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The Bears are back in the NRL and there's a lot to unpack. Big emotions out of North Sydney and big questions for rugby league. Ex-Bear and QRL CEO Ben Ikin joins us to explain the scope of the challenge and what the club must do to succeed. Featured: Ben Ikin, former North Sydney Bear and QRL CEO.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter
The 'Super League War' that took place from 1995 to 1997, ultimately leading to the formation of the NRL. Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin told Peter Psaltis on Wide World of Sports, "We're celebrating 30 years of a period in the game that effectively ripped it in two on Saturday. But you've got what was an 18 year old, fresh faced, pimply kid straight out of high school going up against the CEO of Super League at the time, John Ribot, in the Ross Livermore Lecture." "So it'll be interesting to get the two perspectives around what was such a huge moment for the game, which, to be fair, as ugly as it got, you know, way back when it happened, I reckon some of the learnings we got from Super League, some of the things that they tested have found their way into the game today. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Back Catalogues roll on with some of our best chats from the world of NRL. Let's head to the boardroom and catch up with Andrew Abdo from the NRL, Ben Ikin froM QLD Rugby League and Tom Symonds, Jamie Buhrer and Clint Newton from the RLPA Joel and Fletch return on Monday February 3rd but in the meantime, check out our YouTube Channel and make sure to subscribe. Plus through December and January we have some absolute legends in the hot seat, live Monday-Friday (unless the cricket is on) Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday: 3pm AEDT on SEN 1170 AM Sydney 2pm AEST on SEN 693 AM Brisbane Listen Online: https://www.sen.com.au/listen Subscribe to The Run Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSEN Follow us on Social Media! TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsen X: https://x.com/joelfletchsen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#5 - It was wonderful night for all of Queensland after taking out an away in win in Game I of State of Origin but what Mitch saw down in the rooms left us shaken to our coreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Sattler and Mat Rogers are joined by QRL CEO Ben Ikin who has a massive wrap from his close mate Fatty and expands on a potential u21's competition! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin joined Peter Psaltis on 4BC Wide World of Sports to discuss the Hostplus Cup Grand Final this weekend and the state of rugby league in the Sunshine State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Sattler and Andrew McCullough are joined by QRL CEO Ben Ikin who discuss the revival of the national youth competition! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CEO of Queensland Rugby League Ben Ikin joins the Run Home with Joel and Fletch to chat about Origin Game 2, getting kicked out game 1 and more! 00:00 Ben Ikin highlights 00:45 He's man flu in Melbourne 01:05 Ben Ikin has an incredible rig 01:50 Not getting access to the dressing rooms 02:15 Paul Kent update 04:00 Billy Slater as QLD coach 05:10 Billy signed for this year and another 2 07:15 Ever wanted to coach? 08:00 Another team in Queensland 10:00 Ben playing golf with Fletch and Beast-o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The best bits of Wednesday's Run Home with Joel and Fletch featuring One Hit Wonders, Brad Fittler, Ben Ikin, Stephen Donald and Kirstie Stanway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The boys dive into the greatest one hit wonders of all time, Fletch talks up his incredible cricketing career and he teaches the Tourist how to buy a house. Plus, Kirst and Beav the SENZ crew and a Sportsbet market update from Sean Ormerod. Stephen 'Beaver' Donald and Kirstie Stanway from SENZ join the Run Home to chat State of Origin, The T20 World Cup and more egg sandwich chat. Joel and Fletch run through their memories from past game 2 State of Origin games! We get more Wacky Team Wednesday. CEO of Queensland Rugby League Ben Ikin joins the Run Home with Joel and Fletch to chat about Origin Game 2, getting kicked out game 1 and more! Former Blues coach and player Brad Fittler joins the Run Home ahead of Game 2 of State of Origin to chat the changes he would've made for the game and his love of Temper Trap! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joel and Fletch run through their memories from past game 2 State of Origin games! We get more Wacky Team Wednesday. CEO of Queensland Rugby League Ben Ikin joins the Run Home with Joel and Fletch to chat about Origin Game 2, getting kicked out game 1 and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CEO of Queensland Rugby League Ben Ikin joins the Run Home with Joel and Fletch to chat about Origin Game 2, getting kicked out game 1 and more! 00:00 Ben Ikin highlights 00:45 He's man flu in Melbourne 01:05 Ben Ikin has an incredible rig 01:50 Not getting access to the dressing rooms 02:15 Paul Kent update 04:00 Billy Slater as QLD coach 05:10 Billy signed for this year and another 2 07:15 Ever wanted to coach? 08:00 Another team in Queensland 10:00 Ben playing golf with Fletch and Beast-o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ben Ikin joins the Continuous Call Team and talks Origin and more following the Maroons' Game I victory over the Blues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Sattler is joined by QRL CEO and Maroons legend Ben Ikin on Pure Origin who recalls some great Origin moments through his career and an awkward elevator moment with Fatty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ben Ikin chats with the CCT crew about all things community rugby league in Queensland, Origin selections, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Queensland Rugby League CEO, Ben Ikin joined Peter Psaltis on 4BC Wide World of Sports to chat all things League in QLD after announcing the Maroons regional Fan Day for 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Queensland Rugby League CEO, Ben Ikin talking all things league include local footy and the legal battle between QRL, NSWRL and the ARLC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Sattler and Mat Rogers are joined by QRL CEO and former North Sydney Bear Ben Ikin who touches on the good old days at North Sydney Oval | The Bears revival | Expansion in Queensland's Western Corridor | The famous Fatty elevator story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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QRL CEO Ben Ikin joined the boys to chat about the final round of the Hostplus Cup, how he's finding the role, his recent trip to PNG & Billy Slater's coaching future with the Maroons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jimmy is joined by former NRL star, 360 host & current QRL CEO Ben Ikin. Ben takes us through how he has found the transition to the QRL, his time at NRL 360, his hilarious Origin debut & his relationship with Wayne Bennett. Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/ Tooheys: https://www.tooheys.com.au/ Athletic Greens Promo Link: https://drinkAG1.com/BYEROUND. Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ 00:00 Controlling A Conversation 02:23 Origin III Reaction 13:25 Does Origin Mean More To QLD? 17:26 Billy Slater's Future AS QLD Coach 26:36 Origin Debut At 18 & Hilarious Fatty Vautin Story 34:30 Nerd To Partyboy To Nerd Again 39:45 NRL 360 01:00:00 Does Ben Miss TV? 01:05:11 Why Did Ben Leave NRL 360? 01:16:11 Changing Junior Rugby League Rules 01:30:42 Tooheys' Ultimate Spine 01:32:00 Sliding Doors Moment 01:33:12 Most Interesting Person Ben Has MetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Ikin shuts down comments made by Gillion McLachlan that AFL will be more popular than rugby league in Queensland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jay and Dave for Breakfast - Triple M Mackay & The Whitsundays
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On Inzane Rugby League this week, host Zane Bojack was joined by Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin and former Cowboys second-rower John Manning.
On Inzane Rugby League this week, host Zane Bojack was joined by Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin and former Cowboys second-rower John Manning.
Jay and Dave for Breakfast - Triple M Mackay & The Whitsundays
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Former Maroons player and new QRL CEO Ben Ikin chats about an array of rugby league issues including both the upcoming men's and women's State of Origin series and the success of the Dolphins.
Catch up on all the Rugby League news from NRL 360, Wednesday the 24th of May, with host Braith Anasta and Gorden Tallis. The boys are joined by James Hooper and Michael Carayannis to chat to Nicho Hynes live from Blues camp, Ben Ikin on QLD, plus breaking news from the Roosters who are set to part ways with Jason Ryles. For more of the show tune in on Fox League CH 502 or stream full episodes on KAYOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Ikin breaks his silence on his departure from the Brisbane Broncos and talks about his brand new role as the CEO of Queensland Rugby League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We recap and review an incredibly successful Magic Round. Origin talk is beginning to build up and Queensland may have a huge recruit in Ben Ikin. Valynce Te Whare. Remember the name. And Billy chats the most bizarre things he has seen on the field after a bull was on the loose in the Super League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Monday 8 May, round 10.On today's episode look black at Magic Round in Brisbane and review the Broncos big win against the Sea Eagles in front of a packed house at Suncorp Stadium.We discuss the Dolphins sizzling performance in their win over the Sharks and the Tigers second straight win with victory against the Dragons. We take a look at Worst Trip Home and First Coach Sacked, and we look at the week at Broncos HQ which culminated in Ben Ikin resigning from his position with the club.Then we finish it all off with some mailbag.Okay, Let's get into it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scott Sattler & Jason Matthews on the latest NRL news as Ben Ikin could exit the Broncos | Scans confirm AJ Brimson will miss a month | Gary Belcher joins the show for 'STATE Of LARRIKINS' | Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott Sattler & Jason Matthews are joined by cricket legend Ian Heals who previews the Ashes | Sharks hooker Blayke Brailey has a laugh as he reveals the 'King Of The Shire' | Knights players have travelled overseas during their bye week as Gus Gould calls for the players to find a new job! | Ben Ikin could exit the Broncos | Simon Orchard from Greyhound NSW Racing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stav, Abby & Matt Catch Up - hit105 Brisbane - Stav Davidson, Abby Coleman & Matty Acton
BRISBANE'S BIGGEST STORIES FOR WEDNESDAY 3RD OF MAY, THIS IS THE SCOOP... Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been urged to overturn the RBA's shock decision on rates, amid fears the latest hike could result in a recession. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace ahead of the King's Coronation. Brisbane football boss Ben Ikin could be leaving the Broncos for good. Three celebrities announced their pregnancies at yesterday's The Met Gala. Vanessa Hudson has been named as the new Chief Executive for Qantas, and will take up her position when Alan Joyce steps down in November. Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/stav-abby-and-mattSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the Broncos Unfiltered Podcast for Monday 13 March, round 2One today's episode we review the Broncos win against the Cowboys in front of 43,000 at Suncorp StadiumWe have a look at the week that was at Broncos HQ including Patrick Carrigan signing an extension that keeps him at the club until 2028 and Ben Ikin steps back from the recruitment and retention committeeWe look at the NRL expanding to 20 teamsAnd we finish it off with some mailbagOkay, Let's get into it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As the Parramatta Eels surge into the Grand Final Qualifier against the North Queensland Cowboys, The Tip Sheet takes a moment to step back and reassess the bigger picture. Spiro joins Sixties and Forty20 to talk about all the happenings around the league and indulge just a wee bit in the glorious win over the Canberra Raiders. The show starts by winding everything back to Friday night as Spiro delivers his takes on the breakthrough victory and what it means for the club. The panel then looks at the status of Tom Opacic and the inclusion of Bryce Cartwright ahead of the trip to Townsville this week. The conversation eventually turns to the unique position that the Parramatta Eels hold inside the domain of the media and why negativity seems to follow them - even after clearing the hurdles set for them in 2022. Next up is the bid by Tyrell Sloan to leave the Dragons. It is the latest chapter of player-vs-club contract drama and the dilemma faced by young stars who need to establish themselves quickly lest they get cast aside is the main theme of the discussion. That chat turns Northwards to Brisbane as rumours of a divide between Ben Ikin and Kevin Walters emerged this week. The Sydney Roosters dominated the RLPA Team Of The Year which leads Sixties to pose the question - did they underperform? The conversation opens up the idea that rugby league players can lead surprisingly insular lifestyles when it comes to the game itself and how that can impact these sort of votes. The show closes out with Spiro delivering his predictions for Friday night and how the Eels will book their place in the big dance come next week!
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In this week's episode, Sam Thaiday recaps a great win for the Broncos. Does the podcast have the Midas touch? Ben Ikin sits down with Sam to chat about his bitter feud with the great Darren Lockyer! We get to know Adam Reynolds before his first game for the Broncos and warn him about Brisbane's great wildlife. Plus NRLW Broncos continue their amazing form and latest news on what's happening with the club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
G'day guys welcome to episode 214 of the Talking with TK podcast. Special guest is David Mead. David is a current member of the Brisbane Broncos. His career started at the Gold Coast Titans in 2009 and his played 171 career games for 75 tries. He played 3 seasons at the Catalans in the Super League, winning the Challenge Cup in 2018. His represented NSW Country in 2 games and PNG in 14 tests which includes 3 World Cups and he also had the honour of captaining PNG at the 2017 World Cup. Away from footy he hosts The David Mead Podcast and had some incredible guests including the likes of Marcus Bai, Justin Olam, Alex Johnston, Ben Ikin and Dave Donaghy. Time stamps: 1:01 - Why he started his podcasts 6:30 - His upbringing in PNG 9:50 - Family values and traditions 11:15 - School in PNG 15:35 - When he first came across Rugby League 18:05 - Why he moved over to Australia at 12 20:11 - Did he ever want to move back home? 21:44 - Why he changed his surname from Moore to Mead 22:55 - How he broke out of his shy nature 25:08 - Developing despite a late start to playing footy 26:07 - Where his speed comes from 27:55 - Signing his first contract with the Titans at 17 31:16 - Discipline and extras 32:43 - His first grade debut against Wendall and the Dragons 33:40 - Family watching his NRL games back in PNG 34:55 - Marcus Bai 36:46 - His try against the Sharks 39:20 - Long range trys 40:51 - Early success and the frustrations of the following seasons 43:13 - His leadership style with the Broncos youngsters 44:25 - Leadership and becoming captain of PNG 47:40 - Playing infront of his family in PNG 48:20 - Moving over to the Catalans in the Super League 50:51 - Memories from winning the Challenge Cup in 2018 54:08 - What are 3 things men can do to stay mentally healthy 56:35 - 3 masculine traits he most admires 59:30 - 5 people he would invite to a private dinner party Find 200 + episodes of Talking with TK in that back catalogue. I've been blessed to interview the likes of Ellyse Perry, Petero Civoniceva, Robert Whittaker, Mark Schwarzer, Shane Webcke, Adrian Morley, Mark Ella, Willie Tonga, Steve Menzies, Jamie Lyon Craig Wing, Danny Buderus, Mat Rogers, Anthony Minichiello, Luke Lewis, Chad Townsend, Andrew Ettingshausen, Bradley Clyde, Stirling Mortlock, Alex McKinnon, Mark Geyer, Cameron Murray ,Craig Lowndes, Pat Cash, Matt Toomua, Kieren Perkins, Paul Harragon, Robbie Maddison and many more. www.talkingwithtk.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Ikin is the Head of Football at the Brisbane Broncos, which is one of the largest sporting organisations in Australia. He was a Gold Coast local who enjoyed his upbringing with his family. Growing up in a family with different professions consisting of rugby league, music and dance always provided good conversations at the dinner table amongst the family. He tells a funny story about his selection into the origin arena for the first time. Having played only a few first grade games before his selection in the qld side, the coach (Paul Vautin) didn’t know what he looked like when he first met him so their first encounter was an interesting one. Ben had success during his rugby league career and is still the youngest ever player to play state of origin. Having achieved the highest level in sports and then what seems to me to be a successful transition into the workforce, I wanted to find out how that transition was for him. He gives plenty of practical advice and tips on how to make that transition a good one. A key point I took away from the podcast was to sit down and to write your thoughts and feelings on a particular topic. This was a daily process for him during his 10 year career with the NRL 360 show and gives credit to that skill for the company wanting to keep him around. He emphasises that writing is a good way to form and to articulate your message across an audience. One of the best quotes I got out of the podcast was: “I have not so much fallen in love with what I do, but I have fallen in love with doing the job well. So then people will want to keep me around”. Ben is a supporter of two great charities. For those who can help out the descriptions and links are below: https://menofleague.com Teamwork and mateship have been the cornerstones of rugby league since its inception. Whether you are an ex-player, an administrator, referee, or club volunteer; whether you are a man, woman or child, Men of League Foundation protects and enhances lives while respecting each individual’s dignity. The vision was to build a foundation that provided practical assistance and social support, and this vision has been realised. https://www.pcsrf.org.au Finding a Cure for ParalysisEvery day in Australia at least one person has their life changed forever through the tragedy of paralysis. It’s devastating, heart-breaking and the simplest of daily tasks suddenly becomes an overwhelming challenge – for life. The Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation was born to challenge that life-long sentence and challenge the science and medical industries to find a cure for paralysis. In recent years, it has embarked on unveiling one of the world’s most promising hopes of a cure – and it’s being progressed in Australia. A cure of this magnitude doesn’t lay in the hands of one person, it requires a united and multi-faceted model that collectively brings world-class leaders from an array of professions together – to get the ‘job done’. Founded by Perry Cross, the PCSRF aims to facilitate, collaborate and initiate the connections and research required to find a cure for paralysis. About David Mead David Mead has played professional rugby league for 13 years. Spending time with other athletes, coaches and football staff has given him great insight into how the sport is played at a high level. He wants to use insights and stories from these people as well as from his experience to inspire and to empower the youth. He believes in "leaving the place better than you found it." This podcast will help him and others do just that. Connect with David and follow him on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mead.94 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidmead411/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidmead411 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mead-7604b986/ Website: www.davidmead.com.au Producer: Jason Strozkiy (@strozkiymedia) www.strozkiymedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a wide-ranging discussion, former Queensland State of Origin representative and Fox Sports presenter, Ben Ikin, reflects upon his career highlights, both on the field and on our screens.Hosted by "The Ball and All" boys - former Wallaby, Berrick Barnes, sports business mentor, Steve "Condo" Condon, and former Junior World Surfing Champion, James "Woody" Wood - this episode uncovers an unexpected technicality that puts to bed any question about Ikin's geographical claim to the Maroons jersey and also gives us a greenside insight into moving memories from a close encounter with a certain Tiger Woods.