Rugby League Guru Podcast

What is Doueihi Worth?

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An interesting one to discuss, some of the reported amounts are a bit wild at the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Golden Era of Locks?

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are we currently seeing the Golden Era of lock forwards? With guys like Yeo, Murray and Radley trotting around its hard to argue with. Hosted on Acast...

RUMOUR MILL: Hastings and Klemmer Swap?

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts on this rumour that is circulating at the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Junior Paulo Is Clear To Play

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Junior Paulo has been cleared to play for Samoa in this World Cup Final, very exciting news for the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

The Man That Owns The Moment

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Owning the moment has become this guys thing, it's an incredible knack that he has for delivering the big moment on the biggest stages. Hosted on Acas...

LIVE REACTION: Samoa Into the World Cup Final

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a game of Rugby League, unbelievable scenes as Samoa defy the odds and reach their first Rugby League World Cup Final. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

England V Samoa Preview and Predictions

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our full preview and predictions heading into tomorrow mornings clash between England and Samoa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Kangaroos Bounce the Kiwis Out of the World Cup

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our full review of the Kangaroos victory over the Kiwis this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kangaroos V Kiwis Preview

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our full preview of the Kangaroos V Kiwis game tomorrow morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Off-Season: Best English Import Ever - Ft. Jackson Hastings

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jackson Hasting joins the Guru and Matty the Waterboy to talk about the most underrated ball playing forwards of all time. This full ep drops on Sunda...

Schoupp To The Titans: Pros, Cons and Replacements

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts on Schoupp joining the Titans along with the guys that could replace him at Canterbury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

LIVE SUPERCOACH REACTION: 2023 Draw and Finals Matchups

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live SuperCoach reaction to the draw that has been released for 2023, who are the winners and the losers from a SC perspective? Hosted on Acast. S...

LIVE REACTION: 2023 Draw Announced

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The draw for 2023 has just dropped, here is our live reaction! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INSTA LIVE: Dogs 2023, World Cup, Hastings 2023, Reece Walsh and Cowboys 2023.

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The audio from our Instagram live last night answering all of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: 2023 Round 1 Draw

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Guru's live reaction for the draw that has been leaked for Round 1 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part Two: Most Underrated Halves Ever - Featuring Jackson Hastings

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jackson Hastings joins Matty and myself to discuss the best of the rest underrated halves of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Milford and Luai Stand and Deliver

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Samoa led by their halves pulled off one of the great upsets of the 2022 World Cup by knocking over Tonga in the quarter finals. Hosted on Acast. See ...

LIVE REACTION: Junior Paulo Cleared to Play

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some great news this morning, Junior will take on England this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Zealand Battle to a Win Over Fiji

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Kiwis were far from convincing against Fiji, but they found a way to win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are England the Real Deal?

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are England the real deal in this World Cup? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do the Kangaroos Have a Cohesiveness Problem?

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have the key players in the Kangaroos squad spent enough time together on the field? Is this becoming a worry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Is there a Problem with Manu at Fullback?

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sounds crazy, but as a Kangaroos fan I think this is a huge advantage for us coming into this clash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

A Longer Season? Surely Not!

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts on a potential pre-season comp and how the byes will work ins 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Garrick Re-Signs and Dragons Recruitment Woes Continue

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rueben Garrick will remain at manly for another 4 years and it makes you wonder once again what could have been at the Dragons. Hosted on Acast. See a...

NRL Collective Bargaining Agreement

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This situation is seemingly getting a little bit out of hand, interesting to see how this one plays out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

The Off-Season: The Best Hooker Not Named Cam Smith

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The full audio from episode one of The Off-Season featuring Matty the Waterboy and the Guru discussing the greatest hookers ever not named Cam Smith. ...

How Will the Kiwi's Defend Latrell?

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Kiwis will take on the Kangaroos this weekend for a place in the Rugby League World Cup final, the big question for me though is how will the Kiwi...

Samoa Shock the World

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a victory from Samoa, to bounce back from conceding 60 points in the first game and make it to the semi-finals? Incredible stuff. Hosted on Acast...

Tonga V Samoa Preview and Predictions

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our full preview of this clash between Tonga and Samoa tomorrow morning at 12:30 am. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: England and NZ Victories

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to the victories this morning from England and the Kiwis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WC Quarters Preview: England V PNG & NZ V Fiji

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our preview along with all of our predictions heading into tomorrow's two quarter finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: Kangaroos Send Lebanon Home

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to the kangaroos 48-4 victory over a brave Lebanon side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kangaroos V Lebanon Preview

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our preview for the Kangaroos V Lebanon quarter final tomorrow morning including our same game multi for the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Most Underrated Halves of All Time (Featuring Jackson Hastings)

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into some of the most underrated halves of all time, this full episode with Matty, Hastings and myself will be available on Sunday at 4 PM...

LIVE REACTION: Kangaroos 17 VS Lebanon

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to Mal's team that he has named to take Lebanon in the quarter final this Saturday morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Garrick Signs a 4 Year Deal

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Huge breaking news over the last hour or so, Rueben Garrick has made his decision by signing a 4 year deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

DCE named at Halfback?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How on earth has this happened? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Bateman to the Tigers?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rumours circulating today that Bateman could return to the NRL with the Wests Tigers, here are my thoughts on this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Greatest Jerseys of All Time

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matty and I take a deep dive into the greatest jerseys of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News Update: Latrell Speaks, No DCE, Herbie, Hastings and Gildart

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My reaction to all of the news stories from the last 48 hours in Rugby League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guru Gets First Draft Pick: Cleary or Turbo?

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What an afternoon, I've come home with first draft pick for 2023. Cleary or Turbo? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup Quarter Finals Preview

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our quick preview of the Quarter finals of the World Cup coming up next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup Deep Review: Kangaroos on a Mission

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our deep review of the Kangaroos so far in this World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup Deep Review: Kiwis and England

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our deep review of two of the three big teams in this World Cup so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INSTA LIVE: Dolphins, Samoa v Tonga, England, Dragons and Bulldogs Captaincy

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The audio from our Insta Live last night answering all of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will KP Play Fullback or Five-Eighth in 2023?

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest questions heading into 2023, where will KP play? It all comes down to who they sign in my opinion, Garrick seems to be the top prio...

WC LIVE REACTION: Tonga, Samoa and Lebanon's Big Wins

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to the three big games this morning at the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guru's SuperCoach Draft Day Order: Tomorrow is the Day

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest days on the Guru's calendar pops up tomorrow, based on the Melbourne Cup results I will find out where I will be drafting in 2023. ...

Andrew Johns' Unbelievable 2005 Season

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wait until you hear these numbers, you will be blown away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if Michael Morgan never got injured?

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine a world where Michael Morgan never got injured, the outcome for the Cowboys could be unreal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

WC LIVE REACTION: NZ, Aus, England and Fiji Win

29 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to the 4 games so far in round 3 of the Rugby League World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Next Bulldogs Captain?

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This was a tough one, I'm genuinely not sure which direction the Dogs will go in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Jackson: The Toughest Guy on the Field

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a career it has been from Josh Jackson, tough as nails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup Review: Relentless Kangaroos

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our review of the World Cup so far including a deep dive into the Kangaroos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Charlie Staines and Tyrone Peachey Trade

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An interesting trade deal here between the Panthers and the Tigers, we lay all of our positive and negative thoughts out on the table. Hosted on Acast...

Andrew Fifita's Retirement: What A Moment

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Fifita has this week announced his retirement, what a career it has been! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Angus Crichton Staying Put

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Angus has made his decision, as have another two other players from rival clubs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rapid Review: What Did We Learn From World Cup Round 2?

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What did we learn from Round 2 of the Rugby League World Cup? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Greatest Kangaroos World Cup Squad Ever?

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a deep dive into one of, if not the greatest Aussie World Cup squad of all time from the 2000 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

The Off-Season: Guru X Waterboy - Best Hooker Ever Not Named Cam Smith?

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who is the greatest hooker ever not named Cam Smith? The Guru and the Waterboy take a deep dive into all of the options on the first edition of The Of...

INSTA LIVE: WC Blowouts, Katoa Dolphins, Underrated Fullbacks and Magoulias

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We jumped on an Insta Live at lunch time today to answer all of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane Flanagan to the Sea Eagles?

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An interesting story that has broken over the last 24 hours, it had me thinking about the situation that Flanagan has found himself in. Hosted on Acas...

LIVE REACTION: Tonga Defeat A Brave Welsh Outfit

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tonga knocked over Wales this morning by 26 points, it was a good win but I personally think Tonga still have plenty of improvement in them. Hosted on...

Roosters Trio of Signings and Re-Signings

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three signings and re-signings that were made official by the Chooks today, some I love, some I think are very interesting. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

"Told ya Suaalii Is Overrated" - Moron

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I know its a small minority but some of the backlash I'm hearing about Suaalii at the World Cup is insane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

LIVE REACTION: Lebanon's Upset Victory and Samoa's Bounce Back

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reactions to Samoa and Lebanon's victories this morning off the back of losses in Round 1 of the Rugby League World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See...

News Update: Carrigan Upgrade, Manly Targets, Burgess Redfern Return and Jimmy's Home Coming

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All of the news stories rom the past 48 hours and my live reaction to each of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Wins Review: New Zealand, England and Fiji

22 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Reviewing the big wins from this mornings games. Fiji put Italy to the sword, England ran away with it against France and the Kiwi's gave it to Jamaic...

LIVE REACTION: Kangaroos Dominate Scotland

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our review of the Kangaroos domination of Scotland, Fox was the best on ground and a few Panthers laid their claim to be in the Kangaroos best 17. Hos...

Instagram QnA: Behind the Scenes

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Little sneak behind the curtains of us doing an Instagram story answering all of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

World Cup Round 1: What We Have Learnt?

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A team by team analysis of what we've learnt from Round 1 of the Rugby League World Cup so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

LIVE REACTION: NZ Kiwi's Round 2 Starting Line Up

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to the Kiwi's side that has been named for their round 2 clash against Jamaica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

LIVE REACTION: Kangaroos Round 2 Starting Line Up

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My live reaction to the Kangaroos starting line up against Scotland in Round 2 of the Rugby League World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

If Cronk Stayed, Do The Storm Go B2B?

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If Cronk stayed at the Storm instead of going to the Roosters, would the Storm have gone back to back? Potentially even three in a row? Hosted on Acas...

Randomised Squad Challenge: 2023 Teams

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our randomised squad challenge based on 2023 Squads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NEWS UPDATE: Seibold, Fifita, Griffin, Schuster, Fien, and Rhyse Martin

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Updating you on all the news stories from the last 24-48 hours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Lez's League Feature: RL Guru Story

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My feature on the Big Lez's League Podcast last week talking all things Rugby League Guru, Social Media, career avenues and the greatest game of all. ...

World Cup Deep Dive: England Blow Out Samoa

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our deep review of Englands huge victory over Samoa to kick off the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LIVE REACTION: Tonga's Victory Over an Unlucky PNG

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our live reaction to Tonga's victory over PNG, probably the best game of the WC so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INSTA LIVE: Samoa, Kangaroos 7, English Smokeys, Tonga Debutants and Des Hasler

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Answering all of your questions on our Instagram live from the 18th of October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonga V PNG Preview and Predictions

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our preview for tomorrow mornings game between Tonga and PNG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deep Review: Brave Lebanon Beaten by New Zealand

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our deep review of the Kiwi's victory over a brave Lebanon side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deep Review: Ireland and Italy's Round One Victories

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Timmy Williams and I discussing the victories from the Irish and Italian sides in Week 1 of the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Deep Review: Kangaroos Kick Off with a Victory Over a Brave Fiji

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep review of the Kangaroos victory over the brave Fijian side earlier this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deep Dive: Manly, Des Hasler and Anthony Seibold

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into this situation that has unfolded at the Sea Eagles over the last week or so. All of our thoughts on Des Hasler's departure and the po...

Can Samoa Bounce Back?

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coming off a big loss like that it will be very interesting to see how Samoa respond, this could quite possibly be the end of Matt Parish before we kn...

World Cup Day 2 Review: Manu Magic, Lebanon's Brave Fight and Italy's Upset

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our review of day 2 of the Rigby League World Cup, focussing on Joey Manu, Lebanon's bravery, Keary's Ireland performance and Italy's big upset. Hoste...

SC Draft: Where do we Draft Joey Manu in 2023?

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Where will we be drafting Joey Manu on Draft Day 2023? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Day 2 World Cup Preview

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three games coming your way on day 2 of the Rugby League World Cup, lets have a quick look at these games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

LIVE REACTION: England Explode and the Kangaroos Get the Job Done

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first night of the World Cup is in the books, what a first night it was. Are England the real deal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

World Cup Black Book: England and Samoa

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Black Book episode for the two teams opening the World Cup tonight, England and Samoa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

World Cup Black Book: Italy

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Black Book players for Italy during this World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup Black Book: Lebanon

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A young back and a young forward that you probably haven't heard of to watch for Lebanon over the next few weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Guru Rant: Just Name the 17 FFS

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I don't know if anyone cares about this as much as I do, but why on earth are we still naming squads in alphabetical order? Hosted on Acast. See acast...

World Cup Black Book: Greece

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some of our players to watch for Greece in the World Cup over the next few weeks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News Update: Radley, Hasler, Cherrington, Trbojevic, Laurie and Pene

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A news update of all the stories getting around our game over the last 48 or so, along with my reaction to all of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

The Ryan Matterson Debacle

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of the oddest decisions I have seen for quite some time. In the world of Rugby League, that's saying something. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

LIVE REACTION: Des Hasler Sacked

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I can not believe that Manly have made this decision, it really has blown me away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INSTA LIVE: Samoa, 2023 Top 8,Manly Chaos, and Dragons Juniors

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our audio from last nights Instagram live answering all of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content and Sports Journalism

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A clip from the 'Big Lez's League' Podcast that will be dropping next week talking about content creation and my thoughts on sports journalism. Hosted...