Western Weekender

We preview the Panthers v Rabbitohs Friday night showdown in Penrith, plus Luke Garner joins us. And after back-to-back losses at a crucial time of the year, are the Panthers GONE? Plus in Remember When, we reflect on the 2014 NRL Finals series and THAT win over the Roosters. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Part one of our Farewell Penrith Park coverage, as we look at the venue's history. We catch up with Izack Tago, preview Penrith's clash against Canberra and discuss the 14th rugby league Immortal. Plus in Remember When, we remember the Penrith career of Darryl Brohman. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

We unpack Penrith's loss to Melbourne, including Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury. Can the Panthers win the title if the worst happens and he's ruled out for the year? We also talk about a major Hall of Fame snub, and name our favourite commentators. And in Remember When, we reflect on the 1991 Grand Final. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Sunia Turuva and Matt Eisenhuth join the podcast. Plus we remember the 1997 Super League season, and preview the Battle of the West between Penrith and Parramatta. And we reflect on Barney Allam, the long-time Panthers sponsor who passed away this week. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor unpack the Brian To'o story from during the week, plus Scott Sorensen joins us. We preview Sunday's clash between the Panthers and Knights, and reflect on Ron Willey's impact on Penrith in Remember When. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Jarome Luai joins Tension's Running High to chat about his return to clubland, and Nathan Taylor runs us through what sports Penrith players would tackle at the Olympics. Plus we reflect on our favourite memories of Panthers Leagues Club, and preview Sunday afternoon's clash against St George-Illawarra. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy and Nathan discuss Sunday's clash between Penrith and the Dolphins, and review Origin III. Plus Mitch Kenny joins us for a chat, and we debate a big question: Who is the greatest ever Panther? We also reflect on the Go The Mighty Panthers ahead of the iconic song's 35th anniversary. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor chat about last week's win over Brisbane, and preview State of Origin III. Plus we get into a big discussion about Panthers honouring their history, and we fire up the NRL ladder predictor! Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Moses Leota joins the podcast, as we preview the Friday night Grand Final rematch between Penrith and Brisbane. Plus we reflect on The Footy Show, chat about Daine Laurie re-signing and plenty more... including why Troy thinks State of Origin is not a disadvantage to teams. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Hear from Penrith winger Sunia Turuva and coach Ivan Cleary, plus Troy and Nathan preview Sunday's clash between Penrith and North Queensland. And we reflect on footy cards from the past, and celebrate Penrith's 1000 days as Premiers. Plus our Origin II thoughts. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor take a look at the week that was in Pantherland. On the anniversary of his death, we remember Ben Alexander. Plus the return of the chocolate soldiers, and do you remember the match day sausage sizzle at Penrith Park? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

In our new Penrith Panthers podcast, Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor discuss the Taylan May saga, plus some signing news and we preview the Panthers versus the Knights. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor have the last word on Sunday footy as the Panthers prepare to take on the Sea Eagles. Can Penrith bounce back from a last-start loss, or will the Sea Eagles do the double on Ivan Cleary's side in 2024? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Hear from Ivan Cleary as Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor present your last minute preview of tonight's clash between the Panthers and Dragons. Plus Nathan provides some insight into his visit to NSW Origin training earlier this week. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor preview the top four blockbuster between Penrith and Cronulla at PointsBet Stadium. Can the Panthers bounce back from last week's win over the Warriors and grab a vital two competition points? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor preview the Magic Round clash between Penrith and the Warriors. Plus, they chat about the time ahead without Nathan Cleary and the David Fifita debacle. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

It's game day! Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor have the final say on tonight's clash between Penrith and Canterbury. Will it be all one-way traffic at the foot of the Mountains, or will the Bulldogs put up a fight? Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor preview the Round 9 NRL clash between Penrith and South Sydney at Accor Stadium. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

50 years ago, George Rabie started an electrical retail business in Penrith. He would go on to become one of Penrith's leading business operators, with Little & Rabie becoming iconic in the local area. George joins us to talk about his career in retail and business - its challenges, its joys and why, in 2017, he opted to call it a day after four decades in business. Visit www.westernweekender....

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor offer your last minute preview ahead of the Round 8 NRL clash between Penrith and North Queensland. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Mat Thompson is the voice of rugby league at Channel 9. Growing up in Penrith, Mat's passion for sport him saw him pursue a career in broadcasting. He would eventually take over as Chief Sports Broadcaster at Wide World Of Sports, replacing the legendary Ray Warren. Mat provides some intriguing insights into NRL broadcasting, and lifts the lid on the perceived rivalry between Nine and Fox Sports....

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor provide your last minute Panthers v Tigers preview ahead of the Round 7 NRL clash in Bathurst. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Scott McRae remains the longest serving ground announcer in Panthers history, becoming the voice of Penrith Stadium between 1998 and 2019. In this podcast, Scott speaks about how he got the job in the first place - and opens up about his controversial exit. Raw, honest and at times explosive, Scott doesn't hold back in a must-listen interview. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The West...

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor preview the Round 5 NRL clash between Penrith and Manly at 4 Pines Park. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.

Warren Smith has been President of St Marys Rugby League Club for 35 years. As he prepares for his retirement, Warren speaks to us about his extraordinary stint at St Marys, and what has made the club so successful over the years. Visit www.westernweekender.com.au or download The Western Weekender App.