The Agenda Setters | James Hird meets with Bombers & disconnect up on the Gold Coast

The Agenda Setters | Hird Back in Contention, Devils Pursue Pearce, Lohmann Set for Big Offers

Mitch Cleary reveals James Hird’s chances of returning as Essendon coach are growing and Tasmania is heavily courting Fremantle captain Alex Pearce. Tom Morris reports rival clubs are preparing major offers for Kai Lohmann, while Nick Riewoldt challenges AFLPA CEO James Gallagher over players receiving full pay while on personal leave. Plus, the latest trade news, John Longmire’s coaching future, Marvel Stadium’s lighting issues and a Tribunal twist involving AFL MRO Michael Christian. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Agenda Setters | James Hird meets with Bombers & disconnect up on the Gold Coast

James Hird has officially met with Essendon as he pushes for a coaching return, while Caroline Wilson reveals concerns over Damien Hardwick's relationship with Gold Coast leaders Noah Anderson and Matt Rowell. Plus, Luke Hodge questions Christian Petracca's form, and the Giants face a crucial Toby Greene retention battle. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Agenda Setters: Merrett Targeted | Marshall Set to Stay & Tassie's Coaching Race

Tom Morris reveals Chris Scott has personally contacted Zach Merrett as Geelong ramps up its pursuit of the Bombers captain. Caroline Wilson provides the latest on Rowan Marshall's future, with St Kilda increasingly confident the star ruckman will remain at the club. Plus, the race to become Tasmania's inaugural coach heats up, with John Longmire now firmly in the mix alongside Ken Hinkley. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Agenda Setters | Bombers' Coaching Search Heats Up, Umpire Audio & Max King's Return

Essendon's coaching search takes another twist as Tom Morris reveals the club's interview shortlist, with James Hird among the leading candidates. Plus, go inside the fiery Suns-Pies flashpoint with revealing umpire mic audio, before Max King opens up on his injury comeback and why he's determined to return to AFL level before the season is out. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Agenda Setters | Bailey Set To Stay, Neale’s Collingwood Link, The Latest Coaching News

Caroline Wilson has the latest on Zac Bailey’s future, with the Lions star looking increasingly likely to stay in Brisbane. She also reveals why Essendon and St Kilda believe Lachie Neale could be bound for Collingwood, and shares fresh details on John Longmire’s stance amid Essendon’s coaching hunt. Plus, Kane Cornes calls for the AFL to step in and set limits on long-term contracts. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.