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The Progressive Rugby League Podcast

PRLSA
Rugby League
Papua New Guinea
Australia
Colonialism

Progressive Rugby League is the thinking fans alternative. What is this thing called Rugby League? Where does it fit in the framework of a 21st century society? If you love rugby league and think 'there has to be a better way', this show is for you.

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Latest Episodes

Independent international Rugby League reporting raconteur, Steve Mascord, gives us the lowdown on which way the pendulum is currently swinging for French involvement in Super League. Who's on which side? Where does the NRL fit in (is 'NRL Europe' a ... more

The banning of Rugby League in Vichy France continues to intrigue and appal 85 years on. Melissa McMahon, author of Unlucky 13: Amateurism as a weapon of war in Vichy France, joins the pod to discuss how it all went down, the key characters involved ... more

It's a real treat to have the OG of Australian journalists with a penchant for foreign affairs named Hamish McDonald, Hamish McDonald on the pod to discuss his fascinating new book Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania.

This is a brilliant mix of trav... more

ABC commentary doyen, Quentin Hull, joins the pod to discuss the art of commentary.

This curious artform is a soundtrack to so many of our lives. Let's get under the hood to better understand how good Rugby League commentary is made, the ins and ou... more

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Hamish McDonald
One of Australia's foremost foreign correspondents and author of 'Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania'
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Episode: PRL BOOK CLUB - Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania by Hamish McDonald

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Insightful perspective on the game of Rugby League

    Don’t expect gibbering about the latest NRL controversies and speculation, this fantastic podcast surfaces insightful tales and perspectives that illustrate why so many of us have such a deep seated attachment and affection for the game. Host Johnno has a great voice for radio, an entertaining way with words, clearly does significant prep and is a respectful interviewer. Hopefully he gets picked up by the ABC or similar media outlet at some stage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JakeU2
    Australia2 years ago
  • RL chat does not get better than this

    Johnno runs a great pod that explores the significance of the game to the societies it inhabits. Always a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    i don’t even
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    My favourite Rugby League podcast going. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JakeP88
    Australia4 years ago
  • Intelligent and committed

    Having just listened to two episodes: the interview with Jamaican coach and the interview with Canadian journo about Wolfpack (pre-recent booting out of the comp). Both were wonderful insights into the international game, growth of the game, by someone who clearly cares about it. Wonderful sports journalism revealing human and cultural side of the game, the people, and the places it’s played and revealing where those in power (eg. Fox, ARL/NRL, Superleague UK etc) are failing those with less (th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lucky tobie
    Australia5 years ago
  • An important and brilliant podcast

    Such a great podcast, covering areas of the game that are largely neglected by the traditional outlets. Coverage of the international game is key to its growth - this podcast does that so well. Thankyou for showing so many perspectives to rugby league, a sport which is often condescended and looked down upon as being overly simple, parochial and lacking culture, and proving that we have a rich history and many stories to tell. Please keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajames646
    Australia5 years ago

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#100
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Apple Podcasts
#73
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#164
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#62
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#189
New Zealand/Sports/Rugby

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PRL BOOK CLUB - Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania by Hamish McDonald
Q: Do you think the new NRL team is good policy for Australia and will it help PNG?
Hamish believes that the initiative will deepen the relationship and help PNG's societal and cultural advancements.
PRL BOOK CLUB - Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania by Hamish McDonald
Q: Were the missionaries part of the government plan to get to these places?
Hamish describes how missionary efforts were often incremental and had profound impacts on education and cultural transitions in the region.
PRL BOOK CLUB - Melanesia: Travels in Black Oceania by Hamish McDonald
Q: Why did you decide to write a book about this region and why now?
Hamish explains that after leaving his newspaper role, he wanted to explore the deeper narratives and stories beyond the capitals in Melanesia and share them with a general audience.

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