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Big Bears Podcast

Perth Bears
Perth Bears
Rugby League
North Sydney Bears
Western Australia
National Rugby League
Mal Meninga
NRL
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Western Reds
Perth Wildcats
Education
National Rugby League (NRL)
WA Cricket
Brisbane Tigers
Melbourne Storm
Penrith Panthers
Jim Jefferies
Logo Design
Australian Football League
Cash Converters

The official podcast of the Perth Bears.

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Latest Episodes

Perth Bears board member and North Sydney Bears Chairman Daniel Dickson reveals plans to charter “Bear Force One” to fly east coast fans to WA for game one.

In this episode Dickson reveals why he never gave up on the desire of the Bears to return f... more

Code Sports and Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Dean “Bulldog” Ritchie has entered the Bear cave touring the Perth HQ and joining coach Mal Meninga in Karratha at Junior Gala Day.

Bulldog has seen where the Bears will be training when the sq... more

Self confessed Bears tragic James Bracey is living the dream as Channel Nine’s chief NRL host and now Perth Bears board member.

In a candid chat, Brace opens up on that clash with Paul Gallen on 100% Footy over the Bears recruitment thus far detail... more

Welcome to the latest episode of the Big Bears Podcast, thanks to Cash Converters!

This week, host Ollie Peterson sits down with Brisbane Tigers CEO Mitch Cook to dissect our exciting new feeder club partnership. We explore how to win over an AFL to... more

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Recent Guests

Mitch Cook
Chief Executive Officer of the Brisbane Tigers
Brisbane Tigers
Episode: Mitch Cook: Building the Pathway with Brisbane Tigers CEO
Gareth Holmes
CEO of the North Sydney Bears
North Sydney Bears
Episode: Gareth Holmes: North Sydney Heritage and Elite Pathways
Anthony De Ceglie
Chief Executive Officer
Perth Bears
Episode: Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO
Dane Campbell
Player recruitment manager for Perth Bears, former NRL player and administrator
Perth Bears
Episode: Dane Campbell: Building the NRL roster and players for the future
Blake Solly
CEO of the South Sydney Rabbitohs
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Episode: Blake Solly, Rabbitohs CEO: NRL expansion, the Bennett effect and 2027 rivalries
Mal Meninga
Coach of Perth Bears
Perth Bears
Episode: Mal Meninga: Why Mal’s recruiting international big bears and what makes a marquee?
Greg Florimo
Legend of the Bears, former player and administrator
North Sydney Bears, Perth Bears
Episode: Greg Florimo: North Sydney history, running over Mal Meninga and a new book!
Mark Arena
Owner of the Perth Wildcats
Perth Wildcats
Episode: Mark Arena: Wildcats, NBL and sport in WA
Peter Cumins
Perth Bears Board member, Cash Converters' executive
Perth Bears / Cash Converters
Episode: Peter Cumins: A lifetime of League

Host

Ollie Peterson
Host of Big Bears Podcast; frequent presenter and interviewer focusing on the Perth Bears project, governance, and expansion.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes feel heavily focused on Perth-centric developments, which may timerange-interest listeners elsewhere.
Listeners appreciate the detailed look at expansion plans and governance.
Guests often bring high-level industry insights and practical strategies.
Production frequently ties content to sponsorships and club partners, which can help sponsor visibility.
The discussions around pathway development and youth programs are consistently highlighted as valuable for sponsors.

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Gareth Holmes: North Sydney Heritage and Elite Pathways
Q: How do you see the pathway from junior leagues feeding into the NRL for the Perth and North Sydney Bears collaboration?
The pathway is now a complete chain, starting from strong junior leagues with eight clubs in the district, feeding into Harold Matthews and SG Ball, then NSW Cup, and finally providing a clear route to Perth for NRL opportunities, with the Perth Bears acting as the ultimate aspirational destination.
Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO
Q: Is there any chance of redeveloping the Western Grandstand at HBF Park?
The aim is to sell out every game at HBF Park, and if demand proves strong, the WA government may consider redevelopments seriously.
Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO
Q: For current North Sydney members, are there opportunities to travel to Perth for games?
There is interest in offering travel opportunities to Perth, with involvement from the WA government and Tourism WA to facilitate fan attendance.
Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO
Q: Will there be family memberships?
Initial memberships will be basic to onboard fans, with later releases of ticketed memberships offering seat selection and family-friendly options.
Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO
Q: When is the jersey dropping?
The jersey is planned to be revealed in August, around the time Melbourne Storm visits Perth for a home game against Manly at HBF Park, marking a milestone in the club's timeline.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bears Podcast

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

This series centers on the Perth Bears' bid to re-enter top-flight rugby league, with a strong emphasis on development pathways, recruitment strategy, governance, and a growing WA footprint. Episodes frequently explore joint ventures with Sydney-based Bears, junior development, and long-range plans for entering the NRL, while spotlighting marquee signings, academy initiatives, and fan engagement strategies ahead of a 2027 relaunch. A notable pattern is the blend of operational detail (roster planning, merchandise, memberships) with broader industry context (expansion, media, sponsorship) and a clear community-first ethos that underpins the club's WA-centric narrative.

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Recent guests on Big Bears Podcast include:

1. Mitch Cook
2. Gareth Holmes
3. Anthony De Ceglie
4. Dane Campbell
5. Blake Solly
6. Mal Meninga
7. Greg Florimo
8. Mark Arena

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