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Outlawed Rugby League Podcast

Outlawed Rugby League Podcast

By Outlawed Rugby League

So I played a little bit of Rugby League (including some youth internationals) but this isn’t about me! This is about my opinions on the state and affairs of The Greatest Game of All. From everything current, to expansion, to history and a few interviews along the way! Sit back grab a beer and get onboard #Outlawed
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Episode #45 - Paul Cooke, in his own words

Outlawed Rugby League PodcastMar 19, 2023

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Episode #45 - Paul Cooke, in his own words

Episode #45 - Paul Cooke, in his own words

Wow what an episode! Spending an hour and half speaking with Paul Cooke felt like 5 minutes! Just sit back and enjoy this one!
Mar 19, 202301:21:01
Episode #44 - The Patron Saint of Toronto

Episode #44 - The Patron Saint of Toronto

I am back!! I catch up with Andrew from Toronto City Saints ahead of an exciting year for the club. We talk history, future, kits and a bit of rugby league!
Feb 25, 202347:40
Episode #12 - Ladies and Gentlemen Mr Ryan Hoffman

Episode #12 - Ladies and Gentlemen Mr Ryan Hoffman

I caught up with 3 time NRL winner, State of Origin Winner with NSW, Australian international and of course winner of the Challenge Cup with Wigan. None other than Ryan Hoffman. Hope you enjoy this one as Ryan also took the the time to answer some questions from a few listeners of the podcast! Sit back, relax, enjoy and get Outlawed!
Jan 19, 202301:06:54
Episode #43 - The State of The Women’s Game in The UK

Episode #43 - The State of The Women’s Game in The UK

This is an off the cuff episode talking about the women’s game and specifically the Women’s game in the UK and what we can or NEED to do to help it progress
Jun 25, 202234:47
Episode #42 - The Fracture Clinic

Episode #42 - The Fracture Clinic

It’s good to be back! And I’m back with a rant, welcome to the fracture clinic!
Jun 16, 202234:43
Episode #41 - A 2021 sign off

Episode #41 - A 2021 sign off

This is a quick episode with some ramblings about rugby league in between - thank you to everyone who has been a guest on this years podcast and I wish you a positive, healthy and rugby league filled 2022!
Dec 31, 202120:16
Episode #40 - Dapto to Toronto with Blake Wallace

Episode #40 - Dapto to Toronto with Blake Wallace

As we head into December I am joined by Blake Wallace who started his career back home in Australia and it finished abruptly this year in the UK all done via Canada - great chatting with Blake and some really good points made around concussion, so don’t be afraid to reach out!
Dec 01, 202139:52
Episode #39 - The Rantings of a Rugby League Podcaster

Episode #39 - The Rantings of a Rugby League Podcaster

I am back! With episode 39, have you missed me?? In this episode it is just straight off the cuff rants about the past 6 months of Rugby League all squeezed into 30 minutes! Enjoy!
Nov 21, 202129:46
Episode #38 - The Royal Carolinas

Episode #38 - The Royal Carolinas

I catch up with Justin from QCR seeking some answers to the move from Vermont to the Carolinas!
May 08, 202152:36
Episode #37 - The inaugural episode of the Last Pass Podcast - US Women’s Rugby League

Episode #37 - The inaugural episode of the Last Pass Podcast - US Women’s Rugby League

Catch all your info on US Women’s RL over on Twitch and the socials. This is the first ever episode of the US Women’s RL podcast - The Last Pass - Enjoy!
Mar 31, 202151:47
Episode #36 - US Womens Rugby League Live Twitch Episode #1

Episode #36 - US Womens Rugby League Live Twitch Episode #1

An exciting episode as I was lucky enough to be invited to put my two cents into the first ever live twitch episode the state of rugby league with US Womens rugby league. Give it a listen then join us live tomorrow for the next instalment over on twitch!
Mar 05, 202101:23:46
Episode #35 - Don’t get left behind

Episode #35 - Don’t get left behind

In this one I am talking about places that need rugby league and places rugby league needs, this is not a fantasy draft!! This is real life!
Feb 24, 202145:10
Episode #34 - What’s in a venue

Episode #34 - What’s in a venue

There’s a lot going round on social media currently with regard to attendances and venues and is the Grand Final stale? Should the Challenge Cup final move? So I dive right into the heart of it!
Feb 06, 202137:21
Episode #33 - Mr Stuart Fielden

Episode #33 - Mr Stuart Fielden

Getting 2021 off to a bang I am joined by Bradford, Wigan, Huddersfield and Great Britain legend Stuart Fielden! Sit back and enjoy
Jan 09, 202101:19:32
Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight

Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight

Just a quick thank you and sign off for 2020! Here’s to 2021 - thank you!
Dec 24, 202003:34
Episode #32 - So this is Christmas. And what have you done

Episode #32 - So this is Christmas. And what have you done

Something a bit different for this one. I was lucky enough to be invited to be a guest with friend of the show Justin of the Queen City Royals podcast - The Pride of Vermont
Dec 08, 202001:08:08
Episode #31 - Rugby League in Alberta, Canada

Episode #31 - Rugby League in Alberta, Canada

I am joined by Tanya and Lawrence from Alberta Rugby League - both of whom have represented the Canadian national teams - so who better to lead the charge of the Broncos?
Nov 25, 202048:58
Episode #30 - Rugby League British Columbia

Episode #30 - Rugby League British Columbia

I am joined by Shaun from British Columbia Rugby League as we talk positive! Positive for Rugby League in BC and the wider country of Canada! There has never been a better time to get involved in Rugby League in BC!
Nov 04, 202051:37
Episode #29 - The Memorial Bears

Episode #29 - The Memorial Bears

This is one that I have been itching to do since the start of the podcast! And finally I have been able to catch up with Josh Day from the Memorial Bears. Enjoy this one!
Oct 14, 202032:17
Episode #28 - The cousins - Rugby League and Grid Iron

Episode #28 - The cousins - Rugby League and Grid Iron

In the words of Jason Aldean ‘We Back!’ In this episode I am on my own rambling on about the differences and similarities of two sports that I am passionate about and how we could build the footprint of rugby league with the help of American Football
Sep 23, 202034:51
Episode #27 - The Fire Ant Army is coming

Episode #27 - The Fire Ant Army is coming

I am joined by Stuart from the newly formed Harrogate Fire Ants in North Yorkshire! We talk everything rugby league in the town of Harrogate and even includes the first ever give away on the show!
Aug 26, 202034:09
Episode #26 - USA WOMENS RL

Episode #26 - USA WOMENS RL

I am joined by Garen Casey known for his time in the NRL and at Wakefield and Salford, but we’re not here to talk about that! We’re here to talk everything USA Women’s RL! Enjoy this one guys! (Apologies for a little feedback on the audio!!)
Aug 14, 202050:32
Episode #25 - The Crown Jewels

Episode #25 - The Crown Jewels

I am joined by the main man from the Queen City Royals up in Burlington Vermont, Justin Tucker. Justin has a strong sports and management background and we dive deep into everything QCR
Aug 12, 202044:32
Episode #24 - The Myth, The Man, The Mullet

Episode #24 - The Myth, The Man, The Mullet

I am joined by none other than Hull FC stalwart and Tongan international Mahe Fonua. We talk lockdown, 2020, 2 challenge cups and the NRL
Jul 29, 202035:15
Episode #23 - The (North) American Dream

Episode #23 - The (North) American Dream

I jump on for an impromptu episode in the light of the news of the Toronto Wolfpack pulling out of all on field activities for the remainder of the 2020 season.
Jul 21, 202023:29
Episode #22 - Rugby League in the Sunshine State with Nate Gladdin

Episode #22 - Rugby League in the Sunshine State with Nate Gladdin

I am joined by none other than Rugby League in America Podcast’s very own Mr Nate Gladdin. As a Floridian he is here to talk everything Florida Rugby League and how the game is and will develop there. So grab a beer, grab some popcorn and some whiskey and dive into this one!
Jul 18, 202049:11
Episode #21 - A little bit of Q and A

Episode #21 - A little bit of Q and A

Something a bit different for this episode. I put out to my Instagram followers to ask me whatever they liked and I would answer as best I could! So eyes down for question number one....
Jul 04, 202048:00
Episode #20 - Slow Feet Don’t Eat

Episode #20 - Slow Feet Don’t Eat

In this episode I am joined by one of the most exciting athletes in our game right now! An American who has played all over the world and has a massive work ethic! This is his story, from college football, NFL draft and finding rugby league. Monté Gaddis
Jun 21, 202049:19
Episode #19 - From Marine to Hawk to Renegade - David Ulch

Episode #19 - From Marine to Hawk to Renegade - David Ulch

I am joined by USA international and current assistant coach/player of the Lakeland Renegades, Mr David Ulch. We talk everything Rugby League in North America - this one is no interview, it is two guys who love rugby league and are passionate about the development of the game just sounding off against each other, enjoy this one guys!
Jun 07, 202001:31:27
Episode #18 - Longhorns Rugby League - fifth in the pioneer of league series

Episode #18 - Longhorns Rugby League - fifth in the pioneer of league series

In this one I am joined by Matt, Emmet, Matt’s dodgy wifi and his combover in the latest episode of the pioneers of league - rivals to former guests Dublin City Exiles - this Irish duo get rowdy, reminisce, talk all things Longhorns, but mainly talk about Matt’s terrible wifi! Enjoy!
Jun 01, 202048:27
Episode #17 - Glasgow Rugby League - the fourth pioneer of league episode

Episode #17 - Glasgow Rugby League - the fourth pioneer of league episode

I catch up with the founders of Glasgow Rugby League James and Nick as we talk everything from heartland rugby league to the up and coming epicentre of Scottish rugby league with Glasgow RL
May 26, 202040:60
Episode #16 - Who needs gold when you’ve got the Silverbacks! - The 3rd pioneer of league episode

Episode #16 - Who needs gold when you’ve got the Silverbacks! - The 3rd pioneer of league episode

The next instalment of rugby league pioneers and I am joined by not one, not two but three members of the Silverbacks Rugby League Club. Money man Jody, player Anthony Cox and head coach Dave Sweeney - grab a beer and enjoy this one!
May 21, 202001:11:17
Something a bit different

Something a bit different

So not a full episode and you won’t be expecting this coming through your headphones - however I want to show some appreciation to all you guys that listen and let you know where you can contact me! Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and now through email! Stay Outlawed!
May 15, 202002:37
Episode #15 - The North East Pioneer - Robin Peers - the second in the pioneer of league mini series

Episode #15 - The North East Pioneer - Robin Peers - the second in the pioneer of league mini series

In the second episode of the Rugby League Pioneer series I have my good friend Robin Peers - a legend of rugby league in the north east of England and now the north east of the USA - 13 years at Gateshead Thunder and now with the Boston 13s in the USARL - go get it!
May 15, 202045:09
Episode #14 - OAP - Ottawa Aces’ Perez - The first in the Pioneer series

Episode #14 - OAP - Ottawa Aces’ Perez - The first in the Pioneer series

In the first of a mini series of interviews with pioneers of Rugby League from all over the world I welcome along none other than Toronto Wolfpack and Ottawa Aces founder Eric Perez. I had a blast doing this one and Eric truly is a great guy of our great sport, we talk everything rugby league, some you won’t agree with some you will and some will down right piss you off, but he I love it!
May 13, 202056:44
Episode #13 - Outlaws, Sheriffs, Hunters and Cowboys

Episode #13 - Outlaws, Sheriffs, Hunters and Cowboys

So this episode is really important to me and one I didn’t think I’d ever do. Episode 13 was always going to be important given that we are the 13 man code - this one is all about how I would see Rugby League on a professional level in my (current) home town of Nottingham
May 07, 202001:06:16
Episode #11 - The Double Challenge Cup Winning Tongan

Episode #11 - The Double Challenge Cup Winning Tongan

In this episode I am joined by another special guest and a guy who will forever be in the Hull FC history books - former South Sydney Rabbitoh and Tonga international Fetuli Talanoa
Apr 20, 202029:58
Episode #10 - The Geordie That Went Down Under

Episode #10 - The Geordie That Went Down Under

I am joined by former Superleague, NRL, Yorkshire rep and England international as well as current coach of Workington Town - Chris Thorman. We talk everything in Chris’ career, Rugby League in the North East and Rugby League in Cumbria
Apr 14, 202001:00:57
Episode #9 - When the Outlawed met the Exiled

Episode #9 - When the Outlawed met the Exiled

In this episode I am joined by Barry Treanor (Big Bazza) and Alex Duff (Lexi) from the Dublin City Exiles! We talk everything Exiles and everything Ireland Rugby League!
Apr 02, 202032:26
Episode #8 - Up The Aces, New York New York and F**k You COVID-19

Episode #8 - Up The Aces, New York New York and F**k You COVID-19

In this episode it is the penultimate episode in the North American mini series. I put my 2 cents into the launch of the Ottawa Aces and the New York City RL as well as giving a huge middle finger to COVID-19 and the current uncertain times we are all facing.
Mar 23, 202001:01:03
Episode #7 - North American Mini Series #3 - The Year of The Fox

Episode #7 - North American Mini Series #3 - The Year of The Fox

In this episode I am joined by yet another guest from the USARL, Liam who is Head Coach of the Delaware Black Foxes and heading into his first season as coach!
Feb 20, 202001:03:27
Episode #6 - North American Mini Series #2 - The Eagle has landed

Episode #6 - North American Mini Series #2 - The Eagle has landed

In this episode I am joined by John who is VP and Assistant Coach for the Northern Virginia Eagles RL Club. We talk everything NOVA Eagles and USARL
Feb 13, 202051:50
Episode #5 - North American Mini Series Episode #1 - The XFL effect

Episode #5 - North American Mini Series Episode #1 - The XFL effect

This is my first delve into Rugby League in North America as part of a mini series. With so much untapped potential in the Americas what can we do to get Rugby League to break through. In this episode we look at how the XFL has developed and how Rugby League could learn from it
Jan 30, 202047:13
Episode #4 - Vision 2021

Episode #4 - Vision 2021

We’re back with the next instalment as I go in depth about the draws for the 3 Rugby League World Cups in 2021 (Men’s, Women’s and Wheelchair tournaments) #Outlawed
Jan 21, 202037:22
Episode #3 - Western Canada Rugby League

Episode #3 - Western Canada Rugby League

The first episode of 2020 and the first ever guests on the podcast. We welcome along Blake and Josh from the Western Canada RL, to talk everything from West to East in the inaugural East vs West game on January 11th @ Lamport Stadium, Toronto ON
Jan 02, 202035:40
Episode #2 - Happy Holidays

Episode #2 - Happy Holidays

A little insight into my thoughts on Rugby League at Christmas #Outlawed #GetOnBoars
Dec 29, 201924:51
Episode #1 - My 2 Cents

Episode #1 - My 2 Cents

Welcome to the Outlawed RL Podcast - Episode one is a whirlwind and the beginning of something hopefully big! So #GetOnboard and get #Outlawed
Dec 12, 201937:37