As the nation prepares to pay tribute to our service people, we sit down with former 2nd Commando Damien Thomlinson for an unforgettable conversation on survival, perspective, and true toughness. Plus, we break down a massive week in the NRL: the Dragons enter a new era with Dean Young at the helm and Kade Reed set for his debut, Latrell Mitchell’s stunning form, and the mounting injury toll ahead of the State of Origin series. Don’t forget the Billy Slater Podcast every Monday and Stories of Origin Season 5 with Nathan Cleary available Monday 27 April. Six Tackles with Gus is thank to TAB. 01:00 – ANZAC Round: Honouring sacrifice. 06:00 – Latrell Mitchell: Is he currently the best fullback in the game? 09:00 – Injury update: The toll ahead of Origin. 13:00 – The Storm: Are they in danger of missing the 8? 16:00 – Kieran Foran: Coach of the Year contender? 17:00 – Dean Young: The right man to lead the Dragons? 24:00 – Kade Reed’s NRL debut. 28:00 – NRLW Queensland Origin team discussion. 30:00 – Feature Interview: Former 2nd Commando Damien Thomlinson. 44:00 – Round 8 Preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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