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League Express Podcast

Martyn Sadler and Jake Kearnan

119 episodes

6 days ago

n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Pundit and Rugby League Coach John Kear to break down the Ashes series following Australia’s 3–0 sweep over England. They analyse where England fell short, what lessons can be learned ahead of the next Rugby League World Cup, and whether Shaun Wane has done enough to remain as England coach. The panel also discuss: 🏆 Who deserves the Golden Boot award this year💬 England’s key take...

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n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Pundit and Rugby League Coach John Kear to break down the Ashes series following Australia’s 3–0 sweep over England. They analyse where England fell short, what lessons can be learned ahead of the next Rugby League World Cup, and whether Shaun Wane has done enough to remain as England coach. The panel also discuss: 🏆 Who deserves the Golden Boot award this year💬 England’s key take...

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Episodes (20/119)

League Express Podcast

#114:John Kear on England’s Ashes Defeat, Shaun Wane’s Future & The Golden Boot Race | League Express Podcast

n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Pundit and Rugby League Coach John Kear to break down the Ashes series following Australia’s 3–0 sweep over England. They analyse where England fell short, what lessons can be learned ahead of the next Rugby League World Cup, and whether Shaun Wane has done enough to remain as England coach. The panel also discuss: 🏆 Who deserves the Golden Boot award this year💬 England’s key take...

6 days ago

53 minutes

League Express Podcast

#113: Australia Win the Ashes. England’s Struggles & NZ Smash Tonga | League Express Podcast

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down a huge weekend of international Rugby League action — headlined by Australia securing the Ashes at Everton’s new stadium in Liverpool and New Zealand’s dominant win over Tonga. 🏉 Topics include: Australia clinching the Ashes Series in LiverpoolWhat went wrong for England and what changes Shaun Wane should makeWhether Kevin Walters will give his other squad players a chance in Game 3The ...

2 weeks ago

49 minutes

League Express Podcast

#112: Tony Smith on England’s Ashes Defeat & NRL’s Future in Super League

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Super League and England coach Tony Smith for an in-depth conversation about his legendary career and the current state of Rugby League. 🏉 Topics include: Tony Smith’s reflections on his playing and coaching careerThe future of Rugby League and whether the NRL should invest in Super LeagueReaction to Australia’s 26–6 win over England in the first Ashes TestTony’s thoughts on E...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 2 minutes

League Express Podcast

#111: Ashes Test Preview + Super League’s New Clubs Announced with John Kear

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Pundit and Coach John Kear to preview the first Ashes Test between England and Australia. 🏉 Topics include: Kevin Walters’ team list and why Shaun Wane is yet to name his 17Predictions for England’s starting lineupWhat England must do to beat Australia in Game 1The referee appointments and why Game 1 is crucial to the series outcomeReaction to Super League’s three new clubs: York...

3 weeks ago

58 minutes

League Express Podcast

#110: Hull KR Triumph, England Squad Reaction & Mikey Lewis Heroics

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down a historic night at Old Trafford as Hull KR are crowned Super League Champions for the first time in their history after defeating the Wigan Warriors. 🏉 Topics include: Hull KR’s Grand Final triumph over Wigan WarriorsMikey Lewis’s heroic Rob Burrow Award-winning performanceWillie Peters’ tactical masterclass and how it outsmarted WiganWhat went wrong for Wigan in the Grand FinalBrad O’...

1 month ago

49 minutes

League Express Podcast

#109: John Kear on Super League Grand Final, Ashes & NRL Grand Final

n this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by BBC Commentator and coach John Kear to break down a massive weekend in Rugby League. 🏉 Topics include: Super League Playoffs:Wigan Warriors defeat Leigh LeopardsHull KR beat St Helens to set up a thrilling Super League Grand Final at Old TraffordChampionship Grand Final:Toulouse crowned champions after defeating York KnightsNRL Grand Final:Brisbane Broncos storm back to beat Melbourne...

1 month ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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#108: Ashes Ticket Sales, Super League Playoffs & NRL Grand Final Preview with RL Commercial's Rhodri Jones

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Rhodri Jones, Managing Director of RL Commercial, to discuss the business side of Rugby League and the latest on the field. 🏉 Topics include: How Ashes ticket sales are progressingThe financial boost the Ashes series could bring to Rugby LeagueUpdates on the upcoming broadcast rights deal negotiationsReaction to the first week of the Super League Playoffs:Leigh Leopards defeating Wak...

1 month ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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#107: Super League Playoffs Preview & Dream Team Reaction + Jason Demetriou to London Broncos

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down the biggest stories in Rugby League, from the Super League Playoffs to the NRL Finals and beyond. 🏉 Topics include: Full preview of the Super League Playoffs and who the favourites are going into the weekendReaction to the announcement of the Super League Dream TeamPredictions for the NRL Preliminary FinalsWhich players have declared their allegiance to Australia and England ahead of th...

1 month ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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#106: Steve McNamara on Life After Catalans | NRL or Super League Next?

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Catalans Dragons and England coach Steve McNamara for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about his coaching journey, playing career, and what’s next. 🏉 Topics include: Steve’s recent trip to Australia and the NRL clubs he visitedWhether his next coaching role will be in Super League or the NRLAn honest breakdown of what went wrong at Catalans DragonsThe highlights of his ...

2 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

League Express Podcast

#105: Darren Lockyer’s London Broncos Bid | Could They Return to Super League?

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan dive into the biggest Rugby League stories from Super League, the NRL, and beyond. 🏉 Topics include: RFL Chief Executive Tony Sutton standing down and what it means for the sportDarren Lockyer leading a consortium looking to buy the London BroncosCould former Souths coach Jason Demetriou be a target for the Broncos?Will new investment help the Broncos return to Super League and become a household ...

2 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

League Express Podcast

#104: Mike Ford on Oldham’s Super League Bid, Expansion & Rugby League’s Future

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Oldham Roughyeds Managing Director Mike Ford for an in-depth discussion on the future of Rugby League, Super League expansion, and Oldham’s ambitious rise.🏉 Topics include:Oldham’s bid to join Super LeagueThe proposed merger of the Betfred Championship and League 1How Oldham climbed from League 1 to the Championship top fourIs the sport ready for a 14-team Super League?Should new clu...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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#103: John Kear on Championship Playoffs, Super League Promotion & Lewis Dodd’s Future

In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan are joined by Batley Bulldogs coach John Kear for a wide-ranging discussion on the Championship playoffs, Super League, and the international game. 🏉 Topics include: How the Championship playoff race is shaping upWhich club John believes should be promoted to Super League next yearHis prediction for the Championship winnersReaction to the weekend’s Super League action:Leeds Rhinos defeating Hull K...

2 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

League Express Podcast

#102: Payne Haas Chooses Samoa, Billy Smith for England | League Express Podcast

🎙️ In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan break down another huge weekend of Super League action and the biggest talking points across the sport. 🏉 Topics include: Hull KR’s dramatic win over the Wigan Warriors in a top-of-the-table clashHow Wigan battled without stars Bevan French and Junior NsembaPayne Haas choosing to represent Samoa over AustraliaBilly Smith putting his hand up for Shaun Wane's England sideAre Hull KR favourites to...

3 months ago

54 minutes

League Express Podcast

#101: Huddersfield’s Big Mistake? Tim Butcher on IMG, Brad Arthur & 14-Team Super League

🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan welcome Rugby League Yearbook author Tim Butcher for an in-depth conversation about the sport’s history and the biggest stories in today’s game. 🏉 Topics include: The origins of League Express and how Martyn & Tim first launched itWhat it takes to research and write the annual Rugby League YearbookWhy the Huddersfield Giants changing stadiums could be a costly mistakeThe Leeds Rhinos re-sig...

3 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

League Express Podcast

#100: “Super League in Crisis or Evolution? Eamonn McManus Talks RFL, IMG & Playoff Hopes”

🎙️ In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and host Jake Kearnan sit down with St Helens Chairman Eamonn McManus for an unmissable conversation about the current state and future of Super League. 🏉 Topics covered include: The proposed 14-team Super League expansion for 2025St Helens' push toward the playoffsHas IMG’s involvement in Rugby League been a success?Eamonn’s personal journey into Rugby LeagueHis concerns with the video referee system The long-...

3 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

League Express Podcast

#99 - League Express - Wakefield Trinity Owner Matthew Ellis joins the show

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Wakefield Trinity Owner Matthew Ellis. They discuss Wakefield's rebuild under Ellis, there return to Super League and what the future holds for the club. Matt gives his thoughts on the decision to move to 14 teams, his honest assessment of the state of the game and if he thinks they should stop at 14 teams.

3 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

League Express Podcast

League Express - Will a 14 team Super League work?

In this week's mini episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Super League expanding to 14 teams. They discuss whether it is enough notice for clubs, who will be brought up and whether Salford will remain in 2026.

3 months ago

25 minutes

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#98 - League Express - Gary Hetherington joins the show to talk London Broncos future

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington to talk the future of the London Broncos. Gary discusses the new direction London are taking, new investment opportunities and whether he supports a 14-team Super League. He discusses what his new role with London will entail, his discussions with Australian investors and the potential Rugby League has in London if marketed correctly.

3 months ago

39 minutes

League Express Podcast

#97 - League Express - New RFL Chair Nigel Wood joins the show

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by RFL Chair Nigel Wood. They discuss Nigel's appointment as RFL Chair, Tueday's meeting with club's about the strategic review and what the future of the game holds. They discuss the potential of a 14 team Super League, getting the RFL's finances in order and the NRL's interest in Super League. They discuss the future of French clubs, the next broadcasting agreement and how the game ca...

4 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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#96 - League Express - Where does this rank among the great Queensland series wins? + Danny McGuire exits Castleford

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan react to Queensland's winning the 2025 series win. They discuss where it ranks among the best Queensland series wins of all time, who they thought played the best and discuss the heroic efforts of Cam Munster playing three days after his father passed away. They discuss Danny McGuire's exit at Castleford and where he might end up, changes to the international player quota and Sam Lisone signing wi...

4 months ago

58 minutes