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Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

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Test Cricket
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Player Management
South Sydney Rabbitohs
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Sydney Roosters
Moises Henriques
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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.

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Jordan Rankin was only 16 years old and still at school when he got the call-up to make his NRL debut for the Titans.

He became the third youngest player in the game’s history to debut.

On the day of the game, the Gold Coast halfback stuck to his n... more

Phil “Buzz” Rothfield has spent 50 years as one of rugby league’s most recognisable voices.

After stepping away from newspapers, television, radio and podcasts, Buzz returns for a special episode of Chiming In to explain why he retired, what he miss... more

Michael “Mouse" Jenkinson is a highly decorated yet extremely humble Bondi Lifeguard.

On December 14 last year, the man they nicknamed “Mouse” was about to complete a normal day of work at the beach with his colleagues when he two gunman started fir... more

New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George has waited patiently for his club to become a major force in the NRL.

Now riding near the top of the competition ladder and respected and feared by its rivals, George confidently predicts this is the year of t... more

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Recent Guests

Phil Rothfield
Rugby league journalist and former media figure
Episode: Phil “Buzz” Rothfield. Retirement, NRL scoops & the future of rugby league!
Michael 'Mouse' Jenkinson
Bondi Lifeguard, renowned for courageous rescues
Bondi Lifeguard / Bondi Rescue guest
Episode: Michael 'Mouse' Jenkinson. Hero of Bondi, 'Bondi Rescue' TV show & saving lives!
Cameron George
Chief Executive Officer, New Zealand Warriors
New Zealand Warriors
Episode: Cameron George. Forecasting Wahs supremacy, NZ league taking over union & Covid dark days.
Craig Field
Former NRL player, coach, and public speaker
Episode: Craig Field. Manslaughter charge, time served & Tigers memories.
Jason Clark
Former rugby league player and football manager for South Sydney Rabbitohs
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Episode: Jason Clark. Bunnies Football Manager world & devastation at leaving Souths | Chiming In EP044
Eddie Jones
Former rugby league player turned rugby union coach of multiple national teams
Former head coach of Australia, England, Japan; advisor to South Africa
Episode: Eddie Jones. Regrets, sackings, Union to League converts & the 2023 World Cup loss
Mick Byrne
One-game NRL standout for South Sydney
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Episode: One Hit Wonders! Celebrating players who hit 1 NRL, 1 Origin, and 1 Test game!
Michael Buettner
One-game State of Origin and international player
New South Wales Blues, Australia
Episode: One Hit Wonders! Celebrating players who hit 1 NRL, 1 Origin, and 1 Test game!
Harry Grant
NRL player, Golden Boot winner
Melbourne Storm
Episode: Harry Grant. Trouble at the Storm, time at Tigers, Golden Boot winner

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Steve Gillis
Host of the show, longtime rugby league observer and player manager

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • 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
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great Show

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Very Cranky Bear
    Australia10 months ago
  • Great podcasts

    Great that the fanatics group started a locally based show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Biggabs68
    Australiaa year ago

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Guests are consistently knowledgeable and well-connected in rugby league circles.
The show has a strong sense of community and fan-focus around rugby league topics.
Hosts bring a relaxed, respectful interview style that makes guests feel comfortable.

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

Spotify
#146
Australia/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#56
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#75
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#194
Singapore/Sports

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Phil “Buzz” Rothfield. Retirement, NRL scoops & the future of rugby league!
Q: Who do you think would make a good coach for Melbourne in the future?
Buzz mentions Billy Slater as a likely candidate and discusses the challenge of transitioning from media to coaching, emphasizing leadership and readiness for the burden of the role.
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield. Retirement, NRL scoops & the future of rugby league!
Q: Do you think the game today has changed with the speed of play and blowouts?
Buzz notes the dramatic increase in scoring and pace, citing blowouts as a concern, but argues for more input from medical and sports science to guide rule changes and protect player longevity.
Michael 'Mouse' Jenkinson. Hero of Bondi, 'Bondi Rescue' TV show & saving lives!
Q: Mouse, you've got a great story to tell. Where did you grow up and how did you end up on the Bondi Lifeguards team?
Mouse describes growing up around Bondi, pursuing an engineering path before switching to lifeguarding, and earning his place after a premier threshold test, which included a fierce physical challenge and a test of nerve under camera and crowd pressure.
Harry Grant. Trouble at the Storm, time at Tigers, Golden Boot winner
Q: How does it feel to be the Golden Boot winner and how do you handle the expectations that come with it?
Grant acknowledges the difficulty of individual accolades in a team sport, but uses the recognition to boost confidence while staying focused on consistent, team-oriented performance.
James Hooper. The crash, alcoholism, getting the sack, and the new job | Chiming In EP034
Q: Can you say with certainty that naughty Hoops is gone and good Hoops is here to stay?
I'm doing my best, Steve. I'm not going to come on and make any bullshit promises that I can't keep.

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Chiming In features in-depth conversations with high-profile Rugby League figures, including former players, coaches, administrators, and respected journalists. Episodes frequently explore personal journeys, on- and off-field challenges, leadership, governance, and the evolving landscape of rugby league across leagues and countries. The show tends to blend candid storytelling with practical insights about careers, resilience, and the business side of sport, often anchored by a veteran host with a deep network in rugby league communities. This mix is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy honest, experience-rich perspectives from the rugby league ecosystem and related sports media scenes.

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Recent guests on Chiming In include:

1. Phil Rothfield
2. Michael 'Mouse' Jenkinson
3. Cameron George
4. Craig Field
5. Jason Clark
6. Eddie Jones
7. Mick Byrne
8. Michael Buettner

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