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. 2 days ago

    Bizarre axing of Haumole Olakau’atu shocks Origin legends

    NSW legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns try to make sense of the axing of Haumole Olakau’atu. Joey believes Casey McLean will recover in time to play Game 2, but has serious doubts over Mitchell Moses. Red Hill in turmoil, Broncos season in jeopardy and the boys pinpoint where the major issue lies. (0:00) Jai Arrow at the Big Freeze (0:51) Rabbitohs to honour Jai (1:43) Kane Evans’ emotional interview (4:25) Olakau’atu axed from Origin (6:31) Dylan Lucas primed to perform (8:17) Joey’s weather forecast (8:38) Injury cloud around Casey McLean (9:18) How does Daley utilise Api? (9:54) D-Day for Mitchell Moses (11:05) Payne Haas returns (12:25) NRL pedigrees with Joey & Freddy (13:25) 1997 State of Origin series (15:10) Playing under Tommy Raudonikis (16:02) How will Billy use Reece Walsh? (17:41) Difficulty of managing interchanges (18:34) Will Marky Mark’s name fit on the jersey? (18:58) Multiple changes to the Maroons (19:19) Ponga-Munster-Walker combo (19:39) Ponga-Munster feud (20:07) Joey and Freddy’s feud (20:58) Best position for Walsh off the bench? (22:17) Red Hill in turmoil (22:54) Broncos’ run home (23:44) Madge at risk of losing his job? (25:12) Injuries the reason for Broncos' downfall? (27:03) Gal’s greatest Origin moment (28:46) Blues end the QLD dynasty (30:28) Freddy & the Eighth medal (34:26) Having A Crack, sponsored by Sportsbet (37:47) Thursday Night Footy preview (38:26) Friday Night Footy preview (40:07) Sunday Arvo Footy preview (41:15) Advice from the boys See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min

  2. 4 Jun

    Joey demands Laurie Daley to select young SUPERSTAR

    Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns select their State of Origin Game 2 squads with a few surprising ins and outs. Joey demands NSW Blues coach, Laurie Daley, to select Penrith Panthers star Casey McLean after his impressive State of Origin debut off the bench in Game 1. Ethan Strange or Mitchell Moses, who should play Five-Eighth for the Blues? Fozball is here to stay and the Dragons get their first win of 2026. All that and more on another bumper edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min

  3. 26 May

    Legends terrified of Maroons strike weapons

    Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler have you sorted with the ultimate State of Origin preview! The Origin legends back Ethan Strange to cement himself in Origin, after Mitchell Moses was ruled out due to injury. The boys reveal which QLDER terrifies them the most ahead of Game 1 State of Origin. In other news, NRL CEO Andrew Abdo is off to Tennis, so who will replace him? All that and more in an Origin edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min
  4. Stories of Origin: Danny Buderus’ Famous Decider

    24 May

    Stories of Origin: Danny Buderus’ Famous Decider

    Danny Buderus relives his favourite State of Origin memory, Game 3, 2005. From the heartbreak of Matt Bowen’s intercept in Game 1 golden point, to the return of Andrew Johns and captaining NSW to a famous 32-10 win at Suncorp.  At the time, nobody realised it would become the last Blues decider win in Brisbane for almost two decades. This is the story of a team that got knocked down, found belief again, and etched itself into Origin history. Thanks to TAB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min

  5. 21 May

    Andrew Johns & Brad Fittler dissect the NSW & QLD Squads

    NSW Blues Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns break down the key and surprising selections from Laurie Daley and Billy Slater ahead of State of Origin 2026 Game 1. The boys applaud the selection of  Victor Radley in the forward pack and Jamie Goddard joins the show to relive THAT 1997 Origin fight against Joey. All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min

  6. 14 May

    Ivan Cleary's departure STUNS Freddy and Joey

    Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are stunned by the news of Ivan Cleary's sudden departure from the Penrith Panthers. The boys discuss the Perth Bears' biggest issues regarding signing players and how they can fix it? Plus, a preview of Magic Round 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min
  7. Stories of Origin: Nathan Cleary’s Masterclass

    8 May

    Stories of Origin: Nathan Cleary’s Masterclass

    He was at his lowest ebb - then he delivered perfection. Welcome to Season 5 of Stories of Origin. as we sit down with the true icons of the game to explore the single Origin match that defined their legacy. We are kicking off this series with a bang. Rugby league’s greatest player, Nathan Cleary, joins us to dissect his favourite Origin game: his absolute masterclass in game two of the 2022 series in Perth. It was a performance that silenced the critics and showcased the resilience required to thrive at this level. Nathan takes us inside the intense pressure of that series, revealing how he channelled the disappointment of a 16-10 home loss in game one - against a Queensland side inspired by the champion Cameron Munster, to orchestrate the defining high point of his Origin career. It’s an intimate, tactical, and honest look at what it takes to own the toughest arena in rugby league. Proudly brought to you by TAB.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min

  8. 6 May

    Karl Stefanovic joins us for our loosest episode yet

    Today Show host Karl Stefanovic joins Andrew Johns on a very loose episode of "Karl & the Eighth". Joey raises concerns over the PNG compound, Karl selects his QLD Origin squad for Game 1. Plus, we dive through some of Karl's funniest moments from throughout his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min
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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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