As we embrace the AFLW festival of footy, we discuss the latest concussion research, the role of player – and mascot! – unions, and what really drives change. And, as we farewell Red Rooster at the G, we offer an alternative footy menu.

We mentioned:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-02-20/aflw-kirsten-mcleod-gender-concussion-women-sport/100810750

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/feb/21/predict-aflw-flag-winner-if-you-must-just-mind-the-caveats-and-asterisks 

https://www.womens.afl/news/85864/indigenous-coach-makes-history-with-vic-metro-appointment

https://twitter.com/shelleyware/status/1494507849036492803?s=24

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