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The Chad Townsend Show

Chad Townsend
NRL
Sydney Roosters
Melbourne Storm
Penrith Panthers
Dolphins
Cronulla Sharks
Brisbane Broncos
State Of Origin
Canberra Raiders
National Rugby League
Broncos
Rugby League
Rugby League World Cup
Newcastle Knights
Cowboys
New Zealand Warriors
Panthers
Sharks
Warriors
South Sydney Rabbitohs

NRL Premiership winner Chad Townsend breaks down the biggest stories, hottest headlines, and trending topics across rugby league — straight from someone who’s lived it at the highest level.Each episode features raw, unfiltered chats with current stars, rising talents, coaches, and iconic legends of the game.From behind-the-scenes insights to honest opinions, Chad brings listeners closer to the act... more

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Welcome to my Spotify!The Rugby League World Cup is heating up, and Week 3 is shaping up to deliver some massive match-ups!On this episode of the Chad Townsend Show, Chad breaks down all the key games heading into Week 3 of the RLWC, analysing the bi... more

The November 1 NRL free agency deadline is approaching, and the player market is heating up!

Isaac Issa from ESPN.com.au joins Chad Townsend on the Chad Townsend Show to break down the biggest NRL free agents, the key contract decisions facing clubs... more

BREAKING NRL NEWS!

Chad Townsend is back with an emergency podcast to discuss the latest developments involving Sam Walker and Hudson Young, and the reported decision around their contract offers.

What does this mean for the Sydney Roosters and Ca... more

Michael Carayannis joins Chad Townsend to break down Week 2 of the Rugby League World Cup and discuss all the biggest talking points from the tournament.

Australia were nowhere near their best, raising questions about their performances and whether ... more

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Recent Guests

Isaac Issa
NRL insider at ESPN.com.au and co-host of Footy and Focus
ESPN.com.au
Episode: NRL Free Agency BOMBSHELLS! | November 1 Player Movement Preview with Isaac Issa
Michael Carayannis
Rugby league journalist with Code Sports and The Daily Telegraph
Code Sports
Episode: Australia In Trouble? | Week 2 RLWC Review With Michael Carayannis
Josh Morris
Former NRL player and member of the 2GB Continuous Call Team
2GB Continuous Call Team
Episode: Who Are The Boys Tipping? RLWC Week 2 Tips With Chad Townsend & Josh Morris
Michael Caryannis
Daily Telegraph journalist; expert guest for this episode
The Daily Telegraph
Episode: Reviewing Every NRL Team That Missed The Top 8 With Michael Caryannis
James Morris
Co-host on 2GB Continuous Call Team
2GB
Episode: Who Wins The RLWC? & What We Learned From The NRL Grand Final | Chad Townsend & Josh Morris
Michael Kariannis
Journalist from The Daily Telegraph
The Daily Telegraph
Episode: ROOSTERS WIN IT ALL! Knights Heartbreak & DCE's Grand Final Field Goal | NRL Grand Final Review
Justin Horow
From Levels Scopey at Levels Golf Day
Levels Scopey
Episode: Who Do NRL Players Think Will Win The 2026 Grand Final?
Paul Gallen
El Capitano, 2016 Premiership captain
Cronulla Sharks
Episode: "TURN YOUR PORTCH LIGHTS OFF" - Paul Gallen 10 Years On From The Cronulla Sharks NRL Premiership
James Maloney
Former Sharks player, part of 2016 era
Cronulla Sharks
Episode: LIVE SHOW | 2016 Cronulla Sharks NRL Premiers | 10 YEARS ON | Gallen, Maloney, Lewis, Graham & Townsend

Host

Chad Townsend
NRL premiership-winning rugby league player

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • I enjoy the content.

    Please stop saying ‘like’ so often. It is driving me crazy.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SJG210
    Australia8 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Not like all the other scripted NRL Podcasts, great to hear a player talking about the game from the players perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Very Cranky Bear
    Australiaa year ago
  • Excellent

    Best league podcast out there. So much better than the garbage that Triple M disguises as footy talk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moosethereviewer
    Australiaa year ago
  • One of Rugby League’s Greats

    Incredible content from one of the Games great minds. Would love to hear some more explicit / x-rated content from footy trips away. What happens on tour shouldn’t always have to stay on tour. Still 5 stars !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T. Gurney
    Australia2 years ago
  • Top shelf content

    Excellent content from an excellent host. Always good to get rawdogged with behind the scenes conversations from players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joanne Jarvis
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

One listener finds frequent use of filler words distracting.
Fans praise the mix of rugby league analysis, interesting guests and humor.
Listeners value Townsend's player perspective and insight into life inside the NRL.
Candid, relaxed interviews help guests share personal stories and behind-the-scenes experiences.

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Apple Podcasts
#15
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#42
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#96
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#10
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#134
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#18
Singapore/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Australia In Trouble? | Week 2 RLWC Review With Michael Carayannis
Q: Should Australia be concerned about not winning the physical battle against New Zealand and Fiji?
Carayannis says it is a concern, arguing that Australia's forwards are less imposing than those of Tonga, Samoa and New Zealand, and that the team has relied on key moments to win.
Australia In Trouble? | Week 2 RLWC Review With Michael Carayannis
Q: Should the November 1 timeline for NRL free agency change, or should it stay as it is?
Carayannis favors keeping the current system, saying it is useful for players and less disruptive than transfer discussions during the season. He would also like a separate in-season window for player movement.
NRL Free Agency BOMBSHELLS! | November 1 Player Movement Preview with Isaac Issa
Q: What's his motivations? Where does he go?
Discussing Nathan Cleary, Issa says his priorities are unclear and he may still be deciding. His brother potentially joining Penrith, the club's coaching transition, the chance to play elsewhere and the injury affecting his timing could all shape the decision.
NRL Free Agency BOMBSHELLS! | November 1 Player Movement Preview with Isaac Issa
Q: What's your initial reaction to the situation of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow?
Issa says the Dolphins are in control of the negotiations, as the reported $1.4 million asking range could narrow the field of rival clubs. He adds that Dolphins players may be willing to take pay cuts to keep the group together.
AUS, Tonga & Samoa DOMINATE! | RLWC Week 1 Review with Michael Carayannis
Q: What were your thoughts?
Carayannis describes an exceptional atmosphere at the Australia-New Zealand match and says Australia entered with concerns about player form, yet still won despite playing poorly.

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What is The Chad Townsend Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly rugby league analysis and interviews led by former NRL premiership winner Chad Townsend, with regular contributions from rugby league broadcaster Josh Morris. Coverage ranges from match previews, finals reviews and team-by-team season assessments to international rugby league, player movements and the decisions behind memorable campaigns. The conversational format combines tactical discussion and candid opinions with personal stories from players, coaches and journalists. Guests include current and former NRL players, premiership-winning coaches and rugby league reporters, offering perspectives shaped by direct experience of the game. Anniversary conversations revisit major team achievements, while regular tipping and match coverage ... more

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1. Isaac Issa
2. Michael Carayannis
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4. Michael Caryannis
5. James Morris
6. Michael Kariannis
7. Justin Horow
8. Paul Gallen

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