The Unscripted Show

Damien Cook | Dragons Poor 2026 Season | Castleford Tigers | South Sydney Rabbitohs

Damien Cook joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted to open up about the Dragons’ 2026 season, his decision to leave the NRL and why he’s making the move to the Castleford Tigers.Cook reflects on his time at South Sydney, captaining the Dragons, State of Origin, the evolution of the hooker position and some of the biggest moments of his career — including a great Russell Crowe story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Alex Twal | Wests Tigers 2026 Season | Rugby League World Cup | Diet & Training

Wests Tigers star Alex Twal joins Josh Mansour on Unscriptedfor a raw and entertaining chat about life in the NRL. Twal opens up about the Tigers’ culture, controversies and toughest moments, the infamous Mad Monday in Bali, his hardest period personally and what really goes on behind closed doors at the club. Plus, Alex talks the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, life beyond footy, Jaeman Salmon, teammates vaping in the gym and takes on Sauce’s Spin the Wheel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hazem El Masri | Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs | Goal Kicking Technique | 2004 Premiership | Sonny Bill Williams drama

From migrating to Australia and facing the struggles ofgrowing up Lebanese, to becoming one of the most iconic players in NRL history, Hazem El Masri’s story is bigger than rugby league. The Bulldogs legend joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted to reveal the stories behind his incredible career,including the salary cap scandal, nearly walking away from Canterbury, his legendary goal-kicking technique and the unforgettable 2004 premiership. Hazem also opens up about fasting while playing NRL, the Bulldogs’ star-studdedearly-2000s side, Sonny Bill Williams’ shock departure and why he ultimately decided it was time to retire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Keaon Koloamatangi | Leaving the Rabbitohs | Joining the Dragons | Representing Tonga | Spenser Leniu Clash

Keaon Koloamatangi joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted for an open conversation about closing the chapter on his time at the South Sydney Rabbitohs and taking on a new challenge at the Dragons. Keaon opens up about telling Wayne Bennett he was leaving, interest from rival NRL clubs, the Dragons flying him to a meeting in a helicopter, his relationship with Cameron Murray and the position he expects to play at his new club. He also talks representing Tonga and Australia, the speed of the modern NRL, his clash with Spencer Leniu and why he plans to represent Australia at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jared Waerea-Hargreaves | Rabbitohs vs Roosters | Hull KR | New Zealand | NRL World Cup

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves joins Unscripted with Josh Mansour for a wide-ranging chat on his career, the Roosters, Hull KR and life after the NRL. Jared opens up about coaching the next generation, his relationship with Trent Robinson, the aggression that defined his game, his biggest rivals, signing with Manly, joining Hull KR and winning the 2025 Super League Grand Final and Challenge Cup. He also reflects on his most rewarding Roosters premiership, Cooper Cronk’s 2018 Grand Final heroics, playing for New Zealand, the meaning of the Haka, and why New Zealand should be home to the NRL’s 20th team. Raw, honest, and straight to the sauce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jacob Kiraz & Jordan Samrani | El Jannah | Rugby League World Cup | Bulldogs vs Eels | Playing for Lebanon

Jordan Samrani, Jacob Kiraz and Josh Mansour dig into some El Jannah while discussing their Lebanese heritage, the Parramatta Eels vs Bulldogs rivalry, and representing Lebanon at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.They open up about debuting for Lebanon at 17, playing under Michael Cheika, the rise of Lebanese players in the NRL, and choosing between Australia and Lebanon. Plus, the boys take on Spin With Sauce, karaoke, and a prank call to Michael Cheika. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nicolas Milanovic | Scottish Premiership | Western Sydney Wanderers | Socceroos | Western United

Nicolas Milanovic joins Josh Mansour for an open conversation covering his journey from the A-League to the Scottish Premiership and back to the Western Sydney Wanderers. Nicolas opens up about playing in Scotland, adapting to European football, the differences between the Scottish Premiership and the A-League, and his pathway into professional football.He also discusses the Western United experience, the club’s termination, returning to Australia, the Sydney Derby rivalry, the Socceroos, and the future of Australian football. Plus, Nicolas shares his thoughts on Messi vs Ronaldo, playing alongside Juan Mata, Irankunda, the love of the NRL, and what it’s really like playing in front of passionate fans. The episode wraps up with Truth or Sauce and plenty of quick-fire questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Marcelo Montoya | Pink Eye | Replacing Kyle and Jackie O | Death Threats | Circumcision Rumours

Marcelo Montoya joins Josh Mansour for one of his most open and entertaining conversations yet. From his decision to retire from the NRL and his return to the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, to the death threats, internet trolls, and the infamous Mad Monday photos, nothing is off limits. Marcelo also opens up about life beyond football, launching The Montoya's Podcast with his wife Tayla, filling in for Kyle & Jackie O on KIIS FM, and the bizarre circumcision rumours. Plus, Tayla joins the show for a hilarious game of Perfect Partners before Marcelo takes on Truth or Sauce and our quick-fire questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dallin Watene-Zelezniak | Jumping over iShowSpeed | NZ Warriors Culture | Family History and Surname | Watches

New Zealand Warriors star Dallin Watene-Zelezniak joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted for one of his most open interviews yet. Dallin reflects on his journey through the NRL, the highs and lows of his career, why he left Penrith and the Bulldogs,life inside the Warriors, receiving online hate, his family's remarkable history, training with IShowSpeed, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thomas Jenkins | Re-signing with Penrith | Time at Newcastle | Lying to the Media | Relationship with Ivan Cleary

Thomas Jenkins joins Unscripted with Josh Mansour… ThePenrith Panthers outside back opens up about almost signing with Parramatta, his road to the NRL, returning to Penrith, and the phone call from Ivan Cleary that changed everything. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about Brian To'o, Dylan Edwards, Mitch Kenny and the Panthers' culture, reveals what it's really like dealing with media pressure and competition for spots. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2x Welterweight Champion Shawn Porter | Tim Tszyu vs Errol Spence Jr | Fight Predictions

Former two-time welterweight world champion Shawn Porter joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted for an in-depth conversation covering boxing, championship mentality, and one of the biggest fights in the sport.Shawn reflects on his incredible career inside the ring, sharing stories from facing some of boxing's biggest names and what it takes to compete at the highest level. He also breaks down the highly anticipated showdown between Tim Tszyu and Errol Spence Jr, giving his expert analysis, fight predictions, and explaining exactly what each fighter needs to do to get their hand raised.From life as a world champion to his thoughts on the future of boxing, this is an episode packed with insight, honest opinions, and behind-the-scenes stories you won't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Cristian Volpato | Socceroos | FIFA World Cup | Signing for Roma | Meeting Mourinho | Friendship with Totti

Unscripted with Josh Mansour welcomes Cristian Volpato fresh off the plane from the FIFA World Cup with the Socceroos. In one of his most honest conversations yet, Cristian opens up about being released by the Western Sydney Wanderers, his family sacrificing everything to move to Italy, signing with Roma, meeting José Mourinho, and joining Francesco Totti’s management company. He also reflects on representing Italy, choosing Australia,and what it was like living out a childhood dream on football’s biggest stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Todd Gurley | NRL vs NFL | YG’s Neighbour | LA Rams | Saquon Barkley

Former LA Rams star Todd Gurley joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted for a wide-ranging conversation covering the NFL, rugby league, life after football, and some incredible stories from his career and beyond.Todd reflects on his journey to becoming one of the NFL's biggest stars, what it was like playing for the LA Rams, and how the physical demands of the NFL compare to the NRL. He also shares his thoughts on Saquon Barkley, opens up about living next door to rapper YG, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at life in Los Angeles during the peak of his career. Plus, Todd discusses the transition away from football, the biggest differences between Australian and American sport, and plenty of laughs with Josh along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Maty Ryan | Socceroos Preparation | Landon Donovan Comments | USA | Playing at Brighton and Arsenal

Socceroos captain Maty Ryan joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted to talk all things FIFA World Cup 2026. From becoming the first Australian footballer to play in four World Cups to facing the biggest stars in the game, Maty reflects on his incredible international career and the moments that shaped it. He discusses why Australia continues to be underestimated on the world stage, reacts to Landon Donovan's comments about the Socceroos, breaks down Australia's World Cup group and shares where the team's belief comes from heading into another campaign. Maty also opens up about his future in football, the possibility of playing in more World Cups, Cristian Volpato's decision to represent Australia, and his experiences playing in the English Premier League with Brighton and Arsenal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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George Burgess | Fighting Nelson Asofa-Solomona | Acting with Russell Crowe | Friendship with Chris Hemsworth | Michael Maguire Army Camps

Former NRL enforcer George Burgess joins Josh Mansour onUnscripted for a wide-ranging chat covering boxing, rugby league, Hollywood, and plenty of hilarious stories along the way. George opens up on the differences between an NRL pre-season and a boxing fight camp, why he decided to step into the ring against Nelson Asofa-Solomona, and what it was like acting alongside Russell Crowe. Plus, Damien Cook and John Sutton call in with some classic George Burgess yarns,while George reflects on his South Sydney Rabbitohs career, his relationship with brother Sam Burgess, Michael Maguire's infamous army camps, and the future of the Super League. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Terrell May | Missing Origin Selection | Respect for Benji Marshall | The May Surname | Becoming a Leader

Josh Mansour sits down with Terrell May for one of the mosthonest episodes of Unscripted yet. From turning down the Panthers, missing out on Origin, dealing with online trolls and carrying the May surname, to leadership at the Wests Tigers and his Rugby League World Cup dreams — nothingis off limits. Terrell also opens up on Jarome Luai, the May Day Podcast, the Tigers’ recent form, and the pressure of the modern game. Plus, a powerful moment as he and Josh send their support to Jai Arrow and his family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Clint Newton | RLPA | NRL Rule Changes | Collective Bargaining Agreement with NRL

Josh Mansour sits down with Clint Newton for a raw and insightful chat covering everything from life after football to the future of the game. From player welfare and leadership to behind-the-scenes stories from the NRL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Braith Anasta & Reni Maitua | Origin Selection Debate | Nathan Cleary's Future? | Bulldogs Downfall

Braith Anasta and Reni Maitua join Josh Mansour on Unscripted for a deep dive into this year’s State of Origin series.From team selections and the pressure on NSW and Queensland to Nathan Cleary, Billy Slater, Laurie Daley and their predictions for the series — Braith and Reni share expert insights, behind-the-scenes stories and what it truly feels like to pull on the Origin jersey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Moodi Dennaoui (Part 2) | NRL Drug Testing | Testosterone | Steroids vs Peptides | Diet & Exercise

In this episode of Unscripted, Josh Mansour sits down with Moodi Dennaoui to unpack the truth about testosterone, peptides, diet, exercise, and drug testing in professional sport.They discuss the Enhanced Games, low testosterone and sperm counts in men, natural ways to boost testosterone, the latest peptide discoveries, TB-500 vs BPC-157, cognitive peptides like Semax and Selank, NRL drug testing, and the best diet and training strategies for performance, body composition, and mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Andrew Abdo | NRL Rule Changes | Broadcast Deal | State of Origin | Rugby League World Cup | UK Super League

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo joins Josh Mansour on Unscripted for a deep dive into the future of Rugby League. From his upbringing and love for the game to handling criticism, new NRL rules, Las Vegas expansion, Magic Round, the broadcast deal and the future of international Rugby League — Andrew Abdo opens up on the biggest challenges and proudest moments of leading the NRL.