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Unpluggered2025 St Kilda FC Preseason Expectations, Issues, Improvers & Crazy PredictionsWe're back! Unpluggered returns for a seventh season of #SaintsFooty with a look at pre-season expectations for the St Kilda Football Club:who needs to improvebiggest issues to addressround 1 squad and lineup crazy, lids off predictionsPlease remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - and keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! Keep an eye out on our YouTube for the video versions of the show and we hope to...2025-02-201h 02Unpluggered2024 St Kilda FC Season ReviewIt's finally here. Our full, comprehensive 2024 St Kilda Football Club Season Review! Highlights, lowlights, stats, ins and outs, player ratings plus our Jason Blake Award, the Shannon Noll 'Lift" Award, and of course, we reveal Unpluggered's 2024 Jack Steele MVP winner.2025 expectations and listener questions are still coming!Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - and keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! Keep an eye out on our...2024-12-131h 30Unpluggered6.44: Port Adelaide, Josh Battle, Rowan Marshall [ FULL EPISODE ]A short and sweet episode of Unpluggered this week as we interrupt the NRL's State of Origin on Wednesday night to talk Saints Footy as we come out of the bye week to face Port Adelaide.Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - and keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! Keep an eye out on our YouTube for the video versions of the show and we hope to keep...2024-06-2737 minUnpluggered6.24: "Saints Therapy: Live and in session..." | YouTube Live [ FULL EPISODE ]A man down this week, we took to YouTube live without Darren Parkin, who was tending to a sick child, and replaced at very late notice by fan favourite, Philip Dalidakis. In this week's edition of "Saints Therapy" we take a critical (but not tooooo critical) look at a disappointing loss to the Bulldogs, and keep an eye on a Friday night primetime clash in Adelaide with the Power.You can also watch this episode on the Unpluggered YouTube channel!Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most...2024-04-241h 09Unpluggered6.23: "Hit 'em in the mouth..." | YouTube Live [ FULL EPISODE ]With a short turnaround ahead of Thursday night's clash against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium, the lads go LIVE on YouTube to recap a tough loss to the ladder leaders, and take a look at our first real home game of the season.You can also watch this episode on the Unpluggered YouTube channel!Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - and keep sending in your questions or comments on...2024-04-161h 07Unpluggered2024 Pre-Season Review: Part 2 | The Return ft. Mark 'Finey' Fine[ Part 2 ]Mark Fine returns to the airwaves on Unpluggered ahead of his comeback to SEN with Finey's Final Siren!2024-03-0644 minUnpluggered2024 Pre-Season Review: The Return ft. Mark 'Finey' Fine [ FULL EPISODE ]We're back! We kick off the return of Unpluggered for 2024 (Season 6) with the return to the airwaves of a Saints fan favourite, Mark 'Finey' Fine.Plenty to chat through as we look at the St Kilda Football Club's pre-season performances on the eve of the 2024 AFL Season.Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! We hope to be bringing you some...2024-03-051h 33
Do Go On413 - The History of the St Kilda Football ClubThe St Kilda FC was formed in 1873, from there it's been a wild ride - tune in to hear the story of one of the great sporting clubs of the world!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 08:12 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).Listen to Matt on Nick's pod Unpluggered: https://unpluggered.captivate.fm/episode/you-go-for-the-saints-now-ft-matt-stewartNick's website: https://www.zerohanger.com/Support the show and get rewards like bonus eps: patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSupport...2023-09-204h 56Unpluggered5.17: "That's So St Kilda" ... 100 Episodes of Unpluggered100 episodes of Unpluggered!We take a look back at a frustrating performance - but an important victory - over the West Coast Eagles, with an eye on the Demons next up for a place in the Top-4,Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! We hope to be bringing you some awesome guests throughout the course of the year....2023-07-061h 17
UnpluggeredSaints150: The History of the St Kilda Football ClubIn a special bonus episode of Unpluggered, Darren and Nick take a look through 150 years of the St Kilda Football Club with Saints digital media guru Chris Nice, as we get a sneak peek of the club's brand new saints150.com.au history hub.Please remember to rate and review our show on whatever platform you're most comfortable with (iTunes, Facebook, Spotify etc), and always give us your feedback - good, bad or ugly - and keep sending in your questions or comments on social media! 2023-03-231h 14Unpluggered2022 St Kilda FC Season Review: Back to the FutureWell, it's taken a little longer but it's been one heck of a few weeks down at Moorabbin. We're finally back for Unpluggered's 2022 Season Review as we look ahead to Ross Lyon's comeback at the St Kilda Football Club in 2023.2022-11-241h 10Unpluggered4.25: "So you're saying there's a chance..." ft. Ahmed SaadWhat? We're still a chance to play AFL Finals in 2022? Well, mathematically. But not really. We take a look at another disappointing result and look ahead to what should be our final game of the year, plus a Rising Star nomination for Marcus Windhager, Max King's goalkicking woes, Dan Hannebery and just... where to from here?We're also joined by 33-game Saint and long run-up goalkicker, Ahmed Saad. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all th...2022-08-181h 34Unpluggered4.24: "As simple as it is..." ft. Nathan FreemanA disappointing loss to Geelong as many would have expected down at the Cattery. The gulf in class was evident as the Cats were simply better for longer. Somehow St Kilda's season is still alive and we have another shot to fight for a Finals spot this week at home against the Lions.Our guest this week is Nathan Freeman, himself no stranger to fighting through adversity, as he dealt with injury after injury after injury to finally make his debut five years after being drafted as a top-ten talent in the 2013 AFL Draft. Catch...2022-08-101h 26Unpluggered4.23: "Why not?" ft. Paul CalleryIt was a must-win game and win they did. The Saints have responded with two in a row and sit in the top eight with just weeks to go in the home & away season. Ahead of an incredibly tough game down in Geelong, we catch up with former rover - the original star #35 - Paul Callery.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Special thanks to Lloyd Spiegel for the us...2022-08-051h 20Unpluggered4.22: "Staying alive..." ft. Darren MinchingtonIt wasn't pretty but they got the job done. The Saints' finals hopes are still alive after a hard-fought win over the Eagles in Perth.We're joined this week by a fan favourite who only played 28-games for the Saints across seven years. Darren Minchington's St Kilda career was plagued by injury, but managed to find a place amongst the hearts of Saints fans across the country.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things...2022-07-281h 11Unpluggered4.21: "That ain't #&$%ing good enough..." ft. Tim GossageIt was every bit as bad as any other loss this year, but somehow, the St Kilda Football Club is STILL in the AFL Finals race, so we back up and go again, because... y'know, that's what we do.This week we're joined by a man who's been in the media spotlight for three decades, but there's been lots of conjecture about what team he actually supports. Veteran Perth commentator Tim Gossage answers that question this week on Unpluggered Podcast. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered o...2022-07-221h 18Unpluggered4.20: "Elimination Final" ft. Dee Dee DunleavyCrunch-time arrives again, soon after the last crunch-time as the Saints gear up for a season-defining clash with the Bulldogs.Special guest co-host Michael Egan (@Michael_60) subbed in for Nick who's away and the boys reviewed the second-half fadeout against the Dockers and what the Saints' run home looks like.Die-hard Saint - the Queen of Melbourne radio - Dee Dee Dunleavy joins us to discuss her fan journey with the St Kilda Football Club. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and ...2022-07-131h 07Unpluggered4.19: "Up for the fight" ft. Robert ElphinstoneWe asked for a response, and we got it. Energy, intensity, pressure were all there as we threw everything, including the Sinc (get it?!) to knock off the Blues on their home deck.Plus we're joined by 80's stalwart Robert Elphinstone to talk though his 157-game St Kilda Football Club career in a period of really dark times for the club. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Spec...2022-07-071h 16Unpluggered4.18: "Looking for a response" - LIVE STREAMAfter a horrible few weeks for Saints fans, we catch up for a special LIVE edition of Unpluggered Podcast, taking all your questions to talk about the issues facing the St Kilda Football Club right now.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Special thanks to Lloyd Spiegel for the use of his track as our theme song!2022-06-301h 42Unpluggered4.17: "What do we stand for?" ft. Andrew Plympton'Spud's Game' didn't go as planned. This is abit of a therapy e revisit that particular shitshow, and attempt to move on to the next one. Plus former President Andrew Plympton joins us to talk about the St Kilda Football Club through the 1990's!Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Special thanks to Lloyd Spiegel for the use of his track as our theme song!2022-06-241h 23Unpluggered4.15: "Ready for Battle" ft. Daniel WulfIt wasn't all doom and gloom as the Saints dropped one in Brisbane to the Lions. There were plenty of positives to take as we battled manfully with personnel issues throughout he second half.We take a look at a must-win, danger game against the Bombers - "Spud's Game" - plus we're joined by DANIEL WULF, to chat through his 30-game St Kilda career, and THAT moment.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things...2022-06-151h 15Unpluggered4.14: "Back on the track" ft. Nova & Jack PerisWe were a man down this week with Nick Splitter catching the spicy cough.Philip Dalidakis jumped back in the chair and we spoke with dual Olympian - and gold medalist - Nova Peris, about her role as an ambassador for Spud's Game and the Saints Indigenous pathways.We also got a surprise visit from her son, St Kilda listed youngster, Jack Peris .Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St...2022-06-1051 minUnpluggered2022 St Kilda FC Mid Season Review - Facebook LIVEAt the halfway mark of the season - sitting fourth on the AFL ladder at 8W-3L - we catch up for a special LIVE edition of Unpluggered Podcast.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Special thanks to Lloyd Spiegel for the use of his track as our theme song!2022-06-031h 14Unpluggered4.12: "What good teams do..." ft. Francis Leach [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]It wasn't pretty but the Saints did what good teams do, winning a game away from home against a lower-ranked, more desperate side. We take a look at the victory in Adelaide, with an eye towards another danger game against the crisis-hit Kangaroos.Plus, we're joined by fanatical St Kilda supporter - former broadcaster, career journalist, commentator, political advisor and music afficianado - FRANCIS LEACH.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda...2022-05-271h 16Unpluggered4.11: "Ryding high" ft. Gavin MitchellA really satisfying win over the Cats, as the third quarter continues to deliver the goods for this newly-resilient Saints team.We take a look at a must-win, danger game against the Crows, plus we're joined by former cult hero forward, GAVIN MITCHELL, ahead of Sir Doug Nicholls Round.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube and make sure to follow Unpluggered on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast and all things St Kilda Football Club.Special thanks to Lloyd Spiegel for the use of his track as our...2022-05-201h 20Unpluggered4.10: "Time to stand up..." ft. Darryl WakelinOne way or another, a loss to the benchmark team shows us where we're really at. But, we'd still rather catch up again after a victory. The Cats provide a test in Round 9 but one that we should be going into expecting a win.Plus, we chat with former Saint grand finalist and Port Adelaide premiership player - one half of the twin set - Darryl Wakelin.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow on Tw...2022-05-131h 20Unpluggered4.9: "Slo-Mo" ft. Ross OakleyJust like in Judge Dredd, we saw it coming. Kick 4.18 and it's going to be extremely tough to win games of football. We discuss the horrific conditions in Cairns, and look forward to a Mother's Day game against the benchmark of the competition at the home of football.Plus, we're joined by maybe the unluckiest player to ever don the red, white and black, former Chairman and CEO of the VFL/AFL, Ross Oakley.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or w...2022-05-061h 34Unpluggered4.8: "We could get used to this..." ft. Alicia Loxley [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]FIVE IN A ROW!We talk through the pride felt at our boys fighting against all odds to deliver a victory over the GWS Giants in Canberra, while we look towards another danger game against our bogey team - Port Adelaide - in Cairns.Plus, we're joined by star Channel 9 newsreader - and Saints tragic - Alicia Loxley, to talk through her St Kilda FC fandom and career working with and around her favourite football club. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered w...2022-04-281h 22Unpluggered4.7: "Competition for spots" ft. Brett BoweyFour in a row! The St Kilda Football Club produced a workmanlike effort in a methodical victory over the Gold Coast Suns to sit in the AFL's Top-4 after the opening five rounds. Competition for spots in the Saints lineup is stronger than it has been for a decade or more.We take a look at the upcoming primetime clash with the GWS Giants in Canberra, and the boys are joined by dad-of-a-gun - himself an 80+ game rover for St Kilda: BRETT BOWEY.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to s...2022-04-201h 22Unpluggered4.6: Four quarters & Ivy's Boy! ft. Brett MoyleAside from the opening two-minutes of the game, it was a real four-quarter performance from the Saints as we demolished the Hawks at the MCG on a sunny Sunday afternoon.Plus we speak to "Ivy's boy" - and 48 game Saint, of course - Brett Moyle, about a range of topics from Malcolm Blight and Grant Thomas, to a rising star nomination, to injuries that ultimately prematurely ended his AFL career.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure t...2022-04-131h 23Unpluggered4.5: "The Tiger King" ft. Allan DavisIt was Max King who once again tore the game apart with a 20 minute burst of withering offensive football, but he wasn't alone as Jack Sinclair, Brad Crouch, Jack Steele and others all stood up in the second half against Richmond in 'Maddie's Match'.Plus we speak to 1966 Premiership player, St Kilda FC club leading goalkicker, interim coach and even Saints' father, Allan Davis, about his Saints career and tumultuous relationship with Allan Jeans.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or w...2022-04-081h 11Unpluggered4.3: "You can't live here if you're not a St Kilda supporter..." ft. Hon. Philip DalidakisAn uninspiring season opener for the St Kilda Football Club in AFL 2022... but are there reasons for that? A little bit of a different shape to the podcast as we're joined by former politician, Victorian powerbroker and tragic Saints fan, the Honourable Philip Dalidakis, to discuss Round 1, and what comes next.02:00 - Round 1 - Collingwood Recap52:00 - Who is Philip Dalidakis?01:14:00 - St Kilda FCW & AFLW01:21:00 - That's so St Kilda...01:27:00 Round 2 - Fremantle PreviewCatch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to s...2022-03-252h 14Unpluggered4.2: "That's so St Kilda..." ft. David ArmitageOur new segment "That's so St Kilda" is off to a flyer in 2022 as a number of events fit the bill already before the men's season has even begun. We take a look at the AAMI Community Series win over Essendon, while we also chat with 169-game St Kilda midfielder, David Armitage about his career journey from starting out as a youngster under Ross Lyon and Nick Riewoldt, to becoming a leader in his own right, and we wish a very special birthday to the one and only, Tony 'Plugger' Lockett.We also give a...2022-03-141h 12Unpluggered4.1: "It's a new season..." ft. Bob MurrayWe're back! It's Episode #1 of 2022 and we kickoff with a quick look back at last season, with an eye on a new season of hope for Saints fans, while we introduce a new segment in 'That's so St Kilda.'We're also joined by the original 'Leo Barry moment' in St Kilda's 1966 Premiership fullback, Bob Murray, as we chat through his illustrious career, and that famous mark just prior to the flag-delivering siren.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, a...2022-03-051h 11Unpluggered2021 St Kilda FC Season Review ft. Daniel Cherny & Rodney EadeIt's been a long and frustrating season for the St Kilda Football Club - it's time to take a look back at the season that was.Plus we're joined by The Age footy reporter - and massive Saints fan - Daniel Cherny, to dissect his biggest moments of the year, and VFL/AFL star and coach, Rodney Eade, who more recently spent time developing young Saints star, Cooper Sharman, as senior coach of the Balwyn Football Club.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever y...2021-08-271h 49Unpluggered3.25: "A very small element of relief..." ft. Dean RiceNot much more sums up the competitive end of the St Kilda Football Club's 2021 season than "it hurt, but there was a very small element of relief." With the Saints gallant-ish loss to the Cats, the season is over, despite one match to go on the fixture, which we'll look towards on this episode.Plus we're joined by former Saint, Dean Rice, who walks us through his career, including the '91 AFL Finals series, two knee reconstructions, tumultuous relationships with a certain coach, and of course, his move to Carlton that earned him a premiership in 1995.2021-08-191h 22Unpluggered3.24: "Saturday afternoon fever..." ft. Matthew Hardy [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]The quintessential tale of growing up as a St Kilda Football Club tragic in suburban Melbourne. Our guest this week is the author of iconic Saints story, "Saturday Afternoon Fever," Matthew Hardy. Plus we look at the stirring upset victory over the Swans, and look to a season defining clash with the Cats in Geelong.You can catch Matthew Hardy's new podcast "Saturday Afternoon Fever" with comedian, Lawrence Mooney, on all good podcast platforms.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Unpluggered wherever you l...2021-08-132h 02Unpluggered3.23: "Down, but not quite out..." ft. Michael RobertsWe have a pulse but it's a very faint one, after the St Kilda Football Club's incredibly disappointing result against the Blues at Marvel Stadium. We take a look at the listless performance and discuss what we need to show for the remainder of the 2021 AFL season.Plus we have an emotionally charged chat with son of a gun, former Saint, media man, and sporting storyteller, Michael Roberts, about his career at Moorabbin, relationships with the late, great Trevor Barker and Danny Frawley, and much more.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: d...2021-08-051h 24Unpluggered3.22: "A couple of little things..." ft. Troy SchwarzeHe's not the biggest name we've ever had on this show, but he is responsible for one of the most unforgettable moments in St Kilda Football Club history. We're joined by Troy Schwarze to talk about his 71-game St Kilda FC career, highlighted by, of course, that goal.The Saints took it right up to the Eagles in Perth but just fell short. We take a look at that game, and the all important prime-time clash with Carlton on Friday night.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate, a...2021-07-291h 23UnpluggeredTwo years of Unpluggered 🎉It's been two years since the very first episode of Unpluggered. We look back at some of our favourite moments.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast.Guest and sponsorship opportunities: unpluggered@gmail.com.2021-07-2806 minUnpluggered3.21: Sink or Swim... ft. Michael Klim [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]A hugely disappointing loss has the St Kilda Football Club on the back foot in the race for the 2021 AFL Finals once again.With the 2020 Tokyo Olympics finally upon us, we chat with 6-time Olympic medallist (2x Olympic Gold medallist), Michael Klim, about his Saints fandom and St Kilda FC journey and Olympic swimming experiences.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcas...2021-07-231h 15Unpluggered3.20: "Is Jack Steele the best captain in the AFL?" ft. Mick DwyerThree wins in a row for the Saints, and Jack Steele is generating some hype around the 2021 Brownlow Medal. Is he the best captain in the AFL right now? Fan favourite, Mick Dwyer, was an unassuming centreman for the Saints throughout the late 80's and early 90's, recruited by Stuart Trott and coming through with a talented squad including the likes of Danny Frawley, Robert Harvey, Nicky Winmar, Nathan Burke, Stewart Loewe, and of course, Tony 'Plugger' Lockett.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review U...2021-07-161h 25Unpluggered3.19: "They certainly know how to give us stress..." ft. Stuart TrottTwo wins in a row, and against two of the AFL's so called "big clubs" no less! But despite the consecutive victories there is still a glaring concern on display just about weekly, at the St Kilda Football Club.Plus we take a dive back into history, and have a chat with 1971 Grand Finalist, 1972 Best & Fairest, St Kilda FC Hall of Fame member - and the man who identified and recruited the great Nicky Winmar - Stuart Trott.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review U...2021-07-0957 minUnpluggered3.18: "A sliding doors moment..." ft. Zac DawsonZac Dawson was a much maligned player during his time in the AFL across three clubs. He joins us to talk through his journey from media "whipping boy" to 166-game, four-time AFL Grand Finalist, who was twice named "Player of the Finals Series" for his club.And a win against the Tigers solves everything, doesn't it? Well, not really, but it's certainly a more positive vibe this week after dominating Richmond at the MCG. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen...2021-07-011h 12Unpluggered3.17: "What on earth is going on down there!?" ft. Grant ThomasThere's no better person to ask about leadership, history and club culture, than former Saints player, administrator and coach, Grant Thomas.After another disastrous 2021 loss - this time to the Adelaide Crows - we have to ask the question: "What's going on at Moorabbin?"Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast.Guest and sponsorship opportunities: unpluggered@gmail.com.2021-06-241h 30Unpluggered3.16: "We chose to support this club, it's our fault..." ft. Charlie Clausen [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]It was a solid performance against the Swans but once again the Saints let themselves down in key moments in front of the big sticks. A man down this week with regular host Darren Parkin unavailable, Nick and Aaron are joined by actor, comedian and mega Saints fan, Charlie Clausen (McLeod's Daughters, Blue Heelers, Home and Away etc) to chat about the week, the season, and of course, the St Kilda Football Club.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and...2021-06-111h 37Unpluggered3.15: "Still alive, I guess..." ft. Tony BrownIt wasn't convincing by any means, but the St Kilda Football Club walked away with the four points. Doing the bare minimum to win is not enough in this league and we look at where the club is at and why they are underperforming. Are we just not very good?Tony Brown was delisted by the Saints after 108 games in six years - including a Grand Final - at just 23 years of age. He's now the Welfare and Development Manager at St Kilda FC, imparting his wisdom and knowledge to the young stars of tomorrow....2021-06-041h 13Unpluggered3.14: "A deadset shocker" - LIVEJust how bad are the Saints in reality?We went LIVE on facebook this week to discuss everything St Kilda Football Clun related following a disastrous loss to the Western Bulldogs, and ahead of a potential bounce-back against the Kangaroos. Plus we answer some of the listener questions as they come in.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast....2021-05-2947 minUnpluggered3.13: "Missed opportunities..." ft. Shane SavageThe Saints left 4 points out on Marvel Stadium, as they kicked themselves out of a ripping contest against the Cats. We take a look at a dominant effort for no reward, and look forward to a better showing in front of goal this week against the Bulldogs.Shane Savage played 165 games of AFL football before the end came swiftly and cruelly, one of the Saints best in the 2020 Semi Final, before list reductions meant he never got another opportunity. He takes us through his unorthodox career, born in New Zealand before being drafted to the Hawks, and...2021-05-2058 minUnpluggered3.12 "Wasn't pretty but they did the job..." ft. Frank CoghlanThe Saints snuck home by 9 points against the Suns in a typical arm wrestle. Back at 4-4 now they have everything to play for, first up is a big clash with the rampaging Cats at Marvel.Our special guest this week was Frank Coghlan who played 109 games for the club between 1986 and 1992!Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast.2021-05-141h 01Unpluggered3.11: "First real four-quarter performance..." ft. Justin KoschitzkeA dynamic win over the Hawks gives the boys reason to celebrate, with an eye towards the upcoming clash at our 'second home' up north against the Gold Coast Suns.200-game Saint Justin Koschitzke joins us this week on Unpluggered, to reflect on his career at the St Kilda Football Club, being drafted alongside Nick Riewoldt, coaches, Grand Final memories, and the pressure of major injuries throughout his career.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure...2021-05-051h 07Unpluggered3.10: "Confidence is everything..." ft. Sam GilbertThe St Kilda Football Club is struggling. There's no doubt about that. What's gone wrong? We're back to discuss another demoralising loss, but there is some light at the end of the tunnel.We also catch up with former Saints defender, Sam Gilbert, as we look back at his 200+ game career, and get his thoughts on the current plight of the St Kilda FC. Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on...2021-04-291h 04Unpluggered3.9: Jekyll & Hyde... ft. Jason HeatleyCould the real St Kilda Football Club please stand up? Another Jekyll and Hyde showing from the Saints after a competitive first half turned into a blowout loss to the Tigers in 'Maddie's Match.' How do we respond this week? Plus, we're joined by former St Kilda FC sharpshooter, Jason Heatley, as we discuss his unusual journey to AFL football, and that 1997 season.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on...2021-04-221h 20Unpluggered3.8: The Saints Fight Back ft. Lazar VidovicWith the Unpluggered team one man down as regular host Nick Splitter recovers from illness, Andrew Shostak - founder of the St Kilda F.C AFL Archive YouTube Channel - stepped in as a guest co-host with Darren Parkin and Aaron McGrath, reflecting on a famous - and potentially season defining - victory against the Eagles.The lads look ahead to the challenge of our 2020 AFL Finals conquerer in "Maddie's Match," and big cult hero, Lazar Vidovic, joined us for a late-night chat.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget...2021-04-1459 minUnpluggered3.7: "How do they respond?"What the f**k happened? A devastating 75-point loss to the Bombers in Round 3 has left the St Kilda Football Club's 2021 AFL season on tenterhooks, and the fanbase in anger and disbelief.How do they respond this week against the West Coast Eagles? The Unpluggered boys analyse the performance and the fan reaction since, and take a look at what the team can do to earn back some respect.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure...2021-04-0853 minUnpluggered3.6: "Fortius Quo Fidelius" ft. Russell HolmesbyRussell Holmesby is the official historian of the St Kilda Football Club. He's also written multiple books about the history of Australian Rules Football, including Saints' favourites such as "Heroes With Haloes," "The Point of it All" and "Strength Through Loyalty: Saints at Moorabbin and Beyond".Russell joins us this week to talk about his life as a St Kilda fan, and we back up from a disappointing result in "Spud's Game" with a huge opportunity against the Bombers in Round 3.Catch all our video interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe...2021-04-011h 16Unpluggered3.5: Spud's Game - Time2Talk ft. Stewart Loewe & Chelsea FrawleyThis week's episode is a tribute to the late Danny Frawley, as the boys are joined by the former skipper's daughter, Chelsea Frawley, as well as his great mate and fellow Saints great, Stewart Loewe, ahead of "Spud's Game". We focus on his legacy as both a St Kilda legend and men's health ambassador, and take some time to reflect on our own experiences in the mental health environment.We also discuss a great Round 1 victory over GWS, and take a look at the important upcoming clash against Melbourne FC at Marvel Stadium. Catch all...2021-03-251h 06Unpluggered3.4: Injuries, issues, debuts and a Giant opportunityIt's time! On the eve of the 2021 AFL season the Unpluggered Podcast boys are back together to preview the Round 1 clash with the GWS Giants in Sydney, as well a quick prediction of the major end of season awards.Catch all our Zoom interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the podcast.Guest and sponsorship opportunities: unpluggered@gmail.com.Thanks as always to the brilliant...2021-03-2040 minUnpluggered3.3: "The time of my life..." ft. Nick Dal SantoWith 322 games to his name (260 with the Saints), 3x All-Australian, and three grand final appearances, Nick Dal Santo is one of the most skilful to ever pull on the red, white and black of the St Kilda Football Club. We caught up with "Nicky Dal" to chat about his career at the Saints, the 2001 'Superdraft', his departure to the North Melbourne Football Club, and much, much more.Catch all our Zoom interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads...2021-02-2244 minUnpluggered2021 St Kilda FC Pre-Season Update ft. Chris ToceTake a look back at the off-season that was, with our special guest - Chris Toce, St Kilda Football Club state recruiting manager - with some insight into the 2020 AFL Draft and Trade Period, while, just as the Mens team did in week one of the 2020 AFL Finals series, it was a fantastic win for the Saints girls in their season opener against the Western Bulldogs. We chat through "Searle's Girls" and being able to watch footy at Moorabbin Oval again.Catch all our Zoom interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and...2021-02-041h 01Unpluggered3.1: The girls are back! AFLW 2021 ft. Peta SearleUnpluggered Podcast is back for another season of Saints Footy and we were delighted to speak with Peta Searle ahead of her second season as coach of the St Kilda Football Club AFLW team.We talked about the thrill of live sport again, and took abit of a look at the season ahead for our fantastic women's team. Catch all our Zoom interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay...2021-01-2942 minUnpluggered2020 St Kilda FC Season Review: A step in the right direction... ft. Aaron HamillTo some of the bigger clubs, just "making the Finals" might not seem like a huge achievement, but to the St Kilda Football Club, it was a goal not achieved in nearly a decade. And to win that first AFL Finals appearance in ten years? The sweet taste of victory still lingers.But still, the Saints have work to do over the off-season into AFL 2021. Unpluggered is back to wrap up the 2020 St Kilda Football Club Season, and look ahead to player movement, and next season, with a little help from the Saints' very own senior assistant...2020-11-041h 15Unpluggered2.22: "One step closer..." ft. Ken SheldonA finals win! Unbelievable scenes on Saturday evening as the St Kilda Football Club recorded their first AFL Finals victory since 2010, defeating the Western Bulldogs by 3-points in a cliffhanger at the GABBA. While it was a nervy few minutes, the Saints held on for a famous victory. A Semi Final awaits against Richmond as the 2020 AFL Season continues for at least one more week...In an eerily similar story to the 2020 Saints, a former Carlton premiership player took over the coaching reigns at Moorabbin in 1990, the following year leading St Kilda FC to their first finals...2020-10-081h 19Unpluggered2.21: "A badge of honour..." ft. Bruce Eva [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]There's been nothing about this footy season - or this year, for that matter - that's been normal, and the St Kilda Football Club secured their place in the 2020 AFL Finals with a dominant victory over the 2019 Grand Finalist GWS Giants. With the Western Bulldogs looming in an Elimination Final, the boys are back to discuss an emotional win, the latest St Kilda FC news, and the mighty Saints' Finals chances.We're joined this week by another well known, passionate St Kilda FC fan - journalist, commentator, author, and all-round media man, Bruce Eva.Catch...2020-09-301h 11Unpluggered2.20: "Win and we're in..." ft. Russell GreeneAnother frustrating loss for the St Kilda Football Club means the Saints are still waiting to confirm their place in AFL Finals for the first time since 2011. St Kilda FC's fate still sits firmly in their own hands, as a win this week - Round 18 against the Giants - will cement that long-awaited Finals berth. We look back at snatching defeat from the jaws of victory against the Eagles and look at our chances against the out of form GWS Giants.We're joined this week by 300+ game player (120 with St Kilda FC) Russell Greene to chat about...2020-09-171h 12Unpluggered2.19: "Good sides win those..."Another frustrating loss. Too often in close games, this season, the St Kilda Football Club has come up short. We look at the missed opportunity and ask ourselves once again "how did we lose that game?" while we look towards the Alistair Clarkson's depleted Hawthorn Hawks, in what really is a "must win game" at Metricon Stadium.Catch all our Zoom interviews on the Unpluggered YouTube page: don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Unpluggered wherever you listen or watch, and make sure to follow the lads on Twitter and stay connected with the podcast on all...2020-09-0435 minUnpluggered2.18: "So close, yet so far..." ft. David GrantIt was one that got away. While we didn't play well enough for long enough to deserve victory, ultimately the Saints should have left the GABBA with 4 points, but instead, left with a 2-point loss to the Brisbane Lions. Jack Steele was once again brilliant, while Seb Ross turned his hand to tagging, taking Lions star Lachie Neale out of the game. We look at the game and turn our attention to the next game, against the Melbourne Demons and their star midfielder, Christian Petracca.Continuing the theme of 80s-90s Saints on Unpluggered, former defender-flanker, David Grant, joined...2020-08-2757 minUnpluggered2.17: "The King Rises" ... ft. Russell 'Fly' Morris**** EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING ***It was a "must win" game for the St Kilda Football Club if playing finals footy was a serious goal for AFL 2020, and they duly delivered. Despite a lack of champagne football, the Saints controlled the game from start to finish against the Bombers to walk away with another 4 points. Max King received a deserved nomination for the NAB AFL Rising Star award in Round 12 for 3 goals - and he really should have had five or six - and a dominant performance against one of the AFL's best in Michael Hurley. We take a look back...2020-08-2055 minUnpluggered2.16: "A Learning Curve" ... ft. David Hussey [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]First loss in a month and some tired Saints came crashing back to earth after a near ten-goal loss to the Geelong Cats. The boys talk the positives and negatives of the disappointing result with an eye towards what looks to be a must-win game against the Bombers, who are coming off a draw with the Suns and a 4-day break themselves.Former Australian cricketer and current Melbourne Stars' coach, David Hussey, joined us this week to talk about his love for the St Kilda Football Club, a famous family rivalry and other cricketing Saints, and an incredible domestic...2020-08-1452 minUnpluggered2.15: "Saints Pride" ... ft. Jason 'Jack' Daniels & Mikey ColeAnother hoodoo broken as the St Kilda Football Club left the GABBA after their first win over the Sydney Swans since 2012. The 4 points makes it three wins on the trot and the lads are in a good mood as they look toward another strong performance against the Gold Coast Suns at Metricon Stadium on Thursday night. Former Saint (and Swan!) Jason 'Jack' Daniels joined us to talk about time (115 games across two stints) at Moorabbin with Tony 'Plugger' Lockett, his famous kicking style, becoming a Saints cult figure, and the run to the 1997 AFL Grand Final. We're also joined...2020-08-041h 18Unpluggered2:14: Ruck Gurus Tear Apart SA HoodoosThe monkey is well and truly off the back with the St Kilda Football Club banking two Adelaide wins in 5 days against the Crows and the Power, cementing a spot in the top half of the 2020 AFL ladder after 8 rounds. The boys are back to review the Saints' victory over Port Adelaide and have a chat about the key matchups of the 2020 AFL Pride Game against the Sydney Swans in Brisbane. We answer all your questions from social media, touch on all the relevant St Kilda FC news of the week and get ready for a stretch of 4 games in...2020-07-2948 minUnpluggered2.13: "To Hell & Back Again... in 5 days" ft. Luke BallIt was a game they just had to win, and the St Kilda Football Club duly delivered. It wasn't pretty but it was incredibly important, with the Adelaide Oval monkey off their back, and all eyes on a second game in five days in Adelaide - this time against Port Power - and a crowded upcoming AFL fixture featuring four games in 16 days. Former captain Luke Ball joins us this week to chat about the 2001 'Superdraft,' leadership and building a legacy, Finals campaigns and the personal toll the move to Collingwood took on him and his family....2020-07-231h 15Unpluggered2.12: "Redemption Required" ... ft. Justin 'Frankie' PeckettThe boys try their best to put a demoralising Round 6 result behind them, but the memory of losing a 36-point lead to Fremantle is ever-present. Focus turns to Round 7 against the Crows in Adelaide, with the St Kilda Football Club desperate for a chance at redemption and remain in AFL Finals contention. Childhood Saints supporter (and 12th all-time on St Kilda games played) Justin 'Frankie' Peckett, joins Unpluggered Podcast to talk about the ups and downs of his decade and half at St Kilda FC.JUSTIN PECKETT 252 games (1992-2006 - #12 all time Saints)50 goalsSt Kilda Under 19s...2020-07-161h 04Unpluggered2.11: "QLD Saints!" ... ft. Andrew ThompsonWe're off to Queensland! With Melbourne in COVID-19 lockdown once again and the Saints heating up in sunny Noosa, the boys recap a pretty satisfying Round 5 victory over Carlton, which sees the St Kilda Football Club sitting in the AFL's Top-4 for the first time in a long time. We also hear from former St Kilda FC midfielder - 2000 Trevor Barker Medallist - Andrew Thompson, about his time at the St Kilda Football Club both as a player and director on the Club's board following his retirement in 2007. Plus, we have a special guest appearance from the co-founders of the...2020-07-091h 14Unpluggered2.10: Trouncing the Tigers and Carlton Calling... ft. Darren 'Chuck' Berry & Ollie Geale [ Celebrity Fan Episode ]It's always wonderful to depart the weekend with a big fat W on the board, and even more so when it's a convincing victory over the reigning AFL Premiers. Following the dismantling of Richmond in Maddie's Match, the St Kilda Football Club next face Carlton at Marvel Stadium on THURSDAY NIGHT following a late fixture change due to COVID-19 related travel restrictions. Listen as the boys recap the win over the Tigers and look forward to (hopefully) beating the Blues in primetime.Due to some technical issues - as you'll notice with our audio this week - and some...2020-06-301h 03Unpluggered2.9: Maddie's Match and Nathan Burke on St Kilda FC LoyaltyAFL Round 3, 2020 was a sobering experience for the St Kilda Football Club as they were comprehensively outplayed by a rampaging Magpie outfit. Luckily for Saints fans, there's always Round 4, with Maddie's Match - against the Richmond Tigers - always a special occasion. Listen as the boys chat through the ups and downs of the Collingwood loss, and look forward to supporting Maddie Riewoldt's Vision from afar this year.Head to http://mrv.org.au to support Maddie Riewoldt's Vision.He played 323 games in red, white and black, and the roll...2020-06-241h 02Unpluggered2.8: Beating the Bulldogs, Collingwood coming... ft. Aussie JonesAFL 2020 Round 2 is finally in the books - 84 days after the conclusion of Round 1 - and the Saints are now on the board with a win! The St Kilda Football Club delivered a withering burst of direct, beautiful football to dominate the Western Bulldogs after quarter time and now look forward to Round 3 against Collingwood, who are coming off a draw in a disappointing game against the Tigers. The boys look back at the best moments of the Saints 39-point victory and keep an eye on the upcoming Magpies clash.He was supremely skilled on both sides of the...2020-06-1758 minUnpluggered2.7: St Kilda FC's Aaron Hamill, and AFL 2020 finally returns81 days after the conclusion of Round 1, AFL footy is back with Round 1 and the Saints due to play the Western Bulldogs on Sunday evening at Marvel Stadium. The boys chat all the latest St Kilda FC news and updates, while current senior assistant coach - and former captain - Aaron Hamill joins the show to talk about his 190-game AFL career (98 with St Kilda FC) and give us some insight into the club during the global COVID-19 pandemic.This podcast was produced in isolation via a Zoom conference call, in conjunction with our...2020-06-1139 minUnpluggered2.6: Lenny Hayes on his St Kilda FC career and the Australian Football Hall of Fame #ILoveLennyFormer St Kilda Football Club star, Lenny Hayes, joined us on an incredibly special episode of Unpluggered to chat about his incredible career at the Saints, and his induction into the Australian Football Hall of Fame.LENNY HAYES CAREER NOTES297 games, 95 goals3x Trevor Barker Medal (2003, 2010, 2012)5x other times placed 2nd/3rdSt Kilda FC Captain 2004, 20074x All AustralianNorm Smith Medal 2010Madden Medal 20142020 AFL Hall of Fame#ILoveLennyThis podcast was produced in isolation via a Zoom conference call.Catch the video of our chat with Lenny Hayes (and all our isolation Zoom calls...2020-06-0525 minUnpluggered2.5: St Kilda FC's Seb Ross on an AFL 2020 return to actionIt would have been Round 9 of the original 2020 AFL Fixture, however in reality we've only completed one week of action. AFL players have been in social isolation like the rest of the Australian community due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, wreaking havoc on sporting competitions and schedules.With a return hopefully not too far away, St Kilda Football Club vice-captain and two-time Best and Fairest winner, Sebastian Ross, joined an special, shortened edition of the Unpluggered chat room to discuss what the extended layoff has meant for the Saints players, and how they are preparing for a...2020-05-1419 minUnpluggered2.4: Zooming through isolation with Tim Membrey & Arryn SipossHe's a lifelong Saints fan who ended up playing 28 games for his favourite club, and hes now on the verge of a completely new career in American with NFL franchise, Detroit Lions. Arryn Siposs has spent the last few years honing the American Football craft of 'punting,' putting to good use his booming 'Superboot,' having kicked 21 goals over 5 years in the AFL system. We talk to Arryn about his career in RWB, as well as his time in Alabama playing in front of 90,000 fans at the famed Auburn University and his next steps on...2020-05-0755 minUnpluggeredLeigh Montagna - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.It started with the AFL's '2001 Superdraft,' and in a career spanning 15 years in red, white and black, Leigh Montagna played 287 games for the St Kilda Football Club. He is a two-time All Australian, and finished in the Top 3 of the clubs Best & Fairest (Trevor Barker Medal) on five occasions. Following the conclusion of the Saints 2019 Season, 'Joey' joined the boys on the Unpluggered Podcast to talk about his time at the footy club, Danny Frawley, coaching changes and much...2020-05-0316 minUnpluggeredJarryn Geary - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.In September 2019, Unpluggered's Darren Parkin sat down with Saints skipper Jarryn Geary to talk about his captaincy in troubling times at Moorabbin, his injury riddled season, and what comes next for the St Kilda Football Club in 2020 and beyond.Get in touch with the boys on social media, or via email at unpluggered@gmail.com.FOLLOW UNPLUGGERED:Facebook: /unpluggeredTwitter: @unpluggeredInstagram: @unpluggeredpodcastTHE BOYS ON TWITTER:@Darren_Parkin@vamh26@nicksplitterSpecial thanks as always to Australia's premier blues...2020-04-2612 minUnpluggeredGrant Thomas - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.A polarizing figure, Grant Thomas has spent 40+ years in the football industry. With 72 games as a player, and 123 as senior coach, as well as playing and working with some of the greatest footy minds in the game in various roles - GT is uniquely placed to commentate on the history of the St Kilda Football Club - and it's future.In August 2019, we spoke to former player, admistrator, assistant, senior coach - and now social commentator and pundit - Grant...2020-04-1821 minUnpluggeredStephen Milne - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.Love him or hate him, Stephen Milne is a great of the St Kilda Football Club.574 goals from 275 games puts him fifth on the St Kilda Football Club's all-time goalkicking list, behind only the storied careers of Tony Lockett, Bill Mohr, Nick Riewoldt and Stewart Loewe.Milney. Milne-dog. Tiprat.We spoke to him in August 2019 about his career, playing under coaches Ross Lyon and Grant Thomas, finals football and much more.Get in touch with the boys...2020-04-1116 minUnpluggeredAdam Schneider - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.Adam Schneider was an important cog in the greatest team to never win an AFL Premiership. 130 games, 160 goals and three AFL Grand Final appearances for the St Kilda Football Club (after 98 games and a premiership with the Sydney Swans), the small forward known as "Schneiderman" talks about that 2009-10 Grand Final period, coach Ross Lyon, and the best (and shittiest!) memories of his Saints career.Listen to our chat with 'Snides' from August 2019.Get in touch with the boys...2020-04-0414 minUnpluggeredPeter 'Spida' Everitt - Unpluggered S1 Special Guest [2019 RECAP]During the AFL's enforced COVID-19 break we'll be revisting some of our special guest interviews from previous episodes.Today - Round 2, 2020 - the St Kilda Football Club was scheduled to play the West Coast Eagles, so we thought we'd look back at someone who had a defining impact on a Saints vs WCE match way back in 1998.Peter 'Spida' Everitt kicked 6 goals and earned himself 3 Brownlow votes for his Round 6 performance, with the Saints coming back from a 27 point deficit with only 10 minutes to go, to ultimately prevail by two points.Listen as Spida talks through some...2020-03-2822 minUnpluggered2.3: One of the greatest Saints ft. Robert Harvey & Darren O'ShaughnessyAnother pre-season week gone means we're one week closer to Round of the 2020 AFL Premiership season! Before we get to our guests, the lads chat everything from the Marsh Cup and friendly match performances against the Hawks at Moorabbin and Morwell, the Saints AFLW side unlucky to not be on the positive side of the ledger - and higher up the ladder - after 3 hard-fought losses to go with their maiden AFLW win over the Demons, and how the squad might shape up for the next Marsh Cup game against Collingwood.In 2008, Mike Sheahan named this week's featured...2020-03-041h 13Unpluggered2.2: Boys Back at Moorabbin, Saints of Origin ft. Stewart LoeweOur next guest played 321 games for the St Kilda Football Club, kicking 594 goals between 1986-2002, co-captained the 1997 Grand Final team, and for a period, held the VFL/AFL record for the most marks in the history of the game. Stewart Loewe is a Trevor Barker Medallist, 2x All Australian, EJ Whitten Medallist and was named at Half Forward in the St Kilda FC Team of the Century.The man with the big hands - or 'Buckets' to his mates and fans - joined Unpluggered Podcast to talk about his career, the legacy of his great mate Danny Frawley, Tony...2020-02-191h 03Unpluggered2020: Let's Own It - ft. St Kilda FCW's Kate Shierlaw & Olivia VeselyFooty's back at Moorabbin!On the eve of a famous day in the history of the St Kilda Football Club, Darren Parkin, Nick Splitter and Aaron McGrath are back to kick off the first episode of 2020 with a bang.Just days out from the first official match of the St Kilda FC Women in their inaugural AFLW season, the boys discuss the list build of the St Kilda FCW team and the makeup of Conference B in 2020, the Saints finals chances in year one, and of course, the big Round 1 clash with the Western Bulldogs girls, coached by...2020-02-0647 minUnpluggered2019 Season Finale: "A Story of Great Players and Great Times" ft. Barry Breen, Jamie Cox & Chris ToceThe 2019 season is now officially in the books, with the NAB AFL Draft, Rookie Draft and Pre-Season Draft complete. After a massive trade period haul, the St Kilda FC recruitment team didn't have alot of draft assets to work with. Chris Toce, the club's State Recruitment Manager (VIC & Allies), joined Darren, Nick and Aaron in the studio to discuss what the process of youth recruitment looks like in the AFL, leading all the way up to final decisions on AFL Draft night. Another fantastic look under the bonnet, into the inner-sanctum of the St Kilda Football Club after Pro Scout...2019-12-191h 05Unpluggered2019 St Kilda FC Trade Wrap: Inside the Saints AFL Trade Period & RecruitmentThe 2019 AFL Trade Period is in the books and the Saints emerged as the big winners of this incredibly important part of the football calendar, with five - yes FIVE - quality players nominating Moorabbin as their preferred next club. Not only has Linton St become a destination for AFL talent, but while other clubs dithered and missed out on their targets, the list management team made it work, bringing in all five to boost the depth and talent level of the St Kilda playing list.You've probably never heard of Steve Lennie - and that's just the way...2019-10-301h 05Unpluggered2019 St Kilda FC Season Review: Reflecting on Spud ft. Jarryn Geary and Joey MontagnaThe Unpluggered crew are back in the studio again, this time wrapping up what has been a big couple of weeks - a big year, in fact - of St Kilda football.We break down the 2019 playing list, cover potential trades, and list our highs and lows and from the 2019 season.The boys also bring in another former Saints champion - 287 game, 2x All Australian Saint, Leigh Montagna - as well as a quick word from our captain, Jarryn Geary, and we take a sombre moment to reflect on the heartbreaking loss of our former skipper and beloved St Kilda...2019-10-031h 14UnpluggeredEpisode 6: The Day After Tomorrow, ft. Grant ThomasOne of the poorest losses of the year concludes season 2019 for the Saints. As we head into the silly season encompassing trade rumours, player movement and list management we welcomed former player, director and finals coach, Grant Thomas to the podcast.Darren Parkin (SEN 1116), Aaron McGrath ('H') and Nick Splitter (StatsInsider.com.au) talk through their favourite/best Saints player trades, review a disappointing Round 23 and start looking forward to next year, as well as an interesting chat with the controversial former coach.SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UP TO DATE AND PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!FOLLOW UNPLUGGERED...2019-08-281h 00UnpluggeredEpisode 5: A New Rising Star, ft. Stephen MilneFew players in VFL/AFL history have been as polarising as Stephen Milne, but, if you bleed RW&B, chances are you probably love a man who played 275 games and kicked 574 goals for the club. One of the greatest small forwards in football history, the man known as Milney is a two-time All Australian, four-time St Kilda FC leading goalkicker and the player opposition fans loved to hate. This week, Milney is our special guest on Unpluggered, talking everything from lockerroom pranks to the newly-unemployed Ross Lyon, to the bounce of the ball that went agonisingly close to delivering a...2019-08-2151 minUnpluggeredEpisode 4: Jack's back! ft. Adam SchneiderBack on the winners list! Four-time Trevor Barker Medallist (and "abit fat") Jack Steven returned to play a starring role in the Saints Round 21 clash against the Fremantle Dockers, a fixture which has turned into abit of a mini-rivalry between the two teams. Plenty to talk about this week, including a guest appearance by 200-gamer (130 with St Kilda FC), and three-time St Kilda Grand Finalist, Adam Schneider.Listen as the Schneiderman opens the lid on some of the shitty moments after the 2010 drawn AFL Grand Final, the special team chemistry in 2009 that delivered, statistically, one of the greatest single-season...2019-08-1355 minUnpluggeredEpisode 3: Gresham goes down, ft. Spida EverittToday you can hear him on the radio at 92.5 Gold FM, but in a former life, Peter Everitt played 180 of a 291-game career in the red, white and black of the St Kilda Football Club. The big #10 for the Saints finished his stellar AFL journey as a 2-time Best & Fairest winner, 3-time All Australian, and as of early 2019, a St Kilda FC Hall of Fame member. Now, he makes history as the first guest in Unpluggered Podcast history.Listen as Spida talks through some of his favourite (and most painful) memories, and what he loves about the mighty Sainters.2019-08-0659 minUnpluggeredEpisode 2: Opportunity Knocks...The boys are back, and there's three happy faces in the "Unpluggered" studio following the mighty Sainters' important win over the Demons in Round 19.SEN1116's Darren Parkin chats with Nick Splitter (StatsInsider.com.au) and Aaron McGrath (H!) about their earliest memories at and of the St Kilda Football Club, what went right in Saturday night's victory, and what needs to happen in the big Round 20 clash with the Crows in Adelaide. The lads give their votes and open the mailbox for the first time, to answer some questions from the masses. All the best to Billy Longer...2019-07-3041 minUnpluggeredEpisode 1: The AftermathIn the week following the removal of Alan Richardson as senior coach, three lifelong mates, die-hard Saints fans, decided to put their thoughts online in podcast format.Hence, "Unpluggered" was born. Darren Parkin (of SEN1116 fame) chats with long-suffering Saints members Aaron McGrath (known as 'H'), and Nick Splitter (of StatsInsider.com.au) to discuss the aftermath of the 'Richo Era' - and the installation of Brett Ratten as interim coach - plus the big Round 18 win over the Western Bulldogs and what's coming up for the Sainters against the Demons in Round 19.Get in touch with the...2019-07-2333 min