By the Balls

John interviews Leeds Rhinos prop Adam Cuthbertson. They talk about the 2020 Super League season, the changes at Leeds and Adam's future. They also go through Adam's background and journey in rugby league, coming through the ranks at Manly, playing in the NRL, the impact Wayne Bennett had on him and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/su...

John was in Liverpool for the launch of the New York Rugby League club. He interviews club CEO Ricky Wilby and finds out the plans for the new team in North America. He also gets reaction from veteran journalist Steve Mascord and League Weekly editor Paul Bennett on New York. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

Super League champs St Helens take on NRL premiers the Roosters in the 2020 World Club Challenge. John heads to the Totally Wicked Stadium to hear from Trent Robinson, Kristian Woolf, James Roby, Mitchell Aubussson, Jonny Lomax and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves ahead of the game. He is also joined by St Helens CEO Mike Rush and The Sun's rugby league reporter Gary Carter. Become a supporter of this podc...

John is joined by the creative director of Super League and head of The City Talking, Lee Hicken. Lee talks about his work in rugby league, the rebranding of the sport and the new documentary series We Play League. He also chats about his background, his involvement in sport and his two films on Leeds United. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--296843...

Sheffield Eagles utility and United States international Corey Makelim is our special guest. He talks to us about his upbringing in western Sydney, his time with the Parramatta Eels, representing America, playing in the 2017 World Cup, his spell with Sheffield, scoring a try at Wembley, experiencing the 2019 Nines World Cup and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod...

Ross and John are joined by Paul Bennett at the Super League 2020 season launch at Headingley. They talk about the latest news and events, and also interview new St Helens coach Kristian Woolf, Hull FC outside back Mahe Fonua, Leeds prop Matt Prior, Warington halfback Gareth Widdop, new Huddersfield signing Aiden Sezer and Wigan playmaker Jackson Hastings. Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

John heads to Headingley for the Leeds Rhinos media day. He talks to Richard Agar about the appointment of Jamie Jones-Buchnan as assistant coach and his team ahead of the 2020 season. He also chews the fat with new recruit Kruise Leeming, sits down with Rhyse Martin on the Kumuls and leaving the NRL, and catches up with Konrad Hurrell on the rise of Tonga and his experiences with Leeds so far. Be...

John and Ross head to the Huddersfield Town Hall for the launch of the 2020 Championship, League 1 and Women's Super League seasons. They speak to York forward Chris Clarkson, Sheffield coach Mark Aston, Widnes boss Tim Sheens, London coach Danny Ward, Bradford boss John Kear and Casteford and England woman's star Kelsey Gentles. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...

John is joined by former professional footballer Daniel McBreen. The striker had a 20-year career as a striker playing in Romania, Scotland, England, China, Hong Kong and his native Australia. He talks about his career, his life in football, his current roles as youth team coach at the Newcastle Jets and assistant coach of Guam, and a whole lot more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www...

John is joined by League Weekly editor Paul Bennett for some Xmas cheer to review the 2019 Super League season and take a look at 2020, as they analyse the recruitment and chances of all 12 clubs for next year. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

Ross and John are joined by James Willoughby, the author of the new book Ups and Downs: The Inside Stories from Leeds United's biggest matches. In this episode James talks about his book, his love for the club, the history of the Whites, their promotion push and the Championship season so far. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

It's the rugby league off-season so we decided to catch up with Sky Sports presenter Carney. We talked to the ex-Great Britain, Super League and NRL winger about the current state of Super League, Toronto Wolfpack, the signing of Sonny Bill Williams, the salary cap system, the Bradford Bulls, trust in the RFL and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-bal...

We have two special guests joining Ross and John in League Weekly editor Paul Bennett and rugby league reporter for The Sun Gary Carter. They discuss Great Britain's loss to Papua New Guinea, the dismal Lions tour, the future of Wayne Bennett and who is to blame for the failure. They also talk about Super League 2020, recruitment and the title and relegation candidates. Become a supporter of this...

Damian Irvine returns as a guest and he chats to John Davidson about his new role with Hunslet RLFC and gives his take on the Bradford Bulls, the administration of rugby league in the UK, good governance and the wider perception of how the sport is run in England. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

Ross and John are back together to discuss Great Britain's rugby league tour from hell, Wayne Bennett's future, Toronto's super signing of Toronto Wolfpack, the recent Rugby World Cup, the worth of salary caps in sport and England's final loss against South Africa. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

John heads to Auckland for the second game of the Great Britain Lions tour. He talks to Elliot Whitehead, Danny Ward and Jake Connor about the defeat against Tonga and preparations for the match against New Zealand. He also sits down with Jack Hughes about his experience on tour so far, his season to date and taking on the Kiwis. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...

We bring you this episode from Hamilton as we talk with Great Britain assistant coach Ian Watson ahead of the Lions' match against Tonga. We discuss Ian's time under Wayne Bennett, but also cover his upbringing and background in Salford, his playing career, his spell representing Wales, his move into coaching and the Red Devils' fantastic 2019 season. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...

John catches up with Fox Sports Australia journalist George Clarke in sunny Sydney to talk about the 2019 NRL season, George's experiences covering the sport down under, the topic of heritage players for Great Britain, the World Cup Nines and a lot more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

In Part 2 of our 2019 Super League grand final special we talk all things Salford. We catch up with Gil Dudson, Josh Jones and Jackson Hastings about the club's fantastic rise into the decider, the team spirit within the camp and the prospect of facing St Helens in the big one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

In Part 1 of our 2019 Super League grand final special John and Ross look at St Helens and their journey to Old Trafford. They talk to Kevin Naiqama, Alex Walmsley, Justin Holbrook and James Roby as they prepare for the big one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

John catchs up with Toronto Wolfpack Ashton Sims before his final game before retirement. They talk about his time with the Wolfpack and the Championship final against Featherstone, they cover his amazing career in the NRL, Super League and the Championship, as well as touching on his journey from Gerrigong to Canada, and his footy-playing family. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...

Ross and John cover both codes of rugby, starting with Super League and the countdown to Old Trafford. They talk about Saints win over Wigan, Salford's defeat of Cas, the Man of Steel of awards, and also touch on Featherstone's upcoming playoff clash with Toronto. They also discuss events at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, including Ireland's shocking loss, England's form and Wales' stirring re...

John chats with creative director, and ex-Warrington, Swinton and Leigh player, Dave Hartill. They talk about the marketing of rugby league, how Super League could be promoted, how to engage new fans, changing brand perceptions and wider presentation and image of the sport. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .

Ross and John head to Old Trafford for the launch of the Super League semi-finals. We speak to Wigan's George Williams, Warrington pair Chris Hill and Steve Price, and Castleford duo Daryl Powell and Cheyse Blair. We also interview St Helens coach Justin Holbrook and Salford duo Ian Watson, Lee Mossop and Ian Blease. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls...

John talks with writer Mark Flanagan about his book 'The Invincibles: The Inside Story of the 1982 Kangaroos, the Team that Changed Rugby Forever'. They discuss the famous Aussie side, the stories and tales around it, the impact they had, the changes they influenced in rugby league and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support .