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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 action than ever before. With deep conversations, elite athlete mindset breakdowns, and headline-making interviews, this is the show for anyone who loves the NRL and wants the stories behind the stories. Big guests. Big opinions. Big moments.
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- 1 weeks ago58 min
Australia In Trouble? | Week 2 RLWC Review With Michael Carayannis
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 they have what it takes to go all the way. Are the concerns justified, and what needs to improve before the tournament reaches its biggest games?We also discuss the standout performances, the teams making a statement, the biggest surprises and what Week 2 has revealed about the race for the Rugby League World Cup title.In this episode:Australia's performance and the concerns moving forwardWhat Australia need to improve to challenge for the trophyThe biggest talking points from Week 2Which teams have impressed and who is under pressureThe major contenders to win the Rugby League World CupOur thoughts on what's coming next in the tournamentDo you have concerns about Australia, or will they lift when it matters most? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.Subscribe to the Chad Townsend Show for more Rugby League World Cup coverage, NRL news, analysis, interviews, previews and reviews.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- 2 weeks ago1h 2m
Who Are The Boys Tipping? RLWC Week 2 Tips With Chad Townsend & Josh Morris
Josh Morris joins Chad Townsend to preview Week 2 of the Rugby League World Cup, breaking down the biggest matchups, key players and talking points heading into another huge week of international rugby league.We look at the teams making a statement, the nations under pressure and the players who could make the difference as the tournament heats up. Which teams are genuine contenders to lift the trophy, and who needs a big performance in Week 2?Chad and Josh discuss the key games to watch, give their predictions and debate what to expect from the biggest nations in the tournament.What's your biggest game of Week 2? Who do you think wins the Rugby League World Cup? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to the Chad Townsend Show for more Rugby League World Cup coverage, NRL analysis, interviews, previews and reviews.#RLWC #RugbyLeagueWorldCup #RugbyLeagueLIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- 2 weeks ago1h 14m
NRL Top 8 Season Review | Reviewing Every Team That Played Finals Football
The 2026 NRL season is over, and it's time to review the eight teams that played finals football.Chad Townsend breaks down every team that finished in the NRL top eight, looking at their regular season, finals campaign, standout players, biggest disappointments and what needs to change heading into 2027.Which teams should be happy with their season? Who failed to meet expectations? Which clubs are genuine premiership contenders next year, and who has the most work to do?We analyse all eight finalists and look at the biggest lessons from the 2026 NRL season, including the Sydney Roosters' premiership-winning campaign.Who do you think had the best season, and which team disappointed you the most? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to the Chad Townsend Show for more NRL news, analysis, interviews, previews and reviews.Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au CT
- 2 weeks ago52 min
AUS, Tonga & Samoa DOMINATE! | RLWC Week 1 Review with Michael Carayannis
Week 1 of the Rugby League World Cup is in the books, and there is plenty to discuss.Chad Townsend is joined by Michael Carayannis to review the opening week of the RLWC, breaking down the biggest talking points, standout performances, surprise results and the teams that have made an early statement.We discuss which nations have impressed, which teams have questions to answer, the players who have caught our attention and what the opening round tells us about the tournament ahead.Who has been the biggest surprise of Week 1? Which nations look like genuine contenders? And what should we expect as the Rugby League World Cup continues?Join the conversation in the comments and subscribe to the Chad Townsend Show for more rugby league news, interviews, analysis and World Cup coverage.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- 3 weeks ago52 min
Who Are The Boys Tipping? RLWC Tips With Chad Townsend & Josh Morris
The Rugby League World Cup is here! Chad Townsend is joined by Josh Morris to preview Week 1 of the RLWC, breaking down the biggest matchups, key players to watch and the teams looking to make a statement on the world stage.We discuss the major talking points heading into the opening week, the nations capable of making a deep run in the tournament, and what fans should be watching closely as the action gets underway.Who are the favourites? Which players will have the biggest impact? And are we in for any upsets in Week 1?We break it all down on the Chad Townsend Show.Subscribe for more NRL news, rugby league analysis, interviews, previews and reviews.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- 3 weeks ago1h 30m
Reviewing Every NRL Team That Missed The Top 8 With Michael Caryannis
The 2026 NRL season is over, and it's time to review the teams that failed to make the top eight.I'm joined by the Daily Telegraph's Michael Caryannis to break down every NRL club that missed the finals this season. We discuss what went wrong, which teams underperformed, the players and coaches under pressure, and what needs to change heading into the 2027 NRL season.Which clubs can bounce back next year? Who needs to make big changes? And which teams have the biggest questions to answer over the off-season?We look at the biggest disappointments of the 2026 NRL season and what the future holds for the teams that missed September football.Subscribe to the Chad Townsend Show for more NRL news, analysis, season reviews, interviews and opinions from a former NRL player.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and accesshttps://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au THE NUTRITIOUS BROS:CHAD20 for 20% off first orderCHAD10 for 10% off ongoing orderhttps://thenutritiousbros.com.au/LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- 3 weeks ago1h 1m
Revisiting My 2026 NRL Season Predictions | Some RIGHT! Some WAY OFF?
Before the 2026 NRL season started, I made my predictions for the year. Now that the season is over, it’s time to see just how right — or wrong — I actually was.I revisit my preseason predictions and look back at everything I got right, everything I got completely wrong and the calls that surprised me most throughout the 2026 NRL season.Who did I tip for the premiership? Which teams did I back to make the finals? Who did I predict would struggle? And which players did I expect to have breakout seasons?Who had the Knights making the GRAND FINAL??? WOW What a season from Newcastle!This is the ultimate 2026 NRL prediction review.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au THE NUTRITIOUS BROS:CHAD20 for 20% off first orderCHAD10 for 10% off ongoing orderhttps://thenutritiousbros.com.au/LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
- Oct 7, 20261h 4m
Who Wins The RLWC? & What We Learned From The NRL Grand Final | Chad Townsend & Josh Morris
The Rugby League World Cup is almost here — and the squads have officially been announced.Chad Townsend and Josh Morris are back to break down the biggest talking points from the 2026 NRL Grand Final before turning their attention to the Rugby League World Cup.We discuss the Sydney Roosters' 19-18 Grand Final win over the Newcastle Knights, Daly Cherry-Evans' match-winning field goal, James Tedesco's Clive Churchill Medal performance and what made the difference in one of the great Grand Finals.Then it's all about the World Cup.With the Kangaroos, Kiwis, England, Fiji and the other nations naming their squads, Chad and Josh debate the biggest selections, surprise inclusions, Test debutants, key positional battles and which teams can challenge Australia for the World Cup.We discuss:The biggest takeaways from the NRL Grand FinalRoosters 19-18 KnightsDaly Cherry-Evans' fairytale finishJames Tedesco's Clive Churchill MedalMark Nawaqanitawase's Grand Final performanceWhat the Knights can take from their incredible seasonThe 2026 Kangaroos squadThe new faces in the Australian teamTedesco vs Reece Walsh for the No.1 jerseyThe biggest Kiwis squad talking pointsKalyn Ponga's return to the New Zealand teamEngland's World Cup squadThe teams that can challenge AustraliaOur early World Cup predictionsWho we think will make the World Cup FinalThe 2026 Rugby League World Cup kicks off on October 15 with Australia taking on New Zealand in Sydney.Who do you think wins the World Cup?Subscribe to The Chad Townsend Show for NRL stories, interviews, analysis and behind-the-scenes rugby league content.LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Chad Townsend YouTube channel for NRL news, analysis, tips, interviews, player stories and weekly rugby league podcasts.If you like these videos please make sure you SUBSCRIBE!Join BearBet today for all my footy tips and multis throughout the season: https://www.bearbet.com.au/signup/ChadTownsendGamble ResponsiblyJoin FANSCOOP for members only exclusive insights and access:https://www.fanscoop.tv/chadtownsendMY WEBSITE:https://www.chadtownsend.com.au PLAYERS GOLF CLUB - SHOP HERE:https://www.playersgolfclub.com.auTHE CHAD TOWNSEND SHOW PODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EvFnF9...HUDDLE CONNECT:Huddle connect is an Aussie owned broadband provider delivering high performance internet speeds. Huddle Connect allows you to give up to $5 from your internet plan every month back to grass roots sports. https://linktr.ee/huddleconnectContact:Chad@chadtownsend.com.au THE NUTRITIOUS BROS:CHAD20 for 20% off first orderCHAD10 for 10% off ongoing orderhttps://thenutritiousbros.com.au/LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR VOICEMAIL TO GET ON THE SHOW:https://www.speakpipe.com/thechadtownsendshowPlease make sure if you enjoy the content that you subscribe, like and comment it really does make a huge difference and I am really grateful for your support.CT
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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 action than ever before. With deep conversations, elite athlete mindset breakdowns, and headline-making interviews, this is the show for anyone who loves the NRL and wants the stories behind the stories. Big guests. Big opinions. Big moments.
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