Episodes

• 2021

• Round 14: State of Origin preview: Gus worried about NSW

  Ahead of the State of Origin series opener, Phil Gould and James Bracey break down the big issues set to decide the Townsville blockbuster, from the referees to the ‘gentlemen’s agreement’ and the coaching set to play a defining role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  June 7, 2021

  40 min

• Round 13: Gus tackles Origin curveball for NSW

  Ahead of NRL Round 13 and the start of the State of Origin series, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the unique challenge ahead for the Blues with the first two games to be played in enemy territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  June 2, 2021

  50 min

• Round 12: Gus’ astonishing long lunch with Ricky Stuart

  Ahead of the NRL’s Indigenous Round, Phil Gould recalls his favourite Bob Fulton yarns from the Super League War and lifts the lid on an incredible long lunch with Ricky Stuart as he weighs in on the Raiders’ latest dramas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  May 26, 2021

  57 min

• Round 11: Gus’ concern with NRL’s concussion reaction

  Following the NRL’s controversial crackdown during Magic Round, Phil Gould airs concerns with the direction the game is headed. He also has some advice for Blues coach Brad Fittler about a key selection for Origin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  May 19, 2021

  46 min

• Round 10: Gus backs Madge’s controversial changes

  Ahead of the NRL’s Magic Round, Phil Gould gives his support to Michael Maguire’s controversial Wests Tigers team changes and backs Kyle Flanagan to bounce back after the young halfback’s brutal benching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  May 12, 2021

  60 min

• Round 9: Gus explains why Raiders have fallen

  Round 9: Ahead of NRL Round 9 Phil Gould and Mat Thompson discuss the crisis engulfing the Raiders and speculate about who the first big signings for the NRL’s 17th club will be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  May 5, 2021

  47 min

• Round 8: Gus urges caution on conference system

  Ahead of NRL Round 8 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the NRL’s proposed conference system, with Gus explaining why such a radical shift for the competition shouldn’t be rushed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  April 28, 2021

  53 min

• Round 7: Gus’ biggest problem with NRL sex tape

  Ahead of NRL Round 7 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the latest NRL sex tape scandal and the big judiciary news, with Latrell Mitchell failing to get his charge downgraded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  April 21, 2021

  44 min

• Round 6: Gus weighs in on Sharks coach saga

  Ahead of NRL Round 6 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss Cronulla’s coach saga and the potential for Craig Bellamy to be the icing on the cake for the Sharks as well as all Gus’ tips for the round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  April 13, 2021

  50 min

• Round 5: The unlikely player who had Gus texting Bellamy

  Ahead of NRL Round 5 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the Warriors’ plans for the newly announced trans-Tasman travel bubble, how the NRL’s new 18th man rule will play out and the player who sparked a shared love from Gus and Craig Bellamy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  April 7, 2021

  50 min

• Round 4: Is the NRL’s 18th man rule set to be exploited?

  Ahead of NRL Round 4, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the merits of the 18th man brought in by the NRL as a concussion substitute and delve into State of Origin eligibility after Jason Taumalolo pushed his case to play for Queensland. Gus also gives all his tips for the Easter weekend of NRL action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  March 31, 2021

  50 min

• Round 3: Gus fired up over Dally M farce

  Ahead of NRL Round 3, Phil Gould and James Bracey delve into the ongoing Dally M Medal voting controversy, with Gus firing up about the inadequacies of the current system. They also discuss the NRL’s new concussion protocols and Gus gives his tips for Round 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  March 24, 2021

  48 min

• Round 2: NRL desperately needs system to help trapped players

  Ahead of NRL Round 2, Phil Gould and James Bracey look at the case of Panthers player Matt Burton and examine an alternative system that would ensure the development of good young players isn’t stifled by lost years in reserve grade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  March 17, 2021

  51 min

• Round 1: Can player's bodies keep up with rule changes?

  Ahead of the first game of the NRL season, Phil Gould and James Bracey examine the sacrifices the Warriors are making to keep the competition going, whether players bodies can keep up with the recent rule changes, is rushing teen prodigies into the NRL stifling their development, and of course who are the tips to win in the first round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  March 10, 2021

  46 min
• 2020

• State of Origin decider preview

  In the last episode for 2020 Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss how a sellout game at Suncorp Stadium and a poor track record in deciders puts NSW on the back foot for the State of Origin on Wednesday. But a strong bench, dominant forwards and Nathan Cleary's kicking game could see them take out the competition.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  November 16, 2020

  38 min

• State of Origin game 2 preview

  In this week’s Origin special, Phil Gould and James Bracey break down Queensland’s surprise victory in Game 1 and what changes NSW must make to force a decider. Also up for discussion: the difference between Origin football and club football, Boyd Cordner’s ongoing concussion issues, Brad Fittler’s toughest challenge and the perils of ignoring the Wayne Bennett factor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  November 9, 2020

  44 min

• State of Origin game 1 preview

  In this week's episode, Phil Gould tells James Bracey that the ‘game will be won in the first 20 minutes’ ahead of Wednesday night’s game 1 clash at Adelaide Oval. The host breakdown all the crucial matchups from Queensland’s halves combination of Daly Cherry-Evans and Cameron Munster versus NSW’s young guns Nathan Cleary and Luke Keary, the strength of both benches and the return of Wayne Bennett as Maroons coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  November 2, 2020

  40 min

• Grand Final week: Is this Cameron Smith’s last game?

  In this special edition, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss all things grand final between the Melbourne Storm vs Penrith Panthers from the strengths and vulnerabilities of both sides, how wet weather may affect the game and Cameron Smith’s illustrious career. The host also weigh in on the Dally M Medal debacle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  October 20, 2020

  41 min

• Finals week 3: Defensive mettle vs offensive prowess

  In this week’s instalment, Phil Gould and James Bracey preview the upcoming preliminary finals and the narrow margin between premiership success or season failure. They also discuss all the major headlines leading up to Origin 2020 from the unpredictability of Wayne Bennett, the return of Boyd Cordner and Luke Keary to the impact of Clint Gutherson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  October 14, 2020

  41 min

• Finals week 2: The secret formula behind the four favourites

  In the second week of finals Phil Gould and James Bracey tackle the balance between attack and defence, discuss the winning ways of the top four teams and ruminate on what it takes to conquer finals footy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  October 7, 2020

  44 min