In this episode we are joined by Michael Carbone of the International Rugby League and Chasing Kangaroos podcasts! We have a great chat about all things international Rugby League! 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 Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Become a supporter of the Rugby ...
Nov 20, 2019•58 min
In this episode we talk about Israel Folau saying very silly things he knows will get him into even more strife. We look at the Golden/Silver/Bronze Boot winner and the award itself, we talk international footy include a little more talk about Great Britain, and we finish up talking about bum fights between retired footballers. All this on your favourite podcast, its Fergo and The Freak! You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check...
Nov 17, 2019•49 min
In this episode we look at the Papua New Guinea win over Great Britain, a tour which League Freak has dubbed "The Invisibles" for the fact they did not win a single game. Should they sack Wayne Bennett? Would it make a difference? The boys then talk about British Rugby league overall and the direction it is heading in. 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. Al...
Nov 16, 2019•1 hr 22 min
In this podcast we talk about the latest player movement rumours, mosty based on no facts at all. We go through the questions to be asked of Nigel Wood, the CEO of the International Rugby League in their next podcast. We talk about refreshing drinks, celebrity boxing, Bali holidays and a the massive head trauma that would come from being hit in the head by League Freaks giant hammer! You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out...
Nov 14, 2019•1 hr 16 min
In this episode we keep an eye on the Greece vs Serbia World Cup qualifier that was being played as we recorded, we talk extensively about Great Britains disastrous Lions Tour and the repercussions for the British game, we chat about the incredible Fiji vs Papua New Guinea game and just generally chat about Rugby League. We hope you enjoy it! 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 Rug...
Nov 10, 2019•56 min
In this episode we talk about the disgusting, prolonged media attacks on Sydney Roosters youngster Latrell Mitchell. We look at some of the most ridiculous articles that have been written about him of late, and one comment that is nothing short of outrageous! Hopefully he is surrounded by a good support group and isn't being exposed to this constant crap from the media. You can also follow Andrew Ferguson and The Glorious League Freak on their respective twitter accounts. Check out The Rugby Lea...
Nov 07, 2019•59 min
In this episode we are joined by Richard Shaw-Wright from the Forty20 Rugby League Podcast. We talk about the Great Britain Lions Tour, the state of Super League, expansion in British Rugby League, northern stereotypes and the 2021 Rugby League World Cup. 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 Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak fo...
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 42 min
In this episode we look at all the international games from the weekend. We look ahead to next weeks game, and just have a general chat about international footy! 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 Official Website Of The G...
Nov 04, 2019•52 min
In this episode we have a look at all of the upcoming international Rugby League games that will be played this weekend. We also look at the big press conference with new Australian Rugby League Commission Chairman Peter V'landys. He gave a 7 point plan for the game which only included 6 points. Not a bad start really! We go through all of his points, give our thought, and break the C Word record in the process. We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just emai...
Nov 01, 2019•1 hr 35 min
In this episode League Freak opens up about attending the National Rugby League brains trust consultation rules committee meeting. Nothing in this meeting is binding, but the lunch offering is fantastic! At this meeting the rules of the game will be put under a spotlight, including Golden Point, the right of reply, how it all passes the pub test, and what the man on the street thinks of it. We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to say just email us at podcast@league...
Oct 31, 2019•52 min
In this episode we run an eye over the 2020 NRL draw, we talk a lot about Sam Burgess, his playing career and the off field scrutiny by the media, we look at an incident in Church, Sonny Bill Williams massive offer to play for the Toronto Wolfpack the Wests Tigers looking at a player swap and talk a little bit about this, our 100th episode! If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the ...
Oct 29, 2019•1 hr 13 min
In this episode we do a review of all the international Rugby League player over the weekend. Including the Jillaroos vs the Kiwi Ferns, the Kangaroos vs the Kiwis, Australia A's big win over France, Tonga's domination of Great Britain, Scotland on fire against Serbia, Spain hosting Ireland and a fiery clash between Malta and Turkey! We also discuss Rugby League in Great Britain, where its headed, our fears for the future of the game there, and what possibly needs to happen for things top turn a...
Oct 27, 2019•1 hr 27 min
In this episode we are joined by Greeno from our favourite podcast, The Starting Bloc . We talk about The Starting Bloc podcast, growing up in Mt Druitt, the methadone clinic in St Marys, a brothel in Penrith, eating Alpaca, the Penrith club of choice, the Canberra Raiders, Matthew f***ing Elliott, Matt Moylan, the Wests Tigers, Tamworth, the media, commentators, watching games on TV and other stuff! If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating....
Oct 27, 2019•2 hr 8 min
In this episode we look at the numerous NRL Rumours that are flying about with players supposedly going all over the place to other clubs next year. We then look at all 16 NRL club gains and losses so far as we head into 2020. We talk a little about the weird situation at the Bradford Bulls. Then we give our thoughts on the Australia A game against France. If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps u...
Oct 24, 2019•1 hr 48 min
In this episode we look at the extraordinary 1909 season which proved to be a pivotal season for Australian Rugby League. From a failed Kangaroo Tour to the famous forfeited NSWRL Final between Balmain and South Sydney, so much happened in 1909 and this is the story of that season! Episode Links: Details Of The 1909 Season Edward Larkin Jim Devereux Ernest Broughton Pat Walsh Henry Hoyle Dally Messenger If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rati...
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 30 min
In this episode the boys give a full review of the 2019 Rugby League World 9's. They give their thoughts on the tournament and how it can be improved for the future. If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the word! 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 Le...
Oct 19, 2019•1 hr 7 min
In this episode we are joined by Professor Tony Collins , a Rugby League and Rugby Union historian about the birth of the game of Rugby, Rugby Leagues split from Rugby Union, as well as the birth of Rugby League in England, Wales, New Zealand, Australia and France. This was a fantastic discussion and we are looking forward to having Tony on again very soon! You can visit Tony's web site HERE and listen to the Rugby Reloaded Podcast ! If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting a...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 30 min
I this episode Andrew and Freak take the NRL State Of The Game survey for 2019. They go through and answer all of the question, the highlight being how they would add exciting, unpredictability to NRL games. The boys also reveal the winners of the RLPA Awards that were held tonight, then have a quick chat about the NRL issues in Bali, and Bali itself. If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to ...
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 12 min
In this episode we talk to Dr Alan Pearce who is a Neurophysiologists and Associate Professor at La Trobe University in Melbourne. Alan is the Research Manager at the Australian Sports Brain Bank Victoria. In this episode we talk to Alan about his appearance on the SBS Insight program about concussion in sport. We go in depth with a very long discussion about concussion and CTE, brain injury, dementia, how studies on CTE are put together and much, much more! We are so lucky to have one of Austra...
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we take a look at the 2019 Rugby League World 9's to be held at Bankwest Stadium on the 18th and 19th of October. We look through all three groups, talk about all the teams participating, look at a few teams we wish were added, and then we rank the teams involved. We also give a heap of shout outs! If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the word! We would love your fe...
Oct 11, 2019•59 min
In this episode we do a complete review of the 2019 NRL Grand Final, we go through all the controversial moments, we give it to the referees for one huge stuff up, then we rate every single player from both teams! View the 2019 NRL Grand Final Player Ratings Here If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the word! We would love your feedback on this episode so if you have anything to sa...
Oct 06, 2019•1 hr 42 min
In this episode we talk about possible retirement plans for Craig Bellamy and Cameron Smith, Phil Rothfield gives us some of the worst damn stories to chat about in 2019, we go through the restyle of the official Fergo and The Freak fan poll for 2019, we take a look at the 2019 NRL Grand Final between the Canberra Raiders and the Sydney Roosters, and then we talk about the good old days before the blitz when a house cost a penny and it was cool to own a penny-farthing! If you enjoy our podcast m...
Oct 05, 2019•1 hr 11 min
In this episode our number one fan, Nadine joins League Freak for a full rundown of the 2019 Dally M Medal and awards night, they talk about John Bateman's selfish act during Grand Final week, and they do a preview of the 2019 NRL Grand Final between the Sydney Roosters and Canberra Raiders! You can follow Nadine on Twitter by clicking HERE ! To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and The Freak 2019 NRL Fan Poll CLICK HERE If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five s...
Oct 03, 2019•1 hr 14 min
In this episode we look back on a short lived competition called the Endeavour Cup. While it wasn't around for very long, it had an immediate impact on the game across the world and gave us a number of rules we now take for granted in the game. Thats right ladies and gentleman, its another history episode of your favourite podcast! To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and The Freak 2019 NRL Fan Poll CLICK HERE If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating....
Sep 25, 2019•51 min
In this episode we discuss the possible return of Israel Folau to Rugby League via the Tongan test side and the possible moves by the RLIF to block him. We then talk about Sam Burgess' apology and the reason why a five minute sin bin would be a terrible idea. To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and The Freak 2019 NRL Fan Poll CLICK HERE If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the word! We woul...
Sep 23, 2019•40 min
In this episode we review the Storms big win over the Parramatta Eels, we talk about whinging old idiots that hate life, and by extension Rugby League, Paul McGregor getting one last shot to redeem his ailing coaching career after the previous six last shot, Benji Marshall goes around for one more season, a lil Greg Inglis wishful thinking, a mention about the Canterbury Cup Grand Final between the Newtown Jets and Wenty Maggies as well as talking about sleeping terrified. To take the OFFICIAL F...
Sep 22, 2019•1 hr 6 min
In this episode we take a look at the South Sydney Rabbitohs victory over the Manly Sea Eagles. There will be a lot said in the media about this contest, but we cut through all the rubbish and give our opinion on what was a great contest that was decided by teams playing their guts out! We then take up a suggestion given to us by a reader, and look at the value of wingers in the game today. We then look at a list we put together of who we believe are the top five wingers in Rugby League history!...
Sep 20, 2019•1 hr 18 min
In this episode we do a preview of both finals games for week two! We talk about the ridiculous overturning of Shane Flanagans suspension and how that doesn't line up with other players who have been banned, we throw in a little Wests Tigers talk and look at the Brisbane Broncos clear out! To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and The Freak 2019 NRL Fan Poll CLICK HERE If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps...
Sep 20, 2019•1 hr 7 min
In this episode we discuss Sam Burgess' comments about the match review committee and the NRL judiciary. We talk about the ramifications of his comments, we look at his record over the 2019 NRL season, we talk about the systems in place, and why the current system is by far and away the best one Rugby League has ever had in place. We then look at refereeing in the NRL, the job referees and match officials do, and why they should be embraced more across the game. To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and Th...
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 12 min
In todays episode we talk about the Brisbane Broncos being out the night before their record breaking loss, Darius Boyd being attacked in the media for earning money the Broncos owe to him, Elliott Whiteheads bloody gash and what we would do with $150 million. To take the OFFICIAL Fergo and The Freak 2019 NRL Fan Poll CLICK HERE If you enjoy our podcast make sure you go to your podcasting app and give us a five star rating. Also, give us a great review, it all helps us to spread the word! We wou...
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 11 min
