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

    Legend SLAMS disloyal young players and managers

    Legend SLAMS disloyal young players and managers

    Brad Fittler is joined by The Big Marn himself, Darryl Brohman & host Mat Thompson. The NRL legends explore the scary possibility of David Fifita's future at the Penrith Panthers and how many premierships could they win with him. We check in with the Eighth on his vacation, what has he gotten himself into? Yasmin Clydsdale joins the show to chat about the first ever three-game series in the Women's State of Origin. Plus, we take a look back at some of the best moments of The Big Marn! All that and more in another cracking edition of Freddy & the Eighth. 
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    • 47 min
    Why an Immortal believes Bennett will choose Eels over Souths

    Why an Immortal believes Bennett will choose Eels over Souths

    With the dismissal of Jason Demetriou from the South Sydney Rabbitohs everyone is speculating that Wayne Bennett will fill the void, but the Eighth Immortal believes the master coach has another team in his sights. NSW Blues legend Brad Fittler throws his support behind the long kickoff debate and demands the NRL find another way. The Boys share some of their best Alfie Langer stories. Plus, Joey has some unhinged words of wisdom for all the men over 40 years old. All that and more on another weird and wonderful edition of Freddy & the Eighth.
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    • 52 min
    Legends disagree over 'embarrassing' tunnel fight

    Legends disagree over 'embarrassing' tunnel fight

    Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns butt heads over the punch-on debate, but both legends agree that the niggling antics in modern-day footy is an ‘embarrassment’ to the sport. The boys break down what is the true problem with the Parramatta Eels and are joined by a special guest from the Defence Force ahead of a big weekend of ANZAC Day footy. Why Reece Walsh is a marketer’s dream and has a certain Dragon earned himself a spot in the NSW Blues squad? Plus, Freddy reveals a hilarious story from Ricky Stuart’s wedding.
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    • 53 min
    Fisher-Harris' bombshell news ROCKS Freddy & the Eighth

    Fisher-Harris' bombshell news ROCKS Freddy & the Eighth

    NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers and signing with the New Zealand Warriors. Also on the show, Jamal Fogarty drops in to talk footy, form and the illustrious Freddy & the Eighth medal. The panel take a look at a list of players aged under 22 and who among them is the most talented. Plus, footy and politics, is Joey the future mayor of Newcastle? 
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    • 42 min
    'Lazy' Souths have more issues than just Latrell Mitchell

    'Lazy' Souths have more issues than just Latrell Mitchell

    NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Sydney Morning Herald Sports Reporter Michael Chammas and host Mat Thompson as they dive into breaking news surrounding the NRL. The Legends rip into the South Sydney Rabbitohs for their ‘lazy’ performances to start the 2024 NRL season. Freddy issues a grim warning for the Sydney Roosters’ chances of making the Top 8. The NSW Blues have a lot of dummy-half options, but Joey names Reece Robson and Api Koroisau as the favourites. Plus, Joey gets a surprise call from Eddie McGuire. 
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    • 52 min
    Freddy's inside stories of the INSANE 1991 PNG tour

    Freddy's inside stories of the INSANE 1991 PNG tour

    Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson for another weird and wonderful episode of Freddy and the Eighth. Freddy and Joey look back on some of the greatest NRL jerseys to ever grace our screens, Freddy recalls the absolute anarchy that went on in the 1991 Kangaroos tour of Papua New Guinea, and Joey gets a surprise call about the state of his old Origin jersey. The boys look at what's making the start of this season so good for the Tigers and where it's going wrong for others, featuring some classic coach sprays. Zac Lomax released from his contract with the Dragons at the end of this year, and what will they do with that big bump to their available finances.
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    • 41 min

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