Richmond FC’s Simon Matthews on footy media, culture & connection

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Sean Callanan chats with Richmond FC's Simon Matthews in this Sports Geek interview.

On this podcast you'll learn about:

How Simon found his way into sports media
What footy media was like when press releases were distributed by fax
The scrutiny of AFL clubs in a footy crazed city like Melbourne
Why Richmond were invited to speak to United Nations
Why indigenous culture is so important to Richmond as a footy club
How the club is embracing it's opportunity to enter AFLW
Why Tigers launched a podcast to tell stories about AFLW players
How Simon deals with press & social media especially when rumours swirl
Comparing flags 2017 vs 2019 how they were approached and celebrated
What is it like to win a flag against your own brother

Simon Matthews - Richmond FC

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Resources from the podcast

Connect with Simon Matthews on LinkedIn and on Twitter @SimonTiges
Follow Richmond FC at RichmondFC.com.au and on Richmond FC on Facebook and @Richmond_FC on Twitter and @Richmond_FC on Instagram
Check out the podcast discussed featuring the AFLW team – The Originals
More info on Richmond FC visit to United Nations
Football West club education program discussed on the podcast
Sports Where I Am founder Matt Scully, please get in touch if you'd like to tap into tourist market for ticket buyers.
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Sean understands the sports digital landscape, and that’s why he started Sports Geek. Working with clients across the sports digital world, he helps teams & leagues drive more revenue from digital and is focused on getting "cheeks on the seats" in stadiums. You can hear him on Sports Geek or present keynotes at sports conferences worldwide. Send him a tweet @seancallanan.