Fergo and The Freak

In this episode we have a look back at a great weekend of preliminatry final action, we talk a little about the end of the Penrith Panthers run of Grand Final wins in a row, then we preview the Grand Final between the Melbourne Storm and the Brisbane Broncos! Other topics we discuss, the Dally Ms, a close race in our tipping competition, Michael Maguire sending it up his critics, the farce that is...

In this episode we talkj about the preliminary finals matches, internatiomna Rugby League, and just have a general chin wag! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak NRL and Rugby League News Rugby League Podcasting Network NRL Rumours NRL Breaking News Podcast Links Site: FergoandTheF...

In this episode we talk about last weeks finals, we preview week two of the finals, talk about the Roosters and Rabbitohs off field situations. We talk a heap of international Rugby League and a whole lot more.  Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak NRL and Rugby League News Rugby L...

In this episode we god through all four of the NRL Finals games this week, give a rundown of all the teams that missed the finals this year, we jump into a time machine and take a little look around the current timeline, then we talk about Formula One is its OK by Lando Norris.  Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The R...

In this episode the boys chat about the Bulldogs win over a depleted Panthers, and the concerns they have for the Bulldogs heading into the NRL Finals series. They answer listener emails, talk about coaching changes at the Titans and Knights, they finally look at who is winning their NRL Tipping competition (Its Nadine!), and generally do their usually chatting about all things Rugby League! Twitt...

In this episode Johnny Lew joins us as we look back over the dire financial downfall of the Salford Red Devils. Froom proposed mergers, to a billionare owner, a name change, and much, much worse. This is a tough one to listen to if you're a Salford supporter, but it really shows how the club has been on a slow march to its demise for a long time now. Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rug...

In this episode Rugby League historian Andrew Ferguson takes us through everything that happened in 1908 as the game of Rugby League was established in Australia. From the formation of the original clubs, to the signing of players, the battle for the use of grounds throughout Sydney, and the battles with other sporting authorities over what was, and was not considered to be professionalism in spor...

In this episode of Fergo and the Freak we talk about the rumours of a rugby union competition that is supposedly targeting NRL players, how the Wests Tigers have imporved, we answer emails and have a good old chit chat! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   League Freak NRL and Rugby League News...

A weekend edition! We read a few emails, we talk about the potential disaster at the Sharks, we chat about the Panthers win over the Bulldogs, a spectre of the bad old days at the Wests Tigers, theres Formula One chat and a lot more. Just be prepared!   Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Project   Leag...

After a few weeks in which illness took down your fearless podcasters, the boys are back. We talk about some of the weird contract situations going on around the league, the Bondi transit lounge, we talk a bit about State Of Origin, Alex Johnston and his try scoring, we read emails....and just have a good old chin wag! Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/...

In this episode we talk about Lachlan Galvins move from the Wests Tigers to the Canterbury Bulldogs, remind people what the role of player managers are, and then look towards game one of the 2025 Rugby League State Of Origin series. Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9   Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project P...

In this episode we kick off with an interesting reader email, we give our NSW State Of Origin teams, we touch on the Queensland State Of Origin team, we chat about the North Sydney Bears, the Perth Bears, and the need for Perth to be driving the Bears going forward, then we have a long discussion about player managers and their roles within the game.  Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp i...

In this episode the boys read listener emails, talk about the North Sydney Bears, the plight of the game in England, and then throw random names of players at one another and describe them in great detail! Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9   Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Fre...

In this episode League Freak has a chat with Youtuber Dylan who is the host of The Leaguie . We talk about the unpredictability of the NRL so far in 2025, the true contenters for the Premiership, we touch on why drafts are a terrible idea in Rugby League and how the salary cap is actually working. We then discuss what the NRL should do to help that game in England, and across Europe, the demise of...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 In this episode the boys talk about the big news this week regarding Lachlan Galvin and the Wests Tigers deciding to drop him after learning he won't sign a contract extension with the club. We talk about all the different dynamics involved, how the corporate media is covering things, and what clubs...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 After the Penrith Panthers fifth straight loss in a row League Freak records an emergency podcast to talk about what looks like the end of this incredibly dynasty! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The Rugby League Proje...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 On todays episode the boys chat about the quality of the season so far, how close the competition is, and how even the worst teams in the competition can play some good football. They touch on whats happening over in England and how the Catalan Dragons are being railroaded by English clubs, they thro...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 In this episode League Freak is joined by Englishman Johnny Lew to talk about the recent shenangians within the administration of the English game. The reports that the Catalan Dragons are being pushed out the door, and the talk that the NRL wants to "buy" a 33% stake in Super League! Twitter AndrewR...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 In this episode we talk about the 2025 Ashes series, another dead club in England, Lachlan Galvin getting what he is worth, the Daly Cherry-Evans media campaign and much, much more! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon Rugby League Project Patreon  and the  League Freak Patreon ! Websites The...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 In this episode we talk about what a goose Ricky Stuart is, how the Penrith Panthers reign will look when it ends, Daly Cherry-Evans leaving the Sea Eagles, the best defensive team in the NRL, Andrews Buzzonomics article and the big TV at Odsal Stadium in Bradford! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 In this episode League Freak giuves his thoughts on a few teams and where they stand so far, he has a few concerns. He looks through the games coming up in round three, give your his tips, and then reads your Monday Meltdowns and reads a few of your emails! Twitter AndrewRLP  and  LeagueFreak Patreon...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 Vote for our podcast here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/fergo-and-the-freak/ In this episode we start talking about an article put out about the NRL "buy" Super League (again) and it turns into a long discussion about English Rugby League, its chances of survival, and the different ways...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 Vote for our podcast here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/fergo-and-the-freak/ In this episode we give our best team of the last 25 years. Some hack did one earlier in the week and we improved on it by a long way! We talk about Peter V'Landys and his impact on Rugby League in Australia. W...

Click here to join our FREE NRL tipping comp in 2025 : https://tipping.nrl.com/comps/join/O20F3PX9 Vote for our podcast here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/fergo-and-the-freak/ Its the start of a new year and we bring you our 2025 NRL season preview! We go through all 17 NRL teams, their additions and losses, and give our thoughts on how teams will go and who we expect to make the fin...

Vote for our podcast here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/fergo-and-the-freak/ View Andrews blog about a new International Rugby Leaguye ranking system here: https://andrewrlp.blogspot.com/2024/12/building-system-for-international-rugby.html In this episode we talk about John Bateman and his move to the North Queensland Cowboys, the Penrith Panthers and their chance of winning five tit...