The Take with Willie Mason

The Season 3 Finale | 13- 10 - 2022

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 00:15:50 GMT

Willie & Iain are back for the last episode of the year, it has been one hell of a year and the boys are here to give you all of their lowlights and highlights of this NRL season. But before all that, the NRL is up to its old tricks this week with coaches on the chopping board, players in hot water after a night on the bender and of course the RLWC is coming up so make sure you listen to this weeeks episode of The Take With Willie & Iain to catch up on all your NRL needs.

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Grand Final Preview | 29- 09 - 2022

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:57:05 GMT

It's finally here, The Grand Final! Willie and Iain a back again this week to break it all down for you from winners to clive churchill meadlists. But thats not all, it's been one very crazy week, journalists are calling out Willie, trainers are are being suspended and the bunker is just as useless as ever. So tune in to this week's riveting episode of The Take With Willie & Iain.

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Prelim Finals Preview | 22- 09 - 2022

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 23:52:43 GMT

The Preliminary Finals are upon us and the boys are here to break it all down from the matchups to the weather and of course the grand finalists for this year. The boys also shed light on Mario Fenech's situation and the struggle him and other players go through post rugby league, make sure to check it all out on this weeks episode of The Take With Willie & Iain.

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Semi Finals Preview | 15- 09 - 2022

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:47:15 GMT

After a very controversial weekend of rugby leage the boys are here to break it all down from sin bin sunday to brinign back the biff the boys have covered all your NRL queries and questions. So make sure you tune in to this weeks episode of The Take with Willie & Iain and don't miss out!

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Finals Week 1 | 08 - 09 - 2022

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 01:22:06 GMT

Finals are here and the boys are back to break down all the amazing games this weekend and update you all on all the crazy NRL news this week. Should Taylan may be playing finals? Does Latrell deserve the boos? And is Manly's implosion the real deal? Find out everything and more on this weeks episode of The Take with Willie & Iain.

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The Calm Before The Storm | 1- 09 - 2022

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 01:47:04 GMT

It's the last week before finals and with the top 8 all but secured the teams are preparing for what could be a very interesting post season. The boys also are here to talk about all the crazy news from this week such as Rugby Australia's pochaing bid on league stars, resting players and if a coaches spray should be taken personally by the players.

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There's More To Life Than Multi's | 24 - 08 - 2022

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 23:11:24 GMT

This week Willie talks about the horrible death threats Jaxon Paulo recieved over the weekend and the effects it can have on a player, the huge blowouts over the weekend, Tamou's brain snap and the future of the NRL grand final. Catch everything you missed out on last NRL weekend on this week's episode of The Take With Willie & Iain.

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"We Have To Talk" | 18- 08 - 2022

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 22:41:02 GMT

In this weeks episode Willie talks about the importance of mental health and how the NRL has to change it's "tough bloke" mentality, especially off the field. The boys also chat about Ciraldo's new signing, Corey Norman's antics in England and Ponga's controversial bathroom mishap, catch it all on this weeks episode of The Take with Willie & Iain.

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Ricky's Sticky Situation | 08- 11 - 2022

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 09:59:55 GMT

The boys are back in town after one hectic weekend of rugby league, Ricky has gone rampant, Kangaroo's are jumping ship and Gallen is poised to fight two fighters in one night! Tune in to this week's episode of The Take with Willie & Iain and hear their takes on this weeks drama and all the upcoming games this week.

Willie, Iain and the rest of us at the Take would like to pay respects to Paul Green and his family in these troubling times.

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The Judiciary Is Put On Notice | 3 - 08 - 2022

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 23:15:00 GMT

The judiciary is failing us with bad call after bad call but fear not Willie and Iain are here to sort it all out with a brand new revamped system. But thats not it the boys also are back this week to update us on the interim coach of the year, Eddie Jones' NRL coaching hopes and the controversial late transfer system, so make sure you check out this weeks thrilling episode of The Take With Willie & Iain.

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Bring Back The Biff | 21- 07 - 2022

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:08:45 GMT

In the wake of Origin Willie & Iain are back to review all the madness of Game III, there were big hits, punch ups and apparently a lack of passion from the NSW side, do you agree? Willie doesn't! Hear about it all on this weeks thrilling episode ot The Take With Willlie & Iain.

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State Of Origin III Preview | 7 - 7 - 2022

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 23:24:03 GMT

The boys return this week well rested to break down everything you want to know about Origin III and the NRL. Have the referees lost their marbles? Should Wighton have been picked in the starting 13? And did QLD select the right side for game III? Find out everything on this weeks episode of The Take With WIllie & Iain.

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State Of Origin II Preview | 23 - 06 - 2022

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:09:54 GMT

State Of Origin Game II is this weekend and the boys are here to break it all down from the Blues' mass changes to Queensland's chances of winning the series in Perth. They also touch on all the latest drama in the NRL like the trouble in Tiger Town, Lachlan Illias' hooking and the upcoming International matches.

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Dally M Interim Coach | 16- 06 - 2022

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 00:41:35 GMT

After all the coaches sacked this year the boys are petitioning for a Dally M Interim Coach of the Year, with Mick Potter in the front-running will the other coaches catch him and will there be more coaches joining the fold by the end of the year? The boys also discuss Naden and Kafusi's judiciary charges, Ciraldo's coaching prospects and Luciano Leilua's suddon mid season transfer.

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State Of Origin I Review | 10 - 06 - 2022

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 23:40:30 GMT

The boys are here to breakdown everything Origin I, where did it all go wrong for NSW, what went so right for QLD, find it all out on this weeks episode of The Take with Willie & Iain.

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Origin Blues | 02 - 06 - 2022

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 01:43:03 GMT

Origin is back and so is The Take, the boys are here to chat everything Origin I like who's in the squad, who isn't and who should be. The boys also give their weekly rundown of the NRL, is Payne Haas underpaid? Who will be the next Bulldogs coach? Find out this week on The Take with Willie & Iain.

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Bunker Beatdown | 25- 05 - 2022

Wed, 25 May 2022 05:20:20 GMT

After years of campaigning for the removal of the bunker the boy's message has finally reached our glorious leaders at NRL 360 and the Australian public, the bunker's days are numbered and you have Willie & Iain to thank for that. But the boy's aren't just talking about the bunker, this week they chat about the dogs rebuild, the importance of Indigeous round and the Warriors homecoming, hear about everything and more this week on The Take.

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Have The Dogs Hit Rock Bottom? | 18- 05 - 2022

Wed, 18 May 2022 08:05:31 GMT

Willie is here to break down everything that has happened inside the Bulldogs camp this camp this week. You'll hear everything from Gus' 5 year plan to the Bulldogs' 2022 finals chances, so make sure you listen to this weeks thrilling tell-all episode of The Take.

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Iain Hates Everything | 11- 05 - 2022

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:58:32 GMT

The boys are back this week with a vengance, no one is safe especially not the bunker, player managers or the media. Tune in this week to find out who's on the chopping board and who's safe for the week.

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The Willie Mason Cup | 05- 05 - 2022

Wed, 04 May 2022 23:51:18 GMT

This week on The Take the boys discuss Karl Lawton's dangerous tackle, Kalyn Ponga's captaincy and the Bulldogs outstanding performance in the WIllie Mason Cup over the weekend.

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Crowds Gone Wild | 27- 04 - 2022

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:39:34 GMT

It's been a wild week in the NRL, fights in the crowd, record breaking scorelines and the Dolphins are struggling to field a team next year but don't worry Willie and Iain are here to break it all down. The boys also give their support to Nathan Stapleton who recently suffered a severe spinal cord injury earlier this month, if you're able to donate and help out Nathan click the link below, every dollar counts!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/nathan-stapletons-spinal-injury-recovery

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Why Lomax Will Never Play Origin | 21 - 04 - 2022

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:05:04 GMT

After a chaotic week in the NRL the boys are here to break it all down from the Tigers incredible upset win over the eels to Lomax's strange post try celebration and it's origin implications.

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Pitch Invasions | 14- 04 - 2022

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:11:44 GMT

The NRL has been crazy this week and the boys are back to break it all down from pitch invaders to the Anthony Milford drama. If you need all the news on the NRL The Take with Willie & Iain is the place to go.

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The Take Vs The Media | 7- 04 - 2022

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:36:19 GMT

This week the boys a back again to wage war on the media after their unfair hammering of Kyle Flannagan, Payne Haas and their battering of the Tigers this season. Who will come out on top The Take or the media? Hear it all on this week's episode.

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Catch & Release | 31- 03 - 2022

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:13:12 GMT

This week the boys show that they know a lot more than just NRL with a breakdown of SBW vs Barry Hall, Buddy Franklin's 1000th goal and Will Smiths Oscars antics. But don't worry they're also here to inform you on everything NRL over the past week from Mitch Barnett's hellbow to Billy Slater getting the gang back together to coach QLD this year.

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"I Was Close To Writing An Angry Letter" | 23 - 03 - 2022

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:52:44 GMT

This week Willie calls out the media on their dodgy reporting, Iain updates us all on his hot cross bun addiction and the boys give their expert analysis on everything rugby league this week.

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Are Teams Taking HIA's Seriously Enough? | 16 - 03 - 2022

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 05:55:42 GMT

The boys are back for another week of The Take and are back to chat all things Round 1. From Wayne's words on HIAs to teams mismanaging their big boys the boys have everything covered on this week's episode of The Take with Willie & Iain.

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We're Back! Live From The Take Stadium | 10 - 03 - 2021

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 02:00:08 GMT

This week the boys kick off the 2022 NRL season with a huge episode breaking down all the round 1 games and off season drama. Who's winning the premiership? Is your team making the 8? Find out on this year's season opener of The Take.

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The Take, A Year In Review | 14 - 10 - 2021

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:15:36 GMT

This week: it’s the season finale of ‘The Take’, with Willie, Iain and Reni looking back at all of the craziness of the NRL year, as well as sharing some of their favourite moments of the season. They’ll also present the winner of Willie’s ‘Big Boys’ and announce which junior NRL club will receive $7000 to support them after this tough year.

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Grand Final Preview | 29 - 09- 2021

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 22:51:17 GMT

Willie, Iain and Reni are back in the studio to break down the NRL Grand Final. Will Wayne have his fairy tail ending at the Bunnies or will Cleary's Panthers avenge last years loss and take the Trophy back to Penrith, find out on this weeks episode of The Take.

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Prelim Finals: Return Of The Reni | 23 - 09- 2021

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:11:25 GMT

Willie, Iain & Reni return to break down the Preliminary Finals, will South Sydney make their first Grand Final in 7 years? Are the in form Storm going to roll through the Panthers on their way to their first consecutive premiership? Find out everything and more on this weeks episode of The Take.

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Reni's Back For Semi Finals Footy | 16 - 09- 2021

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:59:49 GMT

Reni Maitua joins the boys again this week to break down everything finals footy. The boys also dissect all the NRL news this week including the Bulldogs end of season clean out, the Cleary vs Bennett saga and Billy Slater's QLD coaching offer.

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Finals Week 1 Special With Reni Maitua | 9 - 09- 2021

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:01:58 GMT

It's everyone's favourite time of the year - finals footy! This week, the boys are joined by Reni Maitua to break down the games and discuss all the craziness happening in the NRL this week, from new bigger player fines to coaches being sacked.

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Has Latrell Cost His Team The Premiership? | 2-09 -2021

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 23:07:17 GMT

This week Willie and Iain are back to chat about all things NRL including Latrell's suspension, resting players, Lachlan Lewis' wacky eBay escapade, and if Payne Haas deserves to be the NRL's next million dollar player.

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Willie & Iain Tackle Player Behaviour | 26 - 08 - 2021

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:19:42 GMT

This week the boys solve the NRL's biggest problems - from poorly behaved players to player vaccination rollout, Willie and Iain have a solution for it all. They also take a look at who should lead the new NRL expansion team.

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Willie Dissects The Eels Implosion | 19 - 08 - 2021

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:29:26 GMT

This week Willie and Iain chat about the imploding Eels and the reason behind their poor performance and whether Gutherson is worth the million dollar price tag, as well as tackling Connor Watson's new contract with the Roosters and what that means for Newcastle.

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Willie Doesn't Care About Your Multis | 12 - 08 - 2021

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 23:57:03 GMT

This week Willie and Iain tackle the trolls, taking a look at what can be done to stop the constant harassment directed at the players off the field. They ask the question of whether Will Chambers and his on-field sledging is good or bad for the game, and take aim at AFL's Tex Walker and the racist remarks made to another player last week, discussing how there is no place for it in Australian sports.

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The Olympics Special with John Steffensen | 05-08 -2021

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 23:38:10 GMT

This week the boys are joined by Olympic Silver Medallist John Steffensen to break down Australia's impressive Athletics performance. Is Australia on the verge of track Athletics gold? Is Rohan Browning the athlete to do it? Find out everything and more on this week's episode of 'The Take With Willie & Iain'.

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Indigenous Sides Should Be In The World Cup | 29 - 07 - 2021

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 23:27:30 GMT

This week the boys chat about the Rugby League World Cup fiasco, RTS leaving the Warriors, the constant COVID breaches and recap their favourite Olympic moments so far.

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Pangaimonium | 22 - 07 - 2021

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 23:32:38 GMT

This week the boys talk Tevita Pangai Jr's crazy mid season transfer to the Panthers and how integral he is to the Bulldogs rebuild next year. They also dissect the Lachlan Lewis brain snap, Kane Evans' absurd wrist tape profanity and the upcoming Rugby League World Cup.

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State Of Origin III Recap | 16 - 07 - 2021

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 23:23:04 GMT

This week the boys break down all things State of Origin III and question if Sam Walker's last second play was 'arrogant' or not.

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State Of Origin III Special | 13 - 07 - 2021

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 23:49:56 GMT

The boys are coming to you again from Zoom to break down everything you need to know for State of Origin III.

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The Biggest Brain Fart In The History Of Rugby League | 8 - 07 - 2021

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 23:56:39 GMT

This week Willie & Iain unpack the “biggest brain fart in the history of rugby league”, aka the Dragons COVID party; what happened, where it all went wrong and how the Club handled the aftermath.

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The Take: COVID Strikes Back | 1 - 07 – 2021

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:21:27 GMT

Not even lockdown can hold back Willie & Iain! This week the team is back to dissect everything that's happened in the NRL in the past seven days - from COVID breaches to that Sunday night State Of Origin match. It's a big one!

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State Of Origin II Special "The Boys Are Ready To Come Up Here And Take The Series" | 24 - 06 - 2021

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 23:57:37 GMT

This week Willie and Iain preview everything Origin 2 and recap all of the craziness in the NRL last week.

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Full Credit To Ken | 17-06 -2021

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 23:19:33 GMT

This week the boys break down Ken Maumalo's heart-breaking exit from the Warriors, discuss the ongoing inconsistencies from the NRL judiciary and recap Boyd Cordner's illustrious career after his early retirement due to ongoing concussion issues.

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State Of Origin Game 1 Recap | 10-06 -2021

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 23:46:37 GMT

Willie and Iain break down all the madness from NSW's dominant win over Queensland in Origin game 1 and preview all this weekends NRL games.

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State Of Origin Special with Greg Inglis | 07-06 -2021

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 22:56:36 GMT

Arguably the greatest Origin player of all time Greg Inglis joins the boys to discuss all things Origin.

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Willie Cracks Down on Big-Headed Journalists | 3 - 06 - 2021

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 01:01:45 GMT

Forget the head high crackdown! This week Willie and Iain crackdown on the journalists that are getting a bit too big for their boots and the petty drama that comes along with it. The boys also dissect the RLPA coup on V'landys and speak on why Indigenous round is so important.

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Will The Head High Crackdown Ruin State Of Origin? | 27 - 05 - 2021

Wed, 26 May 2021 23:53:57 GMT

This Week Willie & Iain discuss why the new head high crackdown was introduced and how it is going to ruin State of Origin as well as where George Williams got it wrong in his ugly break up with the Canberra Raiders.

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Was Magic Round The Biggest Blunder In NRL History? | 20 - 05 - 2021

Thu, 20 May 2021 00:46:55 GMT

This week Willie and Iain break down the dilemma that was Magic Round 2021 and how V'Landys is trying to fix a game that isn't broken.

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Debunking The Madness That Is The NRL Bunker | 13 - 05 - 2021

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:14:34 GMT

Is the Bunker worth the hassle? Why hasn't Matt Parish been sacked? Did the Bulldogs drop the ball with Flanagan? find out this week on The Take with Willie & Iain.

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Forget What The Papers Are Saying - Here's Who Really Needs To Be Sacked | 06 - 05 - 2021

Thu, 06 May 2021 04:38:38 GMT

This week Willie explains why the Johns brothers and SBW need to coach the Samoan national team and how the Broncos keep making the wrong decisions week after week.

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Why Latrell Mitchell’s Stand Against Racism Is Game Changing For The NRL | 29 - 04 - 2021

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 02:37:33 GMT

Willie praises Latrell Mitchell's stance against racism in the NRL and why the Broncos are the biggest "shitshow" in the game right now.

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The Problem With The NRL Judiciary & Why It's Never Changed | 22 - 04 - 2021

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 01:53:04 GMT

Willie & Iain tackle the controversial NRL judiciary rulings this week and the brutal truth about sharting on the field.

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Would Penrith be so cocky if you could still throw a punch in the NRL? | 15 - 04 - 2021

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:36:38 GMT

Willie tells V'landys the solution to the HIA sub issues, the boys discuss the John Morris axing WTF! and would Penrith be so cocky if you could still throw a punch... Willie thinks not.

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Does The NRL Take Care Of Retiring Players? | 08 - 04 - 2021

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 23:07:36 GMT

Willie & Iain discuss Jake Friend's potential retirement and how the NRL treat retiring players and question what in the hell South Sydney are doing (or not doing) with Adam Reynolds.

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What Has Happened To The Culture In NRL Clubs? | 01 - 04 - 2021

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 23:36:31 GMT

This week, Willie & Iain discuss the new 18th man rule, the ongoing criticism of Craig Bellamy and why the culture within NRL clubs seem to be changing... for the worse.

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Willie Puts The NRL Journalists On Notice | 25 - 03 - 2021

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:01:12 GMT

Felise Kaufusi controversy, dodgy interviews & coaches in "trouble" - no NRL journalist is safe as Willie & Iain tackle the week's biggest stories!

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We Already Have The Story Of The 2021 Season | 18 - 03 - 2021

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 01:33:47 GMT

Willie & Iain discuss the shock new role for Jason Taumalolo, Toby Rudolf's controversial interview and provide all the betting and footy tips for round two.

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Round 1 - We're Away It's Game Time | 11-03-2021

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 22:03:46 GMT

Storm and NRL legend Cam Smith retires, Willie & Iain preview Round 1 game by game, were back on the punt to raise money for a local club and Willie delves into the archives set the record straight.

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Season Preview - Why Willie wants to buy the NRL | 04 - 03 - 2021

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:40:14 GMT

The Take is back for season two! Join the boys as they preview the upcoming 2021 NRL season and Willie reveals why he wants to buy the NRL...

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We Wrap Up State Of Origin 2020 | 19 - 11 - 2020

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:52:05 GMT

Join Willie & Iain as they go through Game Three and wrap up the 2020 State of Origin series!

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State Of Origin Game Two Preview | 11 - 11 - 2020

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:15:29 GMT

Willie & Iain review State Of Origin Game One and preview Game Two!

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A Complete Rundown Of State Of Origin Game One | 05 - 11 - 2020

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:20:02 GMT

Join Willie & Iain as they watch State Of Origin: Game One. Pre-show, half time and full time - the boys look at all the action and preview Game Two!

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Grand Final Wrap & Looking Ahead To State Of Origin | 29 - 10 - 2020

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 23:30:02 GMT

Willie & Iain dissect the 2020 grand final and look ahead to the State Of Origin series and who needs to be picked in both sides.

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The Take Grand Final Special | 23 - 10 - 2020

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 20:30:20 GMT

Our Grand Final show team boasts over 750 NRL games, 2 NRL premierships, a Clive Churchill medallist, countless Origin and Test appearances and of course our host Iain Byrne who contributes nothing to those stats. Anthony Minichiello and Reni Maitua join the boys for a very special Grand Final preview.

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Reni Returns To Preview Semi Finals Footy | 15 - 10 - 2020

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 23:55:55 GMT

Reni Maitua returns to preview semi finals footy with the boys and discuss potential player movements in 2021 and the Michael Jennings controversy.

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Reni Maitua Helps Preview Week Two Of Finals Footy | 08 - 10 - 2020

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 01:29:55 GMT

Fellow Bulldogs legend Reni Maitua joins the podcast to preview week two of finals footy and discusses the demise of the Canterbury club over the last decade.

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Anthony Minichiello Joins The Show To Preview Week One Of Finals | 01 - 10 - 2020

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 02:04:20 GMT

Rugby league legend Anthony Minichiello joins this week's episode to preview week one of the 2020 finals!

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Why the NRL Trial Rules This Weekend Are 'Demeaning' To Players | 24 - 09 - 2020

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 03:12:20 GMT

Willie takes aim at NRL for trialling new rules this weekend, why resting players is a good thing for the game and a callout to all players to behave this Mad Monday.

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What's Going On With Parra & Can They Fix It Before Finals? | 17 - 09 - 2020

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 02:51:06 GMT

On this episode: Can the Eels fix their problems before finals time and Willie reveals why Addin Fonua-Blake wants out of Manly.

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Gus Gould's Fall Out As Anthony Griffin Lands New Coaching Gig | 10 - 09 - 2020

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 02:16:18 GMT

This week the boys talk about Gus Gould's big fall out following Anthony Griffin's call back into the NRL and how an Xzibit concert changed the NRL rules.

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Willie Blasts Major NRL Coach | 03 - 09 - 2020

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:52:44 GMT

Willie blasts a major NRL coach for comments about the 2002 Bulldogs side, slams the West Tigers' handling of Benji Marshall and shares a story about a trip to the iconic Old Trafford football stadium.

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Who Should Take Over The Broncos Now? | 27 - 08 - 2020

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 01:32:30 GMT

Who should take over the Broncos, the scrutiny surrounding Cameron Smith's future and yet another tale from Willie's time in France...

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Kevin Proctor's Send Off For Alleged Bite | 20 - 08 - 2020

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 01:41:23 GMT

This week, the guys discuss whether Kevin Proctor should have been penalised for the alleged bite and the time Willie came that close to heading to the US to play NFL...

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The Social Media Attack On Anthony Seibold | 13 - 08 - 2020

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 02:53:17 GMT

On this episode, the social media attack on Anthony Seibold, Tevita Pangai Junior's COVID breach, a potential big switch for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and why playing for the famous Barbarians team is always a big deal.

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Bennett & Seibold Are At It Again | 06 - 08 - 2020

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 02:23:07 GMT

Bennett & Seibold are at it again, the problem with Nathan Cleary's chances of winning the Dally M and the time Willie almost met Diddy...

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Indigenous Round & David Fifita's Big Move | 30 - 07 - 2020

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 01:26:57 GMT

This week the guys discuss Indigenous round, David Fifita's big move and what Sonny Bill's return means for the Roosters and the NRL. Oh, and the time Willie almost met a Princess...

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Why Cowboys Had To Sack Paul Green | 23 - 07 - 2020

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 08:24:36 GMT

Paul Green's out, where to next for Sonny Bill Williams and why 16-year-old Joseph Suaalii going to rugby union isn't a bad thing.

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Dean Pay's Out - Who Can Fix The Bulldogs? | 16 - 07 - 2020

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 05:25:26 GMT

This week the boys discuss Dean Pay's exit from the Bulldogs, who can fix the club and which coach is now most under pressure. Meanwhile, you want tips this weekend? We've got 'em!

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Did Addin Fonua-Blake Deserve His Punishment? | 09 - 07 - 2020

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 03:26:58 GMT

The Addin Fonua-Blake controversy, David Fifita's big decision and all of the tips on this weekend's games!

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Are Player Managers Bad For The NRL? | 02 - 07 - 2020

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 04:24:20 GMT

This week, the guys talk player managers on the back of Sticky's spray, Wayne Bennett's clap back to the Broncos and what is going on with Seibold's roster?!

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Wayne Bennett Hits Out At Media | 25 - 06 - 2020

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 02:52:05 GMT

This week, Willie talks about Wayne Bennett's outburst at media and his personal relationship with the super coach, who he's picking this weekend and how a debuting Kangaroos player got the shock call up during a night out on the town..

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Willie Goes In On Outrage Over NRL Players Taking A Knee | 18 - 06 - 2020

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 02:29:22 GMT

This week Willie takes aim at anyone who had an issue with NRL players taking a knee and discusses player agents, as well as all of the hot tips for this weekend's games!

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The Erin Molan Controversy | 11 - 06 - 2020

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:59:12 GMT

Willie and Iain discuss the Erin Molan controversy, the lack of leadership in some of the NRL teams and this week's Origin tales is not for the feint of heart!

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NRL Rule Changes Have Made The Game Better | 04 - 06 - 2020

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 05:31:00 GMT

Willie and Iain look at the return of the NRL, the rule changes and why the game might be better now than it ever has been before. Meanwhile the producers hot streak with NEDS continues and Willie continues to explain why bonding sessions for Origin teams no longer happen.

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With Hugh Bowman

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:03:10 GMT

Check out the full and unedited interview with Aussie racing jockey Hugh Bowman from our latest episode!

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NRL Is Finally Back On For 2020 | 28 - 05 - 2020

Thu, 28 May 2020 06:08:47 GMT

THE FOOTY IS FINALLY BACK. On this episode, Willie gives his tips on this weekend's matches and Australian jockey and champion Hugh Bowman joins the show!

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With James Magnussen

Tue, 26 May 2020 02:46:42 GMT

Listen to the full uncut interview with Australian Olympic champion James Magnussen from our latest episode!

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Greg Inglis' Shock Return Announcement | 21 - 05 - 2020

Thu, 21 May 2020 06:17:12 GMT

We talk Greg Inglis' big move to the UK, champion swimmer James Magnussen calls in and what the f*$k are the NRL refs doing?

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With John Steffensen

Mon, 18 May 2020 03:46:24 GMT

Check out our full unedited interview with Australian Olympian John Steffensen from the latest episode!

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The Long Term Effects Of The NRL Anti-vaxxer Debate | 14 - 05 - 2020

Thu, 14 May 2020 06:47:35 GMT

The long term effects of the anti-vaxxer debates, Australian Olympian John Steffensen joins the show and this week's Kangaroos Tales takes place in Amsterdam... enough said.

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With Joel Parkinson

Mon, 11 May 2020 03:45:31 GMT

Check out our full unedited interview with champion surfer Joel Parkinson from the latest episode!

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The NRL & Nine War Continues | 07 - 05 - 2020

Thu, 07 May 2020 03:42:34 GMT

The NRL & Nine war continues, media vs Latrell Mitchell and good friend (and champion pro surfer FYI) Joel Parkinson calls in!

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With Anthony Minichiello

Mon, 04 May 2020 04:10:19 GMT

Listen to the full interview with Anthony Minichiello from the latest episode. The legendary fullback talks coming through the ranks, overcoming serious injuries, winning premierships and shares his own Kangaroos tales!

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Legendary Fullback Anthony Minichiello Joins The Show | 30 - 04 - 2020

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 07:23:05 GMT

NRL players misbehaving during COVID, one of the greats Anthony Minichiello phones in and this week's Kangaroo tales will teach you why you should never start a bar tab.

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With Sam Burgess

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 02:19:19 GMT

We've done it again. Our chat with Sam Burgess was just too big for our last episode, so for your listening pleasure, we've released the full uncut interview with Sam Burgess!

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The Great Sam Burgess Phones In | 23 - 04 - 2020

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 06:25:04 GMT

Sam Burgess joins this week's episode to discuss his storied career, making the move to Australia and meeting Russell Crowe for the first time. Meanwhile in another Kangaroos tale segment, Willie reveals how to put in a man of the match performance when you're... not in tip top shape.

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BONUS: Full Uncut Interview With Greg Inglis

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:43:16 GMT

Hear the full and uncut interview with rugby league Greg Inglis from last week's episode!

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In Conversation With NRL Legend Greg Inglis | 17 - 04 - 2020

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:34:14 GMT

What a way to celebrate Willie's 40th birthday - the NRL is back AND Greg Inglis joins the show! Also, in another edition of Kangaroo tales: One (awful) night in Prague...

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Sydney Roosters Captain Boyd Cordner Joins The Show | 09 - 04 - 2020

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 02:38:53 GMT

Australia, NSW and Sydney Roosters captain Boyd Cordner joins 'The Take' to talk about the current NRL landscape and his thoughts on reviving the 2020 season.

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Can NRL Head Office & Players Get On The Same Page? | 02 - 04 - 2020

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:21:55 GMT

On this episode, the guys discuss payments for NRL players during the postponement of the 2020 season, cutting salary cap for next year, talks of relocating all teams to Queensland in a bid to resume the season and Willie shares another Kangaroos tale - this time, a trip to Cancun...

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COVID Halts The NRL - What Now? | 26 - 03 - 2020

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 05:50:47 GMT

So the NRL, like every other sport in the world, is on hold indefinitely. Willie & Iain talk about what this means for the game, the players, the clubs and the fans. We switch our punting to horse racing (hoping it still exists come the weekend!) and at the request of a listener, Willie opens up about Kangaroo tour stories. If an iguana and a chinchilla are adopted by an Australian rugby league team, what happens next?

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Round One's Winners & Losers | 19 - 03 - 2020

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:33:54 GMT

This week Willie and Iain examine the options to keep the NRL going in 2020, review round 1's winners and losers, look ahead to round 2 without the fans and celebrate the win on the punt last week with another couple of bets.

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NRL Season 2020 Kicks Off | 12 - 03 - 2020

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:30:46 GMT

Finally the game is back! The boys talk Round 1 but only after taking care of "school" business and what a worldwide pandemic looks like to the NRL.

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The NRL TV Campaign Controversy | 09 - 03 - 2020

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:16:30 GMT

The first episode of 'The Take' kicks off with Willie reacting to the controversy surrounding the new NRL TV campaign and previewing all of the NRL teams ahead of the 2020 season kicking off this week!

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