2021
With the Bulldogs enjoying the mid-season bye this week, there’s no better opportunity to catch up on the whereabouts of an old favourite of the red, white and blue. On a special Glory Days podcast hosted by Bob Murphy, go down memory lane with one of the Dogs’ great ruckmen and most intriguing of characters, 191-gamer and All-Australian, Will Minson. The former team-mates reconnect on zoom to discuss a multitude of topics, from Minson’s recollections of his time as a player at the highest level over 13 years, to his various hobbies and post-career pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:11

211 Barkly St | Cody Weightman

6/3/2021
Victoria’s snap lockdown wasn’t enough to force Barkly Street to ground this week, with the lads delivering an entertaining zoom episode of the Bulldogs’ official podcast. From the comfort of their own homes, Bob and Woody chat about the issues of the day, before being joined by Dogs’ young gun Cody Weightman from his hotel room in Sydney. Weightman gives an insight into the Bulldogs’ travelling party’s week in the harbour city so far, including the restrictions they must live by, and the strange feeling of training at the headquarters of the GWS Giants. He also explains his approach to playing footy at the highest level, his love of surfing and art, what his plans are for his haircut, who are the most annoying players in the locker room, and why Bulldogs’ stalwart Archie Salek calls him ‘1919’. Bob and Woody also chat about lockdown in Melbourne, including binging on ‘Mare of Easttown’, last week’s loss to Melbourne and coach Luke Beveridge’s exploits with the ‘six-string’ in hand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:21

210 Barkly St | Jamarra Ugle-Hagan

5/26/2021
It's safe to say that there was an air of caution around this week's episode, but plenty of positivity thanks to this week's special guest. Jamarra Ugle-Hagan joined the pod to help celebrate Sir Doug Nicholls round and champion the significance of the Indigenous community. Bob and Woody made the number one draft pick feel welcome with plenty of laughs and a call to action for one club legend, Archie Salek. With round 10's win against St Kilda, and round 11's big hit-out against Melbourne looming large, there's plenty to talk about on the Barkly Street Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:53

209 Barkly Street | Josh Dunkley

5/20/2021
Two injured Bulldogs join Bob on Barkly Street this week, with co-host Easton Wood on the road to recovery after his hamstring, affectionately known as 'Laverne', let him down in round nine. In a rare appearance this year without Adam Treloar by his side, Josh Dunkley gives his take on the events of his shoulder injury against the Giants in round six. Happy to share some insight into life with the use of one arm, Dunks talks about his first run back out on the track and takes us through his latest cooking escapades. Tune in for that, plus plenty more unique Bulldogs banter on this week's Barkly Street Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:05

208 Barkly St | Lin Jong

5/6/2021
This week, Woody and Bob are joined by humble and gracious midfielder, Lin Jong. Post-surgery and in good spirits, the boys ask Jongy about the correlation between his physical health and his self-deprecating sense of humour on social media. We also get the results of our search for the Bulldogs' most iconic goal of the AFL era, plus much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:00

207 Barkly Street | Iconic Bulldogs goals

4/29/2021
What is the most iconic Western Bulldogs goal of the AFL era? There’s plenty to choose from, so Bob and Woody do their best to narrow down the top four candidates on this week’s episode of the Barkly Street podcast. From there, it’ll be up to the fans to rank the best of the lot. Fresh from the Dogs’ sixth-straight win, the boys discuss the interstate triumph in Canberra and preview the huge Friday night MCG blockbuster against Richmond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:03