Two of the game’s most powerful player agents Steve Gillis and David Riolo go toe to toe in a cutting and raw-edged debate about the world they live in.

The veteran agents - with almost 60 years experience in the industry between them - share their secrets, what it’s like working as an agent, the highs and the lows and the key to their success.

It’s a not to be missed episode of Chiming In which will give you an insight into player managers and the lives they lead.

The duo discuss all the big issues and answer questions such as should coaches be allowed to have agents, the minimum age for signing players, trade windows, recruitment and the many troubles players constantly face.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:44 - Former NRL star

06:59 - How the NRL regulates agents

08:42 - Galvin saga

14:00 - Agents for coaches

20:29 - Importance of good relationships with clubs

25:04 - The 'sell' to young players

29:44 - Language & culture barriers

32:16 - Evolution of the women's game

34:49 - Trade windows & drafts

41:38 - Crisis management with players

42:53 - Todd Carney bubbler

44:52 - Clubs big pitch to players

52:47 - Good day for an agent?

01:00:40 - Rules for acquiring new players

01:04:13 - NRL agent accreditation review

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