We hit you right in the ears with our NRL two thirds of the way through the season...ah...season review. We review every single team in the NRL in great depth and talk about how we expect each team to finish the NRL season. Give us feedback! Tell us what you think of your team. Rate, like, retweet and subscribe! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on t...
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 56 min
In this episode we talk about the end of Paul McGregors time as the coach of the St George/Illawarra Dragons. The Dragons are terrible and its time for a change. We also look at the sacking of Garth Brennan and who the candidates are to replace him. We then have a quick talk about the 300 game milestones reach by Gavin Cooper and Benji Marshall and speak about Cameron Smiths place in Rugby League history as he comes the NRL's first 400 game player. We would love your feedback on this episode so ...
Jul 15, 2019•1 hr 10 min
This is our LIVE pre-game show leading into State Of Origin 3 for 2019. We talk about a whole range of very interesting subjects that are sure to tickle your fancy...or something else! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics. Also check out The Off...
Jul 10, 2019•1 hr 17 min
This is our State Of Origin 3 preview show! We talk about the big decider and then we look at some of the latest news from the NRL and Super League! Remember to catch us in the hour leading up to Origin kickoff when we broadcast our live show on Twitter and Periscope! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out T...
Jul 09, 2019•1 hr 2 min
In this weirdo episode we watch the the second half of the Wests Tigers vs Sydney Roosters match. We talk a lot of footy and we do a little commentary. Then we just decided to watch TV! We took a look at what was on and had a chat about it all! Its a bit different, but see what you think about it! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective...
Jul 08, 2019•1 hr 34 min
In a very special episode we talk with Alan Pearce, a Neurophysiologists and Associate Professor at La Trobe University in Melbourne. Alan is the Research Manager at the Australian Sports Brain Bank Victoria. We talk about Concussion and CTE, the effects on sportspeople who are suffering from brain trauma, the way CTE is diagnosed and the ongoing research on CTE not only in Australia but across the world. We are very lucky to have one of Australia's leading experts in this field on the podcast. ...
Jul 05, 2019•38 min
In the very first episode of Fergo and The Freak we talk about the history of international Rugby League, the driving forces behind change, the impact Australia has on driving the game forward, and changes we would like to see made to the international game going forward. Follow Andrew at https://twitter.com/andrewrlp Follow League Freak at https://twitter.com/LeagueFreak
Jul 04, 2019•1 hr 30 min
In this episode we talk about the selection Mitchell Pearce for game 3 in the NSW State Of Origin side, Tim Simona gets the green light for a redemption story, Tariq Sims and his wife's opinion on the judiciary, George Burgess and his eye gouging ban, the George Hotel in sunny and glorious Huddersfield, the Rugby League museum at NRL HQ in Sydney, photosynthesis and much, much more! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.co...
Jul 04, 2019•1 hr 11 min
On todays episode we talk about retro footy, how the NRL retro rounds should actually look, we list the three best Great Britain player we have ever seen play the game, we talk about Kangaroo Tours, old school referees, old school commentators and much, much more! This was an awesome chat and we are already looking to have James join us again in the near future! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow...
Jul 02, 2019•1 hr 21 min
In this episode we look at the Queensland State Of Origin team for game 3 in 2019 in Sydney, then we go through all the mid-season player movement in the NRL and talk about player movement rumours for this season and beyond. Its a packed episode! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The Rugby League Projec...
Jul 01, 2019•1 hr 26 min
In this episode The Glorious League Freak is named as the NRL CEO. He lays out his grand plan on the very first day in the job. He hires some people. He fires some people. He kicks in a few doors, forces through a few take overs and much, much more! He also does a live, on air consultation with a member of the Rugby League community...Mrs Fergo! This was a fun episode to record and we both hope you enjoy it so much that you tell all of your friends to subscribe to our podcast! We would love your...
Jun 28, 2019•1 hr 6 min
In this fantastic episode Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak sit down and discuss the incredible opinion, analysis and breaking news that was splashed across the Daily Telegraph on this fine day! We talk about concussion in Rugby League, player loyalty, Rugby League's great demise in Perth, as well as a heap of talk about the Wests Tigers, League Freak offers to give Andrew a tour of Mount Druitt and much, much more! This was a fun, casual episode you are sure to enjoy. Don't mind Lea...
Jun 27, 2019•1 hr 32 min
In this episode we answer questions from #AskKenty that have been sent in to NRL 360. Paul Kent doesn't answer too many questions, but we get stuck right into them! We also have a very special question via email, we compare players to cars, and towards the end we do our very first bit of editing due to a technical issue! We are real producers now (At least Andrew is anyway!). If you like this episode remember to Retweet the tweets and Share the Facebooks and all that good stuff we love! We would...
Jun 25, 2019•1 hr 19 min
In this episode super guru Andrew Ferguson and Rugby League expert League Freak give their unparalleled thoughts and opinions of the incredible win by New South Wales in State Of Origin 2! Who played well, who played poorly, the amazing, recording breaking crowd, and who may not be there for game 3 in Sydney. This was a great episode full of goodness that the entire family can enjoy! Also, how's it going Mystic! :-D We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just ...
Jun 24, 2019•33 min
In the second ever Fergo and The Freak live show we answer questions put forward by Andrews Mum, we look at the #AskKenty on Twitter, we gave a million shout-outs to followers who retweeted the live show and we pushed with all our might to encourage the conception of a child this very evening. We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twi...
Jun 23, 2019•1 hr 9 min
In the first of a three part series we look at the history of the Rugby League State Of Origin series. As we look at the history of interstate football between NSW and QLD from 1908 to 1981 and we talk about the birth of State Of Origin football. We go through each thrilling series, the highlights, the low-lights, the players who stood out, and the people that shaped this incredible contest. This is the Wally Lewis Era, from 1980 to 1991. We hope you enjoy it! We would love your feedback on this...
Jun 20, 2019•1 hr 6 min
In this episode the boys talks about the international Rugby League matches that are being played over the weekend, what more can be done to promote the international game, the Womens State Of Origin match, lots of talk about the Rugby League State Of Origin in Perth, and so many shout outs that they can not all be listed here! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious L...
Jun 18, 2019•54 min
In this episode of the official NRL podcast of Andrew Ferguson and League Freak the boys cast their eyes over both the Queensland and New South Wales teams for game two of the 2019 State Of Origin series. They review both teams, look at the in's and out's, they talk about Mitchell Pearce's decision to make himself unavailable for selection, why NSW selectors want Nathan Cleary to be a success at Origin level and look at the mainstream media's outrageous reactions over the last week as they claim...
Jun 17, 2019•59 min
Something a little bit different today! This is the recording of the live show we did on Twitter and Periscope on Friday night. It is a lot looser than our normal podcasts but you might still enjoy it anyway. We basically had a general chat about whats happening in the game here and there and tried to stay out of trouble! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@leaguefreak.com You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League ...
Jun 15, 2019•1 hr 10 min
In this episode Andrew and League Freak make their changes to both New South Wales and Queensland for State Of Origin two to be held in Perth. They also do a deep drive into the possible selection of Mitchell Pearce...and Freaky goes on an epic rant! There are stats, shout-outs and the re-naming of a nation! So....enjoy! You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics. ...
Jun 14, 2019•43 min
In this episode we talk to James Smith who is the Editor at Inside Sport Magazine and co-host of the Dead In Goal podcast . James talked to us about interviewing athletes and delving into their stories, retro football, meeting your heroes and good old fashioned scrums. This was a really fun interview and we will be having James back on the podcast once again very soon! Follow Fergo and The Freak on their new Twitter account . You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on t...
Jun 13, 2019•36 min
In today's special birthday episode we look at some of the recent players moves in the NRL, we talk about some of the rumoured moves, we talk about a few coaches under pressure, the makeup of the NSW Origin team for game two, the Queens honours list, we give a HEAP of shout outs, and some late breaking Kevin Durant news! Follow Fergo and The Freak on their new Twitter account . You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The R...
Jun 11, 2019•1 hr 34 min
On today's episode we dive into the #AskGreenberg Twitter questions that were asked on Monday. We try to answer all of the ones Greenberg and the NRL social media team missed. We also had our first live guest on this episode. Sure, they are a Sharks supporter, but it still counts! This was a really fun episode, you are sure to like it! Follow Fergo and The Freak on their new Twitter account . You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. ...
Jun 07, 2019•1 hr 34 min
In today's episode we break down the annual NRL player poll for 2019. We got through each question, give you the results, line them up against last years results, and then give our thoughts on what it all means! We also talk a little about State Of Origin game one, and finish up with some major breaking news out of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Follow Fergo and The Freak on their new Twitter account . You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter acc...
Jun 06, 2019•1 hr 36 min
In this episode Andrew and Freaky talk about how State Of Origin ruins the NRL competition for six whole weeks. Andrew provides stats on NRL crowds during the Origin period and they boys talk about the alternatives to split rounds and weakened NRL teams. We also hear the latest episode in the podcast love-beef with The Starting Bloc by drafting in Joe Rogan who gives them a subtle shout-out in his latest episode with Greg Fitzsimmons. Did you see that guy hit that moose with his car? You can fol...
Jun 03, 2019•47 min
On this episode the boys talk about Cody Walker and Josh Addo-Carr both announcing that they will not sing the Australian National Anthem ahead of State Of Origin one, the headbutting incident in the Panthers vs Sea Eagles match, and Wayne Bennett fibbing to the media about the chase for James Roberts. The second half of this episode see's League Freak trying to explain Game Of Thrones in 90 seconds with words, then just pure reactions, all scattered in with talk about how good The Starting Bloc...
May 31, 2019•54 min
In this episode we look at the history of rule changes over the course of Rugby League history. From the very early days in England where the sport was basically a slightly different version of Rugby Union, right through the games golden era that saw major changes made, up until this season with rules such as the HIA rules. This is a big episode that you are sure to enjoy. We loved looking through the history of the game like this. If you enjoy this episode make sure you share it around and tell...
May 30, 2019•1 hr 50 min
In this episode Andrew and Freaky cast their eye over the NSW and QLD State Of Origin teams for game one! They talk about who was lucky to make the sides, who was unlucky to miss out, who they think will win the game, and who will win the series! Bonus content, a level up mid podcast by Andrew daughter. As always, subscribe and give a five star review to The Starting Bloc. :-)
May 27, 2019•24 min
In this episode Matt Attard joins us once again as we talk about our love for The Starting Bloc, Nathan Cleary playing Origin, DWZ on his way out at Penrith, Mitchell Moses, Clint Gutherson and much, much more! Subscribe to the podcast and give us a five star rating! To ask a question on the podcast simply email podcast@leaguefreak.com Follow Andrew Ferguson and League Freak on Twitter and check out the Fergo and The Freak website ....
May 23, 2019•41 min
On this episode we review the coaching performance of all 16 NRL head coaches. We look at who is doing a great job and who could be doing a whole lot better! We also have a major love-in for The Starting Bloc , who we love, so very much! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and if you see it posted on Twitter or Facebook give it a RETWEET or a SHARE as they help us so much in spreading the word of this podcasts existence! You can follow Andrew Ferguson and League Freak on their Twitter pages. ...
May 21, 2019•1 hr 30 min
