#27 Ricky Stuart Goes Off The Record: Canberra Raiders, Craig Bellamy & his near biff with Buzz
In this episode of Off The Record, Ricky Stuart opens up like never before. From his career highlights as a player to his decades as a coach, Ricky shares the highs, the lows, and the passion that’s driven him. He talks about the pressures of the job, his relationships with journalists and coaches like Craig Bellamy, and the challenges of leading a team. Ricky also gives a personal look at his life beyond the field, including his work with the Ricky Stuart Foundation, and reflects on the legacy he wants to leave behind. Whether you’re a Raiders fan or just love the inside stories of elite sport, this is Ricky Stuart unfiltered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#26: The Johns Brothers are back, AFL's Snoop Dogg signing & why everyone hates journalists
Buzz and Webby are back behind the mics for another unapologetic run through sport, media, and everything in between. From cricket’s latest headlines to Snoop Dogg lighting up the AFL Grand Final, NRL coaching shake-ups, concussion controversy, and why trust in journalism is on the line — nothing’s off limits. Strap in for fearless forecasts, sharp takes, and a few stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#25: Wallabies get a WIN, Trainer-Gate & the time Buzz missed a Big Steve Waugh News Story
The boys are back with another unfiltered episode of Off The Record. This week, they dive into the latest rugby chaos — from the Wallabies finally bagging a win to the blow-up over the NRL’s TV scheduling. They break down the Trainergate scandal out west, dissect the state of rugby, and react to a wild moment in women’s basketball — plus, why Ryan Hoffman is fuming. Buzz also shares the Steve Waugh story that still keeps him up at night, along with the fearless forecasts for this week’s footy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#24 David Gallop goes Off The Record
David Gallop is one of the greatest administrators in Australian sport — having steered both the NRL and Football Federation Australia through some of their most defining moments. In this episode, we cover it all:• How he found himself running rugby league• His approach to handling media pressure and player controversies — including the Melbourne Storm salary cap scandal• What it was like working alongside Frank Lowy to grow the global game in Australia• The highs and lows of his time in charge of the NRL & Football Australia• What he’s learned about leadership along the way• And What he's working on now Follow Off The Record on Instagram here & subscribe to our YouTube channel hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#23: Lachie Galvin's West Tigers reunion, Wallabies Heartbreak & Oscar Piastri’s Big Win
Buzz and Webby go Off the Record once again on the week’s biggest sporting news and controversies,. You heard it here first — from the 360 shake-up to Penrith’s claim as the greatest team of all time. They break down the Wallabies’ heartbreaking loss, Galvin’s redemption arc at Tigerland, and Buzz doesn’t hold back on Trump’s dodgy golf game. Plus: one of the funniest golf stories you’ll ever hear from Webby — featuring 18 lost balls and a run-in with Bob Hawke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two of Australia’s most well-known sports journos are finally on the same team.
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Andrew Webster are no longer just going head-to-head in rival publications - they’re joining forces for Off The Record, a new sports podcast that cuts through the spin and calls it how it is.
Yes, there are about 12,000 sports podcasts out there. But this one hits different. Off The Record is going to brings a fresh edge, unfiltered takes, and two of the country’s sharpest sports journos calling it exactly how they see it.
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