Podcasts about Brisbane Broncos

Stormy Daniel reviews the narrow defeat to the Panthers. Give any team a 22-nil lead after 40 minutes, let alone the opposition being the Panthers and the contest is over before the second half has even begun. Penrith were at their clinical best, taking the the Storm's defensive fragilities on the edges; the bugbear and major concern of Head Coach Craig Bellamy all season. But a spirited second half showing saw Melbourne score 14 unanswered points against the Premiership favourites, but Penrith's defence, specifically their goal line D was resolute as they managed to keep turning away Storm time and time again. The effort by Melbourne was evident, but lacking the class of the competiton's joint-leaders with missing personnel was the real difference between the two teams. Lacking the star power and polish on last play options have inevitably hurt Melbourne for most of Season 2026. Stormy Daniel also covers off on what's making Storm news, including pathways report, Tui Kamikamica retires whilst being honoured with inaugral contest between the Jersey Flegg Storm and Silktails which will become an annual clash, playing for the Tui Kamikamica Bowl; with the game recognising Kamikamica's contribution to rugby league in both Fiji and Australia. Additional news included Storm welcoming leading global investment organisation, EQT, as a majority shareholder in the Club and what it means for the Victorian Rugby League club moving forward, with Chairman Matt Tripp speaking to EQT's investment, whilst believing Craig Bellamy is far from done as Storm's Head Coach beyond 2027 and his confidence of marquee man Cameron Munster remaining a one club player. Plus team list Tuesday as Storm prepare for their Round 26 clash with the last season's Grand Final opponents, the Brisbane Broncos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brisbane Broncos player Ben Hunt joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the team's recent win over the Raiders and the sudden retirement announcement of captain Adam Reynolds. Ben Hunt revealed that players were completely blindsided by the decision in their group chat after training, expressing widespread disappointment that the club legend won't get his desired final on-field send-off against the Storm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a candid interview on 4BC Breakfast, Brisbane Broncos star Ben Hunt joined Jason Matthews to address the team's disappointing recent performance and outline his leadership plans to restore pride against the Raiders. Ben Hunt also opened up about the brutal reality of NRL preseason training - including Marty Taupau's near-drowning incident and wrestling heavyweights like Payne Haas - before sharing a light-hearted story about losing 24 golf balls on Dent Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St George Illawarra coach Dean Young joins Andrew Moore for NRL Monday to discuss the Dragons' back-to-back wins, the spirit at the club, and speculated roster changes for next season.We also look at the issues at the Brisbane Broncos and whether Cronulla can still challenge for the title following the shoulder injury suffered by Braydon Trindall.Four-time premiership winner Scott Sorensen is in studio to chat about Penrith's dip in form, how they're coping without their inspirational leader Isaah Yeo, and a changing of the guard at the Panthers.

The boys dive deep into the Brisbane Broncos' unfathomable drop from premiers to potential wooden spooners, Jett Cleary has reportedly requested a release from the Warriors to return home to Penrith to play alongside Nathan Cleary and under his father, Ivan Cleary, Corey Horsburgh has secured a lucrative three-year deal worth $2.3 million with the Perth Bears. Plus the boys break down the Cronulla Sharks' top-four aspirations following a disappointing derby loss to the Dragons. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL expert Josh Morris delivered a brutal reality check to Brisbane Broncos fans ahead of their home showdown at Suncorp Stadium. J-Moz explained why an army of travelling Warriors supporters will hijack the atmosphere and send Brisbane home empty-handed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the Rugby League news from NRL 360, Tuesday the 4th of August, with hosts Braith Anasta and Gorden Tallis. The NRL 360 panel discuss the success of Stephen Crichton in the halves for the Bulldogs has sparked debate to if his future remains in number six. The panel have also declared the Brisbane Broncos premiership window shut as Gorden Tallis and Paul Crawley have clashed after Crawls called out the Broncos fullback. For more of the show, tune in on Fox League CH 502 or stream full episodes on KAYOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broncos star Corey Jensen spoke to Quentin Hull and Grant Bell about his early medical retirement. The team also chat to Souths young gun Ashton Ward as the Bunnies prepare to play the in-form Sharks on Sunday.

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Following a tough loss and a shock shift to jersey #17 ahead of their must-win clash with Newcastle, Brisbane Broncos veteran Ben Hunt joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to directly address Corey Parker's controversial claims that he should retire to preserve his legacy. Defending his decision to play on next season, Hunt insisted his body feels great and that his veteran leadership is crucial to mentor incoming young playmakers like Jonah Pezet as the Broncos fight for their mathematically slim finals chances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Chris Bates sits down with Paul Merritt and Matt Gillett to talk about building wealth and life skills that outlast a sporting career, from mentoring and personal brand to making smarter decisions with money. Paul, a third-generation real estate professional, has spent over 35 years working in property, building and development. Matt, a 10 year Brisbane Broncos, QLD State of Origin player and Australian Kangaroo representative, works in tandem with Paul to help semi pro and pro athletes make informed decisions about their future in house and land packages across Australia - before they sporting journey is over. In this conversation, Matt and Paul share unpack why financial planning early reduces pressure in the long run and creates real freedom for athletes."We focus on residential, and we do that through house and land packages, so that's land and new builds. We do that all over Australia, that way we're not limited to any one particular market. We can also work with the player, with their financial planner or their broker on what sort of entity they want to purchase. So some somebody might want something that's negatively geared, or they might want cash flow, or they might want equity uplift, or a combination of both. And so at least following all the different markets can allow us to look at what that might mean for that particular person as we grow. We are definitely not interested in doing a deal with someone and and doing one house. We want them to build their wealth through property and that is building a portfolio. And that portfolio has a diversification of stock around the countryside."Throughout the conversation, Chris speaks to Paul and Matt on:• Paul's background in real estate and why he focuses on athletes• Matt's transition from NRL to life after footy and what he wishes he knew sooner• trusted mentors as a buffer against distractions and bad advice • balancing big ambition with realistic steps and reset points• why life after sport can be 45 years long and requires a plan• how having a conversation with Merritt Sports before you are 'ready for real estate' can set you up with great building blocks • what the Merritt Sports partnership offers Study & Play USA families• how house and land packages work and why data matters• starting with a financial health check and a simple savings roadmap• "FOMO" vs “FOGI” and choosing action in real estate when you are ready"We are always looking for ways in which Study & Play USA can provide our student-athletes with ongoing support in college and beyond. Partnering with Merritt Sports allows our student-athletes to be prepared for life in the workforce or life as a professional athlete, providing options for how to leverage their income and wealth through property investment. We are thrilled to partner with a company with a clear passion for sport and for athlete development."-Chris Bates, Director of Study & Play USAWhether you are a current US college athlete, recent US college graduate, in the workforce or playing professionally, Merritt Sports can help you with your real estate goals! Learn more by visiting:https://merrittsports.com.au/ *Please note: at the time of recording, Chris spoke about 4 years of playing eligibility. Since then, the NCAA has passed a 5 for 5 rule in NCAA D1, allowing 5 years of playing eligibility.

Brisbane Broncos star Ben Hunt joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down the escalating trash talk and intense pressure heading into Saturday night’s crucial Queensland derby against the North Queensland Cowboys. He addressed the team’s "must-win" status, responded to Cowboys coach Todd Payten's jabs, and shared how the squad is rebuilding confidence following a streak-snapping victory over the Panthers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the latest talking points from across Super League and the NRL.They begin with the ongoing struggles at Hull FC, reacting to a statement released by the club's owners and discussing what it means for the future of the club amid a difficult period.The pair also discuss Mikey Lewis' four-match suspension following his headbutt and the ramifications for Hull KR's season, and debate whether St Helens' recent victory will ease the pressure on head coach Paul Rowley.The latest Man of Steel rankings are also analysed, with Jake Connor and Ash Handley currently sharing top spot alongside Lachlan Miller, while Brad O'Neill sits in fourth. Martyn and Jake discuss who they believe is the leading contender to win the prestigious award.Over in the NRL, they react to reports that Joey Manu has been photographed meeting with PNG Chiefs representatives, raising the question of whether the former Roosters star could make a return to the NRL.They also review the Brisbane Broncos' narrow victory over Penrith Panthers and debate whether Brisbane can finish the season strongly. 

The Broncos started round 20 with an upset when they beat the top-of-the-table Panthers by two points and Broncos coach Michael Maguire joins Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and Michael Carayannis to discuss the win.

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As the Brisbane Broncos prepare to fly to Sydney for a season-defining clash against the Penrith Panthers, Ben Hunt joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to reveal the exact "math" he and Payne Haas worked out over coffee to keep their top-eight dreams alive. With key players returning to full strength and rumours swirling around an emergency coaching crisis, Ben Hunt insists the squad is completely unified and ready to treat this weekend as a literal do-or-die scenario.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "How's That? - The Podcast" the boys talk to St George-Illawarra Dragons, Brisbane Broncos, Nth Queensland Cowboys, Warrington Wolves & Fiji international rugby league legend Ashton Sims about :  - Growing up in Gerringong - Getting a talking to from rugby league legend Mick Cronin - From Australian Schoolboys rugby league to the Dragons - St George legend Craig Young - 1st Grade debut at 18 years-old - Fijian family background - Brisbane Broncos & Wayne Bennett - Moving to the Nth Queensland Cowboys - UK Super League & Toronto Wolfpack - Group 7 (South Coast) Rugby League Footbal Manager - Mental Health & much, much more!    

On Sunday's edition of NRL Daily - Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs rule sides in or out of this year's top 8, question the future of Michael Maguire at the Brisbane Broncos, chat to Dragons interim coach Dean Young about how long he has to wait to find out his fate for 2027 and this week's "First Thought" is DEBUTS. Origin legends Luke Lewis and Billy Moore debate who wins Wednesday night's Origin decider and Denis Carnahan joins us to provide his Song of the Week - "Olakau'atu"

Olympic swimming legend Cate Campbell shares her passion for the Brisbane Broncos. From the pool to the paddock, Cate opens up about the similarities between elite swimming and the NRL. She discusses overcoming her painful Rio 2016 heartbreak, the growth of women's rugby league, and so much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brisbane Broncos are facing intense external pressure and rumours of a player-led revolt following a brutal seven-game losing streak since Anzac Day. However, between massive injury counts, ASX financial constraints, and a lack of viable replacement coaches, cutting Michael Maguire loose early would be a massive mistake for the club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane Broncos halfback Ben Hunt joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to break his silence on the swirling rumours of a dressing room mutiny against coach Michael Maguire, firmly backing the coach by pointing to his own recent contract extension. Hunt also laid bare the playing group's deep disappointment and shock over Josiah’s second disciplinary stand-down of the year, while locking focus on Saturday’s "do or die" Suncorp clash against the Sharks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL has put Kalyn Ponga on notice. We break down the formal warning over his parallel leg extensions and studs-up catching mechanics and what it means for Queensland if he can't clean it up before the MCG. Plus, the Brisbane Broncos 48-6 demolition at the hands of Souths was their sixth straight loss, and the reigning premiers are now on the brink of an unwanted piece of NRL history, missing the top eight entirely for the first time in two decades. Then we head to Leichhardt Oval, where Jarome Luai had a very pointed answer for his critics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Journos are back on Triple M NRL! Danny Weidler is deep in NSW Blues camp whilst Adam Pengilly and Charlie White are in studio. Danny has a huge update on both Mitchell Moses and Casey McLean who are both under big injury clouds and they give their opinion on some major changes for the Blues squad. The boys look at Reece Walsh's return to the Origin arena and his interesting back and forth with a journo at Maroons training. Plus Billy Slater had some comments about Queensland mentality on his own podcast. The Brisbane Broncos' title defence is falling apart dramatically plus what's going on with the Wests Tigers? Since Jarome Luai announced his departure in 2028 to PNG it's all fallen apart! Some of NRL's leading players have met with Peter V'landys about their concerns on the game but what will come from it? Whilst the NRL has come together strong around Jai Arrow, Melbourne Storm's mental health round and Kane Evans. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Journos are back on Triple M NRL! Danny Weidler is deep in NSW Blues camp whilst Adam Pengilly and Charlie White are in studio. Danny has a huge update on both Mitchell Moses and Casey McLean who are both under big injury clouds and they give their opinion on some major changes for the Blues squad. The boys look at Reece Walsh's return to the Origin arena and his interesting back and forth with a journo at Maroons training. Plus Billy Slater had some comments about Queensland mentality on his own podcast. The Brisbane Broncos' title defence is falling apart dramatically plus what's going on with the Wests Tigers? Since Jarome Luai announced his departure in 2028 to PNG it's all fallen apart! Some of NRL's leading players have met with Peter V'landys about their concerns on the game but what will come from it? Whilst the NRL has come together strong around Jai Arrow, Melbourne Storm's mental health round and Kane Evans. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the Rugby League news from NRL 360, Tuesday the 9th of June, with hosts Braith Anasta and Gorden Tallis. NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley and Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater joined the NRL 360 panel to discuss their key selection calls ahead of State of Origin Game 2. Daley was questioned on his decision to drop Haumole Olakau'atu, as well as selecting a potentially underdone Mitch Moses ahead of Ethan Strange. He also explained where he sees Strange fitting into the Blues setup and how he plans to use the young playmaker. Slater addressed the decision to recall Reece Walsh for the Maroons and outlined what Queensland needs to improve to keep the series alive in a must-win clash. The panel also turned its attention to the Brisbane Broncos, discussing their poor form, what's gone wrong this season and whether their finals hopes are slipping away. For more of the show, tune in on Fox League CH 502 or stream full episodes on KAYO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gold Coast Titans have had their fair share of disappointment in recent times, but signs are looking up after securing a huge win over the Brisbane Broncos. Co-Captain Mo Fotuaika opens up on their recent victory, Keano Kini's individual brilliance, and becoming Co-Captain of the club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are going from bad to worse in Brisbane, with the reigning premiers slumping to a shocking five straight losses. Gavin Pitchford, Neil Breen, Darryl Brohman and Cooper Johns search for answers as they unpack the Broncos slide, debate whether Reece Walsh is playing through injury and try to make sense of the inconsistency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big questions surround the Brisbane Broncos as the panel debates whether their premiership window has officially closed after another shaky showing. Kieran Foran joins the show live in his new role as Manly head coach, giving insight into the transition and what’s next at Brookvale. Meanwhile, Braith Anasta throws his support behind Lachlan Galvin, while the big Origin debate heats up — is it Mitchell Moses or Ethan Strange in the Blues No.6 jersey?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to celebrate the Dragons first win in 295 days. What does it mean for coach Dean Young, and what of the Brisbane Broncos? The premiers were also sitting at 5 wins and 7 losses at the same time last year. Also, the players have spoken! A RLPA survey shows 84 per cent of leading players believe referees are having an increased impact on results and most fear they are more vulnerable to injury in the modern game. Naughty Mal Meninga has been caught courting a couple of Bulldogs, and the Galvin booing goes on. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you get your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are set to face off against the Brisbane Broncos, and one former player is looking back on his own career. Brent Tate used to be a part of the Broncos, but he also played for the Warriors and the North Queensland Cowboys. He joined Piney to discuss his sporting history. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Magic Round is continuing on, and the Warriors are hoping to get their fifth consecutive win tonight. The team is facing off against the Brisbane Broncos this evening, and one former Warrior is joined Piney to outline his predictions. Mark Tookey joined Piney to speculate, and look back on his own legacy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL Magic Round 2026 preview and official tips for every game including the New Zealand Warriors vs Brisbane Broncos blockbuster at Suncorp Stadium. Could Billy Slater pull off a shock State of Origin selection gamble by moving Kalyn Ponga to the halves alongside Cameron Munster to make the QLD Maroons instant favorites over the NSW Blues? Plus, breaking NRL transfer news as Luke Metcalf signs a massive contract with the St George Illawarra Dragons after the Canterbury Bulldogs officially pulled out of the $1 million race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Billy analyses the Brisbane Broncos' depth and the impact of Xavier Willison, discusses the Bulldogs' approach to team dynamics, and breaks down the current form of the North Queensland Cowboys - highlighting his admiration for Tom Chester and the challenge of facing them right now. We also examine the potential fallout from Jarome Luai’s visit to PNG on the Wests Tigers’ stability, take a hard look at the Tigers' current form, and offer perspective on the Dragons’ ongoing struggles as they head into a crucial bye period. Finally, Billy addresses the Storm’s crisis of confidence, the internal trust issues plaguing the side, and the difficult selection dilemmas facing Craig Bellamy, before wrapping up with a look at the surging South Sydney Rabbitohs and the impact of Bronson Garlick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s ANZAC Day and the Saturday Scrum crew are at Allianz Stadium ahead of the annual St George Illawarra Dragons v Sydney Roosters clash! Luke Keary is off the interchange for Wade Graham and joins Nathan Hindmarsh, Danny Weidler & Tony Squires in the starting line up. The boys look at a big week for the winless Saints as Shane Flanagan departed, Dean Young took the reins, Kade Reed debuts and Scott Drinkwater signed for next season! The Brisbane Broncos are battered and bruised but got a big win over the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs who are now in a worrying position. The Wests Tigers continue to make statements but what is their ceiling? We chat to Newcastle Knights CEO Peter Parr after Kalyn Ponga signed a massive three-year extension. Whilst Nathan Hindmarsh and Luke Keary prove why they are a marriage made in hell throughout the entirety of the show! Tune in for all of this and much more! Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s ANZAC Day and the Saturday Scrum crew are at Allianz Stadium ahead of the annual St George Illawarra Dragons v Sydney Roosters clash! Luke Keary is off the interchange for Wade Graham and joins Nathan Hindmarsh, Danny Weidler & Tony Squires in the starting line up. The boys look at a big week for the winless Saints as Shane Flanagan departed, Dean Young took the reins, Kade Reed debuts and Scott Drinkwater signed for next season! The Brisbane Broncos are battered and bruised but got a big win over the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs who are now in a worrying position. The Wests Tigers continue to make statements but what is their ceiling? We chat to Newcastle Knights CEO Peter Parr after Kalyn Ponga signed a massive three-year extension. Whilst Nathan Hindmarsh and Luke Keary prove why they are a marriage made in hell throughout the entirety of the show! Tune in for all of this and much more! Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joely drops in for a cool chat & names his Dream 13! Any player. Any era. Any team. Any competition ... then combine them!The Dream Team Series is driven by https://www.cooksplumbing.com.au

It was a huge night at Campbelltown Stadium with a sell-out crowd desperately trying to get Wests Tigers across the line. But, with a fourth straight win on the line, Wests Tigers couldn't get the job done against an injury-ravaged Brisbane Broncos, going down 21-20.On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel, Nick, and Josh pull apart the good, the bad, and the ugly from the Tigers' performance.Some of the main talking points include:Should Samuela Fainu be considered for NSW Origin selection?Should Heamasi Makasini be dropped to regain some confidence?What to do with the Wests Tigers halves?How Wests Tigers won on the stats sheet, but not on the scoreboard.How and why the team struggled just before halftime.Naturally, there are many 'One Word' submissions from the members of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum. Thank you to everyone who left theirs again. Also, the Richo Meter comes out, and the boys try to answer the question - did the Wests Tigers players start getting a little overconfident before this game?And, is it a good thing we have only a short turnaround before our next game?All that, and a whole lot more on this latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support.

Danny Weidler, Adam Pengilly and Charlie White are all back for a big episode of Triple M NRL's The Journos! St George Illawarra Dragons cannot avoid the spotlight as potential superstar front-rower Loko Pasifiki Tonga has grown tired of not getting picked by coach Shane Flanagan. Danny spoke to Flanno before the podcast to shed more light on the situation. But Shane's job continues to be thrown into growing doubt as the pressure intensifies week by week. And we also question why a club who is in desperate need for a halfback didn't enter the race for many players who were available? Players who were flourishing last season and have been now, currently. We get the full story on what happened between Gorden Tallis and the Brisbane Broncos spin doctor as the feud between the former legend and the club continues to grow. Matt Burton wants to stay as a Bulldog but even as both camps have started talks, an agreement is far from done. Will there be a salary cap squeeze in Belmore? Will Jahream Bula stay at the Wests Tigers? The club is in fine form but his agent is Isaac Moses and he has a big history with the club's coach Benji Marshall! Tune in for everything above and more!But also if you're able to have a look, here's the fundraiser for Jacek McLaurin who sadly suffered a spinal cord injury from playing footy. If you wish to donate all the information is here: GoFundMe Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Weidler, Adam Pengilly and Charlie White are all back for a big episode of Triple M NRL's The Journos! St George Illawarra Dragons cannot avoid the spotlight as potential superstar front-rower Loko Pasifiki Tonga has grown tired of not getting picked by coach Shane Flanagan. Danny spoke to Flanno before the podcast to shed more light on the situation. But Shane's job continues to be thrown into growing doubt as the pressure intensifies week by week. And we also question why a club who is in desperate need for a halfback didn't enter the race for many players who were available? Players who were flourishing last season and have been now, currently. We get the full story on what happened between Gorden Tallis and the Brisbane Broncos spin doctor as the feud between the former legend and the club continues to grow. Matt Burton wants to stay as a Bulldog but even as both camps have started talks, an agreement is far from done. Will there be a salary cap squeeze in Belmore? Will Jahream Bula stay at the Wests Tigers? The club is in fine form but his agent is Isaac Moses and he has a big history with the club's coach Benji Marshall! Tune in for everything above and more!But also if you're able to have a look, here's the fundraiser for Jacek McLaurin who sadly suffered a spinal cord injury from playing footy. If you wish to donate all the information is here: GoFundMe Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Hindmarsh, Wade Graham, Danny Weidler & Tony Squires are all in for Saturday Scrum! St George Illawarra Dragons have started the season 0-6 but are on a 10 game losing streak dating back to last year. Pressure on coach Shane Flanagan continues to mount as his future remains in growing doubt. The North Queensland Cowboys finally ended a long drought against big brother Brisbane Broncos in dramatic fashion but both Hindy & Wado highlight a few calls that have left them fed up with how the game is officiated. The Bulldogs stunned the high flying Penrith Panthers as Lachlan Galvin makes a big statement. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Flanagan and the St George Illawarra Dragons face an existential crisis after a 32-0 humiliation, with Damien Cook’s contract talks halted. The Brisbane Broncos have also hit a breaking point with a triple injury blow to Reece Walsh, Adam Reynolds, and Ben Hunt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danny Weidler, Adam Pengilly & Charlie White are back for Triple M NRL's The Journos for a big episode. But it's been an even bigger week on the Northern Beaches! Anthony Seibold sacked, an unexperienced Kieran Foran parachuted in, the ownership has been called into question and Jamal Fogarty taking a big swipe at the club's management. Both journos also put the Penn family's role into the spotlight! Brisbane Broncos and Fox League have had crisis talks to solve the coverage of Gorden Tallis and Michael Maguire, did it go well? And Weidler shares some past stories of his own mediation talks which includes James Graham dancing with a grandma??? The Bulldogs selection headache just won't go away as who's the best halves combination? Where does Stephen Crichton fit best? And does Lachlan Galvin deserve the criticism he gets? The Saints crisis gets worse but what happens now? Victor Radley's suspension is coming to a shorter end than thought and the Wests Tigers owners are looking at expanding their sporting portfolio with a combined effort with English football side Queens Park Rangers to buy Central Coast Mariners. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With pressure building and debate intensifying, The Continuous Call Team discuss Josh Morris getting fired up as he firmly backs Michael Maguire following the shock resignation of Brisbane Broncos assistant coach Ben Te'o. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  This episode The Producer & Pies return for the first time in four months to do the 2026 NRL Preview Show. See the timestamps below to see your favourite team and listen to our predictions. Don't forget to join ESPN Footy Tipping and join our tipping competition. Search "Bats and Balls NRL/AFL Tipping" to find our NRL and AFL tipping competitions. Supercoach is back and the codes to our leagues are below. Bats and Balls Cup – 838272 Bats and Balls Mug – 640751 Bats and Balls Plate – 246130 AFL – 246130 The Pocket Ref - 692451 Thank You to everyone who have and still do support the team and the show!! Check out our website batsandballspodcast.com to see our tips and listen to both Bats and Balls Podcast and The Pocket Ref Podcast. We are now on Patreon. Follow the link below to join. https://www.patreon.com/batsandballspod   0:00:00 – Intro & Catch Up 1:04:00 – Penrith Panthers 1:11:00 – St George Illawarra Dragons 1:17:00 – The Dolphins 1:22:00 – Newcastle Knights 1:26:00 – Gold Coast Titans 1:32:00 – Canterbury Bulldogs 1:36:00 – Manly Sea Eagles 1:39:00 – New Zealand Warriors 1:42:00 – Sydney Roosters 1:47:00 – Canberra Raiders 1:50:00 – Brisbane Broncos 1:56:00 – North Queensland Cowboys 2:00:00 – Cronulla Sharks 2:05:00 – South Sydney Rabbitohs 2:11:00 – Wests Tigers 2:17:00 – Melbourne Storm 2:24:00 – Parramatta Eels 2:32:00 – Predictions                                                                                                                                                               Twitter - @batsandballspod Email - batsandballspodcast@gmail.com facebook.com/batsandballspodcast http://batsandballspodcast.com/

Fresh from pre-season camp in Australia, Richard Graves sits down with Stan Parker, Sports Scientist at the Western Bulldogs, to explore how tracking data, contextual analytics, and interdisciplinary collaboration shape performance in elite AFL. Stan's journey spans the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL, Queensland Rugby Sevens, and now five seasons embedded within the Bulldogs' high-performance programme, including a PhD focused on contextualising tracking data beyond simple load metrics. This episode moves beyond “distance covered” and “top speed” to examine how sports science actually influences coaching decisions, athlete development, injury management, and tactical execution. From peak demand analysis and real-world decision-making under fatigue, to AI readiness and workflow efficiency, this is a grounded, practitioner-led conversation about where elite sport is really heading. In this episode you will learn: Why contextualising tracking data matters more than collecting more of it How to compare peak training demands to peak match demands The role of vision and video in translating data for coaches and players How to build buy-in when athletes aren't “numbers learners” The balance between availability and performance in weekly competition cycles How interdisciplinary decision-making works inside an AFL club Why isolated fatigue “flags” can be misleading How gym-based physical development can be directly tied to on-field outcomes The importance of soft skills in high-performance environments Where AI realistically fits (and doesn't fit) in elite sports science About Stan Parker Stan Parker is a Sports Scientist with the Western Bulldogs in the AFL. He has previously worked with the Brisbane Broncos and Queensland Rugby Sevens, building experience across multiple elite sporting codes in Australia. Stan is also completing a PhD focused on the contextualisation of tracking data in team sports, exploring how movement patterns and peak demands can better explain performance impact rather than serving purely as load monitoring tools. He is particularly interested in bridging the gap between data analytics, coaching vision, and real-world performance application. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research