Freddy and the Eighth

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns butt heads over the punch-on debate, but both legends agree that the niggling antics in modern-day footy is an ‘embarrassment’ to the sport. The boys break down what is the true problem with the Parramatta Eels and are joined by a special guest from the Defence Force ahead of a big weekend of ANZAC Day footy. Why Reece Walsh is a marketer’s dream and has a certain Dra...

NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers and signing with the New Zealand Warriors. Also on the show, Jamal Fogarty drops in to talk footy, form and the illustrious Freddy & the Eighth medal. The panel take a look at a list of players aged under 22 and who among them is the most talente...

NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Sydney Morning Herald Sports Reporter Michael Chammas and host Mat Thompson as they dive into breaking news surrounding the NRL. The Legends rip into the South Sydney Rabbitohs for their ‘lazy’ performances to start the 2024 NRL season. Freddy issues a grim warning for the Sydney Roosters’ chances of making the Top 8. The NSW Blues have a lot...

Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson for another weird and wonderful episode of Freddy and the Eighth. Freddy and Joey look back on some of the greatest NRL jerseys to ever grace our screens, Freddy recalls the absolute anarchy that went on in the 1991 Kangaroos tour of Papua New Guinea, and Joey gets a surprise call about the state of his old Origin jersey. The boys look at what'...

With 70 days until Origin I Andrew Johns has called for Cody Walker to be the NSW five-eighth if an injured Mitch Moses can't play. Alongside Brad Fittler and host Mat Thompson, the boys dissect the injuries across the NRL and the stars that leave the biggest hole. Joey wonders aloud about Easter, eating meat and the Knights mascot that got banned... Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds joins the show ah...

NRL legend Brad Fittler and Immortal Andrew Johns laugh & compliment Ricky Stuart's attempt to inspire the Canberra Raiders by channeling his inner Ted Lasso. Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys reflect and chat about the biggest talking points of Round 1 of the 2024 NRL Premiership season. They share the biggest sledges they've heard or copped themselves. Plus, another edition of The Freddy...

Brad Fittler has slammed the old-school attitudes in rugby league after Rooster Spencer Leniu was accused of directing a racial slur towards Bronco Ezra Mam. Alongside Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson, the boys give their take on the Vegas hangover, compare the GOATs of coaching; Craig Bellamy and Wayne Bennett, and question if Melbourne Storm's Round 1 record is finally under threat. There's a...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are back for the 2024 NRL season, as they preview an epic weekend in Vegas! Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys name the next gen players they can't wait to watch, and call out the athletes needing to up their game in 2024. Special guest Danika Mason outs the Vegas troublemakers, and the boys analyse the impact of the small field at Allegiant Stadium. Can the Panthe...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns analyse how the Storm and Warriors need to play to defeat the two favourites of the prelims, the Panthers and Broncos. Joey and Freddy look through the vault at Grand Final parades of years passed. Who deserves to be named ‘Coach of the Year’? And Does Eddie McGuire remember his first meeting with Joey at the start of his Channel 9 career? And who will be heading to t...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect the key areas where Panthers and Broncos come out on top, as the two powerhouses enter the preliminary finals as hard favourites. Joey relives the emotion of the Knights' incredible win over the Raiders, as Freddy backs the injury-ravaged Roosters to pull a miracle. What were the worst bites, eye gouges and squirrel grips the boys copped? Was Latrell out of li...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns preview the blockbuster matches ahead in Finals Week 1, and relive their own Grand Final experiences. We put a 'commentator cam' on Joey as the Knights get up, grade the teams who missed finals, and unpack the Storm-Broncos hoodoo. What's it like playing your idol in a final? Are the Roosters the bottom 4 smokies? Could Joey be any more nervous for his Knights? We div...

Is it time to bring back the biff? Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler question if dog shots and high tackles should be settled on field by the players, or if the current review system works. We welcome back Ryan Papenhuyzen, look at the race to the minor premiership, and open up the Rabbitohs and Roosters Book of Feuds! The boys recount their punishment stories as some Bulldogs walk out of training, an...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns unpack what's really going on behind closed doors at South Sydney, as our special guest details how the club split from Sam Burgess. Freddy recounts his escape from a Mexican jail, friend of the show Ryan Papenhuyzen inches closer to an NRL return and the race to finals well and truly heats up. Plus, the boys take a look at the Broncos' roster headache, and preview th...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns bemoan what could have been for Tevita Pangai Junior as the talented Bulldog retires from league to pursue boxing. The boys name the things they'd like to bring back from old-school rugby league, assess the Bulldogs 2023 season and look at the Knights, Sharks and Eels run-in to the finals. Joey and Freddy name their GOATs of the NRLW as the ladder starts to shape up,...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns select the league legends they'd like to inject into the current top 8 sides, to cover what the NRL's strongest teams might be lacking. The boys ask what Payne Haas is really worth and question if Broncos should spend their money elsewhere. Sam Burgess gets the nod as head coach of the Warrington Wolves, and the boys list the best young halves in the comp. Plus, a pre...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns reflect on friend Wally Lewis' likely CTE diagnosis, share their own concerns, and reveal the NRL's actions to combat the disease. Could the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen deliver Storm a premiership? The boys welcome the star fullback, as the Roosters undergo a review of their coaches, and a Sharks player embarrasses his teammates. Plus, a preview of NRLW Round 3 and NRL...

Does Jarome Luai have the starpower to be a one-man show? Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns clash over his ability to lift a team onto his shoulders, if he decides to leave the Panthers. The boys discuss the last time the Dally M was boycotted over a pay dispute, welcome the return of a dangerous Latrell Mitchell, and assess the damage from a Bulldogs cleanout. Plus, we recap the NRLW, and preview thi...

Emma Lawrence is joined by Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns to dissect the race to the Top 8, unpack the problem at the Tigers, and preview the 2023 NRLW season. Could this be the year of the Cowboy? How do the Wests find their footy DNA? And what can we expect in a huge NRLW shakeup, as four new teams enter the competition? Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 21 games on Nine and 9Now.  See omnystudio....

The eighth immortal Andrew Johns is joined by NSW Sky Blues player Millie Boyle for a special edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The pair chat everything Origin in the lead-up to Game III. Joey believes Cody Walker will unlock the best out of Bradman. Millie breaks down what went wrong for the Tigers & Bulldogs in their ‘thrashings’. Plus, Danny Buderus and Adam Reynolds drop in for a chat, a...

Join NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler and the eight Immortal Andrew Johns as they make sense of the major signings at the Manly Sea Eagles. Mark Hughes drops in ahead of Beanie for Brain Cancer round. Freddy and Joey review and reflect on Origin II. Plus, the boys share some laughs over the most hilarious fails of all time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Johns has made a huge call for the Maroons' spine for Origin Game II as Cameron Munster comes off an 'out of this world' performance. Alongside Mat Thompson, the boys welcome some massive specials guests, Queensland great Darren Lockyer for his Origin analysis, and check in with Ryan Papenhuyzen as he recovers from his devastating knee injury. The boys relive some of Craig Bellamy's great s...

On this week's Freddy and The Eighth... The shortlist for Nathan Cleary's Blues jersey has Andrew Johns stumped, as he and Brad Fittler look to finalise their side for Origin Game II. The boys respond to Gus Gould's huge call for the Cowboys, weigh in on the Roosters' treatment of Jason Ryles and pay tribute to Jarrod Croker ahead of his 300th game. Enjoy a few belly laughs over Wally Lewis' phone...

NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler is refusing to allow a repeat of last year's Game I loss to the Maroons. Alongside Immortal Andrew Johns, he chats all things State of Origin, revealing the inner sanctum of the Blues training camp in Coogee. The boys rip in on selection decisions, cast their eyes to the Queensland team, and share yarns from the old Origin days. Plus, a preview of the Round 13 NRL matc...

Andrew Johns reveals his final Blues side for State of Origin Game I, hinting to coach Brad Fittler what to do with Tom Trbojevic, Nicho Hynes and other players on the cusp of selection. The boys crystal ball the next Dragons coach, relive some of the NRL's greatest hits, and celebrate First Nations talents Anthony Mundine, Nathan Blacklock and more ahead of Indigenous Round. Plus, a preview of th...

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns look back on the great NRL sides that missed their chance to become a dynasty. Joey sings Wayne Bennett's praises after his 'greatest achievement this year', and makes a crucial change to his rolling NSW Blues team. Freddy blasts the tweets from a controversial CEO, and the boys reveal their NRL power rankings. Plus, a preview of the Round 11 matches on Nine and 9Now...