Six Tackles With Gus

Phil Gould and James Bracey look at the immediate future of the NRL with a second wave of coronavirus. They discuss concerns for the clubs and how certain hot spots being announced will put the game back in jeopardy. But, with players back in the bubble, will things be different this time around? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Phil Gould and James Bracey tackle the prospect of Sonny Bill Williams coming back to the NRL, a possible three-year $3 million deal for teen prodigy Joseph Suaalii and the mounting pressure on Brisbane Broncos coach Anthony Seibold following another thrashing last week. The pair also give their predictions and analysis for the next round and Gus relives “Penrith party central”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Phil Gould and James Bracey talk about what will happen in the Indigenous round. Gus also discusses the benefits to players for raising the playing age to 21 and if being good enough means you're old enough. Gus deliberates- will Peter V'landys save the game?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss coaches seeking greener pastures, the rumours circulating about a swap between Corey Norman and Gareth Widdop, the NRL’s management of the ‘bubble’ and, as always, the hosts give their predictions and analysis for the next round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s instalment, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the drama surrounding Brisbane Broncos breach of the NRL’s COVID-19 protocol to the standing down of Tevita Pengai Jr and the ‘gutless’ rumours circulating on social media about coach Anthony Seibold. Also up for discussion is Gus’s new role for the Warriors and the St George Illawarra Dragons part ways with coach Paul McGregor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode hosts Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss where it all went wrong for the once mighty Brisbane Broncos, the origins of ‘vile’ rumours about coach Anthony Seibold, Kevin Proctor’s suspension for biting Shaun Johnson and what happens to the ‘bubble’ when the season ends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week hosts Phil Gould and James Bracey weigh in on Anthony Seibold's decision to step down as head coach of the Brisbane Broncos, discuss who between Paul Green or Kevin Walters will step into that coveted position and the importance of cultivating the game in the Pacific Islands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the Origin eligibility of Pacific Islander players, the secret to making the rugby league the most dominant sport in the southern hemisphere, AFL ‘stealing’ the Gabba from NRL, Benji Marshall departing West Tigers and Bronson Xerri’s future after his B sample result tests positive for steroids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, Phil Gould and James Bracey address the hurtful campaign suggesting Gus stood in the way in Anthony Griffin’s Dragons appointment, they discuss Russell Packer and Josh Reynolds abandoning their team at half-time, Brisbane Broncos open to a Wayne Bennett return, and they tackle the toxic environment within the Bulldogs. Gus also gives his tips and relives some of his favourite Ray Warren moments.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of this week’s Women in League Round hosts Phil Gould and James Bracey tackle the increased risk of head injuries in the modern game to the pitfalls of professional football. They also discuss the ethics of clubs loaning out players, changes to bunker operations and Gus reflects on special moments throughout his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.