Freddy and the Eighth

With the dismissal of Jason Demetriou from the South Sydney Rabbitohs everyone is speculating that Wayne Bennett will fill the void, but the Eighth Immortal believes the master coach has another team in his sights. NSW Blues legend Brad Fittler throws his support behind the long kickoff debate and demands the NRL find another way. The Boys share some of their best Alfie Langer stories. Plus, Joey has some unhinged words of wisdom for all the men over 40 years old. All that and more on another weird and wonderful edition of Freddy & the Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 ‘embarrassment’ to the sport. The boys break down what is the true problem with the Parramatta Eels and are joined by a special guest from the Defence Force ahead of a big weekend of ANZAC Day footy. Why Reece Walsh is a marketer’s dream and has a certain Dragon earned himself a spot in the NSW Blues squad? Plus, Freddy reveals a hilarious story from Ricky Stuart’s wedding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers and signing with the New Zealand Warriors. Also on the show, Jamal Fogarty drops in to talk footy, form and the illustrious Freddy & the Eighth medal. The panel take a look at a list of players aged under 22 and who among them is the most talented. Plus, footy and politics, is Joey the future mayor of Newcastle? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 breaking news surrounding the NRL. The Legends rip into the South Sydney Rabbitohs for their ‘lazy’ performances to start the 2024 NRL season. Freddy issues a grim warning for the Sydney Roosters’ chances of making the Top 8. The NSW Blues have a lot of dummy-half options, but Joey names Reece Robson and Api Koroisau as the favourites. Plus, Joey gets a surprise call from Eddie McGuire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 some of the greatest NRL jerseys to ever grace our screens, Freddy recalls the absolute anarchy that went on in the 1991 Kangaroos tour of Papua New Guinea, and Joey gets a surprise call about the state of his old Origin jersey. The boys look at what's making the start of this season so good for the Tigers and where it's going wrong for others, featuring some classic coach sprays. Zac Lomax released from his contract with the Dragons at the end of this year, and what will they do with that big bump to their available finances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Fittler and host Mat Thompson, the boys dissect the injuries across the NRL and the stars that leave the biggest hole. Joey wonders aloud about Easter, eating meat and the Knights mascot that got banned... Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds joins the show ahead of the Queensland Derby, and we add another sport into the Freddy and the Eighth games. Plus, the boys look at Good Friday games over the last few years and preview the Nine and 9Now matches this Easter Long Weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL legend Brad Fittler and Immortal Andrew Johns laugh & compliment Ricky Stuart's attempt to inspire the Canberra Raiders by channeling his inner Ted Lasso. Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys reflect and chat about the biggest talking points of Round 1 of the 2024 NRL Premiership season. They share the biggest sledges they've heard or copped themselves. Plus, another edition of The Freddy & the Eighth Games where Joey can't contain his excitement for his new favourite sport!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Fittler has slammed the old-school attitudes in rugby league after Rooster Spencer Leniu was accused of directing a racial slur towards Bronco Ezra Mam. Alongside Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson, the boys give their take on the Vegas hangover, compare the GOATs of coaching; Craig Bellamy and Wayne Bennett, and question if Melbourne Storm's Round 1 record is finally under threat. There's a brand new, and hilarious segment to commemorate the Olympic Games: The Freddy & The Eighth Games... Plus, a preview of the remaining NRL Round 1 matches, as JT channels his inner Magic Mike! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the next gen players they can't wait to watch, and call out the athletes needing to up their game in 2024. Special guest Danika Mason outs the Vegas troublemakers, and the boys analyse the impact of the small field at Allegiant Stadium. Can the Panthers create a four-peat? Freddy and Joey discuss all that and more, ahead of NRL Round 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Joey and Freddy look through the vault at Grand Final parades of years passed. Who deserves to be named ‘Coach of the Year’? And Does Eddie McGuire remember his first meeting with Joey at the start of his Channel 9 career? And who will be heading to the grand final after week 3? We preview those matches and more on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 hard favourites. Joey relives the emotion of the Knights' incredible win over the Raiders, as Freddy backs the injury-ravaged Roosters to pull a miracle. What were the worst bites, eye gouges and squirrel grips the boys copped? Was Latrell out of line with fans? And who wins the finals in week 2? We preview those matches and more on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns preview the blockbuster matches ahead in Finals Week 1, and relive their own Grand Final experiences. We put a 'commentator cam' on Joey as the Knights get up, grade the teams who missed finals, and unpack the Storm-Broncos hoodoo. What's it like playing your idol in a final? Are the Roosters the bottom 4 smokies? Could Joey be any more nervous for his Knights? We dive into that and more, on Freddy & The Eighth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 if the current review system works. We welcome back Ryan Papenhuyzen, look at the race to the minor premiership, and open up the Rabbitohs and Roosters Book of Feuds! The boys recount their punishment stories as some Bulldogs walk out of training, and preview the Round 27 matches on Nine and 9Now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Sam Burgess. Freddy recounts his escape from a Mexican jail, friend of the show Ryan Papenhuyzen inches closer to an NRL return and the race to finals well and truly heats up. Plus, the boys take a look at the Broncos' roster headache, and preview the Round 26 matches on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 boys name the things they'd like to bring back from old-school rugby league, assess the Bulldogs 2023 season and look at the Knights, Sharks and Eels run-in to the finals. Joey and Freddy name their GOATs of the NRLW as the ladder starts to shape up, and preview the Round 25 NRL games on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 might be lacking. The boys ask what Payne Haas is really worth and question if Broncos should spend their money elsewhere. Sam Burgess gets the nod as head coach of the Warrington Wolves, and the boys list the best young halves in the comp. Plus, a preview of the NRLW Round 4 and NRL Round 24 matches on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the disease. Could the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen deliver Storm a premiership? The boys welcome the star fullback, as the Roosters undergo a review of their coaches, and a Sharks player embarrasses his teammates. Plus, a preview of NRLW Round 3 and NRL Round 23 on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 he decides to leave the Panthers. The boys discuss the last time the Dally M was boycotted over a pay dispute, welcome the return of a dangerous Latrell Mitchell, and assess the damage from a Bulldogs cleanout. Plus, we recap the NRLW, and preview this week's NRL matches on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 season. Could this be the year of the Cowboy? How do the Wests find their footy DNA? And what can we expect in a huge NRLW shakeup, as four new teams enter the competition? Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 21 games on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 everything Origin in the lead-up to Game III. Joey believes Cody Walker will unlock the best out of Bradman. Millie breaks down what went wrong for the Tigers & Bulldogs in their ‘thrashings’. Plus, Danny Buderus and Adam Reynolds drop in for a chat, as we preview all the Round 18 matches on Nine & 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.