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JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham & Charlie White are back in for another week of Mid-Week Matters! The boys preview every game of round 2, plus, chat Kalyn Ponga's allegiance switch, the noise around the six again rule change, why League must win the code war against Union in Junior Footy and could State of Origin land on Netflix? NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 The Sunrise Star 7:58 Too Many Six Agains In Round 1? 18:26 Origin On Netflix? 23:26 League v Union - How To Win The Code War 34:41 Predictions We’d Like Back 36:14 Ponga Switches To New Zealand NORD + AD 41:19 Broncos v Eels Preview 51:01 Wahs v Raiders 53:27 Roosters v Rabbitohs 58:33 Tigers v Cowboys 1:03:01 Dragons v Storm Preview 1:04:39 Panthers v Sharks 1:07:04 Sea Eagles v Knights 1:08:50 Dolphins v TitansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham & Luke Keary are in, as Round 1 of the NRL is officially complete. The boys dissect all the important talking points including; Souths statement win, the Broncos humiliated at home, Raiders golden point win and the Roosters halves combination comes under scrutiny! Plus, Jimmy reacts to Zac Lomax's official move to Rugby Union. NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Zac Lomax Saga Officially Over 17:04 Never Watching A Trial Game Again 18:02 Kez’s New TV Show: Agenda Setter On Channel 7 23:37 Sunday Sin-Bin 25:36 Souths Statement Win 32:27 Dolphins Defensive Issues 36:47 The DCE Criticism 52:28 Tannah Boyd Steps Up For The Wahs 54:22 DCE v Fifita/Latrell 56:05 AJ’s Record Breaking Try 1:00:42 Manly Lose Golden Point Thriller 1:08:53 Raiders Building Star Players 1:14:37 Broncos Humiliated By PenrithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast This week on The Bye Round, James Graham is on location in Las Vegas with two of the key architects behind rugby league’s newest and most fascinating project, the PNG Chiefs. Joining Jimmy are the brains behind the Chiefs: General Manager of Football Michael Chammas and CEO Lorna McPherson.They dive deep into how the team will change rugby league forever, not just for Papua New Guinea, but for the entire NRL. NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Impact Of PNG NRL Team 6:04 Why Chammas Switched From Journo To GM 10:38 Who Will Be The Coach? 15:48 The PNG Village For The Players 22:27 Tax Free Salary Incentive 29:04 Which Players Are On The Hitlist? 23:37 Gameday Experience PNG Style 40:04 The Government Funding 44:00 PNG Premiership In 3 Years? 45:54 Does Chammas Miss Journalism? 50:40 Leveraging The MediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Mid-Week-Matters with James Graham & Charlie White. In this episode the boys discuss the latest on Zac Lomax, Mitch Barnett's future, the shock non-selection for the Raiders in round one which leads to a debate around introducing a loan system and Jimmy is asked if the NRL should start their own competition in England featuring the biggest clubs in the country? Plus, we preview every game of Round 1! JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Glad To Be Home From Vegas! 8:00 Patreon Is LIVE! 12:00 Lomax Spotted At Rugby Australia HQ 18:00 Bad Blood Between Parra & Storm 21:49 Lomax’s Next Move? 28:03 Clubs In Mix For Mitch Barnett 31:00 Raiders Shock Non-Selections 42:30 Storm v Eels Preview 47:28 Wahs v Roosters Preview 49:05 Broncos v Panthers Preview 56:02 Sharks v Titans Preview 58:43 Jamal Fogarty Cup Preview 1:01:47 Wayne Bennett Cup Preview 1:09:26 Listener QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Luke Keary dissect all the action from the opening weekend of the NRL in Las Vegas! The Bulldogs thrilling yet controversial win, the heat now turned up to maximum on Todd Payten folloiwing the Cowboys first-up loss, NRL Europe talks ramp up plus Kez shares never before told insight into the infamous Broncos & Roosters hotel scuffle NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Lil Jon NRL After Party 4:32 NRL Europe Back On? 17:27 Bulldogs Controversial Win 26:47 Captain’s Challenge For Golden Point? 29:15 Knights Upset The Cowboys 41:03 2024 Roosters & Broncos Vegas Scuffle 42:56 JImmy’s Thoughts On Lomax SagaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ahead of the 2026 NRL season kickoff in Las Vegas, James Graham sticks his neck out predicts the Top 10 Signings of the year. From 10-1 these are the players Jimmy predicts we’ll all be raving about when the dust settles come October once the season is over! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Comedy Of Errors 7:46 Number 10 10:26 Number 9 16:01 Number 8 21:07 Number 7 23:32 Number 6 29:02 Number 5 35:58 Number 4 39:32 Number 3 46:52 Number 2 52:45 Honourable Mentions 57:50 Number 1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NRL has taken over Las Vegas once again and James Graham & Charlie White are on deck to discuss all the latest and biggest NRL news heading into the season opener! On this episode; the boys discuss Mitch Barnett's release from the Wahs, the Zac Lomax saga takes yet another controversial turn, the Bulldogs culture & we preview both season opening games! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 We’ve Landed In Vegas! 5:31 Fans Everywhere In America 8:30 Global Round Ideas 11:36 Which Vegas Team Will Surprise Us Most In 2026? 14:46 Mitch Barnett Release On Compassionate Grounds 27:23 The Insane Setu Tu Story 29:52 Bulldogs Flying EVERY Staff Member To Vegas 34:31 Cheese Calf Injury Missing Round 1 37:57 Zac Lomax Saga Takes Another Turn 40:59 Knights v Cowboys Preview 49:44 Bulldogs v Dragons PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Part 2 of our 2026 NRL season preview is here and this is all about the contenders! Jimmy reveals his top 8 plus he shares his bold predictions for State of Origin, which includes Zac Lomax?!?! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 State of Origin Predictions 7:21 9th Position 20:13 8th Position 25:45 7th Position 32:31 6th Position 39:08 5th Positon 44:46 4th Position 51:33 3rd Position 58:49 2nd Position 1:02:18 1st PositionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our massive season preview is here with James Graham going in depth on every club for the 2026 season! We've split this into 2 parts with the first episode James focussing on the teams that will finish from 10th-17th! Tune in Tuesday for Jimmy to reveal his top 8! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Welcome To Part 1 3:59 Jimmy’s New Team Prediction 7:04 “The Middle Eight” 11:23 Wooden Spooners 20:39 16th Position 26:53 15th Position 36:41 14th Position 43:21 13th Position 51:22 12th Position 57:19 11th Position 1:02:58 10th PositionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Charlie White are back in-studio and kick this episode off by announcing our huge Las Vegas Live Show alongside Rugby League Guru! To the footy and the boys unpack Latrell Mitchell's positional switch, Perth Bears linked with Premiership winners and former Origin players, Leo Thompson's long-term injury setback, plus, Jahrome Hughes drops a State of Origin bombshell! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround CHAPTERS: 0:00 Vegas Live Show with RL Guru 16:08 Pre-Season Challenge With Ronnie Palmer 20:51 Latrell Moves To Centres 27:39 Must Watch Trial Game This Weekend 39:10 Perth Linked With Sorensen, Talakai & Burton 32:44 Leo Thompson Injury 38:13 World Club Challenge 46:00 Jahrome Hughes + Origin/International Eligibility 1:00:43 Believe It Or Not GameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Luke Keary are back to dive headfirst into the game’s biggest talking points from the weekend. The boys unpack the Origin eligibility rule changes, the Zac Lomax saga takes another wild turn following controversial text messages, plus we wrap week two of the trials and preview a mouthwatering World Club Challenge between Hull KR & Brisbane Broncos! 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 LIV Golf + Ed Sheeran 4:52 Jimmy’s 40th Bday Present 8:47 Graham Annesley On Rule Tweaks 20:25 Origin Eligibility Rule Changes 36:10 Zac Lomax Saga Update 42:09 All Stars Ends In Draw 45:01 Worrying Signs For Dragons? 49:16 Bulldogs Injuries 55:02 Kez’s Dylan Brown & Tom Dearden Theory 1:02:58 World Club Challenge PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the episode that will divide fan bases across the country... The 2026 NRL Premiership Pie Chat! James Graham constructs his definitive Pie Chart, assigning every club a percentage chance of lifting the trophy. 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Pie Chat 6:50 1% Collectively Of The Pie 14:52 1% Each Of The Pie 28:55 2% Of The Pie 33:25 4% Of The Pie 36:26 5% Each Of The Pie 47:41 6% Each Of The Pie 55:20 10% Of The Pie 1:01:14 11% Of The Pie 1:06:36 13% of the Pie 1:10:30 14% of the Pie 1:13:56 20% Of The PieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham is back in with Charlie White for another edition of Mid-Week Matters. The boys rip into all the latest news around the Payne Haas saga including the Broncos PR spin fooling no one, plus, Jimmy shares his own stories of when he clashed with former coach Des Hasler & we play another round of Who's Most Likely, which includes a NRL podcast scandal??? 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Jimmy The Full Time Podcaster? 4:05 Payne Haas Saga Continues 20:00 When Jimmy & Des Hasler Clashed Over Training 31:25 Complex Rugby League Decision Making 36:50 When Gareth Widdop Departed St George 40:00 Broncos Low-Ball Payne Haas 43:33 Impact On Broncos Playing Group 45:21 Sharks Sign Owen Trout 47:34 Who’s Most Likely To _____? 59:44 NRL Trial Watch Week 2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham is joined by Luke Keary and Charlie White as they rip into one of the biggest NRL bombshells in recent memory. Payne Haas shocks the NRL by quitting the Broncos and landing at South Sydney. The boys unpack what it means for the Rabbitohs and all the the fallout in Brisbane. Pluis, we chat Adam Reynolds’ looming retirement, hand out early overreactions from NRL Trials Week 1 and discuss Reed Mahoney’s latest cheeky dig at former club the Bulldogs. 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/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Sunday Didn’t Feel Real 3:55 Patreon Coming Soon 5:42 Jimmy Signed A Vape 7:20 Payne Haas Quits The Broncos 34:29 Jimmy’s Nick Fozzard Story 35:51 What Does This Mean For South Sydney? 47:45 Adam Reynolds Set To Retire 55:38 NRL Trial Watch Week 1 Review 1:08:55 Reed Mahoney’s Crack At The BulldogsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1On this week's episode of The Bye Round Interview show, James Graham sits down with one of the few athletes to conquer both rugby union and rugby league at the highest level, the Dual-Code Immortal Brad Thorn! The boys chat in-depth about Brad's life and career. From Premiership success with the Brisbane Broncos to Rugby World Cup glory with the All Blacks, Thorn reflects on the moments that defined his career. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Welcome Brad Thorn 7:10 Brad’s Competitive Upbringing 24:42 Champions Do Extras Book Title 38:19 Competitive Broncos Forwards 45:44 Picking Australia/QLD In League 1:02:46 Switch To Rugby Union 1:12:14 Uncertainty About Rugby & Taking A Year Off 1:16:52 Move Back To The Broncos 1:18:33 Super League Story 1:27:00 A Man Of Faith 1:46:04 2011 World Cup Winner 2:03:00 What’s Next? 2:05:30 Favourite Teammate Of All Time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Charlie White are back for Mid-Week Matters, breaking down the biggest talking points in rugby league right now including; the NRL's decision to backflip on its controversial kickoff rule change, plus, the new interchange rule that could change Origin forever! Also the boys also unpack Michael Chammas landing a key role with the PNG Chiefs, Jake Trbojevic’s long-awaited return from concussion, Origin in New Zealand & we play a game of Who's Most Likely! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 PNG Chiefs 6:52 Clean Your Water Bottles 11:18 NRL Backflips On Kickoff Rule 12:57 New Interchange Rule 17:55 New Six Again Rule 19:34 Set Times For Trainers On The Field 21:04 Chammas The PNG Chief 30:21 PNG Player & Coach Recruitment 42:14 Jake Trbojevic’s Return From Concussion 56:56 Origin In NZ In 2027 1:01:42 Who’s Most Likely To…….See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Luke Keary are back on as the countdown to the NRL kick-off continues. On today's show the boys rip into; Cam Munster’s latest purchase in Queensland pub Buzz Rothfield calls time on his career, the boys fire off some massive NRL 2026 hot takes that could age terribly and Jimmy had a bizarre call out to every current and former NRL player! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 UFC In Sydney 6:00 Jimmy & Connect 4 8:00 Sam Burgess’ Big Head 9:00 Jimmy’s Ultra Marathon Plan 14:29 Cam Munster Buys A QLD Pub 16:00 Buzz Rothfield Retires 27:06 NRL 2026 Hot Takes 40:31 The Panthers Dynasty 52:08 DCE’s Early Impact At The RoostersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Premiership winner and one of the sharpest minds in rugby league, Luke Keary, joins the team for the 2026 NRL season and this is his first official podcast alongside James Graham. The boys dive straight in with some classic NRL pre-season horror stories, discuss the latest drama between Zac Lomax & the Eels, Angus Crichton’s defection to rugby union & Kez reveals the teams he believes will 'rise' in season 2026! The Keary era at The Bye Round starts now! Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Welcome Luke Keary To The Team! 10:35 Montoyas Podcast + Our New Studio 12:37 Pre Season Horror Stories 23:45 Getting To Know Luke 30:45 Zac Lomax Drama 47:27 Angus Crichton Defects To Rugby Union 53:35 Teams That Will Rise In 2026 57:20 Rule Changes For 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Graham and Charlie White are back in and this time we rank all 17 NRL teams based on one simple question: how excited are we to actually watch them in 2026? No ladder predictions, no premiership tips. This podcast is based on just pure vibes, eyeballs and brutally honest footy chat. This is the NRL Excitement Index! NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 What’s The Excitement Index? 4:41 Rank 17-13 18:22 Rank 12-9 34:09 Rank 8-5 57:51 Rank 4-1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to a special edition and the last (for now) episode of the Jam & Cheese show! Fresh from Jimmy's groundbreaking Mental Health podcast, a raw and honest Brandon Smith shares the story of his own battle. In another eye-opening chat, you'll hear Cheese unlike you've ever heard before as he details in-depth his journey over the past 3 years. Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 for support. Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636 for support with anxiety, depression and mental health crises. The Bye Round:Email: thebyeround@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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