Rephonic
Artwork for Sky Sports Radio's Big Sports Breakfast Weekend

Sky Sports Radio's Big Sports Breakfast Weekend

Sky Sports Radio
NRL
State Of Origin
Rugby League
Clear Thinking
Penrith Panthers
Queensland
England
Euro 2024
Perth Bears
Australian Racing
Cronulla Sharks
Melbourne Storm
Canberra Raiders
John Messara
Horse Racing
Michael Mcguire
Chris Waller
Sean Johnson
Bulldogs
North Queensland Cowboys

Every Sunday morning between 7am and 10am, join Racing’s No.1 writer Ray Thomas and Dean 'Bulldog' Ritchie for a comprehensive wrap of what’s making news in Racing and Sports. The show includes interviews with all the major players, regular guest spots from stringers with opinions that matter, plus listeners get the chance to have their say via talkback, SMS and twitter. A must listen for all spor... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes400Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Sports NewsNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Sky Sports Radio's Big Sports Breakfast Weekend

Latest Episodes

Ray Thomas and Dean Ritchie with the latest Sports news, plus chat with Richard Callander, Phil Moss, Peter Peters, Michael Freedman, James MacDonald, Craig Gower and Phil Rothfield on the Big Sports Breakfast Weekend.

Daily Telegraph Chief Sports editor at large Phil Rothfield with the latest on and off the Rugby League field.

NRL Legend Craig Gower talks about this years finals series with Ray Thomas and Dean Ritchie on the Big Sports Breakfast Weekend Radio Show.

Football expert Phil Moss with the latest on and off the field on the Big Sports Breakfast Weekend with Ray Thomas and Dean Ritchie.

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

Recent Guests

Craig Gower
Former captain of Penrith Panthers and rugby league player
Penrith Panthers
Episode: Craig Gower 21-09-2025
Kevin Walters
Former player and current coach of the Broncos
Brisbane Broncos
Episode: Kevin Walters 14-09-2025
Bruce McAvaney
Voice of Australian Sport
SBS
Episode: Big Sports Breakfast Weekend Full Show 07-09-2025
Matt Smith
Trainer of Headwall
Episode: Big Sports Breakfast Weekend Full Show 07-09-2025
Peter Snowden
Trainer discussing the performance of his horses
Episode: Peter Snowden 31.08.25
Ben Ikin
Former professional rugby league player and current CEO of Queensland Rugby League
Queensland Rugby League
Episode: Ben Ikin 24.08.25
Jason Hetherington
Former player of the Canterbury Bulldogs and rugby league legend
Canterbury Bulldogs
Episode: Jason Hetherington 27-07-2025
Greg Lees
A racing expert and regular guest on the show.
None mentioned
Episode: Greg Lees 27-07-2025
Scott Darby
Part owner and syndicator of Darby Racing
Darby Racing
Episode: Scott Darby 20-07-2025

Hosts

Ray Thomas
Host of the show, known for his expertise in sports journalism and a wide-ranging knowledge of racing and sports
Dean Ritchie
Co-host of the show, covering various sports topics with a focus on rugby league and sports commentary.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Review

    Great listen Buzz and Zorba are the best make sure listen to them every week simply the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reschs ooo
    Australia5 months ago
  • Zorba is the best

    King Zorba

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deeeeshh
    Australiaa year ago
  • Zoba is star of the show

    I only listen for the big Greek Man

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russotag
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and humorous banter between the hosts.
Many feel that the insights provided are relatable and timely, particularly concerning current sports events.
There is a common acknowledgment of the strong chemistry between Ray Thomas and Dean Ritchie, which enhances the listening experience.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Michael Freedman 21-09-2025
Q: Do you go deep into the spring, Michael?
Freedman mentions he is considering races like the Empire Rose but prefers to take one race at a time, depending on the horse's performance and recovery.
Michael Freedman 21-09-2025
Q: Do you think Apocalyptic will run a strong 1600 metres in the flight stakes next start?
Freedman expresses confidence that Apocalyptic will handle the distance well, based on her performance at Newcastle.
James McDonald 21-09-2025
Q: Can you tell us how you determine which horse you pick?
James humorously suggests flipping a coin between the horses Jolly Star and Lady Shenandoah.
Craig Gower 21-09-2025
Q: What about Cameron Soraldo's influence on this game?
Gower believes that despite Soraldo having a past with Penrith, it won't significantly benefit the Bulldogs due to their inherent defensive mindset.
Phil Moss 21-09-2025
Q: Is Douglas Costa's time at Sydney FC a success or a failure?
Moss states it wasn't a raging success or a failure, highlighting his individual performance, but he did not drive the team to finals or titles.

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 This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the world of sports, this series features engaging discussions surrounding racing, rugby league, and other popular sports topics. Co-hosts Ray Thomas and Dean 'Bulldog' Ritchie deliver insights on current events, including deep dives into player performances, coaching strategies, and notable match analyses. The series stands out for its interactive format, inviting listener participation through various platforms, which creates a vibrant community of sports enthusiasts. Regular guest appearances from experts add diverse perspectives to the conversation, making it appealing for those who love in-depth sports coverage and lively debates.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. 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 this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, 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 this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, 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 this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast 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 this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Sky Sports Radio's Big Sports Breakfast
2. Off The Record with Buzz & Webby
3. SEN Breakfast with Vossy & Brandy
4. CODE NRL
5. Kenty - Paul Kent NRL Podcast

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 400 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 this podcast?

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 this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast 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 this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. 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 this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Craig Gower
2. Kevin Walters
3. Bruce McAvaney
4. Matt Smith
5. Peter Snowden
6. Ben Ikin
7. Jason Hetherington
8. Greg Lees

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