Rephonic
Artwork for Chiming In

Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

FanaticsTV
Rugby League
Australia
Cricket
India
NRL
Journalism
Test Cricket
Mental Health
Super League
State Of Origin
England
Champions Trophy
Player Management
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Jack De Belin
Big Bash League
Sydney Roosters
Social Media
Moises Henriques
Sri Lanka

Welcome to Chiming In! Renowned player manager, Steve 'Chimes' Gillis interviews some of the most interesting people in Rugby League. From world class players and ex-players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the listen.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes62Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsEntertainment NewsNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Chiming In

Latest Episodes

Inside Jai’s Journey.

South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has been front and centre since news of Jai Arrow’s battle with Motor Neurone Disease began.

In this episode of Chiming In, Solly shares insight into Jai’s courage and the way he has inspirationall... more

Tim Gilbert has covered two Olympics, US golf majors, the Commonwealth Games and 11 years producing the Sunday Footy Show — but he started out earning nine grand a year at a tiny radio station in Goulburn, and very nearly lost the job in his first fe... more

Dave Trodden runs one of Australian sport's biggest and least understood organisations — the New South Wales Rugby League turns over more than $50 million a year, oversees 126,000 players across 700 clubs, and controls every competition in the state ... more

Darryl Brohman OAM is back on Chiming In just over a year since his last appearance — and in that time he's fought off non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, his second cancer battle after prostate cancer a few years earlier.

The Queensland Origin forward turned r... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Darryl Brohman
Former rugby league player and broadcaster
Former Penrith/Bulldogs player; Broadcaster
Episode: Darryl Brohman. Beating cancer twice, losing his pubes and winning big at the races!
Dean Ritchie
Renowned rugby league journalist and former player manager
The Daily Telegraph (primary employer)
Episode: Dean "Bulldog" Ritchie. Inside 37 years of NRL scoops, scandals and friendships!
Peter Sharp
Former rugby league coach with decades of experience
Bulldogs, Manly, Cronulla, Parramatta, Newcastle Knights
Episode: Peter Sharp. Discovering the Johns bros, Gallen beef & life at the Bulldogs | Chiming In EP0XX
Craig Salvatori
Former professional rugby league player
Australian Rugby League clubs (Roosters, Rabbitohs)
Episode: Craig Salvatori. Feud with Gus, losing his wife in the Bali bombings, and Salvo's Pub Crawl!
Laurie Daley
New South Wales Origin winning coach, former player and captain
New South Wales Rugby League / Blues coaching staff
Episode: Laurie Daley. Winning the "unwinnable" Origin & the press conference grenade | Chiming In EP053
Nobby Clarke
Former rugby league player, prominent agent/manager in the 80s-90s
Former Balmain/Parramatta/Penrith player
Episode: Nobby Clarke. Drunk at training & Eels, Tigers, Panthers memories! | Chiming In EP052
Anthony Seibold
Former head coach of Manly, South Sydney, and Brisbane Broncos; now coaching consultant and public speaker
Former NRL head coach; AFL consulting roles
Episode: Anthony Seibold. Manly sacking, Souths regrets, Social Media devastation | Chiming In EP051
Wes Heritage
One of Australia's best-known funeral directors
Heritage Brothers Funerals
Episode: Wes Heritage. Bikie funerals, funny funerals, and burials at sea!
Peter O'Sullivan
The game's premier recruitment manager, sharing insights into club recruitment, strategy, and player management
Rugby League clubs (e.g., Dolphins, Knights, etc.)
Episode: Peter O'Sullivan. Building the Dolphins, Warriors, Roosters, Storm & more!

Host

Steve Gillis
Host of the show and rugby league player manager

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Craig Field Episode

    Powerful interview. Congratulations. Respectful discussion on a sensitive issue (tragic death) with in depth insights about how Craig is dealing with this life changing mistake. Well done to you both.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hearndo
    Australia4 months ago
  • Well done!!

    The Craig Field interview was incredible and I wish him every success going forward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    40's Fasion
    Australia4 months ago
  • Justifying

    Lately the podcast is about them justifying the Lomax and other players R360 debacle.

    Typical sports management spin.

    Hard Pass

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jacko1512
    Australia4 months ago
  • Time to Chime!

    Chimes has a natural and casual interview style and always treats his guest with respect. Awesome insights into the characters in and around Rugby League. Eagerly look forward to the next episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shoyuweenie
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great Show

    Awesome guests and a very casual approach from Chimes in his interview style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Very Cranky Bear
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Casual, insightful conversations; strong on-and-around rugby league characters.
Some criticism about perceived spin around certain players; audience reception mixed.
Natural and casual interview style; guests treated with respect and depth.
Powerful interview; thoughtful discussion on sensitive topics.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#67
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#101
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#137
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#219
Singapore/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Anthony Seibold. Manly sacking, Souths regrets, Social Media devastation | Chiming In EP051
Q: Will Anthony Seibold coach in the NRL again as a head coach?
He isn't sure about returning as a head coach, but he doesn't rule out coaching again and emphasizes that ultimately he wants to be involved in coaching in some capacity.
Laurie Daley. Winning the "unwinnable" Origin & the press conference grenade | Chiming In EP053
Q: How did you approach selecting the team and managing interchanges, especially around game plans and the Melbourne incident?
He describes the process of collaboration with assistants, the tactics around interchanges, and the rationale for adjustments to prepare for the final game.
Craig Salvatori. Feud with Gus, losing his wife in the Bali bombings, and Salvo's Pub Crawl!
Q: How did the Bali tragedy shape you as a person and advocate?
The event forced him to confront grief publicly, seek government support, and become an advocate for his family and others affected, with acceptance playing a key role in his healing.
Craig Salvatori. Feud with Gus, losing his wife in the Bali bombings, and Salvo's Pub Crawl!
Q: Has this been a dream of yours?
He confirms he's been pursuing a pub-crawl dream for years, combining travel, community engagement, and a new career focus beyond playing.
Peter O'Sullivan. Building the Dolphins, Warriors, Roosters, Storm & more!
Q: Have you ever been blindsided by a player or an agent who pulled a player away from your club, and how do you handle those moments when negotiations collapse?
Blindsides are rare when relationships are strong; the key is clear communication, maintaining professional respect, and having contingency plans to bring in suitable replacements while protecting future opportunities with trusted partners.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Chiming In

What is Chiming In about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on rugby league and related sports culture, featuring candid conversations with former and current players, coaches, executives, and industry professionals. Episodes cover career journeys, recruitment, leadership, governance, and life after sport, often mixing hard-wought insights with personal storytelling. A notable pattern is mixing behind-the-scenes industry detail with human-interest angles, from on-field exploits to off-field advocacy, media dynamics, and notable life events. The format tends to be conversational and approachable, making it appealing to fans, industry insiders, and potential guests seeking authentic, experience-based storytelling.

What stands out is the breadth of guests (from top-tier players to cl... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Chiming In?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Chiming In. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Chiming In and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Chiming In get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Chiming In, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Chiming In?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Chiming In, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Chiming In have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Chiming In has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Chiming In?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Chiming In:

1. Kenty - Paul Kent NRL Podcast
2. Rugby League Insider with James Hooper
3. The Bye Round With James Graham
4. CODE NRL
5. Triple M Rocks Footy NRL

How many episodes of Chiming In are there?

Chiming In launched 2 years ago and published 62 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Chiming In?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Chiming In?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Chiming In from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Chiming In?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Chiming In. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Chiming In?

Recent guests on Chiming In include:

1. Darryl Brohman
2. Dean Ritchie
3. Peter Sharp
4. Craig Salvatori
5. Laurie Daley
6. Nobby Clarke
7. Anthony Seibold
8. Wes Heritage

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days