League Express Podcast

<p>A Podcast about the sport of Rugby League Football.<br>This is closely linked to the League Express newspaper, of which I am the editor, and the Totalrl.com website.</p>

#43 - League Express - Remembering Rob Burrow, Challenge Cup and State of Origin previews

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan remember Rob Burrow and pay tribute to all of his accomplishments on and off the field, discuss this weekend's men's and women's Challenge Cup Finals and 1895 Cup Final. They also preview the men's and women's State of Origin matches being played this week.

06-04
57:46

#41 - League Express - Is John Cartwright the man to save Hull FC?

In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Jake Kearnan discuss whether Brisbane Broncos Assistant Coach John Cartwright is the man to save Hull FC, Adrian Lam re-signing with the Leigh Leopards and Wayne Bennett returning to the South Sydney Rabbitohs. They also discuss last weekend's Challenge Cup action, the NRL's record breaking Women's State of Origin opener, Magic Round and reports that RL Commercial has reached out to the NRL.

05-21
46:57

#40 - League Express - Rovers lock in Willie Peters and is Jason Demetriou interested in a return to England?

In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Jake Kearnan discuss the re-signing of Hull KR coach Willie Peters, Martyn's conversation with Former South Sydney Coach Jason Demetriou and his possible return to Super League. They discuss Josh Charnley's 300th try, Ireland's bid to secure more International fixtures and Wakefield Trinity and Sheffield Eagles securing their trip to Wembley over the weekend. They also discuss the weekend's match-ups and look forwa...

05-14
51:21

#39 - League Express - Gary Schofield returns to discuss Hull FC signing John Asiata and how Lewis Dodd can crack the NRL

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League Legend Garry Schofield OBE to discuss how close the competition is, how John Asiata can help Hull FC and who could be there next coach. They also discuss how Lewis Dodd can crack the NRL and preview this weekend's match-ups.

05-07
01:03:43

#38 - League Express - Could a Super League coach land the Souths top job? as Lewis Dodd looks set to join the embattled club

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the Jason Demetriou's departure at South Sydney, which Super League coaches could be in the running and whether St Helens scrum-half Lewis Dodd could fix the embattled clubs problems next season and who Saints should target to if Dodd departs. They also discuss names that have been touted to take over at Hull FC following their unsuccessful attempt to poach Salford coach Paul Rowley, Leon ...

04-30
48:21

#37 - League Express - Can Hull FC poach Paul Rowley? and Ryan Hall to return to Leeds

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the reports around Hull FC trying to sign Salford coach Paul Rowley. They also discuss Ryan Hall's decision to return to Leeds next season, Tex Hoy signing with Castleford and the England v France fixture being confirmed. Martyn also discusses his proposal to restore the magic in the Challenge Cup and whether Will Pryce could get a shot at Newcastle following Kalyn Ponga's injury.

04-23
57:01

#36 - League Express - Hull FC clean house, Challenge Cup shock and Joey Manu signs with Japanese Rugby

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Hull FC parting ways with Tony Smith, Tex Hoy and Fa'amanu Brown in a bid to salvage their season. They also discuss FC's appointment of Richie Myler as Director of Rugby, Warrington and Huddersfield's Challenge Cup wins and Joey Manu's defection to Japanese Rugby. They also discuss Tara Jones becoming the first female official to referee a professional senior match in the Northern Hemisph...

04-16
56:28

#35 - League Express - Will South Sydney steal Sam Burgess? Castleford notch first Super League win and Challenge Cup preview

In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results, the drama unfolding at South Sydney and whether they will be able to poach Sam Burgess from Warrington. They also preview this weekend's Challenge Cup Quarter Final matches, discuss rumours around Hull FC shopping Tex Hoy to Super League clubs and the importance of Wigan re-signing superstar Bevan French.

04-09
52:35

#34 - League Express - Are Hull KR a serious contender? Saints stamp their authority and an NRL Europe competition?

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results including whether Hull KR are contenders or pretenders, the Saints impressive win over the premiers and the prospect of an NRL Europe competition. They also discuss the International Rugby League meeting taking place in Singapore in two weeks, the NRL's record breaking attendance and the expansion of the NRLW to 12 teams next year.

04-02
54:03

#33 - League Express - Garry Schofield joins the show to discuss the Challenge Cup, poor attendance and Hull FC troubles

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League Great Garry Schofield OBE to discuss whether the Challenge Cup has lost its aura, poor attendances and what needs fixing at Hull FC. They also discuss the proposed Championship broadcasting deal, the injury casualty ward in the NRL and the controversy surrounding the Wests Tigers playing at Leichardt Oval.

03-26
01:12:36

#32 - League Express - Scotland and Ireland lose IRL membership, Hull FC in turmoil and Challenge Cup preview

In this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results, Scotland and Ireland losing their membership with IRL meaning they will not be eligible for the next World Cup and what is going wrong with Hull FC. They also discuss the financial troubles that are going on at Featherstone Rovers following accusations of their failure to pay some of their former players and take a look at this weekend's Challenge Cup draw.

03-19
50:11

#31 - League Express - Salford snap 44 year drought, Challenge Cup fixtures announced and NRL round 1 review

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the weekend's results including the history making Salford Red Devils come from behind win at St Helens, the round 6 Challenge Cup fixtures and all the round 1 NRL action from the weekend. They also discuss Spencer Leniu's suspension for a racial slur against Brisbane Broncos stand-off Ezra Mam and discuss which English players impressed in the NRL debuts.

03-12
49:42

#30 - League Express: NRL thrives in Vegas, judiciary discussion and which English players debut down under

In this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the success of the NRL's season launch in Vegas, some questionable suspensions in Super League and which English players will debut for their new NRL clubs this week.

03-05
45:10

#29 - Part 2: Wigan are World Club Champions, refereeing backlash and red card controversy

In part 2 of this week's episode, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the World Club Challenge, the backlash surrounding the officiating and the controversy of the use of the red card. They review last weekend's other match ups and preview the round 3 action.

02-28
28:44

#29 - Part 1: Rhodri Jones joins the show to discuss the WCC, his trip to Vegas and if the NRL will buy Super League

In part one of this week's episode, RL Commercial Managing Director Rhodri Jones joins the show to discuss the launch of the 2024 season, the World Club Challenge and whether the NRL will buy Super League. Mr Jones also details his trip to Vegas this week to discuss future opportunities with the NRL and gives and update on their partnership with IMG.

02-27
01:08:23

#28 - League Express: Red card chaos, round one wrap and World Club Challenge preview

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all round 1 match-ups, the controversial use of the red card and take a look at this weekend's World Club Challenge. They discuss the record breaking round 1 crowd attendance and reflect on the new coverage of all matches.

02-20
54:31

#27 - League Express: Tom Burgess signs with Giants, BBC Coverage locked in and Super League preview

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan preview round 1 of the Super League season, discuss the signing's of Tom Burgess, Harry Newman and Lee Kershaw. They discuss the Rob Burrow award, Penrith Panthers star Jarome Luai being rule out of the World Club Challenge against Wigan and the RFL's new broadcasting deal with the BBC.

02-13
46:59

#26 - League Express: Pre-season results, London Broncos injury headache and a new broadcast deal

In this week's episode of the League Express podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's pre-season and and 1895 matches, the London Broncos injury woes and a new broadcast deal.

02-06
45:55

#25 - Part 2: How referees will police new RFL rules, IMG and the future of Rugby League

In part 2 of this week's episode, Editor of League Express Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Former Referee Robert Hicks to discuss how referees will police the new tackle height rules and the future of Rugby League and IMG.

01-31
44:53

#25 - Part 1: Former referee Robert Hicks joins the podcast

In part one of this two part episode, Editor of League Express Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former referee and current Director of Operations & Legal at the RFL Robert Hicks. In part one, Robert reflects on the many highlights of his career, discusses the challenges referees face in today's game and how he dealt with certain players.

01-30
31:34

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