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No Merger
Do you remember this incredible story? No Merger delves into the truth behind one of the AFL’s biggest and most controversial moments. Picture it. The entire Australian Football League was in a financial crisis, and was trying to broaden the game nationally. Two of the game’s iconic teams Melbourne and Hawthorn found themselves in discussions about merging. It came as a massive shock to the entire footy community, creating severe tension between the clubs and their fiercely loyal supporters. It was emotion versus business. What happened broke friendships and tarnished legacies forever. Hear...
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 stars from 292 ratings
Great listen
As a Dees fan I learnt a great deal from this. Well put together!
#Nick#2 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/01/21
Very interesting
This was very interesting to me as a Demons supporter who wasn’t around at the time. Thanks for pulling it all together.
CRWQ via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 01/29/21
Pod review
Well done, good to hear all the views from people in the middle of it.
triple J's forever via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/11/20
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Published 08/17/20
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