Western Weekender

Troy and Nathan deliver their final word on State of Origin II ahead of the big showdown at the MCG. Plus a preview of Panthers v Titans, we discuss the Ashley Klein story and how close did Tom Jenkins come to leaving the Panthers? The boys also add a couple of fresh items into the Panthers museum! Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan discuss that incredible win by the Panthers over the Tigers, plus will anyone stop Penrith's run to the Premiership? We discuss State of Origin, put more items in the Panthers Museum and track down another player in Where Are They Now. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Nathan reveals something huge that has Troy questioning his credentials as a Panthers fan. We preview the Panthers v Tigers showdown, plus was rugby league really better in the 1990s? And we hear from Ivan Cleary. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Amanda, Emily and Maria are back!  This month, the girls discuss some of the things their mums drummed into them growing up - do they still apply today? Were they ever really accurate? Plus Chanel in Penrith?  Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan talk about the State of Origin result and THAT send off! Plus how did the four Panthers players perform? The boys also preview the showdown between the Panthers and Warriors on Sunday. Plus reaction to Andrew Abdo's huge news and Nine's big TV rights play. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy doubts whether Ivan Cleary will actually finish his NRL coaching career at the end of 2027. Plus the boys unpack his huge announcement last week. Nathan launches a new Where Are They now? segment, and we chat all things Magic Round and State of Origin. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Nathan Taylor and special guest co-host Peter Lang from 'Lang on League' draft their NSW Origin team ahead of next Monday's big announcement.  Plus the boys preview this Sunday's Magic Round clash against the last-placed Dragons. And they have the latest on Nathan Cleary's new contract, chat all things PNG, and 'Storytime with Pete' makes its podcast debut!  We hope you enjoy!  Visit www.westernwe...

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor crown the winner of the best Penrith Panthers song of all-time.  Plus the boys preview Sunday's Mother's Day match-up with the Canberra Raiders. And run their eye over the PNG Chiefs situation.  Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender app.  Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Welcome to an all new podcast - Weekender Women! In this episode, Amanda, Emily and Maria explore their generation gap. Is it really that big? From dating apps to technology and more - what does age change? Join us for a new episode of Weekender Women on the first of every month. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Huge news in rugby league with former Panther Jarome Luai agreeing to join the PNG Chiefs. Plus the boys preview Sunday's showdown between Penrith and Manly. And a shock result in the quest to discover Penrith's best ever theme song. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy has a plan to solve frustrations around The Bunker and Set Restarts, and he's offering it free to the NRL. Plus we preview the Panthers v Knights showdown in Newcastle.  Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Should Panthers impose a deadline on Ivan Cleary to make a decision about his future? Plus, we preview the big clash between the Panthers and Dolphins and discuss the rugby league media - is it at a crossroads? And can we please fix the NSW Cup? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Luke Priddis joined our podcast in 2024. We go back to the interview and revisit his time at the Panthers - plus he talks about his frosty relationship with Wayne Bennett. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Moses Leota joins us to talk about Nathan Cleary's 200th NRL game this Thursday night. Plus we dissect the list of players coming off-contract in 2026 and 2027 as Panthers officials desperately try to build the squad from 2028 onwards. And Nathan declares someone must be sacked mid-season! Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan preview the big clash between Penrith and Melbourne this Friday night. Plus why did Troy miss the Battle of the West? And we launch a new game! Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Luke Garner joins us to chat about his new deal with the Panthers. Plus the boys preview the Battle of the West between the Panthers and Eels. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

In a bumper edition of the podcast, Troy and Nathan preview Friday's Panthers v Roosters showdown. They also try to work out exactly what's going on with Izack Tago, plus the Alex Johnston record and what Penrith moment would see us storm the field? Nathan tries his hand at The Price Is Right with a shock result, plus what excuse does Nathan have for missing the Panthers v Sharks game? Visit www.w...

The boys preview Penrith's clash with Cronulla in Bathurst. Plus Troy talks about last week's big stadium editorial, and what's going on with Izack Tago? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan discuss "that' roof on the new Penrith Stadium. Plus the footy's back and we preview the Panthers taking on the Broncos. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan review Penrith's season launch and 60th anniversary dinner. Plus the boys reveal their top eight predictions for the year. And will Nathan finally win The Price is Right? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan discuss the new State of Origin rules, the recent Panthers Board Election, and which Panthers star has upset Troy! Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan tackle everything from crime to celebrities to plane scheduling dramas. Oh, and there's a bit of footy too. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan are back for another year. They have a quick look at the year ahead including discussing what a pass mark is for the Panthers. The boys also discuss Phil 'Buzz' Rothfield's retirement and Michael Chammas apparently heading to PNG. Plus the latest on the Panthers Board Election and the random situation with the club's NSW Cup coach. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The...

Ahead of his 15th anniversary with The Western Weekender, we catch up with Deputy Editor and Sports Journalist Nathan Taylor. He talks to us about his passion for Penrith, why he's still with the paper after all these years and shares some recent personal challenges. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Born and bred in Penrith, Rich Evans was at the forefront of Penrith's digital evolution in the 1990s and early 2000s, before moving to the Central West. Rich speaks about growing up in Penrith, connecting with the community in his new home and details the enormous health challenge he's been facing in recent years. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.