Simon Madden: The Truth About Essendon's Future | #262

In episode 262, Max chats with Essendon legend Simon Madden! From debuting for Essendon as a 16-year-old to becoming one of the greatest players in AFL history, Simon reflects on the defining moments of his remarkable career, the lessons behind the Bombers' premiership dynasty, and what the club must do to return to sustained success. We dive into Essendon's coaching search, why James Hird should earn the role through the process, what the next senior coach must get right, building a winning culture, and the leadership philosophies that shaped one of the AFL's most successful eras under Kevin Sheedy. Plus, Simon shares behind-the-scenes stories from the 1984 and 1985 premierships, the famous $550,000 Sydney Swans offer that nearly changed football history, the supplements saga, overcoming adversity, and the mindset that helped him build one of the greatest careers the game has seen. A fascinating conversation on leadership, culture, resilience, success, and what it truly takes to build a great football club. All this and much more in episode 262 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/