https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/out-of-bounds-with-michael-barlow--1974314


Your host, Michael Barlow, has a strong interest in all sports and a passion for human engagement and expression.

Each week Michael will have a conversation with a current AFL footballer or key stakeholder allowing them to give a candid perspective on life inside and outside the AFL as well as their thoughts on issues surrounding the game, the league and professional sport in general.

All feedback is encouraged to Michael on his Twitter @mbarlow21

Welcome and enjoy.]]>enSociety & CultureCopyright Peter Saracenihttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/83ea53b910e0d938d36d001b3615b082.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/out-of-bounds-with-michael-barlow--1974314Mon, 24 Jul 2017 07:26:41 +0000Peter SaraceniPeter Saracenifeeds@spreaker.comThe Out of Bounds Podcast with Michael Barlow is the first ever podcast to be hosted by a current AFL player that invites listeners behind the curtain to discover what life is really like in the AFL. 

 Your host, Michael Barlow, has a strong interest...


Your host, Michael Barlow, has a strong interest in all sports and a passion for human engagement and expression.

Each week Michael will have a conversation with a current AFL footballer or key stakeholder allowing them to give a candid perspective on life inside and outside the AFL as well as their thoughts on issues surrounding the game, the league and professional sport in general.

All feedback is encouraged to Michael on his Twitter @mbarlow21

Welcome and enjoy.]]>cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-20-alex-johnson-vs-michael-barlow--12419740Alex has undergone five separate knee reconstructions so it’s great to talk through his incredible journey in Football already and he is still only 25 years old. We talk about:

Alex’s early days prior to being drafted.
The culture he walked in to at Sydney and the main figures at the club that drive that culture.
The reaction and feeling behind each time he did his knee and why they opted for LARs surgery a few times.
What range of emotions you experience for yourself and your teammates during such a long stint out of the game.
What lessons we both learnt from going through serious injuries prior to having another serious injury.
The lucky aspect of being in a work environment that allows you to get injured and travel while still being paid.
His relationship with Daniel Menzel who has gone through a very similar path in the AFL.
His return to footy this year and the overwhelming amount of people that attended the game.
His chances of making the team this year given their potential finals berth.

With 1736 days between games at one point and 900 plus days without being able to run during the recovery it really is an incredible footy story about a players whose best is yet to come. Hope you all enjoy this weeks episode of the Out Of Bounds Podcast.]]>efa59997-44a0-4bf2-babb-a7b500c97988Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:18:56 +0000Peter SaraceniEveryone loves a good story about resilience and this weeks guest on the Out of Bounds Podcast has one that trumps most. Joining me this week is Sydney premiership player, Alex Johnson. Alex has undergone five separate knee reconstructions so it’s...Alex has undergone five separate knee reconstructions so it’s great to talk through his incredible journey in Football already and he is still only 25 years old. We talk about:

Alex’s early days prior to being drafted.
The culture he walked in to at Sydney and the main figures at the club that drive that culture.
The reaction and feeling behind each time he did his knee and why they opted for LARs surgery a few times.
What range of emotions you experience for yourself and your teammates during such a long stint out of the game.
What lessons we both learnt from going through serious injuries prior to having another serious injury.
The lucky aspect of being in a work environment that allows you to get injured and travel while still being paid.
His relationship with Daniel Menzel who has gone through a very similar path in the AFL.
His return to footy this year and the overwhelming amount of people that attended the game.
His chances of making the team this year given their potential finals berth.

With 1736 days between games at one point and 900 plus days without being able to run during the recovery it really is an incredible footy story about a players whose best is yet to come. Hope you all enjoy this weeks episode of the Out Of Bounds Podcast.]]>1967cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-19-joel-selwood-tom-lonergan-vs-michael-barlow--12313183After asking the big questions about the potential marriage proposal and pets that they have in their lives we cover a lot of important areas of the blokes careers both on and off the field including:

Where Joel got the nickname the Dog Sniffer from.
Joel’s recent concussion and his view on the line between courage and safety.
What goes through your head when you have a big injury like Tom and myself have had.
The inside scoop on what it’s like having a locker next to each other.
What the Dangerwood relationship is like off the field.
The bonds they share with their premiership teammates.
Their infamous Wacky Wednesday tradition and best costumes from the day.

 It was great catching up to discuss all this with the guys while they were up on the Gold Coast so trust you’ll enjoy the listen.
 ]]>f9131e12-7b37-488f-992e-a7ab006c1047Sun, 09 Jul 2017 06:35:35 +0000Peter SaraceniPremiership heroes Joel Selwood and Tom Lonergan are the guests on this episode of the Out of Bounds podcast and what a pleasure it was to have them on the show. After asking the big questions about the potential marriage proposal and pets that they...After asking the big questions about the potential marriage proposal and pets that they have in their lives we cover a lot of important areas of the blokes careers both on and off the field including:

Where Joel got the nickname the Dog Sniffer from.
Joel’s recent concussion and his view on the line between courage and safety.
What goes through your head when you have a big injury like Tom and myself have had.
The inside scoop on what it’s like having a locker next to each other.
What the Dangerwood relationship is like off the field.
The bonds they share with their premiership teammates.
Their infamous Wacky Wednesday tradition and best costumes from the day.

 It was great catching up to discuss all this with the guys while they were up on the Gold Coast so trust you’ll enjoy the listen.
 ]]>1356cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-18-simon-hogan-vs-michael-barlow--12313182After a humorous look at his role as emergency in one of Geelong’s Grand Final we cover some big issues both personally and within the AFL nowadays including:

Coming from being a student and going in to the AFL system with a real perspective on the reality of the situation.
How Simon’s publicised symptoms of his mental health issues were evident during his time at Geelong and what prompted the club doctors to make him take notice.
How he believes a high-pressure environment like the AFL system can contribute to those susceptible to mental health problems feeling symptoms of the disease.
His reaction to the Mark Robinson tweet regarding Alex Fasolo and his battle with depression.
Simon’s role with Headspace and the current program the Player’s Association has with MindMax to assist with healthy and fit minds.
The support he received through his mental health issues, especially when he was in hospital.
His transition out of the game.
Plus an update on my recovery from the leg injury and mental approach this time around to getting back on the field.

In such a glorified sport it’s sometimes easy to forget that there are some players fighting their own little battles and that’s why this is such a special episode of the podcast. A big thanks to Simon Hogan for giving us insight in to that aspect of the game.]]>781d558d-b9e4-4eca-b5c1-a7a500d38ec4Mon, 03 Jul 2017 12:55:58 +0000Peter SaraceniBefore coming on this weeks episode of the Out Of Bounds podcast, my guest Simon Hogan let me know he was going to be an open book about his battles with mental health and during this important episode it’s clear to see he wasn’t lying. After a...After a humorous look at his role as emergency in one of Geelong’s Grand Final we cover some big issues both personally and within the AFL nowadays including:

Coming from being a student and going in to the AFL system with a real perspective on the reality of the situation.
How Simon’s publicised symptoms of his mental health issues were evident during his time at Geelong and what prompted the club doctors to make him take notice.
How he believes a high-pressure environment like the AFL system can contribute to those susceptible to mental health problems feeling symptoms of the disease.
His reaction to the Mark Robinson tweet regarding Alex Fasolo and his battle with depression.
Simon’s role with Headspace and the current program the Player’s Association has with MindMax to assist with healthy and fit minds.
The support he received through his mental health issues, especially when he was in hospital.
His transition out of the game.
Plus an update on my recovery from the leg injury and mental approach this time around to getting back on the field.

In such a glorified sport it’s sometimes easy to forget that there are some players fighting their own little battles and that’s why this is such a special episode of the podcast. A big thanks to Simon Hogan for giving us insight in to that aspect of the game.]]>2484cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-17-tony-armstrong-vs-michael-barlow--12202164Tony and I have a great chat over many issues including:

The brutality of the AFL system and what it’s like being on three different AFL lists.
Our life growing up together.
Tony’s role at the Players Association.
Some of the better stories around his 35 games that he did actually get to play.

 We cover all this and more on this very funny episode of the Out Of Bounds podcast so hope you enjoy.]]>8c7a4364-1557-432c-9ee1-a78f009ea89aSun, 11 Jun 2017 09:40:31 +0000Peter SaraceniThis week three-club player, one of the most honest guys going around and lesser-known superstar, Tony Armstrong, joins me on the Out of Bounds podcast. Tony and I have a great chat over many issues including: The brutality of the AFL system and what...Tony and I have a great chat over many issues including:

The brutality of the AFL system and what it’s like being on three different AFL lists.
Our life growing up together.
Tony’s role at the Players Association.
Some of the better stories around his 35 games that he did actually get to play.

 We cover all this and more on this very funny episode of the Out Of Bounds podcast so hope you enjoy.]]>1264cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-16-jackson-trengrove-vs-michael-barlow--12069959It’s Jackson’s honest nature that makes for such a great chat as we go through the build up, game itself , the after mass following the match and what is a must do for all the fans thinking of heading over for the fixture next year.
Jackson also explains during the chat how he made the most of the bye over in China and that leads in to us chatting about his significant mentoring role with Jarred Impey. The mentoring doesn’t stop there though as he now has a baby girl as part of the family so it’s great to get his perspective on what it’s like trying to balance football and family life, a common struggle amongst majority of the AFL players.
Amongst all this we still manage to find time to talk about Jackson’s beginnings at Port Adelaide club and his interactions since with some of the legends of the club, up until the resurgence of the club in recent years. I hope you enjoy all this and the game of “Three Players” we play on this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds Podcast.]]>c74fc5c3-d118-4762-88cc-a78400c6cdaaWed, 31 May 2017 12:12:04 +0000Peter SaraceniFollowing our historical making game in China, I am joined by my rival from the field on that day Jackson Trengrove for this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds podcast. It’s great to speak to Jackson and get his perspective of the whole experience we...It’s Jackson’s honest nature that makes for such a great chat as we go through the build up, game itself , the after mass following the match and what is a must do for all the fans thinking of heading over for the fixture next year.
Jackson also explains during the chat how he made the most of the bye over in China and that leads in to us chatting about his significant mentoring role with Jarred Impey. The mentoring doesn’t stop there though as he now has a baby girl as part of the family so it’s great to get his perspective on what it’s like trying to balance football and family life, a common struggle amongst majority of the AFL players.
Amongst all this we still manage to find time to talk about Jackson’s beginnings at Port Adelaide club and his interactions since with some of the legends of the club, up until the resurgence of the club in recent years. I hope you enjoy all this and the game of “Three Players” we play on this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds Podcast.]]>1434cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-15-jarrod-harbrow-vs-michael-barlow--11951749Over a coffee and some banana bread, Jarod provides an intimate insight in to what it means to an indigenous player in the competition heading in to such a great fixture on the AFL calendar. Jarrod talks about the interesting story behind Gold Coasts Guernsey that was created specifically for the indigenous round and also discuss some of the key indigenous players that have helped shape their position in the AFL. 
We then take a light-hearted look at some of his time in the AFL. We talk through some of the more interesting teammates he played with, how he caught a fish with a broken hand and how his love for country music sent him to Vegas of all places. Jarrod also discusses his Leadership Academy and the motivation behind him becoming a role model at the club for some of the younger indigenous players in the team.
 Amongst this all Jarrod and I also get a chance to talk about some other challenges he has faced off the field and what players he used to and still does admire in this great game. Hope you enjoy the episode!]]>926d21ce-c02f-4462-abff-a77e00cf8c0eThu, 25 May 2017 12:38:37 +0000Peter SaraceniThis week we have a very special episode of the Out of Bounds podcast as Jarrod Harbrow joins me a head of the Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous round. Over a coffee and some banana bread, Jarod provides an intimate insight in to what it means to an...Over a coffee and some banana bread, Jarod provides an intimate insight in to what it means to an indigenous player in the competition heading in to such a great fixture on the AFL calendar. Jarrod talks about the interesting story behind Gold Coasts Guernsey that was created specifically for the indigenous round and also discuss some of the key indigenous players that have helped shape their position in the AFL. 
We then take a light-hearted look at some of his time in the AFL. We talk through some of the more interesting teammates he played with, how he caught a fish with a broken hand and how his love for country music sent him to Vegas of all places. Jarrod also discusses his Leadership Academy and the motivation behind him becoming a role model at the club for some of the younger indigenous players in the team.
 Amongst this all Jarrod and I also get a chance to talk about some other challenges he has faced off the field and what players he used to and still does admire in this great game. Hope you enjoy the episode!]]>1720cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-14-liam-picken-vs-michael-barlow--11803775So tough is Liam he is actually fresh off having to go through the concussion protocol so we have a chance to let the listeners in on what actually happens in the week following a player coming off concussed. Liam also gives great insight in to what it has been like at the Bulldogs over the past few years leading in to and after their premiership year. It’s the stuff any Dogs fan will love to hear.
Liam also talks about the story behind his VFL club financially assisting the Bulldogs so he could be put on their list and what strange pets he has lying around the house. With all this, some great twitter questions sent in from the fans and much more talked about there is some great listening on this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds podcast.]]>c1797272-3e1f-4a93-8440-a76b00615f6eSat, 06 May 2017 05:59:21 +0000Peter SaraceniThis week on the Out of Bounds podcast I catch up with one of the toughest players going around in Liam Picken. So tough is Liam he is actually fresh off having to go through the concussion protocol so we have a chance to let the listeners in on what...So tough is Liam he is actually fresh off having to go through the concussion protocol so we have a chance to let the listeners in on what actually happens in the week following a player coming off concussed. Liam also gives great insight in to what it has been like at the Bulldogs over the past few years leading in to and after their premiership year. It’s the stuff any Dogs fan will love to hear.
Liam also talks about the story behind his VFL club financially assisting the Bulldogs so he could be put on their list and what strange pets he has lying around the house. With all this, some great twitter questions sent in from the fans and much more talked about there is some great listening on this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds podcast.]]>1583cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-13-matthew-pavlich-vs-michael-barlow--11678894Being able to share some of his playing career with him it’s great to speak to Pav about his life off the field and all the different roles he still plays to keep himself busy. He even speaks about his recent off field success by winning the AFL PA’s Madden Medal and gives great insight into transitioning away from life as an elite athlete.
We have some light hearted conversation about the best post-match conference quotes from Ross Lyon as well as the best sprays he has ever received or witnessed. As always some interesting twitter questions come through and we get to hear Pav’s take on who is the best Docker, the most frothies he’s had at a Mad Monday and most importantly, what really went on for his recent Foxtel ad.
Pav has always been such an honest character on and off the field and he definitely doesn’t hold back in this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds podcast.]]>5c8d8deb-7c68-43a5-8013-a75400e1ba00Thu, 13 Apr 2017 13:44:18 +0000Peter SaraceniIt’s a great privilege this week when I am joined on the Out of Bounds Podcast by Matthew Pavlich. Being able to share some of his playing career with him it’s great to speak to Pav about his life off the field and all the different roles he still...Being able to share some of his playing career with him it’s great to speak to Pav about his life off the field and all the different roles he still plays to keep himself busy. He even speaks about his recent off field success by winning the AFL PA’s Madden Medal and gives great insight into transitioning away from life as an elite athlete.
We have some light hearted conversation about the best post-match conference quotes from Ross Lyon as well as the best sprays he has ever received or witnessed. As always some interesting twitter questions come through and we get to hear Pav’s take on who is the best Docker, the most frothies he’s had at a Mad Monday and most importantly, what really went on for his recent Foxtel ad.
Pav has always been such an honest character on and off the field and he definitely doesn’t hold back in this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds podcast.]]>1834cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-12-xavier-ellis-vs-michael-barlow--11565822Xavier opens up on a variety of topics including the feelings around being a Top 3 draft pick, the joys of being part of a premiership team at Hawthorn and coming back from a near bottom team to a Grand Final at West Coast. We also chat about the humorous side to Alistair Clarkson and the respect he has for his good friend at the club Jarryd Roughead. 
There is plenty of time for laughs on this weeks episode as we discuss things like the reverse rehab program Xavier came up with, the unbreakable AFL record he holds and how he was poached by West Coast while interviewing with Fremantle. 
All in all on this weeks episode it is great to hear the perspective of a player talking about his career once it has been completed so hope you enjoy the chat about all this and much more.]]>86376df2-31e9-479b-a323-a74500e2376dWed, 29 Mar 2017 13:49:30 +0000Peter SaraceniFor this weeks episode of the Out of Bounds Podcast, ex-premiership player and great character of the game, Xavier Ellis, joins me on the show for a chat. Xavier opens up on a variety of topics including the feelings around being a Top 3 draft pick,...Xavier opens up on a variety of topics including the feelings around being a Top 3 draft pick, the joys of being part of a premiership team at Hawthorn and coming back from a near bottom team to a Grand Final at West Coast. We also chat about the humorous side to Alistair Clarkson and the respect he has for his good friend at the club Jarryd Roughead. 
There is plenty of time for laughs on this weeks episode as we discuss things like the reverse rehab program Xavier came up with, the unbreakable AFL record he holds and how he was poached by West Coast while interviewing with Fremantle. 
All in all on this weeks episode it is great to hear the perspective of a player talking about his career once it has been completed so hope you enjoy the chat about all this and much more.]]>1953cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/round-11-tom-lynch-steven-may-vs-michael-barlow--11454077The boys and I have a great chat about their respective journeys to the leadership position as well as the culture of the club from the beginning through to today. We touch on their relationships with the infamous Rocket Eade and hear about some of the best sprays they’ve ever received from a coach.
Both Tom and Steve are happy to provide information about some of the characters at the club and even each other that we wouldn’t already know. Leading in to Round 1 Steve talks about his recent encounter with Stef Martin in a Q-Clash as well as the all important fantasy selections you should consider leading in to the opening round.
Special shout out to everyone for providing their twitter questions which a long with the co-captains willingness to discuss all aspects of the club made for such a great episode of the podcast.]]>50c53126-12d8-422c-bf6f-a73e00f97c88Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:16:00 +0000Peter SaraceniNot only one, but two of my teammates and captains join me on the Out of Bounds Podcast for this round, when I sit down and have a chat to Tom Lynch and Steven May. The boys and I have a great chat about their respective journeys to the leadership...The boys and I have a great chat about their respective journeys to the leadership position as well as the culture of the club from the beginning through to today. We touch on their relationships with the infamous Rocket Eade and hear about some of the best sprays they’ve ever received from a coach.
Both Tom and Steve are happy to provide information about some of the characters at the club and even each other that we wouldn’t already know. Leading in to Round 1 Steve talks about his recent encounter with Stef Martin in a Q-Clash as well as the all important fantasy selections you should consider leading in to the opening round.
Special shout out to everyone for providing their twitter questions which a long with the co-captains willingness to discuss all aspects of the club made for such a great episode of the podcast.]]>1564cleanfull