{"podcast":{"title":"Punt Pals Podcast","slug":"punt-pals-podcast-7034198","podcast_index_feed_id":7034198,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/urQrfoo4.rss","website_url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robbie9081","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/f1d9aae4-f6d3-4446-bb75-dd857104473d/41477986-1737959802765-c62c13de2dcef.jpg","author":"Robbie Von and Nick Ristovic","episode_count":102,"summary":"The Punt Pals Podcast is a weekly sports and betting show hosted by Robbie Von and Nick Ristovic, covering everything from AFL and racing to Formula 1 and the biggest sporting stories of the week. Each episode breaks down the upcoming weekend of sport with predictions, betting tips, multi bets and plenty of banter , helping punters and sports fans stay one step ahead. From AFL round previews and goal kicker multis to major racing carnivals and global sporting events, the Punt Pals dive into the key matchups, value bets and storylines shaping the week in sport. The show also features listener questions, hot takes, and the occasional debate about things that truly matter — like the best pub meal or the most underrated player in the AFL. Expect: • Weekly AFL previews and predictions • Betting tips and multis across major sports • Horse racing insights and big race previews • Formula 1 analysis and major international sport • Listener questions and sports debates • Plenty of laughs and classic pub-style sports chat Whether you’re looking for AFL tips, racing insight, betting angles or just a great sports podcast to kick off your weekend , the Punt Pals Podcast delivers sharp takes, sm…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-16T10:19:46.946959+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/punt-pals-podcast-7034198"},"episode":{"title":"72 | AFL Preliminary Finals Preview","slug":"72-afl-preliminary-finals-preview","published_at":"2025-09-18T13:06:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/punt-pals-podcast-7034198/72-afl-preliminary-finals-preview","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/punt-pals-podcast-7034198","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robbie9081/episodes/72--AFL-Preliminary-Finals-Preview-e38d2t1","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4af0427cbe0d357913922e481923af69de393df8cbfca7032a92e12e9a9c147a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNzc4ODQyNS05ZDgzLTQwZDUtYmU5Ni1iMDUxMGVlZTQzNzgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmMWQ5YWFlNC1mNmQzLTQ0NDYtYmI3NS1kZDg1NzEwNDQ3M2QiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NmNjMjA5Y2NjOWNiNzdjOGVjOTRmN2EiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy9mMWQ5YWFlNC1mNmQzLTQ0NDYtYmI3NS1kZDg1NzEwNDQ3M2QvZXBpc29kZXMvYTc3ODg0MjUtOWQ4My00MGQ1LWJlOTYtYjA1MTBlZWU0Mzc4LzQwNzcxMzQ4MS00NDEwMC0yLWI5ODUxNDUwNTRiNjgubXAzIn0=.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the Punt Pals podcast, Robbie and Nick dive deep into the excitement of the AFL finals, discussing their favorite teams, player performances, and trade rumors. They also preview the upcoming preliminary finals, analyze betting strategies, and share insights on the Wildcats' new roster. The conversation flows from the thrill of the finals to the implications of player injuries and trades, culminating in a detailed look at the betting landscape for the weekend's games. AFL finals are an exciting time for fans, regardless of team standings. The Wildcats have a promising new roster despite losing key players. Trade rumors are heating up, especially around Zach Merritt. State of Origin is set for February 14, creating buzz among fans. Adelaide's midfield struggled in the finals, highlighting areas for improvement. Brisbane's physical dominance was a key factor in their recent win. Collingwood needs to avoid long bombs into the forward line to succeed. Betting strategies are crucial for navigating the finals landscape. Player injuries can significantly impact team performance in finals. Gambling responsibly is essential for enjoying the betting experience. 00:00 AFL Finals Excitement 05:39 Betting Insights and Reflections 08:17 Injury News and Player Updates 13:07 State of Origin Announcement 20:51 Semi-Final Wrap-Up and Key Performances 29:43 Game Analysis: Brisbane vs. Suns 32:56 Suns' Challenges and Future Prospects 35:46 Previewing Upcoming Finals: Geelong vs. Hawthorne 40:21 Collingwood vs. Brisbane: Key Matchups and Predictions 51:18 Betting Insights and Strategies for Finals","meta_description":"In this episode of the Punt Pals podcast, Robbie and Nick dive deep into the excitement of the AFL finals, discussing their favorite teams, player perform…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3639,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/punt-pals-podcast-7034198/episodes/72-afl-preliminary-finals-preview/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/punt-pals-podcast-7034198/72-afl-preliminary-finals-preview.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}