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 boo…

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…

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 podcas…

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 P…

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…

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…

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 podc…

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 thi…

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 J…

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 injuri…

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 …

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 …

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 sec…

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…

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. …

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 on…

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 thi…

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…

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 enjoyi…

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 …

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 ar…

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 tr…

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 qu…

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 whe…

Michael Carayannis, David Riccio and Matt Encarnacion breakdown all the drama and excitement from what has been described as the best game ever. With Origin done and dusted they also take a look at what the future holds for Canterbury, Manly, Titans and the Broncos heading into the finals. Plus they answer your questions. If you're enjoying this po…

Brent Read, Fatima Kdouh and Pamela Whaley discuss the major storylines ahead of the State of Origin decider and give their predictions for the big game. Back at club land, they examine Jason Ryles' early presence at Parramatta, the Broncos' sixth straight loss, the terrible Tigers and Tommy Turbo firing again for Manly. If you're enjoying this pod…

Buzz Rothfield is back and is joined by Michael Carayannis and Brent Read. The trio discuss who should be the next Immortal, they chat all things Sharks, Parramatta and who should be the next NRL coach. They break down Origin before answering your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listeni…

Brent Read and Tyson Jackson kick off the countdown to the Origin decider by looking at the changes for the Maroons and Blues, plus Billy Slater’s call to cancel Queensland’s open media session. They also discuss Jason Ryles’ appointment as Parramatta’s new coach, big wins for the Roosters and Sea Eagles, and another loss for the Broncos. If you're…

Michael Carayannis, David Riccio and Brent Read breakdown Zac Lomax's situation at Parramatta. They look at expansion and have a bit of fun with some crystal ball predictions. 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: Instagr…

Will it ever happen in the NRL? Brent Read, Tyson Jackson and Pamela Whaley discuss a round of upsets including some big news at the Roosters, whether the Broncos are done for and how it all impacts Origin. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more content: Instagram…

The body of a woman, in her 50s, has been found inside a Sydney home with injuries so horrific that senior police officers described it as one of the worst crime scenes they had seen in years. Energy Minister Mick de Brenni has refused to take responsibility for the Callide Power Plant explosion, sensationally accusing CS Energy bosses of lying to …

Resident Queenslander Brent Read is forced to deal with Michael Carayannis and David Riccio as the trio dissect Origin II. They discuss a big name who should be axed from the Maroons side plus the players who starred for the Blues. They take a look at the NRL player market, expansion and answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit t…

Julian Assange will today start his new life as a free man with his wife and two young sons in Australia. The cost of dying is set to skyrocket in Victoria, with the Allan government considering introducing what has been panned as a “death tax by stealth”. CS Energy issued warnings that maintenance was being neglected at its plants just two years b…

The widow of slain camper Russell Hill says she feared Greg Lynn would walk free, saying “an innocent person doesn’t get rid of the bodies”. Vape legalisation advocates say the Coalition could raise $510 million a year in tax revenue under its plan to regulate the sale of nicotine products through retailers like supermarkets or convenience stores. …

Vapes will be made available at pharmacies without a prescription after the Albanese government struck a deal with the Greens that will soften a proposed retail ban on e-cigarettes. The boss of Australia’s anti-doping agency has warned that the AFL – and Australian sport more widely – is at a “crossroad” as a damning report identified “key issues” …

The crew get to the bottom of all the speculation surrounding gun rookie Lachlan Galvin at the Tigers, as Brent Read, Pamela Whaley and Fatima Kdouh dissect Parramatta's wooden spoon chances and give their Origin predictions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow us on socials for more…

A young girl who witnessed her mother’s alleged shooting murder is struggling to process the terrible tragedy, according to those close to the Mackay family. The Bicycle Bandit’s sentencing has been expedited after he expressed an intent to access his voluntary assisted dying kit – but one of his victims, who also has terminal cancer, says he deser…

Michael Carayannis, Brent Read and David Riccio take a look at all the player movement at the Dragons, South Sydney and the Tigers. Riccio talks about his one on one chat with Nicho Hynes, the latest on Parramatta's coaching situation plus they answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you'r…

An eight-year-old boy took an illegal replica assault rifle to a Sydney school, forcing a class into lockdown and sparking a police investigation into how it ended up in the boy’s hands. Elite private schools are exempting poorly performing students from national NAPALN tests in a bid to improve their overall scores, a scathing academic report has …

Dozens of rounds of live ammunition, police uniforms and bulletproof vests are in the hands of criminals after being stolen from cop cars during the Wakeley riot two months ago. Queensland homeowners missing mortgage repayments are at their highest level since the early pandemic, with hundreds of families at risk as $223m worth of home loans go int…

Former premiership-winning South Australian greyhound trainer Tony Rasmussen has been banned for life and fined a record $220,000 after being found guilty of a string of welfare and integrity charges. The Reserve Bank is set to pave the way for an upcoming interest rate rise when it concludes its board meeting on Tuesday afternoon amid a robust job…

With the teams named for State of Origin game two, it’s mate against mate with Brent Read and Tyson Jackson at the desk. They debate Latrell Mitchell’s return, plus other changes for both the Blues and Maroons, the Tigers back to winning ways at Ready’s “eighth blunder of the world”, DCE starring in a season-defining win for Manly and disappointing…

Opposition Leader John Pesutto has taken another swipe at the Allan government for failing to condemn union heavyweight John Setka’s savage attack on the AFL. Taxpayers were slugged more than $100,000 for an Australian delegation to attend the funeral of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has boldly declared Bris…

Buzz Rothfield is back and is joined by Michael Carayannis and David Riccio as the trio hand out their mid-season wards. They look at expansion, the Roosters’ plan to invade the US and pick some NSW positions. The boys also answer your questions. If you're enjoying this podcast, hit the follow or subscribe button wherever you're listening. Follow u…

A menacing attack by John Setka on AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney that included his image on a spoof “Wanted: Dead or Alive” poster has been slammed by anti-violence campaigners and the state opposition. Youth offenders have injured 137 people in six years by crashing cars they have stolen in aggravated burglaries. A NSW Police officer faked a …

CFMEU boss John Setka has demanded the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide. In NSW, Disruption to Sydney’s light rail network for 24-hours on Wednesday could soon extend to the city’s trains and buses, the sector’s union has warned. Taxes on Queenslanders will…

Brent Read, Matt Encarnacion and Pamela Whaley explain the latest drama at the Tigers, and discuss when the club might see some blue sky. They take a look at the Bulldogs good form and whether or not Latrell Mitchell and Mitch Moses have done enough to make NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire take notice ahead of Origin II. If you're enjoying this podc…

A former Labor minister has sided with families of Covid victims who feel outraged that Daniel Andrews was given the nation’s highest King’s Birthday honour – as polling shows 95 per cent of people don’t think he deserves it. Premier Steven Miles says today’s state budget will be the “best ever” despite it containing the second-largest deficit in a…

Nine chairman Peter Costello has been captured on video pushing a journalist to the ground at Canberra Airport, after the former federal treasurer refused to answer the reporter’s questions relating to the rolling harassment scandal at the under-siege media company. Four years on from the deaths of Russell Hill and Carol Clay, the couple’s loved on…

Michael Carayannis, David Riccio and Brent Read breakdown Origin I, the Joseph Suaalii send-off and what changes NSW can make for game two. They take a look at the latest round of NRL matches 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 conten…