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Kick Off with Brandy and Jimmy

SEN
Rugby League
NRL
National Rugby League
State Of Origin
Penrith Panthers
Magic Round
Sydney
New South Wales Blues
Brisbane Broncos
New South Wales
St George Illawarra Dragons
Newcastle Knights
Parramatta Eels
Queensland
Canberra Raiders
Brisbane
Manly Warringah Seagulls
Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Sydney FC
West Tigers

Kick Off your day with the best sports talk in Sydney with Rugby League legend and analyst Greg 'Brandy' Alexander and respected veteran sports broadcaster Jimmy Smith! Tune in 6am weekdays on SEN 1170AM.

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John Strange joins Kick Off with Jimmy and Chad Townsend after winning State of Origin Game III and sweeping the series 3-0!

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Catch up on the second hour of Kick Off with Jimmy and Chad Townsend

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On this edition of Townsend's Take, Chad looks at Kalyn Ponga's tackling technique and how players can get their tackles wrong.

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Tom Trbojevic
Manly captain
Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Episode: Manly Sea Eagles captain Tom Trbojevic (19/5/26)
Tom Treboyevich
Special guest evaluating fullback options in Origin
Episode: Kick Off Show Opener: Teddy or Eddy? The NSW fullback debate continues! (19/5/26)
Greg Brandy Alexander
Former Blues advisor, selector, assistant coach
Blue - NSW Origin program
Episode: Kick Off with Jimmy and Chad Townsend - FULL SHOW (18/5/26)
Casey McGuire
NSW Blues player debutant announced as part of the NSW squad
New South Wales Blues
Episode: Second Hour - Our reaction to NSW Origin selection, the winners and losers from Magic Round and who the hell is Casey McGuire? (18/5/26)
Kevin Campion
Rugby league player and former professional athlete
Broncos, Warriors, Ireland team
Episode: Throwback Thursday - Rugby league icon Kevin Campion (14/5/26)
Michael Karajanis
Senior Rugby League writer, Daily Telegraph, The Full Package
The Daily Telegraph / The Daily Telegraph (The Full Package)
Episode: Second Hour - MC's Penrith and Vegas update, Jimmy names the players that Penrith will let walk and more (14/5/26)
Kevi Campion
Throwback guest, played in NRL Grand Finals across three teams
NRL player history
Episode: Kick Off Deep Dive: What happens to the Panthers players from November 1? (14/5/26)
Justin Pascoe
CEO of Global Sports Fund Management Group; former Wests Tigers CEO
Global Sports Fund Management Group; former Wests Tigers
Episode: Former Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe (13/5/26)
Kurt Wrigley
Former NRL player, former Shark/Dragon/Ram, facilitator with Leading Teams
Leading Teams
Episode: How do teams conduct honesty sessions? with Leading Teams' Kurt Wrigley (13/5/26)

Hosts

Jimmy Smith
Co-host, veteran sports broadcaster with strong ties to rugby league and mainstream Australian sports media
Greg 'Brandy' Alexander
Rugby league analyst and host with deep club and media connections; often leads discussions and provides insider context

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • jimmy smith

    seriously this guy is a C grader & a flog

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gwk67
    Australia4 months ago
  • Criticism

    Happy to trash people that don’t deserve it hard listen during the footy

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rigby trash boat
    Australia8 months ago
  • Voss

    Can’t stand looking at you with that massive underbite and listening to you is worse, can’t call a game you don’t know the players names both you and Smith need to go back to school

    It’s important NOT impordant

    It’s Titans NOT Tidens

    As for picking on The Knightec at least he has followers unlike you

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Misty1958
    Australia8 months ago
  • Legends

    As a UK based listener, I love this duo covering rugby league and other sports. Vossy is the best caller in any sport and Brandy is a sporting legend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pedro Ell
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Your Home for everything Algerian Boxing

    If it’s a detailed discussion of Algerian Boxing you crave then this show is the one for you.

    A solid 10 minutes right off the top this morning. Who cares about Aussie Gold at the Olympics or the upcoming round of NRL ?

    Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bulldog2004
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise deep-dive discussions and insider perspectives from rugby league insiders.
Some describe the show as highly opinionated and fast-paced, with strong banter between hosts.
Overall, feedback suggests strong affinity for guest insights and the hosts' industry connections.
A handful feel the format produces too many clips or snippets, preferring full shows without fragmentation.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#60
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#106
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#188
Indonesia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Manly Sea Eagles captain Tom Trbojevic (19/5/26)
Q: Is this hamstring different from ones you've had before?
Yes, he said it's slightly different because the injury happened in the air, requiring a different rehab focus.
Manly Sea Eagles captain Tom Trbojevic (19/5/26)
Q: When are you hoping to come back?
Tom indicated it would be a few weeks after round 13 and emphasized a careful, gradual return.
Throwback Thursday - Rugby league icon Kevin Campion (14/5/26)
Q: How did you first get into rugby league and what drew you to Serena and North Queensland in your early days?
Campion explains growing up with a passion for the game, local pathways, and how strong community connections and mentors helped shape his move from Queensland country to the professional ranks.
Wellness Wednesday - Tommy Herschell from Find Ya Feet (6/5/26)
Q: How did Find Ya Feet start and what's its core mission?
Tommy explains it began from helping a troubled student in his classroom; the charity aims to empower young people to openly discuss their struggles and support each other, turning conversations into action.
First Hour - Latrell Mitchell makes his media return, Tony Hayek from Blue Wealth Property and your devotion to your dog splits the show (6/5/26)
Q: Would Latrell's absence from public media have long-term effects on his marketability for the Rabbitohs?
Hosts suggest his return boosts marketing value and restores public engagement, while acknowledging the prior online hostility that may have suppressed his public profile.

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High-energy sports talk focused on rugby league and broader sports business, with long-running hosts delivering insider perspectives, live updates, and hot takes on teams, players, coaching moves, and events. Episodes mix breaking news, strategy discussions, and cultural moments, often featuring notable guests from players and journalists to executives and analysts. A standout is the seamless banter between respected veteran broadcasters and well-connected rugby league insiders, which helps listeners get both context and color around current happenings. Potential listeners will likely appreciate sharp, in-the-mlesh commentary, behind-the-scenes angles, and audience interactions that drive the week's biggest sports conversations.

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1. Tom Trbojevic
2. Tom Treboyevich
3. Greg Brandy Alexander
4. Casey McGuire
5. Kevin Campion
6. Michael Karajanis
7. Kevi Campion
8. Justin Pascoe

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