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Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to break down State of Origin selections for both NSW and Queensland. Was Dylan Edwards unlucky? How could Billy Slater omit Reece Walsh? Will Tolu Koula on the wing work? Plus, Josh Morris says the blowout scores in Magic Round prove the game needs some wrestle. Also, dire times for the Broncos, Bulldogs and Tigers, how the Warrior...

Welcome to the Mark My Words podcast, where the boys are packing their bags for NRL Magic Round in Brisbane, confirming they will definitely be sinking a few beers together but strictly avoiding nightclubs and discos. They dive into Ivan Cleary retiring in 2027 and where his superstar son Nathan might end up. The absolute highlight is MG's traumatic childhood story about his dad, "A...

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to discuss the breaking news that Ivan Cleary will step down as Panthers coach at the end of season 2027, with Peter Wallace to take over. Cleary has earned the right to go out on his terms. He will go down as one of the greatest coaches of all time, but what does it mean for the future of Nathan Cleary?  Also, why Yeo should be...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Adrian Proszenko joins James Willis to discuss Origin bolters, positional switches and pariahs. Which Dolphins player is now in the Blues frame? Plus, why Magic Round must remain in Brisbane, the Perth Bears war chest, Luke Metcalf's unhappiness, and is Spencer Leniu providing bang for his buck at the Roosters? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wher...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to debate whether Dylan Edwards or James Tedesco should be the Blues fullback. Their numbers are remarkably similar, so Josh asks the question, could they play in the same side? Also, Billy Slater's halfback options in the absence of Tom Dearden, why the Perth Bears were rushed into the competition, and Joey Walsh on the rise for Ma...

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to debate whether the Panthers dynasty is really coming to and end, given Liam Martin's decision to test the open market and with a host of big name players coming off contract. Also, a Perth Bears insider said they don't need a marquee player, as Mal Meninga is their marquee signing. Really?! Plus, the end of Latrell Mitchell's medi...

The Australian's Andrew Webster joins James Willis to look at what expansion really means for the NRL. Is the game betting against itself by playing off the Perth Bears and the PNG Chiefs, given the their lack of level footing with concessions? Is the desperation for more teams and games set to water down the product with inferior players? Plus, what bragging rights does the NRL really have over t...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to debate whether the speed of the game and points blowouts are what fans really want, and the consequences for Origin. Josh fears State of Origin will loses its grind factor. Does it really matter if Bulldogs players missed a flight? Plus, injury concerns for the Blues, and we look into whether it's too soon to lock down Kieran For...

Mark Geyer and The Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to talk about the impact Jarome Luai's signing with the PNG Chiefs will have on the franchise and the flow on effects for other clubs. With the Perth Bears struggling to make the same waves and unable to dangle the carrot of tax-free earnings, it's only fair they get some concessions of their own. Plus, the Bulldogs woes compounded b...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins James Willis to explore what Jarome Luai's meeting with the PNG hierarchy means for the rest of the competition. Are perks like private jets, prime ministerial endorsements and of course, tax-free earnings getting too big to ignore? Where does it leave a new club like the Perth Bears? Plus, Alex Johnston's celebrated move to PNG, Bellamy's Storm problem...

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to deliberate on Dean Young's appointment as Dragons interim coach. Young has stamped his authority early, but looking into the future, how important is it for the Dragons coach to have club DNA? Also, why James Maloney is an outstanding choice as NSW assistant coach, and how Tolu Koula could be the Blues X-factor. For all your NRL n...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins James Willis to break down the coaching cleanout at the St. George-Illawarra Dragons. With Michael Ennis joining Shane Flanagan and GM of Football Ben Haran on the scrapheap, what lies in store for the Dragons? Under Dean Young, mass changes await. Also, how serious is the NRL about buying a stake in the English Super League? For all your NRL news - fol...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to break down the situation at the Dragons. With Shane Flanagan out, along with GM of Football Ben Haran, what are the next steps? Despite the announcement of Flanagan's departure, no coach has yet been named. Dean Young is no certainty to take over. Also, Trbojevic and Haas's injuries deal a blow to NSW, and the Eels old boys spur...

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join Adam Hawse to discuss more dilemmas at the Dragons. Boom front rower Loko Pasifiki Tonga wants out. Does Scott Drinkwater really want to to go to a club in turmoil with the coach's future uncertain? Plus, a lack of patience when it comes to developing halves, and Savelio Tamale's bizarre decision to drop himself to reserve grade. For all your NRL...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to talk Tigers. Sure, they're winning now, but is Campbelltown really their future? Plus, they need to fork out the 900K to lock away Jahream Bula. Also, Matt Dufty's recall spells the end of Latrell as a fullback, and who are the genuine options in the market for the battered Parramatta Eels? For all your NRL news - follow the Continuous Cal...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join Adam Hawse to join in the collective frustration over the stupid disruptor rulings. A bad call is going to cost a team a big game. Plus, the Storm's stumbles, Flanno's future (despite there being no board meeting as reported) and why Benji Marshall is the quintessential modern coach. For all your NRL news - follow the Continuous Call Team - wher...

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join Adam Hawse to discuss Mitch Moses getting in the face of the referee. Players remonstrating with match officials is getting out of hand. Also, Connor Watson would look good at Perth or PNG, why a team in Brisbane's western corridor is a no-brainer, and Andrew Webster's exclusive on trouble with Perth's GM of Football, David Sharpe. For all your N...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to dissect the Dragons. How much time does Shane Flanagan have left? If the losses continue into Anzac Day, the board may pull the trigger on the coaching staff. Plus, the Eels push for salary cap dispensation, Gus's smother on Xerri, and rounds of applause for Kieran Foran, Newcastle and the Wests Tigers.   For all your N...

Mark 'MG' Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join Adam Hawse to discuss the return of Victor Radley after the Roosters shaved a week off his suspension for a drug related scandal. Was it over the top to start with? Plus, the boys discuss whether a national pathways system in New Zealand is better than a second team, why Ponissi to Manly is a pipedream and PNG's quota for local talent. See o...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to explore Willie Peters' hit list for the PNG Chiefs. Cleary, Munster and Yeo would be attractive to any coach, but yes, some players will go there purely for the money. Also, has Kieran Foran been set up to fail at Manly? And several clubs are being urged to roll the dice on their young halves, namely the Dragons with Kade Reed and Manly wi...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join Adam Hawse to break down the mess at Manly. With Seibold gone, how much fault lies with the Penn family? And if the next coach must have Manly DNA, then Matt Ballin is the favourite. Plus, the Flanagan dilemma facing the Dragons, Willie Peters to write PNG's story, and our thoughts with Tui Kamikamica. For all your NRL news - follow the Continuo...

Mark 'MG' Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to unpack the drama at the Brisbane Broncos. It should come as no surprise that Ben Te'o quit. Plus, the Rabbitohs move back to Allianz Stadium is a great thing for rugby league. If you have a world class stadium, use it! As for the Dragons, when will Shane Flanagan feel the pressure? For all your NRL news - follow the Continuou...

The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins James Willis to discuss the noise emerging from the Brisbane Broncos. After Gorden Tallis applied the heat, Ben Te'o has sensationally quit after a verbal confrontation with Michael Maguire. Clearly a premiership has not silenced the critics. Plus, DCE's return to Brookvale, and the NRL is beating the AFL on another metric - multicultural representation...

Josh Morris and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to address the problem of ruck speed and fatigue in the game. It's leading to more injuries and HIAs. Is a fast game necessarily a good game? Plus, the Broncos are being petty by removing Gorden Tallis's name from a conference room, and PNG offering tax free third party deals is enough to get J Moz out of retirement. See omnystudio....

Mark Geyer and the Australian's Andrew Webster join James Willis to have an uncomfortable conversation about Jake Trbojevic and his future. Plus, Gus Gould is the master manipulator in the Bronson Xerri affair, and PVL vs the AFL. Does the ARLC chairman need to keep starting code wars? For all your NRL news - follow the Continuous Call Team - wherever you get your podcasts. It’s your one sto...