HERE we are again.

It’s been (checks watch) not that long since we’ve had Sam Walsh on the Summer Sessions podcast, but it seems like he’s been on quite a journey since his last time behind the mic. 

Coming to you straight from the Sunshine Coast, Walshy delves into the grind of pre-season camp, his injury and how he recovered and what the Blues are going after in 2025. 

Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.

0:10 - We’re coming to you from a sort of studio in Mooloolaba as the boys are in the thick of their pre-season camp.

0:56 - Walshy starts by addressing the elephant in the room … the humidity. He was able to get up to a fair bit of travelling over his off-season, but he’s happy to get back to his routine. 

2:48 - Walshy hasn’t had the best luck with roommates from the Club, but nevertheless, two more arrived on his doorstep upon his return from his travels. 

5:48 - Is Walshy really considered a veteran now? We feel old. 

7:06 - We appreciate the re-watch era. 

8:30 - Enough fun stuff Walshy! What are the main focuses from a leadership perspective for this pre-season camp? You know it’s serious when black eyes are making an appearance. 

11:12 - In a surprise to no one, Walshy enjoys tough sessions and takes each with a positive attitude. 

14:08 - Walshy has been the official foster home for Ben and Lucas Camporeale, and he can’t wait to see what they can produce on the big stage. 

16:33 - Walshy v Jagga. There’s a fair bit of competition between these two already.

18:22 - A veteran has to learn to control his white-line fever. 

19:43 - Goal celebrations are definitely on Walshy’s mind, we just haven’t seen the best of it yet… more to come. 

22:44 - There really is nothing like the Carlton roar. It still gives Walshy goosebumps. 

27:38 - How did a long-term injury teach the 24-year-old some serious lessons?

29:56 - Coming into the season as finalists brings a new sort of pressure to the group, but one they’re ready to embrace. 

31:35 - Crippa has had a huge influence on Walshy: as a player, a mentor, a leader and a friend. 

32:58 - Watching the way good mate Adam Cerra went about his rehab and his resilient mindset is a real inspiration to Walshy. 

34:32 - The mullet is back. We are happy.

35:54 - The driveby on the producing is wild but now seems like a good time to ask our opening question: What is your go-to karaoke song?

37:25 - Who are the three players on Walshy’s watch list – In football and football fantasy?

39:28 - Walshy has plenty of reasons why he plays footy and they’re all really wholesome. We love this.