‘A Yappers Guide to Sport’ is a podcast for both fanatics and fair-weather fans. Each episode UC sports media student hosts James McEachern and Abbey Richards take a deep dive into the all the news and events happening in the world of sport, chat with guests, and share their thoughts on sporting hot topics.
In this episode Abby and James kick things off with a head-to-head trivia battle, testing each other’s knowledge on the NFL and Australian Ice Hockey League. They drop hot takes on key moves and players as the AFL and NRL head into offseason and dive into the best sports to watch this summer, like cricket, the NHL, and NFL playoffs.
In this episode Abby and James dive into some epic Aussie sports moments. They kick things off with the AFL Grand Final, where the Brisbane Lions crushed the Sydney Swans, and break down why the Swans choked under pressure. Then, they hype up the NRL Grand Final, celebrating the Penrith Panthers’ huge win over the Melbourne Storm, even with star player Nathan Cleary battling injuries. Finally, they talk all things ice hockey, giving major props to the Canberra Brave for their shocking 5-0 shutout against Melbourne Ice to snag the Goodall Cup. Lots of hot takes, team breakdowns, and fan moments!
In this episodes Abby and James break down how drafts work in the NHL, NFL, and AFL, explaining eligibility, trades, and the drama behind the picks.
In this episode Abbey and James break down how salary caps in sports like the NHL, NFL, AFL, and NRL affect team building and player paychecks. They also dive into how some leagues, like the Premier League, don’t have salary caps, making things a bit unfair when it comes to big-money teams dominating the competition.
James and Abbey discuss teams that absolutely dominate in their sport and why.
