The Bye Round With James Graham

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NRL Legend James Graham's Unique Take on The World Of Rugby League Featuring In-Depth Analysis & Interviews With Some Of The Games Fascinating Characters!

  1. Knights Axe O'Brien, Panthers Make The Ultimate Flex & Is Craig Bellamy Australia's Greatest Sporting Coach?

    1 DAY AGO

    Knights Axe O'Brien, Panthers Make The Ultimate Flex & Is Craig Bellamy Australia's Greatest Sporting Coach?

    James Graham and Charlie White are back for another Mid-Week Matters, diving into the biggest NRL talking points! This week, the boys debate the Panthers’ bold call to rest 16 players, the fallout from Adam O’Brien’s sacking at Newcastle, Who takes over the Knights? And What does it mean for Kalyn Ponga’s future? Plus, we celebrate Craig Bellamy’s 600th game by asking, is he Australia’s greatest sporting coach? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Brandon Smith Statement 4:00 We Don’t Want The Regular Season To End 8:03 MOTW: Panthers Rest 16 Players - Agree or Disagree? 17:46 Will Other Teams Rest Players In Round 27? 21:44 Adam O’Brien Parts Ways With Newcastle 24:58 Who’s Next For Knights Coaching Gig 38:48 Kalyn Ponga’s NRL Future With The Knights 42:46 David Fifita All But Done Deal At South Sydney 46:00 Perth Bears New GM Of Football 55:40 Craig Bellamy’s 600th NRL Game 1:02:00 Round 26 Preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 12m

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Mudgee Miracle, Wide Open Race For The 8 & Is Stephen Crichton A Protected Species?

    James Graham welcomes the one and only Buzz Rothfield for a blockbuster Round 25 review. The boys unpack Des Hasler’s Titans exit, Josh Hannay’s massive challenge to turn the club around relive the Miracle in Mudgee and Things heat up when Jimmy and Buzz clash over whether Stephen Crichton is a “protected species!" Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 18m

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    The 10 Biggest NRL Stories That Defined The Last Decade (Part 1) w/ Michael Chammas

    The NRL has never just been about what happens on the field. Behind every win, loss or draw lies a story of politics, loyalty, betrayal, and survival. These are the stories that often shape the game more than the scoreboard ever could. In this special two-part series, James Graham, Michael Chammas & Charlie White unpack the moments of chaos, controversy and power plays that defined the last ten years. These aren’t just headlines. They’re the moments that changed careers, redefined clubs, and altered the course of rugby league history! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 “Tabloid Graham” 5:28 Sam Burgess Walks Out On The Rabbitohs In 2023 24:40 Ivan Cleary Walks Out On The Tigers For Penrith Return 40:20 Broncos Sack Wayne Bennett, Anthony Seibold Takesover 53:40 How COVID Almost Ruined The NRL 1:08:31 Rise & Fall Of The Bulldogs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 46m
  4. Jimmy Defends The Bulldogs, Tino's Uncertain NRL Future & Is It Time For A Complete Manly Rebuild Not Including The Trbojevics?

    20 AUG

    Jimmy Defends The Bulldogs, Tino's Uncertain NRL Future & Is It Time For A Complete Manly Rebuild Not Including The Trbojevics?

    James Graham and Charlie White are back for anothee week of Mid-Week Matters. From Jimmy's first-world problems to Melbourne Storm’s winning formula, the boys cover the biggest stories shaping the NRL this week. They unpack Tino’s NRL future, the state of the Bulldogs and Charlie asks Jimmy an important question; Is it time for Manly to rebuild and cut ties with the Trbojevics? We dust off the Premiership Pyramid and take a deep dive into round 25 of the NRL! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Winter Sads 3:20 The Roundtable Is Back For Season 3 6:10 First World Problems 14:57 MOTW: The Successful Melbourne Storm System 22:05 Tino’s NRL Future - Where Will He End Up? 32:53 State Of The Bulldogs 39:45 Jimmy’s Premiership Pyramid 51:14 The Bottom 9 56:45 The Manly Sea Eagles Rebuild 1:02:11 Round 25 Preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 10m
  5. Cheese Is Back, Jimmy Fires Up Over Players Diving And Staying Down & Are The Bulldogs Falling Off The Cliff?

    18 AUG

    Cheese Is Back, Jimmy Fires Up Over Players Diving And Staying Down & Are The Bulldogs Falling Off The Cliff?

    James Graham is joined by Charlie White and the returning Brandon Smith, as the boys take a look back at all the action from Round 24 in the NRL. Cheese opens up on the last few weeks, Jimmy rages over players taking a dive, staying down and milking penalties, plus, we discuss Payne Haas' defection to Samoa and what it means for the International game and State of Origin! All that plus much much more. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Cheese Is Back! 4:00 Why Do Dummy-Halves Throw Forward Passes? 6:20 The Pots Go Off! 9:10 Breaking Bread Podcast Reaction 11:05 Our Printer Is Still Stuffed 17:30 Tigers Secure Most Wins In A Season Since 2019 21:55 Is Anthony Seibold’s Time Up At Manly? 32:45 Jimmy’s Pissed Off With Players Laying In The Ruck 40:50 Did Harry Grant Dive? 48:20 Which Potential NRL Coaching Role Is Best? 54:50 Race For The Top 8 58:41 Cam McIness ACL Injury 1:01:50 Instant Classic: Battle Of Brisbane 1:05:45 Wahs Controversial Win Over Dragons 1:08:50 Samoa Pledges Allegiance To Samoa 1:17:13 Tino To Re-Join Melbourne? 1:19:23 Bulldogs Falling Off A Cliff? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 22m

  6. 16 AUG

    Breaking Bread | Willie Mason & Stuart Fielden Make Peace 19-Years After Infamous Punch

    In 2006, the rugby league world stopped for a moment when tempers flared and fists flew between Kangaroos enforcer Willie Mason and Great Britain powerhouse Stuart Fielden during a fiery international test at the Sydney Football Stadium. Now, for the first time in 19 years, the two men sit face-to-face to revisit the tackle, the punch, the headlines and everything that came after. This unfiltered conversation dives into the truth behind the infamous clash, the personal and professional fallout and whether time really heals all wounds. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Build Up 13:00 Potential Boxing Fight 18:30 The Fallout 28:05 Playing On After Being KO’d 31:48 Almost Joining The Bulldogs & Roosters 40:00 Leaving Bradford Bulls 44:06 The Fall Of Bradford In The 00’s56:46 Current State Of Super League 1:07:39 When Jimmy Faced Stuart In 2003 & 2004 1:19:38 Stuart’s Dream Spine 1:22:09 Jimmy’s 3 Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 27m
  7. Tino’s Big Money Dilemma, Super League Expansion Disaster & Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power?

    13 AUG

    Tino’s Big Money Dilemma, Super League Expansion Disaster & Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power?

    Jimmy Graham is joined by Charlie White ahead of a blockbuster weekend of footy. And as the finals near closer, we ask the Burning Questions for some of the Premiership contenders including; Are The Storm Lacking Killer Instinct?  Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power? Are The Raiders Too Inexperienced To Win The Comp? Plus, Jimmy shares his thoughts on Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's big money dilemma and he tees-off on the disaster Super League expansion vote! All that and much much more!  Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jimmy’s Surgery 4:00 Mixed Gender Baby Showers 9:45 MOTW: Is R360 Really A Threat To The NRL? 23:19 Super League Expansion Disaster 31:54 Tino Fa'asuamaleaui To Test Open Market 40:31 Stephen Crichton’s Aura 43:35 Burning Question: Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power? 46:52 BQ: Are The Raiders Too Inexperienced To Win The Premiership? 48:32 BQ: Are The Storm Lacking Killer Instinct? 52:00 BQ: Will The Panthers Be Too Tired To Go All The Way? 54:11 Manly Old Boys Turn On Anthony Seibold 57:29 Make Jimmy Laugh 59:22 Jason Demetriou Set To Get PNG Coaching Gig 1:03:31 Round 24 Preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m

  8. 11 AUG

    Injury Carnage, Top 8 Still Wide Open & Jimmy's Theory On Why The Panthers Are Causing Headaches At NRL HQ!

    Jimmy Graham is joined by leading rugby league journalist Brent Read to dissect all the action from Round 23 in the NRL. Despite only 4 weeks remaining in the regular season, the makeup of the top 8 is still wide open as Jimmy and Ready attempt to make sense of who will be on holidays come September and who's in with a chance of Premiership glory. We look at the Broncos injury crisis, Mitch Moses sprays teammate Tallyn da Silva, the success of the Raiders continues & Jimmy shares his theory on why the Panthers greatness is causing headaches at NRL HQ Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/  Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Race For The 8 Taking Shape 13:43 Panthers Greatness Causing Headaches At NRL HQ 22:06 The Success Of The Raiders In 2025 28:00 What’s Causing So Many Injuries In The NRL? 37:20 Broncos Injury Crisis 45:10 Rabbitohs Win SpoonBowl Over Titans 52:50 Instant Classic: Eels Win & Moses Sprays Teammate 1:00:15 Todd Payten Under immense Pressure?? 1:01:50 The Next NRL Head Coaches In Waiting 1:08:10 Bulldogs Finally Win In The Rain See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 6m
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