The Continuous Call Team Daily

With the World Cup getting underway, are the Kangaroos entitled to be favourites? Former NRL star Michael Buettner joins Julian King to look at the World Cup opener and the possible threats. With Cameron Munster at a contract stand off with the Storm, is he primed to turn it on and show everyone, but mostly Melbourne, why he's one of the game's elite players? Wildcard round is back on the table, a...

With the World Cup upon us, the opening game will be a good litmus test for the Kangaroos. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to look at the Australia vs. New Zealand game. The Kiwis are adamant they have the scariest pack, and Kevin Walters has clarified that grand final players like Tedesco, Walker and Best are being managed. The Aussies have been the dominant international side, so will Kevin Walters...

Welcome to the Mark My Words Podcast (World Cup Edition). Piggy, MG, and Josh Morris battle severe Grand Final hangovers and the flu to bring you slightly unhinged analysis of the Rugby League World Cup. Expect deep dives into the sold-out Australia versus New Zealand clash, frequently derailed by stories of freshly plucked eyebrows and awful AI graphics. The boys debate if rising Pacifi...

Nathan Cleary is playing the waiting game. The Sydney Morning Herald's Adrian Proszenko joins Adam Hawse with the latest on Cleary's contract situation. Do his chances of staying at the foot of the mountains diminish with each passing day? With Jack Bostock set to feature prominently at the World Cup, he will be in high demand come November 1, and his junior club will be front of queue. The Perth...

The strong mail is that Reece Walsh will start at fullback instead of James Tedesco. Former Rabbitohs premiership player Chris McQueen joins Adam Hawse to discuss all things Rugby League World Cup. Reece Walsh's peak is high, but James Tedesco should be the frontrunner for the role of Australian fullback. Will the sellout Kangaroos vs. Kiwis match be a snapshot of the final? England have picked a...

After a global search, the Parramatta have appointed a new CEO in Mike Rush. The Sydney Morning Herald's Adrian Proszenko joins Adam Hawse to look at the future of the blue and gold. They have been bolstered by the signing of enforcer Spencer Leniu, in addition to Jaydn Su'A and Jarome Luai. A total of eleven Kangaroos are set to become free agents come November 1, including Latrell Mitchell and C...

Daniel Tupou has announced his retirement from rugby league. Michael Buettner joins Julian King to look at the winger's legacy and celebrate his humility. How do you compare him to their other departing winger Mark Nawaqanitawase? Naufahu Whyte took our the Jack Gibson medal for Roosters player of the year. Buetts now thinks he has surpassed Payne Haas as the game's best front rower. Don't discoun...

The Kiwis have named a very strong World Cup squad. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to look at New Zealand's depth and how far they can go in the tournament. One man representing them will be Dane Gagai, who was granted special exemption after previously playing for Australia. Eligibility rules once again come under scrutiny, but ultimately it strengthens the international game. Cameron Munster will b...

With the grand final run and won, attention now turns to the Rugby League World Cup and player movement in the off season. The Sydney Morning Herald's Adrian Proszenko joins Adam Hawse to reflect on the Roosters' premiership and the aftermath of their win. James Tedesco has had a career resurgence and should reclaim the Kangaroos number 1 jersey. All signs are pointing to Spencer Leniu joining the...

Listen to all the highlights from a remarkable NRL Grand Final 2026 You can find us on YouTube  and on  Instagram  - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab a cold one and settle in, it’s time for the unofficial Mark My Words Dally M Show! Piggy, MG, and Mike are suiting up (black tie optional) to reflect on a massive Rugby League season and hand out their end-of-year honors. Plus, the boys confirm that the Mark My Words Podcast will keep rolling right through the Rugby League World Cup with some exciting new additions. You can find us on&n...

The deciders are upon us! Josh Morris joins Adam Hawse to look at the NRL and NRLW grand final. What nerves are running through the respective teams and how much will they play a part? After all the guessing, the NRL "entertainment" has been revealed, with Amy Shark, along with members of Grinspoon, the Screaming Jets and Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers to sing the Gerry Rafferty classic "You'll N...

With a sense of inevitability, Nathan Cleary finally claimed his Dally M. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss why Nathan is a worthy winner and an ornament to the game. He, along with Tamika Upton, are on the path to immortal status. With respect to Andrew Webster the Warriors coach, Justin Holbrook was unlucky not to claim coach of the year honours. Does the coach of the y...

This Grand Final edition of the "Mark My Words" podcast provides a definitive breakdown of the upcoming NRL and NRLW Grand Finals. The boys dissect the Newcastle Knights' miraculous preliminary final victory and preview the highly anticipated Grand Final matchups. You can find us on  YouTube  and on  Instagram  - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio...

The grand final entertainment has been revealed. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to look at how Jai Arrow doing a lap of Accor Stadium with a chorus of fans singing "You'll Never Walk Alone" will be a moving moment. The NRL judiciary didn't take long to rub out Phoenix Crossland for four matches, but the Knights' hooker showed admirable contrition. Nathan Cleary could well accept a Dally M from his ho...

Nathan Cleary has leapt to the defence of Phoenix Crossland after trolls sent vile messages on social media. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss the aftermath of Crossland's hip drop and Cleary's broken ankle. The Knights utility is expected to miss the grand final. Sam Walker was questioned when he put contract talks on hold, but if he leads the Roosters to grand final glo...

Stunning scenes at Accor Stadium, with the Newcastle Knights marching into the grand final. The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to celebrate Newcastle's win. Souring the game was the devastating injury to Nathan Cleary. Phoenix Crossland has been referred to the judiciary, and the referee had no choice but to send him off, despite some protestations. The Roosters have impressed...

Listen to all the highlights of a remarkable Week 3 of the NRL Finals series. You can find us on YouTube  and on  Instagram  - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Step inside the dressing room for the ultimate behind-the-scenes Rugby league stories you were never meant to hear. We're lifting the lid on locker-room hierarchy, from shameless coach's pets to the fringe players who treated Tuesday training like a Test match. Hear legendary tales of brutal, rain-soaked bush camps, and bizarre post-game encounters with Hollywood A-listers. You can find us on&nbsp...

Peter V'Landys is officially the game's executive chairman, breaking corporate tradition. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss how a PVL executive chairmanship will play out. Penrith have put up the tarpaulins at training, leading some to ask if a touch of paranoia is setting in and whether Nathan Cleary's injury is worse than first thought. Sam Walker could catapult into Ka...

Reports today that the Perth Bears have Latrell Mitchell in their sights should he decide to leave Souths. They need a marquee name, but how much is too much? Josh Morris joins Adam Hawse to look at what Latrell's future might hold. With Sam Walker and Nathan Cleary either returning from injury or playing with injury, how much of a psychological impact will it have on their respective games? The R...

Join Levy, MG, and Piggy for a hilarious, no-holds-barred breakdown of the biggest hits and controversies in Rugby League. From furious rants about bunker blunders to passionate deep-dives into the NRL finals, they've got your weekend footy covered. Expect plenty of spicy off-field debates, bizarre boxing predictions, and heated arguments over proper pizza toppings. It's the ultimate podcast for f...

Tones & I will no longer be the NRL grand final entertainment. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to discuss whether the game has dropped the ball by having no pre-game show. With teams named for the preliminary finals, we wonder if there will be some late game day switches involving Hugo Savala at the Roosters and Luke Garner with the Panthers. Despite reports Latrell Mitchell is set to hit the open...

After a howler in the Warriors vs. Knights semi-final, referee Ashely Klein has been dropped. The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to discuss the relegation of the referees' golden child. Souths superstar Latrell Mitchell looks set to hit the open market on November 1, throwing into doubt his Rabbitohs future. Given his injury history, what is fair market value for Latrell? Sam...

A Knights and Dolphins grand final would be a fairytale for the NRL. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss why someone other than Penrith, Melbourne or the Roosters winning the premiership would be great for the game, and take a deeper dive into the unevenness of the competition. While the Warriors were on the end of some dubious calls, the attacks on referee Ashley Klein wer...