The Sunday Roast with KG & Leith Forrest - 6 September 2026
Summary
KG and Lee Forrest discuss the Adelaide Crows' historic finals victory over the Western Bulldogs, marking their first win in a decade and securing Matthew Nix's job. The show addresses the controversy surrounding a cheerleader’s blackface incident and the media frenzy over Nix’s potential sacking. Guest John Ralph analyzes the game’s key moments, including Josh Shelley’s HIA and Zach Butters’ transfer rumors, while listeners debate the Crows’ prospects against the Brisbane Lions.
Topics discussed
Intro and Father's Day greetings
Fan fickleness and Matthew Nix's standing ovation
Criticism of media reporting on Nix's job security
Origin of the Nix sacking rumors
Isaac Rankin's performance and fan reactions
Joshua Shelley's head knock and HIA rules
Blackface incident at Adelaide Oval
Security failures and lessons from the incident
Legacy night for Nix, Philthorpe, and Walker
Media overstepping and Nix's contract status
Crows' resilience without Jordan Dawson
Proposed contract strategy for Nix
HIA rules and Cody Waitman's free kicks
Zach Butters' future and Bulldogs' prospects
Brisbane Lions' confidence and wildcard round
Listener call: Crows' forward line strategy
Listener call: West Adelaide's contribution
Swans' historic victory and character building
Listener calls: Player performances and fines
Listener calls: Nix's future and blackface debate
Discussion on blackface and cultural sensitivity
Listener calls: Player praise and records
Listener call: Crows' chances against Brisbane
Listener call: Nix's performance and pressure
Listener call: Brisbane Lions' form and outlook
Sant'ella footy predictions and sign-off
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