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It's all about the Perth Bears, with a sprinkling of NRL topics.

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Don McKinnon - Terror Bear

In This Episode, we speak to Don McKinnon, one of the toughest Bears out there! If you’re a Perth Bears supporter, a rugby league tragic, or just love the drama of recruitment season, you’re in the right place. 📣 Join the Conversation We want YOU involved. Drop your thoughts in the live chat — who should the Bears target next, who impressed you, and what moves surprised you. This is a fan‑driven show, and your voice matters. 📌 Follow The Bear Facts Stay connected with us across all platforms for updates, behind‑the‑scenes content, and future episodes. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBearFact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.bear.fact/ […] Chapters (00:00:00) - Bare Facts(00:05:05) - Vex interview(00:05:42) - The Best Way To Support The Perth Bears(00:06:29) - Sorenson Signs With Perth Bears(00:07:43) - Cubs vs Seagulls(00:09:55) - Don Campbell on the North Sydney Bears(00:10:57) - Mrs. McKinnon(00:12:18) - North Sydney Bears' forward Mick Cran on his senior debut(00:16:14) - The Roughing of Rugby League(00:21:34) - Playing for the Northern Metal Bears(00:25:57) - North Sea forward Wally Jones on the 1982(00:28:22) - Footy Tipping(00:29:45) - Discovery: Playing rugby league as a child(00:33:57) - What was it like playing against teams like Newtown(00:35:59) - What was it like playing at North Sydney?(00:40:03) - Broncos' Luke Keary on state of Origin(00:41:42) - The North Bears return to Perth(00:43:44) - Johnny and Paul on a Quiz(00:44:49) - John McKinnon(00:48:46) - Punter Don McKinnon on rugby league(00:53:34) - Rugby League players on the(00:58:00) - Perth Bears vs Sydney

1h 1m
18 FEB

Team List Tuesday - Preseason Week 2

This week we break down our team after the first two weeks of preseason. Do you like our team? What would you do differently? You can join our Fantasy league using this code LZKW2LJ4 at the NRL Fantasy website. https://fantasy.nrl.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Welcome Home to the Grizzly(00:00:11) - Western Australian Rugby League Trials(00:06:30) - Australian Defense Force Rugby League(00:12:08) - State of Origin and Fantasy Football(00:19:15) - Dogs vs Cowboys(00:26:17) - Raiders vs Dragons(00:31:33) - Low-Risk Lock(00:40:34) - 2018 NRL Team List(00:50:45) - Cameron Murray Fantasy League(00:54:29) - AFL Fantasy League

59 min
11 FEB

Footy Tipping and More

This week, we were to have Mark MG Geyer on the show, but due to a family emergency, he had to pull out at the last minute. Never fear the show must go on, so Join Roshy, Jonny and Todd, as they talk about our Footy Tipping Comp, Players The Bars have missed out on and more! If you’re a Perth Bears supporter, a rugby league tragic, or just love the drama of recruitment season, you’re in the right place. 📣 Join the Conversation We want YOU involved. Drop your thoughts in the live chat — who should the Bears […] Chapters (00:00:00) - Bear Facts(00:01:19) - Melbourne Storm vs Manly(00:04:16) - Junior grade football(00:05:34) - Tipping the Panthers(00:11:23) - Looking for a new captain for the Sharks(00:15:01) - Jack Hughes on the Roosters(00:22:17) - Toby Sexton, Josh Curran and Tyrone Wishart(00:28:47) - A look at the Brisbane Bears radar(00:37:35) - Mark Graham(00:39:41) - Nico Hines' All Stars(00:45:37) - Going to the Broncos vs the Aussie team(00:46:29) - wild prediction for the 2017 season(00:51:09) - Broncos' 2016 hopes(00:51:37) - Rugby League supporter team

55 min
4 FEB

Matt 'Sheep' Fuller - Reds Captain

This week, we speak to the inaugural Captain of the Western Reds. In this episode, we find out why they call him Sheep, we talk Footy, Telethon, and Post Football! If you’re a Perth Bears supporter, a rugby league tragic, or just love the drama of recruitment season, you’re in the right place. 📣 Join the Conversation We want YOU involved. Drop your thoughts in the live chat — who should the Bears target next, who impressed you, and what moves surprised you. This is a fan‑driven show, and your voice matters. 📌 Follow The Bear Facts Stay connected with […] Chapters (00:00:00) - Perth Pride Game(00:01:06) - Bare Facts(00:01:45) - NRL World Club Challenge in Las Vegas(00:04:59) - Meet Matt Fuller(00:10:00) - Matt Kearney on his fitness since retiring(00:12:29) - Have You Got What it Takes to Coaching?(00:14:05) - Rugby League's toughest era(00:21:56) - Steve Smith on His Paintball(00:23:30) - Matt Fuller(00:27:32) - Paul Fuller Played For Both Western Suburbs and Perth Reds(00:31:16) - Matt Fuller(00:33:03) - Peter Mulholland(00:35:58) - Perth vs Manly(00:38:40) - The Perth Bears offer rugby league to new recruits(00:42:21) - Nathan Cleary and Liam Henry(00:44:49) - The Western Reds back in the top flight(00:53:16) - Matt Kearns

56 min
28 JAN

Peter Cumins - Holding the fort for WA

This week we speak to the man behind the Perth Bears, Peter Cumins. Peter has been the driving force behind rugby league in Western Australia for decades, now we get to speak to the man about his involvement in Rugby League, the Perth Bears and a helmet project he is involved with. If you’re a Perth Bears supporter, a rugby league tragic, or just love the drama of recruitment season, you’re in the right place. 📣 Join the Conversation We want YOU involved. Drop your thoughts in the live chat — who should the Bears target next, who impressed you, […] Chapters (00:00:00) - Perth Pride Game(00:00:58) - Bear Facts Podcast(00:01:36) - THE PERTH Bears(00:05:04) - A memorable guest(00:06:26) - Rugby League(00:08:11) - Perth Rugby League in Wall(00:11:09) - Major Sponsor Peter Sinovic on Western Australia's NRL bid(00:13:18) - Peter Moore: There's a minority of Perth Bears fans(00:15:09) - Peter O'Donnell on the Perth Bears Merger(00:25:09) - Rugby League on Game Gear(00:28:19) - Jim Jefferies: Would I Perform for the Perth Bears?(00:29:30) - Peter Cummins on the Perth Bears Board(00:32:43) - Perth Bears Rugby League Academy(00:36:56) - Perth Bears Board meeting cut off(00:39:05) - The Game Gear Headgear(00:48:32) - Rugby League Headgear(00:52:02) - Bears vs Manly(00:55:53) - What can the Perth Bears do to improve their season?

1h 1m
21 JAN

Greg Florimo - A Bears Legend

“Welcome back to The Bear Facts! After the buzz of our debut live stream, we’re keeping the momentum rolling with another massive show. Tonight we’re honoured to be joined by Greg Florimo — a true Bears legend whose passion for the club and vision for its future have inspired generations of fans. We’ll dive into his memories on the field, his thoughts on the Perth Bears bid, and what it means to carry the Bears spirit into 2026 and beyond. Whether you’re a die‑hard supporter or just curious about the next chapter in rugby league, you’re in for a treat.” […]

53 min
14 JAN

“Inside the Perth Bears’ Latest Signings — Live Analysis The Bear Facts”

Welcome to our FIRST EVER live stream of The Bear Facts! Tonight we’re diving deep into the latest Perth Bears signings, recruitment moves, rumours, and everything happening behind the scenes as the club builds toward the 2026 season. If you’re a Perth Bears supporter, a rugby league tragic, or just love the drama of recruitment season, you’re in the right place. 🐻 What We’re Covering Tonight – Every confirmed Perth Bears signing so far – Who’s next on the radar – Recruitment strategy and roster balance – Fan reactions and live chat discussion – How these signings shape the club’s […]

49 min

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