The Bye Round With James Graham

James Graham is back with Charlie White to talk St Helens unbelievable victory & just how Jimmy celebrated. Plus we discuss Mitchell Moses' decision to stay at Parramatta, Taylan May's ACL injury, the Dragons Mudgee scuffle & preview 2023 for the Cowboys, Storm, Eels & Sea Eagles. If you are enjoying the show please leave us a review and if you want to grab any merch check out - https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Bye Round, James Graham is joined by one of the greatest fullbacks the NRL has ever seen, Anthony Minichiello. Mini talks us through the incredible work he is doing to help improve the nutrition of the Roosters & takes us inside the infamous house of grouse. Mini also takes us through how he managed to turn his career around when it looked like injuries would derail it. Please leave us a review and help support the podcast by grabbing some merch from - https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham & Charlie White are back for another episode of Mid-Week Matters. This week the boys have a massive announcement involving a current NRL star. The guys also discuss Wayne Bennett's no show at the Dolphins trial, unpack the Kalyn Ponga press conference, discuss the Tigers new captain and preview the seasons for the Broncos, Tigers & Rabbitohs. If you are enjoying the show please leave us a review and if you want to grab any merch check out - https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are joined by the one of Australia's most successful entrepreneurs Mark Bouris. Bouris' connection with Rugby league runs deep. Growing up in Punchbowl he fell in love with the game as a kid and today sits on the Roosters Board. In this chat the boys look at how the future of Rugby League will look, what makes the Roosters boardroom so successful, why some clubs fail & what the NRL's business strategy should be. This is a very different chat to any we have had before and if you enjoy it please leave us a review and let us know what you think. If you want to grab some merch check out: https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is back with Charlie White and the boys have a name for the show! The boys react to the bizarre NRL staffer recording, preview the All-Stars game and Jimmy explains why the Latrell Mitchell Jack Wighton wrestle is a storm in a tea cup. We also preview the Roosters, Sharks & Titans season. Join the Bye Round Club by grabbing some merch here: https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You asked and we delivered. Sit back and enjoy this absolute cracker with one of the biggest personalities the game has seen, Willie Mason. Willie how the game has changed since retirement, his podcast with YKTR, his time in the South of France with Todd Carney and how he uses mushrooms to activate his brain. We also discuss his new role with the Bulldogs and how they are shaping up ahead of this season. This is one of my favourite chats I have had so far so please let me know what you think! Please drop subscribe and drop us a review! If you want to grab some merch check out: https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Bye Round James Graham is joined by the Knights new star recruit Jackson Hastings. This in-depth and emotional chat covered Jackson's recent exit from the Tigers, his mental health struggles & dives deep into the class and determination he showed to turn his footy career around. We also look at how the Knights are travelling and what their goals are this year. Please drop us a review and if you want to grab some merch check out: https://thebyeround.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bye Round is back for 2023 & kicks off with an incredible chat with a true leader of the game Wade Graham. Wade is not only a leader on the field but he plays a major role at the RLPA as a board member and has been instrumental in the recent CBA negotiations. Wade talks us through his plans for retirement, explains what the real story is in the salary cap dispute, his issues with concussion & discusses is this will be his last year in the NRL. Please drop us a review and if you want to grab some merch check out: https://thebyeround.com/ We are pumped for this year and if you have any guests you would like to hear let us know through our DMs on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join The Bye Round Club By Grabbing Some Merch Here: https://thebyeround.com/ We wrap up coaches month and season 1 with the new coach of the Manly Sea Eagles Anthony Seibold. Seibold explains how Manly will rebuild following this years jersey scandal & how the group has come together already in pre-season. Seibold reflects on his challenges he faced at the Broncos and explains why he regrets leaving South Sydney. We also talk his time over in England as the assistant coach of the England Rugby Union side & how working under Eddie Jones has improved him as a coach. We recorded this chat before Tom Trbojevic's injury so that is why we do not mention in this chat. Let us know what you think & please follow us on Instagram, YouTube & Tik Tok. 0:00 Jammer’s Thank You! 0:43 Welcome New Manly Coach Anthony Seibold 1:05 The Pride Jersey Saga & A Broken Manly? 9:40 Working With The Trbojevic Brothers 15:50 Gaining A Competitive Advantage In The NRL 23:13 Keeping Tommy Turbo Fit 25:48 Manly’s 2023 Breakout Stars 32:00 Taking Over From Des Hasler 34:34 Assembling The Manly Coaching Staff 41:44 English Rugby Union 55:47 Eddie Jones In The NRL 1:00:11 Regretting Joining The Broncos 1:14:17 What To Expect From Manly In 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check Out The Merch To Join The Bye Round Club: https://thebyeround.com/ Coaches month continues with the brand new coach of the Bulldogs Cameron Ciraldo. Cam is our first guest to return for a 2nd chat, this time as a head coach in the NRL. Cam explains the early challenges he is facing at the Bulldogs, what he expects from the group in 2023, the signing of Bronson Xerri and why he thinks Matt Burton will be a Bulldog for a very long time. Let us know what you think & please follow us on Instagram, YouTube & Tik Tok. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check Out Our Merch: https://thebyeround.com/ Coaches month continues with another coach who has just finished his rookie season, Sharks Coach Craig Fitzgibbon. Craig explains why he showed so much patience in waiting for a head coaching job & why Sharks were the perfect fit. How he got the best out of the Sharks this year, what he wasn't ready for in first season & the disappointing end to the season. Craig also talks about what the Roosters mean to him & how fortunate he feels to have learnt underneath Trent Robinson. Let us know what you think & please follow us on Instagram, YouTube & Tik Tok. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Jimmy sits down with one of the true up and coming coaches of our game Jason Demetriou. Jimmy & Jason talk his journey to this point including learning under Wayne Bennett, the struggles of an assistant coach, the decision to let Adam Reynolds go & much more! Jason is a modern coach who isn't afraid of the tough questions & we loved the honesty he had during the chat. Let us know what you think & please follow us on Instagram, YouTube & Tik Tok. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Bye Round Podcast. In today's episode James chats with one of rugby league biggest player agents, David Riolo. In this fascinating chat, David takes us behind the scenes of how he negotiates deals for some of rugby league's biggest stars. Plus, we look back on some of his most memorable deals including how the AFL signed Karmichael Hunt & the future of Matt Burton. Don't forget to subscribe & leave a review of the show. Plus, stay up to date with the podcast and our socials here: https://bit.ly/3O0Ur14See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with one of his closest teammates Josh Reynolds. Reynolds talks about his return to the Dogs & reveals exactly why he is back. The boys discuss their premiership run together & what it was like to end Queensland's State of Origin dominance. Reynolds also explains the challenges he faced at the Tigers both on & off the field, plus lets us know what Jimmy was really like as a captain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with his former teammate and close friend Gareth Widdop. Widdop talks us through his successful time in the NRL, including the 2012 premiership with the Storm & some of the horrific challenges with injury he has faced. The boys also reflect on their time in England camp together & pull back the curtain on what it was like playing together at the Dragons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham & Charlie White Preview Week 4 Of The World Cup In The Bye Round's Preview Show! We breakdown the impact John Bateman can have on the Wests Tigers, Jimmy defends how the World Cup is currently set up & we preview every game of the Quarter Finals as the Kangaroos halves debate rages on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with his former teammate & mentor Adrian "Moz" Morley. Adrian reflects on his time with the Roosters & how bonding off the field made them a better team on it. He explains why he thinks representing England is his greatest achievement & reveals his black book he kept so he never forgot who he wanted to bash!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with his former boss Todd Greenberg. They talk through his time as NRL CEO, his legacy within the game and some of the tough calls he had to make as the boss of the game. Todd offers an incredible insight into the unique challenges that come your way as a CEO of a sporting code. 00:00 Welcome Todd Greenberg! 2:00 His New Role As CEO Of Australian Cricketers Association 9:00 How You Are Judged As A CEO 14:00 How Do You Make A Decision As A CEO 21:00 Impact On Family Life As A CEO 23:00 Why Todd Wants To Be Challenged By Team Around Him 26:00 The Talk Up The Game Movement! 29:00 Todd Introducing Concussion Protocols 42:00 Mad Monday Dramas! 49:00 The No Fault Stand Down Policy 1:00:00 Is Todd Proud Of His Time With NRL? 1:04:00 Todd’s Thoughts On New Broadcast Deal 1:05:00 Todd’s Exit From NRL 1:07:00 What Should Be NRL’s Long Term Focus? 1:09:00 The NRL’s 2018 Crackdown On Penalties, Why They Backflipped? 1:18:00 Time At The Bulldogs – How He Got Des HaslerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with an icon of rugby league Greg Inglis. Jimmy talks to GI about his struggles post retirement, his record breaking NRL career and what the future holds. 00:00 Welcome GI! 1:00 GI’s Mental Struggles 13:00 What Does The Future Look Like For GI? 20:30 Time In Melbourne 26:30 How GI Feels About The Stripped Premierships? 32:30 Leaving The Storm & Back Flipping On The Broncos To Sign With Souths 35:30 How Souths Turned Things Around! 40:30 The 2014 Premiership! 46:00 The Goanna Celebration 50:30 Why He Decided To Retire With 2 Years Left On Deal 57:30 Why Did GI Sign For The Warrington Wolves? 1:00:45 Representing QLD Instead Of NSW 1:04:00 Winning 8 Straight Origin Series 1:08:00 Are QLD More Passionate Than NSW? 1:10:50 Playing For Australia 1:12:30 How Will Australia Go In This World Cup? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with one of the best front rowers of all time Mark "Spudd" Carroll. Spudd has lived a very unique life for a footballer & he talks us through his time as Russell Crowe's bodyguard, his rivalry with Paul Harragon, his premiership win with Manly, his gym & how he got his nickname Spudd. Sit back and enjoy one of the great story tellers from Rugby league!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with one of the toughest & funniest footy players, the hectic cheese Brandon Smith! We talk to Brandon about some of the challenges he has faced so far, the upcoming world cup & how he is feeling about heading to the Roosters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Sterling shares his memories from his playing days in Parramatta & what the Eels need to do to lift a premiership on Sunday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with a true legend of the NRL Luke Lewis. The 300 game premiership winner talks us through his battle with cancer, his exit from the Panthers & which of his premierships mean the most. Luke also explains why he wants the biff back in the NRL!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with the most successful dual international of all time Wendell Sailor. Wendell talks us through his recent mental health struggles, why he seems himself as a scallywag, plus we talk his time with the Broncos & his cocaine suspension in Rugby Union.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with NRL legend Gorden Tallis. Gordy talks us through his time with the Broncos, life after footy, what his current aspirations are & what he thinks of the current state of the NRL & Broncos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with his former teammate & NRL legend Michael Ennis! Ennis talks his time with the bulldogs, the premiership in 2016, his media career and what the future holds for himself! Plus the boys share some hilarious stories of their time together at the Dogs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with NRL icon Peter Sterling! Sterlo discusses his playing days, time with the footy show and gives his thoughts on the current state of the game! This might be the best one yet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week James Graham sits down with his former teammate & Sharks star Dale Finucane! Jimmy talks Dale’s move to the Sharks, his time at Melbourne & the dogs. Plus, the boys sing to each other!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with former Warriors, Dragons & Knights coach Nathan Brown to talk the highs and lows of coaching. Nathan fills us in on the truth behind the infamous "Walkers on", plus details just how hard coaching can be on your family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with 2x Premiership winer Victor ‘The Inflictor’ Radley! The boys discuss Victor’s journey in the NRL so far, why he loves getting ‘bashed’, relationship with Trent Robinson, that decision to represent England plus much much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with NRL media superstar Denan Kemp! James talks with Denan about his journey from NRL player to podcasting superstar as well as some brilliant stories from his path to the NRL! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with the greatest NRL coach of all time, Wayne Bennett. Wayne talks his greatest moments in coaching, the challenges facing the Dolphins, the toughest moment he has ever faced while coaching and much more! This is really Wayne Bennett like you have never heard before!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with the king of NRL media Paul Kent! We talk to Paul about his journey from an NRL first grade player to leading NRL journalist. We getting some cracking stories from Kenty on some of the characters he has interviewed over the years & some amazing stories about how the NRL has changed. Enjoy this one it is a ripper!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this weeks episode James Graham sits down with the man that has NRL clubs clamouring for his signature, Cameron Ciraldo. We talk to Cameron about his coaching philosophies, what the future holds for him, how special the Panthers playing group is & how the NRL will change in the future! James Graham also reviews all things Round 17 + the massive news of Cameron Munster being ruled out of origin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a massive part 2, Jammer continues the chat with his old sparring partner and good mate Sam Burgess. The boys chat through Sam's experiences partying with A-list celebrities, what his aspirations are with coaching, why he has said no to boxing and some great pranks from his playing days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a jam packed episode one, Jammer sits down with his old sparring partner and good mate Sam Burgess. The boys chat through their younger years, Sam opens up on why he decided to come and play in the NRL, meeting Russell Crowe, winning that 2014 Premiership, their infamous collision in that Grand Final and the boys tell some amazing and hilarious yarns from their friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear From Sam Burgess On How Russell Crowe Recruited Him To South Sydney & What His First NRL Contract Was Worth! The First Episode Will Be Released On Monday June 27th!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.