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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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51:00

Steve Mascord on the question of the French...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Independent international Rugby League reporting raconteur, Steve Mascord, gives us the lowdown on which way the pendulum is currently swinging for French involvement in Super League. Who's on which side? Where does the NRL fit in (is 'NRL Europe' a thing)? How does it all play into the discussion of the future size of the competition - 10 teams? 12 teams? 14 teams??? As always in matters European Rugby League, things get existential...Get in touch with the Progressive Rugby League Podcast:

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48:51

Unlucky 13. The Rugby League ban in Vichy France with...

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2025/07/02

The banning of Rugby League in Vichy France continues to intrigue and appal 85 years on. Melissa McMahon, author of Unlucky 13: Amateurism as a weapon of war in Vichy France, joins the pod to discuss how it all went down, the key characters involved and the political and cultural context.There is simply no sporting story quite like it.Drop us a line - progressiverugbyleague@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:27

PRL BOOK CLUB - Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania...

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2025/05/12

It's a real treat to have the OG of Australian journalists with a penchant for foreign affairs named Hamish McDonald, Hamish McDonald on the pod to discuss his fascinating new book Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania.This is a brilliant mix of travelogue, history and political analysis of a under analysed and misunderstood region. The books journeys from Fiji through Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, New Caledonia and finally Papua New Guinea, where this chat mostly focuses.Hamish helps us delve through

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54:36

PRL 31 March 2025 - The Art of Commentary with...

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2025/03/31

ABC commentary doyen, Quentin Hull, joins the pod to discuss the art of commentary. This curious artform is a soundtrack to so many of our lives. Let's get under the hood to better understand how good Rugby League commentary is made, the ins and outs of radio commentary, how TV commentary differs, and the challenges of switching between sports.Plus, Quentin shares a fascinating perspective of the Brisbane sporting landscape and how it compares with Sydney's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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1:00:53

PRL 19 November 2024 - Ray Ahn from the Hard Ons...

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2024/11/18

Hard Ons founding member, bassist, artist and staunch Parramatta Eels fan, Ray Ahn joins the pod to take stock of 40-plus years of the Hard Ons and the travails of being a Parramatta supporter throughout the journey.A really engaging chat encompassing distant memories of Eels glory and not-so-distant Eels heartbreak, all while charting the rise of one of Australian rock n roll's seminal bands.Hard Ons Bandcamp - https://hard-ons1.bandcamp.com/Hard Ons doco trailer -

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1:10:49

PRL 6 November 2024 - State of the UK Rugby League...

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2024/11/06

It's time again to shove the thermometer where it needs to go to take the temperature of Rugby League in the Old Dart as we observe the State of the UK Rugby League Nation 2024.Joining us is a panel (if two guests can be counted as a panel) comprising two fine UK Rugby League minds - Anthony Broxton, author of Hope & Glory: Rugby League in Thatcher's Britain and Gavin Willacy, author of No Helmets Required: The Remarkable Story of the American All Stars and Rugby League Bravehearts: The Official

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41:48

Reboot - PRL Book Club - Plum by Brendan Cowell

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2024/10/21

A reboot from 2022 of a great chat with Brendan Cowell about his novel Plum, which has just been turned into a beaut TV series. Plum is the tale about the turbulent post-footy life of Rugby League great, Peter Lum.Brendan shared what he knows and what he's learnt about footy, fame, concussion, masculinity, the Johns brothers' reading habits and plenty more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:35

PRL BOOK CLUB - Rugby League in New Zealand: A...

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2024/09/03

Rugby League in New Zealand: A People's History is the definitive account of the people and the culture of the great game in Aotearoa. Author and historian, Ryan Bodman joins us to chat about Rugby League's unique voyage in New Zealand, the events that have shaped its trajectory, and how it's faring in the modern day. It's simply a brilliant book - warmly conveyed, thoroughly researched and beautifully produced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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36:23

PRL 15 August 2024 - Behind the Royal Blue curtain of...

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2024/08/14

Newtown Jets CEO Stuart McCarthy joins the pod to give us a glimpse into what it's like running a Rugby League club away from the bright lights of the NRL. What are the spreadsheet tabs that matter? Is it possible to make ends meet? How does a rainy Saturday at Henson Park impact the bottom line? Who came up with the idea for the Beer Footy Food Festival? Oh and how close were we to experiencing the "Western Jets"? There's nothing quite like second-tier sport. And no-one does second-tier sport quite

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48:30

PRL 4 August 2024 - The NRL of the Future with Brad...

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2024/08/04

Time to chat NRL OF THE FUTURE. How do we get from 17 to 20? What shape will the competition take? And what will it mean for Origin, International Rugby League, the NRLW and Super League. NRL.com and International Rugby League's Brad Walter joins us to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:50

PRL 3 July 2024 - Mo-bloody-mentum with Dr Caitlin...

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2024/07/02

Parramatta Eels fans have a difficult relationship with momentum. There's an actual physical limit to how much we can talk about a certain match from a certain year against a certain team with a certain 16-point lead with a certain 10 minutes to go... ...maybe it's time we try understand momentum a little better. Dr Caitlin Fox-Harding joins us to go deep on this elusive sporting concept.Read Caitlin's article in The Conversation -

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54:30

PRL BOOK CLUB: Andrew Webster on The Wolf You Feed -...

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2024/03/13

How on earth does someone stay vital in Rugby League over six decades? What drives a man to continue coaching at the top level at an age when everyone else has either been pensioned off or has had enough?Andrew Webster has written a splendid biography on Wayne Bennett that goes deep on one of Rugby League's most significant all-time figures. The Wolf You Feed - Wayne Bennett, The Man, The Myth, The Mayhem dissects an extraordinary life and explains how family life and family strife shaped the man

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41:06

PRL BOOK CLUB - Paradise Estate by Max Easton

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2023/10/17

Max Easton joins the pod to chat about his new novel Paradise Estate.A sequel to the Miles Franklin-nominated The Magpie Wing, Paradise Estate introduces us to a Hurlstone Park share house, including Rocco, who's making a late tilt at the Italian Rugby League World Cup squad.Like its predecessor, Paradise Estate is a brilliant Sydney snapshot, chronicling the real-life struggles of a generation as it faces up to the brutal reality of an economy and housing market totally stacked against them.And

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39:29

Reboot episode - Professor Megan Davis on deep Rugby...

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2023/10/02

We revisit our November 2021 chat with Professor Megan Davis that hopefully provides a little space and clarity amongst all the Referendum campaign din. All of course wrapped in a loving Rugby League blanket.This is an edited version of the original, which can still be found in the feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:56

PRL BOOK CLUB - Hope & Glory: Rugby League in...

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2023/09/18

Anthony Broxton joins the pod to chat about his thoroughly excellent new book Hope & Glory: Rugby League in Thatcher's Britain.A turbulent period for the country meets an ambitious time for British Rugby League. How did it all come to be? And how can we make sense of it 30-40 years on? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 9 May 2023 - The Rules of Rugby League Engagement...

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2023/05/08

Former NRL referee Matt Cecchin joins us for a special Adjudication Edition of the PRL Podcast.Matt comes out of retirement to ref our specially convened match to help us better understand some of the grey areas of our great game. And in between rulings, Matt thoughtfully reflects on a storied career in the middle.The PRL Podcast takes full responsibility for all whistle sounds within this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 29 March 2023 - William McInnes on Redcliffe and...

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2023/03/28

What does the Dolphins' entry into the NRL actually mean for the character and make-up of South-East Queensland Rugby League?Celebrated Australian author and actor, and Redcliffe Dolphins fan from way back, William McInnes gives us 110% and then some, as he reflects on his personal history with the Redcliffe region, the Dolphins and the old Brisbane Rugby League.William also lays the richest foundation yet seen (by us anyway) for the burgeoning Dolphins-Broncos rivalry. Hosted on Acast. See

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48:16

PRL BOOK CLUB - The Change Room by Matt Elliott

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2023/02/16

We're back for another year! And what better way to kick things off than with a chat with one of the most interesting Rugby League minds, Matt Elliott.We discuss some of the themes of his new book, The Change Room: Play The Game of Your Life and dip into some of his experiences from a lifetime in Rugby League, including some candid reflections from his coaching career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:13

PRL 10 October 2022 - The Koori Knockout at 50, with...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2022/10/10

Three years in the waiting, the 50th edition of the Koori Knockout has been run and won. Bidjigal man Brad Cooke joins us to discuss how it all went down. Plus we chat about how the Knockout continues to evolve, the social dividends it promotes, as well as Brad's memories of some of the all-time great Knockout moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PRL 17 August 2022 - UK Rugby League in 2022: A Pulse...

The Progressive Rugby League Podcast ·

2022/08/17

It's high time we took the pulse of Rugby League in the UK. And who better to place two fingers to its wrist than UK Labour historian and Rugby League thinker, Anthony Broxton from Tides of History.We chat with Anthony about his latest piece, 'Does Rugby League have a gambling problem?', delve into deeper territory on the IMG-led future of the British game, and ponder on the extent to which the UK Labour Party with play the 'Rugby League card' to win back crucial election-defining constituencies

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