The Grizzwolds

Which Bears-bound players are starring in the NRL and Super League right now? We hand out a fresh set of votes under the 3,2,1 system... considering names like Curran, Henry, Newman, Wishart, Humphries, Russel and McDonnell. Also, we revisit the Gehamat Shibasaki. Are we having second thoughts on the Bears making a bid to land his signature for the next two seasons? Chapters: 2:45 - Second thought...

The NRL has granted the Perth Bears a conditional $500,000 in salary cap concessions. So how can we use it and who should we go after? There are reports we've tabled Gehamat Shibasaki a two-year deal worth roughly $500k a season - what do we think? Moses Leota's future at Penrith is suddenly up in the air. Is that a guy we should be in on? Also, Luke Laulili'i's signed with the Warriors for the re...

The Perth Bears are getting stuff done, appointing Gareth Holmes as their GM of Football, which is a huge gig for a startup club. Plus, we've given none other than David Campese an intriguing role. There's another Geyer in Perth, as the Bears announce they've landed Mark's son Maverick in a nice multi-generational moment for WA Rugby League. And what would fans think about going after Storm centre...

There have been mixed reviews about the Perth Bears' roster build so far. But who would your favourite signing be? We have our say, but we're keen to hear from others - feel free to leave a comment below (for those tuning in via Spotify), or head to our socials on insta & YouTube - @theGrizzwoldsNRL. Also, Jacob Preston has paused extention talks with the Bulldogs, and since he's a Bears Acade...

Fresh off the news the Perth Bears have landed highly-rated outside back Mason Barber (plus a North Sydney fan favourite on a train and trial), it's time to target a couple of fan favourites the locals can rally around. Also, the Tigers' recent form is a timely reminder that high profile players don't guarentee winning, despite what those comparing PNG to Perth would have you believe. Chapters: 2:...

Coach Mal Meninga and the Perth Bears are being investigated by the NRL's Integrity Unit for publicly courting contracted players. So were we in the wrong and what do we expect happens now? Also, the club has reportedly signed very exciting prospect Jasais Ah Kee on a three-year deal, plus is closing in on landing the prized signature of Cowboys young gun Mason Barber. These have gone under the ra...

We've been obsessing over the prospect of Bulldogs half Matt Burton being granted a chance to break his contract and join the Perth Bears as of next season. And a big domino fell this week, instagating that prospect to become very real. Plus, we had to kick off the show talking Foundation Memberships. The website had issues and some original Bears fans voice their frustration. And we target some s...

It's been another big week for the NRL club not yet playing any games. Foundation memberships officially landed on the day this podcast was released, which is big news for all the hardcore fans. In good news, the club has reportedly secured Jamie Humphreys on a three-year deal. He's an excellent pickup. And the rumblings surrounding Matt Burton won't go away. So here are the latest bits and pieces...

Most people think the Perth Bears need help. That we haven't signed anyone of note. That we're heading sharply towards a wooden spoon in 2027. And that the NRL needs to step in. But it's not that simple. Also, is Ben Ikin genuinely a possibility to take a big role in Perth? The name Luke Metcalf is getting thrown around - should we be interested and is he a good fit? Chapters: 1:30 - Whispers abou...

Well, what a week. And, let's be honest, none of it was the club's doing. PNG landed a big fish, and all of a sudden, the Perth Bears pile on went into overdrive. It's a case of Perth-ception vs. Reality. So where do we come down? Also, we have our very guest! Sam Wykes played 87 games for the Western Force and joined the show to offer his unique insight into the challenges involved in relocating...

Well, what a week. It contained good, bad and ugly. We need to be blunt about Sharpe's departure - after reports of boardroom tension, David Sharpe exits. So what's it all mean? The NRL's other new team PNG had Jarome Luai visit over the weekend - are they winning the hypothetical PR battle of the new teams right now? And it's reported that Bulldogs rising star Jonathan Sua has signed a four-year...

There has (apparently) been a bit made about our extra travel considerations and how things might logistically look. So is there cause for concern? We also thought it was worth covering the recently-launched Bear Tracks Academy and the tangible goals the club has in place. We bring back a round of 3,2,1s featuring linked or contracted Bears playing elsewhere this season, a convo that included Brod...

Well it was a dramatic week for the Perth Bears! Our CEO and GM are reportedly butting heads, culminating in a board meeting last Friday to attempt to resolve tension. We unpack it on the show and point to what's really going on. There was Rugby league in Perth last weekend, with a doule-header at Optus Stadium, where plenty of seats were left vacant. What's that mean? And reports would indicate t...

We kick things off with our thoughts on the Perth Bears mascot being announced, then dive into the show. There are reports that three key Bears signings have player options in their favour, which will impact our roster management from as soon as 2028. Spoiler: it's Wishart, Henry and Curran. Mitch then has a man-crush on Mikolaj Oledski. Then we race through some players that have been linked to t...

We are the Grizzwolds! A Perth Bears podcast. Independent and fan-focused, run by two life-long Bears tragics. We reveal some signing scoops and discuss whispers surrounding Jake Averillo, Matt Burton, Connor Watson, Arama Hau and Jonathan Sua. We also assess recruit Toby Sexton's current form in the Super League, which is cause for concern, and unpack the mess at Manly and the type of dysfunction...

We are the Grizzwolds! This is a Perth Bears podcast. We're independent and fan-focused, run by two life-long Bears tragics. We delve into recruitment targets and recent signings, unpack whether the struggles of the Western Force impact the Bears, dive into the seeminly strong Central West NSW connections and speculate on who the recruiting team should target next. Chapters: 00:00 Introducing the...

We are the Grizzwolds! Grizzly lifelongers … a dysfunctional family and community … a Perth Bears podcast. We're independent and fan-focused, run by two life-long Bears tragics. For Ep 1: We pop straight into it, unpacking Bulldogs dominoes and how they relate to Matt Burton, a key target. We also try to define a 'marquee' player, given it's been a recruitment talking point. We also hand out some...

We are the Grizzwolds! Grizzly lifelongers … a dysfunctional family and community … a Perth Bears podcast. We're independent and fan-focused, run by two life-long Bears tragics. Follow us on insta ( @thegrizzwoldsnrl ), youtube ( @TheGrizzwoldsNRL ) and please follow and subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast player.