Hawk Talk Podcast

The Hawks were plucky but a Grand Final berth wasn’t to be, with the Cats prevailing in the Prelim by 30 points. And so a sensational season draws to a close, with plenty of reason to be optimistic, looking ahead to our 2026 campaign. In this edition of the podcast, we offer up our reflections on the game, there's a round-up of player movement rumours, some Brownlow banter, and much more! Don't forget to join us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

Another week, another terrific win on the road - and now the Hawks are into a Preliminary Final! There was so much to like in the 34-point win over the Crows. The midfield brigade was magnificent, led by the irrepressible final boss Jai Newcombe. Young rookie Jack Gunston booted five goals. Meanwhile, the backline was solid as a rock all evening. And now, an epic showdown with the old arch-rivals Geelong awaits! There's plenty happening for Hawthorn at the moment, and this edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast unpacks the lot! Don't forget to join us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

With Engie, it’s possible! The Hawks produced their best performance of the season in an unforgettable Elimination Final. They prevailed by 19 points over the Giants, taking another step towards premiership glory. Meanwhile, the same could be said for Box Hill, who bested Brisbane in an all-time classic VFL semi final. And up north in Cairns, our AFLW Hawks finally found some mojo, posting a comfortable win over the Saints. One big day, three big wins for the brown and gold - and now it's time to unpack the lot on the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to join us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

The first week of the finals is set, and Hawthorn has a huge task - they’ll be hosted by the Giants at Engie Stadium in an Elimination Final clash that has Hawkers more than a little nervous. Meanwhile, Box Hill’s untimely slump continued, our AFLW side just scraped by with a win over the Dogs, and a couple of Hawthorn’s best in 2025 were awarded All-Australian blazers. There’s so much to cover in this Elimination Final edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

It was the Gunners and Punky Show at the MCG, as the Hawks cruised to a comfortable 36-point win over the Dees. Finals look to be a lock - now it’s just a matter of who the Hawks face. Elsewhere up north, our AFLW Hawks opened the season with a sensational win over the Lions. Yup, there's plenty to tackle in another jam-packed edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

High stakes, high expectations, and the Hawks did more than win - they handed the Magpies an almighty smashing, prevailing by 64 points. Meek was in fine form, Sicily’s purple patch continued, and the fab forwards were too much to handle. And so, the club’s finals aspirations are alive! There’s so much to unpack in a brand new edition of the Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

Despite a gutsy performance in a topsy-turvy game, our very own Adelaide Oval curse continued. Unfortunately, the Hawks fell to the Crows late by just 14 points. The revelation of Will Day’s injury woes only made things worse, and now Hawthorn are fighting for their right to play finals, in what shapes as their biggest test of the season. Don't forget to follow us on our social channels, including X - @HawkTalkPod

A dominant first term saw the Hawks cruise past Carlton, producing a perfectly acceptable 24-point win. Besides some huge highlights from Calsher Dear and the returning Will Day, Barrass was a colossus in defence, and it seemed like the captain recaptured his mojo. Now, a mighty test awaits, as the Hawks continue their push for finals. There's all this covered and much more in this latest Hawk Talk Podcast! Don't forget to follow us on our social platforms, including X - @HawkTalkPod

There you have it, Hawkers - a flawless defence of the Tassie fortress. Four games in 2025, for four wins! The latest was a really pleasing 38-point victory over Port Adelaide. There’s plenty to talk about, including the sensational games of Moore and Impey, Finn’s alarming injury, Mitch Lewis’ return game, and the way the curtain came down on the Ginni and Ken caper - a happy ending for Hawks fans! All this and more is covered in this latest episode! Don't forget to follow us on our social platforms, including X - @HawkTalkPod