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Penrith Panthers
Brisbane Broncos
Melbourne Storm
Cronulla Sharks
Gold Coast Titans
Newcastle Knights
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Parramatta Eels
Canterbury Bulldogs
State Of Origin
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Dolphins
West Tigers
Queensland
North Queensland Cowboys
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ESPN's rugby league podcast hosted by ESPN columnist Matt Bungard, ABC sports writer Nick Campton, and NRL legend Josh Reynolds. If you're look for something beyond the regular take cycle of the sport, Boom Rookies provides game-by-game analysis and previews, delves into the bigger issues of the sport, and still leaves plenty of time to indulge in some good old-fashioned footy buffoonery. From Mon... more

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Latest Episodes

They're gonna win the comp, aren't they?

Panthers v Roosters recap (00:45)

'What About This Bloke?' (24:30)

Sea Eagles v Dolphins (36:23)

Bulldogs v Rabbitohs (43:25)

Sharks v Raiders (57:21)

Eels v Cowboys (01:06:02)

Broncos v Warriors (01:09... more

The boys are LIVE from the Grub Hub once again!

This week, PNG Chiefs GM of football Michael Chammas joins the show fresh off the Brian To'o signing to talk about the expansion project ahead of their 2028 NRL debut, how that signing got over the line... more

That wasn't very Green Machine at all!

Warriors v Panthers (01:44)

Roosters v Bulldogs (16:45)

Storm v Sea Eagles (30:34)

Dolphins v Broncos (38:23)

Rabbitohs v Eels (44:00)

Raiders v Knights (55:25)

Dragons v Sharks (01:07:10)

News (01:16:28... more

Matt and Grub are live from Marconi Park, home of the Mustangs - who put on a gala day on Saturday to raise money for Motor Neurone Disease research, and honour Jai Arrow.

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Recent Guests

Luke Brooks
NRL player, guest on episode
Wests Tigers (at time of injury)
Episode: Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 23 ft. Luke Brooks
Matt Frawley
Former NRL player, guest on the show
Former Canberra Raiders / carer for current teams
Episode: Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 22 ft. Matt Frawley
Brent Sherwin
Legend of the 2004 Bulldogs, former halfback, early guest on the episode
Canterbury Bulldogs
Episode: Boom Rookies LIVE! Ft. Brent Sherwin, Winston Neville & HecticFred
Trent Hodkinson
Former Blues player and origin participant
NRL/State of Origin
Episode: Boom Rookies with Grub - Origin II Preview with Trent Hodkinson
Brenton Lawrence
Former Manly Sea Eagles prop, prominent rugby league figure
Episode: Round 14 Preview - Segue Killer
Jared Samet
Former player highlighted in a dedicated segment, discussed as a feature subject
Penrith Panthers (early career); prominent in UK/Super League later
Episode: Round 8 Preview - Claws Up, Claws Out
Josh Reynolds
Former NRL player invited onto the show
Episode: Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 3
Elliot Morton
From Win Learn Or Draw Podcast
Win Learn Or Draw
Episode: Pre-Season Previews - Tigers and Rabbitohs
Phil Lutton
South Sydney Rabbitohs analyst/reporter
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Episode: Pre-Season Previews - Tigers and Rabbitohs

Hosts

Matt Bungard
Host with ESPN rugby league analysis and commentary
Nick Campton
Co-host, ESPN columnist and ABC sports writer with rugby league focus

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 318 ratings
  • Great pod

    One of the best NRL pods out there, Campo and Bungard are a good team, Campo especially has a great rugby league brain and I like the way he thinks about the game. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raiderjim12345
    Australiaa year ago
  • Not that bad

    One of the nrl podcasts of all time. The effort merchants of rugby league discourse. 5 Stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rayza_au
    Australiaa year ago
  • Could be so better

    Could be a decent podcast if Campo got a better co host. Bungard is a total flog with limited football knowledge who loves to sniff his own farts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hammer time7
    Australia2 years ago
  • Although 2 of the 3 original hosts have left, somehow it's kept getting better. The encyclopedic memories of Bungard and Campo is often mind blowing

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Marioseags
    2 years ago
  • Great show and Campo is interrupted the right amount

    Keep him on his toes Bungard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agocprbzinxjdks
    Australia3 years ago

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Guests add valuable insider perspectives and stories.
Hosts have great rugby league knowledge and chemistry.
Engaging mix of analysis and banter is a strength.
One-star feedback often centers on host dynamics rather than content quality.
Consistent sponsor reads and community engagement build trust.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#197
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#250
Singapore/Sports

Talking Points

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Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 23 ft. Luke Brooks
Q: What impact did Foz (coach) have on your development this year?
Brooks credits Foz for simplifying tasks and letting him focus on doing his job for the team, while noting the team's improved performance in defense helped them win.
Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 23 ft. Luke Brooks
Q: How's everything been going since the injury?
Brooks says four weeks post-op he is traveling well, with good headspace and optimism about returning to play, noting the team's progress and his personal recovery.
Boom Rookies with Grub - Round 13
Q: How do you feel about the recent poll results showing almost 100% of players against the rule changes this year?
We discuss that polls are not new and can reflect current sentiment, but the real question is how to balance safety, game pace, and entertainment; the players' perspective matters because they are the product, yet decisions will affect the sport's future competitiveness and fan engagement.
Pre-Season Previews - Roosters and Titans
Q: What can Josh Hanay bring to the Titans?
He has a bit of dog in him and he can be more than just the quiet nice guy.
Pre-Season Previews - Roosters and Titans
Q: What are your expectations heading into this year?
I'm really bullish this year. I feel like I have to be confident because of all the things you've described.

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1. Luke Brooks
2. Matt Frawley
3. Brent Sherwin
4. Trent Hodkinson
5. Brenton Lawrence
6. Jared Samet
7. Josh Reynolds
8. Elliot Morton

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