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The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana and Alafau, describe the sold-out Samoa-Tonga match at Parramatta as an electric, family-filled occasion with a rare level of fan passion and cultural pride. They argue the Samoa-Tonga matchup warrants more regular promotion, with Alafau calling for an annual tri-series and suggesting the event could fill major stadiums. Alafau singles out big defensive hits and the impact of the opening exchanges, while both hosts praise the intensity and desperate goal-line defense in the main game. The hosts debate the Kiwis supporters’ mixed flags at a march, with Tana arguing organizers should coordinate around one flag and Alafau defending supporters’ ability to express different heritages. They criticize the bunker’s disallowed Lebanon try against France and discuss how the reversal changed the emotional finish of a close game. Alafau praises Tonga’s pack and attacking threats, while crediting Samoa’s scramble defense and identifying missed opportunities and kicking as decisive factors in the 20-18 result. They discuss the uneven standard across the World Cup, pointing to NRL experience, domestic competition strength, pathways, and national pride as factors behind large score gaps. Ahead of the semifinals, they weigh the Kiwis-Tonga matchup and debate whether Tonga can upset Australia, including concerns about the Kangaroos’ selections and attack.

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana and Stacey, talk about week 1 of the Rugby League World Cup, the Kiwis' narrow loss to the Kangaroos, and the emergence of Tonga and Toa Samoa. The boys analyse the latest in rugby league, including World Cup highlights, team performances, and the sport's cultural significance for Polynesian players. We also explore the growth of international rugby league and strategic insights for upcoming matches.

The Usos from the Weswes Network Tana, Stacey and Simon give out the kaea Kele and All Eyez on Me Awards for the week and discuss the results for the NRL Preliminary Finals. They review the Roosters' defeat of the Dolphins and the Knights' shocking defeat of the Panthers, including the hip drop on Nathan Cleary, which broke Cleary's ankle and sent Phoenix Crossland off. They discuss recent selections for Toa Samoa and Ronaldo Mulitalo getting hate for choosing to play for the Kiwis. For more WesWes Network podcasts, see their website for more info: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweswes.com/

It's a sad week for the Usos from the Weswes Network: Tana, Stacey, and Bobby, as their team the NZ Warriors, go down against the Newcastle Knights on the weekend, eliminating the Warriors from the NRL Finals Footy. On this episode, the Usos go through the game and give their opinions on what went wrong for the Warriors and react to the aftermath. For more WesWes Network podcasts, see their website for more info: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network Tana and Bobby give out awards for the best and worst moments in the last week of the NRL, then they react to Week 1 of the NRL Finals Series, including the NZ Warriors' loss to the Dolphins, then they preview Week 2 of the Finals Series. Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana, Stacey and Bob, give out Kaea Kele and All Eyez on Me Awards, including Sky TV, which cut away to a betting ad break during Jai Arrow's 100th cap tribute. Then the boys discuss each team competing in Finals Footy in the NRL. Then the boys talk through the chances of the NZ Warriors making the Grand Final and winning the Premiership. They also discuss the implications should the Warriors play at Eden Park. Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana, Simon, and Roger, give their Kaea Kele and All Eyez on Me Awards before they dive into the week's NRL news, including the Brisbane Broncos stuffing up their send-off to Payne Haas and Adam Reynolds. Roger gives insight into the Manly Sea Eagles season and what to look forward to next year; the boys discuss Jai Arrow and his final tributes, getting him to 100 NRL caps Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana, Stace, and Bobby discuss their team, the NZ Warriors, and their recent demolition of the Brisbane Broncos. They talk about the Wahs' success and their chances of winning their first-ever NRL Premiership

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana and Simon, give out the All Eyez On Me and Kaea Kele Awards for Round 21 of the NRL Season, then the boys discuss the Broncos' season and the NZ Warriors' loss to the Bulldogs. The boys give their picks for the starting lineup for Toa Samoa in this year's Rugby League World Cup and give props to Full Back Sua Fa'alogo for his stellar season. Check out the Weswes Network website here: ⁠https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana and Stacey, give out Kaea Kele and All Eyez on Me Awards for Round 18 of the NRL Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network Tana and Bobby give out Kaea Kele and All Eyez On Me Awards for round 16, they discuss the NRL blocking Israel Folau's return, and talk about State of Origin game 2 and the players that have improved and didnt, they go through games in round 16 including the NZ Warriors win over the Cowboys in Christchurch and Manly Sea-Eagles and Penrith Panthers suffering surprise losses. Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana & Stace, give out Kaea Kele and All Eyez On Me Awards for Round 14 of the NRL. They discuss former Warriors Manu Vatuvei and turning his life around in the sport of boxing, they discuss Waikato Rugby League cancelling kids' games due to parents fighting on the sidelines, and they acknowledge Kane Evans coming out on a podcast recently. Then the boys preview the State of Origin game 2 and the selections for NSW and Queensland. They discuss the Manly Sea-Eagles and Foz Ball, and touch on the Broncos going downhill. Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the Weswes Network, Tana and Simon, give out Kaea Kele and All Eyez On Me Awards for Round 13 of the NRL and discuss the sending off of Kalyn Ponga in Origin Game 1. Then the boys preview game 2 and discuss who will play and who will be dropped. Then they discuss the match between Penrith Panthers and the NZ Warriors, which was a classic.Check out the Weswes Network website here: https://www.theweswes.com/

The Usos from the, Weswes Network Tana, Stace and Bobby discuss Magic Round in Brisbane and the Wahs fans taking over Suncorp Stadium, Stace reports on the atmosphere at Suncorp. Then the boys discuss State of Origin and react to the teams naming. Then the boys preview this weeks matches

The Usos from the Weswes Network Tana, Stace and Simon present THE 135 FOOTY SHOW podcast and give out their awards for round 10 in the NRL, they talk about the news the NZ Warriors have let Luke Metcalf look around for a new club, they talk about the Eels vs Cowboys match where a penalty was called at Golden Point after a drop goal was made and then the boys discuss the 6-again rule and how its made the game faster but causing blowout scorelines as a negative. Then the boys discuss this week's magic round and update us on NRL Fantasy.