Bonus Ep: ET Joins Gus for the Ultimate Origin III Preview!
Get ready for a special bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus! Mat Thompson and Gus Gould are joined by NSW Blues legend Andrew 'ET' Ettingshausen for a fantastic trip down memory lane. Hear incredible stories and insights straight from ET himself as they chat about his illustrious playing career, from his early days to his defining moments in Origin and international rugby league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ultimate Origin Decider Preview with a Superstar Guest
Gus dissects the Origin decider and explains why he believes Queensland have enough to question the Blues, listen and find out who he thinks can pull this big moment off. Plus Gus is joined by a surprise former Origin star he used to coach. 00:00 - Welcome Gus’ mail is that all NSW will play The main concern is Payne Haas 03:00 - Queensland Where does Shibasaki’s inclusion rank in terms of surprise selections? Underdogs 09:30 - New South Wales Blues will win comfortably 11:30 - #AskGus Difference between preparing for Game 1 vs Game 3 Wet and greasy conditions on Wednesday night Origin can do funny things to you 29:00 - Special Origin Surprise Guest 59:00 - Ampol Power Sure Origin predictions 1:01:30 - Round 19 preview and tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#AskGus - Important qualities for a coach to succeed.
This week's #AskGus Questions; What are important qualities for a coach to succeed? What position is most important to fill first for the Bears? Is Connor Tracey underrated?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Gus on Papalii selection: “There’s never a bad time to bring experience into Origin”
Gus backs Billy’s Maroon’s Origin selections and reflects on where the Blues went wrong in Game 2. He declares the Dolphins a genuine top-four contender, rates the Warriors’ Barnett injury as a bigger blow than Metcalf’s. Plus, footy’s best venues, NRLW updates, and Round 18 predictions. 00:00 - Welcome 05:30 - Yes No No No No 05:50 - Bulldogs Panthers was game of the year 14:30 - Can Dolphins finish in the top 4 21:40 - No Metcalf = No Warriors premiership 24:45 - Big Papa’s selection is an inspired choice 25:00 - State of Origin Gus on Game 2 Hammer an inspired choice at fullback Gus on bringing back players out of retirement 39:00 - 1992 Origin series 43:00 - Sharks woes 48:00 - Ampol Power Surge Top 3 venues to watch the footy 54:00 - NRLW 57:00 - Round 18 tips 1:04:00 - Australian coaching jobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Six Tackles with Freddy: Origin Decider, Aussie Coaching Ambitions & the One That Got Away
Freddy’s in the hot seat this week, filling in for Gus and joining Mat Thompson to preview the Origin decider and share his thoughts on the Australian coaching job. He also unpacks the Panthers’ dynasty chances, a possible rookie of the year bolter in Isaiah Iongi, and why Selwyn Cobbo needs a cuddle, not a rocket. Freddy opens up about nearly signing with the Eels, playing through appendicitis, and what it was like on tour in England during the World Cup. There’s chat about the Sharks’ halves, Manly’s backline reshuffle with Tommy Turbo, and a bold rule change Freddy would introduce next season. Plus, his proudest Origin debut moment, toughest opponents, and the rivalries that still give him chills. 00:00 - Welcome Special Guest: Freddy! Beanies for Brain cancer Origin decider - any changes? 05:30 - Yes No No Panthers can win a fifth premiership Isaiah Iongi can win rookie of the year Time to change the Sharks halves 11:15 - Selwyn Cobbo contract 15:15 - Manly Sea Eagles 18:15 - Jack De Belin 21:15 - Freddy could’ve been a Parrramatta Eel 22:30 - Fletcher Sharpe 24:45 - Australian coaching job 30:00 - #AskGusFreddy Biggest factor that contributed to QLD Game 2 win? Player Freddy was most proud to give Origin debut to Toughest player to come up against in playing career New rule to implement for next year 38:00 - Ampol Power Surge Top 3 rivalries 41:30 - Round 17 tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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