Dermott Brereton Interview | BackChat Podcast

[@wjd17spy]

Was lucky enough to see this man play for the Mighty Hawks. I remember a game out at Windy Hill one Saturday afternoon and Essendon were giving us a bath. At half time I turned to my mum and pop and said I don't think we can win this game. (I think I may have been 13-14 years old at the time?) In the second half of the game Dermie put the whole side on his back and carried them to one of the most wonderful victories I've ever seen. He was just unbelievable that day (like most days he played to be honest). Love ya Derm, a hero of mine then and now. Go the Mighty Hawks!

[@DavidHunter-n8p]

Respect to Dermott. He is part of a dying breed. Someone who is honest and tells it like it is. Unlike most football media wankers who tow the AFL/Government line.

[@har234908234]

I'd like to say that's BS... but there's some truth in it. Only now there are media wankers who'll say anything for clicks - it doesn't matter if it is "how it is". I don't buy the toeing* of the AFL line. There's plenty of space for all to say whatever they want... any publicity is good publicity for the AFL.

[@MB-nv1pf]

Andy Maher!!

[@Kevin-oh2je]

@@DavidHunter-n8p 👋😂🇵🇭

[@nklin6]

Dermi is a genuinely top bloke. Every person ive ever talked to whos bumped into him, including myself, had a great interaction with him

[@gpet23]

100%. Met him once and gave me all the time in the world

[@royboy4571]

I am sure he is, but he's not the sharpest tool in the shed. Plus he has plenty of time for himself.

[@nklin6]

@royboy4571 transitioned from a successful footy career into a successful media career, doesnt sound real unintelligent to me

[@royboy4571]

@@nklin6 Listen to his special comments.

[@Kevin-oh2je]

@@nklin6 Dermie is a true legend of the game from a Blues/💛💙🦅 supporter Met him twice, playing for Aust V Ireland in Bunbury, WA, with siatica, '87/8 and on Scarbourough, '96 beach...top bloke

[@WaggaShuffle]

Love Dermi. Commentates in a positive, constructive, animated way. Unlike the boring, negative, drip the modern T.V commentators drool. Dermi keeps footy and life in perspective. A gentlemen considering he's experienced some heavy life stuff.

[@har234908234]

If you're not old enough to remember him as a player, the Hawthorn teams of the 80s were awesome and he was top tier. His commentary these days might not be for everyone (your preference is yours) but 20 or so years ago he was trying to bring the average fan up to speed with the way the game was going. For a bloke who was an *elite* player who played on dominant teams, I've always respected that he'd look for positives in young players on very ordinary teams... giving hope to the fans of clubs at the bottom half of the ladder to keep pulling for their side when others would take the easy way of kicking them when they're down. Hated him as a player... everything about him was opposed to how I want to see the game played... but The Kid grew up. Brutally honest about some personal stuff... fair play.

[@brucerogers2943]

Thanks guys, great to see Dermi again. Top interview as always.

[@joshhowie7657]

i was never a fan of his commentary but i remember talking to this Welsh bloke who had only been in Australia for 3 months and he said he loved Brereton and said his explanation of the game was brilliant, especially to someone who had no idea of the game before landing in OZ. that's the best complement i recon

[@videohistorysnippets8963]

What a player, saw so many games back in the 80’s and Derm gave everything for his team and teammates, he put his body on the line on every occasion. Love him and so proud of what he’s accomplished throughout his career. Go Hawks.

[@shannonpincombe8485]

Used to chat with Dermott as a kid as my dad used to take me to training at Glenferrie during rhe week. Years later as a young adult Dermott was a 'Publicity Personality' for Area nightclub in Croydon and, because he remembered me from my youth, he'd always throw me a few drink cards which always helped with the 'talent'. Best shirt front Dernie ever gave was in the final against Essendon at Waverley on Paul VanDerHaar. I was sitting about 20 rows back and you could hear the slap of body on body when he hit him and the crunch of VanDerHaars bones when his body hit the turf. Awesome footy!! Five flags in 11 years at the Hawks, 8 grand finals...thats one hell of a successful team. We would've beaten the Pies for the 1990 flag if it wasn't for the injuries we had. Anyhow...he was out and out my favourite player as a kid and he could turn a game in five minutes with his superior body work on opponents, ball judgement and his kicking, field kicking and kicking for goal, was elite. One of the best players to play the game. Hands down.

[@royboy4571]

I like to remember Dermie, for his undoubted talent, as a great football, particularly when he attacked the ball. Unfortunately his shirt fronts were in may cases, a cowards act, something that today, would never be tolerated. But, I grew up in that era, it was always known as a dogs act, even back then. Probably says more about you than Dermie.

[@dansmart_76]

I absolutely adored this bloke. Coming through the ranks as a junior it was 23 on the back with tipped hair! Inspired a generation of kids to play forward with a bit of flair! Legend!

[@BackChat]

Dead set legend

[@tonyhayes4980]

The pontificator

[@Kevin-oh2je]

One of my favourite footballers because of his premierships GREAT Would love to know him personally ☘️💙💛🦅👋😂🇵🇭

[@uToobeD]

I am so glad that I can appreciate the great insight that Brereton has because I know that some people can't. I think he gives some of the best analysis watching football, usually it's the details that most other people wouldn't think of. Other commentators tend to just say very obvious stuff. But Derm is a genuinely nice and kind human being, and I wish him all the best

[@smcd7779]

Dermie is a f’n legend what a guy, I was at that game woosha got him in the pocket haha beautiful

[@ivanpiva4415]

I was at Subiaco oval wasn’t it in the goal square perfectly executed shirtfront by worsfold

[@Huntsy]

the start is actually heartbreaking realising he hadn't seen one of his mates in 45 years, ngl that got to me a bit. motivational Derm. Well said.

[@warrenpitt6205]

Love Derm. Plenty of good times had, really good stories to share

[@himalayanhealthhut6656]

Ripper bloke Derm. Very very good centre half forward. Probably among the ten best in that position over the past 40 years. Hated him growing up though as a young Melbourne supporter.

[@markbozinovic706]

I don't have a single best footballer I've ever seen, but if I was told, you can only pick one player of any team, as your favourite and/or the best, it's this bloke. I follow Collingwood and what he did in the '89 GF and that 1 year at Collingwood was phenomenal among a litany of other achievements. He has his flaws and admits it. Should be made a legend of the Hawthorn Football Club and I've emailed them to suggest he should be. One of the few players who took his personality out onto the ground and wasn't held back or regimented by team rules.

[@Toastmalone6192]

Dermie is a legend

[@RARDingo]

I met Dermott when he was doing his Getaway gig. Of all the TV & movie "stars" I've had to deal with over the years, he was one of the most down to earth, respectful & easy going.

[@BackChat]

Elite!

[@simetime6045]

I enjoyed that. thanks boys 🙂👍

[@rainerseeger4195]

Hawthorn legend. Took me a while to enjoy the style of his football commentary but always enjoyed the content and perspective

[@Kevin-oh2je]

I was at the game at Subi when 'Woosha' decked Dermie Dermie got straight up like nothing happened Two great bulls going at it how it used to be played Thankyou both of you for the courage ☘️💛💙🦅🏉

[@Michael-zh8yl]

you could listen to brereton all day long talk. says it like it is , top bloke great stories love him ..

[@davidwright2379]

Met Dermie as a 16 year old, working at a servo in Frankston, pulled up in a brand new Merc, silver if I recall, had a chat, he was awesome, still remember him a great bloke, really relatable, this was 40 years ago, seems like only a few years ago, would love to have a beer with him now ! Cheers Dave

[@BackChat]

Awesome!

[@shaneannandale457]

Still remember watching the Hank’s back in the day hell of a team and hell of a time to watch footy,great interview again,know he has his critics but I’ve always been a big fan of

[@warrenpitt6205]

Next best..... Terry Wallace. What a gent

[@Reboundfifty]

Good ep, so grateful my question got asked at the end 🥰 This ep reminded me of Piggley Winks telling this big ass story and the younger pigs were just lovin it haha

[@Sema4beach]

One Helluva Player!

[@peterricho1393]

Yes Dermi Dad and I remember that day at Waverley too, he’s 93 now, great to see you looking well. Richo.

[@KevinCummins-c8l]

Champion and inspirational footballer and tough as nails. Dermie and Michael Voss best 2 footballers in my lifetime.

[@alancrnobrnja3955]

Top bloke, top footballer. Love it, how he doesn't seem to be acting when on camera. I'm an Eagles fan and always admire smart football people who tells it how it is. I've always wished an end of season show could happen with Dermi, Paul Roos and Peter Bell reviewing every team and their thoughts on what would be most beneficial for each club across the comp in their opinions. It would be so entertaining.

[@simonknowles4267]

Great interview guys.

[@shanebraund9987]

Love his analytical style.

[@royboy4571]

You mean his faux scientific, mechanical and laborious commentary on why the ball travelled flat rather than end over end. I mean, Dermie think's he has a PHD in football, he is insufferable at times. Come On.

[@missmellie1133]

Dermi .. you just have to love him .. Ive tried not to as not a fan of any team him played for but the guy is a legend & for some reason I feel like he reminds me a bit of Shane Warne but that might be just me 😂

[@brickus1249]

I'm a South Australian so "hating" Dermie is part of my DNA. BUT, I always remember attending a State game at Football Park and Dermie and Martin Leslie went toe to toe and he came off second best with plenty of facial blood. As he ran off the ground the crowd were giving him a huge send off but his head never bowed. I really respected that about Dermie and have never forgotten it. He could hand it out but never complained when it was his turn to cop one whether it was deserved or not. That's what I call a man's man.

[@BackChat]

A MAN'S MAN

[@sammboJo]

Spunky Dermie ❤

[@doc77]

Awesome interview boys my childhood idol dermie your still a legend brother

[@BackChat]

Dead set legend

[@kotchstevens2321]

I met Dermi briefly once in the toilets at the Metro Night club at the top of Burke st on a summers Friday night in the early 90's. His a bonza bloke. He has an amazing pinpoint memory of evens that took place decades ago in footy & life in general.

[@Kevin-oh2je]

Correct me if I'm wrong Awesome silk shirt Derm I had one years ago, same colour...ahh, that's where it disappeared to...a good night was had by all at PO niteclub, Northbridge, Perth

[@uToobeD]

That Letterman Producer story is fascinating, kind of surprised someone like that would be out here, but that's good to know. Letterman is likewise great to listen to

[@Pookie1234-v8b]

Derm looking great for nearly 60, sure probably had work done but still looks great

[@adrianhicks2769]

Was on the fence 5 metres away from the hit woosh put on Dermot...it was literally like a car crash hit. One of my vivid moments growing up going to the footy

[@BackChat]

This is incredible

[@karmic-fleas]

Hard for younger people to understand what a superstar Dermie was in the 80s. He was a magnetic showman who decided big games... nobody really compared until Ablett Snr in the early 90s.

[@BackChat]

An iconic era

[@richardgreatorex]

Is ginni a bit like dermis as dermot used to put a circle around the grand final at the start of the year and aim for it. I love my hawks still want ginni to mature and just concentrate on footy

[@huddome]

My favourite player. Wished he played for essendon. He wasn't tall for his position,but played it.

[@BackChat]

It’s not the size that matters!

[@mrmikeriley]

Haha that's why you were defending Hawthorn this week, because you had this headstomping fellas episode to release. Hahahahaha

[@shaneannandale457]

😂😂😂

[@silviosirianni9260]

Class act

[@robertgraham5709]

Great man

[@silviosirianni9260]

Doug Hawkins, Tony Shaw, Mick Mcguane,

[@royboy4571]

Dermie, the original FIGJAM !

[@moregoldmoregold]

Lyric was huge in the day.

[@vernongrant3596]

So there weren't any psychologists at the club back in your day Derm to discuss your "feelings" to ?

[@Rahhandlenah]

🐐The GOAT🐐 🤎💛🤎💛

[@Kevin-oh2je]

John 'Woosha' Worsfold appointed to a new role at 💙💛🦅 2 hrs ago, Oct 8, 2024

[@BackChat]

and we are PUMPED

[@Kevin-oh2je]

@BackChat

[@Kevin-oh2je]

💙💛🦅🥇2025

[@rodmartin-nl8ns]

Your memory is selective other than that good interview

[@CraigTaylor]

Here's the moment Dermie had a go at the guy at Crown: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioqpaq15d7-hq68

[@galbaband]

🙌🏻

[@domeperruzza]

Permitte 👍

[@silviosirianni9260]

Gary Ayres

[@jefflester-b7z]

check the footage of the dog acts

[@TheMicturation]

unfortunately 2 ads every 70 seconds so tuned out ,ruines the experience

[@BackChat]

Hey mate. Thanks for the feedback. KZbin ads or ones read by us?

[@TheMicturation]

@@BackChat YT

[@moregoldmoregold]

Sister a lefty. I’m surrounded by them. It’s weird. No common sense at all

[@PaulAustin-l5s]

If

[@royboy4571]

WOW. How much do you have to stroke these guy's egos ! FFS !