#252 - Tom Boyd - The Crazy Story of a No.1 Pick, Million Dollar Man & Premiership Hero

Jun 1, 2025

Ask episode

Chapters

Transcript

Episode notes

Tom Boyd is a former AFL Player, no.1 draft pick for the GWS Giants and Premiership hero of the Western Bulldogs. He is an Author, Public Speaker & Mental Health Ambassador.

This is a chat you are absolutely going to love as there are so many components to Tom's story which are so compelling.

From his junior years as being touted as a potential number 1 draft pick to his early days at GWS, there was huge pressure from the get-go.

Tom opens up about the early days of the Giants and what the training and living conditions were like of such a young franchise.

Boydy tells the infamous Gatorade story as well as what it was like playing in the twos and the lack of communication he felt was coming from the senior coaches. It makes an interesting discussion for what will happen when Tasmania enter the league.

Then came the huge contract. Hear about the secret meetings with the Bulldogs, how the deal was done and the complete contrast of a club it was. Plus, why his first sessions at the (coachless) Dogs were not at full capacity (due to an appendix) and the impact Bevo had when he walked through the doors.

And of course we hear about the drought-breaking long awaited Bulldogs flag, the famous goal and the mayhem afterwards of that famous week.

Tom shares why the AFL has a huge opportunity to lead the way for mental health awareness and what he believes can be done for the sport and community.

The confession booth is open, and Tom shares a beauty and much more in a great episode.

Enjoy the one and only, Tom Boyd!

Follow Tom on Instagram @tomboyd17

Purchase Tom's book "Nowhere to Hide" online or at all good bookstores.

This episode is brought to you by Fleet Plant Hire Solutions. Head to www.fph.com.au for all your earth moving needs!

Check out Australia's Leading Electrical Wholesaler - Rexel Australia

Download the rewired Rexel app in your app store today!

Look good, smell good, feel good through Milkman's grooming products! www.milkmanaustralia.com (Use the code "Dosandd" for 20% off your first order)

Have some fun in your pants with Mitch Dowd's comfiest & coolest underwear www.mitchdowd.com.au (Use the code "Dosandd40" for 40% off)

Perform at your best with Australia's best Supplements - SUP Supplements Australia | Gummy Vitamins | Collagen | Probiotics (Use the code "DOSANDD" for 30% off storewide!)

Get Readiness into your Workplace or School for higher performance through wellbeing - Home Page - Readiness

Watch & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here - Dos and D - YouTube

Questions & Enquiries - thedosanddshow@gmail.com