The Bye Round With James Graham

<p>NRL Legend James Graham's Unique Take on The World Of Rugby League Featuring In-Depth Analysis & Interviews With Some Of The Games Fascinating Characters!</p>

Inside The Psychology Of James Graham w/ Dr Scott Goldman!

In this very unique episode Jimmy sits down with world renowned sports psychologist Dr Scott Goldman and goes deep into what makes him tick as an athlete & we find out his strengths & weaknesses!  Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-21
01:06:02

Jam & Cheese Season Finale; Leo Thompson's NRL Future, Roosters Rap Song & Are The Tigers Legitimate Top 8 Contenders In 2025?

Jimmy Graham is joined by Brandon Smith for the season finale episode of the Jam & Cheese podcast!  The boys unpack Leo Thompson's future in the NRL after snubbing the Knights,  discuss the Melbourne Storm roster conundrum, we debate whether the Tigers are legitimate Top 8 contenders in 2025 plus Cheese reacts to the Sydney Roosters rap song 'We Rock The Party'!  Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   0:00 Welcome To The Season Finale! 02:10 Cheese Injury & Club Future Update 10:55 GIVEAWAY UPDATE 13:30 Xmas & NYE Plans 17:00 Leo Thompson’s NRL Future 24:00 Melbourne Storm Roster Conundrum 32:40 DCE Retirement Bombshell 35:10 Jarome Luai & The Tigers 42:45 Ezra Mam Court Case 48:02 Roosters Rap Song 52:07 Listener QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-17
59:05

An English Legend: Gareth Widdop

This week Jimmy is joined by fellow Englishman Gareth Widdop. A returning guest to the podcast Gaz opens up on his 'official' retirement from footy, what the future holds and whether or not he will step into coaching plus the boys share some hilarious stories from their careers! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   0:00 Jimmy The WWE Superstar 03:12 Retirement 10:50 Cold Water Therapy 19:15 Zac Lomax 26:17 Reflecting On Gaz’s Time At The Dragons 32:15 England Camp Stories 38:14 Jeremy Latimore 42:00 Almond Milk & Red WineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-14
48:27

The PNG Debate, Jimmy Blasts The Luai Player Options & Is Cheese's Time At The Roosters Done?

Jimmy Graham is joined by Brandon Smith & Charlie White as the boys unpack what the Reece Robson signing means for Cheese. We debate the Tigers decision to give Jarome Luai player options & has the NRL made the right call with PNG? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   00:00 Special Giveaway 09:50 Cheese Reacts To Robson Signing 22:00 Roosters Next Moves 29:00 Cheese’s Letter From A Fan 37:00 Jarome Luai’s Clauses 53:00 PNG Confirmed As 18th TeamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-11
01:09:53

Roundtable Episode 10 | The Fans

This week the Roundtable is taken over by the fans with the Rugby League Guru, Tom Birmingham from Hello Sport & Winston Neville jumping in to provide the fans perspective on the biggest issues in the game! We cover a range of topics & would love to hear your thoughts on anything we missed!  Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   00:00 Fan Biases 05:00 The Current Product 10:00 Fans Perspective Of Referees 27:00 The November 1 Set Up 38:00 The NRL Content Game 59:00 Golden Point 01:05:00 The Cost Of JerseysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-09
01:22:39

Wests Tigers Star Recruit: Terrell May

This week Jimmy is joined by a man in the headlines, new Wests Tigers recruit Terrell May! The boys chat through Terrell's bizarre and controversial exit from the Roosters, why he signed with the Tigers, growing up in Mt Druitt, playing for Samoa and why the best version of Terrell May is yet to come! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   0:00 Touring England With Samoa 2:30 Pre Season Training 7:45 Sydney Roosters Exit 15:50 Benji Marshall 17:30 Staying True To Yourself 23:00 Family First 29:05 Growing Up In Mt Druitt 42:30 Community Role Model 45:10 Vlogging On YouTube 50:00 Wests Tigers Aspirations 58:30 State Of Origin 1:01:45 Dream Spine 1:03:45 Jimmy’s Three Questions + Running A MarathonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-07
01:16:16

The Bellamy Origin Dilemma, Click Bait Media & Will The Bunnies Bounce Back Under Bennett?

James Graham is joined by Brandon Smith & Charlie White as Jimmy has found a problem with Bellamy's new Origin role! We talk some recent click bait headlines, all the latest player movement news & breakdown if the Bunnies can bounce back under Wayne Bennett! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   00:00 How Good Are Mums 08:45 Laurie Daley The NSW Coach 22:00 Clickbait Media 27:20 Bennett’s First Day At The Bunnies 34:00 Jonah Pezet Knights Mega Offer 38:20 Pahulu Release Request 40:00 Questions From YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-04
47:00

Roundtable Episode 9 | The Biggest Issues In The NRL

We are back with the Rugby League Roundtable for 2024! A brand new cast with a current head coach, player, executive & journalist sitting down with James Graham to debate the biggest issues in the game. The crew this year is Dragons head coach Shane Flanagan, former Kangaroos & NSW star Aaron Woods, Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov & the Daily Telegraphs Brent Read. This week we tackle some of the biggest issues facing the game with a deep look at third party deals, contracts & grassroots rugby league! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   00:00 Third Party Deals 12:00 Contracts 24:00 No Fault Stand Down Policy 30:00 Suburban Grounds v Modern Stadiums 42:00 Grassroots Rugby League 47:00 What Is The Biggest Issue The Game Is Facing?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-02
56:10

Clive Churchill Medalist: Luke Keary

This week Jimmy is joined by three-time Premiership winner, Roosters and Rabbitohs legend Luke Keary. The pair chat through the highs and lows of Luke's career, his imminent move to France, dealing with concussion and why he learnt so much Roosters coach Trent Robinson. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   0:00 ‘Former NRL Star Luke Keary’ 2:40 Move To France 10:10 Post Footy Plans 15:50 Sydney Roosters 36:15 2014 Souths Premiership Win 42:17 The Russell Crowe Incident 46:49 Dealing With Injuries & Concussion 1:11:29 Representing Ireland At The 2021 RLWC 1:19:36 Jimmy & Luke’s Special On-Field Moment 1:22:00 Jimmy’s Three QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-30
01:35:52

The Halves Merry Go Round, Cheese Responds To Robson Rumours & The Dragons Bright Future!

Jimmy Graham is joined by Charlie White & Brandon Smith to unpack the player movement merry go round with the Broncos massive signing of Ben Hunt! We talk what Lachlan Illias can bring to the Dragons, Cheese responds to the Reece Robson Chooks rumours & we find out why Ryles has got the players on the tools at Parra! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/   00:00 Shirtless Zooms & late notes 08:00 Ben Hunt Signs w/ Broncos 23:00 Illias To The Dragons! 30:00 Cheese Reacts To Robson Linked To Roosters 39:00 Parra Players On The Tools 46:00 Questions From YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-27
56:29

Roundtable Episode 8 | The Future Of Rugby League

We are back with the Rugby League Roundtable for 2024! A brand new cast with a current head coach, player, executive & journalist sitting down with James Graham to debate the biggest issues in the game. The crew this year is Dragons head coach Shane Flanagan, former Kangaroos & NSW star Aaron Woods, Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov & the Daily Telegraphs Brent Read. This week we jump in a time machine & look at the future of our game. We find out what threats the game is facing, what rule changes will be made, the NRL's financial future & how technology will change rugby league! 00:00 Banning The Kick Off 15:00 The Tackle Height 20:00 Will Players Waive Their Rights In Future? 25:20 What Technological Advancements Will We See? 39:00 The Future Of Refereeing 48:00 The Financial Future Of The Game 58:00 Prediction For The FutureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-25
01:01:49

Dragons Head Coach: Shane Flanagan

This week Jimmy is joined by one of the best head coaches in the NRL Shane Flanagan. Shane talks us through the turbulent off-season for the Dragons, where the club is heading, how he handled Ben Hunt's exit & the future of the Dragons. Plus, he talks us through the incredible 2016 premiership run he had with the Sharks & why the Dragons can improve in 2025! 0:00 Dragons 2025 Recruitment 11:47 Ben Hunt Situation Explained 19:05 Dragons 2024 Season 45:00 Art Of Coaching 57:03 Going Through Adversity 1:09:11 2016 Sharks Premiership 1:15:23 Kyle Flanagan 1:22:00 Life Away From Footy 1:24:12 Advice For Aspiring First Grade Coaches 1:30:00 Winning A Premiership With The Dragons 1:36:13 Flanno’s Dream Spine 1:37:50 Jimmy’s 3 QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-23
01:47:00

Cheese Addresses His Roosters Future, The Tigers Top 8 Roster & The Shock NSW Coaching Candidate!

James Graham is joined by Brandon Smith & Charlie White as we go deep on the Tigers rebuild with Benji signing May to a 3 year deal. Cheese reveals the latest on his Sydney Roosters future, plus we talk the shock candidate for the NSW job & we debate what a pass mark is for the Wests Tigers! 00:00 International Habits 05:30 Cheese Roosters Update 13:30 Do We Need A Loan System? 17:30 Terrell May Tigers Signing 20:00 Do The Tigers Have A Top 8 Roster? 22:30 Is It Make Or Break For Benji? 40:00 The Shock NSW Coach Candidate 56:40 Draw Released Today! 01:00:00 Questions From YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-20
01:04:02

Roundtable Episode 7 | Player Agents

We are back with the Rugby League Roundtable for 2024! A brand new cast with a current head coach, player, executive & journalist sitting down with James Graham to debate the biggest issues in the game. The crew this year is Dragons head coach Shane Flanagan, former Kangaroos & NSW star Aaron Woods, Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov & the Daily Telegraphs Brent Read. This week we look at one of the most divisive parts of our great game, player agents. The guys go deep on the issues agents create, why they are important in the game, how we can fix any conflicts of interest, plus we find out why clubs, players & agents can fall out! 00:00 Dealing With Agents 05:00 How Do We Clean The Space Up? 07:30 Why Do Player Agents Talk To Journalists? 08:30 Agents Managing Coaches & Players 13:00 Is The Power Of Agents Overblown 16:00 Should Clubs Be More Transparent? 21:30 Is It Necessary To Have An Agent? 26:00 Falling Out With Agents 29:00 What Needs To Change?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-18
34:29

England's Finest: Josh Hodgson

This week James Graham is joined by one of his closest mates from his playing days Josh Hodgson. Hodgy returns for a 2nd time as the boys go down memory lane with some classic stories from their playing days. We go deep on what Hodgy's up to now, the changing pathways at Parramatta & why he is pursuing coaching! 0:00 Pumpkin Hodgson 14:00 Retirement Decision 21:05 Move Into Coaching 52:30 Honesty In Coaching 1:10:07 How Much Praise Is Too Much Praise? 1:14:50 Dr. Scott Goldman, A.I.Q & The Eels 1:22:05 Jason Ryles & The New Era At The Eels In 2025 1:27:30 Who’s More Aussie - Hodgson or Graham? 1:32:40 Fire Alarm Story 1:41:07 Being A First-Grade Head CoachSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-16
01:49:41

The Tigers Culture Change, Kick Off Rule Changes & The Next Face Of The NRL!

James Graham is joined by Brandon Smith & Charlie White as the boys discuss the brilliance of Isaiya Katoa, talk the Chooks links with Ben Hunt & find out the frontrunners for Terrell May! Plus, we talk the kick off rule changes & the boys are fired up over the Tigers players who rocked up to pre-season unfit!  00:00 Jimmy’s Daylight Savings Gaffe 04:00 Pacific Championship Recap 10:20 Ben Hunt Latest – Where Is Headed? 17:00 Terrell May Latest – Which Sydney Club Will Get Him? 20:00 The Kick Off Rule Changes 32:30 The Tigers Culture Change 40:30 Laurie Daley The Frontrunner For NSWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-13
45:20

Roundtable Episode 6 | Player Welfare & Concussion

We are back with the Rugby League Roundtable for 2024! A brand new cast with a current head coach, player, executive & journalist sitting down with James Graham to debate the biggest issues in the game. The crew this year is Dragons head coach Shane Flanagan, former Kangaroos & NSW star Aaron Woods, Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov & the Daily Telegraphs Brent Read. This week we look at how the game manages player welfare & concussion. We debate how the game should handle the kick off, talk training contact sessions, player lawsuits & the boys go head to head over the length of the NRL season. Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/ Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ 00:00 Training Contact Sessions 12:00 Impact On Life Span 15:00 The New Era Of Player Welfare 16:30 The Kick Off  29:45 The Health & Safety At Footy Clubs 42:30 Player Lawsuits 57:00 Is The Season Too Long? 01:00:00 The Role Of The RLPA 01:03:00 Ladbrokes Fan QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-11
01:15:38

The No. 1 Play By Play Commentator In The Game: Dan Ginnane

This week James Graham is joined by his great mate Dan Ginnane. Dan Ginnane is one of the best play by play commentators in the game calling the biggest games across Fox League & Triple M every round of the NRL season. Dan takes us inside his journey to becoming one of the most iconic voices in Rugby League, he explains the level of research required to call an NRL game, what makes a great commentator & why Ray Warren played a pivotal role in him pursuing NRL commentary!  Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/ Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ 0:00 Off-Season 12:45 Preparation For Weekend Of Footy 20:53 What’s Harder To Call - Blowout Or Error-A-Thon? 26:20 What Does Dan Prefer - Radio or TV? 33:02 Commentating Test Match Cricket 37:20 Name Pronunciations 43:47 Fan Experience At Sporting Games 59:57 GOODBYE! 1:05:40 What Makes A Good Co-Commentator? 1:07:39 Commentator Rivalries  1:16:44 Ambitions & Goals 1:31:21 NRL In Las Vegas 1:45:30 Jimmy’s Three QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-09
02:12:42

The Craziest Transfer Window We've Ever Seen, Ben Hunt's Replacement & Pacific Championship Final Preview!

Jimmy Graham jumps in with Brandon Smith & Charlie White as the boys go deep on the craziest transfer window we've ever seen, plus we preview the pacific championship final & answer all your dms! Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/ Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ 00:00 Jimmy’s Coffees Habits 03:00 Girds Retreat 09:30 Cheese Got A Cat 12:00 AJ Brimson's Betting Slip Up 17:00 Cheese Playing Future 22:30 Ben Hunt Latest 25:30 Terrell May Latest 29:00 Leo Thompson Latest 31:15 Ben Hunt’s Replacement 35:00 Clint Gutherson Unhappy With Dragons 39:20 Pacific Championships Recap 48:00 England Samoa Recap 53:00 Pacific Championships Final Week Preview 59:00 Questions From YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-06
01:04:12

Roundtable Episode 5 | The Influence Of Media

We are back with the Rugby League Roundtable for 2024! A brand new cast with a current head coach, player, executive & journalist sitting down with James Graham to debate the biggest issues in the game. The crew this year is Dragons head coach Shane Flanagan, former Kangaroos & NSW star Aaron Woods, Manly Sea Eagles CEO Tony Mestrov & the Daily Telegraphs Brent Read. This week we look at the impact media has on the game of Rugby League. We go deep on if the media has too much power, how journalists get their stories, the impact social media is having on players & much more! Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes.com/ Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ 00:00 Does The Media Have Too Much Power? 03:00 Validating Stories As A Journalist 07:30 How Leaking Stories Impact Clubs 11:00 Click Bait Headlines 15:00 Impact Of Media Leaks On Clubs 22:30 Who Speaks To The Media The Most? 27:00 Crisis Management 31:00 Are Journos Scared Of Certain Clubs? 36:30 Do Clubs Put Restrictions On Players? 43:00 The Impact Of Social Media 01:01:00 Ladbrokes Fan CommentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-04
01:10:19

Adam Walnut Walo

NRL360 was the biggest load of rubbish.

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