Best Martyn Sadler and Jake Kearnan Podcasts (2025)

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#112: Tony Smith on England’s Ashes Defeat & NRL’s Future in Super League 1:02:38

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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Super League and England coach Tony Smith for an in-depth conversation about his legendary career and the current state of Rugby League. 🏉 Topics include: Tony Smith’s reflections on his playing and coaching career The future of Rug…

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#111: Ashes Test Preview + Super League’s New Clubs Announced with John Kear 58:11

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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Pundit and Coach John Kear to preview the first Ashes Test between England and Australia. 🏉 Topics include: Kevin Walters’ team list and why Shaun Wane is yet to name his 17 Predictions for England’s starting lineup What England must d…

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#110: Hull KR Triumph, England Squad Reaction & Mikey Lewis Heroics 49:16

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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down a historic night at Old Trafford as Hull KR are crowned Super League Champions for the first time in their history after defeating the Wigan Warriors. 🏉 Topics include: Hull KR’s Grand Final triumph over Wigan Warriors Mikey Lewis’s heroic Ro…

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#109: John Kear on Super League Grand Final, Ashes & NRL Grand Final 1:08:12

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n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Commentator and coach John Kear to break down a massive weekend in Rugby League. 🏉 Topics include: Super League Playoffs: Wigan Warriors defeat Leigh Leopards Hull KR beat St Helens to set up a thrilling Super League Grand Final at Old …

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#108: Ashes Ticket Sales, Super League Playoffs & NRL Grand Final Preview with RL Commercial's Rhodri Jones 1:05:47

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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 …

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#107: Super League Playoffs Preview & Dream Team Reaction + Jason Demetriou to London Broncos 1:05:38

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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 th…

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#106: Steve McNamara on Life After Catalans | NRL or Super League Next? 1:13:53

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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 visit…

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#105: Darren Lockyer’s London Broncos Bid | Could They Return to Super League? 1:11:10

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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 Coul…

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#104: Mike Ford on Oldham’s Super League Bid, Expansion & Rugby League’s Future 1:03:20

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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 Betfr…

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#103: John Kear on Championship Playoffs, Super League Promotion & Lewis Dodd’s Future 1:04:57

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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 prom…

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#102: Payne Haas Chooses Samoa, Billy Smith for England | League Express Podcast 54:38

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🎙️ 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 Juni…

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#101: Huddersfield’s Big Mistake? Tim Butcher on IMG, Brad Arthur & 14-Team Super League 1:07:42

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🎙️ 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 r…

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#100: “Super League in Crisis or Evolution? Eamonn McManus Talks RFL, IMG & Playoff Hopes” 1:14:35

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🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan sit down with St Helens Chairman Eamonn McManus for an unmissable conversation about the current state and future of Super League. 🏉 Topics covered include: The proposed 14-team Super League expansion for 2025 St Helens' push toward the playoffs Has …

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#99 - League Express - Wakefield Trinity Owner Matthew Ellis joins the show 1:01:50

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wakefield Trinity Owner Matthew Ellis. They discuss Wakefield's rebuild under Ellis, there return to Super League and what the future holds for the club. Matt gives his thoughts on the decision to move to 14 teams, his honest assessment of…

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League Express - Will a 14 team Super League work? 25:06

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In this week's mini episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Super League expanding to 14 teams. They discuss whether it is enough notice for clubs, who will be brought up and whether Salford will remain in 2026.By Martyn Sadler and Jake Kearnan

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#98 - League Express - Gary Hetherington joins the show to talk London Broncos future 39:22

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington to talk the future of the London Broncos. Gary discusses the new direction London are taking, new investment opportunities and whether he supports a 14-team Super League. He discusses what his new role wi…

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#97 - League Express - New RFL Chair Nigel Wood joins the show 1:04:31

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by RFL Chair Nigel Wood. They discuss Nigel's appointment as RFL Chair, Tueday's meeting with club's about the strategic review and what the future of the game holds. They discuss the potential of a 14 team Super League, getting the RFL's fin…

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#96 - League Express - Where does this rank among the great Queensland series wins? + Danny McGuire exits Castleford 58:31

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Queensland's winning the 2025 series win. They discuss where it ranks among the best Queensland series wins of all time, who they thought played the best and discuss the heroic efforts of Cam Munster playing three days after his father passed a…

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#95 - League Express - Were Castleford robbed? + Who missed out on preliminary England squad? 1:04:39

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss whether Castleford were robbed, whether Danny McGuire deserves to be punished for his comments and Catalans impressive display in sweltering conditions. They discuss Shaun Wane's preliminary 32-man England squad, who missed out on the squad and …

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#94 - League Express - Is this the turning point for the Saints? as Warrington struggles continue 1:07:29

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the weekend including St Helens crucial win, Wakefield toppling Wigan and Warrington dropping another match against Huddersfield. They discuss the importance of Warrington winning this weekend over Hull FC, Harry Robertson's …

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#93 - League Express - Were the Queensland Maroons lucky? State of Origin review 58:35

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Queensland's game 2 State of Origin win in Perth. They discuss whether the penalty count was fair, who stood out to them and what they made of Cameron Munsters first match as captain. They discuss Jarome Luai's performance and whether he will b…

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#92 - League Express - Is this just the start for Hull KR? Challenge Cup Finals review 52:48

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley, whether Warrington can bounce back from another major final loss and whether Hull KR can go on to win Super League. They discuss York's gritty golden point win over Featherstone, the Women'…

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#91 - League Express - Who will win the Challenge Cup? + State of Origin review 58:01

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the weekend, last week's State of Origin opener and who they think will win this weekend's Challenge Cup Final. They discuss the rumours around a Tom Trbojevic and whether he will end up in Super League, Ryan Hall extending w…

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#90 - League Express - What team has recruited the best? + State of Origin preview 1:01:59

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss which team has recruited the best this year, some new interest in Super League investors and what the future of London Rugby League holds. They discuss Steve McNamara losing his job, George Williams to the Dolphins whispers and the latest on Lac…

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#89 - League Express - Which coaches are on the hot seat? + Salford Stadium latest 55:45

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss which coaches find themselves on the hot seat, the strategic review group meeting with Super League clubs and why the Salford City Council have pulled out of stadium negotiations with the new Salford owners. They discuss the Vegas team's being a…

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#88 - League Express - Salford CEO resigns, Hull's red card controversy + Challenge Cup Semi-Final preview 1:04:52

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss this Salford CEO Chris Irwin stepping down as Salford CEO, Luke Keary's scathing comments about the quality of Super League and take a look at all the Magic Weekend action. They discuss whether St Helens coach Paul Wellens should be feeling the …

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#87 - League Express - Is Nick Politis interested in a 'Salford Roosters' investment? + will two new NRL teams be sustainable? 1:03:53

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Nick Politis' investing in a Super League club and his interest in re-branding the Salford Red-Devils to the Salford Roosters. They discuss the Perth Bears bid being approved by the NRL for 2027 and what impact that will have on the new PNG side…

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#86 - League Express - Wigan sign Christian Wade, new attendance record and will Jonny Lomax get his spot back? 1:04:26

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's Easter Derby results, a new attendance record and who the standout players were over the weekend. They discuss Wigan signing Rugby Star Christian Wade, Leigh signing Joe Ofahengaue and Lewis Dodd making his NRL debut. They provide …

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#85 – League Express – Salford CEO interview, Ashes Tests selling out and Lachlan Galvin drama with John Kear 1:03:41

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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wales Head Coach and BBC Pundit John Kear to discuss all the action on the weekend, this weekend’s Easter rivalry weekend and react to Salford Red Devils CEO Chris Irwin’s interview before their match. John gives his thoughts on an NRL tak…

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#84 - League Express - NRL consider 33% stake in Super League + French sides debate 49:03

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's Challenge Cup results, the new information regarding an NRL stake in Super League and whether French sides have a future in Super League. They discuss a special London Broncos press conference at the Australian High Commission next…

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#83 - League Express - Who will win the Hull derby? + Will French teams be kicked out? 1:02:38

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss this weekend's Challenge Cup fixtures, Martyn's concerns regarding the Ashes series and who they think will win the Hull derby. They discuss an anonymous complaint of a misogynistic culture at the RFL headquarters, what came out of yesterday's R…

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#82 - League Express - Is NRL Europe a real possibility? + Ashes fixtures announced 53:19

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekend's results, Marc Sneyd's Warrington debut and the whispers we're hearing around a potential NRL Europe competition. They discuss the Hull FC revival under John Cartwright, Hull KR's perfect start to the season and what they have learn…

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#81 - League Express - Rochdale Hornets Chairman Andy Mazey joins the show 48:30

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rochdale Hornets Chairman Andy Mazey to discuss the progression of Rochdale Hornets, the state of the game across all three competitions and the struggles of running a club with declining central distribution. They discuss the recent resig…

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#80 - League Express - Is Nigel Wood the man for the job? + Salford update and Challenge Cup preview 44:51

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the latest RFL news with Chairman Simon Johnson standing down from his position. They discuss Nigel Wood taking over as the interim chair, why clubs wanted Wood and what changes we may see. They discuss all the weekend's action including Thursda…

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#79 - League Express - Was Las Vegas a success and how can the England Women improve? + NRL round 1 preview 1:08:15

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action that took place at Las Vegas over the weekend. They discuss whether the weekend was a success, the American TV figures and where to next for the England Women after their disappointing performance. They discuss which teams should …

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#78 - League Express - Will Vegas boost Super League's profile? + round 3 preview with James Gordon 1:18:52

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rugby League Journalist and Love Rugby League website founder James Gordon to preview this weekend's Las Vegas fixtures. They discuss the impact Vegas will have on Super League, the importance of continuing to invest in the fixture and giv…

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#77 - League Express - Who is to blame for embarrassing Salford display? + Round 1 review 55:24

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the Round 1 action including the historic Leigh win over Wigan, the embarrassing Salford loss and the ramifications of the match being broadcasted on BBC. They discuss who impressed them in round 1, which recruits stood out the most and whet…

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#76 - League Express - 2025 Season Preview + Bold Predictions with John Kear 1:08:41

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wales Rugby League Coach and BBC Pundit John Kear to preview the 2025 Super League season and give their bold predictions. They discuss a reported Super League Club's 'Coup' to get rid of the current RFL Chairman Simon Johnstone and have h…

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#75 - League Express - Is outlawing contact among juniors a mistake? with International Rugby Defence coach David Ellis 55:17

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Former France Rugby Union Defensive Coach David Ellis to discuss the importance of teaching kids how to tackle from a young age to reduce the risk of concussion. They also discuss David's playing and coaching career which saw him win multi…

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#74 - League Express - Will Leeds replace Sivo? as Salford deadline looms 52:17

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the pre-season trials and Challenge Cup fixtures that took place over the weekend. They discuss Maika Sivo's ACL injury and what the repercussions are for Leeds, York defeating Hull KR in Amsterdam and whether Salford will need to off-load s…

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#73 - League Express - York RLFC Chairman Clint Goodchild joins the show 1:00:55

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by the York RLFC Chairman Clint Goodchild to discuss York's quest to reach Super League status, the clubs goals for 2025 and when they expect to be promoted to the top tier. They discuss Clint's business career, his humble upbringing in a sma…

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#72 - League Express - Can Salford be saved? + reaction to Challenge Cup draw 52:54

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the latest at the Salford Red Devils and whether they can be saved ahead of the 2025 season. They give their thoughts on round 3 of the Challenge Cup fixtures, discuss Josh Rourke being awarded the Albert Goldthorpe Rookie of the Year award and …

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#71 - League Express - Wigan Warriors coach Matt Peet joins the show 56:39

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by the back to back Super League winning coach Matty Peet. Matty reflects on the the first three years of his head coaching career in which he has achieved two Premiership wins, two Challenge Cup wins, two League Leaders Shield trophies as we…

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#70 - League Express - Which player will have a breakout season? + top 10 moments of 2024 revealed 53:35

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the Boxing Day matches between the Leeds Rhino and Wakefield Trinity, the Batley Bulldogs and Dewsbury Rams as well as another trial match between the Bradford Bulls and the Keighley Cougars. They discuss the winner of the League Express Man and…

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#69 - League Express - Are we at risk of losing our best talent to Rugby Union? + Wigan secure team of the year award 50:09

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Wigan Warriors adding BBC Sports Personality Team of the Year award to their trophy cabinet, their thoughts on the Golden Boot award and whether the criteria should be changed and the North Queensland Cowboys signing John Bateman. They discuss t…

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#68 - League Express - Former Great Britain International Jermaine McGillvary joins the show 1:02:24

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Great Britain International Jermaine McGillvary. They discuss McGillvary's childhood, how he got into playing Rugby League and what were some of his career highlights. They discuss his experiences playing under Wayne Bennett for Eng…

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#67 - League Express - Wales Rugby League coach and BBC pundit John Kear joins the show 1:12:57

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wales Rugby League coach and BBC pundit John Kear to discuss his career as a player, coach and TV pundit. They discuss the state of the game domestically and internationally, whether it was a good idea to cut the World Cup participating si…

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#66 - League Express - Hunslet CEO Neil Hampshire joins the show to talk Championship promotion, IMG and the future of the club 1:00:26

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Hunslet RLFC CEO Neil Hampshire to discuss the clubs promotion to the Championship, IMG's impact on clubs outside of Super League and the clubs history. They discuss how things could have been different had the club not been denied promoti…

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#65 - League Express - How can Super League refereeing improve? with former referee Ben Thaler 1:10:22

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former referee Ben Thaler to discuss his involvement in the weekends 745 cross-code match raising money for Rob Burrow, Ed Slater and Doddie Weir. They discuss how Ben became a referee, some of his favourite moments and some of the moments…

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#64 - League Express - The future of the Salford Red Devils with CEO Paul King 1:02:45

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In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by the Salford Red Devils CEO Paul King to discuss his rise to become the Chief Executive, his early days as a business consultant and how that lead to his professional involvement with the club. They discuss the financial struggles of not ha…

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