Episodios

  • #108: Ashes Ticket Sales, Super League Playoffs & NRL Grand Final Preview with RL Commercial's Rhodri Jones
    Sep 30 2025

    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rhodri Jones, Managing Director of RL Commercial, to discuss the business side of Rugby League and the latest on the field.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • How Ashes ticket sales are progressing
    • The financial boost the Ashes series could bring to Rugby League
    • Updates on the upcoming broadcast rights deal negotiations
    • Reaction to the first week of the Super League Playoffs:
      • Leigh Leopards defeating Wakefield Trinity
      • St Helens beating Leeds Rhinos in a clash that saw a controversial Jon Bennison try
    • Analysis of the NRL Preliminary Finals:
      • Melbourne Storm beating the Cronulla Sharks
      • Brisbane Broncos ending the Penrith Panthers’ streak
    • A full preview of this weekend’s playoff action:
      • Wigan Warriors vs Leigh Leopards
      • Hull KR vs St Helens
    • The Championship Grand Final between York and Toulouse
    • The NRL Grand Final between the Brisbane Broncos and Melbourne Storm

    Packed with exclusive insight, financial updates, and match analysis, this episode delivers the latest on Rugby League both on and off the pitch.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for weekly Rugby League news, Super League analysis, and exclusive interviews from around the game.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #RLCommercial #RhodriJones #AshesSeries #BroadcastRights #LeighLeopards #WakefieldTrinity #StHelens #LeedsRhinos #JonBennison #WiganWarriors #HullKR #York #Toulouse #NRL #BrisbaneBroncos #MelbourneStorm #PenrithPanthers #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #107: Super League Playoffs Preview & Dream Team Reaction + Jason Demetriou to London Broncos
    Sep 24 2025

    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down the biggest stories in Rugby League, from the Super League Playoffs to the NRL Finals and beyond.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • Full preview of the Super League Playoffs and who the favourites are going into the weekend
    • Reaction to the announcement of the Super League Dream Team
    • Predictions for the NRL Preliminary Finals
    • Which players have declared their allegiance to Australia and England ahead of the Ashes series
    • Martyn’s bold proposal for a brand-new Super League Nines competition
    • Jason Demetriou signing as London Broncos head coach for the next three seasons
    • The Broncos’ marquee move in signing Reagan Campbell-Gillard

    With sharp insight and debate on the game’s biggest talking points, this episode is packed with analysis, predictions, and bold ideas about the future of Rugby League.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for weekly Rugby League news, Super League analysis, and exclusive insights from around the sport.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #SuperLeaguePlayoffs #DreamTeam #NRLFinals #JasonDemetriou #LondonBroncos #ReaganCampbellGillard #SuperLeagueNines #EnglandRugbyLeague #AustraliaRugbyLeague #AshesSeries #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #106: Steve McNamara on Life After Catalans | NRL or Super League Next?
    Sep 16 2025

    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Catalans Dragons and England coach Steve McNamara for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about his coaching journey, playing career, and what’s next.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • Steve’s recent trip to Australia and the NRL clubs he visited
    • Whether his next coaching role will be in Super League or the NRL
    • An honest breakdown of what went wrong at Catalans Dragons
    • The highlights of his coaching career and the best players he has coached
    • His candid thoughts on Super League expansion
    • The importance of French Rugby League and whether French clubs are treated fairly

    With rare behind-the-scenes insight, McNamara reflects on the highs and lows of his career and shares his vision for the future of Rugby League.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for exclusive interviews, Super League analysis, and insider discussion from the world of Rugby League.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #SteveMcNamara #CatalansDragons #EnglandRugbyLeague #NRL #SuperLeagueExpansion #FrenchRugbyLeague #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #105: Darren Lockyer’s London Broncos Bid | Could They Return to Super League?
    Sep 9 2025

    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan dive into the biggest Rugby League stories from Super League, the NRL, and beyond.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • RFL Chief Executive Tony Sutton standing down and what it means for the sport
    • Darren Lockyer leading a consortium looking to buy the London Broncos
    • Could former Souths coach Jason Demetriou be a target for the Broncos?
    • Will new investment help the Broncos return to Super League and become a household name in London?
    • Which marquee players are on the Broncos’ radar?
    • The latest at the Salford Red Devils and what their struggles mean for Paul Rowley’s future
    • A full preview of this week’s Super League fixtures
    • Predictions for week one of the NRL Finals

    Packed with analysis, bold predictions, and exclusive insight, this episode covers the biggest stories shaping Rugby League right now.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for weekly Super League news, NRL updates, and in-depth Rugby League debate.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #LondonBroncos #DarrenLockyer #JasonDemetriou #TonySutton #RFL #SalfordRedDevils #PaulRowley #NRLFinals #SuperLeagueFixtures #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #104: Mike Ford on Oldham’s Super League Bid, Expansion & Rugby League’s Future
    Sep 3 2025
    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Oldham Roughyeds Managing Director Mike Ford for an in-depth discussion on the future of Rugby League, Super League expansion, and Oldham’s ambitious rise.🏉 Topics include:
    • Oldham’s bid to join Super League
    • The proposed merger of the Betfred Championship and League 1
    • How Oldham climbed from League 1 to the Championship top four
    • Is the sport ready for a 14-team Super League?
    • Should new clubs get a grace period in Super League?
    • Could Mike tempt his son, England rugby star George Ford, to join Oldham at the end of his career?
    • The future of Salford Red Devils and their ongoing challenges
    • How recruitment uncertainty affects Championship clubs
    • The exciting off-field projects and community growth at Oldham
    • Plans for a brand-new Oldham youth academy
    With exclusive insight from one of Rugby League’s most respected figures, this episode dives deep into the challenges, opportunities, and future direction of the sport.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for more exclusive Rugby League interviews, Super League analysis, and weekly updates from the world of Rugby League.#RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #OldhamRoughyeds #MikeFord #GeorgeFord #BetfredChampionship #League1 #SuperLeagueExpansion #SalfordRedDevils #RugbyLeaguePodcast #YouthAcademy #LeagueExpress


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  • #103: John Kear on Championship Playoffs, Super League Promotion & Lewis Dodd’s Future
    Aug 27 2025

    In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Batley Bulldogs coach John Kear for a wide-ranging discussion on the Championship playoffs, Super League, and the international game.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • How the Championship playoff race is shaping up
    • Which club John believes should be promoted to Super League next year
    • His prediction for the Championship winners
    • Reaction to the weekend’s Super League action:
      • Leeds Rhinos defeating Hull KR
      • Wigan Warriors welcoming back Bevan French and Junior Nsemba to beat Wakefield
    • Who John expects to feature in the Super League Grand Final
    • The proposed merger of the Championship and League 1 competitions
    • The future of Lewis Dodd — will he stay in the NRL, and what advice would John give him?
    • Ivan Cleary’s bold call to rest all of his players for the Bulldogs clash

    With expert insights from one of Rugby League’s most respected coaches, this episode delivers sharp analysis and strong opinions on the biggest stories in the game.

    🔔 Subscribe to the League Express Podcast for more exclusive Rugby League interviews, Super League analysis, and weekly updates from the world of Rugby League.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #ChampionshipRugbyLeague #JohnKear #BatleyBulldogs #LeedsRhinos #HullKR #WiganWarriors #BevanFrench #JuniorNsemba #LewisDodd #IvanCleary #NRL #SuperLeagueGrandFinal #League1 #ChampionshipMerger #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #102: Payne Haas Chooses Samoa, Billy Smith for England | League Express Podcast
    Aug 20 2025

    🎙️ In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down another huge weekend of Super League action and the biggest talking points across the sport.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • Hull KR’s dramatic win over the Wigan Warriors in a top-of-the-table clash
    • How Wigan battled without stars Bevan French and Junior Nsemba
    • Payne Haas choosing to represent Samoa over Australia
    • Billy Smith putting his hand up for Shaun Wane's England side
    • Are Hull KR favourites to win the League Leaders’ Shield?
    • Salford Red Devils vs Wakefield Trinity cancelled – the latest on the situation
    • Martyn shares the latest whispers on which clubs could join Super League in 2026

    From international rugby league to Super League expansion rumours, this episode is packed with analysis, debate, and exclusive insight you won’t find anywhere else.

    🔔 Subscribe now to the League Express Podcast for more weekly Rugby League analysis, breaking Super League news, and insider updates.

    #SuperLeague #RugbyLeague #HullKR #WiganWarriors #BevanFrench #JuniorNsemba #PayneHaas #SamoaRugbyLeague #EnglandRugbyLeague #BillySmith #SalfordRedDevils #WakefieldTrinity #LeagueLeadersShield #SuperLeagueExpansion #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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  • #101: Huddersfield’s Big Mistake? Tim Butcher on IMG, Brad Arthur & 14-Team Super League
    Aug 13 2025

    🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan welcome Rugby League Yearbook author Tim Butcher for an in-depth conversation about the sport’s history and the biggest stories in today’s game.

    🏉 Topics include:

    • The origins of League Express and how Martyn & Tim first launched it
    • What it takes to research and write the annual Rugby League Yearbook
    • Why the Huddersfield Giants changing stadiums could be a costly mistake
    • The Leeds Rhinos re-signing coach Brad Arthur and what it means for the club
    • Which clubs Tim would include in a 14-team Super League
    • His verdict on IMG’s impact on Rugby League
    • Previewing this weekend’s blockbuster clash: Wigan Warriors vs Hull KR

    From behind-the-scenes publishing stories to passionate debates about the future of the sport, this episode delivers history, insight, and analysis for every Rugby League fan.

    🔔 Subscribe now for more exclusive Rugby League interviews, breaking Super League news, and expert analysis from the team at League Express.

    #RugbyLeague #SuperLeague #LeagueExpress #TimButcher #MartynSadler #HuddersfieldGiants #LeedsRhinos #BradArthur #WiganWarriors #HullKR #RugbyLeagueYearbook #IMG #SuperLeagueNews #14TeamSuperLeague #RugbyLeaguePodcast

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