Freddy and the Eighth
Episodes
Will Luai's departure derail the Tigers' year
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns as they dissect the fallout of Jarome Luai's departure from the Tigers and becoming the first signing for the PNG C...
The wait is over - Season 5 of Stories of Origin arrives Monday 27 April
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Season 5 of Stories of Origin is almost here, and we’re starting with a massive statement. After a stinging 16-10 loss in game one of the 2022 s...
Johns and Fittler weigh in on the Dragons FIERY SAGA
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns have their say on the recent sacking of Shane Flanagan and the inner turmoil of the St George Illawarra Dragons. The nic...
Mark My Words: "They Can't Run Without Heads!"
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys dive straight into the nostalgia, reminiscing about the old days of dragging heavy 50-meter microphone cords onto the field for post-game int...
The great Ken Sutcliffe joins Freddy & the Eighth!
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NRL legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by legendary Wide World of Sports host Ken Sutcliffe. The male model from Mudgee and the boys rel...
Ponga April Fool's joke gives Joey a HEART ATTACK
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NRL legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Kieran Foran to steady the ship in Manly. What do the Dragons have to do to turn their season around? J...
Brisbane Broncos’ self-destruction has to stop!
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns react to the latest drama coming out of the Brisbane Broncos. Will their internal turmoil ruin their season? Penrith Pan...
Billy Slater: 'Zero intent on Eels hip-drop tackle'
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Eels are rocked with J’maine Hopgood facing a long stint on the sidelines, while the Tigers are dealing with injury chaos and Jarome Luai se...
Freddy & Joey call for HUGE changes at the Sea Eagles!
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Wests Tigers superstar Adam Doueihi this week on Freddy & the Eighth. The boys call for huge changes a...
Campbell Graham in awe of the Rabbitohs' new INSANE line up
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
South Sydney Rabbitohs star Campbell Graham joins the Freddy and the Eighth panel to preview the massive Friday night rivalry clash against the Sydney...
The Offload: NRL’s Vegas Venture Three Years in
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Continuous Call Team is coming to you 7 days a week! Get the news you need to hear with The Offload! Host James Willis and journalist Andrew Webst...
Mark My Words: THE CCT IS GOING 24/7
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For non stop footy updates and insight, Follow The Continuous Call Team wherever you get your podcasts"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...
Koroisau opens up on Tigers’ drama filled season
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Api Koroisau joins Freddy and Joey this week. He reveals what really happened behind the scenes of the Lachlan Galvin departure drama. We look at some...
Freddy & the Eighth's SPECIAL 200th Episode
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the 200th Episode of Freddy & the Eighth, the boys reflect on the FIRST EVER edition of the show with special guest and former host Jam...
Has the Kangaroos jersey lost it’s aura?
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler CLASH over which jersey means more, the Australian or Origin jersey? Winter Olympic silver medalist Matt Graham joins th...
FED UP Joey calls for serious change to ‘dangerous’ tackle
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of Freddy & the Eighth Roosters star James Tedesco joins the show, revealing how last year’s Origin axing surprised him. Joe...
Johns announces MASSIVE NEWS about his future
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are joined by our biggest guest yet! The NSW Premier Chris Minns is in the house to chat footy and his bel...
Legends examine the EXACT reason for the Broncos' downfall
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason for another action-packed week of Freddy & the Eighth. The boys highlight the Brisbane Broncos&rs...
Joey and Freddy’s EMOTIONAL return to State of Origin arena
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Suncorp Stadium Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler take you into the inner sanctum of the sheds and relive running out onto Suncorp Stadium. 30 years ...
NSW Coach reveals MASSIVE halves hint
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On a special episode of Freddy & the Eighth, NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley drops by to chat all things Origin and reveals a massive hint at who the...
Legends hit David Fifita with HARSH TRUTHS
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your favourite duo have survived Magic Round (barely) and are ready to rip into the latest news in Rugby League. Freddy issues a stern message to Davi...
Freddy throws cold water on Moses selection calls
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason as they unpack the latest news in the world of Rugby League. Freddy dismisses claims Mitchell Moses s...
Legends TORCH Lachlan Galvin’s management
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The Legends are disgusted with Lachlan Galvin’s narrative for leaving the...
Do the NSW Blues NEED Nathan Cleary?
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Danika Mason are back for another week! The boys debate who Laurie Daley will select in the halves for NSW. Trent Robin...
Has DCE already signed a new deal with a rival club?
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns believe Daly Cherry-Evans has already locked in a deal with a rival club, who could it be? Special guest, ...
Freddy’s MASSIVE call for Origin overhaul
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rugby League legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns as they break down the week that was in the NRL. Freddy issues a massive call for Origin to be...
Joey’s fishbowl fears over Dylan Brown’s big money move
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are back for 2025, joined by new host the one and only Danika Mason. Joey shares his advice to Dylan Brown a...
Legends ALL-TIME argument over Ponga's selection backflip
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns get in a heated debate over whether Kalyn Ponga should or shouldn’t be made to play for Australia. Freddy ...
Legends pick apart the race for NRL glory
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the beginning of the NRL Finals kicking off this week Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and Mat Thompson break down the ins and outs of week 1 of the Fi...
Legends toss-up which era produced the GREATEST playmakers
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Footy legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns debate which era produced the best playmakers ever! Freddy backs Kevin Walters to continue on as coach of ...
Boys' PRICELESS reaction to Freddy’s VICIOUS high shot
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson for another hilarious edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The NRL legends take a look back at one of ...
Immortal voices FRUSTRATIONS over consultation snub
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a month off the boys are finally back! Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson take a deep dive into the biggest talking points in the NRL. ...
Footy Show Legend Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin joins the boys
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On a hilarious episode of Freddy & the Eighth Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler are joined by Footy Show Legend Paul Vautin as they take a look back a...
Legends take a deep dive into the race to the NRL Finals
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect and analyse the race to the Top 8, Mat Thompson and Brad Fittler blow up about the state of park f...
Legends EXCITED by X-Factor fueled NSW side
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Latrell Mitchell's & Mitchell Moses' 'X-Factor' abilities to win Game II for NSW. Joey Believes Connor Watson c...
An Immortal’s PATIENT PLEA to talented Tiger cub
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns issues a HUGE piece of advice for phenom Lachlan Galvin as he reaches a crossroads in his young career. NRL Legend Br...
Freddy still haunted by nightmare Origin penalty
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former NSW coach Brad Fittler doesn’t hold anything back when reflecting on Game 1 of last year’s State of Origin series. The NRL legend calls out...
Legends build their perfect NSW Blues side
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns collaborate on their ultimate NSW Blues lineup for State of Origin Game 1. The footy masterminds debate history vs form,...
Legend picks shock Blues pairing ahead of Origin Game 1
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former NSW Blues players Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns name the curveball halves they'd pick for State of Origin after NSW's horror run with injuries....
Legend SLAMS disloyal young players and managers
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler is joined by The Big Marn himself, Darryl Brohman & host Mat Thompson. The NRL legends explore the scary possibility of David Fifita'...
Why an Immortal believes Bennett will choose Eels over Souths
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the dismissal of Jason Demetriou from the South Sydney Rabbitohs everyone is speculating that Wayne Bennett will fill the void, but the Eighth Im...
Legends disagree over 'embarrassing' tunnel fight
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns butt heads over the punch-on debate, but both legends agree that the niggling antics in modern-day footy is an ‘embarr...
Fisher-Harris' bombshell news ROCKS Freddy & the Eighth
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers ...
'Lazy' Souths have more issues than just Latrell Mitchell
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Sydney Morning Herald Sports Reporter Michael Chammas and host Mat Thompson as they dive into ...
Freddy's inside stories of the INSANE 1991 PNG tour
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson for another weird and wonderful episode of Freddy and the Eighth. Freddy and Joey look back on s...
Immortal backs Walker for Origin as injury ward grows
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With 70 days until Origin I Andrew Johns has called for Cody Walker to be the NSW five-eighth if an injured Mitch Moses can't play. Alongside Brad Fit...
Legends pass judgement over the Round 1 winners & losers
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NRL legend Brad Fittler and Immortal Andrew Johns laugh & compliment Ricky Stuart's attempt to inspire the Canberra Raiders by channeling his inne...
No place in today's game: Freddy rejects footy's old ways
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler has slammed the old-school attitudes in rugby league after Rooster Spencer Leniu was accused of directing a racial slur towards Bronco Ez...
Why Joey can't join Vegas troublemakers ahead of NRL opener
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are back for the 2024 NRL season, as they preview an epic weekend in Vegas! Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys name t...
Legends weigh in on the ‘game of the weekend’
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns analyse how the Storm and Warriors need to play to defeat the two favourites of the prelims, the Panthers and Broncos. J...
Legends decide where the juggernauts win the Grand Final
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect the key areas where Panthers and Broncos come out on top, as the two powerhouses enter the preliminary finals as...
The ultimate NRL finals preview
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns preview the blockbuster matches ahead in Finals Week 1, and relive their own Grand Final experiences. We put a 'commenta...
Should natural justice be handled on-field instead of the judiciary?
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to bring back the biff? Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler question if dog shots and high tackles should be settled on field by the players, or ...
Legends question what's really happening at Souths
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns unpack what's really going on behind closed doors at South Sydney, as our special guest details how the club split from ...
Boys bemoan what could have been as Pangai Junior retires
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns bemoan what could have been for Tevita Pangai Junior as the talented Bulldog retires from league to pursue boxing. The b...
Which past hero does your team need to win a Premiership?
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns select the league legends they'd like to inject into the current top 8 sides, to cover what the NRL's strongest teams mi...
Andrew Johns opens up on measures to combat CTE
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns reflect on friend Wally Lewis' likely CTE diagnosis, share their own concerns, and reveal the NRL's actions to combat th...
Legends clash over Luai's ability to carry next team
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does Jarome Luai have the starpower to be a one-man show? Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns clash over his ability to lift a team onto his shoulders, if h...
The ins and outs on the race to the finals
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Lawrence is joined by Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns to dissect the race to the Top 8, unpack the problem at the Tigers, and preview the 2023 NRLW...
Blues legend admits Queensland superiority
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The eighth immortal Andrew Johns is joined by NSW Sky Blues player Millie Boyle for a special edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The pair chat everyt...
Joey believes DCE's future holds key to Brooks move
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler and the eight Immortal Andrew Johns as they make sense of the major signings at the Manly Sea Eagles. Mark Hughes dr...
Johns likens Maroons spine to the dynasty days
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Johns has made a huge call for the Maroons' spine for Origin Game II as Cameron Munster comes off an 'out of this world' performance. Alongside...
Halfback shortlist has Johns stumped
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Freddy and The Eighth... The shortlist for Nathan Cleary's Blues jersey has Andrew Johns stumped, as he and Brad Fittler look to finali...
Freddy determined not to repeat Game I defeat
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler is refusing to allow a repeat of last year's Game I loss to the Maroons. Alongside Immortal Andrew Johns, he chats all th...
Joey backs Trbojevic to make call on Blues selection
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Johns reveals his final Blues side for State of Origin Game I, hinting to coach Brad Fittler what to do with Tom Trbojevic, Nicho Hynes and oth...
Boys name the club sides that should have been dynasties
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns look back on the great NRL sides that missed their chance to become a dynasty. Joey sings Wayne Bennett's praises after ...
Boys praise strike power of Premiership threat
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey have identified the new powerhouse of the NRL, as the Panthers suffer back-to-back losses. Is there space for Kalyn Ponga and David Fi...
Legends butt heads on growing NRL in USA
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey have given their takes on kicking off the season in Vegas, as the NRL looks to expand internationally. The boys give their assessment ...
Immortal backs change to Golden Point system
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey have suggested their changes to a lopsided Golden Point system, as teams with kicking specialists reap the rewards. Joey makes changes...
NRL greats fire up over 'trained' hip drop tackles
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey get fired up over the 'trained' hip drop tackles that are putting players in danger after the drama of Round 6. What's Joey's bold sol...
NRL legends not convinced by Broncos hype
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joey and Freddy are back to rip into the biggest talking points from the NRL after one of the greatest ever starts to the season. Two clubs empty thei...
NRL legends fed up with Suaalii media storm
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey are back to break down all the drama from the NRL this week, as the pot keeps getting stirred for Joseph Suaalii, Gus Gould and the Ro...
Legends not fussed by star’s code switch
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey are back to break down the biggest talking points going into Round 3, have the Tigers made the right call to drop David Nofoaluma and ...
How many is too many? Ponga’s career at a crossroads
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey are back to dissect the drama of NRL Round 2, with concern for the long term health of Kalyn Ponga after his latest head knock… The ...
“I’LL KNOCK YOU OUT”
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Panthers’ scuffle has nothing on the boys’ old stories: Freddy & the Eighth. Freddy and Joey are back to recap all things from Round 1 of the ...
Legends torn over lopsided player development
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy, Joey and Thommo are back to preview Round 1 of the 2023 NRL Premiership. The two legends clash over a lopsided player development system, and ...
2023 NRL season preview
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freddy and Joey preview the 2023 NRL Premiership season. Joey makes a bold prediction about the Tigers, and the two legends make some more big calls: ...