Freddy and the Eighth

On a special Grand Final episode of Freddy & the Eighth, Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler are joined by NRL legends Paul ‘Chief’ Harragon, Anthony Minichiello and Billy Peden, as the gang share their final thoughts on the 2026 NRL Grand Final between the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights. Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 0:00 Get ready!2:08 Joey’s emotional scenes3:29 What it means to Newcastle4:46 Emotions of Sunday’s game5:40 Atmosphere of 6:25 Ponga’s huge tackle7:37 Chooks flying under the radar?8:28 Any concerns around Walker?9:20 Storylines in the Roosters squad10:23 Chief’s music video11:08 Paul Harragon joins the show11:24 The Chief’s thoughts on the Knights12:18 Ponga’s evolution as a leader13:04 The impact of Justin Holbrook14:02 Chief impressed by young forwards15:03 Chief’s take on the Roosters pack15:38 How to manage fanfare during GF week16:40 Chief’s address to the 1997 team18:22 Dark days of the Knights19:07 Importance of signing local talent20:00 Joey’s kidnapping of Daniel Johns23:10 Anthony Minichiello joins the show23:37 Which premiership was special to Mini?24:20 The Rooster way25:32 Mini’s injuries26:26 Mini’s fun adventures with Joey27:14 Roosters silent advantage27:38 Dolphins v Roosters recap28:19 The freakish Marky Mark29:17 The match-up to watch29:30 Two fullbacks - Two captains29:48 Mini’s plans for GF day30:19 Romy Teitzel joins the show33:08 Billy Peden joins the show35:34 Having a crack thanks to Sportsbet38:06 Final thoughts NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns go nuclear on the behaviour of fans after Wahs fans pelted bottles at referees after a controversial call in the semi-final match between the Warriors and Knights. The boys preview the upcoming preliminary finals and make some shocking tips as to who they think will make it to the Grand Final. Plus, Roosters star Tarryn Aiken and Newcastle Knights legend Kurt Gidley join the show. Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 0:00 Jai Arrow Gala3:03 NRL logos stolen4:00 No Grand Final entertainment5:56 Latrell & Cody to leave?9:28 Where could Cody end up?10:50 Joey Commbox Cam11:48 Boys thoughts on missed call14:18 Fredd & Joey blast fans17:52 Knights fans secure tickets18:42 What it means to Newcastle20:10 Kurt Gidley joins the show21:01 Newcastle’s head office fix22:04 Knights young forwards23:20 Embracing the challenge of Eden Park24:59 Joey & Kurt’s fond memories26:11 How to beat Penrith?28:07 Joey nervous29:40 Tarryn Aiken joins the show30:07 Baxter and Millie retirement30:26 Tarryn’s mindset leading into a game30:52 Strict offseason for NRLW players31:30 Recovering from an ACL32:26 RLPA NRLW Dream Team33:07 Teagan Levi’s impressive rookie year33:25 Are the Broncos the main threat?34:56 Roosters v Raiders preview35:21 Joey’s getting cancelled36:01 Tarryn’s thoughts on the modified ball37:53 Dolphins v Roosters preview41:59 Panthers v Knights preview45:35 Having A Crack thanks to Sportsbet48:15 Boys tips for Prelims NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Storm superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen joins the show to tell us all about his life post Rugby League, Cameron Munster makes a surprise call in to catch up with Papy and ask a few hard hitting questions. Is Nathan Cleary's injury going to be worry for the Panthers? And the Warriors fans have proven, that with the right venue, Finals Footy can get a huge turnout.  All this and more on another episode of Freddy and the Eighth. 0:00 Welcome1:44 What caught our eye7:03 Nathan Cleary sin bin13:04 Eden Park sellout15:34 Ryan Papenhuyzen joins the show22:05 Cameron Munster joins the show29:09 Warriors v Knights preview33:35 Roosters v Sharks preview36:51 Teagan Levi named RLPA Women's Rookie of the Year40:41 NRLW Finals Footy43:12 Having a Crack 46:02 Finals Week 2 tips Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dolphins superstar Felise Kaufusi joins the show live as Finals fever hits! Plus, Freddy sits down for an exclusive chat with Warriors skipper James Fisher-Harris, NRLW superstar Emma Verran stops by ahead of an action-packed final round, and the boys hand out brutal season report cards for all nine eliminated teams and the winner of the 2026 Freddy & the Eighth Medal is revealed! All that and more! Intro 00:00Finals Team Previews 05:00Felise Kaufusi joins the show 17:50Freddy sits down with James Fisher Harris 26:40Warriors v Dolphins preview 30:20Season Report Cards 32:10Emma Verren joins the show 40:10'Having a Crack' thanks to SportsBet 44:45Freddy and the Eighth Medal Winner 47:35Goodbyes 50:35 Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Sydney star Cody Walker joins the show to discuss all things Bunnies! Plus, Jasmine and John Strange stop by ahead of the Roosters' Finals run, and the boys break down the top teams leading into Finals. All that and more! Intro 00:00Jarome Luai the PNG Pepsi Man 01:30Finals Footy chat 04:45Round 27 Team List 06:54Freddy on Royce Simmons Walk 10:50Cody Walker Joins the Show 12:15Jai Arrow 100th Game 18:05Cody Walker x Cliff Lyons 22:04John & Jasmine Strange Join the Show 26:50Freddy and The Eighth Medals 34:46'Having a Crack' thanks to SportsBet 36:40Round 27 Preview 39:12Goodbyes 44:05 Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.