In this episode we chat with Jason Lassey who runs the footyindustryAU account on Twitter as we chat about the proposed NRL broadcasting deal with Channel 9, the secrecy surrounding the facts and figures of the NRL's broadcasting deals, the lack of transparency in regards to the NRL's financial position in recent years, as well as having a chat about the changing face of sports broadcasting in Australia and the NRL's recent expansion in Brisbane. This was a great chat with Jason who has a real passion for the business side of sport. His dedication to tracking down facts ands figures about the business side of sport in Australia is second to none. Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Fergo and The Freak

The Business Side Of Rugby League With Jason Lassey (@footyindustryAU)

In this episode the people that you are listening to will be chatting about the new NRL TV deal with Channel 9, PVL looking to patch holes in the expansion of the competition that was done last week, the weekly Wests Tigers recruitment rants, the passing of legend and Rugby League immortal Norm Provan, and we read out a listener email! This was a long one. You know what Im talking about....  Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

The Chronicles Of Nineia

In this episode the boys talk about St Helens winning the 2021 Super League Grand Final and Toulouse Olympique winning the Championship Grand Final. Then they talk about how so many English supporters when into a full on raging whinge about the lack of away fans French teams in Super League will take to their failing, dying clubs. Then a little about the NRL expansion into far off Brisbane and a little sprinkling of Wests Tigers talk! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Why Won't French People Travel To Pie Shops In Warrington?

In this episode the caped crusaders talk about the Wests Tigers torrent of news over the last 4 days. How the Penrith Panthers are celebrating their Grand Final victory by tearing apart and entire planet, expansion into Brisbane where they will probably enjoy watching Rugby League, plus lots of relevant Rugby League discussion that you won't want to miss! All this in an action packed episode, brought to you in 3D! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

The Wests Tigers And Penrith Panthers Need To Calm Down!

In this episode your heroes look back on a tough 2021 NRL Grand Final won by the Penrith Panthers. They talk about the future of this young side, how this win changes the history of the Panthers club, where South Sydney will be at going into next season, Benji Marshalls future and a whole lot more. Obviously League Freak was in a celebratory mood, but Andrew points out, with indisputable facts, that the real champion is the Wests Tigers.  Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

The Penrith Panthers Are The 2021 NRL Champions!!!

In this episode we look at the clash between the Penrith Panthers and the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the 2021 NRL Grand Final. Key players, the ins and outs, how we think the game will go and our final predictions. We will be recording a review of the game soon after its all done and dusted too, so stay tuned for that! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

2021 NRL Grand Final Preview - The Last Word!

In this episode Nadine joins the podcast to make it an all Penrith Panthers chat ahead of the Grand Final! We talk about how this years buildup is different from last years, what we hope for in the match, how fun it is to be a Panthers supporter right now and our plans for Grand Final day. It is always great fun to have a chat with Nadine! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

An All Penrith Panther Podcast With Special Guest Nadine

In this episode your heroes have a chat about the recent videos that were circulated showing Melbourne Storm players doing something. We don't really know what, but it was something! We have a discussion about the way the media portrays the the Penrith Panthers. Its a little bit weird! We the talk about Russell Crowe and his time as the South Sydney Rabbitohs owner, we read two emails from Newy Ash, and have a general laugh about things only we care about! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Olay Oshay And The Great NRL Cake Bake Off

In this episode we look at the South Sydney Rabbitohs victory over the Manly Sea Eagles, and the Penrith Panthers victory over the Melbourne Storm. We talk about the key moments in both games, speak about Benji Marshall possibly playing his last game in the Grand Final, League Freak talks about his emotions after the Panthers victory and then we wrap things up with a chat about the Reece Walsh situation and Debbie Downers on Twitter! Its going to be a big week on the podcast!!! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

The Rabbitohs And Panthers Are Into The 2021 NRL Grand Final!

In this episode your fearless duo take no responsibility at all for the outcome of this podcast, kinda like the Wests Tigers board and CEO take no responsibility for results! The boys talk about the Dally M's, what does work with them and how they could be improved. There is news about a possible bidder for the NRL broadcasting rights. Plus, we get controversial, and talk about the first person to eat a chicken egg and to drink cow/bull milk. Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Queen Of The Nile

In this episode your two Rugby League experts talk about the Wests Tigers coaching situation, the dramatic finals game between the Panthers and the Eels, great coaches and how good Ricky Stuart was as a player! Also in this episode, League Freak was drunk while Andrew was not. Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Another Wests Tigers Rant!

In this episode the boys talk about the Manly Sea Eagles big win over the Sydney Roosters in the NRL finals series, they also talk about the poor quality of games. Then we move onto the internal review the Wests Tigers are undertaking themselves. Kinda like a self administered pap smear.  We read a listener email, talk a little about the 2000 World Cup, introduce you to a web site full of Rugby League statistics, and much, much more! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

A Potato Review

In this episode League Freak is joined by Elliott Richardson from Rugby League Monthly and 1EyedEel.com to chat about the big clash between the Parramatta Eels and the Penrith Panthers. They both talk about why their teams would lose, and why their teams would win. They discuss the supposed hatred between the clubs which they both contend doesn't actually exist and have a good old chat about the game. Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

The HUGE Eels Vs Panthers Clash With Elliott Richardson From Rugby League Monthly

In this episode we give you our general thoughts on the first week of the NRL Finals series. Who impressed us, who didn't, what we thought of the quality of games and a little look at the second week as well! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Our Thoughts On The First Week Of The NRL Finals Series

In this episode League Freak is joined by Elliott Richardson from Rugby League Monthly and 1EyedEel.com to chat about writing and Rugby League analysis, supporting independent Rugby League content creators, how the Parramatta Eels are traveling this season, and comparing great players from different eras. This was a fun podcast to record and we are sure to get Elliott back on in the next couple of weeks! Follow the boys on Twitter at AndrewRLP and LeagueFreak Visit The Rugby League Project for all your Rugby League statistics and The Official Website Of The Glorious League Freak for all your Rugby League news and opinions. Support the boys on Patreon at Rugby League Project Patreon and the League Freak Patreon! Visit Rugby League Podcasting Network and NRL Rumours as well as NRL Breaking News Last but not least visit the official podcast website at FergoandTheFreak.com #RugbyLeague #NRL #RFL #SuperLeague #NSW #QLD #Sport #Rugby #IntRL #RugbyWorldCup #StateOfOrigin #Origin #RLWC #Podcast #LiveSport #GreatAustralianPodcasts #NRLPodcast #SuperLeaguePodcast #RugbyPodcast #SportPodcast #RugbyLeaguePodcast #History #RugbyHistory #InternationalRL #RLWC9s #RedV #ThunderAndLightning #NRLGrandFinal

Elliott Richardson From Rugby League Monthly And 1EyedEel.com

Hosted by Andrew Ferguson and League Freak, the podcast covers different Rugby League topics, from the NRL to Super League, and how they relate to the history of the game.