A new episode of The Footy Phil is here as Phil adjusts to life as a parent, revels in the success of his Rising Star campaign and puts the burden on senior coaches on the agenda.

0:00: Welcome to the Footy Phil

  • Phil’s new life as a puppy parent to Wally
  • Things he’s learned
  • A tip of the week about NASA space suits

4:57: From the West of the town

  • Why it’s so hard to take on the Tigers
  • Experience v system
  • The rising star of Tom Green
  • Jack’s role on Jack, Connor Idun’s impact
  • A new week, a new captain

17:45: Around the Grounds

  • North Melbourne get their first win
  • The Demons now 9-0, are they Phil’s premiership favourite?
  • Damien Hardwick’s comments on playing at Marvel Stadium: “It’s all about perspective”
  • The Patrick Cripps injury situation: should club’s be revealing players’ injury for their own betterment?

25:30: Phil Me In

  • The burden on senior coaches
  • Why ex-players are less likely to take it on
  • How do we alleviate the pressure?

32:33: The Final Countdown

  • Tip of the week It’s a dog’s life (again), get yourself a Kindle and get reading
  • Best on Ground: The foundation eight