In this special episode of the Daily Telegraph NRL Podcast, David Riccio sits down with four-time premiership winner and Panthers coach Ivan Cleary.  They talk about aspects of his life, how he celebrated the Panthers win, his struggles with mental health, and looking forward to what's in store with the Panthers next season. Check out Ivan's new book Not Everything Counts but Everything Matters in all good bookstores.   Follow us on socials for more...

Parramatta have given Clint Gutherson permission to talk to rival clubs. What does it mean for his playing future? The guys also do a grand final wash-up, talk about the latest international news ahead of the end-of-season Tests, and answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead more on the Daily Telegraph websiteWatch full episodes on the Codes...

Buzz, Mick, Dave and Mobbsy reveal the Dally M stories that are not fit for print: best on ground, awkward moments and last man standing. They break down the award winners, reveal the strengths and weaknesses of the Storm and Panthers ahead of the grand final, give their predictions, and Buzz reveals his summer plans. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead more on...

Then there were two - Melbourne and Penrith. Brent Read, Pamela Whaley and Fatima Kdouh unpack a massive weekend of preliminary finals and dissect where the grand final will be won. Will Nelson Asofa-Solomona be rubbed out of Melbourne's biggest game of the year? Jahrome Hughes is the hot favourite for the Dally M Award but he has taken over from Penrith Nathan Cleary as the best player in the game? If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're...

There's been a four-man breakaway this week with Dave, Ready, Mick and Mobbsy drop in, at Buzz's expense, for the preliminary final podcast. They break the news on the shocks and snubs in the Kangaroos' preliminary squad for the Pacific Championships as the Kalyn Ponga withdrawal storm drags on. They discuss what's next for Josh Addo-Carr and where he could land, preview the massive Storm v Roosters and Panthers v Sharks games, debate where Ivan Cleary sits among the all-time coaching greats,...

Cronulla have the finals monkey off their backs but do Craig Fitzgibbon's men have another gear to take down a ruthless Penrith Panthers in the preliminary final? Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Russell Jackson also delve into the Roosters' resurgence and whether the side has the firepower to overcome a shocking record against Melbourne. The crew also rate how the Sea Eagles and Cowboys fared in 2024. Do they get a pass mark? If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button...

Will Nicho Hynes stand up? Will Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and the departing stars lift the Roosters? Can Tom Trbojevic's shoulder hold up? Buzz, Mick and Mobbsy give their take on week two of the finals, discuss Josh Schuster's Souths move, Jason Ryles' big calls at Parramatta and the NRL's controversial referee rankings. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead more...

Goodbye Bulldogs and Knights. Week one of the NRL finals is done and dusted and there’s plenty left to dissect. Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Pamela Whaley take a look at the fallout of all four games including selection calls left to be made, the premiership chances of the six teams and why you can never count out a champion. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead...

It's finals time and Buzz announces his four-man finals podcast team with a surprise omission. The guys discuss Nathan Cleary's return and his shoulder injury, as Mick reveals a bizarre shower mishap behind his own dislocated shoulder. They preview all four finals, discuss Spencer Leniu's Penrith return, Newcastle's roster juggling, the impact of Josh Addo-Carr's loss to Canterbury and the Sharks' chances against the Storm. Plus, Buzz tries to uncover Mick and Dave's feuds of 2024, while also...

It's here! The business end of the season has arrived and there's plenty to discuss. Heading into a huge week for the top eight, the premiership race is wide open, while at the other end of the ladder the reviews and rebuilds have kicked off. Brent Read, Pamela Whaley and Tyson Jackson dissect the last round of the NRL season, as well as the injuries and storylines that will make up week one of the finals. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're...

Michael Carayannis, David Riccio and Brent Read take a look at the Latrell Mitchell situation. The trio preview the top eight blockbuster and the spoon bowl. They look at the Sharks, Dragons and the Roosters plus who the Tigers might sign. They also answer your questions.  If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead more on the Daily Telegraph websiteWatch full...

The Roosters' title hopes are in disarray after a string of serious injuries, one which lead coach Trent Robinson to launch a stinging rebuke of Canberra skipper Elliott Whitehead. Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Pamela Whaley discuss whether Robinson went too far and how the Roosters will replace Sam Walker, Brandon Smith and Victor Radley. Plus the crew predicted who would seal the final top eight spot and whether Canterbury's lack of size and game management was exposed by DCE and Manly. If...

Police fining Bulldogs fans, the NRL and Souths punishing Latrell Mitchell and player movement heating up... It's all happening a week out from finals as Buzz, Mobbsy and Dave Riccio deliver the breaking news. Buzz takes issue with the Storm resting players, and breaks down what it means for the Cowboys, Broncos and Sea Eagles. They reveal some secret Storm and Sharks player policies and Buzz declares he is settling on the finals lineup for "his" podcast. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit...

Five sides are vying for the final spot in the top eight as the race to September heats up. Readman, Fatima and Tyson give their predictions on who will sneak home to round out the eight. The crew also delve into the top four an Penrith's late season slide, as well as the latest sin binning and bunker drama over head high tackles If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more...

Ron Coote is rugby league’s 14th Immortal, so what does that mean for the next inductees? Mobbsy, Readman and Mick discuss whether the NRL needs a cut-off point and move onto the next generation of Immortal candidates. They preview this weekend’s blockbusters, Ready makes a bold prediction and they do a deep dive into a host of listener questions.  If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more...

Fresh from Paris, Brent Read joins Adam Mobbs and Fatima Kdouh to discuss the Tigers' struggle to retain Lachlan Galvin on the back of their win over the Rabbitohs. They look at Penrith's challenge to ice games without Nathan Cleary, the proposed 100m race following Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's chase down of Josh Addo-Carr, whether the Dragons can hold onto eighth place and more. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for...

Les Boyd's Hall of Fame induction has caused drama with Darryl Brohman slamming his inclusion. Buzz tells Mick and Mobbsy it's not a best-and-fairest award as they look at the on and off-field disciplinary records of players. They look at what the Valentine Holmes signing means for the Cowboys and Dragons, look at other potential moves, preview this week's big games, look at which NRL strugglers are best placed to turn things around, and they answer your questions.  If you're enjoying this...

The alleged Kyle Flanagan bite on Stephen Crichton has split the rugby league world, including our panel! Mobbsy, Fatima and Pam argue over who's to blame, and what ramifications will be. They discuss Toby Sexton's rise, the scramble for the final top-eight places, the ominous return of the 'real' Tom Trbojevic, Cronulla's statement performance and, as always, review what they're watching outside of rugby league.  If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever...

Dragons coach Shane Flanagan makes a surprise appearance ahead of their suburban blockbuster against the Bulldogs. Buzz, Mick and Mobbsy talk about the Shark alarm sounding ahead of the finals, the Eels-Panthers clash, where Penrith sit among the all-time great teams and the top-eight squeeze. As always, they answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more...

Belmore is rocking, Kogarah is set to explode and everything suddenly seems right in the rugby league world. Mobbsy, Fatima and Tyson look at the massive Dragons-Bulldogs derby after both clubs staked their claim for a finals spot. They debate who will fall out of top-eight contention, reveal a surprise pick to play in the grand final and rate the NRL's most improved players. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials...

Parramatta were meant to be assembling their version of Penrith's homegrown heroes. Instead, their blue-and-golden generation is being picked apart. Buzz, Mick and Mobbsy look at where the blame lies for the Eels' retention failures. They investigate why Brian To'o is unsettled at Penrith, debate whether the highest-paid players in each position are actually the best players, reveal their first ever player interviews and answer your listener questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit...

The Bulldogs have eyes on an unlikely top-four spot after all-but ending the Broncos' finals hopes in a big weekend. Pam, Fatima and Mobbsy look at the winners and losers from Round 21, discuss the massive transfer news around Stefano Utoikamanu, Jack Bird and Valentine Holmes, look at the bumper start to the NRLW season, plus a Ronaldo Mulitalo try celebration that got the attention of a global wrestling legend. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever...

The OGs - Buzz, Mick and Mobbsy - are back together and taking pot shots at one another.They talk about John Bateman's supposedly short-term Tigers departure and what it means for the club. They play a little game called "stay or go" with players whose futures are uncertain, preview a massive Super Saturday of NRL action and answer your listener questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more...

The scramble for the top eight is on, so Adam Mobbs, Fatima Kdouh and Pam Whaley take a look at which team can still make a late run and which sides will fade away. The crew also delved into Jason Ryles' re-build of Parramatta and the players in-line for buy of the year honour. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram, Facebook and TikTokRead more on the Daily Telegraph websiteWatch full...