Episodes
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League Legend Garry Schofield OBE to discuss how close the competition is, how John Asiata can help Hull FC and who could be there next coach. They also discuss how Lewis Dodd can crack the NRL and preview this weekend's match-ups. 
Published 05/07/24
Published 05/07/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the Jason Demetriou's departure at South Sydney, which Super League coaches could be in the running and whether St Helens scrum-half Lewis Dodd could fix the embattled clubs problems next season and who Saints should target to if Dodd departs. They also discuss names that have been touted to take over at Hull FC following their unsuccessful attempt to poach Salford coach Paul Rowley, Leon...
Published 04/30/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the reports around Hull FC trying to sign Salford coach Paul Rowley. They also discuss Ryan Hall's decision to return to Leeds next season, Tex Hoy signing with Castleford and the England v France fixture being confirmed. Martyn also discusses his proposal to restore the magic in the Challenge Cup and whether Will Pryce could get a shot at Newcastle following Kalyn Ponga's injury. 
Published 04/23/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Hull FC parting ways with Tony Smith, Tex Hoy and Fa'amanu Brown in a bid to salvage their season. They also discuss FC's appointment of Richie Myler as Director of Rugby, Warrington and Huddersfield's Challenge Cup wins and Joey Manu's defection to Japanese Rugby. They also discuss Tara Jones becoming the first female official to referee a professional senior match in the Northern...
Published 04/16/24
In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results, the drama unfolding at South Sydney and whether they will be able to poach Sam Burgess from Warrington. They also preview this weekend's Challenge Cup Quarter Final matches, discuss rumours around Hull FC shopping Tex Hoy to Super League clubs and the importance of Wigan re-signing superstar Bevan French. 
Published 04/09/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results including whether Hull KR are contenders or pretenders, the Saints impressive win over the premiers and the prospect of an NRL Europe competition. They also discuss the International Rugby League meeting taking place in Singapore in two weeks, the NRL's record breaking attendance and the expansion of the NRLW to 12 teams next year. 
Published 04/02/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League Great Garry Schofield OBE to discuss whether the Challenge Cup has lost its aura, poor attendances and what needs fixing at Hull FC. They also discuss the proposed Championship broadcasting deal, the injury casualty ward in the NRL and the controversy surrounding the Wests Tigers playing at Leichardt Oval. 
Published 03/26/24
In this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results, Scotland and Ireland losing their membership with IRL meaning they will not be eligible for the next World Cup and what is going wrong with Hull FC. They also discuss the financial troubles that are going on at Featherstone Rovers following accusations of their failure to pay some of their former players and take a look at this weekend's Challenge Cup draw.
Published 03/19/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the weekend's results including the history making Salford Red Devils come from behind win at St Helens,  the round 6 Challenge Cup fixtures and all the round 1 NRL action from the weekend. They also discuss Spencer Leniu's suspension for a racial slur against Brisbane Broncos stand-off Ezra Mam and discuss which English players impressed in the NRL debuts. 
Published 03/12/24
In this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the success of the NRL's season launch in Vegas, some questionable suspensions in Super League and which English players will debut for their new NRL clubs this week. 
Published 03/05/24
In part 2 of this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the World Club Challenge, the backlash surrounding the officiating and the controversy of the use of the red card. They review last weekend's other match ups and preview the round 3 action. 
Published 02/28/24
In part one of this week's episode, RL Commercial Managing Director Rhodri Jones joins the show to discuss the launch of the 2024 season, the World Club Challenge and whether the NRL will buy Super League. Mr Jones also details his trip to Vegas this week to discuss future opportunities with the NRL and gives and update on their partnership with IMG. 
Published 02/27/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all round 1 match-ups, the controversial use of the red card and take a look at this weekend's World Club Challenge. They discuss the record breaking round 1 crowd attendance and reflect on the new coverage of all matches. 
Published 02/20/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan preview round 1 of the Super League season, discuss the signing's of Tom Burgess, Harry Newman and Lee Kershaw. They discuss the Rob Burrow award,  Penrith Panthers star Jarome Luai being rule out of the World Club Challenge against Wigan and the RFL's new broadcasting deal with the BBC. 
Published 02/13/24
In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's pre-season and and 1895 matches, the London Broncos injury woes and a new broadcast deal. 
Published 02/06/24
In part 2 of this week's episode, Editor of League Express Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Former Referee Robert Hicks to discuss how referees will police the new tackle height rules and the future of Rugby League and IMG. 
Published 01/31/24
In part one of this two part episode, Editor of League Express Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former referee and current Director of Operations & Legal at the RFL Robert Hicks. In part one, Robert reflects on the many highlights of his career, discusses the challenges referees face in today's game and how he dealt with certain players. 
Published 01/30/24
In this week's episode, League Express Editor Martyn Sadler and Co-host Jake Kearnan are joined by the most capped Great Britain player of all time Garry Schofield OBE, to reflect on his decorated career and to discuss some of the prominent issues in our game. 
Published 01/23/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Co-host Jake Kearnan discuss the NRL's short kick-off/drop-out rule changes, Wigan securing Jai Field for the next four seasons and the results from last week's poll on which coach is under the most pressure in 2024. Martyn and Jake also reflect on the tragic passing of former Salford captain Malcolm Alker, the Saints signing Waqa Blake and Martyn has some proposed overseas player quota changes. 
Published 01/17/24
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Co-host Jake Kearnan discuss St Helen's World Club Challenge film premiere, the RFL's relaxation of International player's visa requirements and a reported BBC television rights deal to broadcast 12 games this season. They also discuss Jordan Abdull and Joe Burgess' departures and discuss which coach is under the most pressure in 2024. 
Published 01/11/24
In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Co-host Jake Kearnan pay tribute to Carl Webb and Troy Dargan who tragically passed away during the Christmas period. They discuss Jack Welsby's new deal, the departure of the  former RFL's Head of Officiating Steve Ganson and England's new International Rugby League ranking. The discuss Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield's New Year Honours, an online petition to halt the RFL's proposed tackle changes and give their...
Published 01/02/24
In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Co-host Jake Kearnan discuss the RFL's crackdown to make the game safer, player movements and the rumours surrounding Jack Welsby and Tristan Sailor. They also discuss this years Golden Boot Winners, their top 3 moments of 2023 and touch on the NRL's latest Vegas promotional efforts. 
Published 12/19/23
In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor MARTYN SADLER and Co-host JAKE KEARNAN discuss the RFL's rule changes for 2024, the Golden Boot nominee shortlist and England and Samoa back in talks about a series next year. They also discuss next year's schedule, Michael Maguires departure as the Kiwi's head coach and some of the interesting outfit designs teams are releasing ahead of next season.  
Published 11/28/23
In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor MARTYN SADLER and Co-host JAKE KEARNAN discuss the reported Magic Weekend dates in Leeds, the Salford Red Devils stadium stand-off and the Leigh Leopards signing Matt Moylan. Martyn and Jake also discuss London Broncos decision to scrap their academy side, Golden Boot nominees and James Roby's induction into the St Helens Hall of Fame. 
Published 11/21/23