Pies Nation

With the much anticipated 2021 season just over a week away, we've got everything you need to help you get ready for a huge year.Join Nicholas Sacco and Marcus Callahan as we go through our thoughts from the Pies v Tigers Community Series game last Friday night, we’ll get your opinions on how some players had fared, we’ll go through the fans questionnaire we put out last week, compare answers and try and predict some of the key moments of the 2021 season, we’ll also go through the AFLW game where the mighty Pies are 6-0 as well as everything else that's happened in the last seven days at the Holden Centre. We've also brought back our good mate Mick McGuane to talk about his views on the upcoming season, it’s a chat you won’t want to miss.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: Pies NationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's great to be back recording another season of the Pies Nation Podcast and with the anticipation of the AFL season continuing to build, we have a lot to look forward too and a lot to already discuss in today’s episode. Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we go through all the off-season news we missed since our Season 2 finale, we’ll discuss pre-season games and players we’ll be keeping an eye on, we’ll get your fan comments as always about the players you’ll have your eyes peeled too in the lead up to Round 1 as well as some ways you the fans can continue to get involved throughout the show and we’ll discuss our incredible undefeated AFLW side with a few of us attending their latest win against the Dees last Sunday.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a very turbulent trade period, the general feel amongst Pies fans is that the draft hand we dealt has turned out to be a success and that things might be looking up as a result of it.Join Nicholas Sacco and Luke Humphries as we discuss everything from last Wednesday Night's trade period, we get all your fans thoughts on last week’s draft talents and we’ll go through all the off-season and pre-season news at hand including the Members Forum, Eddie’s big announcement, our final list changes and some possible fixture predictions.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It started after our loss to the Cats in the semi final when Bucks made it clear in his press conference we would be aggressive during the trade period, it ended with losing four players, gaining draft picks in return and one of the most divided that Collingwood supporters have been in a long time. Join Nicholas Sacco and Luke Humphries as we discuss all the fallout from trade deadline day last Thursday, we go through the good, the bad and the ugly and we get your fan comments and questions answered the best we can as us supporters try to make sense of what the last week or so means to us. We also look ahead to the draft period where we speak to Collingwood NGA players and hopeful Pies draftee Reef McInnes to talk about his plans for the upcoming draft.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been a crazy season as is it but when you’re at Collingwood, you know too well that the craziness will continue well and truly after we’ve finished on the field. We have an enormous end of season review podcast episode for you today, we’ll review the season from our perspective and we’ll give our thoughts and review every single player on the list. We’ll preview what we might be likely to expect during the upcoming free agency and trade period and with so much uncertainty going on, we’ll answer your questions and concerns about it all. Plus wedged in between our reviews and previews, we will be joined by former Collingwood superstar and current football analyst Mick McGuane to discuss all things season review, trades, list changes, coaching and even a bit about his entertaining career too.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies Nation Twitter: @piesnationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unfortunately our season has come to an end after a disappointing 68 point loss to the Cats in last weeks semi-final but while the season may be done for us, there is still a lot going on behind the scenes at the Collingwood Football Club as we begin the countdown to the highly anticipated 2021 season.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we (quickly) discuss the downfall that was Saturday night's semi-final, we review all the awards from Tuesday night's Copeland Trophy, we farewell our retired and delisted players from 2020 and as always we answer you fan questions and comments.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They said we were dirty. They said we were out of our depth. They said we were making up the numbers. They said the Eagles were too good at home. They said it was impossible. But they don’t know Collingwood like we do and when our backs are against the wall we deliver.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we bring you an incredible 50th podcast episode for you all this week. We go through how much that finals victory truly meant to us but also how much it meant to you guys too. Plus we also chat to a very special guest to celebrate both the win and our 50th show, 1990 premiership captain and Norm Smith medallist Tony Shaw will join us to chat about his own thoughts on the game, the best way to tackle the Cats and his memories on the 1990 flag which was 30 years ago to the date. We’ll also go through our preview of the semi-final against the Geelong and what we believe has to be done to ensure the dream lives on in 2020.Follow Pies NationInstagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook:

The stage is set for our elimination final against the Eagles on Saturday night and despite all the outside talk, the Pies Nation boys try to take the players approach and have faith that we can get the job done.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we go through our huge preview of the the Eagles elimination final including what we have to do right and what the best way is to go about it regarding selection. Plus we get plenty more of your fan inputs, including what you enjoy the most about watching milestone men Taylor Adams and Brodie Grundy, your favourite Ben Reid moments after the announcement of his retirement this week and your thoughts on what has to be done to ensure we leave Perth with the win.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: @piesnationTo donate to Luke's bikeride: https://greatcyclechallenge.com.au/Riders/LukeHumphries?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Ungrouped%20transactional%20email&utm_content=Ungrouped%20transactional%20email+ID_

We couldn't end the home and away season on a high, going down the top of the table Port Adelaide by 16 points on Monday night but the Pies Nation boys are still grateful to be in the last eight teams of the competition, fighting it out for the flag.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we discuss all the positives and negatives from the Power loss, we talk a bit of off-field trade rumours and get your official fan grades from the entire home and away season in 2020. Plus stay tuned to find how you can get involved and play a special role in cheering our boys on in the finals as they make their way to the West.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a rollercoaster of emotions on Monday night, the Pies pulled through to beat the Gold Coast Suns and book their spot in the top eight for the 2020 season.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we discuss the good and the bad from the win over the Suns, we respond to your reactions to Cozy's incredible goal, reminisce on some classic JT moments in celebration of his 100th game last week and discuss some of your opinions on who can lead us the way in our finals campaign. Plus, we preview our final round of the home and away season against Port Adelaide and take a moment to congratulate our skipper Scott Pendlebury on his record breaking achievements this weekend.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: @piesnationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While an 8 point loss to the Lions last Friday night has left us feeling frustrated, the race to the finals still very much remains and with a couple of big weeks ahead, the boys at Pies Nation are very eager to see what the Pies can muster in the last two games of the home and away season. Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we rue what was a missed opportunity against Brisbane, we delve into our injury list and point who we may see again in 2020, we answer your fan questions about our worth if we do make the finals and we preview a must win match against the Gold Coast Suns this Monday night,Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: @piesnationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True happiness is beating the Blues and there was plenty of happiness to share around the Pies Nation boys after we ran away with a four goal win against our old rivals at the GABBA on Sunday.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we relive all the awesome moments from the Carlton match as well as compile all your favourite moments to form some good discussions. Who wore that number is short but still allows us to reminisce on the good old days of playing AFL 2005 and we preview our return on the Friday night stage when we take on 2nd placed Brisbane.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: @piesnationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An even five goal win against North Melbourne on Monday was enough to get the four points in the bank and continue to hold our spot in the 8 but we all know that we are well away from being comfortable with where we are at the moment.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we discuss all our reactions to our win over North, we look back on some of our magical Indigenous players of the past, we get your positive takeouts from Monday's game and we take a good look at Sunday's all important match against old rivals Carlton at the GABBA.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: @piesnationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A season defining game turned into a nightmare at the GABBA on Saturday night after we were smashed by Melbourne to the tune of 56 points; a loss the boys at Pies Nation are trying quickly to forget.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we try to fathom the things that fell away in our loss to the Dees, we have some honest discussion off the back of your fan questions and comments, plus we preview our Monday night clash against the lowly North Melbourne at the GABBA.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was gritty, it was frustrating, it was full of mixed feelings but we managed to get the four points against the winless Crows on Thursday night as we continue to aim to secure a spot in the finals.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we review our victory against Adelaide, we hear from some lucky SA fans about their experiences watching the boys play live again, we get to all your fan questions and concerns for the week ahead plus we preview what looks to be a season defining clash against the Demons this Saturday while trying our best to predict what our team changes might look like.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the help of a bit of Daicos magic, the Pies were able to scrape their way to a nine point victory over the Swans at the GABBA on Thursday afternoon, but there's little time to enjoy returning to the winners list.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we break down the moments that mattered in Thursday's win, plus we get your reactions to Daicos' goal of the year contender and we preview our matchup with the Crows this Tuesday in Adelaide.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An infuriating loss to the Dockers on Sunday afternoon has put the Pies out of the top 8 after the halfway point of the season and the boys at Pies Nation do what they can to make sense of it all.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we discuss what led up to the loss to Fremantle, the pieces that have to be put together to move forward in the season, we answer your comments and frustrations from Sunday's defeat and we preview an important game against the Swans at the GABBA on Thursday evening.Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an absolute demolishing from the West Coast Eagles on Sunday, the boys at Pies Nation attempt to regather and move forward as we hit the halfway point of the 2020 season.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we look at what went wrong against the Eagles and how we can turn things around. We also get your thoughts on how to get back on track, plus we preview the clash with the Dockers this Sunday including the selections we think must be made this week.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life in the Perth hub couldn't have started any better after the Pies did the job and beat the Cats by 22 points at Optus Stadium on Thursday night.Join Nicholas Sacco, Marcus Callahan and Luke Humphries as we discuss all the players that stood up during the impressive win over the Cats, we get some comments from our WA fans on how good its been to have crowds back at the footy interstate, we answer all your questions for the week and plus we try to unravel a few selection headaches as we prepare for a crucial clash against the Eagles this Sunday.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationFacebook: Pies NationTwitter: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pies responded in beautiful fashion on Friday night, defeating the Hawks by 32 points, and the confidence is right up as we make Perth our home for the next three weeks.Join Nicholas Sacco, Luke Humphries and Marcus Callahan as we discuss all the aspects that resulted in our victory over Hawthorn on Friday night, we take a good look at how our debutants went, we answer all your questions from the weekend and we preview a big clash that awaits with the Cats at Optus Stadium this Thursday night.Follow Pies Nation:Instagram: @piesnationTwitter: Pies NationFacebook: Pies NationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.