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🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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, or will Trent Robinson’s star-studded Roosters claim the premiership? Plus, the Roosters’ academy and recruitment power, Herbie Farnworth’s future, Jason Ryles’ Eels extension, Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell at South Sydney, Matt Burton, Bradman Best and grand final predictions. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 2:15 — Dally M Awards: voting transparency and the big calls 8:35 — Newcastle’s remarkable grand final run 10:00 — Dally M stories and Mark Nawaqanitawase 15:00 — Old-school Rothmans and Dally M after-party yarns 22:30 — Lachlan Galvin, Wests Tigers and Gus Gould 26:15 — Newcastle’s finals road and why they believe 27:55 — Roosters v Knights grand final preview 35:10 — Trent Robinson, Justin Holbrook and the coaching battle 37:30 — Grand final predictions: Roosters or Newcastle? 39:30 — Nick Politis, the Roosters academy and club culture 46:20 — Herbie Farnworth and the Roosters’ recruitment power 50:00 — Jason Ryles and Parramatta’s extension talks 52:30 — Cody Walker, Latrell Mitchell and South Sydney’s future 57:30 — Matt Burton, Bradman Best and player movement 60:00 — Grand final plans and final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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 to be cleared, the Roosters’ key selection calls, Newcastle’s defensive heroes, Adam Gee’s grand final appointment, Dally M predictions, and the coaching cases for Justin Holbrook, Andrew Webster and more. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 5:49 — Phoenix Crossland’s ban and Nathan Cleary injury fallout 8:00 — Crossland’s response and Newcastle’s grand final preparations 12:00 — Judiciary stories and grand final precedents 24:30 — Connor Watson’s concussion call and Roosters selection dilemma 32:23 — Newcastle fever: the city’s grand final buzz 36:00 — Knights’ defensive heroics and why they can challenge the Roosters 41:14 — Roosters team preview: Reece Robson, depth and key match-ups 48:35 — Adam Gee appointed grand final referee 53:20 — Dally M predictions: can Nathan Cleary win from hospital? 58:42 — Coach of the Year debate: Holbrook, Webster, Bennett and Ivan Cleary 64:20 — Captain of the Year: Kalyn Ponga’s Newcastle transformation 67:18 — Final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 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 impact, the Roosters’ dangerous attack, Daly Cherry-Evans’ influence, team selection calls, and predictions for the weekend’s biggest match. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 1:58 — Newcastle’s incredible grand final run 5:46 — Phoenix Crossland tackle, Nathan Cleary injury and hip-drop debate 17:08 — Justin Holbrook’s impact and Newcastle’s belief 28:40 — Roosters preview: Mark Nawaqanitawase, forward pack and key match-ups 35:35 — Roosters’ selection dilemmas: Connor Watson and Spencer Leniu 40:15 — Daly Cherry-Evans, Sam Walker and the grand final records on the line 43:17 — Viewer questions: Cleary, Crossland and Penrith’s finals exit 54:22 — Ivan Cleary’s selection calls and final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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 ahead to a blockbuster Grand Final between the fairytale Knights and the star-studded Sydney Roosters. Plus, Sandon Smith’s breakout performance, Newcastle’s game plan to expose the Roosters, Justin Holbrook’s inside knowledge, DCE’s premiership chance, and why the Hunter region is fully behind the Knights. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Newcastle’s stunning 12-man win over Penrith 1:54 — Where the Knights’ comeback ranks among great finals wins 3:20 — How Newcastle exposed Penrith’s edge defence 5:48 — The Knights’ fairytale run and the Newcastle fan wave 9:08 — Phoenix Crossland’s send-off and Nathan Cleary’s injury 18:58 — Did Penrith get their selection calls wrong? 20:27 — Panthers’ edge defence, leadership and late-game errors 23:06 — Sandon Smith’s quick tap and the defining moments 26:00 — Newcastle’s resilience and belief heading into the Grand Final 30:00 — How the Knights can target the Roosters’ defence 31:12 — Roosters v Dolphins and Justin Holbrook’s inside knowledge 33:52 — Can Newcastle win it after last year’s wooden spoon? 36:42 — Grand Final odds, pressure and the Roosters’ strike power 41:58 — Why the Knights have nothing to lose 43:10 — Phoenix Crossland referred straight to the judiciary 46:10 — Does DCE deserve to finish with another premiership? 48:05 — Final Grand Final predictions and wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, and where it all went wrong for Ivan Cleary's Panthers. Plus, a preview of next week's decider against the Roosters. ⸻ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Newcastle's Incredible 12-Man Miracle 00:55 - Choc & Sutto React To History 01:58 - Comparing This To Rugby League's Bravest Performances 03:10 - How The Knights Out-Panthered The Panthers 04:12 - Kalyn Ponga's Captain's Performance 05:38 - Cleary's Injury Twist 07:21 - Warren's Bold Grand Final Prediction 09:13 - Shades Of '97 And 2001 12:24 - Newcastle's Forward Pack: The Unsung Heroes 13:12 - Gagai's Inspirational Farewell-Season Form 14:02 - Were Penrith Ever The Deserved Favourites? 16:24 - Ad Break 16:54 - How Much Does This Win Take Out Of Them? 20:55 - Cleary's Costly Coaching Calls Under Scrutiny 24:35 - Panthers' Bench Carnage Explained 27:18 - Sam Smith's Pivotal Quick Tap 28:09 - Penrith's Injury Toll: Brown, Suli, Mooney 29:04 - Average Joes vs The Purple Cobras 30:04 - How Newcastle Can Trouble The Roosters 33:21 - Sutton's Grand Final Tip 35:21 - Outro: Average Joes All The Way ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper ⸻ 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, reaction to the Dolphins' season ending short, breaking news on George Williams' move to the Dragons, and a preview of Sunday's Panthers-Knights blockbuster. ⸻ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Roosters Into The Grand Final: C**k-A-Doodle-Doo! 01:03 - Simon Woolford's Instant Reaction 02:05 - Sean O'Sullivan Breaks Down The Result 03:24 - DCE & Sam Walker's Statement Combination 06:48 - Izzy Katoa's Ugly Head-Slam Tackle 09:14 - Victor Radley's Lucky Judiciary History 09:58 - Bunker Chaos: Osako's Try Controversy 14:10 - Marky Mark's Man-Of-The-Match Masterclass 16:56 - The Numbers: Marky Mark's 313m Game 19:07 - What This Grand Final Means For Robbo & The Roosters 20:56 - Reece Robson's Rise Under Robinson 22:21 - Breaking: Connor Watson OUT Of The Grand Final 23:09 - Ad Break 24:08 - Connor Watson HIA Category Bombshell Explained 24:46 - Dolphins' Gutsy Season Ends Short 27:16 - Is This The Dolphins' Ceiling Or Just The Start? 30:09 - Breaking: George Williams Set For Dragons Move 30:34 - Previewing Panthers v Knights 33:19 - Outro & Grand Final Preview ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper ⸻ 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 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 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 Sydney future, Harry Grant’s Melbourne contract situation, Victor Radley’s career-best season, and a preview of Dolphins v Roosters. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 2:24 — Raiders news: Tom Starling, Matt Nicholson and the hooker puzzle 5:03 — Christian Wolff’s boxing stories and the contract market heats up 7:38 — Raiders roster update and Matt Nicholson’s extension 10:30 — Penrith’s secret training setup and Nathan Cleary update 17:36 — Panthers’ big four: Cleary, Yeo, Martin and Leota contract talks 22:50 — Latrell Mitchell’s South Sydney future and Perth links 37:20 — Harry Grant’s Melbourne Storm future 45:20 — Victor Radley’s fitness overhaul and Roosters future 49:28 — Dolphins v Roosters preview, tips and finals wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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 premiership credentials, Newcastle’s fairytale run, South Sydney’s roster shake-up under Wayne Bennett, Latrell Mitchell’s future, and the Titans’ looming contract calls. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 1:20 — Vale Angry Anderson and Jai Arrow’s inspiring tribute night 8:45 — NRL v AFL: Grand Final entertainment and the big-game build-up 14:30 — Greatest preliminary-final comebacks and finals memories 24:50 — Finals preview: can the Panthers be stopped? 28:00 — Newcastle’s game plan and the challenge of beating Penrith 35:10 — Kalyn Ponga’s form, leadership and Knights resurgence 40:15 — Penrith’s edge defence under the microscope 45:20 — South Sydney’s roster overhaul and Payne Haas 50:00 — Latrell Mitchell, Wayne Bennett and Souths’ culture 55:10 — Titans contract pressure and the next big-money call 59:40 — Final predictions and wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 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 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 Walker’s South Sydney futures, Nathan Cleary’s fitness ahead of Penrith’s showdown with Newcastle, and make their finals predictions. Plus, the Warriors’ straight-sets exit, the Ashley Klein controversy, contract news, team updates and a look ahead to the weekend’s biggest matches. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 4:20 — Dolphins vs Roosters preliminary-final preview 8:45 — Dolphins’ roster, Herbie Farnworth and contract implications 15:15 — Roosters team selection: Sam Walker, Hugo Savala and Billy Smith 20:15 — Herbie Farnworth vs Robert Toia: key edge match-ups 26:10 — Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker’s South Sydney futures 41:20 — Nathan Cleary fitness update and Penrith’s kicking game 52:20 — Panthers vs Knights preview and finals predictions 58:20 — Warriors’ exit, Ashley Klein and the refereeing debate 65:15 — Final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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, Ashley Klein’s axing, the Broncos’ “root and branch” review, the Bulldogs’ disappointing season, coaches under pressure, Cronulla’s missing X-factor and Paul Gallen’s boxing return. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider with Phil “Buzz” Rothfield 3:20 — Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker’s Souths contract drama 20:50 — Newcastle Knights: from wooden spoon to preliminary final 27:00 — Dally M awards and Nathan Cleary’s foot injury 32:11 — Ashley Klein axed after Knights v Warriors controversy 35:20 — Is the six-again rule hurting finals crowds? 40:37 — Broncos’ root-and-branch review: what does it mean for Michael Maguire? 51:09 — Bulldogs’ dramatic slide from top four to 12th 55:09 — Coaches under pressure heading into 2027 58:10 — Bulldogs coaching staff and the Jason Taylor situation 1:07:40 — Cronulla’s X-factor problem 1:09:20 — Paul Gallen v Nelson: boxing return announced 1:12:10 — Final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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 tips for the weekend’s biggest matches. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 1:30 — Knights defeat Warriors: finals reaction 4:05 — Warriors vs Knights refereeing controversy 7:30 — Warriors’ season review and what’s next 10:45 — Panthers vs Knights preliminary-final preview 15:55 — Bunker calls and injury updates 23:40 — Roosters vs Sharks finals recap 27:30 — Roosters vs Dolphins matchup preview 36:30 — Cronulla’s fifth straight finals exit 40:15 — Sharks roster, recruitment and Nico Hynes 44:25 — What Cronulla need to change 45:50 — Final predictions and wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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🏉 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 Hansen appointment, team updates, and a look ahead to the weekend’s biggest matches. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 1:52 — Warriors HIA numbers and James Fisher-Harris scrutiny 13:33 — Warriors, Eden Park and the Newcastle clash 23:32 — Nathan Cleary’s foot injury and recovery plan 35:58 — Tommy Dearden’s Cowboys future 40:40 — Luke Brooks to North Queensland? 43:00 — Steve Hansen joins Manly 46:00 — Christian Wolff, Dolphins culture and Tonga stories 53:47 — Sudden-death finals weekend preview and wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏉 Welcome to The Rugby League Insider Podcast Brought 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-final schedule, Jerome Luai’s West Tigers awards-night absence, contract news and the stories shaping the week in rugby league. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Welcome to Rugby League Insider 2:39 — Preliminary-finals schedule locked in 4:30 — Peter V’landys and the NRL landscape 6:00 — West Tigers advertise for a defensive coach 6:59 — Manly’s coaching shake-up 8:49 — Luke Brooks set to leave Manly? 12:25 — Tom Starling linked to the Sea Eagles 15:00 — Manly’s junior pathways problem 19:18 — Newcastle’s rebuild and the Dylan Brown deal 22:40 — Warriors v Knights finals preview and predictions 38:31 — Roosters v Sharks: Trindall’s shoulder and key match-ups 44:39 — Jerome Luai snubs the West Tigers awards night 59:35 — Final wrap-up 📞 INSIDER HOTLINE Got a question, opinion or hot take? We’d love to hear from you. ☎️ (02) 8001 6260 Leave us a voicemail and you could feature on an upcoming episode. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: Rugby League Insider with James Hooper 🔥 FANATICS CLUBHOUSE Join the Fanatics Clubhouse for exclusive sports content, live show invites, member-only discounts, sports tours, giveaways and bar shout perks throughout the year. No spam — just quality updates delivered straight to your inbox twice a week. 👉 Join now: fanatics.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.