The name of the podcast suggests a lot, the podcast will be taking a break after this episode however it is still packed with the latest sports news including the guys opinions on the Suarez case (Start - 18:00), the boys also reflect on the year that was (18:00-33:00), before closing with the shock news of an indefinite benching of the show... for now (33:00-End).
In between Ricky's celebrations at breaking 250 Twitter followers, James takes aim at Angelina Jolie (Start-2:30). Following that, the black and white reporting in the EPL is discussed (2:30-11:05) and the fallout from Australia's loss to New Zealand (11:05-22:00). To finish up, what on earth is going on in the NBA? (22:00-End).
After an apology for the poor sound quality last week, the podcast explores the issue of meaningless games and how to prepare for them (Start-10:50). Following that it's the re-emergence of Adelaide United as a rabble (10:50-19:25) and to finish it's a discussion of which sport brings out the highest percentage of fans that don't have a clue (19:25-End).
The podcast talks about bandwagons (Start-14:15), the effect of video games on knowledge of sports (14:15-22:15) and a wild celebration at the NBA being back (22:15-End).
After a tumultuous week in the land of Melbourne Victory, the podcast tries to step right back to the beginnings of the mess they currently find themselves in (Start-18:30). Then, after a flashback to the 50th episode cricket discussion, the appointment of Mickey Arthur is explored as well as what will be on his plate in the short-term (18:30-End).
After the devastating news about the NBA (Start-6:00), AFL pre-season camps overseas are discussed (6:00-14:20). Attempts to ratify horrible soccer opinions about the A-League follow (14:20-22:00) while the podcast finishes with possibly the first mention of the NHL (22:00-End)
After Ricky gets his whinging out of the way about the South Africa-Australis series only being two Tests (Start-2:45), the focus moves to referees. The Foschini decision and A-League refs in general starts it (2:45-13:45), while the talk moves to the mentality of referees in general after that (13:45-End).
The launch of rjsportworld.com is today! Just so no-one is left in the dark, we take a walk through of the site (Start-15:30). Following that, we talk about the latest Socceroos squad (15:30-End); who is the one selection in the squad that the podcast loves?
One week out from a special, special episode the whinge of the week is about protesting (Start-2:45), while the prospect of a B-League follows (2:45-12:35). The podcast trying to make heads or tails of the Rugby World Cup (12:35-20:30) before finishing on the new format of the NAB Cup in 2012 (20:30-end).
After starting off with a focus on the recent injury by James (Start-2:05), the soccer derbies around the world come into focus (2:05-14:45). An article from Grantland has Ricky and James talking about the use of 'we' by supporters (14:45-21:50), and the episode finishes with how the NFL media correctly analyse the flow of a season (21:50-End).
After his new article on The Shinblogger, the Whinge of the Week (Start-4:40) explores how players experience unneccesary abuse. The question of how much to take out of Week 1 of the A-League is asked (4:40-16:05), while the mentality and purpose of AFL trade week is discussed (16:05-24:15). Finally the importance of injuries in The NFL Discovery (24:15-end).
Ricky reacts to devastating news about the NBA lockout (start-3:25), and then there is a comparison of the current Geelong team to the Brisbane dynasty (3:25-10:20). With the fallout still emanating from the Culina debacle, do father-son combinations work in sport? (10:20-19:40) Finally, the flow of an NFL game is discussed. (19:40-end)
With weather playing havoc on the recording studio, the final stage of the A-League preview is put together (2:00-9:00). That covers the beginnings part, while the endings is obviously referring to the 2011 AFL Grand Final (9:00-End).
The A-League imminent arrival means Part 2 of the preview (from 2:45 to 14:10), and following that James' disgust at the AFL awards (14:10 to 21:00). The differences between NFL and Australian gambling closes out the show (21:00-end).
After some miscommunication issues to begin, the Whinge of the Week covers David Gallop's unfortunate comments for the Storm supporters. GWS's different approach with veterans, the beginning of the A-League season preview and first thoughts on the NFL make up the show.
With a lot of sport beginning and also building up to its crescendo, an overview of expectations for the AFL finals starts the show after a new-style whinge. The beginning of the road to Rio is explored and to finish a special announcement of a new segment for a sport that hasn't been discussed much.
After the hype surrounding the milestone episode last week, both Ricky and James struggle to motivate themselves for this week. Once they hit their stride, transfer situations and how they affect clubs in the EPL are discussed, as well as the potential to reformat the Match Review Panel in the AFL.
The special episode has finally arrived, so with four different special guests the following is covered; Argus Review, Cricket Australia's new coach, 4th position in the EPL, the AFL coaching merry-go-round and a first for the podcast - UFC!
In the special prelude to the 50th episode (that will make sense after listening), why does Petterd have to have such a thin skin? What can you take out of the first weekend of the EPL without going right over the top? And also, a special sneak peak at what the 50th episode will contain.
In the midst of the break between Australia's T20 and ODI series against Sri Lanka, Ricky asks; is there a plan not only for the current team, but for the future? After that, the EPL preview falls into four different, possibly controversial categories.
In a particularly newsworthy week, how does GWS's approach differ from Gold Coast's so far? Has Holger's approach to Kewell regarding the upcoming friendlies changed anything relating to the A-League? Finally, why does there have to be an NBA lockout? Why?
Due to James' disgust at a non-concussion call during the Essendon-Carlton game, they discuss whether the rule has been a success or failure. With the A-League approaching, what needs to happen this season both on and off the field? To finish up, Ricky comes in off the long run at the DRS controversy.
With the summer transfer period heating up overseas, which clubs are making good moves? Also, with the Big Bash League approaching, what team should we pick to support? Do you have to pick a team inside your own state?
Another week another debate about who will make the AFL's prestigious top 4 ensues between the guys as well as a debate on how far Melbourne have come in comparison the West Coast Eagles. Finally the exciting idea of an Australian version of the ESPY Awards is discussed and whether a show like this would be a hit for Australian audiences.
In this week's episode, the run home for the rest of the AFL season is scrutinised with the rest of the final 8 positions being decided on. Also, what makes a good captain? The issue is explored with all the different permutations that affect how a captain is viewed.
In a special three man pod, the best week of Tomic's career is talked about, along with other points from the first week and a half of Wimbledon. The negotiations in the AFL CBA lead into a discussion about salary caps and free agency.
After a new whinge of the week, Essendon's recent form has the boys pondering whether the Bombers are stuck in a cycle of mediocrity. Has their drafting affected them? Also, after no prompting whatsoever, the Australian sporting media is compared with media outlets from overseas.
After the inability to think of a worthwhile whinge at the start of the show, there is the obligatory Finals wrap. The halfway point of the AFL Season merits a quick review while the EPL champions getting better in the transfer window draws the ire of James.
Today's episode features a discussion about why the French Open seems to be perceived different to the other Grand Slams. The idea that a loss could potentially mean more than a win is explored, while minutes after the conclusion of Dallas' game four win, we try to predict the future path of the series.
This week's episode has the guys discuss the promotion of Swansea City AFC to the Premier League, while covering Melbourne's troubles.
