John Stanley's Only Fans

Former Australian Test Skipper Mark Taylor explores his deep love for the Red V, and reveals why the 1999 Grand Final loss was 100% caused by Rugby League reporter Dean Ritchie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic swimming legend Cate Campbell shares her passion for the Brisbane Broncos. From the pool to the paddock, Cate opens up about the similarities between elite swimming and the NRL. She  discusses overcoming her painful Rio 2016 heartbreak, the growth of women's rugby league, and so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John is joined by Australian racing royalty, 'Miracle' Malcome Johnston. The Manly tragic and champion jockey reflects deeply on his partnership with Tommy Smith, riding the iconic Kingston Town, and his infamous 56 suspensions. Beyond the track, Johnston declares his diehard passion for Manly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef, restaurateur and TV favourite Matt Moran joins John Stanley to talk footy, food, and a lifelong love of the Dragons. From building a career in some of Australia’s best kitchens to navigating a household full of Roosters fans, Matt Moran shares why even good mate Trent Robinson could never convert him from the Red V. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born just days before the Bulldogs’ 1979 grand final loss to the Dragons, NSW Premier Chris Minns grew up during the club’s golden era. He joins John Stanley to reveal the Bulldogs obsession that survived growing up in Saint George territory and now powers a split Bulldogs-Dragons household. It’s a conversation about loyalty, rivalry, a secret love of the Melbourne Storm, and why...

Mike Whitney has worn the Baggy Green, hosted some of Australia’s biggest TV shows, and lived a sporting life most fans could only dream of. But ask him what really gets the heart racing, and it’s South Sydney. From childhood days on the Paddington Hill to the brutal fight for the Rabbitohs’ survival, Whitney tells a story of family, loyalty and the 2014 premiership that made dec...

Former NSW Premier Morris Iemma reveals a lifelong devotion to the Red V. He relives the heartbreak, glory years, and the premiership triumph that still ranks among the greatest moments of his life. Along the way, he shares stories of Wayne Bennett, Billy Smith, political life as a Dragons tragic, and why he believes the club has lost its way… It’s pure Red V passion! See omnystudio.c...

Musician Denis Carnahan strips back the Rugby League parody songs to reveal a lifelong obsession with the Canberra Raiders. From the club’s arrival to the glory days of Mal Meninga, Ricky Stuart and Laurie Daley, Denis relives the moments that shaped both his fandom, the city itself and why 1989 still means everything to Canberra fans. It’s nostalgic, passionate, and green through and...

At only 20 years old, Lane Pittman may be taking over the country music world, but at heart he’s still a Bulldogs tragic... From his dad passing down the blue-and-white obsession to meeting the Dogs players after performing at Accor Stadium, Lane opens up about football, family, fame and following Canterbury from afar. It’s country music meets rugby league tribalism! See omnystudio.com...

James Bracey strips back the sports presenter polish to reveal a lifelong love for the red and black. Born into North Sydney Bears devotion, he relives the heartbreak of losing his team, the years of being laughed at, and the excitement of seeing the Bears roar back through Perth. It’s nostalgic, emotional, and proof that true fans never really move on! See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

From flipping footy cards as a kid in Sutherland to living every heartbreak and near-collapse, Clinton Maynard’s Sharks obsession runs deep. In this Only Fans episode, he relives the decades of pain, the radio-fuelled fandom that shaped his career, and the ultimate release of Cronulla’s 2016 premiership. It’s raw, emotional, and pure Shire pride. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Imagine your first year as a footy fan being a total duck egg... an entire season without a single win. That winless 1966 season might've caused lesser fans to walk away, but for Sydney Roosters official historian Alan Katzmann, it was the beginning of a lifelong obsession. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary comedian and radio host Wendy Harmer bares all in this honest John Stanley's Only Fans session. As the pioneer of the Eagles Angels, she once lived for Manly - until the club broke her heart. Hear how a lack of support from the NRL and the club's new owners caused this iconic fan to clip her own wings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV journalism pioneer Ian Leslie strips back his investigative persona to reveal a heart of Blue and Gold. The 60 Minutes icon shares the incredible story of a trip to Rome that resulted in a Papal blessing for Parramatta on the eve of their debut Grand Final win. Praise be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert 'The Duck' Smith strips back the layers of his Manly obsession. Discover how a working class kid ended up on the side of the Silvertails and formed a lifelong friendship with the very player he once idolised. It’s pure, unadulterated Sea Eagles passion... unfiltered and feathered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get exclusive access as Lucy Zelić strips away the professional veneer to reveal an obsession with the Green Machine. From Milk jersey hero status to her unwavering loyalty for Liverpool F.C, Lucy explains why switching teams is the ultimate sin. Up the Milk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready for a TV icon to show his true colors? Legend Ray Martin is stripping back to reveal a heart of Cardinal and Myrtle. He’d trade every Gold Logie for his Souths Life Membership. Get exclusive Members Only access to Ray’s lifelong obsession with the Bunnies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Field - AKA The Blue Wiggle - is stripping back his own primary colours to reveal a lifelong obsession with the Black & Gold of the Wests Tigers. His passion runs so deep that it helped him court his wife and even timed the arrival of his child. It's pure, unadulterated love for the Tiges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Stanley's exclusive one-on-one with beloved comedian Vince Sorrenti. They're stripping back the layers on Vince’s lifelong obsession with the Parramatta Eels. It’s pure, unadulterated blue and gold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.