Rugby League Insider with James Hooper

Dragons TARGET Bostock | Rugby League World Cup Preview & Cleary’s Contract Call | RLIEP181 Oct 14, 2026 1:10:24 🏉 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 Oct 11, 2026 59:31 🏉 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 Oct 5, 2026 37:14 🏉 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 Oct 3, 2026 51:58 Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kangaroo Selection Shock: Kevin Walters Squad Early Mail | RLIEP177 Oct 1, 2026 1:00:07 🏉 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 Oct 1, 2026 1:05:15 🏉 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 Sep 30, 2026 1:07:45 🏉 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 Sep 29, 2026 56:34 🏉 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 Sep 28, 2026 49:12 🏉 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 Sep 27, 2026 36:24 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 Sep 25, 2026 33:51 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 Sep 25, 2026 55:10 🏉 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 Sep 23, 2026 1:00:36 🏉 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 Sep 23, 2026 1:09:06 🏉 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 Sep 22, 2026 1:12:31 🏉 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 Sep 21, 2026 48:36 🏉 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 Sep 20, 2026 24:56 Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cronulla CRUMBLE! Rooster Get Through To The PRELIM | RLIEP164 Sep 19, 2026 23:34 Head to www.fanatics.tv for more insights & banter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warriors HIA DRAMA! Nathan Cleary injury update & Tommy Dearden's future | RLI EP163 Sep 18, 2026 55:17 🏉 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 Sep 17, 2026 1:00:30 🏉 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 Sep 16, 2026 42:38 🏉 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 Sep 15, 2026 1:01:10 🏉 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 Sep 14, 2026 53:28 🏉 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 Sep 13, 2026 26:27 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 Sep 12, 2026 25:24 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 Sep 12, 2026 24:37 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 Sep 11, 2026 32:14 🏉 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 Sep 11, 2026 55:30 🏉 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 Sep 10, 2026 57:31 🏉 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 Sep 9, 2026 1:04:13 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 Sep 8, 2026 1:08:38 🏉 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 Sep 7, 2026 56:23 🏉 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 Sep 5, 2026 1:00:04 🏉 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 Sep 4, 2026 41:17 🏉 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 Sep 3, 2026 56:35 🏉 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 Sep 2, 2026 56:10 🏉 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 Sep 1, 2026 1:00:22 🏉 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 Aug 31, 2026 55:29 🏉 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 Aug 29, 2026 1:00:03 🏉 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 Aug 27, 2026 44:11 🏉 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 Aug 27, 2026 1:05:31 🏉 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 Aug 26, 2026 1:00:19 🏉 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 Aug 25, 2026 1:02:09 🏉 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 Aug 24, 2026 1:01:36 🏉 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 Aug 21, 2026 57:37 🏉 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 Aug 21, 2026 1:03:00 🏉 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 Aug 20, 2026 58:58 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast — now 7 days a week! 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 Aug 19, 2026 1:11:03 🏉 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 Aug 18, 2026 1:14:09 🏉 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 Aug 17, 2026 1:00:07 🏉 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 Aug 15, 2026 57:32 🏉 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 Aug 14, 2026 1:00:46 🏉 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 Aug 13, 2026 47:05 🏉 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 Aug 12, 2026 47:01 🏉 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 Aug 11, 2026 1:04:27 🏉 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 Aug 10, 2026 58:51 🏉 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 Aug 7, 2026 58:27 🏉 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 Aug 7, 2026 1:04:15 🏉 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 Aug 6, 2026 59:34 🏉 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 Aug 5, 2026 51:41 🏉 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 Aug 4, 2026 54:46 🏉 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 Aug 3, 2026 58:50 🏉 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 Aug 1, 2026 54:31 🏉 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 Aug 1, 2026 53:54 🏉 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 Jul 31, 2026 1:02:17 🏉 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 Jul 30, 2026 52:54 🏉 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 Jul 29, 2026 1:09:05 🏉 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 Jul 28, 2026 52:58 🏉 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 Jul 27, 2026 1:06:53 🏉 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 Jul 26, 2026 59:47 🏉 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 Jul 25, 2026 52:08 🏉 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

Doueihi Walks Out, Drama at Tiger Town + Panthers Survive Eels Scare | RLIEP109 Jul 24, 2026 53:47 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Anthony Watmough & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro02:14 – Shit Show in Tiger Town40:39 – Panthers Win Battle of the West50:22 – Cha Ching Chiefs (Munster, PNG & Loma

Munster PNG BOMBSHELL Halfback Merry-Go-Round Heats Up | RLIEP108 Jul 23, 2026 1:03:43 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Matty Vautin & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS04:58 - Show Me The Munny: Munster in Talk with PNG 32:39 – Bears Posted Wide37:58 – Cleary's Next Move35:30 – Augustus Pushes Joe

Bunnies DECIMATED! Souths' Season Unravelling & Seibold VS Chammas Comes To a Head | RLIEP107 Jul 22, 2026 1:11:49 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Christian Nicolussi & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS02:38 – Bunnies Decimated: Souths' season unravelling?14:33 – Everyone Hates the Broncos: Todd Payten fires the first shot29:10 -

Roosters DCE Gamble, Dragons Bright Future & Turbo’s Crash Landing | RLIEP106 Jul 21, 2026 1:08:45 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Darcie McDonald & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS04:09 – Breaking: DCE to Play On with Roosters17:12 – Chiefs Chasing Joey Manu31:17 – Dragons Lock In Dean Young40:30 – Bulldogs Six

Tigers in TROUBLE! Twal’s Blow-Up Exposes Wests’ Big Problem Jul 20, 2026 1:04:45 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast, brought to you by FanaticsTV.James Hooper is joined by Anthony Watmough and Matty Vautin to break down a fiery weekend of rugby league, headlined by Alex Twal's sin-bin moment and what it says about the frustration, passion and direction of the Wests Tigers.Plus, the panel unpacks Manly's injury crisis after Tom Trbojevic goes down again, the Titans'

Red V RAGE! Damien Cook Blows Up About Referees + The Luai Effect | RLIEP104 Jul 19, 2026 53:19 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Simon Woolford & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro04:00 – RED V RAGE AS WAHS WIN AGAIN18:39 – GREEN MACHINE ROLL SOUTHS30:15 – BULLDOGS BURY TIGERS34:45 – ROUND 20 PREVIE

Storm Season OVER! Sharks Solidify Top 4 Spot | RLIEP103 Jul 18, 2026 1:00:01 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Simon Woolford & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro03:22 – Sharks Circling the Top Four24:43 – Rugby League Insider Hotline41:01 – Roosters End the Storm's Season55:03 – R

Reece Walsh & Broncos STUN Panthers To Ignite Late Finals CHARGE | RLIEP102 Jul 17, 2026 1:02:40 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK! Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Anthony Watmough & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS02:16 – Broncos Find a Pulse! Reece Walsh inspires upset over Panthers42:00 - Friday Fill up43:16 – Insider Hotline & Viewer Qu

Luai SPEAKS! Plus, Ivan turns down Blues, and Ryles defends decision | RLI EP101 Jul 16, 2026 53:10 🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast – NOW 7 DAYS A WEEK!Brought to you by FanaticsTV.Join James Hooper, Matty Vautin & Brandon Savage as they break down the biggest talking points, breaking news, rumours and opinions from across the NRL.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Start01:30 - Luai Press Conference24:00 - Lomax to Chiefs27:04 - Ryles defends decision42:08 - Ivan says no to Blues⸻📞 INSIDER H

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