INTERVIEW: Peter Rohde - 14 October 2026
Summary
Guest Peter Rode reflects on his distinguished career, from playing for Carlton and Melbourne to coaching Norwood to a 1997 premiership. The conversation covers his time as head of football at Port Adelaide, including the difficult dismissal of Mark Williams and the complex relationship between Tom McKillop and Phil Walsh. Rode also discusses his brief stint coaching the Bulldogs and his current role as a player manager, offering insights into the AFL's trade week and the evolution of the game.
Topics discussed
Introduction and career overview of Peter Rode
Current involvement in AFL and Trade Week
Growing up in Bendigo and early football days
Playing career at Carlton and the salary cap era
Success and finals heartbreaks at Melbourne
Retirement and the move to Norwood
Coaching Norwood to the 1997 premiership
Becoming caretaker and head coach at Bulldogs
Transition to Port Adelaide and tough times
Recalling Phil Walsh and his impact on the game
Current life, player management, and travel
Closing remarks and memorable high mark
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