On this edition of Freddy & the Eighth Roosters star James Tedesco joins the show, revealing how last year’s Origin axing surprised him. Joey ERUPTS at the return of cannonball tackles and calls for it to be banned. Freddy can’t keep his mouth shut and spills the beans on a hilarious Tommy Raudonikis story. Plus, the gang predict who will make the finals in a congested NRL ladder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 25, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are joined by our biggest guest yet! The NSW Premier Chris Minns is in the house to chat footy and his beloved Bulldogs. The boys break down the changes to the NSW and QLD squads ahead of Game II. Angus Crichton takes a cheeky swipe at Freddy like he did with Gus on 100% Footy. Plus, the 8th Immortal shares some breaking news about his future! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 11, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason for another action-packed week of Freddy & the Eighth. The boys highlight the Brisbane Broncos’ BIGGEST issue and who is to blame for their 2025 season downfall. With Mitch Barnett out for the Origin series, Joey tosses up a few names of who could replace him. Freddy responds to talks of him eyeing off the Kangaroos' job. Plus, Freddy and Joey’s mid-season reviews, who has been the most surprising and most disappointing. See omnystudio.com/lis...
Jun 04, 2025•47 min
From Suncorp Stadium Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler take you into the inner sanctum of the sheds and relive running out onto Suncorp Stadium. 30 years on from Fatty’s Neville Nobody’s, Ben Ikin joins the show. Along with Danny Buderus who shares some hilarious stories of nights out with Joey. Plus, a massive preview of Game 1 of State of Origin 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 10
On a special episode of Freddy & the Eighth, NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley drops by to chat all things Origin and reveals a massive hint at who the NSW five-eighth will be. The boys raise the alarm bells after the Tigers' blowout loss. Plus, Laurie Daley tells the hilarious story of Wayne Bennett from his time at the Raiders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 13, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Your favourite duo have survived Magic Round (barely) and are ready to rip into the latest news in Rugby League. Freddy issues a stern message to David Fifita and Joey begs him not to waste his talent. The boys debate who should be Fullback for NSW, Teddy, Edwards or Turbo? We look at an ALL-TIME sledge between Mitchell Moses and Brayden Trindall. Plus the boys appear on a BRAND NEW spinoff show on Channel 9, tune in to find out what it is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 07, 2025•47 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason as they unpack the latest news in the world of Rugby League. Freddy dismisses claims Mitchell Moses should be selected to play for NSW after an EPIC performance. Joey explains how the Bulldogs are having such early success. Plus, special guest LT Commander Dave Miln joins the show to share his story. All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 23, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The Legends are disgusted with Lachlan Galvin’s narrative for leaving the Wests Tigers. 10 years on, we dive back into the archives to remember the Bad Friday match. The boys and Danika read out some hilarious fan mail. Plus, with Origin only 42 days away, the team preview what the Blues squad could look like. All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 16, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The boys debate who Laurie Daley will select in the halves for NSW. Trent Robinson & Ivan Cleary have swung the axe over some key players ahead of Round 6. We look at Danika’s modelling career (and the boys). Plus, what is the greatest sports movie of all time? The trio rank their top 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 09, 2025•42 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns believe Daly Cherry-Evans has already locked in a deal with a rival club, who could it be? Special guest, Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs star forward Josh Curran joins the show to chat about THAT penalty from Round 3. The boys debate over who is the greatest Prop of all time. All that and much more on another episode of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 26, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Join Rugby League legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns as they break down the week that was in the NRL. Freddy issues a massive call for Origin to be revamped. Joey condemns certain clubs for their ‘terrible’ start to 2025. Street Talk makes a hilarious comeback as Millie Elliot takes to the streets of Newcastle, all that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 19, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 2
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are back for 2025, joined by new host the one and only Danika Mason. Joey shares his advice to Dylan Brown about handling the pressures of the Newcastle Fishbowl. Cronulla Sharks star Toby Rudolf joins the show and reveals the hilarious ongoings at the Sharks. Freddy unveils a new segment! Plus, a preview of Round 2. All that and more in Freddy & the Eighth’s MASSIVE return. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 12, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 1
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns get in a heated debate over whether Kalyn Ponga should or shouldn’t be made to play for Australia. Freddy shares a TMI story that leaves Joey and Mat Thompson dying of laughter. The boys give their season reviews of the Sea Eagles and Cowboys. Plus, an extensive preview of the preliminary finals matches. All that and much more on another episode of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 25, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 23
With the beginning of the NRL Finals kicking off this week Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and Mat Thompson break down the ins and outs of week 1 of the Finals race. The Sydney Morning Herald’s Michael Chammas shares the latest news surrounding the Josh Addo-Carr scandal. We dive into the archives to relive some of the best schoolboy’s footy moments. Plus, the boys decipher which era of footy was the most entertaining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 11, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Footy legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns debate which era produced the best playmakers ever! Freddy backs Kevin Walters to continue on as coach of the Brisbane Broncos, despite a ‘terrible’ season. The boys react to some filthy high-shots from the good old days. Plus, Joey recalls one of his own cheap shots on a very young Johnathan Thurston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 04, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson for another hilarious edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The NRL legends take a look back at one of the worst high shots you’ll ever see!! And it only resulted in a penalty! The Eighth Immortal introduces his brand new segment ‘My Heroes’. Plus the boys give their grilling evaluation of the bottom teams in the 2024 NRL Premiership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 28, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 20
After a month off the boys are finally back! Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson take a deep dive into the biggest talking points in the NRL. Joey doesn’t hold back about the lack of consultancy himself and fellow Immortals Wally Lewis and Mal Meninga were able to give to the NRL Hall of Fame over the decision to name the newest Immortal. Freddy believes the NRL and South Sydney Rabbitohs have let Latrell down. Plus, the boys name the teams who are hot and who is not going into the final...
Aug 21, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 19
On a hilarious episode of Freddy & the Eighth Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler are joined by Footy Show Legend Paul Vautin as they take a look back at some of Fatty’s finest moments. The boys preview the Origin decider, Joey predicts an all out brawl to erupt. Plus, a trip down memory lane to 2022 where the resemblance to this year’s Origin series is uncanny. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect and analyse the race to the Top 8, Mat Thompson and Brad Fittler blow up about the state of park footy, and Joey calls for QLD to axe one of their great Maroons if they want to win Origin. Take a behind the scenes look at what goes on in the commentary box. Get ready to laugh as we take a look at the funniest stretcher fails and Joey’s hilarious Fyshwick moment. Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 18 games on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/list...
Jul 03, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Latrell Mitchell's & Mitchell Moses' 'X-Factor' abilities to win Game II for NSW. Joey Believes Connor Watson can replicate a similar performance to that of NSW Blues great Brad Wing. Damien Cook is off to the Dragons, are they a chance of making the finals with him there? We dig through the archives to find some of the best long-range tries in NRL history. The boys slam players who are milking penalties and are glad changes are going to be made. Plus, Brad...
Jun 19, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 16
The Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns issues a HUGE piece of advice for phenom Lachlan Galvin as he reaches a crossroads in his young career. NRL Legend Brad Fittler breaks down NSW Blues ongoing Fullback battle between Dylan Edwards and James Tedesco. The NRL Greats applaud the Women's State of Origin and the rate at which the game is evolving. Plus, the boys share some stories about which goal-kickers they looked to as kids and we dig through the archives to find the funniest goal-kicking fails of ...
Jun 12, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Former NSW coach Brad Fittler doesn’t hold anything back when reflecting on Game 1 of last year’s State of Origin series. The NRL legend calls out the ‘uneducated people’ slamming his decision to play Nicho Hynes in the centres and later storms out after seeing a controversial penalty that changed the outcome of the game. Joey reveals who the Parramatta Eels should be calling to be their next coach. Plus, the boys give their thoughts on Madge’s overhaul of the Blues and Billy’s bizarre bench lin...
May 29, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns collaborate on their ultimate NSW Blues lineup for State of Origin Game 1. The footy masterminds debate history vs form, unpack every position, and identify the game plan for beating the Queensland Maroons. The boys react to Brad Arthur's sacking and what it means for the Eels, dish out their votes for the F8 Medal, and squirm at the worst footy spews. Plus, a preview of this week's Indigenous Round on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
May 22, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Former NSW Blues players Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns name the curveball halves they'd pick for State of Origin after NSW's horror run with injuries. Alongside Mat Thompson, the boys react to the news of Wayne Bennett returning to the Rabbitohs, rank David Fifita's spectacular backflip, and preview the Women's State of Origin. Plus, Joey gives his tips on how to survive Magic Round in Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 15, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Brad Fittler is joined by The Big Marn himself, Darryl Brohman & host Mat Thompson. The NRL legends explore the scary possibility of David Fifita's future at the Penrith Panthers and how many premierships could they win with him. We check in with the Eighth on his vacation, what has he gotten himself into? Yasmin Clydsdale joins the show to chat about the first ever three-game series in the Women's State of Origin. Plus, we take a look back at some of the best moments of The Big Marn! All th...
May 09, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 11
With the dismissal of Jason Demetriou from the South Sydney Rabbitohs everyone is speculating that Wayne Bennett will fill the void, but the Eighth Immortal believes the master coach has another team in his sights. NSW Blues legend Brad Fittler throws his support behind the long kickoff debate and demands the NRL find another way. The Boys share some of their best Alfie Langer stories. Plus, Joey has some unhinged words of wisdom for all the men over 40 years old. All that and more on another we...
May 02, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns butt heads over the punch-on debate, but both legends agree that the niggling antics in modern-day footy is an ‘embarrassment’ to the sport. The boys break down what is the true problem with the Parramatta Eels and are joined by a special guest from the Defence Force ahead of a big weekend of ANZAC Day footy. Why Reece Walsh is a marketer’s dream and has a certain Dragon earned himself a spot in the NSW Blues squad? Plus, Freddy reveals a hilarious story from Ricky ...
Apr 26, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 9
NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers and signing with the New Zealand Warriors. Also on the show, Jamal Fogarty drops in to talk footy, form and the illustrious Freddy & the Eighth medal. The panel take a look at a list of players aged under 22 and who among them is the most talented. Plus, footy and politics, is Joey the future mayor of Newcastle? See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
Apr 17, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 8
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Sydney Morning Herald Sports Reporter Michael Chammas and host Mat Thompson as they dive into breaking news surrounding the NRL. The Legends rip into the South Sydney Rabbitohs for their ‘lazy’ performances to start the 2024 NRL season. Freddy issues a grim warning for the Sydney Roosters’ chances of making the Top 8. The NSW Blues have a lot of dummy-half options, but Joey names Reece Robson and Api Koroisau as the favourites. Plus, Joey g...
Apr 10, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson for another weird and wonderful episode of Freddy and the Eighth. Freddy and Joey look back on some of the greatest NRL jerseys to ever grace our screens, Freddy recalls the absolute anarchy that went on in the 1991 Kangaroos tour of Papua New Guinea, and Joey gets a surprise call about the state of his old Origin jersey. The boys look at what's making the start of this season so good for the Tigers and where it's going wrong for others, feat...
Apr 03, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
