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In The Clear NRL Podcast

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The weekly In the Clear NRL podcast, produced by Australian Community Media, covers all the high and lows of every pass, kick and try from the weekend’s games.

Hosted by Chris Boulous and Matt Lawrence, with guests from across the ACM network, the team covers all the hot topics, previews every game and gives their tips for each week.
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Battle for the NRL minor premiership keeps heating up

In The Clear NRL PodcastAug 22, 2018

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The 10 reasons the Roosters can win it all

The 10 reasons the Roosters can win it all

In the Clear NRL podcast co-host and Roosters fan Chris Boulous has outlined the 10 reasons he thinks the Sydney Roosters will defeat the Melbourne Storm in Sunday’s grand final.
Sep 26, 201822:23
The week off will play a big factor in deciding the premiers

The week off will play a big factor in deciding the premiers

The well-rested Sydney Roosters and Melbourne Storm will play in the grand final according to In the Clear NRL podcast co-host Chris Boulous.
Sep 19, 201814:49
NRL Finals Week 2 Preview with In The Clear

NRL Finals Week 2 Preview with In The Clear

Previewing the two big semi finals: Sharks v Panthers and Rabbitohs v Dragons.
Sep 13, 201819:01
NRL 2018 Finals week 1 preview

NRL 2018 Finals week 1 preview

This week Chris Boulous and Andrew Parkinson preview the first finals round.
Sep 05, 201828:42
Round 25: The last chance to find form for the finals

Round 25: The last chance to find form for the finals

Latest episode of In The Clear NRL Podcast
Aug 29, 201833:05
Battle for the NRL minor premiership keeps heating up

Battle for the NRL minor premiership keeps heating up

Latest episode of In The Clear NRL Podcast
Aug 22, 201830:50
Finals football just around the corner ... we're excited!

Finals football just around the corner ... we're excited!

In The Clear NRL Podcast hosts Chris Boulous and Matt Lawrence consider the big clashes coming up in the third last round of the standard season.
Aug 15, 201825:44
The Panthers made the wrong call on Anthony Griffin

The Panthers made the wrong call on Anthony Griffin

In The Clear NRL Podcast co-host Chris Boulous thinks the Penrith Panthers have got it wrong sacking Anthony Griffin just four weeks out from the finals.
Aug 08, 201822:55
‘Panthers need to lift to be contenders’

‘Panthers need to lift to be contenders’

The Panthers title credentials are in question with an injury-plagued James Maloney and out-of-position Tyrone Peachey being hamstrung by a forward pack that isn’t laying a platform.
Aug 01, 201820:50
Technology and rugby league don’t mix

Technology and rugby league don’t mix

There is no need to go to the NRL Bunker for this one – In the Clear NRL Podcast co-host Chris Boulous thinks technology needs to be removed from rugby league.
Jul 25, 201832:16
John Sutton is the best player to never play Origin

John Sutton is the best player to never play Origin

In the Clear NRL podcast co-hosts Chris Boulous and Matt Lawrence have slammed the decision to award outgoing Queensland captain the Wally Lewis Medal for player of the series.
Jul 18, 201824:11
‘Billy Slater didn’t deserve the player of the series’

‘Billy Slater didn’t deserve the player of the series’

In The Clear NRL Podcast co-hosts Chris Boulous and Matt Lawrence have slammed the decision to award outgoing Queensland captain the Wally Lewis Medal for player of the series.
Jul 12, 201822:44
Breaking down the Canberra Raiders

Breaking down the Canberra Raiders

Chris and the boys break down all the Round 17 games and take an in-depth look at the Canberra Raiders' record under Ricky Stuart.
Jul 04, 201822:48
‘The women’s game has taken great strides’

‘The women’s game has taken great strides’

The women’s game is on the rise and not slowing down anytime soon according to In The Clear NRL Podcast co-hosts Chris Boulous and Matt Lawrence.
Jun 27, 201827:51
'Matt Prior is the safe choice’

'Matt Prior is the safe choice’

Matt Prior has been rewarded for three seasons of consistency with selection in the Blues’ team for State of Origin II.
Jun 20, 201829:54
‘Peter Wallace should be a role model for all NRL players’

‘Peter Wallace should be a role model for all NRL players’

Peter Wallace should be remembered as one of the toughest and reliable footballers according to Hawkesbury Gazette journalist Krystyna Pollard.
Jun 13, 201816:10
Don’t write off the Queenslanders

Don’t write off the Queenslanders

While not willing to completely write off a Maroons outfit minus three of its heavyweights, the In The Clear NRL Podcast lads will be backing the Blues to bag State Of Origin game one.
Jun 08, 201813:15
Boys willing to get behind the Blues for Origin one

Boys willing to get behind the Blues for Origin one

While not willing to completely write off a Maroons outfit minus three of its heavyweights, the In The Clear NRL Podcast lads will be backing the Blues to bag State Of Origin game one.
May 30, 201832:43
Insiders tip Broncos to bounce Bennett for Bellamy

Insiders tip Broncos to bounce Bennett for Bellamy

So what's the upshot of Storm coach Craig Bellamy heading up the east coast to take the reins of the Broncos? And how will NSW not win State of Origin I? Just two of the topics discussed during our Round 12 In The Clear NRL Podcast.
May 23, 201840:54
‘Cameron Smith is the greatest’

‘Cameron Smith is the greatest’

The round 11 edition of the In The Clear NRL Podcast was dedicated to the representative football retirement of Queensland and Australian hooker Cameron Smith.
May 16, 201841:37
NSW should have 10 debutants for game one

NSW should have 10 debutants for game one

There could be 10 debutants for NSW in game one on June 6 according to In The Clear NRL Podcast’s Chris Boulous.
May 10, 201823:43
The five Dragons players that must be picked for NSW

The five Dragons players that must be picked for NSW

No less than five St George Illawarra players should be in the sky blue of NSW according to In The Clear NRL Podcast's Chris Boulous, Matt Lawrence and Andrew Parkinson.
May 02, 201836:08
Anzac Day is the ‘best day on the NRL calendar’

Anzac Day is the ‘best day on the NRL calendar’

Anzac Day is the best day on the NRL calendar according to In The Clear Podcast co-host Chris Boulous.
“Outside finals or Origin, the Anzac Day match between St George and the Roosters is the best day of the year,” he said.
Apr 24, 201818:10
Jack deserves his chance to climb the origin beanstalk

Jack deserves his chance to climb the origin beanstalk

If Jack de Belin doesn't get a call up for the 2018 NSW Origin squad, In The Clear Podcast regular Matt Lawrence has declared he'll be calling for an official inquiry.
Apr 18, 201837:11
Braised Bennett and a side order of roast rabbit please!

Braised Bennett and a side order of roast rabbit please!

Bennett v Brown and Roosters v Rabbitohs, just two of the hot topics for discussion in our Round 6 In The Clear NRL Podcast.
Apr 11, 201830:56
Take heed NRL powers that be: you’re killing our game

Take heed NRL powers that be: you’re killing our game

Another week and sadly, not a great deal of quality league to discuss. Such is the way of NRL season 2018. Something's gotta give say the lads during our Round 5 In The Clear NRL Podcast.
Apr 04, 201833:43
Whistle-blowing party poopers, deft Dragons and rank Raiders

Whistle-blowing party poopers, deft Dragons and rank Raiders

Referees ruining matches; Dragons wrecking their opposition; Raiders imploding ... just a sample of the carnage discussed during our Round 4 In The Clear NRL Podcast.
Mar 28, 201831:39
Can Benji lead the Tigers to another successful season

Can Benji lead the Tigers to another successful season

The Wests Tigers are thriving on the back of a composed Benji Marshall says In The Clear boys.
Mar 21, 201832:47
The most anticipated round of the year and Panthers under the microscope

The most anticipated round of the year and Panthers under the microscope

On this week’s In The Clear NRL Podcast, we review round one, talk about the increased penalties in the play ball and give our tips for round two.
Mar 14, 201837:42
We're back for Round 1! In The Clear NRL Podcast

We're back for Round 1! In The Clear NRL Podcast

This week we're back with a brief offseason wrap, full preview for all 16 teams, and our tips to get ahead in round 1 of the 2018 NRL season.
Mar 07, 201849:58
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Goodbye 2017 and looking ahead to 2018

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Goodbye 2017 and looking ahead to 2018

In this final edition for 2017, Conor, Chris and Paul set their expectations for which teams are primed for a better - or worse - NRL season in 2018.
Oct 04, 201743:24
In The Clear NRL Podcast -  Storm v Cowboys, the NRL grand final is here!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Storm v Cowboys, the NRL grand final is here!

Only two remain in season NRL 2017 - who will take home the choccies? The Melbourne Storm or the North Queensland Cowboys?
Sep 28, 201730:37
In The Clear NRL Podcast - What next for Des and the prelim final matchups!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - What next for Des and the prelim final matchups!

There's only 3 games of NRL left in 2017 - who's in the box seat to take the choccys? And what is next for Des Hasler with the Bulldogs set to part ways with their coach?
Sep 20, 201731:38
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Of course it's (not) the ref's fault!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Of course it's (not) the ref's fault!

Two teams are out of the finals, but can't seem to take the blame. Why is this whinging culture so prevalent? In The Clear discusses.
Sep 13, 201737:15
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Maguire gone, Moylan rested and finals fever

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Maguire gone, Moylan rested and finals fever

On this week's podcast, we discuss Michael Maguire being sacked by South Sydney, Matt Moylan being rested by Penrith, and look ahead to the first round of finals matches.
Sep 07, 201727:59
In The Clear NRL Podcast - See ya Loz, a Perth double-header and the final NRL round!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - See ya Loz, a Perth double-header and the final NRL round!

Who's the best fit to replace Laurie Daley at the head of the NSW Blues?
Aug 31, 201742:07
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Henry Hayned!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Henry Hayned!

On this week's podcast the boys discuss Neil Henry's sacking, the lack of dress sense at the RLPA meeting, and the appalling statistics on this year's crowds.
Aug 23, 201738:58
In The Clear NRL Podcast - How do you solve a problem like Jarryd Hayne?

In The Clear NRL Podcast - How do you solve a problem like Jarryd Hayne?

Is Jarryd Hayne worth the media circus he inevitably creates? Conor, Chris and Paul discuss whether the team that takes on the Hayne Plane will ever get what they pay for.
Aug 16, 201746:48
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Souths v St George scheduling stuff-up: who do we blame?

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Souths v St George scheduling stuff-up: who do we blame?

Conor, Chris and Paul want to know who's to blame for the 6pm SCG match in Sydney during round 22, the retro round.
Aug 09, 201736:13
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Injury time, does it fit the crime?

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Injury time, does it fit the crime?

Conor Hickey and Paul Roberts discuss the similarities and differences between a few recent on-field incidents, as well as provide their rundown on the Round 22 games.
Aug 02, 201727:01
In The Clear NRL Podcast - See ya later Soliola!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - See ya later Soliola!

The boys give their run down of the round 21 NRL matches, as well as discuss their views on Sia Soliola's non-send-off.
Jul 26, 201734:29
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Real footy is back!

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Real footy is back!

In this week's podcast we offer our State of Origin post-mortem, and welcome back the NRL's regular season.
Jul 20, 201738:30
In The Clear NRL Podcast - State of Origin decider

In The Clear NRL Podcast - State of Origin decider

We talk Origin ahead of the decider on this week's podcast.
Jul 12, 201727:24
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Salary cap, State of Origin and Rugby League World Cup

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Salary cap, State of Origin and Rugby League World Cup

On this week's podcast, we discuss the salary cap, the State of Origin line-ups and the lead up to the Rugby League World Cup.
Jul 06, 201730:28
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Bring back Saturday arvo footy

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Bring back Saturday arvo footy

In this week's podcast, we discuss Johnathan Thurston's Queensland replacement, whether the NRL should have more games on Saturday afternoon and potential expansion teams.
Jun 28, 201742:21
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Origin II

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Origin II

We talk all things Origin ahead of game two, and quickly give our NRL tips.
Jun 21, 201739:13
In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 15 and State of Origin II preview

In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 15 and State of Origin II preview

Conor Hickey and Chris Boulous are joined by special guest Andrew McMurtry to look over round 15 of the NRL and the second game of State of Origin 2017.
Jun 15, 201740:10
In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 14 Preview

In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 14 Preview

The In The Clear team looks over the coming games for round 14 of the NRL.
Jun 07, 201732:34
In The Clear NRL Podcast - Our Origin 1 preview

In The Clear NRL Podcast - Our Origin 1 preview

The In The Clear boys go through how they think tonight's Origin preview will play out.
May 31, 201721:48
In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 12 and Origin I preview

In The Clear NRL Podcast - NRL Round 12 and Origin I preview

The NSW Blues have finally picked a team capable of beating Queensland in State of Origin game one, at least it has in the opinion of the In The Clear podcasters.
May 24, 201740:14