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The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War

The Rugby League Digest

The Rugby League Digest"s in-depth investigation of the Super League war Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:35

The Super League War - Chapter 26 - 100-Nil (Part 1)

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2021/03/09

In part one of this chapter we find the ARL and Super League at Federal Court appearing before Justice James Burchett, we discuss both sides' star studded legal teams, the key legal points, Super League trials, sponsor spats, on-field innovations, the success of the World Nines, Andrew unnerving Russell Crowe and much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:06:44

The Super League War - Chapter 25 - Entry Of The...

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2021/02/23

In the concluding installment of this chapter Michael and Andrew discuss the historic Gold Coast Sevens trophy, the fall of the Seagulls era and the meteoric rise of the Jeff Muller era, followed by its equally meteoric fall, we go behind the scenes of a disastrous 1996 campaign, discuss the emergence of Phil Economidis, Legendary footballing lawyer Mike Eden, Jeff Muller's post football career, The UFO hybrid game and much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:13:17

The Super League War - Chapter 25 - Entry of the...

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2021/02/18

In this instalment of the Super League War the RLD analyses the seemingly impossible sporting landscape of the Gold Coast, the rushed inclusion of the Giants in 1988, setting the club up to fail, the Seagulls takeover and subsequent withdrawal, King Wally's reign as captain and coach, endless losses on and off the field, 'Save Our Seagulls', white knight entrepreneurs and much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:05:30

The Super League War - Chapter 24 - The Great Compromise

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2021/02/13

The Rugby League Digest returns with the first instalment of Season Two of 'The Super League War'. In this chapter Michael and Andrew discuss rugby league's propensity for court cases, the tangled three pronged approach to compromise, News Limited's questionable attitude to compromise, the impotence of various stakeholders, the Singleton plan, the naivete of Ken Arthurson, the true nature of Kerry Packer, Optus becomes the sticking point, Super League's launch, Graham Richardson reappears and much

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50:14

Immortal talk

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/11/18

AN emergency pod to discuss Peter V'Landys' bizarre comments regarding the waiving of the five-year Immortal wait period for Cameron Smith. Michael and Andy go over the Immortals concept and some of the contenders at length. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:45

Tom Brock: 40 years of Origin with Joe Gorman, Dave...

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/11/17

The 22nd annual Tom Brock Lecture, presented online on November 9, 2020. This year's lecture was delivered by Joe Gorman, author of the Queensland Premier's Award-winning "Heartland: How Rugby League Explains Queensland". The 2020 lecture was titled "40 Years of State of Origin: the past, present and future of Rugby League's showpiece event", and included a panel discussion with NSWRL CEO Dave Trodden and Blues legend Steve "Blocker" Roach.The Tom Brock Bequest, given to the Australian Society for

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1:28:40

Canberra Case Study with Bevan Hannan

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/11/08

In the final episode of season one of The Rugby League Digest's in-depth investigation into the Super League war, we present a case study on one of the clubs pivotal to the whole affair: the Canberra Raiders. Joining Michael and Andrew is former Raiders media manager and Canberra Times sports journalist Bevan Hannan. Bevan discusses the history of the club from the early struggles through to the glory years, before taking us through Super League intrigue from the inside and outside. Hosted on

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1:13:31

Balmain Case Study with Steven Russo

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/10/20

Master of creative, idiosyncratic Rugby League media and Balmain Tigers obsessive Steven Russo joins Michael to discuss jerseys, retro and the flagging fortunes of the Balmain Tigers in the 1990s. Super League, mergers and the legendary 1980s team are up up for discussion in a wide ranging chat. Don't forget to register for this year's Tom Brock Lecture (via Zoom) at www.tombrock.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:49

Cronulla Case Study with Adam Newman

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/10/06

Michael is joined by Adam Newman, co-host of the-running Sharks podcast SharkCast Radio. Newman discusses the mixed fortunes of Cronulla and their eventual decision to sign with Super League, as well as their prospects for long-term success and survival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:07:10

Parramatta Case Study with David Hunter

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/09/29

Michael is thrilled to be joined by good friend of the show and host of the Hyper Thetic RL podcast David Hunter to discuss Parramatta's journey through the Super League war. From 80s powerhouse embarrassment, the war came at an interesting time for Parramatta, and we go through it all. Listen to Hyper Thetic RL at https://anchor.fm/hypertheticrl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:46

North Sydney Bears Case Study with Nick Campton

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/09/08

The RLD welcomes journalist, and friend of the show, Nick Campton on to share his experiences writingan extraordinary and eloquent long form article on the North Sydney Bears and their stellar teams of the 1990's, we discuss the heart and soul of the club Greg Florimo, Mark Soden, Peter Jackson, Billy Moore, Matt Seers, Nick's Canberra Raiders fandom, background in journalism, and much more. Without hyperbole, Nick's colossal article is one of the greatest pieces of rugby league writing of all time

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1:03:51

Super League: I Was There Case Study with Ian Heads

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/09/01

We are honoured to be joined by the great Ian Heads, making his third RLD appearance to discuss the media fallout from the Super League war. As a longtime league writer for the Herald, Rugby League Week and through his many essential books, Ian had a box seat for some of the most seismic in the game's history, and graciously shares some of his experiences and memories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:06:25

Class Case Study with Lech Blaine

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/08/24

Author of The Monthly article "The Art of Class War" Lech Blaine joins Michael to discuss his wonderful essay and put class in Rugby League into context- where it came from, whether it is still relevant and how it relates to Super League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:19:49

Rugby Union Case Study with Ben Darwin

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/08/18

Former Wallaby prop and Gainline Analytics founder Ben Darwin joins Mick and Andy to discuss Rugby Union in a Super League context, the current problems of the code, as well as some fascinating stories from his life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:05:37

Canterbury Case Study with Nick Tedeschi

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/08/09

It's a Canterbury case study with Bulldogs fan and esteemed Rugby League journalist. We discuss the glory days, Super League and the 1995 season, their modern day woes and, of course, The Filthy Four, with the originator of the term. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:02

International Case Study with Chasing Kangaroos

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/08/02

Michael is joined for a crossover special with Michael Carbone and The Biggest Tiger from the Chasing Kangaroos podcast. We discuss the 1995 World Cup and its ramifications for the future of international Rugby League, as well as reflecting on personal memories on the Super League war and, for the two Michaels, a shared lament on the frustrations of being a Dragons supporter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:21:02

Brisbane Broncos Case Study with Ramy Haidar

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/07/26

Michael is joined by The NRL Economist @Ramy_Haidar for a deep dive into the most successful team of the 1990s, the Brisbane Broncos. In a wide-ranging discussion, we look at their origins, organisational strength, the keys to their on-field success, and yes- THOSE diamond jerseys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:19

An Interview With Tony "The Mole" Adams

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/07/19

With Michael on a well deserved research break Andrew has a highly enjoyable chat with legendary rugby league journalist Tony "The Mole" Adams! Moley discusses his latest book 'Hard Truth' with Todd Carney, Rugby League Week, Greg Alexander, Twitter, the changing nature of journalism, the Super League War, the "lolly shop" Ken Arthurson and John Quayle,Noel Kelly, the World Club Challenge and much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:27:40

The Super League War - Chapter 23 - The Last Winfield...

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/06/17

This is the final episode of season one of The Super League War. It has been an incredible journey through the year 1995 in rugby league. Fittingly, the end of the Winfield Cup era provided us with an enthralling year on the field culminating with a Super League vs ARL grand final. we discuss the season both on and off the field, a wonderful final series and the careers of some legendary players such as the great Terry Lamb. Thank you for listening, we look forward to season two! Hosted on Acast

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1:25:09

Vale Noel Kelly, 1936-2020

The Rugby League Digest presents: The Super League War ·

2020/06/14

The Rugby League Digest joins the Rugby League community in mourning the loss of one of its towering figures, Noel “Ned” Kelly. It was one of the honours of our lives to have the chance to interview Ned at his home back in 2017, and we are re-releasing this interview as a tribute to one of the true greats, and one of the greatest characters. Vale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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