Rugby League Guru Podcast

Are the Storm Premiership Contenders?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Storm 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Will the Warriors Improve in 2023?

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Warriors 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Are the Roosters a Top 2 Team?

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Roosters 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

DEEP DIVE: Dyl Brown Extends on a Big Deal

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the breaking news today of Dyl brown remaining an Eel over the next few years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

SuperCoach Draft 2023: Guru X Rubdown Preview

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a SC draft player, Christmas has come early. If you're not, you should be. Coward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

LIVE REACTION: Dyl Brown Signs an 8 Year Deal with Parra

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a great get by the Eels, locking up Dylan Brown for an extended period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FULL AUDIO: Bring Back a Legend: Bulldogs, Broncos, Dragons and Manly

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The full audio from our Bring back a Legend YouTube episode focussed on the Bulldogs, Broncos, Dragons and Sea Eagles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Bring Back One Legend for 23: Bulldogs and Manly

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Which legend of the Dogs and Sea Eagles would you bring back in 2023? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: Suspensions for the Start of 2023

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to all of the suspensions for the start of 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NZ Warriors Best 17 2023

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and the Guru dive into our best Warriors 17 for 2023, this was one hell of a task. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FULL AUDIO: Bring Back One Legend - Tigers, Titans, Knights and Warriors

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty the Waterboy and the Guru discuss which former Legend to bring back for 2023 for each club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

LIVE REACTION: SuperCoach 2023 Positional Changes

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to the positional changes that were announced today for SuperCoach 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Will the Warriors Backline Look in 2023?

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The NZ Warriors have got so many options in their backline that you'll do very well to pick their round one backline, we think it could look something...

Sharks Best 17 for 2023

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our best 17 for the Cronulla Sharks heading into 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NEWS UPDATE: Turbo, New Captains, Gutho Speaks and Papi's Return

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to all of the news stories from the last 48 odd hours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Trbojevic Sent for Scans on Hamstring

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fuck this is a kick in the dick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bring Back a Player From Your Club's History for 2023

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Which Player would you bring back from your club's history for season 2023? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the Cowboys Back Up Their Unbelievable 2022?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Cowboys 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Is The Bunnies Missing Finals a Disaster?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Bunnies 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Can Turbo Turn the Manly Train Around?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Sea Eagles 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Are the Raiders Premiership Contenders?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Raiders 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Will the Broncos Find Consistency in 2023?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Broncos 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Can Burton Lead the Dogs to the Finals?

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Bulldogs 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Can the Dragons Improve in 2023?

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Dragons 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Have The Tigers Solved Their Problems?

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the Tigers 2023 squad, analysing all of the strengths and the weaknesses heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Listener QnA: Beating Penrith, Next Trend and is Loyalty Dead?

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering some questions that have been sent in from listeners at the end of last week, some crackers in here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Full Audio: Parra's Missing Rings - 2001 and 2005

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The full audio of our off-season episode from last week where Matty and the Guru take a deep dive into the Parra Eels missed opportunities in the earl...

INSTA LIVE QnA: Knights Top 8, Rookie of the Year and a New Bromance?

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering all of your questions from our Insta QnA last night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best 13 of Retired Players Over the Last Decade

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cracking bit of content dropping tonight on Guru YouTube, one not to be missed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

202 Transfers: Eels and Panthers

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Eels and Panthers heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Knights and Titans

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Knights and Titans heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Storm and Cronulla

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Storm and Sharks heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Rabbitohs and Cowboys

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Rabbitohs and Cowboys heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Raiders and Manly

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Raiders and Sea Eagles heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

2023 Transfers: New Zealand Warriors

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Warriors heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Brisbane Broncos

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Broncos heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: St George Illawarra Dragons

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Dragons heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Sydney Roosters

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Roosters heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Wests Tigers

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Tigers heading into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023 Transfers: Canterbury Bulldogs

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ins and outs for the Bulldogs headlining into season 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moses Turning Down a Million Dollar Deal?

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Porky pies or are we buying this one? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Best That Never Was...

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This team was the best that never was in my opinion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gold Coast Titans Best 17 2023: What Difference Will Foran Make?

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our best 17 for the Gold Coast Titans heading into season 2023, this team could be big movers if all goes to plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

The Roosters Set Themselves Up for the Future

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A huge re-signing for the Roosters, I'm so excited to watch how this career will play out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

LIVE REACTION: Key Positional Battles - Part Two

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our part 2 review of a great article on NRL.com discussing the key positional battles this pre-season at the non-Sydney teams. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

LIVE REACTION: Key Positional Battles - Part One

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our review of a great article that was featured on NRL.com this week about the positional battles at all the Sydney clubs. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Different Body Shapes in Your Pack

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A cracking question from on of my listeners, Morgan asks why it is important to have different body shapes in your pack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

QnA: Kenty and Buzz, Blues 6 Jersey, Manly 2023 and Penrith Halves

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering questions sent in by you guys this week on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Perfect Halves Combo?

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

These two had it all and were close to the perfect combo as two ball players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Xerri The Canterbury Bulldog

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bronson Xerri has today signed with the Canterbury Bulldogs for season 2024 and 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Audio: The 2015 Broncos

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The full audio of this weeks Off Season Episode focusing on how the NRL and the Broncos would look today if they won the 2015 grand Final? Hosted on A...

The Thurston and Matty Bowen Combo

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What about this combo, one of the all time greats! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Audio: Bunnies 2023 Best 17

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty the Waterboy joins me today to take a deep dive into the Bunnies 2023 season and look at their best 17. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Throwback: Storm All Time NRL Draft Day

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A little throwback to an unreal collar that we did a year or so ago, joining BKR Sport on his YouTube channel to compete in a Melbourne Storm all time...

Latrell the Super Star Ilias and Koloamatangi Coming of Age

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Has Latrell Mitchell become the biggest Super Star in the NRL? How impressive has the rise of Ilias and Koloamatangi been over the last 18 months. Hos...

SC Questions: Shaun Johnson? Hynes Backing It Up? J Brailey?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering all of your SC Questions from our Instagram story earlier this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the Broncos Won the 2015 NRL Grand Final?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and I take a deep dive into how the landscape of the NRL would look today if the Broncos held on and won the 2015 NRL Grand Final. Hosted on Aca...

Who Won the Marzhew and Randall Trade?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Guru and Matty take a deep dive into the breaking news today of Greg Marzhew heading to Newcastle and Chris Randall heading up to the Titans. Host...

Roosters Best 17 2023

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and the Guru take a deep dive into the Roosters best 17 for 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SC Questions: Papi or Turbo? Tariq? Hastings? Sele SZN?

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of answering all of your SC Questions heading into season 2023 of SuperCoach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SC Questions: Ponga or Schuster? Buy Turbo? Dolphins Value?

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answerimg your way too early SC questions today that were sent into the Instagram page over the last 24 hours or so. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Insta Live: Top 8 2023, Dragons Chances, Big Signings and Ponga

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering all of your questions on the Instagram storey last night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News Update: Latrell's Deal, KP's Challenge, Cobbo Impresses and Charnze at 1

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All of the news updates from the last few days in the NRL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the Rabbitohs Lost the 2014 Grand Final?

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How would we remember the 2014 Bunnies and Bulldogs if the score was reversed and what impact would it have on the legacy of all the champions in that...

Full Episode: Unsung Premiership Winning Heroes

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and I take a deep dive into our favourite unsung heroes from premiership winning sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

What if the Bulldogs Won in 2012 and 2014?

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What if the Dogs won in 2012 and 2014? How would that impact the Dogs, the NRL, the Storm, the Bunnies and the careers of some of the greatest players...

Experience Gained by the Young Kangaroos

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don't sleep on the incredible experiences that some of these young Kangaroos have gained over the last few weeks, history tells us that many of them w...

Panthers Predicted 2023 Best 17

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and the Guru take a deep dive into the Panthers and their best 17 for their 2023 season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Listener Questions: Can Penrith Win a Third?

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering all of the Penrith questions that were sent in by you guys this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Question: Bring Back Hunt, SBW or Izzy?

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A cracking question here, which would we bring back to league out of Hunt, SBW or Israel? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Questions: Ponga's Costly Move and Knights Pack Targets

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Could KP's imposition swap cost him an Origin jersey and which forwards should the Knights target? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Ball Playing Forwards - Featuring Jackson Hastings

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The full episode of the Off-Season featuring Jackson Hastings where we talk about our favourite ball-playing forwards of all time. Hosted on Acast. Se...

The Off-Season: Unsung Premiership Winning Heroes

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and he Guru take a deep dive into some of the great unsung heroes from premiership winning sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Listener QnA: Where does Cleary sit as a 7 since 2010?

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Where does Nathan Cleary sit as a halfback from 2010 onwards? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Daine Laurie and Luke Brooks Debacle

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, this was fucked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bulldogs Best 17 for 2023

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty the waterway joins me today to discuss the Bulldogs starting 17 for 2023, this team could be huge movers and shakers in 2023. Hosted on Acast. S...

Deep Dive: Kangaroos Back On Top

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our deep dive into the Kangaroos World Cup triumph, all the highs and lows including a deep analysis of their game against Samoa. Hosted on Acast. See...

Stephen Crichton VS Israel Folau

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does Critter give us Folau vibes at this point of his career? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Origin Eligibility Shit Fight

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This age old debate is up again, I still have no idea what direction this needs to go in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who Makes These Ridiculous Decisions?

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some things in Rugby League are so illogical that they'll blow you away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guru's Player of the World Cup

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who was the Player of the World Cup? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manly 6: Cooper Johns or Josh Schuster?

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cooper Johns has this week joined the Sea Eagles, it's an interesting one as it heats up the race for the 6 jersey at Manly. Schuster or Johns to part...

2006 Flashback - Featuring Jackson Hastings

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a year for International footy 2006 was, some wild scenes through out it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: Kangaroos World Cup Champions

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Guru's live reaction to the Kangaroos World Cup Victory over Samoa, what a great few weeks for Rugby League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Can Samoa Shock the World?

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our full preview of the World Cup Final kicking off tomorrow morning at 3 AM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ricky Stuart Magic: Featuring Jackson Hastings

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 1990 Kangaroo tour was something else, we relive this unbelievable series and talk about one of the best displays of resiliency of all time from R...

INSTA LIVE: 2023 Top 8 Race, Samoa Upset, Roosters Rise and Much More

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Insta live from last night, answering all of your questions and having a general yarn with you all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Kangaroos Name Their WC Final Squad

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Kangaroos have named their squad, I go through the 17 I would pick and why I'd be making one or two changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

2023 Predicted 17's: Newcastle Knights

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty the Waterboy joins me to discuss the Knights in 2023, how will their team line up and where will they finish? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Headline Signings for 2023 and Some Throwbacks

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A throwback to the biggest signings heading into seasons 2013 and 2014 along with our nominated biggest signings of 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Randomised Team Challenge: 2023 World Cup Players

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have a crack at this randomised team challenge based on the players that are competing at the 2023 Rugby League World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

SBW the Superstar

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jackson Hastings joins the Guru and the Waterboy to talk about SBW and his unbelievable career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

LIVE REACTION: WC Team of the Tournament

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to the Team of the Tournament that has been named today from the Rugby League World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

LIVE REACTION: Golden Boot Award Winners

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to the Golden Boot Winners and a quick discussion about where the Golden Boot sits as far as awards in Rugby League. Hosted on Acast....

The Immortals Debate: Featuring Jackson Hastings

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jackson Hastings joins the Guru and the Water Boy to discuss the Immortals and who should be put in next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Has Aaron Schoupp Made the Right Call?

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts on Schoupp's decision to leave the Bulldogs and head up to the Gold Coast Titans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Deep Dive Review: Kangaroos Defeat the Kiwis

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kempy, Timmy and I review the Kangaroos victory over NZ, discussing the biggest moments and some of the coaching decisions that were made. Hosted on A...

Who Won the Hastings Klemmer Trade?

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Big news over the last 24 hours with this trade essentially being a done deal, here are our thoughts on this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Did Madge Make a Mistake With Cheese?

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the bigger questions to come out of the Kiwis loss on the weekend, did Madge make a mistake with Cheese? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Samoa's Special Slice of Rugby League History

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into Samoa's unbelievable achievements at this World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.