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Wednesday · 1 hr 37 min
Hudson Young, Manly’s Roster Chaos & World Cup Semi-Final Previews
James Graham, Charlie White and Rugby League Guru dig into NRL player movement, including Canberra’s Hudson Young decision, Manly’s roster questions and the Luke Brooks situation under new coach Kieran Foran, and why transfer stories matter so much to fans. They reflect on the intensity of the Samoa-Tonga clash and debates how international footy could fit into a 20-team NRL calendar. They preview the Tonga-New Zealand and Australia-Samoa semi-finals, weighing selections, matchups and the possibility of an all-Pacific final. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday · 1 hr 10 min
Samoa-Tonga Thriller, England’s Exit & the Future of UK Rugby League
Adrian Morley joins James Graham and Luke Keary to break down the Rugby League World Cup. They react to the Samoa-Tonga thriller, size up the semi-finals and look at why England fell short. Morley also discusses his role in a UK rugby league review, NRL involvement in England and player pathways, before the trio debate Sam Walker’s contract situation with the Roosters. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Lebanon France 05:00 - Tonga Samoa 35:30 - England’s tournament 46:30 - The future of England rugby league 01:05:00 - Sam Walker See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Saturday · 1 hr 55 min
NRL November 1 Player Movement Special, Club By Club Analysis & Who Is On The Move?
November 1 is here, and the NRL rumour mill is working overtime. James Graham, Charlie White and Brent Read get ahead of transfer day, running through the whispers, the players who could be on the move, and the clubs with the most to gain or lose. They separate the likely from the far-fetched and make their calls on what could land in 2027. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 28 · 55 min
The Sam Walker Split: How It Unraveled and Where He Goes Next! Hudson Young's Next Club & Tonga v Samoa Preview!
Charlie White and Luke Keary unpack the messy Sam Walker–Sydney Roosters breakup — from Nick Politis's deadline ultimatum and the collapsed handshake deal, to why Robinson and Walker reportedly haven't spoken since. They break down whether the relationship can be salvaged, where Walker might land (Cowboys? Bunnies? Storm?), and what his exit means for the Roosters' premiership window. Plus, how the PNG tax-free era is rewriting the NRL player market. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 26 · 1 hr 13 min
World Cup Blowouts, Super League Scandals & Sam Walker's $6M Roosters Deal
James Graham, Charlie White, and Shane Flanagan break down a huge weekend of international rugby league. The boys debate whether World Cup blowouts are a real problem or part of the journey for emerging nations, float solutions for the dominant Jillaroos, and Shane doesn't hold back on Super League governance. Plus, Newcastle's forward pack crunch, Australia's shaky Kangaroos form, Sam Walker's massive Roosters extension, and could Harry Grant really ditch Melbourne for the Titans? All that plus wedding conga lines, hot honey chicken debates, and car park etiquette wars. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 24 · 45 min
Big Nasty vs. Gallen: The Old Bull Meets the New Bull
Former Melbourne Storm giant Nelson Asofa-Solomona sits down to preview his blockbuster fight against NRL legend-turned-boxer Paul Gallen on November 6th. Nelson opens up about his transition from rugby league to boxing, the mind games behind the matchup, and why he believes this fight was "divine intervention." Then Gallen fires back with a brutally honest assessment — he's here for the cash, he doesn't rate Nelson's boxing future, and he plans to be his "guardian angel" by ending his career. Two NRL heavyweights, two very different motivations, one massive fight. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Join our Patreon for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 21 · 1 hr 31 min
Tonga's World Cup Dream, PNG's Rise & the Cooper Bai Bombshell
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Rugby League Guru joins the boys to chat all things League with the boys. The boys dive deep into Christian Woolf's remarkable tenure as Tongan coach, Papua New Guinea Chiefs' entrance into the NRL, including the unveiling of their new jersey and logo, the signing of teen sensation Cooper Bai on potentially the richest deal in NRL history, and what it means for the Gold Coast Titans. The panel debates the World Cup format — should Australia and New Zealand still get a free pass to the finals? Is a two-tiered World Cup the answer? And what's the future of the international game with Samoa and Tonga now genuine powerhouses? Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 00:00 Tonga 10:00 PNG 17:00 Samoa 19:00 Rockbuster 29:00 France 33:00 World Cup draw 43:00 World Cup with NSW and QLD? 49:00 Super League 55:00 Cooper Bai 59:03 Gold Coast Titans 01:10:00 Brad Takarangi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 19 · 1 hr 3 min
England’s World Cup Over?!? Ponga's Broken Arm Heroics & The Future of International Rugby League!
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham, Charlie White, and premiership-winning coach Shane Flanagan break down an incredible opening weekend of the Rugby League World Cup. They unpack Tonga's statement win over England, Kalyn Ponga's heroic broken-arm performance against Australia, the battle between fullback superstars Ponga and Reece Walsh, and what the international game needs to do to capitalise on its growing momentum. Plus, wingers commanding marquee money, and why the English Super League is at a crossroads with the NRL. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 00:00 - Welcome 04:30 - Horse racing 06:15 - Rugby League Guru sponsorship 08:00 - England vs Tonga 30:30 - Australia vs NZ 51:30 - Fiji vs Cook Islands 56:00 - Super League & England Rugby League See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 17 · 1 hr 13 min
2026 NRL Season Review Part 4 - Roosters, Knights, Panthers & Dolphins
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham is joined by Charlie White for the final episode of our 2026 NRL Season Review. In this episode Jimmy & Charlie take a look back at the seasons of the Roosters, Knights, Panthers & Dolphins. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 14 · 1 hr 22 min
NRL Wildcard Weekend Is Here, Broncos Bargain Signing & We Preview Week 1 Of The World Cup!
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Jimmy Graham is joined by Charlie White ahead of the opening weekend of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. The boys preview every game, also discuss the NRL's proposed Wildcard Weekend, player movement news & we're joined by Sydney FC skipper and Panthers tragic Rhyan Grant! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 12 · 1 hr 6 min
November 1 CHAOS Already, Perth Bears DRAMAS & Can New CEO Mike Rush Resurrect The Eels?
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Jimmy Graham is joined by Code Sports’ Brent Read to discuss all the latest topics from the world of rugby league including some contract chaos ahead of November 1 & can new Parramatta CEO Mike Rush turn the club back into a NRL SUPER POWER? Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 10 · 1 hr 30 min
Cameron George: The Rise Of The New Zealand Warriors
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Warriors CEO Cameron George is our special guest on The Bye Round interview show this week! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 7 · 1 hr 25 min
Our Massive 2026 Rugby League World Cup Preview & Predictions!
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Jimmy Graham is joined by NRL Premiership winning coach Shane Flanagan to preview the 2026 Rugby League World Cup and reveal their predictions for our game's biggest prize! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 5 · 1 hr 17 min
Unpacking The Sydney Roosters RECORD BREAKING 2026 NRL Premiership Victory!
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast With the Sydney Roosters crowned Premiers for 2026, James Graha, Charlie White and Shane Flanagan are in to dissect all the big moments from the NRL Grand Final Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 3 · 1 hr 1 min
Dean Young: The Truth About The Dragons
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast Welcome to another episode of The Bye Round interview show. On today’s show, Jimmy is joined by the head coach of the St George Illawarra Dragons and 2010 Premiership winner with the club Dean Young! The boys chat Dean’s first off-season as an NRL head coach, the lessons he’s learned as an assistant, plus, Young opens up on the Dragons moving on from Shane Flanagan, becoming the club’s permanent head coach and he looks back on the 2010 Grand Final triumph! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 30 · 1 hr 20 min
Will The Knights’ Fairytale End In Glory Or Will The Roosters Rule The NRL Again? | Our 2026 Grand Final Preview
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham is joined by Brandon Smith & Charlie White to preview rugby league's showpiece event, the 2026 NRL Grand Final between the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Live Show October 3 In Manly: https://hotelsteyne.functiontracker.com/registration/v4/203738948824339 Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 29 · 1 hr 8 min
THE FINALE | Sterlo & Jimmy Rank The 99 Greatest Players Of The NRL Era - 25-1
Welcome back to the Ultimate Rugby League countdown, this is 'The Bye Round 99' all powered by Maccas! James Graham is ranking the 99 greatest players of the NRL era (1998-current). No reputations spared, no bias, just straight footy IQ. This is the finale with Jimmy counting down 25-1, did he get it right? Let us know via the comments or shoot us an Insta DM! The Bye Round 99 powered by 99c McDelivery only on the MyMacca's App! Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 28 · 1 hr 28 min
Unpacking The Newcastle Knights Greatest Win In 25-Years & Could The Chooks CHOKE In The Grand Final?!
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham is joined by Luke Keary & Charlie White to unpack a crazy weekend of Prelim Finals footy! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com The Man Shake: https://themanshake.com.au Live Show October 3 In Manly: https://hotelsteyne.functiontracker.com/registration/v4/203738948824339 Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 25 · 1 hr
2026 NRL Season Review Part 3 - Warriors, Rabbitohs, Sharks & Cowboys
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham is joined by Code Sports' Michael Carayannis to continue our 2026 NRL Season Review. In this episode Jimmy & MC take a look back at the seasons of the Wahs, Bunnies, Sharks and Cowboys! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com Live Show October 3 In Manly: https://hotelsteyne.functiontracker.com/registration/v4/203738948824339 Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 23 · 1 hr 17 min
Latrell, Cody & The CONTRACT CHOAS At South Sydney PLUS Massive Preliminary Finals Preview
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham and Luke Keary are back in to break down Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker’s futures at Souths, debate whether the salary cap should be scrapped, weigh-in on the Grand Final entertainment saga preview we preview the two HUGE Preliminary Final clashes! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ RLWC Ticket Offer: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/artist/1167790?did=byeround Cover More Vegas Competition: https://nos-vegas.covermore-experiences.com Live Show October 3 In Manly: https://hotelsteyne.functiontracker.com/registration/v4/203738948824339 Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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