Rugby League Insider with James Hooper
Rugby League Insider with James Hooper is a podcast that covers the latest news, insights, and analysis of rugby league. Hosted by James 'Hoops' Hooper along with Brandon, Darcie McDonald, and Matt Vautin, the show delves into the world of NRL and other rugby league topics. It is produced by FanaticsTV and distributed by Acast.
Episodes
Sam Walker to the DOGS? Inside the Nick Politis x Phil Gould Meeting That Could Decide It | RLIEP190
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL talking points. The team discuss Hudson Young’s trip to Papua New Guinea as the PNG Chiefs close in, whether Liam Martin could be the Raiders’ big replacement signing, and the Sam Walker saga as Nick Politis and Phil Gould get ready to mee
Tonga v Samoa EPIC & November 1 Chaos: Cleary, Walker, Bostock | RLIEP189
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by two-time premiership winner Anthony Watmough, Sydney Morning Herald journalist Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest rugby league talking points. The team break down the epic Tonga v Samoa World Cup clash, Junior Paulo’s shoulder charge, and whether anyone can stop the Kangar
Sam Walker Roosters Fallout: Bulldogs Move & NRL’s Halfback Dominoes | RLIEP188
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony “Choc” Watmough and Brandon Savage to unpack the Sam Walker contract saga and the fallout at the Sydney Roosters.Could Walker land at the Bulldogs? The team debate his next move, a potential partnership with Lachlan Galvin, and how Matt Burton, the Perth Bears and Papua New Guinea could shap
“Sam Never Agreed”: Walker Contract Bombshell & Hudson Young’s Future | RLIEP187
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford, Christian Nicolussi and Brendan Savage to unpack a massive week of NRL contract drama.The team discuss Sam Walker’s shock Roosters contract breakdown, with Hoops challenging reports that he agreed to a deal before backflipping. Where could Walker land next, and could a swap involving
Harry Grant to the Titans? + Kangaroos Selection Headaches | RLIEP186
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Sean O’Sullivan, Darcie McDonald to unpack the biggest rugby league talking points.The team discuss Fiji’s brave challenge against Australia, Kurt Donoghoe’s outstanding performance, and the Kangaroos’ selection headaches. Should James Tedesco or Reece Walsh wear the No.1, and who gets the nod at ha
Choc Fires Up Over PNG’s NRL Advantage, Bradman Best’s Future & Tigers Rebuild | RLIEP185
Choc Fires Up Over PNG’s NRL Advantage, Bradman Best’s Future & Tigers Rebuild | RLIEP185🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony “Choc” Watmough and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL off-season talking points.The team discuss Bradman Best’s future at Newcastle, the November 1 player market and the PNG Chiefs’ recruitmen
PNG POUNCE! Chiefs Closing In On Their Target + Sam Walker’s Roosters Contract Standoff | RLIEP184
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower and Christian Nicolussi to unpack the biggest rugby league talking points.The team discuss the latest mail linking AJ Brimson to the PNG Chiefs, whether the Perth Bears have the roster to compete, and the debate over PNG’s tax-free recruitment advantage.Plus, Sam Walker’s contract stando
World Cup Explodes: Tonga Fire, Bostock Stars & Kangaroos Selection Debate | RLIEP183
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Sean O’Sullivan to unpack a blockbuster opening weekend of the Rugby League World Cup.The team discuss Tonga’s win over England, Isaiya Katoa’s composure, Jack Bostock’s sensational Australian debut and the Kangaroos’ epic clash with New Zealand.Plus, Kalyn Ponga’s injury, Reece W
Australia Survive NZ Thriller as Jack Bostock Stars | Rugby League World Cup | RLIEP183
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Brendan Savage to unpack Australia’s thrilling Rugby League World Cup win over New Zealand.The team discuss Jack Bostock’s incredible Kangaroos debut, the selection calls facing Kevin Walters, and whether Australia’s forward pack needs reshuffling for the next Test.Plus, Choc re
Dragons TARGET Bostock | Rugby League World Cup Preview & Cleary’s Contract Call | RLIEP181
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Sean O’Sullivan and Brandon Savage to preview the opening weekend of the Rugby League World Cup.The team unpack Australia v New Zealand, including the Kiwis’ imposing forward pack, Kalyn Ponga’s threat, Australia’s selection calls and who can make the difference.Plus, the latest on Jack Bostock, Cod
Reece Walsh v Teddy, Sam Walker’s Deal & Spencer's Eels Deal | RLIEP180
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Christian Nicolussi to unpack the biggest rugby league stories as the World Cup gets underway.The team debate the Kangaroos’ fullback call between Reece Walsh and James Tedesco, preview Australia v New Zealand, and assess the representative squads.Plus, Spencer Leniu’s move to Par
Roosters Crowned 2026 NRL Premiers: Grand Final Review | RLIEP179
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower and Brandon Savage to review the 2026 NRL Grand Final, as the Sydney Roosters defeat the Newcastle Knights 19–18.The team breaks down Newcastle’s remarkable finals run, the Roosters’ clinical performance, Daly Cherry-Evans’ key moments, James Tedesco’s legacy and the impact of Spencer Le
Rabbitohs Multi Million Dollar Jigsaw Puzzle 🧩 | RLIEP178
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Kangaroo Selection Shock: Kevin Walters Squad Early Mail | RLIEP177
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Brandon Savage for a huge grand final week edition of Rugby League Insider.The team break down Newcastle’s extraordinary finals run and whether they can upset the star-studded Roosters to complete one of rugby league’s great fairytales.Plus, the Kangaroos World Cup squad, key g
"BLOW IT UP" Dally M Outrage As Multiple Players/Coaches Get SNUBBED! Ft. Buzz Rothfield | RLIEP176
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Buzz Rothfield and Darcie McDonald for a huge grand final week edition of Rugby League Insider.The team unpack the Dally M Awards, calls for greater voting transparency, and the incredible Newcastle Knights run to the grand final. Can the Knights complete one of rugby league’s greatest fairytales, o
Connor's Conundrum, Crossland Ban, Adam Gee & Dally M Awards | RLIEP175
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage for a full NRL Grand Final week breakdown.The team unpack Phoenix Crossland’s suspension after the tackle that injured Nathan Cleary, the fallout for Newcastle, and why the Knights’ remarkable run has captured the rugby league world.Plus, Connor Watson’s race t
From Wooden Spoon to Grand Final: Newcastle’s Unbelievable NRL Story | RLIEP174
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV. James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Brendan Savage to unpack the biggest NRL talking points. The team discuss Newcastle’s remarkable run from wooden spoon to the grand final, Phoenix Crossland’s tackle on Nathan Cleary, and the stories shaping grand final week in rugby league. Plus, Justin Holbrook’s coaching impa
Knights’ Fairytale Grand Final Run | Crossland Facing Ban | Roosters v Newcastle | RLIEP173
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald and Anthony Watmough to unpack one of the wildest preliminary-final weekends in recent memory.The team breaks down Newcastle’s remarkable 12-man win over Penrith, including Phoenix Crossland’s send-off, Nathan Cleary’s injury and the Panthers’ costly selection calls. They then look a
Newcastle's 12-Man MIRACLE: Knights Stun Penrith To Reach Grand Final | RLIEP172
One of the great finals performances — Newcastle played 44 minutes with 12 men after Phoenix Crossland's send-off and Nathan Cleary's broken leg, and somehow beat the Premiership-favourite Penrith Panthers 22-14 to book a grand final berth. Hoops, Anthony Watmough and John Sutton break down Kalyn Ponga's captain's performance, the small battles Newcastle won everywhere on the field
Roosters STORM Into Grand Final After Marky Mark Masterclass, Bunker Controversy Erupts | RLI EP171
Description:Live from the Hyde Park House pub — the Sydney Roosters have booked their first grand final berth since 2019, outclassing the Dolphins 36-20 at Suncorp Stadium. Simon Woolford and Sean O'Sullivan break down Marky Mark's stunning 313m masterclass, the controversial bunker call that upheld a Dolphins try, and the fresh headache of Connor Watson's grand final-ending HIA. Plus,
Panthers BIG 4 Set to Re-Sign | Harry Grant Contract Saga & Canberra Gun to Super League | RLI EP170
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL talking points.The team discuss Penrith’s moves to retain Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo, Liam Martin and Moses Leota — plus the Panthers’ secretive finals preparations.Also on the agenda: Raiders contract news, Latrell Mitchell’s South Sydn
Ponga's EVOLUTION | Can Newcastle Stop Penrith? | Titans Contract Drama | RLIEP169
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald and Anthony Watmough to unpack the biggest NRL finals talking points.The team pay tribute to Australian rock icon Angry Anderson and discuss Jai Arrow’s inspiring response to adversity, before turning to the NRL’s blockbuster finals weekend.Plus, a deep dive into Penrith’s premiershi
'Souths Offered Him $800,000' What is Latrell Worth? + Key Team List Changes | RLIEP168
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL talking points ahead of preliminary-final weekend.The team preview the Dolphins’ blockbuster clash with the Roosters, including the key match-ups, squad selections and who has the edge. They also discuss Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walke
Cody's Lowball Offer EXPOSED, Ashley Klein AXED + Special Guest Buzz Rothfield | RLIEP167
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Simon Woolford to unpack the biggest NRL talking points.The team discuss the contract stand-off involving Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker at South Sydney, the Newcastle Knights’ extraordinary resurgence, and Penrith’s injury concerns ahead of the preliminary finals.Plus, A
Knights’ Fairytale, Sharks’ Exit & Wahs Refereeing BLOW UPS | RLIEP166
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Darcie McDonald to unpack the biggest NRL talking points.The team discuss the Knights’ win over the Warriors, the refereeing controversy from the clash, and the stories shaping the week in rugby league.Plus, Roosters vs Sharks, the preliminary-final matchups, team updates, and t
Knights AMBUSH The WAHS Who Go Out in STRAIGHT SETS! | RLIEP165
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Cronulla CRUMBLE! Rooster Get Through To The PRELIM | RLIEP164
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Warriors HIA DRAMA! Nathan Cleary injury update & Tommy Dearden's future | RLI EP163
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL talking points. The team discuss the Warriors’ HIA controversy, Nathan Cleary’s foot injury, and the stories shaping the week in rugby league.Plus, Tommy Dearden’s future, a potential Luke Brooks move to the Cowboys, Manly’s Steve Han
Prelim Schedule MISTAKE? Luke Brooks’ Manly Exit & Knights’ Rise | RLIEP162
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Darcie McDonald to unpack the biggest NRL talking points.The team discuss Manly’s off-season coaching shake-up, Luke Brooks’ future at the Sea Eagles, and the Newcastle Knights’ remarkable rebuild.Plus, Warriors v Knights and Roosters v Sharks finals previews, the preliminary-fi
Luai’s Up Yours To The TIGERS! Josh Addo-Carr’s Future & Dolphins Finals Call | RLIEP161
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL finals talking points.The boys discuss Josh Addo-Carr’s future after his latest incident, whether Parramatta should stand by the Foxx, and the likely consequences ahead.Plus, Jarome Luai’s no-show at the Wests Tigers awards night, the
Who Wins Coach Of The Year? Cleary Foot Scare, Cowboys Crisis & Souths’ Big Call | RLIEP160
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford to unpack Nathan Cleary’s foot injury and Penrith’s push for a seventh straight preliminary final.Plus, the boys preview Knights v Warriors, debate the Coach of the Year race, assess the Cowboys’ disappointing finish against the Sharks, and discuss South Sydney’s future—including Lat
Nathan Cleary ESCAPES BAN, Panthers March On, Dolphins Dream & Finals Fallout | RLIEP159
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Darcie McDonald to unpack a huge opening weekend of the NRL finals.The team debates whether Nathan Cleary is facing a preliminary-final ban, breaks down Penrith’s win over the Roosters, and looks ahead to the Sharks v Roosters sudden-death clash.Plus, the Dolphins keep their dr
Panthers STRANGLE Roosters In Arm-Wrestle Thriller To Book Prelim Spot | RLIEP158
Live from the Hyde Park House pub — the Penrith Panthers have ground out another preliminary final berth in a scrappy arm-wrestle against the Roosters. Anthony Watmough and Sean O'Sullivan break down the Nathan Cleary charge-down controversy and his late injury scare, Blaize Talagi's redemption story, and Liam Martin's momentum-turning try. Plus, a preview of the Roosters' sudden-death clash with
Cowboys' Season ENDS: Sharks Grind Out Do-Or-Die Thriller | RLIEP156
Another team's premiership dream is over — the North Queensland Cowboys have been eliminated from the finals, going down 26-16 to the Cronulla Sharks in a hard-fought elimination final. Darcie, Simon Woolford and Toby Coachman break down the Cowboys' costly second-half errors, Sione Katoa's monster impact off the bench, Braden Trindade's shoulder scare, and what's next for both clubs heading into
Dolphins STUN Warriors In Epic Eliminator Final! | RLIEP156
A special finals edition of Rugby League Insider — the Dolphins have pulled off an epic upset over the Warriors in New Zealand to book a home preliminary final, in their first-ever finals series. Hoops, Craig Gower and Ryan Couchman break down Herbie Farnworth's match-winning heroics, Jack Bostock's rise from Origin debutant to finals hero, and what's next for Andrew Webster's Warriors. ⸻TIMESTAMP
Bunny Disaster! Knights BEAT Rabbitohs In Elimination FINAL | RLIEP155
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Brandon Savage Breaking down Knights win over Rabbitohs 📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you.☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode.⸻🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hoop
Rabbitohs Premiership Push, Herbie’s Future & World Cup Squads | RLIEP154
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.With Hoops away, Darcie and the team break down the opening week of the NRL finals, including South Sydney’s clash with Newcastle and why the Rabbitohs could be primed for a deep September run.Plus, the panel dives into rugby league’s goal-kicking problem, Souths’ contract priorities, Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker’s futu
Fullback SHOWDOWN! Who Gets The Fullback Jersey For The Kangaroos? Cleary's Future | RLIEP153
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough to unpack Darius Boyd’s appointment as Queensland Maroons coach, why Wayne Bennett’s influence still looms large, and whether the Bulldogs have lost their famous Dogs of War identity.Plus, the boys discuss South Sydney’s emotional charge into the finals, Latrell
'"He's Got My Number" Teddy Vs Latrell Saga HEATS UP! + Spencer's Future | RLIEP152
The NRL finals are here — and Rugby League Insider is all over the biggest stories of the week.Christian Nicolussi joins the panel to unpack Latrell Mitchell and James Tedesco trading barbs ahead of finals, Parramatta’s interest in Spencer Leniu, player movement mail, judiciary news, injury updates, the West Tigers’ season review and our predictions for the opening week of the finals.Plus, we talk
Mission Impossible: Sharks & Cowboys Making Up Numbers, Wahs Get Key Forward BACK | RLIEP151
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, brought to you by FanaticsTV.The NRL finals are here. The team previews a massive opening weekend, including South Sydney’s clash with Newcastle, the red-hot Dolphins travelling to face the Warriors, and Cronulla’s elimination final against North Queensland.They also unpack the Raiders’ season, Coby Black’s record-breaking debut, finals X-factors, and
September UP WE GO! Finals Footy Is Here | Coby Black's Debut & Munster Declines Storm Offer | RLIEP150
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.With the NRL finals here, Anthony Watmough and Darcie McDonald break down a huge opening weekend of footy. Can Penrith continue their dominant run against the Roosters? Are the Warriors or Dolphins the real danger in their blockbuster clash?The team also unpacks Spencer Leniu and Keaon Koloamatangi’s fiery clash, Cameron Mun
Are Souths Title SMOKEYS? Warriors’ Finals Edge & the Jarome Luai Fallout | RLIEP149
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi, Simon Woolford and Brandon Savage to break down South Sydney’s finals charge after their big win over the Roosters. Is Wayne Bennett’s side the biggest threat to Penrith?The team also tackles the Roosters’ rest strategy, the Warriors’ home-ground finals advantage, the Dolphins’
Dogs Computer Needs A REBOOT! Darius Boyd’s Maroons Mission & Can Souths Make a Run? | RLIEP148
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough to unpack Darius Boyd’s appointment as Queensland Maroons coach, why Wayne Bennett’s influence still looms large, and whether the Bulldogs have lost their famous Dogs of War identity.Plus, the boys discuss South Sydney’s emotional charge into the finals, Latrell
Bulldogs’ Reality Check, Hudson Young’s $1M PNG Call & Wildcard Finals Debate | RLIEP148
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald, Anthony Watmough to unpack the biggest rugby league stories of the week.The team rates the Bulldogs’ season, debates Brisbane’s rebuild and unpacks whether Hudson Young is worth $1 million to the PNG Chiefs. Plus, Mad Monday warnings, a potential NRL wildcard round, finals pr
Blaize On The OUTER, Roosters Rest Nine & Panthers’ Finals Call | RLIEP146
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest rugby league stories of the week.The team debates the Roosters’ decision to rest nine players against South Sydney, the Panthers’ approach to the final round and the minor premiership race with the Warriors. Plus, finals scheduling, Blaz
Tigers BLINDSIDED With Jarome's Day Off, Madge is Safe & Cleary's Dominance | RLIEP146
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Nathan Cleary’s Origin brilliance headlines a huge episode, as James Hooper, James Graham and Brandon “The Savage” look at the finals picture, Penrith’s resting call and the Warriors’ rise.They also unpack Jarome Luai’s controversial PNG trip, the Broncos’ “root and branch” review, Cronulla’s late-season
RIP Roosters, Gummy Sharks FALL APART + Madge’s Broncos Review EXPOSED | RLIEP145
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper, Anthony Watmough and the team unpack the NRL’s run into finals. The Sharks’ form slump has them searching for answers without Braydon Trindall, while the Dolphins make a serious September statement.They also discuss Papua New Guinea’s recruitment push, Nico Hynes’ defensive vulnerabilities,
Broncos Crisis Deepens, Dogs Rebuild & Luai’s Pepsi Problem | RLIEP142
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper and the team unpack a huge week in rugby league: Penrith’s statement win over the Bulldogs, the controversial no-try call, and why the Panthers look ready for September.They also dive into the Broncos’ latest Adam Reynolds–Michael Maguire drama, the club’s looming review, Manly’s dominant wi
"Madge Is DONE" | Broncos Performance Highlights TOXIC Environment | RLIEP141
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest rugby league stories of the week.The team debates whether Michael Maguire can survive at the Broncos after Adam Reynolds’ controversial omission, the NRL’s new kick-off rule, and the race to the finals. Plus, Panthers v B
Red Hill REVOLT | Broncos Fallout Continues | Storm Showdown & Dolphins-Roosters | RLIEP140
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald, Simon Woolford and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest rugby league stories of the week.The team dives into the Broncos’ Adam Reynolds retirement drama, Michael Maguire’s future, Payne Haas’ farewell and Reece Walsh’s social-media controversy. Plus, Broncos v Storm predictions, th
Broncos In Turmoil As Reece Walsh ‘Likes’ Instagram Post | RLIEP139
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Christian Nicollusi and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL stories heading into the business end of the season.The team goes deep on the Broncos’ mounting drama, including Adam Reynolds’ controversial farewell, Michael Maguire’s handling of the situation and Reece Walsh’s role in the fallout.T
Jacob Preston’s Bulldogs Deal, Adam Reynolds’ Broncos Farewell & Latrell’s Return | RLIEP138
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Matty and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest NRL stories heading into the business end of the season.The team discusses Jacob Preston’s looming long-term Bulldogs extension, Adam Reynolds being ruled out of Brisbane’s final games, and the Broncos’ root-and-branch review. They also break down Vict
Warriors Leapfrog to Top Spot, Tigers STUN Roosters & PNG Chiefs Land Joey Manu | RLIEP137
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Darcie McDonald to break down the Wests Tigers' boilover win over the Roosters, the Warriors' shock trip to the top of the table, breaking news on the PNG Chiefs' marquee signing, and all the big talking points from the weekend's footy!⸻📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion
Broncos Spoil Papa’s Party as Ryles Moon-landing Spray and Brimson Eyes PNG Move | RLIEP136
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider PodcastBrought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Brandon Savage to unpack a massive night of NRL action and the biggest stories across the game.The team breaks down Brisbane’s dramatic comeback to spoil Josh Papalii’s Canberra farewell and end the Raiders’ finals hopes. Plus, the Dolphins make it five straight to stay in the top
Sin Bin City! Panthers Survive Storm Chaos, PNG Debate & AJ Brimson’s Next Move | RLIEP135
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Choc Watmough and Brandon Savage to unpack a huge night of NRL action and the biggest stories across the game.The team breaks down Penrith’s win over Melbourne, the controversial sin bins and why the Panthers showed serious finals grit. Plus, the unsung workhorses every great s
Raiders Offer HUDSON $3.3 Million DEAL! Wayne To Save The Maroons | RLIEP134
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Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald, Matty Vautin and Brandon Savage to unpack the biggest rugby league stories of the week.The team debates whether Hudson Young is worth a reported $1.1 million per season, Wayne Bennett’s potential return as Maroons coach, and the Storm’s clash with the Panthers.
Who Are the Real Premiership Favourites? | Roosters Surge, Panthers Under Pressure & Bulldogs Crisis | RLIEP133
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Craig Gower, Christian Nicolussi and Brandon Savage to debate who the real premiership favourites are. The boys break down the Roosters’ statement win over Penrith, Nathan Cleary’s future, the Warriors’ top-four push, and whether the Bulldogs’ roster issues are starting to catch
Jetting To Penrith! Cleary Gets The Nod & Bronx DISASTER Season To Be Investigated | RLIEP132
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald and Brandon Savage re cap Friday night footy and more ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS3:06 - Cameron Smith Rejects Queensland Maroons Coaching Job8:30 - Jetting To Penrith19:15 - Breaking News: Immortal in waiting Cameron Smith has rejected it26:13 - Broncos Champs to Chumps4
NRL Finals Contenders & Pretenders | Luai Heat & Walsh Fullback Debate | RLI EP131
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast - NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Matty Vautin to break down Round 24, headlined by the Wests Tigers' latest slide, Jarome Luai's form, Benji Marshall's rebuild pressure and whether the Tigers have become a transit lounge rather than a destination club.Plus, the boys unpack the Reece Walsh v
DOGS OF SNORE! Season OVER For The Bulldogs, Where To NOW? | RLIEP129
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Simon Woolford and Brandon Savage re cap Friday night footy and more ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro03:57 - Dogs Season Over36:34 - Billy Slater QUITS Maroons44:37 - Manly Vs Phins52:20 - Chooks Complain About Mansour📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd lo
ROOSTERS GO TOP! Premiership Statement Against Penrith | RLIEP128
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Brandon Savage re cap Panther Vs Rooster & much more⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro02:00 - Roosters Vs Panthers39:00 - Manly Vs Dolphins Preview49:50 - Friday Fill U p52:30 - Broncos Madge Decision 📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? W
Sam Walker's PayDay AUDITION! Cleary's Future & Canberra's Fight To Keep Hudson | RLIEP128
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Darcie McDonald and Brandon Savage for another huge edition of Rugby League Insider. The team break down Adam Reynolds injury? The Panthers-Roosters minor premiership showdown, DCE’s potential Super League swansong, Canberra’s fight to keep Hudson Young, Jett Cleary Requests re
NO DEAL! Sam Walker REJECTS Roosters Contract Extension | RLIEP127
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro03:40 - Sam Walker 📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode.⸻🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with Jame
PNG's #008 TARGET! To'o Signs With The Chiefs & Corey's Surprise Landing Spot | RLIEP126
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro6:50 - Horse’s Contract Curveball11:08 - PNG Target 00820:56 - Bizza Joins Jarmome at PNG26:26 - Chooks Break the Curse 33:53 - Doggies Season on Line Against Souths 39:48 - The Hotline 50:28 - Knights Find Some Steel 58:19 - Comments📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion
Corey Horsburgh BLOW UP: Sticky Goes Nuclear On Big Red
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast - NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Matty Vautin to break down a massive Round 23, headlined by Ricky Stuart's public spray for Corey Horsburgh, Big Red's sin bin moment, and whether his Raiders future is now under serious pressure.Plus, the boys unpack the Panthers and Roosters top-eight race
Wahs BLITZ Panthers as September Comes Early ON FANTASTIC Friday | RLIEP124
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro01:48 - Up The Wahs Roll The Champs27:10 - Cock-A-Doodle-Do The Chooks Beat The Bulldogs56:00 - Super Saturday📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you co
Cowboys BOUNCE BACK | Roosters & Bulldogs Salary Cap Ploy & Metcalf REDEMPTION | RLI EP123
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro02:05 - Cowboys Off the Canvas31:54 - Metcalf In for Up the Wahs38:01 - Chooks Teddy Blow0:00 - The Hotline📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you could
NRL Expansion Heats Up! Will the Orcas Be a Success? + Preston Contract Drama | RLIEP122
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro03:45 – Breaking News: Jacob Preston contract latest18:47 – Up The Wahs: Warriors resurgence under Andrew Webster42:36 – Cowboys dead cat bounce?53:51 – Crystal Balling: Top 8 predictions55:46 – Comments & wrap-up📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd lov
Panther’s Stars Contract Dillema’s| Munster Back Just in Time For Perth Visit 🤔 | RLIEP121
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS01:49 – Friday Night Lights34:24 – Munster Back49:10 – Comments📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode.⸻🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rug
Matt King Named NSW Coach | Broncos' Madge Issue | Paulo's Future Takes Another Twist | RLIEP120
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro01:58 - Bears Hold up with Paulo17:00 – Lozball Officially Retires24:27 – Broncos Premiership Defence Up In Smoke37:03 – Indigenous Round44:23 – Fozball In Freeball47:45 – Comments📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby Le
Tigers Snatch Defeat From Victory & Dearden's Cowboys Call
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast - NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⸻⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Anthony Watmough joins RLI00:00 - Intro02:22 - Bulldogs, Roosters and finals race09:21 - Sharks statement and Souths run home16:48 - Tigers and Eels chaos22:50 - Tigers roster concerns25:05 - Twal to front row, Doueihi to lock?27:41 - Benji's communication call31:26 - Tigers heartbr
Warriors & Panthers FLEX Premiership Muscle | Super Saturday Review | RLIEP118
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro3:00 - Referee Chat07:31 – Up the Wahs14:20 – Panthers Pounce29:11 – Knights Rising36:50 - Sunday Preview47:15 – Wayne Blows Up📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voi
Bulldogs INTO THE 8! Storm Fall Out After Horror Season | RLIEP117
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS03:03 – Doggies Having a Top Eight Party29:40 – Phins Up for Finals 📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 6260Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode.⸻🎧 Listen on Sp
Roosters RAMPAGE! Chooks Put RECORD Score On The Cowboys | RLIEP116
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper, Anthony Watmough & Brandon Savage break down a massive week of rugby league, including the Roosters' premiership statement, Sam Walker's red-hot form, Dean Young's bold Dragons selection call, Friday night's finals-shaping clashes, and answer your questions in this week's comments segm
Dragon’s Recruitment WIN! Walker To Re-Sign & Cowboys Top 4 Push | RLIEP115
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Matty Vautin & Brandon Savage unpack the Dragons' impressive recruitment spree and what it means for their roster heading into 2027, before turning their attention to Sam Walker's optimism around the Roosters. They also debate Adam Doueihi's defensive struggles, discuss the latest
Benji & Doueihi Face The Media | Lozball's Blues Farewell | RLI EP114
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!
Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Craig Gower & Christian Nocolussi break down the Adam Doueihi SAGA ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro00:54 - Benji & Doueihi Front The Media28:43 – Lozball to Sign Off as Blues Coach46:51 – Roosters Eyeing Top Two Finish📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to
'Vaping In The Gym' West Tigers Toxic Culture EXPOSED | RLIEP113
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Anthony Watmough & Darcie McDonald break down the Adam Doueihi SAGA ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro01:37 – What's Doueihing at Wests Tigers?📞 INSIDER HOTLINEGot a question, opinion or hot take? We'd love to hear from you!Call the Rugby League Insider Hotline: ☎️ (02) 8001 626
Fatty’s Sam Walker Prediction, Doueihi Drama & Joey Johns Coaching NSW
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Paul "Fatty" Vautin and Matty Vautin for a huge Rugby League Insider, unpacking Adam Doueihi's Wests Tigers standoff, whether Perth or PNG could come calling, and why there may be more to the story than a simple positional switch.Plus, Fatty gives his take on Manly's Brookvale horror show, why the
Rock Bottom TIGERS | Benji & Doueihi Feud EXPOSED As Tigers Get Milked in Canberra | RLIEP111
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Simon Woolford, Christian Nicolussi & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro00:58 – RAIDERS DRIVE NAIL INTO TIGER TOWN30:14 – DOGS HAVING A PARTY AGAINST WAHS41:48 – COWBOYS RE
Steel City Fight | Brown & Lucas Down, Ponga Returns & Storm Done⭐ | RLIEP110
🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Simon Woolford & Darcie McDonald as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro01:04 – Chooks Win a Knightmare14:26 – Latest Tales from Tiger Town12:45 – Bunnies End Storm Season45:12 - Super Saturda
