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The Progressive Rugby League Podcast

Progressive Rugby League is the thinking fans alternative. What is this thing called Rugby League? Where does it fit in the framework of a 21st century society? If you love rugby league and think "there has to be a better way", this show is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:54

PRL 31 March 2021 - The Life and Times of Ian Roberts

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2021/03/30

The incomparable Ian Roberts joins the pod for a wide-ranging and candid chat about his life in Rugby League and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:54

PRL 17 March 2021 - Mary Konstantopoulos - The Lady...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2021/03/16

Mary Konstantopoulos is The Lady Who (among other things) Leagues, and joins the pod to chat about the lie of the land for women in Rugby League in 2021. How did we get here? What can we do better in the future? And what has Mary's path taught her about the world in which we live? The state of the game for women in Australia is on the agenda. And there's no better time to talk about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:33:59

PRL (VIRTUAL) ROAD TRIP of the French Elite One

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2021/02/20

You are invited on a (virtual) road trip around the grounds and towns of the French Elite One. Yes, it high time we focused on this storied Rugby League institution, so grab a seat as we cruise through the towns, cities and villages of the Elite One with our esteemed French Rugby League guides:Mike Rylance as our driving companionPierre Carcau on life outside the heartlandsRodolphe Pires on his home town of AlbiLaurent Garnier on playing and coaching in the Elite OneSteve Brady on living in Catalans

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56:28

PRL 18 February 2021 - Rugby League and the...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2021/02/17

Dr Heidi Norman joins the pod to give us a bit of a history lesson and help us better understand the societal factors behind some of the big milestones in Aboriginal Rugby League in NSW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:23

PRL 4 February 2021 - Jonathan Liew - Rugby League...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2021/02/03

The Guardian's Jonathan Liew joins the pod from London to help us traverse the UK sporting landscape to try find Rugby League's place in it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:31

PRL Doco Club: Once Were Lions with Tom Magnus

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/11/25

Once Were Lions is a fascinating behind-the-scenes documentary about the 2019 Great Britain Rugby League Lions tour of the Pacific. The film's Director, Tom Magnus joins the pod to give us a glimpse into how it all unfolded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:45

PRL 11 November 2020: Bob Hunter - Toronto Wolfpack...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/11/11

Toronto Wolfpack Chairman and CEO Bob Hunter joins the pod to reflect on his time on the frontline of Rugby League's northern frontier. Growth, promotion, COVID, expulsion - Bob gives an honest account of where it went wrong and what could have been. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:10

PRL 8 November 2020: Mike Meehall Wood: International...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/11/08

Journalist Mike Meehall Wood joins the pod to lay out the case for Private Equity to take International Rugby League to the next level, and to discuss the pros, cons, possibilities and barriers. Plus, how might a private equity investment work for the Super League? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:15

PRL 9 September 2020 - Sylvain Houles: My Best French...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/09/09

Toulouse Olympique coach Sylvain Houles joins the pod to reflect on his life in French Rugby League - rising through the ranks, cracking Super League, representing the French national team and leaping into coaching. PLUS Sylvain shares his best French XIII from his lifetime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:09

PRL 22 August 2020 - Looking Back, Looking Forward:...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/08/21

Rugby League is turning 125! So what can the last 125 years of Rugby League tell us about what we could expect in the next 125 years? Professor Tony Collins joins the pod to help us take on the impossible task of wondering aloud on what may (or may not) happen way down the track. That's right, it's an episode of pure (but hopefully informed) speculation!Tony's new book, Rugby League: A People's History is out through Scratching Shed Publishing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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38:57

PRL 17 August 2020 - The Art of Class War with Lech...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/08/16

Lech Blaine joins the pod to chat about his latest The Monthly essay, The Art of Class War, which tackles Rugby League's relationship with class in Australia, as well as the rise of Rugby League as a prized voting-bloc and what that means for the code's future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:30

PRL 1 August 2020 - The Jamaican Rugby League...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/07/31

Romeo Monteith joins the pod to give us a glimpse into the Jamaican Rugby League experience. From early days learning the game off VHS, to State of Origin Jamaica-style, Romeo steps us through the long winding road that ultimately led to glorious Rugby League World Cup qualification. Plus, Romeo explains how the Reggae Warriors will be preparing for their debut World Cup appearance in the midst of COVID-related uncertainty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:58

PRL 25 July 2020 - Wolfpack Backchat - The word from...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/07/25

The Wolfpack are down, but are they out? Canadian broadcaster and reporter Bryan Thiel gives us the view from downtown Toronto. How did it come to this? Can something be salvaged from the 2020 ruins? Plus Bryan gives us a glimpse into the Lamport experience, the challenges of winning over UK fans, and how Wolfpack fans have taken to Rugby League in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:26

PRL 12 July 2020 - Georgia Hale: Richmond Rose, Kiwi...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/07/12

Richmond Rose, Kiwi Fern and NZ Warrior, Georgia Hale is our very special guest to chat all things Kiwi Ferns; from debuting as a 19 year-old, to the 2019 World Cup Nines triumph and the challenge of wresting the 13s mantle from the Jillaroos. Georgia also gives us a glimpse into what it's like being named Young New Zealander of the Year and the amazing community work that led to her award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:10

PRL 5 July - Stats n stuff - with Liam from Pythago NRL

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/07/04

The world is drowning in data, statistics and information. And Rugby League is not immune. Liam from Pythago NRL joins the pod to help us make a bit more sense of it all. How should we approach the use of data and stats in Rugby League analysis? What are the pitfalls we should avoid? How much faith should we put in statistical modelling? And what are some tips to help us use stats and information more wisely? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:22

PRL 2 July 2020 - Mark Kheirallah and Johno Ford on...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/07/01

What's the latest with Toulouse Olympique in 2020? What's life like for an Aussie plying his Rugby League trade in south-west France? Mark Kheirallah and Johno Ford join the pod to give an insight into how they've handled lockdown, their thoughts on a 2020 return, how a Rugby League Grand Final Day rolls in France, RLWC2021 thoughts, and plenty plenty more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:06:24

PRL Book Club - Heartland: How Rugby League Explains...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/06/13

This one's all about Queensland. We're joined by Joe Gorman to discuss his book Heartland: How Rugby League Explains Queensland. We go deep on how Rugby League has both reflected and helped shape Queensland over the past 40 years. From the mania around Origin and the rise of the Broncos, to Super League, the Cowboys' coming of age and the contribution of indigenous Queenslanders to Rugby League, Heartland covers more terrain than a Sunshine State road

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34:47

PRL Doco Club: Carolyn Hitt - The Rugby Codebreakers

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/06/06

The Rugby Codebreakers delves into why so many Welsh Rugby Union players 'went north' during the twentieth century to ply their trade in the 13-a-side code. Presenter Carolyn Hitt joins the pod to discuss the doco, the sporting and social context, and the change the release of the film has encouraged. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:50

PRL 4 June 2020 - Maria Recouvreur - Big League and...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/06/03

Maria Recouvreur joins Johnno to talk about the sad demise of Big League, the pressures and incentives changing the face of Rugby League journalism, and the pathway ahead "for the good yarn". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:02

PRL 25 May 2020 - Once More With Feeling(s)

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/05/25

The NRL is back! Big Al is back! Not much more to say is there? Well, sort of... Johnno and Big Al welcome back Rugby League and also provide an announcement - no, an update, on the status of this here little pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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