The Red V Podcast

A bumper epiosde of the Red V Podcast, so tune in! We discuss the re-signing of Blake Lawrie (Is it an inspiring one? Has he warranted it?). Plus round up all of the other Dragons news (trial set for Saturday, Junior Amone update, Junior rep wrap and more). Continue our position preview with a close look at the centre role for the Red V. What does Zac Lomax need to do to take that next step for th...

We are back to regular programming here on the Red V Podcast. We recap the latest Dragons news with an in depth look at the Junior Amone news, new signings for the Illawarra Women's side, name change fiasco and a lot more. Plus we begin our position review (fullbacks and wingers) , by asking the question of who will be the number 1 for the red v? Does Rava recover from his injuries? What young pla...

Hear part two of our yarn with fromer Steelers half back Josh White. Josh takes us through his career with the Steelers and the difficult time of being a player through the super league war. Plus, he takes us on his journey to the UK, and his time with Salford and the London Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of the Red V Podcast, we are joined by former Magpies and Steelers player Josh White. Josh talks about his beginnings in rugby league with brother Kyle, first grade debut against Brisbane, meeting Tommy Raudonakis as well as a lot of other fantastic yarns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear part two of our far reaching chat with Matty Elliott. Matt Talks through his coaching career, what he learnt, what he got wrong and his experiences from his days with Bradford, Canberra, Penrith and the NZ Warriors. Plus has some great yarns from his longevity in Rugby League. Merry Xmas and happy new year Red V fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are joined by Matthew Elliott for a wide ranging chat on this week's podcast. Matt talks about his beginnings in North Queensland, the accidental nature of his opportunities in Rugby League, France, coming to St George, Brian Smith and a lot more. Plus we briefly chat through the rumors of a Dragons name change and the impending signing of Ben Murdoch Masila. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

St George Illawarra CEO Ryan Webb chats to the Red V Podcast, in this week's episode. Ryan gives the latest on the Centre of Excellence, recruitment moves at the club, an update on Cody Ramsey and the expectation he has on the club for 2023. Plus we round up all of the latest news about your Dragons (teenage signings, CoE update, and South Coast trip for the Red V).  Learn more about your ad choic...

We roundup all the latest with Matt Cooper's comments on this week's podcast. Was it wise? Did he have a point? We also handle your fans questions, including talk on the history of the Dragons, the price of merchandise and an Illawarra heritage strip PLUS In the fifth and final part of the missing rings documentary, we take a journey through the latter part of the Dragons 93 campaign. Upset defeat...

As 1993 dawns on the horizon, The St George Dragons are desperate to make it back to the Grand Final. After the heartbreak of 1992, can they do it again? With new signings in Graeme Bradley and Phil Blake, along with talented juniors Nathan Brown, Jason Stevens, Gorden Tallis and Anthony Mundine, there is renewed hope for the Red V. Hear the big matches and moments that defined the 1993 season, wi...

St George has glided its way into the Semi-Finals for the first time in 7 years, on the back of some smart game plans, a positive club culture and superb resilience. In the third installment of The Missing Rings Documentary, we focus in on the Semi-Final run that saw the Saints come from the dead, to win back-to-back sudden death matches and achieve a Grand Final Appearance.  Plus insights from th...

Jamie Soward drops by the Red V Podcast to talk us through the Dragons pre-season training. Sowie chats this, the success our men and women are having over in the UK, the transition from playing to coaching, and how the club is dealing with "outside noise" Plus we jump into the time machine and head back to 1992 for part two of our Missing Rings documentary. Hear highlights, interviews and reflect...

As the offseason wears on, the Red V is on hand to continue to be your weekly entertainment. On this week's podcast we revisit our podcast documentary, The Missing Rings on the 1992 and 1993 St George Dragons. Part one focuses on the effect and influence of Brian Smith. Hear reflections from Noel Goldthorpe, Jeff Hardy, Tony Priddle and more. Plus latest Dragons news (Woods set to leave? Board cha...

On this week's podcast, we chat with former Illawarra Steelers halfback Trevor Kissell. Trevor has some great yarns, talking about the Panasonic Cup of 1989, being dropped from Andy Gregory, the Helensburgh Tigers and his relationship with the late Graham Murray, including their sprint sessions. Recap Dragons news (signings, TripADeal support of Griffin and lower grade appointments). Plus who am I...

Renowned author and St George historian Geoff Armstrong drops by the Red V Podcast to talk about the release of his latest book: The Spirit of The Red V Part Two. Geoff talks Billy Smith, the heartbreak of the 1980's, revival under Brian Smith, why the 1996 season was one of the greatest achievement in the club's history and also why you should go out and grab the book! Plus we talk Craig Young's...

In a week where there is more negative Dragons news than wet weather, the word that Tyrell Sloan rescinding his release cause was cause for celebration. However, this week on the Red V Podcast we run through everything that is happening in what has been a big week.  Zane Musgrove signing and George Burgess released, the damming words that former player Matt Cooper has for the current Dragons Regim...

With the name of St George Illawarra being dragged through the mud over the last week, we at the Red V Podcast take a deep dive into everything happening at the club.  Why did so few players turn up at the presentation? Do Ryan Webb's words ring true? Is their a lack of respect for leadership? What is wrong with management at this club? Plus we talk on Bud Sullivan's release. Have the coaching sta...

We conclude our position review, by delving into the issues the Dragons have had in the forward pack. Has recruitment played a part in the issues up front? What about the service out of dummy half? Does it affect our go forward? Plus take a look at what the side may look like in 2023. We jump into the latest Dragons news (Ben Hunt re-signing and what it means for the club. Is it the right call? Do...

How pivotal were the performances of Ben Hunt for the Red V in season 2022? Did they vindicate his price tag? What does the Dragons future look like with or without Hunt? Hear all of this in our position review as we look at the half back role, and also the at times, insipid play from the hooker position. Latest news about the Red V (Sloan released blocked, Su'a and Feagai selected in Samoa squad,...

The ascension of Junior Amone in 2022, was one of the highlights for fans of the Red V. On this week's podcast, we take a closer look at the season he had and the skills Junior possesses, that could be key for the Saints in 2023. Along with this we also review the Centre position in our position review. Zac Lomax's attitude, his skill and what to expect next season. Plus the latest on the Tyrell S...

Did the Dragons take the right action in dealing with Tyrell Sloan during the season? Was he initial dropping a harsh move? Mat Feagai making strides on the wing, is he set for a booming 2023? We attempt to answer this as well as lots more in our position review, where we look at the Fullback and Wing positions for the Red V. Round up the latest news (Coaching changes, pathways update, Jersey Fleg...

As the regular season closes on the St George Illawarra NRL side, we ask questions of the 2022 season. Despite winning 12 games during the season, did the wins paper over some of the cracks? Are we where we want to be heading into 2023? Hear the review of the final round win against Brisbane (Feagai starring, a glimpse into the future and everything else). Latest Dragons news (signing rumor's, NRL...

Why did the win against the Wests Tigers feel like a loss? Hear all about it on this week’s red v podcast. A full recap of the game, a focus on Zac Lomax, ill-discipline and why there has been zero improvement during 2022. A preview of the final game of the season (do the dragons squad have trepidations of playing at Kogarah?) A frank talk about the lack of identity on and off the field that has s...

In a game where the young kids shone, there is a different outlook in our match review this week. Sullivan's class at dummy half, the advancement of Junior Amone and the off-the-cuff style of footy we enjoyed. We take a look at the news surrounding Ben Hunt's future and the Dragons last ditch bid to lure Cameron Ciraldo to the club. Chat with Dragons Jersey Flegg Captain and Hooker Sam Hooper abou...

On this week's podcast we review the 2 point loss to Canberra that condemned the Dragons to their 3rd straight defeat. Is there respite in sight? Have the Dragons mismanaged the way they are developing Tyrell Sloan? Or has Anthony Griffin got it right? Why are the young players being continuously overlooked? What do they need to do more of? Can Hook see something we can't? Plus latest news (NRLW l...

What more can be said about the club at this current stage? We disect the derby loss to Cronulla, and talk about the lack of imagination offensively under Griffin's reign. Talk about the James Graham punting, and what if any, plan the board and upper management have for the future.  Why are they sitting idly by and staying silent at such a low time in the club's history? Plus preview of the Canber...