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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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29:09

PRL Book Club - Rise of the To'a! by 'Alisi Tatafu...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/05/15

The Reading Warrior, David Riley joins the pod explain how the Mate Ma'a Tonga Rugby League team has captured the imagination of Pasifika youth and how MMT's popularity now surpasses that of the All Blacks for many Pasifika kids. David and fellow teacher 'Alisi Tatafu have co-authored a new book, Rise of the To'a!, which combines stories of MMT players with lessons of culture. Oh, and the book is illustrated by MMT legend, Sika Manu! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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32:14

PRL Doco Club: Joanna Lester - Power Meri

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2020/05/08

Power Meri tells the wonderful story of Papua New Guinea's first women's national Rugby League team. Director Joanna Lester joins us to talk about travelling and documentary making in PNG, her experiences in taking the film around the world, and the unfolding legacy of Power Meri across the Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:52

PRL 27 April 2020 - Newtown Jets: The Best of Times,...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/04/26

2020 was looking rosy for the Newtown Jets after a once-in-a-lifetime, never-to-be-repeated end to 2019. Then the 2020 season was cancelled. How did it unfold? What's their financial situation? How can people help the club get through? Jets General Manager Stu McCarthy joins the pod to answer these questions, and also reflect on the best of times and the unique character of the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:28

PRL Doco Club: Adam Hills - Take His Legs

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/04/21

Comedian, TV host and World Club Champion, Adam Hills joins Johnno to chat about his new doco Take His Legs, which follows the Warrington Wolves Physical Disability Rugby League team's tilt at international Rugby League glory. We also go deep on his Rugby League history, what it's like to play Physical Disability Rugby League , chowing down on the Royal hors d'oeuvres and his future plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:37

PRL Book Club - Rugby League: A People's History by...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/04/15

Professor Tony Collins joins the pod to talk about his upcoming book, Rugby League: A People's History. One of the true authorities of Rugby League history, Tony not only gives us the 'what' and the 'how', but importantly, takes us through the 'why', and adds some personal touches along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 10 April 2020 - Toulouse Olympique CEO Cédric Garcia

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/04/09

Toulouse Olympique CEO Cédric Garcia joins Johnno to talk about what the crisis might mean for the French Club. PLUS the NRL to return in May? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:34

PRL 5 April 2020 - Rodolphe Pires - A Life in French...

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2020/04/04

French sports broadcaster, Rodolphe Pires joins us to talk about his life in Rugby League. From growing up in the Rugby League heartland of Albi in southern France, to commentating on some of Rugby League history's most memorable moments across both hemispheres - including Catalans Dragons' famous 2018 Challenge Cup victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:06

PRL Book Club - The Big O - The Life and Times of...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/03/27

PRL Book Club returns with the fascinating story of the life and times of Olsen Filipaina. Author Patrick Skene joins Johnno to step through the eventful career of an international Rugby League titan. More than a simple Rugby League biography, The Big O places Olsen's life and career in the context of changing societies across both sides of the Tasman, and explains how Olsen's struggle helped pave the way for generations of Maori and Pasifika to ply their trade in Australian Rugby League. Hosted on

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PRL 24 March 2020 - Deflation, Sadness and a Little...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/03/23

As Rugby League in Australia faces the unknown, Johnno and Big Al discuss what they'll really miss over the next weeks and months. And while it seems quaint now, we reflect on what we saw over the weekend, and how it made us feel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:18

PRL 18 March 2020 - What comes next?

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/03/17

However the 2020 NRL and Super League seasons proceed, what might it mean for the game, the clubs, the players and we fans? PLUS Johnno painstakingly relives his Rugby League playing debut and Big Al makes light work of an awkward hypothetical. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 11 March 2020 - Physical Cues and Self Isolation...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/03/10

Steve Mascord joins Johnno to chat live streaming, books, life and the Wolfpack. Big Al phones in from self-isolation to check out what's in store for the 2020 NRL season. PLUS the guys check in on all things northern-hemisphere Sweet Baby-related. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 3 Feb 2020 - "How you been, how's the family,...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2020/02/03

Big Al and Johnno pop in to say hello to the new season of Northern Hemisphere Rugby League, reflect on the weekend gone by and dissect the big issues that have resonated over the off-season. PLUS the great Mike Rylance joins us to help welcome Carcassonne to the French-Canadian Rugby League Update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:51

PRL Book Club - Underdogs by Tony Hannan

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2019/12/21

Tony Hannan joins Johnno to talk Underdogs, a book chronicling his experience embedded with the Batley Bulldogs during their 2016 Championship campaign. Not only an inspirational against-the-odds Rugby League tale, Underdogs provides a fascinating snapshot of a region grappling with itself. A tasty mix of sport, identity, culture and politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:08:41

PRL 8/10/19 - SEASON FINALE - The Road to Niche

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/10/07

Our 2019 finale! This week, a first-hand account from Toronto Wolfpack's special day; Toulouse Olympique coach Sylvain Houles joins us to reflect on their season; and The Slug returns to help navigate the big NRL Grand Final and the rest of this crazy-beautiful world of Rugby League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:00

PRL 1/10/19 - Rugby League, My Human Friend

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/09/30

Nostalgia, momentum and the Canberra Raiders; Life as a cheap imitation of a Rugby League Season; The PRL family mourns the exit of Toulouse Olympique; PLUS Reflections and a REAL LIFE Mailbag! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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42:04

PRL 24/9/19 - We Apologise For This Break In...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/09/23

Progressive Rugby League heroes Toronto and Toulouse take centre stage, while Big Al and Johnno wonder who the biggest NRL club in Sydney is, and why? PLUS NRLW, ProgMoms and one helluva Mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 17/09/19 - Common Sense Blindspots

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/09/16

A thrilling week of Rugby League sees the end of a brave run in the Super League, a refreshing series of results in the NRL, and the promise of an immense blockbuster in the Championship. Let's roll. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:34

PRL 10/9/19 - Don't Do This To Me...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/09/09

A week of of dizzying highs and heartbreaking, if inevitable lows. Such is life and such is the lot of your friends in Progressive Rugby League. And Big Al and Johnno wouldn't have it any other way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 3/9/19 - Optimism, Temptation and Rugby League...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2019/09/02

Big Al goes all in on his Wests Tigers, while Johnno wonders if Progressive Rugby League fans have devilish intent. PLUS the end of the line approaches for our PRL Sweet Babies... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 27/08/19 - Cheers For Dogs' Ears

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2019/08/26

The battle for 9th place on the NRL ladder hots up; the cheers of a Rugby League introvert, and the certain kind of special that is the Challenge Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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