Chasing Kangaroos

Michael interviews the man behind Rugby League Peru, Jamie Perez. We learn about the history, the new “Incas” brand, upcoming internationals, the plan for domestic competition, and the ambitious long term goals for our sport's newest nation. Get in touch with Jamie on Facebook and Instagram___In this week’s golden points; Michael discusses David Argyle stepping down as Toronto Wolfpack Chairman and CEO, he breaks down all of the great news from the RLIF conference in Singapore which includes the international Rugby League 10 year plan. Plus all the latest news and results from Serbia, Norway, The Netherlands, USA, Canada, Greece, Turkey, Italy, Fiji, Tonga, Poland and much, much more.___  Episode 26 is brought to you by Everything Rugby League and Mascord Brownz. Listen in for your mascordbrownz.com and mascordbrownz.com.au 10% discount code.Your feedback is welcome on our social pages; Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael is joined by special guest co-host, London based journalist and author of “No Helmets Required: the remarkable story of the American All-Stars”, Gavin Willacy. In this episode; Gavin gives insight into the point of Magic Round in the Super League. A State of Origin conversation turns into a discussion on the true pinnacle of our sport. Find out why the Greek government are standing in the way of a home WC qualifier for Greece. Michael leaks some huge news for European Rugby League. And the topic of North American clubs and expansion is once again debated. This week’s Golden Points take us to the USA, Wales, Italy, Serbia, South America, Japan, and the Netherlands. Episode 25 is brought to you by Everything Rugby League, and you can read more about the background behind the Greece and their struggles here.Remember, when using the hastag #letgreeceplay on twitter, direct it to @g_vassiliadis and @juliosynadinos (but please keep it civil).Thanks to Mascord Brownz for supporting the show. Listen in for your 10% discount code on international rugby league gear at mascordbrownz.com and mascordbrownz.com.au. Your feedback is welcome on our social pages; Facebook, Twitter @chasingroospod Instagram @chasingkangaroospodcast. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael is joined by special guest co-host, the former Canada Wolverine and current co-host of the Howlin’ Hour podcast; Gareth Reid. They discuss the RFL's acceptance of Ottawa and New York Rugby League team bids, all the action from the first America’s Nines, Greece taking the next step towards their maiden World Cup, what the Super League can learn from the record crowd at Nou Camp, and the Toronto Wolfpack’s revenge against Toulouse. This week’s Golden Points take us to Turkey, Honk Kong, Manly, Wales, Scotland, New Zealand, PNG, London, North America and Tonga. Thanks to Everything Rugby League and Mascord Brownz for supporting the show. Don’t forget to use discount code “kangaroocaught” for 10% off your international rugby league gear at mascordbrownz.com and mascordbrownz.com.au. Your feedback is welcome on our social pages; Facebook, Twitter @chasingroospod Instagram @chasingkangaroospodcast. If you enjoy the show, please share it with your friends, so we can #growthegame together!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael is back to talk about; the NRL Magic Round – a tool to #growthegame, the most important game in the short rugby league histories of Greece and Norway, how the America’s Nines are shaping up next weekend, some bold predictions for the Balkan Super League as the Lignano Sharks form Italy play their first match ever and the Kadikoy Bulls from Turkey show they mean business, and would a Challenge Cup style tournament work in Australia?  In our Golden Points segment we touch on; a huge test coming up for Red Star Belgrade, Turkey to face Italy in their first women’s international match, Catalans and Wigan in Barcelona, another win for the Edinburgh Eagles in the North East RL in the UK, and another win for the Agmark Gurias in PNG, plus some shady news for South African RL. Don’t forget to use discount code “kangaroocaught” for 10% off your international rugby league gear at mascordbrownz.com and mascordbrownz.com.au. Your feedback is welcome on our social pages; Facebook, Twitter @chasingroospod Instagram @chasingkangaroospodcast . If you enjoy the show, please share it with your friends, so we can #growthegame together!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 22: The Wigan Raiders? In this episode Michael and Charlie answer YOUR questions. Thanks to all the listeners who submitted questions via our Facebook (Facebook https://m.facebook.com/chasingkangaroos/), Twitter (@chasingroospod) and Instagram (@chasingkangaroospodcast) pages – and sorry to those who missed out. Here’s a link to the RLIF’s membership criteria as mentioned during the show; http://www.rlif.com/ignite_docs/RLEF%20Membership%20policy%20October%202014.pdfDon't forget, our friends Mascord Brownz are offering you 10% off purchases at www.mascordbrownz.com and www.mascordbrownz.com.au - Just use our discount code “kangaroocaught” at check out.Your feedback is welcome. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 21: Poland withdraw from Phillipines tour..#Golden Points. The latest Rugby League news from Jamaica, Turkey, Nigeria, Canada, Morocco, PNG, France, Italy and North America. .#1 NRL announce nations who will take part in the Nines World Cup. .#2 A quick look at upcoming World Cup qualifiers between Cook Islands Vs South Africa and Greece Vs Norway..#3 Poland withdraw from Phillipines tour. Michael has a candid chat with Polish coach Lee Addison about why this happened. Send Lee a message at https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au or on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/rugbyleaguecoach-245376842875348 if you would like to help..Our friends at Mascord Brownz are offering you 10% off purchases on the UK and Australian websites. Just use our discount code “kangaroocaught” at check out..Don’t forget to follow our socials;Facebookhttps://m.facebook.com/chasingkangaroos/Twitter @chasingroospodInstagram @chasingkangaroospodcast .Your feedback is welcome. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 20: The business of Rugby League Nines with Graham Oliphant .In this episode, we break away from our traditional three topic format with an interview of London Nines founder, Graham Oliphant..We discuss London Nines (and the overall concept of nines), we discuss “the business” of Rugby League, and Seattle based Graham gives us some interesting insight into the North American market..Golden Points; includes all the latest news from the Rugby League world..Our friends at Mascord Brownz are offering you 10% off purchases on the UK and Australian websites. Just use our discount code “kangaroocaught” at check out..Get in touch with Graham; [email protected] and follow London 9s on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/london9s/.Tell us what you think via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 19: Aris Eagle Rock with Stuart McLennan..Aris Eagles head coach and journalist Stuart McLennan guest hosts this episode from Athens, Greece.#1 We discuss the opening weekend of Balkan Super League (Stu was there and gives us his first hand opinions)..#2 We learn all about the Aris Eagles, and uncover some interesting insights from the domestic Greek league..#3 We ask; what can be done to help improve clubs and nations in developing areas?.#Golden Points; all the latest news from around the globe..Our friends at Mascord Brownz are offering you 10% off purchases on the UK and Australian websites. Just use our discount code “kangaroocaught” at check out..Don’t forget to follow these guys on Facebook;Stuart McLennan https://m.facebook.com/stuart.mclennan.98Aris Eagleshttps://www.facebook.com/arisrugbyleague/Greek Rugby Leaguehttps://www.facebook.com/rlgreece/.Tell us what you think via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 18: Better late than never..#1 All the major Women’s Rugby League headlines from both sides of the world..#2 Everything we know about the Pacific invitational at Leichhardt Oval..#3 Two new international matches ups are added to the international RL calendar; Jamaica vs USA, Poland vs Philippines.#4 Bonus: we name the best non Australian or New Zealand NRL side..#Golden Points; all the latest news from around the globe..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Let’s get Poland to the Philippines. Go fund me page here; https://www.gofundme.com/f/727k59s.Buy your Pacific invitational tickets here; https://m.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=PACIFIC19&utm_source=&utm_medium=&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=&USER_ID_=.Tell us what you think via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 17: Coming to Africa. .#1 Ottawa. Everything we know about the latest North American RFL bid..#2 Middle East- Africa Championship and the future of the game in Africa..#3 London 9s and Carolina 9s join forces and our thoughts on the short format of our game..#Golden Points; all the latest news from around the globe..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Tell us what you think via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 16: Rugby League in Italia..This week we welcome Orazio D’arro, President of the Federazione Italiana Rugby League, to the show for a deep dive into the sport in Italy..We learn about the relationship between F.I.R.L and F.I.R.L.A, some surprising news about domestic RL in Italy, the national teams lead up to the 2021 World Cup and much, much more!.Our Golden Points this week will be released as a bonus episode in tandem with this one, so be sure to check it out..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 15: Toulouse trounce Toronto .#1 We review the Toulouse vs Toronto match, and our friends from The Howlin Hour podcast drop by to give us a hand..#2 Could the Cook Islands reject their one off test match against Fiji? Find out what could be happening there..#3 We take a deep dive into the topic of expansion in the NRL and Super League..#Golden Points; the most comprehensive wrap up on news and results from every corner of the Rugby League world..Watch clips from the Turkey Nines https://m.facebook.com/rugbyleagueturkiye/.A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Shout out to Everything Rugby League for this awesome article about us; http://everythingrugbyleague.com/chasing-kangaroos-putting-their-voices-behind-international-rugby-league.html.A huge thank you to Ash Barkho and Ricky Cancino for our rockin’ new theme song!.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 14: The NRL episode..This week we break our number 1 rule with an all out NRL episode to celebrate the launch of the 2019 season. Dane Clarke @clarkeys.nrl.column joins Michael Carbone for a listener Q&A episode. Even though this is an NRL themed episode, you can expect a lot of our listener questions are skewed towards international Rugby League and expansion..#Golden Points; we wrap it up with our favourite segment highlighting news and results from every corner of the Rugby League world..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://www.mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 13: The Rabbitohs growing the game in Serbia..#1 The Widnes Vikings go into administration. .#2 A partnership between Red Star Belgrade and the South Sydney Rabbitohs..#3 All the big international Rugby League action set to be confirmed for the rest of 2019..#Golden Points; the most comprehensive wrap up on news and results from every corner of the Rugby League world..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 12: The Roosters rule the world .#1 NRL All Star reactions. What were our key take always in the men’s and women’s games? Who performed the best war cry? National anthem controversy. Should a Pacifika All Stars team be included?.#2 A Rugby turf war in Chile? We dive deep into an untold current story which could have shocking ramifications for the developing Rugby League nation..#3 World Club Challenge reactions. Our stand out players and moments. Congratulations to the Sydney Roosters. What does the future hold for this concept?.#Golden Points; news and results from Toulouse, New York City, Fiji Vodafone Cup, Toronto Wolfpack, Nigeria, Jamaica, Columbia, updates from the RLIF, and much more..#Bonus: Aris Eagles coach, Everything Rugby League, and Roar writer; Stuart McLennon gives us an update on all things Greek Rugby League.A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 11: World Club Challenge, MEA Championship and ... Linguini?.#1 World Club Challenge preview. Who are the players to watch? Which team will win? And why don’t Australian fans take this game as seriously as English fans?.#2 The Middle East Africa Championship. The where, when and possible who..#3 The Lignano Sharks. Everything we know about the first Italian club in the Balkan Super League..We wrap it up with over ten quick “Golden Points” featuring all the latest international Rugby League news and results..As mentioned by Jake, If you would like to support Norway as they raise funds for their World Cup qualifier in London, you can donate here; https://www.ibelieveinyou.no/ibiy-no/src/#!/projectdetail/7614.A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook message, Instagram DM, Twitter, or reviews. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League PodcastEpisode 10: The next Rugby League revolution .This week Michael is joined by special guest and head coach of the Poland national Rugby League team, Lee Addison. We had plenty to talk about;.#1 Rugby League in Poland. Behind the scenes of the Emerging Nations World Cup, future of the tournament, heritage v domestic debate, upcoming Polish internationals and domestic scene..#2 Cabramatta Nines. Results, highs and lows, and some big thinking..#3 Perspectives from an emerging nation. What are the challenges facing Rugby Leagues newest nations? Is it the responsibility of the NRL or RFL to help?.As always we wrap things up with our “Golden Points” segment, which this week features news and results for; Nigerian Rugby League, New Zealand World Cup hosting chances, Super League chat and more..Get in touch with Lee Addison online https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au on Facebook and Instagram @rugbyleaguecoach and on Twitter @rlcoachonthenet.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook, Instagram DM or on Twitter @chasingroospod .Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League Podcast Episode 9: Three billboards outside Atlanta, Georgia.. Michael and Jake are back together to discuss the biggest three topics in the world of Rugby League. But first, some extra news on the NRL Pacific trial announcement from episode 8. . #1 Our thoughts on the NRL billboard in Atlanta. Good move or waste of money? Plus a shout out to the Sydney Roosters and Toulouse for announcing joint training sessions in the lead up to the World Club Challenge. .#2 Balkan Super League 2019. We run through the clubs taking place in the 3rd BSL. . #3 Millom defeat Red Star Belgrade in round 1 of the Challenge Cup. Our match review. . As always we wrap things up with our “Golden Points” segment, which this week features news and results for; Jamaica Rugby League national championship round 1, the Cabra Nines, Greek “State of Origin”, the New York City Bid as reported by www.everythingrugbyleague.com, the Brisbane Broncos and PNG Hunter, Super League kick off and more. . A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32 or find the Shop Now button on our Facebook page. .Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook, Instagram DM or on Twitter @chasingroospod .Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael, Charlie and Jake are back together to discuss the biggest three topics in the world of Rugby League. .Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League PodcastEpisode 8: NRL backs Pacific Rugby League .#1 The Australian federal government announce support of NRL trials in the Pacific and a professional Fijian team in the NSW Cup..#2 Is the Continental Cup over before a ball has been kicked off?.#3 Are the RFL getting its Challenge Cup act together?.As always we wrap things up with our “Golden Points” segment, featuring all the latest international Rugby League news and results..A special mention to our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international RL gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32.Your feed back is always welcome via Facebook and Instagram DM. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League PodcastEpisode 7: Rugby League in America.On our first episode for 2019, Michael is joined by our very first ever guest host. Nate Gladdin from the Rugby League in America Podcast (http://www.rlamerica.com) is here to talk all things American Rugby League. Here are our topics; .#1 Everything you need to know about the New York RL professional team bid..#2 Can we expect to see a Mid West conference in the USNRL soon?.#3 Who are the American Rugby League Players to look out for in 2019?.All of this, and so much more!.A special mention to the Nicole Fitzsimons Foundation (http://www.nicolefitzsimons.com/) and of course our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international rl gear from us here; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32Enjoy the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IT’S OUR FINAL EPISODE FOR 2018 and in this one we break our usual format!.Chasing Kangaroos - An International Rugby League PodcastEpisode 6: #GrowTheGame.#1 Join the boys as we open with our first ever bit of hate mail, and discuss some huge breaking news for PNG Rugby League. .#2 We highlight our top 6 #GrowTheGame moments of 2018..#3 We open up with some fire Q&A questions from you, the listeners..#4 As always, we wrap things up with news from around the #rugbyleague world.Special thanks to all who contributed with questions, and a shout out to our friends at everythingrugbyleague.com, rugbeaguecoach.com.au and of course our affiliate sponsors Mascord Brownz, don’t forget to purchase all your international rl gear from us here; Chasing Mascord Brownz .Enjoy the show, and see you in 2019!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Michael and Charlie as they take on some intense topics from the world of Rugby League. In this episode we discuss;1# Where should the 2025 World Cup be played?2# A challenging week for the Challenge Cup.3# The unbelievably news coming from Greece.As always, we also share the latest results and updates from the world of rugby league including; the England Academy Vs Australian Schoolboys, French Elite One, Turkish Rugby League and Jamaica D2 semi finals, and news from Albania.If you like the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share. and don't forget to follow us on Facebook and IG @chasingkangaroospodcast.Special mention to our friends at Mascord Brownz. **Don't forget to purchase your international Rugby League gear from Chasing Mascord Brownz; https://mascordbrownz.com/?affiliates=32Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Charlie are back for another episode jam packed with news from around the Rugby League world.In this episode we discuss;1# All the latest information and our opinions on the Rugby League Nines World Cup in 2019.2# The expansion clubs taking the game to new markets (other than their own).3# Tavita Pangai Junior chooses NSW over Tonga.Bonus# The International Rugby League rankings.As always, we also share the latest results and updates from the world of rugby league including; the South American Championship, the Chilean Supa Liga, the French Elite One, the Balkan Super league, the South African Rugby League and the Turkish Rugby League. If you like the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share. and don't forget to follow us on Facebook and IG @chasingkangaroospodcast.Special mention to our friends the Amsterdam Cobras, League Unlimited and Mascord Brownz. **Don't forget to purchase your international Rugby League gear from Chasing Mascord BrownzEnjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back this week for your world of Rugby League fix. In this episode we discuss;#1 We celebrate the Jamaican World Cup qualification, and take a deep dive into discussion on all four teams at the conclusion of the America's Cup tournament. #2 Special guest "Dwayne Kennett" joins us to share his thoughts on Valentine Holmes nfl switch.#3 Pros and cons of the Golden Point introduction for the 2019 Super League season.As always, we also share the latest results and updates from the world of rugbyleague including; an Italian club team making history, the French Elite One competition, the South American Championship and some news from El Salvador Rugby League. If you like the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share. and don't forget to follow us on IG @chasingkangaroospodcast.Special mention to our friend Nate from the Rugby League in America Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/rugby-league-in-america/id1371196473?mt=2) who gets a shout out in this episode. Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Washington DC Slayers halfback, Jake Watson, joins Michael and Charlie for the second episode of Chasing Kangaroos. The only Rugby League Podcast with a focus on the international game and domestic expansion (...probably).In this episode we discuss;1. The good, the bad and the "not sure" of the RLIF 8 year international calendar.2. Can the new Toronto Wolfpack coach take them to Super League?3. Will we see the North Sydney Bears in the NRL again in 2024? 4. International results from England Vs New Zealand, the Euro Cup, the America's Cup, and a Serbian player gets sent off in the Balkan Super League Grand Final for a brown eye. If you like the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share. and don't forget to follow us on IG @chasingkangaroospodcast.Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Michael and Charlie for Chasing Kangaroos. The only Rugby League Podcast with a focus on the international game and domestic expansion (...probably).In this episode we discuss;1. Who is Tommy Makinson?2. England defeats New Zealand again, what happens next on the international calendar?3. Hype for the America's Cup. Who will qualify for the 2021 World Cup; USA, Chile, Canada or Jamaica? 4. France qualify for the 2021 World Cup + other Euro results.5. Other results and wrap up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.