The Kayo Sports NRL Podcast

Veteran NRL prop and 14-time NSW representative Aaron Woods previews game one of State of Origin. He also re-lives his Origin debut and reveals a special moment he received that he passed down to another big-name debutant years later.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Darcie McDonald is joined by fellow Fox Sports journalist Tom Sargeant fresh off his trip to Brisbane to cover Magic Round. Tom shares some stories from the sheds — including his interaction with Des Hasler — and dissects some of the biggest talking points to come out of the round.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cowboys star Scott Drinkwater dissects his team’s start to the season and reveals some hard truths the squad had to face coming into 2024. He also reflects on his journey in the NRL and singles out the one person that’s had the biggest impact on his career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St George Illawarra Dragons legend Jason Nightingale opens up on life post-footy, revisits major moments in his 266-game career and gives his take on this year’s Dragons squad – including Zac Lomax’s move to the wing. He also reveals a hilarious story about the 2010 Anzac Day game, which includes Wayne Bennett napping before kick-off.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors utility Chanel Harris-Tavita to chat about his decision to take a year off the game and the lessons he learned while travelling the world. He also revealed what convinced him to come back to the NRL – and how his Warriors deal came about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Reynolds opens up on what life now looks like for him eight months after retiring from the NRL. He also dissects the Bulldogs’ start to the season and relives the controversial 2015 Good Friday clash with the Rabbitohs ahead of this weekend’s game.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox League analyst Greg Alexander dissects the opening round of 2024 and reveals his thoughts on one of the big talking points to come out of Round 1 - is Matt Burton a five-eighth or a centre? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expert analyst Michael Ennis sits down with the Fox League Podcast in Las Vegas to preview the double-header at Allegiant Stadium and reveals the player he is expecting to steal the show.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broncos star Pat Carrigan sits down with the Fox League Podcast just an hour after landing in Las Vegas ahead of this weekend's historic double-deader at Allegiant Stadium. He reveals some special moments from the team's time training at the LA Rams facilities and reveals what he's most excited for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eels star Mitchell Moses reflects on his stellar individual 2023 season but admits he'd throw it all away for one thing. He also analyses the Eels' last 12 months and opens up on his biggest dream. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Papenhuyzen is coming off a horror injury run but he has never been clearer or more settled in his life. The Storm superstar opens up on his recovery from a broken ankle, his trip to the US to work with Bill Knowles and reveals why he's the happiest he's ever been. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors superstar Shaun Johnson opens up on the ‘lonely place’ he found himself in and how he got back to his best form. The veteran half also reveals plans for his future on and off the field. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star halfback Adam Reynolds opens up on the aftermath of the Broncos’ grand final loss, gives an update on his contract negotiations and pinpoints the ‘scary’ thing about his likely successor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors star Addin Fonua-Blake opens up on his bombshell release request and speaks for the first on his decision to sign a four-year deal with the Sharks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brent Tate was not only a part of the Broncos' last premiership-winning side, but he also scored what essentially was the match-winning try. The Queensland and Australia representative takes the Fox League Podcast inside the wild celebrations following the Broncos' 2006 Grand Final win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby league legend Steve Renouf joins the podcast to dissect the Broncos’ stunning 2023. He re-visits the pain of the previous three seasons, revealing the club’s pride 'was shattered' and credits coach Kevin Walters for turning it around. Renouf also marvel’s at Reece Walsh’s form – and issues an ominous warning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic joins the podcast to take a look back over his decorated journey in rugby league. He opens up on the most challenging point of his career and reveals the person that’s had the most impact on his footy. Turbo also gives insight into the Trbojevic family dynamic and reveals ‘the real’ Jake Trbojevic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roosters, NSW and Australian captain James Tedesco joins the podcast ahead of one of the biggest games of the season. He takes us inside the side’s preparation ahead of their must-win clash with the Rabbitohs and also opens up on what he admits has been a ‘tough’ year, the changes he’s made and the lessons he’s learnt as a leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raiders second-rower Hudson Young opens up on his relationship with coach Ricky Stuart and why ‘Sticky’ was “really hard” on him after a couple of silly moments earlier in his career. Young also reveals his aspirations to captain the club and teased that some re-signing news is on its way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three-time premiership-winner Luke Keary joins the Fox League Podcast ahead of his 200th NRL game to reflect on his career. He reveals his ‘sliding doors’ moment, opens up on the time he thought he was done with the game - and nearly made the switch to rugby union. He also takes us inside that 2018 Grand Final win and speaks on his future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox League presenter Yvonne Sampson joins the podcast this week to celebrate Women in League Round. 'Vonny' looks back over her journey in media - from covering pigeon races in rural Queensland to hosting the coverage of some of the biggest events in Australian sport. She reveals her 'pinch-me' moment and best advice for an aspiring journalist.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRLW Dragons coach Jamie Soward opens up on how much he has learnt and changed ahead of his third season at the helm. He also lifts the lid on how the club pulled off two major signings and why they have the potential to be the "best ever" halves pairing in the women's game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW legend Steve ‘Blocker’ Roach wants Blues fans to ease up on skipper James Tedesco because he’s up there as one of the greatest fullbacks to play for the state. Blocker also reveals why he’s pumped to see Corey Horsburgh make his Origin debut and he reacts to Josh Reynolds’ retirement bombshell.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darcie McDonald is joined by foxsports.com.au's NRL editor Eamonn Tiernan to dissect all of the big Origin news after NSW and Queensland dropped their new-look teams for game three. They also dive deeper into the Tigers' and Bulldogs horror losses — where to from here? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cowboys legend Michael Morgan opens up on the injury that forced him into early retirement and the moments of doubt he had over the big decision. He also re-lives his iconic flick pass in the 2015 NRL Grand Final that has become a part of rugby league folklore, filling Johnathan Thurston's shoes in 2017 and touches on life working in finance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.