Another week of Buzz and Webby breaking down the highs and lows of Aussie sport. They kick things off with the rise of women’s rugby league, before diving into the latest drama surrounding the Wests Tigers and Venues NSW. The State of Origin decider is front and centre as they unpack the impact of Nathan Cleary’s absence, followed by their take on Ryan Hoffman’s criticism of the rugby league media. Australia’s top-order issues against the West Indies also get a run, before Buzz revisits his long...
Jul 01, 2025•42 min
This week, Buzz & Webby are back with their usual Champ and Chump of the Week. They dive into whether Marky Mark is set to go cross-code, Manly’s latest meltdown, and what the AFL is getting right when it comes to finances. NRL coaches are under pressure, Beanie Round is just around the corner, and the boys wrap it all up with their fearless tips for the weekend. Strap in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 24, 2025•37 min
We kick things off with our Champ and Chump of the Week, before diving into the rumblings of a breakaway rugby competition. Then it’s time to unpack the State of Origin fallout and the crisis brewing at the Manly Sea Eagles. We also tackle selection headaches in cricket, and Buzz shares a special story you don’t want to miss.To wrap it all up: our fearless forecasts for what lies ahead in the world of sport. We've been a bit all over the place with being sick and other things going on in the las...
Jun 20, 2025•41 min
Buzz and Webby are crook with COVID, so this one was done remotely. The lads kick things off with their Champs & Champs, Buzz breaks some news on Payne Haas’s future, and the boys dive into next week’s Origin series, Lachie Galvin’s debut, and how good Ethan Strange is. Then it’s all about the World Test Championship, as they share some legendary war stories dealing with international cricketers—from Keith Miller, Allan Border, and Greg Chappell to Clarke. And of course conclude with some Fe...
Jun 12, 2025•37 min
In this episode, we sit down with our great mate Braith Anasta — and this one had it all: big laughs, raw moments, and some incredible stories. We talk about Braith’s career on the field and how he’s built an even bigger presence off it, now front and centre as the host of NRL 360 . From handling media pressure to personal challenges, high-profile feuds, mental health, family life, Braith opens up like never before. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel h...
Jun 04, 2025•43 min
This week, Webby and Buzz break down the latest State of Origin game, Champs and Chumps, and just how bloody good those Canberrans are playing. You’ll hear it here first — who’s set to coach the Kangaroos, what the future holds for Nathan Cleary, and the AFL’s ongoing "nose beer" problem. Plus, Buzz opens up on his legendary feud with Peter Sterling and the two deliver their fearless forecasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 03, 2025•44 min
Webby opens up about a recent melanoma scare and the health reality check that came with it. From there, it’s classic Buzz & Webby — no punches pulled. The boys hand out their Champs and Chumps of the week, weigh in on the controversy surrounding the Enhanced Games and James Magnussen, and throw around ideas for where Origin should head next. They don’t hold back on Lachlan Galvin’s messy Tigers exit or Gus Gould’s role in the drama. Plus, a few rugby league war stories that are themed aroun...
May 27, 2025•45 min
This episode brings the heat. Two big breaking stories on Marky Mark and DCE circling the Roosters, Buzz reckons there’s no hype around Origin this year, and the lads don’t hold back- sharing Origin war stories, fearless forecasts, and all the major headlines from the week. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 20, 2025•45 min
The lads kick things off with Champs and Chumps , before diving into the PNG NRL franchise’s mounting concerns, Michael Chammas’s controversial boot from a TV panel, and Buzz details his fiery phone call with Broncos coach Michael Maguire. They also unpack James Johnson’s surprise resignation from Football Australia, and Buzz and Weidler share some classic war stories about the legendary Jack Gibson. The episode wraps up with some fearless State of Origin predictions you won’t want to miss. Foll...
May 13, 2025•44 min
It’s Webby’s birthday! The boys kick things off with some banter before diving into this week’s Champ and Chump. Buzz breaks the Brandon Smith-Rabbitohs deal, they discuss Ezra Mam’s potential return, Graham Arnold’s Iraq coaching gig, and Webby shares the story of getting fired on his 25th birthday. Plus, fearless forecasts for the weekend. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 07, 2025•42 min
Buzz & Webby catch up with their great mate - and one of the best characters in rugby league - Matty Johns, and it’s an absolute beauty. They dive into questions Matty has never asked before, covering Matty’s wild NRL career, his move into the media, and some laugh-out-loud stories from the Super League days. Plus, yarns about his brother Joey and plenty of moments that’ll have you in stitches. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel here . See omnystud...
Apr 30, 2025•48 min
The boys kick off with some classic banter before getting into this week’s Champ and Chump. They break some big news on the NRL making changes to the bunker, dive into the Western Bears bid, Brad Arthur’s future, and tackle the latest referee controversies. There's plenty of chat around Dragons coach Shane Flanagan, Lachlan Ilias, and Les Kiss’s appointment as Wallabies coach. Plus, Buzz shares a wild story from Greg Inglis’ wedding, and they wrap it up with their Fearless Forecast. Follow Off T...
Apr 29, 2025•37 min
We kick off with the latest on the Western Bears and Lachlan Galvin’s return to the Wests Tigers and the growing concerns around NRL players taking dives. We also unpack the teenage fan incident that made headlines, provide a major update on the Western Bears franchise, and touch on the uproar over our opinions on Rugby Union ticket prices - plus a look back in our war story of the infamous Storm salary cap scandal. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel h...
Apr 23, 2025•53 min
This episode was the most heated yet. Buzz & Webby break major news on the coaching front, dive into the Lachlan Galvin saga, unpack the Spencer Leniu vs JT fallout, revisit their infamous near punch-on in ’05 - and plenty more in between. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel here . j . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 16, 2025•49 min
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Andrew Webster are no longer going head-to-head — they’ve joined forces for Off The Record , the new sports podcast delivering the best inside info in the game. In this episode, they reveal which NRL clubs are in contention for next year’s Vegas trip, what makes this upcoming event so special, what's going on with the Bears and the two weigh in on whether Latrell Mitchell could shift to the No. 6 jersey. Buzz shares a classic war story and breaks down his feud with Darr...
Apr 09, 2025•39 min
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Andrew Webster are no longer going head-to-head - they’re joining forces for Off The Record , the new sports podcast that gives you the best info in the game. In the second episode, Buzz breaks news on a major shift in Origin eligibility that could shake up future selections. Buzz and Webby also reveal their Champs & Chumps of the week, unpack the biggest headlines - where’s DCE going, what’s the latest on Sam Kerr, and why Tim Tszyu’s next fight is a must-win. Webb...
Apr 02, 2025•46 min
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Andrew Webster are no longer going head-to-head in rival publications — they’re joining forces for Off The Record, a new sports podcast that cuts through the spin and calls it how it is. Yes, there are about 12,000 sports podcasts out there. But this one’s different and coming with a different edge . In Episode 1, the two legends of journalists dive into the biggest headlines of the week — including Peter V’landys’ future in the game, DCE’s departure, Buzz’s unforgettab...
Mar 27, 2025•51 min
