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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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View all 72 episodesThe wait is over - Season 5 of Stories of Origin arrives Monday 27 April
Johns and Fittler weigh in on the Dragons FIERY SAGA
The great Ken Sutcliffe joins Freddy & the Eighth!

S4 Ep 4Ponga April Fool's joke gives Joey a HEART ATTACK
NRL legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Kieran Foran to steady the ship in Manly. What do the Dragons have to do to turn their season around? Joey falls for an all-time April Fool's Day prank. Plus, Parramatta Eels dummy-half Ryley Smith joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S4 Ep 3Brisbane Broncos’ self-destruction has to stop!
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns react to the latest drama coming out of the Brisbane Broncos. Will their internal turmoil ruin their season? Penrith Panthers’ star hooker Mitch Kenny joins the show and shares his hidden passion outside of footy. Plus, will Daly Cherry-Evan’s return to Brookvale be hostile? All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S4 Ep 2Freddy & Joey call for HUGE changes at the Sea Eagles!
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Wests Tigers superstar Adam Doueihi this week on Freddy & the Eighth. The boys call for huge changes at Manly to be made, if the Sea Eagles want to save their season. Plus, can the Newcastle Knights continue their red hot start to 2026 with Kalyn Ponga and Dylan Brown?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S4 Ep 1Campbell Graham in awe of the Rabbitohs' new INSANE line up
South Sydney Rabbitohs star Campbell Graham joins the Freddy and the Eighth panel to preview the massive Friday night rivalry clash against the Sydney Roosters. Graham opens up about his return from a frustrating back injury, the squad's reaction to the shock signing of superstar prop Payne Haas, and what it is like playing alongside new recruit Jack Wighton. The panel also dives into Alex Johnston's pursuit of Ken Irvine's all-time try-scoring record, debating whether fans should be allowed to storm the field if he breaks it this weekend. Plus, Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler break down the messy Zac Lomax contract saga, share their top eight finals predictions for the 2026 NRL season, and dish out their weekly medal votes for Round 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Koroisau opens up on Tigers’ drama filled season
Api Koroisau joins Freddy and Joey this week. He reveals what really happened behind the scenes of the Lachlan Galvin departure drama. We look at some of the most clutch players and plays in NRL history, and don’t worry everyone, the great Danika Mason is back! All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy & the Eighth's SPECIAL 200th Episode
It’s the 200th Episode of Freddy & the Eighth, the boys reflect on the FIRST EVER edition of the show with special guest and former host James Bracey. Joey claims Harry Grant is already a top 3 dummy-half of all time. Jasmin Strange joins the show in hopes of finding a girlfriend for her brother and Canberra Raiders star Ethan Strange. All that and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has the Kangaroos jersey lost it’s aura?
Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler CLASH over which jersey means more, the Australian or Origin jersey? Winter Olympic silver medalist Matt Graham joins the show. The boys look into the crystal ball to predict the top 8 for 2025. Plus, we look back at some vintage sprays from Des Hasler and Craig Bellamy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 13FED UP Joey calls for serious change to ‘dangerous’ tackle
On this edition of Freddy & the Eighth Roosters star James Tedesco joins the show, revealing how last year’s Origin axing surprised him. Joey ERUPTS at the return of cannonball tackles and calls for it to be banned. Freddy can’t keep his mouth shut and spills the beans on a hilarious Tommy Raudonikis story. Plus, the gang predict who will make the finals in a congested NRL ladder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 14Johns announces MASSIVE NEWS about his future
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are joined by our biggest guest yet! The NSW Premier Chris Minns is in the house to chat footy and his beloved Bulldogs. The boys break down the changes to the NSW and QLD squads ahead of Game II. Angus Crichton takes a cheeky swipe at Freddy like he did with Gus on 100% Footy. Plus, the 8th Immortal shares some breaking news about his future!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legends examine the EXACT reason for the Broncos' downfall
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason for another action-packed week of Freddy & the Eighth. The boys highlight the Brisbane Broncos’ BIGGEST issue and who is to blame for their 2025 season downfall. With Mitch Barnett out for the Origin series, Joey tosses up a few names of who could replace him. Freddy responds to talks of him eyeing off the Kangaroos' job. Plus, Freddy and Joey’s mid-season reviews, who has been the most surprising and most disappointing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 10Joey and Freddy’s EMOTIONAL return to State of Origin arena
From Suncorp Stadium Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler take you into the inner sanctum of the sheds and relive running out onto Suncorp Stadium. 30 years on from Fatty’s Neville Nobody’s, Ben Ikin joins the show. Along with Danny Buderus who shares some hilarious stories of nights out with Joey. Plus, a massive preview of Game 1 of State of Origin 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 10NSW Coach reveals MASSIVE halves hint
On a special episode of Freddy & the Eighth, NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley drops by to chat all things Origin and reveals a massive hint at who the NSW five-eighth will be. The boys raise the alarm bells after the Tigers' blowout loss. Plus, Laurie Daley tells the hilarious story of Wayne Bennett from his time at the Raiders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 9Legends hit David Fifita with HARSH TRUTHS
Your favourite duo have survived Magic Round (barely) and are ready to rip into the latest news in Rugby League. Freddy issues a stern message to David Fifita and Joey begs him not to waste his talent. The boys debate who should be Fullback for NSW, Teddy, Edwards or Turbo? We look at an ALL-TIME sledge between Mitchell Moses and Brayden Trindall. Plus the boys appear on a BRAND NEW spinoff show on Channel 9, tune in to find out what it is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 7Freddy throws cold water on Moses selection calls
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason as they unpack the latest news in the world of Rugby League. Freddy dismisses claims Mitchell Moses should be selected to play for NSW after an EPIC performance. Joey explains how the Bulldogs are having such early success. Plus, special guest LT Commander Dave Miln joins the show to share his story. All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 6Legends TORCH Lachlan Galvin’s management
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The Legends are disgusted with Lachlan Galvin’s narrative for leaving the Wests Tigers. 10 years on, we dive back into the archives to remember the Bad Friday match. The boys and Danika read out some hilarious fan mail. Plus, with Origin only 42 days away, the team preview what the Blues squad could look like. All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 5Do the NSW Blues NEED Nathan Cleary?
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The boys debate who Laurie Daley will select in the halves for NSW. Trent Robinson & Ivan Cleary have swung the axe over some key players ahead of Round 6. We look at Danika’s modelling career (and the boys). Plus, what is the greatest sports movie of all time? The trio rank their top 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S3 Ep 3Has DCE already signed a new deal with a rival club?
Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns believe Daly Cherry-Evans has already locked in a deal with a rival club, who could it be? Special guest, Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs star forward Josh Curran joins the show to chat about THAT penalty from Round 3. The boys debate over who is the greatest Prop of all time. All that and much more on another episode of Freddy & the Eighth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.