Podcasts about Mal Meninga

In this powerful episode, we sit down with rugby league icon Mal Meninga, whose legacy as a player, captain, and coach has shaped generations of the sport. From his early days breaking through in Queensland to leading the Canberra Raiders to glory, Mal reflects on the mindset, discipline, and heart it took to become one of the game’s true immortals. We delve into the golden era of the Raiders, his leadership philosophy, and how he transitioned from dominating on the field to mentoring the next wave of champions. Mal shares personal stories of resilience, responsibility, and what it means to truly lead — both in sport and life. Whether you’re a die-hard league fan or someone chasing greatness in any field, this conversation offers rare insight into the spirit of a true Australian sporting legend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jimmy is joined by Kevin Walters following the announcement that he'll be taking over from Mal Meninga as the Kangaroos head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mal joins Jimmy Smith to chat Kevin Walters takeover of the Kangaroos, Blayke Brailey's knockback of the Sharks first contract offer and look back at the record breaking 1992 World Cup Final at Wembley as well as talking Humphrey B Bear, Dirk Hartog, Black Swans & Charles de Gaulle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were so excited when we got the news that Western Australia is finally going to be in the NRL and with the announcement of the Perth Bears recently, we had to get the inaugural coach in, NRL legend Mal Meninga!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal Meninga joins Jimmy for the opening hour - talking what a typical week is looking like in preparation for the Perth Bears as well as Ponga at the Knights, could Herbie Farnworth play fullback and would an Espy Awards equivalent work in Australia? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The run-home to the NRL Finals is officially underway with Origin in the bag for 2025. The boys also analyse Mal Meninga's predicted Australian Kangaroos Starting XVII for the Ashes Series at the end of the year, as well as the coaching merry-go-round between the Kangaroos, Titans, Knights and even the new PNG NRL club… (there may even be another Galvin rant in this ep)! We end the episode with the Super League Round 18 results and ladder update, and the NRLW Round 2 results!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:00 - Episode Overview05:48 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin09:45 - Bunker Review: Selecting the Australian Kangaroos Starting XVII18:20 - Bunker Review: Coaching Merry-Go-Round (Australia, Titans, Knights, PNG)34:25 - TSS Tipping + Supercoach money comps [Round 19]38:36 - NRL Ladder Update after Round 1939:22 - NRL Round 19: Sharks def. Dolphins45:00 - NRL Round 19: Storm def. Knights48:27 - NRL Round 19: Roosters def. Dragons53:27 - NRL Round 19: Bulldogs def. Cowboys (The boys clash over Galvin being dropped)1:07:03 - NRL Round 19: Warriors def. Tigers1:15:06 - NRL Round 19: Panthers def. Eels1:22:52 - NRL Round 19: Broncos def. Titans (Kieran Foran retires)1:28:40 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 201:33:11 - ATG: Super League Round 18 Results (+Ladder update)1:34:40 - ATG: NRLW Round 2 Results1:38:01 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

The Full Throwdown with Immortal Mal Meninga who joins Jimmy Smith to debrief last night's Origin win for the Maroons and potential Kangaroos coaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Huge Throwdown with Mal Meninga as the Immortal joins Jimmy Smith to chat about the vacant Kangaroos' job, the candidates and potential Perth recruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Fittler has broken his silence to Adam Hawse on why he withdrew from contention for the vacant Kangaroos head coaching position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal joins Jimmy to chat the latest from the Perth Bears as official duties begin next week and discuss whether Selwyn Cobbo is the sort of player the new club would target? Plus, Origin Game 3 and the big game between the Panthers and the Bulldogs tonight at CommBank Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joins Jimmy live from SEN's Perth studios to talk the last 24 hours meeting with grassroots clubs and big-wigs alike around Australia's western outpost. Plus, a State of Origin examination - what worked for Billy Slater and what went wrong for the Blues and Laurie Daley as the series heads back to Sydney for the decisive Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mal joins Jimmy to talk through building the foundations of the Bears after his confirmation as the Perth side's inaugural coach last week. Plus, his thoughts on the changes made to the Maroons side ahead of Game 2 and his thoughts on the big clashes out of Round 15 in the NRL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley, whether Warrington can bounce back from another major final loss and whether Hull KR can go on to win Super League. They discuss York's gritty golden point win over Featherstone, the Women's Wigan side knocking the defending Challenge Cup Champions St Helens off the podium and whether the weekend was a success. They discuss Australia searching for a new coach following Mal Meninga' accepting the Perth Bears job, Kai Pearce Paul signing with the Tigers and discuss Cameron Munster being announced as Maroons captain following Daly Cherry-Evans axing.

On InZane Rugby League this week - Zane Bojack and former Raiders halfback Sam Williams are joined by Melbourne Storm General Manager of Football and NSW Head of High Performance Frank Ponissi to preview Origin 2 and discuss the likelihood of the club retaining their stars from the threat of the Perth Bears. 

Billy Slater makes massive calls on his Game 2 QLD lineup as DCE and Fermor are dropped for Horsburgh, Capewell (and even Ezra Mam), as the NSW Blues are forced to replace Mitch Barnett due to a season-ending injury… Mal Meninga being named the inaugural Perth Bears coach causes a merry-go-round with Bennett, Fittler, Cam Smith and Brad Arthur all caught up on the ride… In the NRL, Lachlan Galvin made his Bulldogs debut, Josh Papalii became the most capped Canberra Raider, Adam Reynolds joined the 300-club, the Top 4 clubs prove why they are leading the way, Dolphins put every club on notice, Trbojevic brothers potentially on the move, and so much more! We close out our episode with Hull KR claiming their first silverware in 45 years after winning the 2025 Challenge Cup!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:35 - Episode Overview06:09 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week: Josh Papalii09:51 - Who's in Guildy's Bin: Billy Slater10:42 - Bunker Review: State of Origin Game 2 Lineups (Game 1 changes + Predictions)36:12 - Bunker Review: Mal Meninga named Perth Bears coach (+ the coaching merry-go-round)50:33 - TSS Tipping + Supercoach money comps [Round 14]51:39 - NRL Round 14: Knights def. Manly (AOB apologises to Knights fans; Trbojevic brothers on the move?)1:01:47 - NRL Round 14: Storm def. Cowboys1:04:47 - NRL Round 14: Dolphins def. Dragons (Dolphins alert the entire comp)1:11:21 - NRL Round 14: Warriors def. Sharks (Wahs are the real deal)1:18:19 - NRL Round 14: Broncos def. Titans (GC languishing at the bottom… again)1:25:07 - NRL Round 14: Raiders def. Rabbitohs (Papalii most capped Raider)1:36:50 - NRL Round 14: Panthers def. Tigers (Will Penrith make the 8?)1:47:35 - NRL Round 14: Bulldogs def. Eels (Galvin makes his Dogs debut)2:00:07 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 152:03:08 - ATG: Hull KR win Challenge Cup (their first silverware in 45 years!)2:05:50 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Mal Meninga joins the show and talks everything Bears | Margaux retold a tale of sinking a boat....and Viagra | The Book of Records Portaloo BanditSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Maroon and Josh Mansour are back for your Dead Set Legends, we talk to Mal Meninga after his appointment as coach of the Perth Bears, we wrap up the Thursday & Friday footy matches and look forward to some huge games coming up this weekend. Of course your favourite segments, 'Maroon's Deadset Dummy Spit', 'Sauces Salute' & 'Maroon's Trivia' are back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gorden Tallis, James Graham, James Hooper & Ben Dobbin are in as we get the latest on the Origin teams for Game 2! We talk the Warriors massive win, the future of Adam O'Brien, new Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga joins us & we look at Api Koroisau's bizarre push to play for the Perth Bears!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gorden Tallis, James Graham, James Hooper & Ben Dobbin are in as we get the latest on the Origin teams for Game 2! We talk the Warriors massive win, the future of Adam O'Brien, new Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga joins us & we look at Api Koroisau's bizarre push to play for the Perth Bears!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A hostile billionaire, bitter media politics, a powerful football titan and a legendary coach: it’s a sporting drama worthy of Ted Lasso as rugby league’s bold new Perth Bears vision takes off. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and produced by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Squires is joined by Wade Graham, Steve Roach and Brent Read as we discuss Adam O'Briens comments about the Knights fans booing there team, Mal Meninga selected as Perth coach and the Dolphins big win over the Dragons. Plus, we look at what changes will be made to the Origin sides, Tony's Quiz and Believe It Or Not.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inaugural Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga has rcvealed he'll consult a number of people in the lead up to the club's inception including other WA sporting teams and Western Reds great Mark Geyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Squires is joined by Wade Graham, Steve Roach and Brent Read as we discuss Adam O'Briens comments about the Knights fans booing there team, Mal Meninga selected as Perth coach and the Dolphins big win over the Dragons. Plus, we look at what changes will be made to the Origin sides, Tony's Quiz and Believe It Or Not.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Perth Bears Coach - and outgoing Kangaroos coach - Mal Meninga (1:22:24) headlined a bumper NRL Saturday Show. He told Andrew Moore and the team what tempted him to take the job setting up the NRL's newest team. He also gave his thought on the Queensland team ahead of game 2 of Origin. Dolphins gun Isaiya Katoa (27:33) is staying very humble despite helping his team to a big win over the Dragons. He explained he's still focused on the mistakes he's making rather than just accepting the plaudits for what he's doing right. Also on the show Queenslander Wayne Bartrim (2:16:41) talked about the 1995 Origin win, Cronulla CEO Dino Mezzatesta 2:47:43) dropped by the box at Shark Park and a fired up Michael Carayannis gives all the latest news (and speculation) in MC's Hammertime (49:04). 

In this bulletin, New South Wales police crackdown on crimes against public transport workers, a judge blocks Donald Trump's order to ban foreign visas for aspiring Harvard students. And in sport, League legend Mal Meninga announced as coach of the Perth Bears.

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Mal Meninga has been named as the inaugural head coach of the N-R-L's 18th side Geelong coach Chris Scott is confident Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is ready to return to his best Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has offered an 'unreserved apology' to the Knights' fan base The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Mal Meninga has been named as the inaugural head coach of the N-R-L's 18th side Geelong coach Chris Scott is confident Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is ready to return to his best Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has offered an 'unreserved apology' to the Knights' fan base The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julian is joined by North Sydney Bears top tryscorer in 1998 the great Michael Buettner following the announcement that Mal Meninga will coach the Perth Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Mal Meninga has been named as the inaugural head coach of the N-R-L's 18th side Geelong coach Chris Scott is confident Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is ready to return to his best Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has offered an 'unreserved apology' to the Knights' fan base The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brumbies’ Tom Wright Reveals his Beef with Mal Meninga and his love of Bluey Before Tom Wright re-signed with the Brumbies there were whispers he might head back to the NRL. Now we know Mal Meninga is to be the new coach of the Perth Bears, Rod and Gabi asked if that would have swayed Tom’s decision…it was a resounding no.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The two housemates of missing Queensland teen Pheobe Bishop have been charged with her murder. Rugby league icon Mal Meninga announced as the inaugural coach of the incoming Perth Bears. AND David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The two housemates of missing Queensland teen Pheobe Bishop have been charged with her murder. Rugby league icon Mal Meninga announced as the inaugural coach of the incoming Perth Bears. AND David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal Meninga eyes Payne Haas and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui for Perth Bears. With Daly Cherry-Evans set to be dumped, who takes over as Queensland captain? The secret meeting that could end Kalyn Ponga's Maroons careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal joins Jimmy Smith to update on how negotiations are tracking toward becoming the inaugural Perth Bears Coach and whether he'll still be able to be involved with the Kangaroos upcoming UK Tour. Then, a celebration of Josh Papali'i's terrific Canberra Raiders career and potential changes for the Maroons in Game 2 of State of Origin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On NRL Thursday - Andrew Moore and Matthew Elliott speak to the Daily Telegraph's Michael Carayannis about the impending announcement of Mal Meninga as the inaugural coach of the Perth Bears. 

Did Origin Player Hudson Young know his mate was leaving the Raiders? Josh Papali'i announced yesterday that he won’t be playing in Canberra next year but was that news to his team mates?Hudson Young had a chat to Rod and Gabi about Papali’i and also about Mal Meninga moving to Perth to coach the new NRL Team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Origin week with Tony Squires, Nathan Hindmarsh, Wade Graham, and Michael Chammas. We’re joined by Angus Crichton from Blues camp, the Goat Mark Nicholls talks us through that Dolphins win, and Jack Williams chats his try and getting the two points over Manly. Plus, what does Mal Meninga’s appointment to Perth mean for the Kangaroos, and the latest on the Galvin saga. There’s also Believe It Or Not, Tony’s Quiz and even Ange Postecoglou gets a mention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby league Immortal and Australian coach Mal Meninga has confirmed his interest in coaching the Perth Bears, amid reports he's a frontrunner to coach the expansion side. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Origin week with Tony Squires, Nathan Hindmarsh, Wade Graham, and Michael Chammas. We’re joined by Angus Crichton from Blues camp, the Goat Mark Nicholls talks us through that Dolphins win, and Jack Williams chats his try and getting the two points over Manly. Plus, what does Mal Meninga’s appointment to Perth mean for the Kangaroos, and the latest on the Galvin saga. There’s also Believe It Or Not, Tony’s Quiz and even Ange Postecoglou gets a mention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham and Charlie White are back for another edition of Mid-Week Matters, breaking down the biggest headlines shaking up the NRL. The boys dive into the messy fallout from the Tigers’ decision to release rising star Lachlan Galvin — and where he might land next. We unpack the situation at the Broncos with Michael Maguire, plus, could Sam Burgess and Mal Meninga really lead the Perth Bears into the NRL? And with a relatively quiet buildup we ask the question; Does Origin need more hate? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Classic: https://classicsports.com.au/ Better Help: https://betterhelp.com/byeround Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround Chances are you’re about to lose. For free and confidential support visit gamblinghelponline.com 0:00 Rugby League Fatigue 3:00 Madge & The Broncos Fallout 7:45 Reece Walsh TikTok Punch Video 9:23 Tigers To Release Lachlan Galvin Immediately 15:37 Lachlan Galvin’s Next Destination Will Be _____? 33:15 The Pressure On The Tigers 36:09 Sam Burgess & Mal Meninga Set To Coach Perth Bears 47:57 Does This Year’s Origin Series Need More Hate/Drama? 51:59 Round 12 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gus dissects a number of potential Blues’ selection calls ahead of teams being announced, including the halves and wing spots. Praise for the Women’s NSW Origin team after taking out the series in Sydney. Can the Tigers bounce back from their disastrous loss to the Storm last week, and is Mal Meninga the man to lead the Perth Bears? Plus Gus’ Round 11 tips, proudly brought to you by TAB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield, Brent Read & Charlie White are in for your Tuesday to look at the Cowboys team list news, Clifford has been dropped and Purdue gets a go in the halves, should DCE step back from Origin to give Manly his all, Michael Maguire isn't happy with Buzz after he wrote about the Brisbane harbour cruise and Ready reckons Mal Meninga is a shot at coaching the Perth Bears. Plus, we look at some interesting fan mail from a disgruntled Warriors fan and Michael Chammas's awkward run in with the Moses camp on 100% Footy last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz Rothfield, Brent Read & Charlie White are in for your Tuesday to look at the Cowboys team list news, Clifford has been dropped and Purdue gets a go in the halves, should DCE step back from Origin to give Manly his all, Michael Maguire isn't happy with Buzz after he wrote about the Brisbane harbour cruise and Ready reckons Mal Meninga is a shot at coaching the Perth Bears. Plus, we look at some interesting fan mail from a disgruntled Warriors fan and Michael Chammas's awkward run in with the Moses camp on 100% Footy last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the Rugby League news from NRL 360, Monday 12th of May, with hosts Braith Anasta and Gorden Tallis. Buzz Rothfield and Brent Read join Braith & Gorden to discuss the news that Mal Meninga has put his hand up to coach the returning Perth Bears. The boys also touch on the Jerome Luai contract saga and Jahrome Hughes' contract extension. 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.