With Melbourne claiming their first flag since 1900, expectations for the 1927 season were high. However, if you think expectations at Melbourne were high, Collingwood had lost the last 2 grand finals, the fans were busting down the door for a premiership, their drought now going back to 1919. Richmond were ready to start roaring again with a strong list and "Checker" Huges in charge. Carlton, no longer wanted to sing to be out of finals. North were looking for their first win in well over a year. There was optimism at Fitzroy with some new recruits bought in. We also introduce a new segment lead by the Kazman. 

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After the first season with 12 teams, and Geelong claiming their first premiership, Collingwood came out, determined to make amends for their previous Grand Final disappointments and go 1 better. The three new teams looked to improve on their previous years lowly achievements. South Melbourne leave their run to the finals late, and set up a final round showdown with a desperate Essendon. Geelong look to go back to back, and Melbourne, after several years of strong recruiting, continue to rise up the ladder. We also discuss what we could do to possibly replace Crapp watch?

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Recently Ryan (from Big Red's Round up) and Tim were lucky enough to go and chat to Russell Holmesby, the author of one of our most important resources The encyclopedia of AFL footballers every AFL/VFL player since 1897. We chat to him about this football bible as well as his passion for St Kilda and his experiences within world of football journalism. 

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