Stories of Origin

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Stories of Origin

If you love Stories of Origin, you'll also love the Stories of the Cars That Made Australia, with Tim 'Rosso' Ross Listen via Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cars-that-made-australia/id1681972497 Listen via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4y2OWVCRvVHI35BOdW1msS?si=cf54f89c6df547f2 Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories. They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport. Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers. You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It is compulsory listening for any sports fan. A Wide World of Sports and 9Podcasts production.

  1. Alfie. The Larrikin and the Legacy

    02/06/2024

    Alfie. The Larrikin and the Legacy

    Throughout the 1990’s, Allan Langer and Ricky Stuart engaged in an intense on-field rivalry. The star halfbacks of their respective club and state teams, the pair were virtually always opponents and locked into a perennial tussle to wear the Australian number 7 jersey. On this episode of Stories Of Origin, we explore the battle of Langer and Stuart and how is their relationship after years of on field combat? Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson.  Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.   Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  2. Alfie & The Greatest Origin Comeback

    26/05/2024

    Alfie & The Greatest Origin Comeback

    After a humiliating defeat in the 2000 State of Origin series, Queensland turned to legendary coach Wayne Bennett to restore state pride. Bennett's bold move to select an entirely new Maroons team paid off with a victory in the opening game of the 2001 series. However, the Blues fought back, leveling the series with a dominant performance in game two. With the decider looming, Queensland needed a spark. Enter Allan Langer. In this episode of Stories of Origin, we revisit the dramatic and unexpected return of Alfie Langer for the 2001 State of Origin. Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson.  Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.   Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  3. St George Can't Play... Alfie and the Beginning of the Broncos

    19/05/2024

    St George Can't Play... Alfie and the Beginning of the Broncos

    Allan Langer’s playing legacy still looms large over the Broncos. The clubs Inaugural halfback in 1988 would become their first premiership captain in ‘92, a title they defended in ‘93. He’d go on to lead a team rated among the greatest club outfits ever assembled to the Super League premiership of ‘97, and in ‘98 they reigned supreme again in a reunited 20 team competition. It’s a career so profound that Langer is immortalised in bronze with his own statue at Lang Park alongside fellow QLD champions, Lewis, Lockyer, Beetson and Meninga. Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson.  Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.   Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min
  4. Kevvie & The King… Alfie’s Wingmen

    12/05/2024

    Kevvie & The King… Alfie’s Wingmen

    A Rugby League halfback is the beating heart of a football team, part drummer, part lead guitarist, but every seven needs a six.  In the case of Alan Langer, his illustrious wingmen are as much a part of his story as himself.  On this episode of Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’, we shine a light on Langer's leading men, playmaking champions Wally Lewis and Kevin Walters. Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson. Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.  Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  5. Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie.

    28/04/2024

    Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie.

    One of the smallest men to have played the game, ‘Alfie’ rose to become a giant figure of the sport. On episode one of Stories of Origin, Alfie, we go back to where it all began. The sports loving, blue collar Queensland city of Ipswich, which has played a significant part in developing champions of the state. And we explore a truly unique relationship. Alfie’s greatest supporter was actually a fellow number seven that was New South Wales to the core. Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson. Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.  Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min
  6. Stories of Origin - Season 3 Trailer

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    Stories of Origin - Season 3 Trailer

    Episode 1 available Monday 29 April 2024. Allan Langer. The diminutive playmaking whiz who bamboozled and befuddled opponents for decades remains Queensland’s most capped halfback and revered as ever. Tough, tenacious and talented beyond all comprehension. This season Stories of Origin shines the spotlight on the career of the little number 7 that became a giant footballing figure. Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’ is available on 9Now and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Nine’s NRL Commentator Mathew Thompson.  Produced by 9Podcasts & Wide World of Sports.  Presented in partnership with Youi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 min
  7. JT & Adam Mogg - An Unlikely Hero

    28/05/2023

    JT & Adam Mogg - An Unlikely Hero

    It can take just one play to make someone an Origin hero. In the case of Adam Mogg, his two games for Queensland are as significant as any. In 2006, State of Origin was in its 25th year. New South Wales was coming off its third straight series victory and there was growing concern about the long-term future of State of Origin, as many commentators were beginning to wonder if Queensland would ever win another series. Up step the Toowoomba product, Adam Mogg.  In this episode of Stories of Origin, Adam Mogg and Jonathan Thurston sit down to discuss the 2006 series, the adversity they had to overcome, and the unlikely hero that would help trigger a decade of Queensland dominance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  8. Phil Gould & Darryl Brohman - Origin 2023

    24/05/2023

    Phil Gould & Darryl Brohman - Origin 2023

    Gus and Big Marn share their most memorable Origin moments, hilarious footy stories and a detailed preview of the 2023 State of Origin series. State of Origin is live and exclusive on 9 and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
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If you love Stories of Origin, you'll also love the Stories of the Cars That Made Australia, with Tim 'Rosso' Ross Listen via Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cars-that-made-australia/id1681972497 Listen via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4y2OWVCRvVHI35BOdW1msS?si=cf54f89c6df547f2 Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories. They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport. Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers. You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It is compulsory listening for any sports fan. A Wide World of Sports and 9Podcasts production.

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