Podcasts about reni maitua

Gus Gould spoke to The Bye Round about the Bulldogs' struggles, and Reni Maitua gave his in-depth thoughts on the current situation at the club in 2026. Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday:  3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

NSW Blues legend Boyd Cordner joins The Run Home with Scope and Reni Maitua to discuss NSW's preparation for State of Origin Game 1, the Roosters' 2026 season so far, and his recent induction into the NSWRL Hall of Fame. 00:00 – What was it like to get inducted into the NSWRL Hall of Fame? 04:00 – How has Blues camp been? 06:30 – How has SG Ball coaching been? 09:30 – NSW Blues second-rowers 11:00 – How has Victor Radley been? 12:30 – What's it been like having Tedesco back in the side? 14:00 – What have the debutants been like to work with? 15:30 – Does he have any head coaching ambitions? Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday:  3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

Reni Maitua, Josh Reynolds and Charlie White are in, and our thoughts go out to Jai Arrow and his loved ones after his heartbreaking MND diagnosis. Vegas 2027 has been announced, and we look at the potential for a Nashville round. Is the 2026 NRL product boring? Reni and Grub share their thoughts on that statement? We look at the matchups in Round 12 - are the Dragons a genuine chance of defeating the Warriors? How can the Dogs beat an undermanned Storm, and have the Titans gone backwards in 2027? Plus, we look at the Origin selections and the tactics between Daley and Slater - which team was picked more smartly for the Origin arena? Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reni Maitua, Josh Reynolds and Charlie White are in, and our thoughts go out to Jai Arrow and his loved ones after his heartbreaking MND diagnosis. Vegas 2027 has been announced, and we look at the potential for a Nashville round. Is the 2026 NRL product boring? Reni and Grub share their thoughts on that statement? We look at the matchups in Round 12 - are the Dragons a genuine chance of defeating the Warriors? How can the Dogs beat an undermanned Storm, and have the Titans gone backwards in 2027? Plus, we look at the Origin selections and the tactics between Daley and Slater - which team was picked more smartly for the Origin arena? Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reni Maitua joins Josh Reynolds and Charlie White to preview Magic Round, but first we start with the Cleary situation as Ivan announced he is stepping down after 2027 - will Nathan leave Penrith? We assess his options. Former Bulldogs players Reni and Josh look at the growing concerns at the club and the do-or-die match against Cronulla on Friday. We also look at Metcalf's options, preview the Dogs-Sharks game, and touch on the huge clash between the Dolphins and Rabbitohs. Plus, Benji vs Foran and all of the other matchups in Brisbane this weekend! Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reni Maitua joins Josh Reynolds and Charlie White to preview Magic Round, but first we start with the Cleary situation as Ivan announced he is stepping down after 2027 - will Nathan leave Penrith? We assess his options. Former Bulldogs players Reni and Josh look at the growing concerns at the club and the do-or-die match against Cronulla on Friday. We also look at Metcalf's options, preview the Dogs-Sharks game, and touch on the huge clash between the Dolphins and Rabbitohs. Plus, Benji vs Foran and all of the other matchups in Brisbane this weekend! Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wests Tigers lock in the future, securing brothers Terrell May and Taylan May on deals through to 2030. Reni Maitua and Scope unpack what it means—and what's next for the Tigers. Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday:  3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

Tigers took down the Raiders at a sold-out Liechardt to kick off Anzac round, and Reni Maitua breaks down all the biggest moments from the match 00:00 – Royce Hunt crashes over for a powerful solo try 03:00 – Api Koroisau sin bin & hip-drop controversy 07:30 – Was Api in State of Origin contention before the suspension? 10:00 – Adam Doueihi development at the Tigers 13:00 – Are the Wests Tigers the real deal in 2026? 15:00 – How important is chemistry in an NRL side? 16:00 – The unmissable moment Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday: 3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

Scott Drinkwater has been granted permission to negotiate with rival clubs, with the Dragons emerging as strong favourites for his signature. The boys also preview two blockbuster clashes: Manly v Dragons and Bulldogs v Cowboys. 00:00 – Scott Drinkwater linked with a potential move to the Dragons 08:30 – Dragons v Manly preview 12:30 – Broncos v Cowboys preview Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday: 3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

Reni Maitua joins Scope on The Run Home to break down the Bulldogs' ambush of the Penrith Panthers at Accor Stadium, following a clinical and upset victory. Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday: 3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

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Reni Maitua joins Sauce & Maroon to preview round 2 of the NRL Finals and Ethan Strange is out! We look at how the Raiders can win, Penrith's battle against a full Accor stadium and how the Storm & Broncos are coping with their week off. Plus, Sauce's Salute is back and we look at the silver foxes in the NRL!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reni Maitua joins Sauce & Maroon to preview round 2 of the NRL Finals and Ethan Strange is out! We look at how the Raiders can win, Penrith's battle against a full Accor stadium and how the Storm & Broncos are coping with their week off. Plus, Sauce's Salute is back and we look at the silver foxes in the NRL!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bulldogs Premiership winner Reni Maitua joins the Run Home to chat his podcast with Braith, his joining and winning a the Premiership at the Bulldogs and his thought on the current side 00:00 Guests on the Bella Vista Sportsman Lunch 01:00 Rene's starting career 02:00 Almost signing with the Bunnies 04:00 Surf of Origin with Mick Fanning 04:45 Thought's ahead of Origin 05:15 Current Bulldogs conundrum 08:30 Going out for dinner with Braith Anasta Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday: 3pm AEST on SEN 1170 AM Sydney and 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

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Former Bulldogs Legend and NRL Star Reni Maitua walks us through growing up and speaks on the lessons he's learnt from the hard times during his NRL career.From his love for music, to his competitive nature, we find out who Reni Maitua is through taking a deep dive through his NRL Career and childhood, and what it means to be a Bulldog.Watch along and get to know Reni Maitua the person, not just the athlete!!Youtube HereFormer Bulldogs Legend and NRL Star Reni Maitua walks us through growing up and speaks on the lessons he's learnt from the hard times during his NRL career.From his love for music, to his competitive nature, we find out who Reni Maitua is through taking a deep dive through his NRL Career and childhood, and what it means to be a Bulldog.Watch along and get to know Reni Maitua the person, not just the athlete!!0:00 - 5 Foot 11 Reni Maitua0:47 - What Is Reni Doing Now3:07 - NRL Grand Final Predictions8:13 - Should Reserve Grade Grand Finals Be Played On Grand Final Day??9:25 - Losing Sonny Bill Williams In 200811:50 - End Of Bulldogs Career & Des Hasler Feud16:30 - Moving To The Super League17:17 - Difference Between Super League & NRL18:06 - Leigh Centurions Boys Trip 20:18 - Coming Back To Australia After 3 Years Away21:00 - Toronto Wolfpack23:00 - Coming Back Working In A Factory23:44 - From NRL Player To An Everyday John Doe25:15 - Finding Routine & Learning Life Skills27:00 - NRL Contracts & Respect For Money29:10 - Think Before You Ink30:30 - Media & Youtube Podcasts35:00 - Punter Dialogue vs Player Language37:27 - Growing Up As Reni Maitua39:25 - Dad The Musician & Reni's Music Taste46:10 - Growing Up In Maroubra & Surfing50:00 - Marcellin52:10 - Braith Anasta Friendship & Competition53:45 - Braith Anasta's Bathroom Door55:22 - Biggest Lesson Learnt From NRL Career56:00 - Lessons Coming Through The Grades & Coaching Harold Matts01:01:30 - Not Making Harold Matts & SG Ball01:04:30 - Bulldogs Jersey Flegg & Cup01:07:27 - What Does It Mean To Be A Bulldog?01:10:45 - NRL Debut 2004 & Moving Into The Back-Row From Half01:14:50 - 2004 Grand Final01:18:00 - Prime Ministers XIII, PNG & Expansion01:23:40 - 2013 Wooden Spoon01:25:19 - Final Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sat down with Canterbury Bulldogs legend, Reni Maitua. Reni played 174 games in the NRL, representing Australia, Samoa and NSW City in the process.In this episode:What is was like joining the Bulldogs in 2002 while the club was in the midst of the salary cap scandal that saw the team stripped off all their points and sent to the bottom of the league.What is was like coming through the grades with Sonny Bill Williams, Jonathan Thurston & Braith Anasta.The situation that led to him making his first grade with less than an hour notice.A behind the scenes look at the 2004 season and what made that group so special.The 2004 grand final experience - the fatigue levels, his disbelief and the celebrations that followed.The biggest "alpha" and best players Reni ever played with or Against.How his off-field behaviour got him sacked from the Bulldogs in 2008.His 2 years suspensions - the truth behind what happened, the behaviours that led up to it and how it trigged a year "off the rails".His mission to return to the NRL and prove everyone wrong.How he almost ended up back at the Bulldogs and why that deal fell through.Joining the Parramatta Eels and being named Co-Captain.The burden of leadership: How speaking up led to Reni falling out with Ricky Stewart.The homecoming - Reni's final stint at the Bulldogs before heading of to the Super League.The night Willie Tonga saved Reni's life and the impact that Reni going public with the story."I only had $8 in my bank account" - the post retirements struggles Reni faced and how he found his feet.Finding passion in podcasting – Why Reni turned to podcasting and how it gave him a platform to share his story and connect with others.---Apply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available!

THE FINALS CONTINUE! We have brought back some more NRL legends for another special episode - Tim Mannah & Lets Trot favourite Reni Maitua join Sauce for a comprehensive review of the first week of the Finals and they look forward to a do-or-die round of Finals Footy. Make sure you tune in! Lets Trot!

IT'S FINALS TIME! We're bringing in the big guns for a special episode - James Graham, Reni Maitua, and Todd Carney join Sauce for a comprehensive review of the season and they look forward to a cracker first round of the finals with their predictions, match ups and players to watch! Don't miss this one! Lets Trot!

This week Jimmy is joined by an NRL legend & Bulldogs icon Reni Maitua. Reni talks us through the ups and downs of his footy career, winning premierships, his post-retirement business adventures, his mental health journey plus share some cracking stories along the way! Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/  Merch: https://thebyeround.com/   Better Help Special Offer: https://www.betterhelp.com/byeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE FUNNIEST EPISODE EVER! Another huge week on the show as Sauce catches up with Fox, Reni Maitua & James Graham to review the NRL season, revisit their “Top 8” predictions from pre-season, discuss the upcoming State of Origin Game 2 and what the Blues must do to win, they explore options for the 18th team expansion in the NRL, and they finish off with a new segment: Sauce's 'Spicy Quiz'. Lets Trot Bruh!

In this episode of They Don't Want It, Reni Maitua, Darcy Lussick, and Big Lez discuss all NRL news from the past week, including David Fifita's Back-Flip, Origin Injuries, Brad Arthurs Sacking, and much more!!! In this part, the lads talk about David Fifita Back-Flipping on the Roosters to remain a Titan!!! What does this mean for Angus Crichton??Get around the new kids on the block and download the CrossBet App in order to access the BTFU Hub, with exclusive bets you can't place anywhere else!!!Download the Discord app and join our Exclusive BTFU Discord Chat!!!https://whop.com/btfu/?a=tnlJoin a large community of like-minded punters and have access to late mail from racing experts Aaron Macey and former jockey Glyn Schofield, as well as NRL injury and signing early mail from Aaron Macey and Big Lez. Stay Connected with BTFU:Website: https://btfu.com.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglezsleag...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@btfu.com.au?lBTFU NRL TEAM:Reni Maitua and Darcy Lussick, hosted by Lehroy ‘Big Lez' Stewart, present They Don't Want It, once a week analysing all NRL news and updates and giving their tips for the upcoming round.Reni Maitua is a former professional rugby league footballer. An Australian and Samoan International representative player, he previously played for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, with whom he won the 2004 NRL Premiership. Maitua has also represented the Cronulla Sharks and Parramatta Eels, before spending time in the English Super League between 2015 and 2018.Darcy Lussick is a former NRL player who last played as a prop for the Parramatta Eels and the Manly Sea Eagles. Lussick also played for the Toronto Wolfpack in the Betfred Championship and the Super League. On 7 December 2019, Lussick made his boxing debut against former NRL player Justin Hodges. Lussick won in his debut fight, knocking out Hodges in the first 39 seconds of the bout.

In this episode of They Don't Want It, Reni Maitua, Darcy Lussick, and Big Lez discuss all NRL news from the past week, including Get around the new kids on the block and download the CrossBet App in order to access the BTFU Hub, with exclusive bets you can't place anywhere else!!!Download the Discord app and join our Exclusive BTFU Discord Chat!!!https://whop.com/btfu/?a=tnlJoin a large community of like-minded punters and have access to late mail from racing experts Aaron Macey and former jockey Glyn Schofield, as well as NRL injury and signing early mail from Aaron Macey and Big Lez. Stay Connected with BTFU:Website: https://btfu.com.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglezsleag...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@btfu.com.au?lBTFU NRL TEAM:Reni Maitua and Darcy Lussick, hosted by Lehroy ‘Big Lez' Stewart, present They Don't Want It, once a week analysing all NRL news and updates and giving their tips for the upcoming round.Reni Maitua is a former professional rugby league footballer. An Australian and Samoan International representative player, he previously played for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, with whom he won the 2004 NRL Premiership. Maitua has also represented the Cronulla Sharks and Parramatta Eels, before spending time in the English Super League between 2015 and 2018.Darcy Lussick is a former NRL player who last played as a prop for the Parramatta Eels and the Manly Sea Eagles. Lussick also played for the Toronto Wolfpack in the Betfred Championship and the Super League. On 7 December 2019, Lussick made his boxing debut against former NRL player Justin Hodges. Lussick won in his debut fight, knocking out Hodges in the first 39 seconds of the bout.

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This week on They Don't Want It, the lads talk about:Kenty vs TreePlayers of the Week Round 8Brian To'o 21 Tackle BustsDCE and Haumole 2 Weeks Compared to Taane MilneLuke Keary RetirementRoosters War-ChestReni's Rabbitohs Deep DiveRound 9 Preview

... a 1 on 1 interview like you have never heard before! #UNFILTERED

The Pilot our new show BTFU's The Scrum. Lez is joined by ex-footballers Reni Maitua and Darcy Lussick to talk 6 set's of News and Updates around the league. They also put in their tips for Round 8!!!

... a 1 on 1 interview like you have never heard before! #UNFILTERED

Sauce welcomes Canterbury Bulldog Legend and host of the 'The Bye Round' podcast James Graham, along with returning guest Reni Maitua. Together they dive into their 2024 NRL season preview including their Premiership favourites, dark horses, wooden spooners, underachievers and overachievers. They also tackle the contentious topic of NRL villains and they get their crystal balls out to predict who will make the TOP 8 and take out the Dally M. Loads of fun in this one! Lets Trot!

Sauce catches up with 3x NRL Premiership Winner, Penrith Panther, NSW Blue and Samoan International winger - Brain To'o (aka Bizza!). Bizza opens up about the controversial reffing decisions at the recent World Club Challenge, he explains that infamous photo of him wearing a Bulldogs jersey, he goes into detail about his Panthers debut week, he sheds some light on his upbringing in Mount Druitt, his new venture with mate Jarome Luai with UNIVERSE 7, and opens up to Sauce about the passing of his younger sister. All this plus your favourite segments SHOEGRAB's gifting, "What's in the Sauce?" and “Mystery Question” (from previous guest Reni Maitua). Lets Trot!

An UNFILTERED Special Episode where we ask 7 former greats what's special about this Panthers side, and if they can do it again!Listen to hear from Michael Morgan, Trent Waterhouse, Dean Young, Paul Bowman, Matt Bowen, Ben Barba & Reni Maitua!

Sauce sits down with a good friend, Australian & Samoan international, 2004 NRL Premiership winner, and Bulldogs legend, Reni Maitua for an intimate chat about his rollercoaster career, the highs and lows, and finding peace after footy. Lets Trot!

Any player. Any era. Any team. Any competition. Reni names his Dream 13!

Reni Maitua joins the boys again this week to break down everything finals footy. The boys also dissect all the NRL news this week including the Bulldogs end of season clean out, the Cleary vs Bennett saga and Billy Slater's QLD coaching offer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's everyone's favourite time of the year - finals footy! This week, the boys are joined by Reni Maitua to break down the games and discuss all the craziness happening in the NRL this week, from new bigger player fines to coaches being sacked. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joined by former Bulldogs and Australian premiership winning player, Reni Maitua. We touch on challenges post retirement, the glory days at the bulldogs and much more. 

Our Grand Final show team boasts over 750 NRL games, 2 NRL premierships, a Clive Churchill medallist, countless Origin and Test appearances and of course our host Iain Byrne who contributes nothing to those stats. Anthony Minichiello and Reni Maitua join the boys for a very special Grand Final preview. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Reni Maitua returns to preview semi finals footy with the boys and discuss potential player movements in 2021 and the Michael Jennings controversy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fellow Bulldogs legend Reni Maitua joins the podcast to preview week two of finals footy and discusses the demise of the Canterbury club over the last decade. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Shop Doughboy Pizza using code "YKTR" during footy finals @ http://www.doughboy.com.au Finals Week One: Panthers vs. Roosters Only two mics tonight few tech problems just before kickoff so apologies for some of the audio in this one! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shop Doughboy Pizza using code "YKTR" during footy finals @ http://www.doughboy.com.au Finals Week One: Panthers vs. Roosters Only two mics tonight few tech problems just before kickoff so apologies for some of the audio in this one!

Maroon is back with another episode of The Legends of League Podcast! We're joined this week by Brett 'FINCHY' Finch & Reni 'TOOTY' Maitua to review all the NRL action from Round 4, preview Round 5 and look at some of the big news stories in the NRL this week!In this episode:The boys have a look at the Round 4 matches this weekend just gone... talking points include: Roosters dominance, the Warriors 'nightmare', Manly getting robbed (2:13)Bulldogs legend Reni discusses in depth what is happening at the Bulldogs as they continue their 'rebuild' (8:41)Is the writing on the wall for Dean Pay & Paul McGregor? (16:40)Should the bunker be ruling on forward passes after the howler called against Manly on the weekend? (18:10)THE BEST Round 5 Match Previews money can buy (20:19)Finchy tells the '06 State of Origin field goal for the 417th time (33:50)NEXT WEEK we have a MUST SEE Bad Boys special!! Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to the Legends of League Podcast to be alerted when it drops next week!!Follow us on social media...Instagram (@legendsofleagueaus)Facebook (@legendsofleagueaus)Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the Legends of League Podcast videos and highlights

Audio version of the footy companion live from the YKTR Office featuring Denan Kemp, Reni Maitua & Ice. Watch the YouTube here:  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Audio version of the footy companion live from the YKTR Office featuring Denan Kemp, Reni Maitua & Ice. Watch the YouTube here: 

*AUDIO WARNING* - the first 11:10sec we had audio mic problens, so the audio is from the camera's troubles so apologies for the quality. Denan, Reni & Scope crack a few Bloke In A Bar Beers to preview all NRL sides leading into the 2020 NRL Season, with Luke from QA chipping in here and there with YKTR Sports head honcho Ice from the background too. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*AUDIO WARNING* - the first 11:10sec we had audio mic problens, so the audio is from the camera's troubles so apologies for the quality. Denan, Reni & Scope crack a few Bloke In A Bar Beers to preview all NRL sides leading into the 2020 NRL Season, with Luke from QA chipping in here and there with YKTR Sports head honcho Ice from the background too. Enjoy!

Reni Maitua drops by for today's scope. Mental health, nines, doggies and stick around till the end to hear about the "Pleasures 17"

Reni Maitua drops by for today's scope. Mental health, nines, doggies and stick around till the end to hear about the "Pleasures 17"

On this week's episode, former NRL great Willie Mason drinks 8 x berry flavoured g&t alcopops and tells us what he really thinks. Luckily he is joined by his former Doggies confidante and Samoan/Australian international Reni Maitua to provide a bit more sensibility to the discussion. This is the podcast that the rugby league peanut gallery has been hanging out for, as Clancy and Errol ask the boys the big questions about the off-season from hell, WhatsApp groups, the anthem debate and the rise of Polynesian excellence in the NRL. Recorded at the Baxter Boots Studios

We all struggle with dark thoughts on occasion, some more so than others. Professional football stars are no exception. In this raw and candid conversation, former rugby league star, Willie Tonga opens up about his experience with depression and how he tried to hide it during his playing days for fear of being branded 'soft'. The Qld State of Origin representative knows first hand how serious depression can get after saving the life of his teammate and friend, Reni Maitua who attempted to take his own life.

Joining the guys in the studio this week is Reni Maitua who is currently with Toronto Wolfpack after coming out of retirement, he's a highly experienced man in the sport with time in NRL & Super League, including a Premiership win in 2004. Find out what Reni make of the Wolfpack machine as it continues to build in the sport. Oli and Jy review all the action as ever and one of the worst most blatant forward passes they've ever seen. Plus Tom brings back the Proper Sport Pub Quiz, but there is a stewards inquiry... All that and more on the Six till Eight Debate podcast!

Reni Maitua is my special guest on the podcast. Reni is a former NRL player for the Canterbury Bulldogs, Parramatta Eels and the Cronulla Sharks. He played over the Super League while represented City Origin, Samoa and Australia. Away from the game he hosts the show Unfiltered with Willie Mason, works with the NRL as a State of Mind Project Officer while he is about to make his professional boxing debt in early February 2018.For full episode guides and show notes please visit www.talkingwithtk.com and get in contact with me at tristan@talkingwithtk.comToday's episode is presented by Populis. For management consulting, leadership frame works and employee wellness programs contact Populis at www.populis.com.au

We Chat To Reni Maitua, an Australian professional rugby league footballer. An Australian and Samoan International representative player, he previously played for the Bulldogs RLFC, with whom he won the 2004 premiership. Reni Looks to make his Debut in the squared circle under the watchful eye of one of Australia's Top trainers Billy Hussein.

Reni Maitua and Jessica Macartney from the NRL Community team join Host Scott Sattler to discuss player wellbeing and the NRL State of Mind Program