Freddy and the Eighth

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NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler, Mat Thompson and NRL legend Andrew Johns dissect the biggest issues of the week.

  1. 1 hr ago

    Boys explain what changes need to be made at the Tigers

    The gang is back together and ready to tackle all the latest talking points in the world of Rugby League. Adam Doueihi and Benji Marshall may have patched things over, but the boys still believe things need to change at the Wests Tigers. The PNG Chiefs are putting together a formidable roster with the acquisition of Zac Lomax. Plus, the Sharks are circling, can Nicho Hynes steer the Cronulla Sharks to a premiership in 2026? All that and more on another episode of Freddy & the Eighth. Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 0:00 The gang is back together0:15 Happy Birthday Danika0:57 Joey’s private jet1:52 The Channel 9 Chopper2:52 Freddy’s microphone hack3:13 Nicho Hynes on fire3:38 Hazem El Masri’s kicking masterclass4:45 No health issues for Laurie7:48 Doueihi returns to the Tigers8:49 Was Doueihi in the wrong?9:23 Stability key to club success10:08 Tales of Tiger Town10:59 What needs to change14:13 Greatest sports curse broken15:47 Gaelic Football commentary16:32 County Mayo win the All-Ireland16:54 Ruby League hoodoo’s17:03 Roosters v Cowboys17:44 Knights’ first win against Broncos18:16 Curse of the Bambino18:46 Ben Hunt’s curse to redemption19:25 Sharks break premiership drought20:02 Rabbitohs comeback premiership win21:11 Lomax signs with PNG24:53 Ins and Outs of Round 2226:05 Blaize Talagi dropped27:23 Ponga returns28:15 Sharks surging to the finish31:33 Jai July32:46 Freddy & the Eighth Medal35:35 Having A Crack thanks to Sportsbet39:06 Sam Walker’s Origin pass39:55 Thursday Night Footy preview40:57 Friday Night Footy preview41:18 Sunday Arvo Footy preview42:30 Freddy discovers AI NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 22 Jul

    Laurie Daley endorses Joey to coach NSW

    Victorious NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley joins Andrew Johns and Danika Mason on a special edition of Freddy & the Eighth. Laurie throws his support behind Joey to coach the NSW Blues in the future. The Origin greats name their ultimate team of the 90s. Can Manly survive without Tom Trbojevic and what does his latest injury mean for the future of his career? Subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/2lvAJT2 NRL News👉 https://bit.ly/2mPWIV9 0:00 Welcome Laurie Daley2:33 Laurie reflects on Origin3:15 Difference between coaching and playing4:02 Aftermath of Game 34:56 Hardest part of coaching7:12 Loz’s future as coach7:47 Who is a future Origin coach?9:08 Loz endorses Joey for coaching10:43 1996 Origin series11:53 Loz’s hit on Andrew Gee12:36 Bonding in Origin13:49 Difference from 2014 to 202615:14 Grand Final celebrations17:27 Tim Sheens’ coaching tree19:18 Joey’s ultimate 90s team25:17 Loz’s ultimate 90s team25:54 Bozo sprays ET27:22 Turbo’s hamstring injury28:40 Turbo to the centres?30:55 Having A Crack by Sportsbet34:20 Jai July34:48 Freddy & the Eighth medal35:47 Broncos run home38:59 Thursday Night Footy preview40:03 Friday Night Footy preview40:36 Sunday Arvo Footy preview41:39 Vale Scott Dureau NRL on Nine is the home of everything rugby league so stay tuned for more NRL highlights, analysis, opinion and video. Watch NRL LIVE and FREE: https://stream.9now.com.au/yewrYenTVJb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NRLonNine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlonnineTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrlonnine?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/NRLonNine #NRLonNine #WideWorldofSports #NRL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 15 Jul

    Has Luai’s tenure at the Wests Tigers been successful or a huge failure

    The Eighth Immortal is away on holidays so we’ve recruited his nephew! Cooper Johns joins Brad Fittler and Danika Mason for a very funny episode. The trio make sense of the Jarome Luai and Benji Marshall saga, and has Luai’s time at the Tigers been successful or a failure? Is the Melbourne Storm’s season over with Cameron Munster set to miss 4-6 weeks? Plus, we dive into some of the best ‘having a crack’ moments in Rugby League history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 7 Jul

    Freddy & Joey preview the 2026 State of Origin decider

    Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns share their final words ahead of the 2026 State of Origin decider. 2024 Origin hero Bradman Best joins the show to discuss tactics and gameplan ahead of Game III. Plus, the boys name the best Indigenous player they have played with in their careers. All that and more on a special Origin edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 5 Jul

    Stories of Origin: The Unstoppable Greg Inglis – Game 2, 2008

    In the final episode of Stories of Origin series five, host Mathew Thompson sits down with the legendary Greg Inglis to discuss his standout 2008 State of Origin campaign. Known for his power and intimidation, "GI" recalls how he overcame a difficult start to the series to secure a glorious victory in Queensland’s golden era of dominance. Despite his on-field success, Greg reflects on the personal challenges he faced with his mental health. Now, as a fit and healthy family man, he uses his powerful profile to support indigenous people who are experiencing the same issues. His commitment to the Goanna Academy is making a significant impact, a legacy that extends well beyond his on-field achievements, especially as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of NAIDOC Week. This episode concludes series five of Stories of Origin, winner of the Best Sports Podcast at the annual Australian Audio Awards. Host: Mathew ThompsonExecutive Producer: Matty White Thanks to TAB for supporting Stories of Origin Season 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stories of Origin: The Unstoppable Greg Inglis – Game 2, 2008

  6. 1 Jul

    Joey's answer to the NSW Blues coaching call

    With growing speculation around the future of the NSW Blues coaching role, Andrew Johns reveals why he would/wouldn’t take the role. Newcastle Knights legend and Blues hero Danny Buderus joins the show and tells us who he thinks should be the dummy-halves in the future for NSW. Plus, celebrating 10 years of Beanies for Brain Cancer and the remarkable job Mark Hughes and the Callandar’s are doing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 21 Jun

    Stories of Origin: Brad Fittler's Favourite Origin | The Fairytale Farewell of 2004

    No one has had a greater influence on New South Wales rugby league than Brad Fittler. A Blues legend, Freddy played a record 31 State of Origin matches for NSW before later coaching his state on 18 occasions. But the Origin story closest to his heart came in 2004, when Phil Gould convinced him to return from representative retirement for one final campaign. It wasn't all smooth sailing. The comeback didn't start as planned, but it ended with one of the most memorable fairytale finishes in Origin history. In this episode of Stories of Origin, Brad Fittler relives the 2004 series, his final season in the Sky Blue jersey, the unforgettable decider, and the perfect send-off alongside Phil Gould. A farewell that remains one of the great moments in Origin history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stories of Origin: Brad Fittler's Favourite Origin | The Fairytale Farewell of 2004

  8. 18 Jun

    Joey pinpoints EXACTLY what the Blues keep getting wrong against Queensland

    Andrew Johns and Emma Lawrence analyse all the fallout from State of Origin Game 2. Joey demands various changes to the Blues squad ASAP. The Eighth Immortal critiques the Blues poor interchanges and can't understand why Api Koroisau was not used. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joey pinpoints EXACTLY what the Blues keep getting wrong against Queensland
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NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler, Mat Thompson and NRL legend Andrew Johns dissect the biggest issues of the week.

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