The Billy Slater Podcast

• NRLW: The Maddie Studdon Block: Why the NRL's Decision Will Shake the NRLW

  This week on the show, we're joined by North Queensland Cowboys forward Makenzie Weale to discuss what it's been like on the ground in Townsville. Then, we tackle the controversial news that Maddie Studdon was blocked from joining the Warriors, breaking down the implications and what this means for her future. Plus, we talk about the rumor sending shockwaves through the league—is Jesse Southwell really heading to Brisbane? We also hand out our NRLW Weekly Medal, answer listener questions, and give you our tips for Round 8. It's an episode you won't want to miss! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. 00:00 - Welcome 01:00 - NRLW Weekly medal 04:00 - Maddie Studdon blocked from joining Warriors 09:00 - Jesse Southwell to Brisbane rumour 11:45 - Ru’s Learning with Lite N Easy 15:00 - Mackenzie Weale 25:00 - ‘What caught my sideline eye’ 28:00 - Listener questions 30:30 - Round 8 tips and previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Stay in their lane, Referee the rules

  Billy Slater dives into a round full of crucial wins and heated moments, including the controversial penalties and head clashes that defined the Warriors-Dragons and Storm-Panthers games. He gives his opinion on why the Roosters are a "really well balanced team" and heaps praise on the form of both Sam Walker and Harry Grant. Billy also discusses the Broncos-Dolphins derby and the turning point for the Wests Tigers, before answering a big listener question on Payne Haas and revealing his top three code hoppers. The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Peter Psaltis thanks to TAB - For the best time in sport, TAB has the best app in sport. TAB, We’re On. Send through your questions to Billy [email protected] 00:00 - Welcome Top 8 is locked in Anything can happen 03:00 - Rabbitohs Eels Jye Gray praise Roosters Rabbitohs rivalry Alex Johnston 07:00 - Storm Panthers Harry Grant praise Penalty controversy 13:00 - Warriors Dragons Penalty controversy Head clash injury Dragons should be 3 in a row 17:45 - Roosters Bulldogs “Really well balanced team” Sam Walker praise 22:30 - Sharks Titans Sharks should go all out attack Cam McInnes injury 27:00 - Broncos Dolphins Reece Walsh Billy Walters 31:00 - Tigers Sea Eagles Ever since Melbourne, they just haven't kicked on Benji Marshall finally seeing some rewards 34:30 - Billy M Awards 37:00 - Listener questions Payne Haas Teams dropping off 42:00 - Ampol Power Surge Top 3 Code hoppers 45:00 - Round 25 previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• NRLW: An obvious choice for the new QLD coach

  Ruan and Marlee delve into the candidates to replace Tahnee Norris as the Queensland Origin coach, including Greg Inglis and Karryn Murphy. Injuries continue building as Ru speaks on the need for extended NRLW squads and more games, with hopes of the players one day going full-time. In "Lite N Easy learning" Ru breaks down the wrap play and the 'run first' mentality for playmakers. The episode wraps up with listener questions on developing players and what makes the NRLW a unique and compelling sport to follow, before a preview of Round 7. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Billy on trainers: “I think the NRL has dropped the ball”

  Billy Slater unpacks a round of big results, giving his take on the Roosters' dominant performance and why the Dolphins are "starting to feel the pinch." He shares a strong opinion on the referees' handling of the four sin bins in that game and weighs in on the ongoing "trainer-gate" controversy, arguing the NRL needs to "police it more." Billy also discusses the Broncos' injury crisis, the Bulldogs' long-term strategy, and why the Warriors' season is "starting to become desperate." The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Peter Psaltis thanks to TAB - For the best time in sport, TAB has the best app in sport. TAB, We’re On. Send through your questions to Billy [email protected] 00:00 - Welcome 02:30 - Roosters Dolphins Billy concerned about four sin bins Sam Walker back to his best 09:00 - Broncos Storm Halves injured Xavier Coates 15:00 - Eels Cowboys Disallowed try Trainer-gate 22:00 - Rabbitohs Titans Alex Johnston 26:00 - Bulldogs Warriors Burton 40/20 Bailey Haywood 31:00 - Dragons Sharks 33:00 - Panthers Knights Issah Yeo the big concern 37:00 - Raiders Sea Eagles 39:00 - Tino contract talks 39:40 - Billy M medal for TAB 43:30 - Listener questions 47:00 - Ampol Power Surge Top Indigenous players 55:00 - Round 24 previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• NRLW: Roster Expansion: The Road to 30

  This week, we're unpacking a massive weekend of footy, starting with the wet and wild action in Newcastle and the electric atmosphere of Magic Round. We shine a spotlight on the inaugural Indigenous Round. Ru talks expansion and what it would mean for the league, plus a look at the round ahead. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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