This week on Red & Black Unfiltered, Coops and Pete reflect on what was billed as “our Grand Final” against the Blues — and how it slipped away.
They break down the key moments, the inside-50 pain, and where the Bombers fell short despite the stakes. Player performances come under the spotlight as Redman continues to shine, while the “Baby Bombers” in Clarke and Kako show plenty of promise.
Votes are handed out, stocks are tracked up and down, and contract talk looms large as the list continues to take shape.
The boys also cast their eyes forward to the season’s final outing — a return bout with Gold Coast. Can Essendon salvage pride and finish on a high?!
Plenty of honesty, analysis, and Bomber passion — enjoy!
In this week’s Red & Black Unfiltered, Pete and Coops break down Essendon’s fighting performance against the Saints. Despite falling short on the scoreboard, the Bombers showed plenty of heart, with another debutant stepping up and young players proving their worth.
The boys dissect midfield depth in the absence of Merritt, hand out their player votes, and run through whose stock is rising and falling.
Flying Blind returns with a couple of curly questions on the Bombers’ best forward mix — and the $2 million man.
The Carlton clash looms large: what would a win mean for morale, rivalry, and redemption?
Plenty of honesty, analysis, and Bomber passion — enjoy!
In this special edition of Red & Black Unfiltered, Pete is joined by former AFL sports doctor Dr. Clugston to go deep on Essendon’s unprecedented injury crisis.
We unpack the causes, the pressure on medical teams, and the emotional toll on players. Dr. Clugston shares insider insights on concussion protocols, player rehab, and the ethical dilemmas faced in high-pressure environments.
We also turn our attention to the Bombers’ resilient showing against Geelong — how the side stood tall despite being undermanned, what it means for team morale, and the role young players are playing in keeping the season alive.
With the Sainters up next, a golden opportunity looms for a much-needed win — we weigh up the chances.
Enjoy, Bomber fans!
In this week’s episode of Red & Black Unfiltered, it’s feeling like Groundhog Day as Coops and Big Picture Pete wade through another chapter of the Bombers’ season.
The Swannies game — and the sliver of respectability it brought — is digested. The players remain under the spotlight with this week’s Votes and Essendon Xchange: who’s standing up, and who’s fading out?
BPP comes in hot with part 3 of his “future lens” — what does it all mean? With list management, high-performance shakeups, and trust in the playing group all up for debate, it’s another brutally honest look at where Essendon is… and where it needs to go.
We finish with an eye to the Cats game. We’re praying for a miracle — but more than anything, we just want to see breakout moments and eye-catching performances.
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In the latest instalment of Red & Black Unfiltered, emotions are mixed as the Giants cruise past the Dons in second gear.
Pete and Coops dig into the growing pains of a young, injury-riddled Essendon side — can we really expect more, or are certain players now firmly under the microscope?
The traditional Flying Blind segment returns, tackling hot topics including the game plan, our next high-performance boss, and a few infamous list cloggers from years gone by.
We also preview the upcoming clash with the Doggies — and dare to hope for a performance that gives us something to smile about.
Enjoy, Bomber fans!
This week on Red & Black Unfiltered, Coops and Pete break down a grim Essendon performance against as cracks in connectivity and cohesion continue to widen across the field.
Yes — more serious injuries, this time to Martin and Setterfield. It’s now reaching unprecedented territory.
Pete faces the heat in a special rapid-fire edition of Flying Blind, tackling the big questions about the list, leadership, and what’s next.
We also look ahead to the quick turnaround for The Stringer Game, with more team changes on the cards — including yet another debut? We ask the Bombers to at least deliver a competitive showing!
Frustration, honesty, catharsis… and just a flicker of hope.
Enjoy, Bomber fans.
In this week’s episode, Coops and Pete are back from the bye—jet-lagged, patched up, and ready to dissect another solid but in the end frustrating Essendon performance.
As usual the all important match votes, rising stocks, and players in the gun.
Scoops dives in the rising injury toll and how it’s potentially derailing our season.
Whether the Bombers’ high-performance team is under the pump? (spoiler: yes)
Discontent bubbling among players—and what it means for the club
The boys preview a big Round 18 clash against the Tigers, asking: do the Bombers have enough bodies—and belief—to get it done?
Plenty of opinions, a few laughs, and maybe some therapy for fellow Essendon fans. Strap in. Or strap up, depending on your soft tissue status.
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In this episode of Red & Black Unfiltered, Coops and Pete delve back into the memory bank to lightly unpack the Freo game.
A few shining lights with the old and new but the broader implications of Essendon's growing injury list continue to impact performance.
The boys break down player form, hand out match votes, and dive into the ongoing Draper contract saga.
With the Suns looming, the boys preview what's at stake, are we are chance? - and who is on the bus as Essendon charts its course into the final stretch of the season.
Coops is out of action, so Pete is joined by special co-host Josh, another great friend of the pod.
Both lads were at the G on Saturday, but had very different experiences - one in the outer, and the other schmoozing with famous faces in the MCC.
The boys dissect the belting at the hands of the slick Cats, provide some votes and run the rule over the big movers with the Essendon Exchange.
The boys then have a cracking edition of Flying Blind, with Josh’s take on the season so far, a call-out to Rosa to get Harley, and some debut forecasting.
The pod wraps up with a preview of the our trip out west to play the Dockers, with a theme of hope rather than expectation.
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In the latest episode of Red & Black Unfiltered, Coops and Pete dissect Essendon’s frustrating loss to Carlton — another slow start, another fightback, but still not enough.
The kids continue to shine, and while it’s a tough stretch, there’s hope this season may be remembered as the beginning of a rebirth.
As always, the boys debate who’s rising, who’s falling, and dive into the latest on Zach Reid’s new deal and Sam Draper’s contract limbo.
Plus, a cracking mailbag question sparks chaos: who wins — the injured Bombers or the fit ones?
They finish with a preview of the Geelong clash, and whether it’s time to unleash even more of the youth brigade.
Tune in and enjoy, Bomber fans!
The Dons didn’t get the win, but it wasn’t all doom and gloom.
In this episode, Coops and Pete unpack the Brisbane loss — and the signs that the future’s in good hands.
Caddy looked right at home, Caldwell went beast mode in the third, and the young brigade showed plenty. We talk plenty of positives, potential missed chances and forward pressure issues (again).
There’s mid-season draft chat, player votes, stocks rising and falling — and we welcome back Big Picture Pete as he zooms out for a check-in on what does the half point tell us with our list and its progression.
Next stop: Carlton. Winnable. Potentially very wet and maybe another debutant is on its way!
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Essendon’s Dreamtime win over Richmond wasn’t pretty—but it was gutsy.
In this episode of Red & Black Unfiltered, Pete and Coops are joined by long-time Bomber tragic Boydy to dissect a scrappy 23-point victory that came at a cost. Injuries to key players like Kyle Langford and Zach Reid have left the Bombers with a growing casualty list.
We spotlight the impressive debut of Angus Clarke, who seized his opportunity and examine how the Bombers' depth is being tested.
With the mid-season draft looming, we debate potential selections and the strategic moves needed to bolster the squad.
Plus, we preview the upcoming clash against the Lions, emphasizing the need for intensity and effort on the field. Can the Dons rally and find consistency in the face of adversity?
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After a 91-point demolition at the hands of the Bulldogs, we dig into what went wrong — and the fallout that followed.
While the on-field performance raised plenty of questions, it was Brad Scott’s post-game comments that really sparked debate. Has the coach misread the room? Or is he sticking to a longer-term plan fans aren’t buying?
We break down the coaching narrative, assess individual player efforts (yes, a few stood up in the carnage), and get stuck into the eerily subdued atmosphere that mirrored the team’s lack of fight.
Fan frustration is growing — and with it, the familiar whispers. Yep, Hirdy’s name has entered the chat once again!
We also look ahead to the Tigers clash, talk selection shake-ups, and ask the big question: what kind of response is actually acceptable from here?
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Is it time to go ALL IN on the Baby Bombers after Essendon’s most entertaining win of the season? — a gutsy, if slightly wonky, takedown of the Swans.
Pete and Coops dive into the rise of Caddy, Reid, and the new-gen Dons, a defence that suddenly knows what it’s doing.
There's honest talk on injuries, hot-and-cold player form, and why the Bomber faithful should buckle up for a rollercoaster — but promising — rebuild.
They wrap things up with a robust preview of the must-watch clash against the Bulldogs.
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A stumbling win over the Kangas is once again soured by a brutal run of injuries.
Coops spotted Sheedy’s Martians in full force — did they help or hinder the lads?
Pete highlights some Hungry Dons moments…not happy.
The Votes and Essendon Exchange return, shining a spotlight on the good and the bad.
Flying Blinds sparks big debate: “What do we do if Goldy goes down?” and “Has Brad got selection integrity right?”
The Swans are up next — and changes are a comin’!
Enjoy, Bomber fans.
Anzac day wrap; disappointed but not dismayed. Pete and Coops give a thorough run down of a brave performance where we were left someway short.
Big Picture Pete returns with a check in on where this leaves us a quarter of the way into the season.
Coops poses a question on the Clarko and Scott comparison which leads into our game preview against the Tin Rattlers.
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The wins keep rolling - falling over the line against the Eagles. Pete and Coops digest in full.
A win soured by the massive loss of Draper to a season ending injury. What does this mean to our Ruck strategy and stocks and the flow on impact to the season?
An ANZAC day themed Flying Blind relives some great memories.
We finish with all the excitement that comes with an ANZAC day clash with the Pies. How is it going to play out?
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Gather Round joy with a nice win against the lowly Dee's. The boys digest what does this win means to the Dons season fortunes.
Coops with the Scoops is back with a take that shocks Pete who questions whether just its all just tongue in cheek stuff.
Essendon Xchange returns with those rising high vs falling considerably short.
Pod finishes with a solid preview for the game in Perth vs the Eagles.
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In a quiet week on the Essendon news front, the boys bring a light and banter filled episode to the fans.
The pods opens with some general footy chat as the pressure gauge is red hot on the Blues and the Dees.
Flying Blind gets a solid run with some curly questions from the listeners.
The excitement builds for the Gather Round as we preview our game vs the Dees.
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Let there be light! A first win against the Power brings the positivity after a week of intense scrutiny.
The big question is discussed on whether there was an overaction? Did some big calls need to be retracted?
The boys dive into the player votes for the yet to be named award.
Flying Blind returns with some juicy and thought provoking questions.
An injury update rounds up a sharp and punchier episode as the Dons head into a bye week to fresher up.
Enjoy Bomber Fans!
