The Red V Podcast
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S1 Ep 147Episode 132: ”He (Hunt) Has Certainly Earned His Money In The Last Two Seasons”
A bounce back victory against Manly has the Dragons knocking on the top 8 door again. Hear the full recap, what we liked, what we didn't like and who were the standout performers. The latest Dragons news (including those brutal comments by Sydney Kings owner Paul Smith about how the Dragons are being run), Preview of the Cowboys game, lower grade wrap, Fans questions and a special chat with Jersey Flegg and NSW U/19's Prop Jacob Webster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 146Episode 131: ”all we do is look to the past, cos that’s all we have”
An explosive and absorbing episode of the Red V Podcast. How long does Anthony Griffin have? What does the future hold for St George Illawarra? Is the Dragons cap situation unmanageable? Shocking team selections. We recap the latest dragons news (Suli injury, team list review, salary cap issues, Hook future). Review the loss against the Roosters (what happened at half time? Where does the squad go? Do the players care?) Plus preview match against Manly, lower grade wrap, fans corner questions plus heaps more. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 145Episode 130: Billy Burns: ”It Can Be A Pretty Lonely and Dark Place When You’re Injured”
Another packed episode of the Red V Podcast! Join us as Dragons’ backrower Billy Burns chats to us about his injury comeback, what Griffin and the coaching staff expect of him, NSW Cup season and what he gets up to on his days off. We recap the disappointing defeat at the hands of the Broncos and look for answers as we dissect the 14-point loss match. We also discuss the upcoming match against the Roosters, along with our lower grade wrap up, fan questions and the very latest news about the mighty Dragons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 144Episode 129: ”That Win Was One In Recent Years, We Would Have Lost, Very Pleasing”
With another two points in the bag for the mighty Dragons, how are you, the fans feeling with conditions at the club? We are joined by WIN News journalist Corey Hammond as we dissect the Raiders win and look forward to another big game this time against Brisbane. Plus latest news (Team list review and NRLW signings update), lower grade wrap and we answer your fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 143Episode 128: ”This is a four-point game for the Dragons, it really is”
The latest edition of the Red V podcast! We review the huge game against Canberra on Sunday and talk about the Steelers 40-year celebration. Plus, latest Dragon’s news (Team list, Score Dragons, and injury update on Max Feagai). Finish off the show with lower grade wrap and answering your fans questions. Thanks for your support Dragons fans. Don’t forget you can listen on Spotify, Apple podcasts, google podcasts and stitcher. Tell your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 142Episode 127: Ryan Webb: ”We’re Aiming For Finals That’s The Goal”
Dragons CEO Ryan Webb stops by for an informative and interesting chat about the different things happening at the club. Ryan talks openly about why Anthony Griffin was re-signed before a ball was kicked, the future of Kogarah Oval and the St George district, news on future signings (including a re-signing to be announced in days), goals for the season as well as lots more. Plus we review the wonderful win against Souths, latest dragons news (St George centenary teams announced, international and state representatives, Tonegato re-signs and much more). Also lower grade wrap and fans corner questions! #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 141Episode 126: Jaiyden Hunt: ”There’s a fair few older boys, so I sense there’s an opportunity in the future”
Check in to this week's Red V Podcast as recently re-signed Dragons prop Jaiyden Hunt drops by to talk to the team. He talks about what the coaching staff want from him, why he remained loyal to the club, his goals for 2022 and what he likes to do outside of footy. We give a harsh (and at times brutal review) of the shambolic display against the Cowboys. Why are players being rewarded for consistent poor performance? Do the issues run deeper than just coach and selections? Preview of Souths game, can we bounce back? What do we need to do? Plus latest news (team list review, McGuire injury), lower grade wrap and fans corner questions. #redv Listen on Apple podcasts, spotify, google podcasts, podbean and all other providers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 140Episode 125: ”This Could Become A Season Defining Win”
How will the Dragons fare on their road trip up to Townsville on Friday? Do Ben Hunt and Tariq Sims back up? Does Jayden Sullivan get a start? Where do Su'a and McGuire fit in the puzzle? With so many moving pieces, this week's Red V Podcast attempts to answer all these questions and keep you informed on what's happening at the club. A full preview of the game against North Queensland and a focus on the Dragons defence. What can they do to rectify the missed tackles, how do we beat the Cowboys and the boys score prediction as well. Latest Dragons news, lower grade wrap, and fans questions also included! Listen on Spotify, Apple and Google Podcasts, Podbean and all other good podcast providers. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 139Episode 124: ”You Get The Feeling That There Is Some Momentum Building”
Have the dragons created a little bit of momentum heading into this weeks bye? Jack and Johnny discuss this as well as the win against the Bulldogs, pulling apart the good, the bad and the ugly. Plus, we celebrate Blake Lawrie’s 1st try in first grade! Also, we speak about Ben Hunt’s and Tariq Sims selection in origin, interview Jersey Flegg forward Toby Couchman, wrap up the lower grade results and answer your fans questions. Listen on Spotify, google podcasts, apple podcasts and all good podcast providers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 138Episode 123: ”The Way He Played On The Weekend, It Showed Some Great Potential”
Has the arrival of Cody Ramsey at fullback solved an issue for the Dragons? Hear what the guys have to say about Cody's standout performance plus all of the other big moments from the win against the Warriors. Why has Sullivan been dropped? Are the Dragons too slow in the middle? Plus, Is the upcoming clash against Canterbury a danger game? Can the Dragons escape with a win? Who needs to stand up? Plus latest news (Bird re-signing, team list review) and fans corner questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 137Episode 122: Max Feagai: ”It definitely gets hard watching the weeks go by”
With back-to-back losses, the boys will attempt to get their season back on track against the Warriors this Saturday. Hear what Jack and special guest, WIN TV journalist Corey Hammond have to say about the vital matchup. Max Feagai drops by for a chat and talks to the lads about his mental battle with injuries, why centre is his best spot, Hook Griffin, his goals and an insight into the club. Plus we recap the side named, answer your fans questions and take a look at the lower grades. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 136Episode 121: ”We Are A Middle Of The Road Side, Sunday Proved That”
Who is hurting after Sunday's loss against Melbourne? Looking for positives? Or some solace? On this week's podcast we are joined by Corey hammond of WIN TV to help dissect that tough loss against Melbourne, and point to whether the Dragons can bounce back this week against the Gold Coast. Elsewhere we discuss the re-signing of Jack Bird and what he brings to the club, talk about the changes made for this week's clash and answer your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 135Episode 120: ”I Don’t Know If There’s A More Important Player To A Team Than Ben Hunt”
After three straight wins, how are we feeling Dragons fans? In this week's podcast, Jack and Johnny pick apart everything that is happening at the club. We review the nervy win against the Wests Tigers and again point to the brilliance of our captain Ben Hunt. We chat about the number 9 role, Bud Sullivan and Junior Amone, and how impressed we have been with Franky Molo. Plus preview the giant clash against Melbourne. How do we compete? The forward battle and team sections. Also round up the lower grades, latest Dragons news and updates and tackle your fans corner questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 134Episode 119: ”This Is A Game That Will Stick In The Minds Of Dragons Fans”
After a triumphant ANZAC Day victory, who were the stars of the show for you against the Roosters? Listen to this week's podcast to hear the thoughts of Jack and Johnny on a range of topics about the Red V. We bisect the impressive victory against the Roosters and identify who were the star players. We focus on the improvements of the forward pack, with a look at Josh McGuire and Francis Molo. Also, we preview this Sunday's clash with the Tigers, can we break our duck against them? Plus latest news (Su'a and Bird injury updates, Max Feagai news), Lower Grade wrap and we answer your fans corner questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 133Episode 118: Daniel Alvaro: ”The young guys have been great, their attitude is really good”
After the win on Easter Sunday, have the Dragons turned the corner? Or was it a flash in the pan? Hear the boys dissect the exciting win over Newcastle (Suli's big game, Hunt, Su'a and McGuire standout performers) and talk about the off-the-cuff style of attack that we loved so much. Preview the ANZAC Day clash with the Roosters (How do we win? Who are the danger men? What impact will Lomax have?) Plus chat with prop Dan Alvaro, latest dragons news, fan questions and lower grade wrap! #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 132Episode 117: ”The Mail Is That He Coaches The Footy Out Of Players”
Who is to blame of the current woes at the Dragons? Coach? Players? Administrators? All of the above? Tune in to this week's podcast to hear what the lads reckon. Sydney Morning Herald journalist Michael Chammas drops by to talk about his tell-all article on Anthony Griffin. We chat Hook's future, the criticisms, training method's, treatment of young players and lots more. Full review of the loss against Souths (the slowness of our middle, lack of creativity, where does the club go from here?). Preview Sunday's showdown with Newcastle. What needs to change? Who are we relying on? Do the kids return? Plus latest Dragons news, NRLW latest, lower grade wrap and we answer your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 131Episode 116:”This Club’s History Is Failure, It’s In Their DNA”
In a week where the Dragons had one of their most insipid defeats in recent memory, we challenge the thought process of accountability at the club? Who is to blame? Has Anthony Griffin lost the plot with these recent changes? Does it go higher up the chain than the coach? We do a full post-mortem on that disgraceful loss to Parramatta, preview the game against Souths (Is there any hope for us?). Plus NRLW Wrap, latest Dragons news, answer your hard hitting fan questions and round uo all of the lower grade results at the club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 130Episode 115: Jamie Soward: ”I’m very intense and emotional In The Box, I Ride Every Play!
St George Illawarra NRLW coach Jamie Soward stops by the Red V Podcast for a chat about everything NRLW. Elsewhere we give an honest (and at times scathing) review of the loss against Cronulla and back that up with the preview of this week's crunch game against Parramatta (what has to change?). Plus a round up of the NRLW, lower grades (what is happening with our NSW Cup side??), fans questions and latest news about the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 129Episode 114: ”It Felt Like A Victory Was Ripped From Our Hands”
In an extra long episode of the Red V Podcast, we talk about some of the fall out from the latest issues affecting the club. The George Burgess saga, what does it mean for the club? Is there a culture problem? Plus we have a full review of the loss against the Panthers. We chat the positives, the dreadful refereeing decisions and what we can take out of it as fans. Plus preview the clash against Cronulla, latest Dragons news, roundup the lower grades at the club, chat with NRLW player Renee Targett and answer your fans questions! Thanks for your support folks! #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 128Episode 113: ”This Is A Match That The Old Dragons Would Have Lost”
Who is still stoked about the Dragons victory over the Warriors last week? Hear all about the win on this week's podcast as Jack and Pottzy fill you in on what we liked/disliked about the performance. We preview the big match against Penrith on Friday. What do the boys need to do to cause the upset? Who will stand up for the Red V? Plus latest Dragons news (Sims and Bird updates, team list review plus lots more). We answer your fans questions and cover all of the Lower Grade results and team lists. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 127Episode 112: ”I Think That Halves Pairing Will Be Too Classy For Them (The Warriors)
The biggest Red V Podcast of 2022! The boys react to the team list announcement from the club and talk about the omissions of Burgess and Sims. We preview the clash on Saturday against the Warriors and pick out who we think the stars will be? NRLW player Janelle Williams stops by for a chat about the season so far. Plus we cover the latest news, lower grade roundup, NRLW wrap and we tackle your fans questions! #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 126Episode 111: ”You could see the delight in the players faces after the game”
As the Dragons pull out their first Charity Shield win since 2012, the Red V Podcast is on-hand to dissect the result and to bring you all of the very best coverage about St George Illawarra. We have a full match review of the Charity Shield. Who were the stars? Who surprised us? Who locked down their spot in the 17 before Round 1? St George SG Ball skipper and half-back Nicholas Quinn chats with Jack and Johnny about their loss against Manly on the weekend, the sweeping changes made by the district in the off-season, what the captaincy means to him plus lots more. Also we recap the latest news surrounding the club (Illawarra Steelers 40 year anniversary of their 1st premiership match, Johnny Raper farewelled , NSW Cup trial results and 1st grade squad gets a well earned rest. We also recap the NRLW win on the weekend and answer your fans questions! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean Stitcher and all other good podcast providers. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 125Episode 110: ”The Players That We Signed and The Young Guys, Really Put Their Hand Up”
Football is finally here folks! On This weeks Red V Podcast we talk about the Dragons trial victory over Parramatta on Sunday Night. Who were the stars? Who flopped? And who might have nabbed a First Grade spot. We bring you all the latest Dragons News (Fuimoano suspension, Jack Bird testing the open market and lower grade trials wrap). Plus we answer your fans questions and have a full recap of the all the junior rep results from the weekend (Tarsha Gale Cup, Matthews Cup and SG Ball). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 124Episode 109: ”The only motivating I needed was the red and white jumper of St George”
A Red V Podcast that is crammed full of St George Illawarra goodness! On this week's podcast, we chat with Spirit of The Red V author Geoff Armstrong. Geoff reminisces about the careers of both Johnny Raper and Mark Shulman, how they should be remembered and how much the Red V meant to them. NRLW player Kody House drops by for a chat and gives us an insight into the season ahead, what Jamie Soward is like as a coach and her goals for the upcoming season. We also wrap up all of the Junior Rep results and look forward to Round 3, preview the second-row position for the Dragons in 2022, latest Dragons news and tackle your fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 123Episode 108: ”The (prop position) has almost been as contentious as the number 6 jersey at the Dragons”
An absorbing and entertaining Red V Podcast coming at you for this week. Our position preview continues as we delve into the prop position. With plenty of options, who starts in jumpers 8 and 10 for the Red V? George Burgess? Francis Molo? Blake Lawrie? Jack De Belin? We chat about whether the Dragons have the forwards to dominate in the NRL as well as what they need to do differently to last year to have success. Also, we chat with Illawarra Steelers SG Ball Half Trey Barlow about the win over Cronulla, looking forward to this weeks clash, goals, his footballing journey and more. Plus latest Dragons news (Tyrell Sloan called into Indigenous Allstars camp, Jack Bird contract, George Burgess trial news and loads more!) and Fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 122Episode 107: ”If he can stay fit for 2022, I can see a big season for the Dragons”
Who wears the number 7 jersey for the Dragons in season 2022? Does the incumbent Ben Hunt nab it? Or does young gun Jayden Sullivan grab the role? Hear what the boys have to say as we continue our position review, this week looking at the half-backs. We round up the latest Dragons News and Updates with a look at the three Dragons selected in the Indigenous All Stars squad, George Burgess fitness update and junior rep preview. Plus Illawarra SG Ball Captain Travis Barrett-Hancock stops by for a chat with a look to the season opener against Cronulla on Saturday. He also talks about the honour of gaining the captaincy and tells us about his rugby league journey that has led to today. We also answer your fans questions. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean and all other good podcast providers #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 121Episode 106: Andy Raymond: ”I don’t think he can afford another year of playing Jack Bird in 28 different positions”
Here is this week’s Red V Podcast for your listening pleasure! Rugby League broadcaster Andy Raymond drops by for a chat and gives us his honest assessment on player recruitment, if Anthony Griffin is the man for the job, where he thinks the Red V will finish in 2022 amongst a lot more. Plus we continue our position review. This week looking at the Five-Eighth role. Who nabs the number 6 jersey? Junior Amone? Jayden Sullivan? Or does Hook Griffin look outside the box at someone like Moses Mbye? Alongside all of this we wrap up your latest St George Illawarra News (Sloan re-signs, new player signing, NRLW squad update and Junior Rep trials update) and we answer your answer fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 120Episode 105: ”In the past, we haven’t had that strike power, that quality on both sides of the field”
As pre-season rumbles on, we bring you Episode 105 of the Red V Podcast. We continue our position review, looking at the Centre-Three-Quarter position. Who should nab the centre spot opposite Zac Lomax? New recruit Moses Suli? Or one of the talented local juniors waiting in the wings? Plus we talk with the son of a former Dragon, current Illawarra SG Ball second-rower Callum Leikvoll about his footy journey so far. We also dive into pre-season training at Illawarra and the hopes he and his squad has for 2022. We also wrap up St George Illawarra news and answer your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 119Episode 104: ”The combination of Rav and Lomax is going to be vital to the Dragons in 2022”
This week's Red V Podcast! We continue our position review, this week looking at the wingers for the Dragons in 2022? Who will nab the two spots? We run through the latest news (Dragons battling covid dramas, list of lower grade players leaving the club and a quick look at the pre-season trials). Play Part two of our chat with former Steeler Steve Larder and we answer your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 118Episode 103: Steve Larder Part 1: ”Patto got me to move his furniture around on the day of my 1st grade debut!
Happy new year Dragons fans! On The first podcast of 2022, we take a look at the number 1 jersey for the Dragons and preview the fullback position. Who will be taking that spot? We play part 1 of our chat with former Steelers fullback Steve Larder who chats living in the NT, his first grade debut, life at the steelers and lots more. Plus we wrap up your latest Dragons news and answer fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 117Episode 102: Adrian Brunker: ”David (Waite) called me and said, are you ready to re-ignite your career at Saints?
We bring you another interview in our off season calendar as we chat to former St George player Adrian Brunker. Adrian chats to us about his career in Rugby League that has had plenty of up's and downs. We talk his debut for Newcastle, State of Origin in 1992, injuries and poor form at the Gold Coast, Moving to St George under David Waite, Grand Final defeat, Super League and a lot more. We hope you enjoy this week's episode. Have a safe and happy new year. We'll be back next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 116Episode 101: Leo Clarke: Part Two: ”It was probably the only time in my policing career where I thought this could be the end”
Episode 101 of the Red V Podcast drops as we march towards Christmas. We continue our chat with Leo Clarke who delves into many great topics including the 2002 Finals Series, career ending injury, joining the police force (with an in-depth look at Leo's experiences as a 1st responder for the Martin Place Siege). Plus we round up the latest Dragons News (NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg draws released, Moses Mbye thoughts so far on the Red V and St George Illawarra's work in the community). Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and all other good podcast providers so you never miss an episode. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 115Episode 100: Leo Clarke Part One: ”When I was coached at the Dragons it was like I was playing a different sport”
Episode 100 of the Red V Podcast! On this week's episode we are jammed full of St George Illawarra goodness. A wrap up of all of the latest news at the Dragons (including the two-day camp down at Gerringong, Covid scare for the Dragons big 3, junior rep trials and JDB's PNG future). We also play part one of our chat with former Wests and St George Illawarra player Leo Clarke. Leo talks about growing up in Minto, the toughness that rugby league taught him, being dropped by Tommy Raudonikis, First Grade debut, Reserve Grade premiership at Saints amongst a lot more. Plus a full look at your fans questions to round out the show. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 114Episode 99: Chris Guider: ”I Wasn‘t Happy In The City, And That Was Part of My Demise As A Footballer”
On Episode 99 of the Red V Podcast, we continue with our interview series of former players. This week Chris Guider drops by to talk about his career at St George. We talk playing footy in the country, what the feeling was like when he came to St George, Roy Masters, his infamous three grand finals in one day and loads more. Plus we wrap up the latest Dragons news with a look at Matt Nicholson picking up the Jersey Flegg Best and Fairest Award, Josh Kerr’s future, Junior Rep draws released and a quick dive into the Dragons top 30 squad. We also answer your fan questions. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and all good podcast providers. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 113Episode 98: “We were sitting around with the beer flowing, relaxing and then they said you’re on!
As we close in on 100 episodes of the Red V podcast, we bring you a bumper episode full of Dragons news! We talk Jayden Sullivan re-signing, Craig Young as chairman, petition for Kogarah redevelopment amongst many other vital affairs about the club. We conclude our chat with Rod Henniker with part two. Rod talks about his move to the Steelers in 1982, the pockets of joy he was able to experience in a tough initiation, playing under Allan Fitzgibbon and Brian Smith, mid-week footy and what life looks like now for the former teacher! Also wrap up and answer all of your fan’s questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 112Episode 97: Rod Henniker Part One: ”My Dad Said To Me, I‘ve Seen Your Side, You Won‘t Win A Game!
In a slight change to normal programming, we play part one of our chat with former Steeler Rod Henniker. Rod chats about his junior days down in the Illawarra, the influence of his father, moving to Norths in 1979 and his experiences playing alongside Mark Graham. We'll bounce back to our normal scheduled podcasts next week. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 111Episode 96: Michael Carayannis: ”It really has been the wasted decade of the Dragons”
Rugby League journalist Michael Carayannis chats to the Red V Podcast about the expose and deep dive he and others have done on the club over the last week. Mick talks about the start of the St George Illawarra era, culture clashes, uncertainty, success and why the last decade can be seen as an abject failure for the club. Plus we bring you the latest St George Illawarra news (Bird's move to the back row and St George junior development update) as well as answering your fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 110Episode 95: Russell Cox Part Two: ”His white boots didn‘t come into it, the needle didn‘t come in to it, we were hurt”
This week's podcast is stacked full of Dragons goodness! We recap and reveal the 2022 NRL draw and what the early season fixtures mean for the Dragons. Plus talk about the Feagai twins re-signing news as well as some some young lads signing on for the Dragons SG Ball squads. Also we play part two of our engrossing chat with Russell Cox. Russell talks about the 1970's at St George including the infamous 1975 Grand Final and the 1977 Grand Finals against Parramatta. What it was like to play with Langlands and Smith, coaching, post life footy and plenty of entertaining stories! Listen via Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and all other good podcast providers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 109Episode 94: Russell Cox Part One: ”I was dressed and ready to go home, they said no, you‘re not done”
Former St George player Russell Cox drops by the podcast to talk about his career wit the Red V. In our part one chat he talks about playing in the 1971 Grand Final, playing under Jack Gibson and with superstars Graeme Langlands and Billy Smith, being graded by Saints as a 16-year-old and a lot more. Plus latest Dragons news and we answer your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 108Episode 93: Ashton Sims Part Two: ”It still pains me now looking back at it”
One of the biggest offseason episodes we've ever had at the Red V Podcast. In this week's episode we chat with newly appointed NRLW Coach Jamie Soward. Sowie talks to us about how the job came to pass, what he is excited about, how his lack of experience shouldn't count against him and what a Jamie Soward coached side will look like. We continue our chat with Ashton Sims. Ashton delves into the painful years of 2004-2006 and what went wrong for the Red V. Plus he talks highs, lows and leaving the Dragons. Playing test football with Fiji and tells us a little of what he is doing now. Plus we wrap up your latest Dragons news and answer your Fans Corner questions. Listen on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Google and all other good podcast providers. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 107Episode 92: Ashton Sims Part One: ”Stop eating that crap, call your mum, you’re playing first grade this weekend”
Giant former St George Illawarra forward Ashton Sims drops by for a chat on this week’s podcast. In our part one chat, Ashton speaks about growing up in Gerringong and the fight against adversity that instilled tenacity in him that was invaluable throughout his career. He also talks his first grade debut in 2003, playing with his heroes such as Trent Barrett, Shaun Timmins and Lance Thompson, the relationship with fans of the Red V and that famous win against Manly at Kogarah amongst many other things. Plus we bring you the latest Dragons news (George Burgess court update, young guns sign on for Jersey Flegg in 2022 and confirmation of a trio of signed Dragons) and tackle your fans corner questions! #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 106Episode 91: Geoff Armstrong: ”The Red V became a symbol of what St George represents, what sets us apart from other clubs”
In a cracking episode of the Red V Podcast we chat with Author of The Spirit of The Red V Geoff Armstrong. Geoff talks about his love for the Dragons and his first memories as a supporter in the 1970's, how The Spirit of The Red V books have come together, the famous story of Gordon Hart and the 1941 (included in the Spirit of The Red V volume 1), excitement about 2022 under Anthony Griffin and the rise and fall of pioneer George Carstairs amongst many other great yarns. Plus we roundup all of the latest St George Illawarra news (potential signings of Moga and Gosiewski, young players signed up for junior reps and update on George Burgess recovery), finish our position review on the Dragons back-row and also answer your fans corner questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 105The Missing Rings, The 1992 and 1993 St George Dragons, Part Five: The Rise, Fall and Rise Again of St George
In the fifth and final part of the missing rings documentary, we take a journey through the latter part of the Dragons 93 campaign. Upset defeats, semi final success and Grand Final heartbreak are all addressed. We talk that Jason Stevens break, the players response to another Grand Final defeat, and the positives that come from this story. Ultimately the pride and passion has been restored for the St George Dragons. Insights from Noel Goldthorpe, Tony Priddle, Jeff Hardy, Rex Terp, Scott Gourley and Jason Donnelly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 104Episode 90: Peter Coyne: ”I don‘t think I was quite the player Brian was looking for”
On this week's episode with chat with former St George Five-Eighth Peter Coyne. Peter spent two years at the Saints and played in the 1992 Grand Final. In our chat we talk growing up with little brother Mark, success in the Brisbane 1st Grade competition, teething pains in the UK, his time at Saints including that dramatic semi-final against Newcastle and lots more. Plus we bring you the latest Dragons news (Aaron Woods signing), Position Review (front row) and we tackle your fans questions. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 103The Missing Rings, The 1992 and 1993 St George Dragons, Part Four: 1993, A New Dawn
As 1993 dawns on the horizon, The St George Dragons are desperate to make it back to the Grand Final. After the heartbreak of 1992, can they do it again? With new signings in Graeme Bradley and Phil Blake, along with talented juniors Nathan Brown, Jason Stevens, Gorden Tallis and Anthony Mundine, there is renewed hope for the Red V. Hear the big matches and moments that defined the 1993 season, with interviews from Brad Mackay, Jeff Hardy, Noel Goldthorpe and Tony Priddle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 102Episode 89: Michael Weyman: ”Wayne said I‘m going to St George and I want you to come with me”
St George Illawarra Premiership winner Mick Weyman stops by the Red V Podcast to reflect on his career in Rugby League. Mick opens up about the frustrations and anger that plagued him in Canberra, how Wayne Bennett believing in him gave him the confidence needed to star at the Dragons, the injury struggles in 2010 and the amazing feeling of lifting the Premiership in the same season plus why he still loves the Dragons and hopes of returning there in a mentoring role. Also in this week's podcast we recap the latest Dragons news as Craig Young is named the new Chairman of the football club, review the halves position at the club during 2021 and we tackle your fans questions for this week. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 101The Missing Rings, The 1992 and 1993 St George Dragons, Part Three: Semi Final Success & Falling Just Short
St George has glided its way into the Semi-Finals for the first time in 7 years, on the back of some smart game plans, a positive club culture and superb resilience. In the third installment of The Missing Rings Documentary, we focus in on the Semi-Final run that saw the Saints come from the dead, to win back-to-back sudden death matches and achieve a Grand Final Appearance. Plus insights from the players who defied the critics, including Tony Priddle who had the Grand Final week and day from hell and Noel Goldthorpe's revelation that Brian Smith knew the Saints were done at half-time. Included are all the big games from the finals series including the try-less semi final against Newcastle and the dramatic Preliminary Final win against Illawarra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 100Episode 88: ”These kids are going to bring some real excitement and energy to the Red V”
The Red V podcast keeps humming along as we hit you with episode 88! On this week's episode we take a look at the latest Dragons news with a focus on Shalom O'Ofou signing as a Development Player for 2022 and a quick update on Tariq Sims. We review the Fullback, Winger and Centre positions from 2021 and theorize what the 2022 backline will look like. Plus look at some of the highlights from the differents number 1 at the Red V. Alongside this we answer your fans questions with a focus on what us as fans could be doing to encourage the squad instead of criticism. With added sneak peak looks at The Missing Rings and our upcoming chat with Ashton Sims. #redv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 99The Missing Rings, The 1992 and 1993 St George Dragons, Part Two: The Setback and The Comeback
In part two of The Missing Rings Documentary, St George battle a poor run of form that threatens to derail their season, before the ultimate comeback and resilience comes to the surface. Also, hear about how the culture was built and developed at the club on the back of the work done on and off the field by the coaching staff and players. Plus action from all of the big games in the 1992 regular season and insights from the St George players who experienced it, including Scott Gourley, Rex Terp, Noel Goldthorpe, Jeff Hardy, Tony Priddle and Brad Mackay. We hope you enjoy this part two episode with plenty of stories and good memories from 1992. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 98Episode 87: Matthew Elliott: ”Hook understands how to run a club and run a team”
On this week's episode of the Red V Podcast we chat with Dragons assistant coach Matt Elliott, Matt chats the 2021 season, hopes for 2022, what Anthony Griffin brings as a coach and what Dragons fans can get excited about in 2022. Plus we bring you the latest Dragons news and answer your fans questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices