Forty20 Rugby League Podcasts

On the eve of the Rugby League World Cup kicking off in Newcastle, we were joined at the Central Library on stage by the returning Tony Hannan, Editor of Rugby League Live Matt Shaw and Gemma Carter with The Sun's Gary Carter to talk a load of Rugby League stuff in front of a live audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More from Monday's launch now as we are joined by: Wales head coach John Kear Scotland's Nathan Graham Ged Corcoran and George King of Ireland Tonga's Kristian Woolf Michael Maguire from the Kiwis Cook Islands coach Tony Iro Lebanon's Michael Cheika See you in Newcastle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We spoke to so many people at the Rugby League World Cup launch in Manchester on Monday, we've had to split it over two podcasts. So, in part one, we quiz the following (not necessarily in this order) Tonga co-captain Sio Siua Taukeiaho PNG coach Stanley Tepend and skipper Rhyse Martin Lebanon captain Mitchell Moses Jamaica's Romeo Monteith Samoa coach Matt Parish Wales captain Elliot Kear Greece's Jordan Meads Stay tuned for more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A week ahead of the Rugby League World Cup kicking-off, Ireland's men have set up camp in South Leeds ahead of their group matches with Lebanon, Jamaica and New Zealand. We caught up with Jaimin Jolliffe, Joe Keyes, Brendan O'Hagan and Ronan Michael after they'd had a session on the field, ramping up preparation with a place in the quarter finals the first aim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stop two on our tour as part of the Rugby League World Cup Cultural Festival, we were live in front of an audience at Catterick Library to talk all the current RL news in the first half, as well as quizzing our guests, and the World Cup in the second. Joining us on the panel: Former Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward England & York City Knights back Tamzin Renouf Professor Tony Collins Author of "Underdogs" and much more Tony Hannan Next week: Doncaster and Newcastle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wandering from the tunnel at Old Trafford to the car park, John Davidson joins us to reflect on a fourth Grand Final win in a row for St. Helens, who were the better team and, as expected, were too good for a Leeds Rhinos side who weren't disgraced in defeat. Plus, the big winners from the Women's Super League Awards probably speak exclusively to us, unless we missed someone else there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kicking off our tour as part of the Rugby League World Cup Cultural Festival, we were live in front of an audience at Leeds Central Library to talk RL in the first half, and the World Cup in the second. Joining us on the panel: Former England international and Man of Leeds Jamie Jones-Buchanan Wales & Leeds Rhinos player Jodie Boyd-Ward Peter Smith of the Yorkshire Evening Post Regular guest and journalism's own John Davidson Look out for more dates on our tour before and during the World Cup to be confirmed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've been out to speak to four players hopeful of making England's Women's World Cup Squad this autumn: Wigan's Vicky Molyneux, Tara Jones of St. Helens and Leeds pair Georgia Roche and Fran Goldthorp, and talk a bit about what happened in the matches on Friday while we're at it, and working out what's going on on the Otley Run... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back in the studio to celebrate the exciting world of Rugby League, we were live with your talking points, international eligibility, "The British Are Coming!" to an NRL coaching box near you, and loads of other things we've forgotten about already... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy new month! We've a bumper edition of the show for you this week, with a first hand view from the Summer Bash, as well as Salford's amazing performance against St. Helens. Some interesting results around the various divisions and forms of the sport, but how much were we able to see? Plus, guests galore, as we drag London Roosters and England's Lewis King as well as Martin Coyd out of the Headingley hospitality to talk about the state of the Wheelchair game, and how the sport could capitalise on the excitement provided by the Lionesses (of which we are fully on the bandwagon.) Then, we talk to Richard de la Riviere as he's got a new book out (which you can buy at Philip Howard Books in Leeds, or here: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204037026976?hash=item2f818df4a0:g:Th0AAOSwCpxiz9Sr ) with plenty of great stories to tell in Rugby League: On This Day. That, as well as the state of the game, Maurice Lindsay, his next book project, and a lot more. AND, as a bonus for you podders, reaction from the Bash games involving Barrow's women and men with Jodie Litherland, Amanda Wilkinson and Paul Crarey, plus Whitehaven's Jonty Gorely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After looking back on a busy weekend of stuff going on, some of which occurred on the pitch, we're joined by Forty20 columnist and Batley Bulldogs Head Coach Craig Lingard ahead of a busy week which sees his side take on Dewsbury Rams at the Summer Bash, this year at Leeds' Headingley home. It's a first Bash for Craig, and he tells us how he'd change the event to try make it more appealing, as well as the Bulldogs season so far, as they lie fourth in a competitive Championship table... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well, it was Magic up in Newcastle, on, off and around the pitch as Phil reports on his experiences pitchside, and it is one of the great press vantage points in sport, and Richard from his armchair, as Toulouse breathe life in the battle at the bottom, Saints leave it late, Leeds outclass Cas, Ian Watson's process brings rewards for Huddersfield, Warrington are good for a change and the Hull Derby ends the weekend on a high (unless your a Robin, bobbing along home.) All that, plus the the future of the event, as we have to discuss every year, and a round up of the goings on elsewhere, including more bother at the Bulls.... PLUS, Wales Wheelchair Rugby League star Harry Jones talks about his career so far, their World Cup hopes, and where they're going in 2023. If you don't already know, you won't believe it... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lots of comings and goings for Phil and Richard to discuss, after an interesting weekend of results ahead of a Magic Weekend in Newcastle. Speaking of, Jon Wells talks about Sky0, and what that's all about, as well as what we can expect to see this weekend with the further integration of stats into the Sky Sports coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reflecting on a superb weekend of international action, a Wheelchair Challenge Cup Final with skill and suspense, all the other stuff that happened, including staying awake during Warrington vs. Hull FC, Batley's win at Post Office Road, and why Fev fans shouldn't be too worried and more. Plus, as a bonus on the podcast, Tom Halliwell and James Simpson speak after that Final and and interview Richard did with Harry Gration back in 2009, to mark his passing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's too hot to be inside podcasting, so here's a look back on the international weekend, the positives coming out of it, and more for the future when the calendar comes out. Plus, whatever else we can think of before melting... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We heading to Wales for our special guest this week, as the latest dual code international Rhi Parker joins us, fresh from her debut for the national team against England on Sunday at Cross Keys. She's new to Rugby League, and tells us about her journey from turning up at a Cardiff Demons trial, to starting at 7 in the famous red of Cymru. A fascinating guest, with a positive story to tell, not just on the field, but also in the classroom on a daily basis! We've got clips from Shaun Wane and Ellery Handley as England and the Combined Nations All Stars come head-to-head, as we're for the concept, but not quite enamoured with the execution of, especially with "actual" Test Matches being played this weekend... All that, plus a look back at the weekend, and there's a new issue of the magazine out this week as well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As State of Origin kicks off in Australia, we head there to catch up with Robert Burgin, to talk a little bit about Brazil, and a lot about his new book The Maroons, which, as the title suggests is about the Queensland Rugby League team. But, as he tells us, this is not a book of facts and figures, but of the stories of the 221 men who have worn the shirt of the Maroons, and how they reached that goal, many through adversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reflections of a Saturday at Spurs, from the surroundings, to the stadium and the the all important action on the field, as Leigh and Wigan made their way home with trophies, and most of those there with a feeling of positivity (apart from if they lost.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before we head to Spurs on Saturday, John Davidson joined us in the studio to talk about some bits of news in the world of Rugby League, your questions on YouTube, and list people who were involved at the North Sydney Bears. Then, we get into the craft beer and cheese of the 1895 and Challenge Cup Finals as Leigh Centurions meet Featherstone Rovers, in a battle of the Championship's top two, while Wigan Warriors and Huddersfield Giants look to end Challenge Cup Final winning droughts of slightly different lengths. Enjoy the games, and give us a wave if you see us... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just under an hour of Rugby League chat as we look back on the weekend's action, talk a bit about what IMG may be impressed by as we await further instruction, and are joined by London Skolars CEO Colin Browne ahead of Friday Night Lights at the New River Stadium, the day before the Challenge and 1895 Cup Finals up the road at Spurs. Speaking of, join us LIVE at 6pm this Thursday to look ahead to the big day at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time to reflect, again, on the passing of a huge figure in British Rugby League, and the game world wide, as Phil reflects on the life and career of Maurice Lindsay, a key man in where the game is today. From turning Wigan around, to running the RFL, the creation of Super League, and reinvigoration of the international game...fair to say his impact, whether a fan of his or not, is still being felt today. As well as a look back on the action, we're joined by Karsten Brumme, our favourite German, as he tells us how he started watching the sport, what he's found on his recent tour here, how hard it is to watch the game in Switzerland, and his impressive collection of shirts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from Elland Road, Phil and Richard, having sat on the lovely benches for the whole of Saturday afternoon, are joined by someone much closer to the action, Danika Priim, who was stood pitchside with the rest of the BBC crew. We talk in-depth about the Women's Challenge Cup Final, with St. Helens retaining their trophy as the Women's Super League is about to get underway, with Saints, opponents Leeds, and York expected to be the ones challenging. There's talk of how England will, or should, look ahead of the Women's World Cup too, and plenty of opinions with no holds barred. Plus, wins for Wigan and Huddersfield, with praise dished out, and also anticipation building for the huge 1895 Cup Final clash between Leigh and Featherstone, and, not quite on the same level, this Sunday's match between Cornwall and West Wales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a busy couple of hours at Elland Road, it's time to talk some Rugby League, with a triple header at the home of Leeds United coming up on Saturday as St. Helens face Leeds Rhinos in the Women's Challenge Cup Final, while Saints men face Wigan, followed by Hull KR and Huddersfield in the men's semis. We're excited for three games which are tough to call, as well as a weekend of action just gone, which wasn't the best, as Leeds' new coach arrives, Bradford and Widnes are still looking for one, and Richard Agar's off to Samoa. Another quiet week... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's always good to welcome Steve Mascord back onto the podcast, a man with his fingers in so many Rugby League pies, he could be employed on the half-time segment on Premier Sports. He tells us about this weekend's Women's 9s event in Warrington and that part of the sport in general, helping out at the London Skolars. Zak Hardaker's move from Wigan to Leeds and plenty of other issues from our sport. As a special offer for you, if you haven't picked up a copy of Steve's latest book, Two Tribes, use the code: ZAKSBACK at shop.stevemascord.com and get a discount! https://shop.stevemascord.com/product/twotribes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talk about timing! Tony Smith quits (at the end of the season) while Rohan Smith arrives, the rumour mill is in full effect and some Rugby League happened as well. John Davidson is back in the studio, and Phil returns now he's changed his attitude... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As #RivalsRound approaches, the air of positivity remains around the podcast, and even John Davidson can't change that mood, as he's full of it too! We look back on a great weekend on the pitch, encouraging numbers on the terraces and looking in on telly, pressure on various coaches, adding more names to the Leeds shortlist, and much more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 weeks into the Super League season, and we're still feeling positive about most things Rugby League. What's that all about? As well as action on the field, we talk James Roby, a busy Sunday for us both at the Wheelchair and Women's games, Warrington's woes, good crowds, the debut of Cornwall and new home for Midlands, and a load of other stuff... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We were back live, and earlier than usual, as we'd been to Manchester to get an update on the World Cup, as Tuesday marks 200 days to go until the event kicks off in Newcastle. You can hear from RLWC2021 Supremo Jon Dutton after we've gabbed on about the weekend in the Challenge Cup, as Leeds remain in crisis and no clear route out of it, Warrington are on the verge of joining them after losing twice to Wakefield, Challenge Cup crowds are certainly there, depending on where you are, and no doubt some other exciting Rugby League topics to discuss... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Union is seen as a dirty word in Rugby League circles, but that's with "rugby" before it and not "trade" as it is in this case. We we're joined by Garreth Carvell, now full time with the Rugby League Players' Association, to talk about their role within the game, improving the lot for players, how the link with the GMB means their members have advantages over those in other sports, and about how the game hasn't gone soft, and needs to make more of the positives. Plenty to think about, as ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Leeds lose a coach, Will Pryce gets to sit on the sidelines for 10 games, and Toulouse "jeter un pavé dans la mare" in beating St. Helens, there's very little Rugby League for Phil and Richard to go at... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we spent yesterday talking not much Rugby League, here's a bonus with a brief look back at the weekend, talking points ahead of this week, yellow card fun and professionalism and more memories of Dave Hadfield... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the road again, and to the wonderful surroundings of Leeds Central Library to talk about the past, present, and hopes for the future of local sports reporting. Joining us, as part of Leeds Libraries 'Breaking the News' exhibition, were: Professor Tony Collins Tony Hannan Peter Smith Matthew Shaw Plenty of historical content, changes in the way media is consumed, the effect that has on the output we read, relationships between journalists and clubs, the next generation, and a potential return of the romanticism of the past - that's just some of the topics covered. We started though, on a sad note, reflecting on the life of Dave Hadfield, a presence in the press box, and life, will be sorely missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Schoey has failed a head test (he was otherwise engaged), so we're back on pre-record via Zoom to talk about the latest in the world of Rugby League, such as the return of Ellery Hanley to the coaches box, Josh Charnley not knowing how to use the RFL's website (and RSW doing the same) alongside the return on the Wheelchair Super League, the start of the Women's Challenge Cup, and all the action on the field in Super League (men) and the Championship... JOIN US LIVE IN LEEDS: We'll be at Leeds Central Library on Tuesday March 15th to talk the past, present and future of local sports reporting. Tickets available here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/local-sports-reporting-panel-event/e-vebvyy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Pancake Day, which means your favourite, erm, podcasters are back to talk some Rugby League. An England squad has been announced, for people to have something different to be annoyed by rather than the disciplinary, the ludicrous modern world where three games in, teams and coaches are already under pressure, and some valiant performances in defeat in the Challenge Cup come under the F20 microscope. Plus, all the action on the field we saw, and, if you missed it on YouTube, our chat with Cornwall's Harry Aaronson at the end as a bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We don't upset people enough anymore." We seem to be much more calm this days, not getting caught up in nonsense and pointless arguments for the sake of it. We leave defending the indefensible to Martin Kelner when he's on Fighting Talk, so our discussion of Luke Gale's red card and subsequent ban, focusses less on his actions and more on the reactions. We don't get it. That starts off a look back at week two in Super League, with clubs already in crisis, key players missing leading to impressive performances, and that's the same in the Championship as well, albeit with less drama over under achievers and some tasty Challenge Cup ties to come. Plus, how a negative story for the sport was ignored for a kid in a car. It's a funny old game, as Greavsie used to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super League is back. Everyone is positive, even one Garry Schofield OBE who was back too as we were live in The Phoenix Bar at the home for Hunslet RLFC, The South Leeds Stadium in front of a live audience to talk some Rugby League, including those opening fixtures. Schoey also pays tribute to those we have lost recently, including his old GB team mate Des Drummond and "Mr. Hull" Johnny Whiteley. Not just The Legend though, joining us straight from training was coach Alan Kilshaw to look at Hunslet's season so far, the upcoming League One campaign and building a club in the shadow of giants. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the 2022 Betfred Super League season got underway, we were live in the studio once more to look ahead to St. Helens winning a fourth straight title. Plenty of positivity around as well as Channel 4's team is in place for their first game this weekend, two of which have been on this programme plenty of times in the past. John Davidson is back with us as we're giddy with excitement! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week: Championship returns, Premier gains, Cup drama and and old book... PLUS: Oldham coach Stuart Littler joins us to praise Lock Lane, after the side from Cas knocked his new one out of the Challenge Cup, but there's still lots of positivity as they build up to the new League One season, rebuilding relationships in the town, and moving back home, as well as leading Ireland into the World Cup this autumn. A great half-hour or so with the Roughyeds boss. BONUS: If you missed the video last week with Neil Ormston of the Rugby League Record Keepers' Club, that's on the end for you podcast people too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Younger, Sexier and More Vibrant" Welcome to another episode of Forty20 NOT LIVE, where we've defrosted from Featherstone, watched the Channel 4 advert on a loop, on looking forward to Bashing Headingley this Summer. Mainly though, we're hear to talk Swinton Lions, with their Director of Development Damian Ridpath, who may well be the most positive guest we've ever had, and that goes back to the Radio Yorkshire days! They're not "Little Old Swinton" anymore, and he's here to tell us why... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another year begins, and we're still here. It's a fairly positive start to 2022 for us as we get ready for the new season with new broadcasters, players, coaches and drama to enjoy. You were out in force in the comments as we looked ahead to a World Cup in France, how our colleagues across the Channel might not let every player in to play on their soil, and the wider issue of vaccination levels in Super League. "Why?" is a big question we can't answer. All that and much more, as the friendlies are in full swing, and the Challenge Cup is underway, and, with am ultra competitive Championship around the corner, Batley Bulldogs coach Craig Lingard takes time away from his preparations to join us to talk about a myriad of issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The abridged story of Rugby League in 2021, told through output of Forty20 and our guests. Featuring interviews, post match reaction, stories, opinion and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2021. A year of Saints, some sinners, a potential French renascence, glory for Featherstone, and the Rhinos (but only when sat down.) As well as the past, Phil and Richard try make some sense of what may happen in 2022, and decide they don't really have a clue... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For our final LIVE show of 2021, we've invited a friend of ours along to talk about her career. The freshly retired Danika Priim is with us to talk about a short, but eventful career in Rugby League. How she started in the sport at school, her dancing life, and getting back involved in RL and her growing media profile. Playing in a World Cup, and the journey to getting there, life at Leeds, winning, and losing, dealing with those who wanted to pull her down, and fighting back. A great story, told by the woman herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midlands Hurricanes CEO Alan Robinson joins us to talk about the rebrand of the Coventry Bears ahead of the 2022 season in League One, but also how the Bears will continue outside the professional game to grow the sport in the area. Not just that, but there's new investment, a new home on the horizon for 2023, and a general feeling of positivity over the sport and where it's heading, which is always nice. Plus, a little bit of Cornwall, as they join the fun next year, and Ireland, with the World Cup approaching. https://midlandshurricanes.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A packed show, with three guests on talking about their books as we head towards Christmas, and you need to get someone something... We open with a look at the news as we try to #BeMoreKev, get excited about Channel 4 and what they can bring to Super League coverage, and upgrade our scores on the state of Rugby League. Then, we speak to Daniel Barker Gray on his book Broken Time, a history of the sport from 1895 to 2000, Hull KR fan Dan Crowther's chronicle of the 2021 season, The Robin Sings Again, and finally, with very little to do with RL, lapsed Cougars supporter Ben Baker talks about Christmas telly, the subject of his latest tome, Ben Baker's Christmas Box. Find our guests on Twitter @DanBarkerGray, @shenmuestan and @BenBakerBooks Timestamps: 26:45 - Broken Time with Daniel Barker Gray 52:52 - The Robin Sings Again with Dan Crowther 1:23:51 - Ben Baker and his Christmas Box Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a year to go until the delayed Rugby League World Cup 2021, we were LIVE at the Featherstone Community Centre to talk about the event, and the general state of the game with an all star panel: Nathan Collins - Leeds and England Wheelchair international, on the longlist for the 2022 Golden Boot Professor Tony Collins - Author, historian and podcaster Rob Hicks - A long time match official now Director of Operations and Legal at the RFL Danika Priim - Former Leeds, Bradford and England forward, winning every domestic honour in the game. Neil Ormston - Organiser of the Rugby League Record Keepers Club John Davidson - Journalist and podcaster. Australian. It was supposed to be a show of two halves, but our time keeping isn't the best... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've been invaded by Canadians! The Canada Grizzlies are on tour, culminating in a Masters Festival at Leigh East this Sunday, and members of the squad, Nicholas Mew, Greg Furyk, Michael Steer, and Doon Muldoon, have joined us to talk about their trip, which wasn't easy as you'd imagine, plus RL in Canada, their journey into the game, and what they have got from the sport and what they want to give back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The RFL's new Director of Operations and Legal, Robert Hicks, was our special guest this week as we talked about him swapping his whistle for a desk, and what that new role actually entails. we talk about memories of his days as a match official and what he wants to achieve in his new role, including tackling abuse from the sidelines, and how that's an issue that goes much deeper than you may think at first. Plenty to think about as ever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a bit of a bonus as we've been away after the Grand Final weekend, but, as the "Running Game" season comes to an end this week, we think, we wrap up those games at Old Trafford and Headingley, Toulouse's elevation and some transfer news. Plus, it's international time, so we talk those, and speak to Craig Richards, coach of England's women as they face France, and hoping to make his Jamaica debut, Izaac Farrell! Back Tuesday LIVE at 6pm... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Grand Final week and John Davidson is back in the studio to talk some Rugby League as we look back on Penrith Panthers NRL success, the reaction to the Super League Awards, an increase of abuse at matches and ahead to a busy weekend with promotion and titles to be decided... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices