Six Tackles With Gus

Mathew Thompson and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the biggest issues and in-depth analysis in Rugby League each week.

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Gus responds to the Bulldogs 'walkout' reports

Gus responds to the situation unfolding at Canterbury Gus' passionate plea for the NRL to take ahold of the International game A fired up Gus over the Corey Horsburgh tackle and his 4 week suspension Plus, an extensive look at final round of the home and away season Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 9:00am AEDT 30 August, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 7Ep. 28

#AskGus Bonus: Gus was offered the Panthers head coach role

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including: Whether he would consider coaching again How much involvement he has with the Bulldogs juniors And famous run-ins with cricketers Tune in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 2023•16 min

Gus feels for the Bunnies: "Culture beats talent"

Gus feels for what is currently going on at the Rabbitohs The energy around Newcastle at the moment. How far can the Knights go? Would Gus come back and head coach? Plus, Gus reveals one of his more peculiar hobbies from back in the day.. Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 9:00am AEDT 23 August, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 27

"Came out of the blue" Gus on Pangai's shock retirement

Gus opens up about Tevita Pangai Jr's shock retirement Tim Sheens leaving the Tigers has Gus asking plenty of questions Payne Haas re-signs with the Broncos Plus a look at Round 25 Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 8:00am AEDT 16 August, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 7Ep. 26

BONUS: Gus' trip down Rugby League memory lane

After hitting stop on this week's episode of Six Tackles, Gus started reminiscing about the old school ways Rugby League was played. So we hit record on the mics and can share a bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 2023•11 min

"It's time to move on" Gus on Teddy's rep future

Gus has his say on who he thinks the Australian fullback should be Sam Burgess and his move to Warrington . Could Perth be in contention for the 18th team? Plus a huge preview of this week's NRL and NRLW games Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 8:00am AEDT 9 August, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 09, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 25

Gus blasts the judiciary system

Gus has his say after Val Holmes and Jack De Bellin cop 4 match bans Can the Knights go all the way? Could Cam McInnes play Origin? Plus a preview of all the Round 23 action. Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 8:00am AEDT 2 August, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 24

Gus' salary cap management masterclass

Gus gives an insight to the Bulldogs plans for the future and who they have in sight. Should Payne Haas be the highest paid player in the game? Plus another classic Gus yarn from his playing days involving the team doctor. Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 8:00am AEDT 26 July, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 23

Only three teams can challenge the Panthers

Gus names his three teams that can challenge Panthers for the Premiership We get an update on Ryan Papenhuyzen's injury Plus, the Tigers turmoil woes And Gus' tips for Round 21 Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 7:00am AEDT 20 July, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 22

Origin Review: "Brad Fittler is the ONLY man for the job"

Gus recaps Game 3 of the State of Origin series. How we may never find another Reuben Cotter, despite coaches looking for one. The impact of a club coach being apart of the Origin arena. Plus a wrap up on both Under 19s State of Origin matches, and a preview to this weekend's round of footy. Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know when to stop. Don't go over the top. Gamble responsibly. Odds correct at 7:00am AEDT 14 July, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 7Ep. 21

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