Feel The Thunder Podcast

Defensive effort not system failure sees Storm tarred with unwanted 118-year stat after conceding 50

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Good Friday turned into a Bad Friday for the Melbourne Storm after conceding 50 points for the first time in 23 seasons, the last occasion was way back in 2003 - almost a generation ago. The Storm are now up against history, endeavouring to overcome an 118-year statistic and record, with no team has been successful in winning the premiership after conceding 50 points in the regular season. But the main focus for a Storm team reeling from being smacked by the high flying Panthers is putting a stop to their three game losing streak with it not extending to a fourth loss on the trot. Stormy Daniel reviews the heavy loss to the competition leaders in Penrith, covers off on a pathways report, what's making Storm news, your listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the Round 6 clash with the Warriors, who themselves are coming off back-to-back losses and will be just as desperate to get back in the winners circle.

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Lack of mental resilience or defensive intent? What is causing Storm's second-half fade outs?

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Back-to-back losses for the Storm which many in the game refer to as uncharacteristic for a club that prides itself on winning and never dropping consecutive games, let alone now looking down the barrel at three-straight losses for the first time since Season 2022. Stormy Daniel gives his two cents worth of why Melbourne have now given up two half-time leads, pointing to defensive system not being adhered to due to disruptions through injury affecting cohesion and connection. What's making Storm news, listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the Good Friday clash with the high flying Panthers.

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Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski joins the podcast for a 'whole of club' update

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Friend of the podcast, Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski joined Stormy Daniel for a chat for a comprehensive 'whole of club' update including turbulent and uncharacteristic off-season, Storm brand on tour and on the road, commercial update, recruitment and retention including emerging pathway players and list management requirements moving forward, Head Coach Craig Bellamy re-committing for a further two seasons, Storm owners looking for capital injection to support pathways and centre of excellence type arrangement in the Melbourne Olympic Park precinct and your listener questions.

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Suffering PTSD as Storm give up 14 point lead to the resurgent Broncos in Grand Final rematch

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

I'm sure Stormy Daniel wasn't alone who was suffering from PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) witnessing the Storm give up a 14-nil lead, only for the 2025 Premiers come over the top of Melbourne yet again, bringing back suppressed memories of the heart breaking Grand Final loss. Storm fans must've been thinking "I've seen this movie before". Coach Craig Bellamy was quite blunt and to the point that it was the lack of defensive application an resolve which disappointed him the most in the Storm's performance, specifically in the second half. Stormy Daniel reviews the Round 3 loss to Brisbane, covers off on Pathways results, what's making Storm news, your listener question's and Team List Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for Melbourne's trip north to Townsville to take on the under pressure Cowboys.

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Fa'alogo extinguishes the Dragons flame with attention now turning to the reigning Premiers

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:45:00 GMT

A 3-try romp in the Gong. Melbourne livewire Sua Fa'alogo announced himself in a career best performance, playing in his preferred position at Fullback. Fa'alogo, the local Victorian product has grabbed the opportunity to succeed the retired Ryan Papenhuyzen and the early signs are very positive, being effective in both facets of the game. Stormy Daniel was there to get a first hand view at Fa'alogo's work in defence and walked away mighty with Fa'alogo's ability to organise the Storm's front line of defence and his relentless comms (communication) from the back, marshalling players to fill the space and nullify opposition numbers. Stormy Daniel reviews the 46-20 win over the Dragons, covers off on pathways results, injury report, what's making Storm news, your listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the Grand Final rematch against the Broncos this Friday night at AAMI Park.

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Three certainties in life: Death, taxes and Storm winning in Round 1

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:40:00 GMT

There are three certainties in life: Death, taxes and Storm winning in Round 1. Melbourne continue their amazing Round 1 victory record, 24 consecutive Round 1 wins since 2002 and 23 wins in-a-row for Bellyache. That's some helluva record. And the Storm maintained the winning streak in style with their largest winning margain in all of their Round 1 victories, punishing the Eels 52-4 in an impressive display with an undermanned team, missing 7 of their who would be considered regular team members including Coates, Loiero, Katoa and Blore just to name a few. Stormy Daniel reviews the big win over the Eels, covers off on the pathways results, what's making Storm news, your listener questions and Team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for Storm's clash with the Dragons this Saturday evening at WIN Stadium - the venue Melbourne Storm played their inaugural game as an NRL club.

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New season, new challenge. A clean slate. Can this new group maintain Storm's Round 1 record?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Can you smell that? Yes folks. That's Round 1. Rugba Leeg is back baby. The wait is over Storm fans. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, including the Lomax saga finally coming to and end....or has it? Eli Katoa speaks, Pathways report, including new feeder partnership with Sydney Rugby League club Mounties, the miraculous Round 1 record - is it under threat? Your listener questions and of course, the first official team list Tuesday for Season 2026.

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Attention and focus turns to Round 1

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The pre-season challenge is done and dusted and so too is the long, arduous pre-season training, where this new Storm group have been building a base, hardening themselves for the 2026 Season and their Premiership campaign. Stormy Daniel touches on the second pre-season hit out against the Titans and despite the lopsided scoreline, Stormy Daniel reads very little into Melbourne's showing in the pre-season challenge, as history shows that all effort, emphasis and focus is on preparing for a hard and fast start in Round 1, where Bellyache will be looking to extend his unbeaten streak to 24 wins. Plus, your listener questions.

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Glorified Trials not a precursor of form or prospects for 2026, whilst Lomax saga rolls on

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel speaks to the Storm's first pre-season challenge fixture which saw a cast of thousands take the field, many of Melbourne's pathway players from last year's Premiership winning Jersey Flegg team and a handful of second tier recruits who will make up the bulk of the Storm's inaugral Knock-On Effect NSW Cup team. Stormy Daniel addresses the latest revelations surrounding the ongoing Zac Lomax that has implicated friend of the podcast, Storm CEO Justin Rodski, reviews Round 2 of junior pathway results, your listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday for Storm's second pre-season challenge fixture against the Titans on the Sunshine Coast this Saturday evening.

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The purple reign of Bellamy set to continue for a little while yet as the Pre-Season Challenge is upon us

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:30:00 GMT

On this week's episode, Stormy Daniel covers off on the unexpected, yet amazing news of Head Coach Craig Bellamy recommitting to the club, not for just another season, but until at least the end of 2028. A sure sign Bellyache is hungrier and more determined than ever to achieve success with the new emerging group of Melbourne Storm players, putting to bed media innuendo that 2026 would be Bellsa's last year before hanging up the clipboard. Not the case. Stormy Daniel will dissect the first Team list Tuesday of 2026, with plenty of young stars set to be named, given an opportunity to show their wares, impress the coaching staff and give Storm fans a glimpse of the talent coming through the pathways, junior pathways update - and of course, your listener questions.

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2026 Season Preview - Will the Storm reign be maintained?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel is back behind the mic to give a 2026 Season 2026 Preview. Gains and Losses. Storm's burning questions, biggest challenges and your listener questions.

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2025 Season Review - This was a tough carry

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMT

A podcast episode that was a long time in the making. Addressing the hurt had to be done. Stormy Daniel reviews Season 2025 and reflects on the heartache of losing what is now back-to-back Grand Finals. Whilst it was somewhat cathartic, the disappointment remains. But as Coach Craig Bellamy says "Grand Finals are hard to make. They're even harder to win" meaning that whilst the team fell short of collecting the ultimate prize, all in all, it was a successful season. Storm fans need to acknowledge that and be proud a Top 2 finish and making yet another Grand Final. You would rather be there, than not.

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Stormcast Podcast returns for Season 2026: Listener questions and big off season stories

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT

And just like that, Stormy Daniel is back for 2026. Stormcast Podcast returns for its fourth season - and begins by covering off on all the big off-season headlines, news and stories; answering listener questions, specifically around player movement, none bigger than the sudden and untimely departures of Ryan Papenhuyzen and Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Storm's surprising pursuit of wayward Origin and Test star in Zac Lomax.

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Episode 41: Storm go through to the 'Big Dance', their 12th Grand Final, keen to atone on their 2024 disappointment

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:17:43 GMT

11th Grand Final in 20 seasons. 12th Grand Final appearance in 28 seasons, since Melbourne's inception into the NRL. Craig Bellamy, the man at the helm of this sustained success, who has made 22 out of 23 finals series since being appointed as Head Coach, will coach the Storm to both his and the club's 11th Grand Final appearance in 23 seasons. That's on average a staggering Grand Final appearance every 2 years. As the man himself often has said and reiterated it post game "Grand Finals are hard to make, they're even harder to win". Nothing is guaranteed. Melbourne will renew hostilities with the NRL Club they were born out of in the Brisbane Broncos. The rivalry started in 1998 and has grown ever since, with inaugural CEO, Football Manager and Captain in John Ribot, Chris Johns and the 'Brick with eyes' in Glenn Lazarus being Broncos alumni, Bellyache being a former assistant coach at Brisbane, to the pair facing off in the 2006 Grand Final and the dominance Storm have had over the Broncos in recent years. But all that accounts for nothing as a Grand Final is opportunity both teams will be not wanting to waste - no more than Melbourne, who are ruing the missed chance of being crowned Premiers last season. Will that be at the back of the players mind as they prepare for Sunday's clash? Will it be the motivation needed when the game is on the line and the players need to dig a little bit deeper, find something extra, knowing it could result in winning a premiership, as opposed to the heartache of losing a Grand Final, a feeling 15 of the 17 who run out for the Storm this Sunday night, know all too well after experiencing the disappointment of falling short last year. We'll all know if it is the motivation come the end of the 80th minute this Sunday night at Accor Stadium.

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Episode 40: BONUS Episode - Preliminary Final Preview with the ET Stand Podcast

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel joins Boldo and Franko from the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks 'ET Stand Podcast' to talk through and preview the preliminary finals match between the Melbourne Storm and the Sharks. The boys look at the strengths, weaknesses and where the game could be won for both teams. Stormy Daniel shares his thoughts and opinions on how this Storm team will fair up against a Sharks team who has hit form at the right end of the season and is choc full of momentum and confidence, against a team who has been in this position many times before and will be relying on experience to get them victory.

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Episode 39: Storm need to find their best football now as the Fonua-Blake led Sharks set their watches to an ambush at AAMI Park

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:30:00 GMT

This is it. It all comes down to this. 80 minutes. No more tomorrow's. The time is now. Melbourne head into the preliminary final against a foe, a rival, they know all too well, 2016 Grand Final combatants in the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, who are the form team of the NRL, winning 8 from their last 9 games, including their Week 1 and Week 2 Finals matches. The Sharks do not fear AAMI Park, not do they feat the Storm, having recently tasted success in Melbourne last season. 1 win a piece for both teams in 2025, Friday night's preliminary final will be the third occasion the pair face off, with the reward for the victors a ticket into the 2025 NRL Grand Final. Stormy Daniel previews the highly anticipated clash, giving his thoughts where the dangers and threat lie within this formidable Sharks outfit. What's making Storm news, throwback team list, your listener questions and the all important, TLT - team list Tuesday. Will he or won't he suit up? Referring to none other than the reigning Dally M Medalist, Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes. One thing is for sure. Storm need to find their best football now.

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Episode 38: Undermanned Storm rediscover desire to qualify for the preliminary final, their 10th in 11 seasons

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT

How does one measure success? Premierships right? Yes, but not its not the only metric. The ability to play finals, finish in the Top 4 and qualify for preliminary finals, which effectively positions a club with a chance of making a Grand Final should not be dismissed. If a sporting organisation in any professional code, in either hemisphere was to make finals 22 seasons out of 23, qualify for 10 preliminary finals in 11 years, 18 in total in the entire 27 year history, including 11 Grand Finals, that is the definition of consistency and sustained success. That is the Melbourne Storm and what they have yet again achieved in Season 2025. Storm are 80 minutes away from yet another Grand Final appearance should they be able to overcome their opponents in Week 3, which will either be the Raiders or the Sharks in a fortnight's time. Stormy Daniel reviews the qualifying final win against Canterbury. An undermanned, understrength Storm team managed to overcome a resilient Bulldogs team, who suffered adversity themselves in game, yet did not go away, took the lead twice in what was a ding-dong battle, sealed with an 80 metre intercept by a runaway Will Warbrick. A week off to rest up, reset, refocus and prepare for the preliminary final on Friday Night 26 September at AAMI Park.

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Episode 37: Injuries, suspension and defensive woes plague Storm's premiership aspirations on the eve of the Finals

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Storm fans must feel like they're watching a car crash in slow motion unfold in front of their very eyes with Melbourne's recent fortnight, where form and performance has looked anything but a team who finished in the Top 2 and whom for 27 weeks have been premiership favourites. Stormy Daniel reviews the pricey loss to the Broncos and what has gone wrong on the eve of the finals, with Melbourne's defence vanishing and injuries to star halfback Jahrome Hughes, fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen (concussion) and lengthy suspension to Melbourne's x-factor who many are now calling a liability in Nelson Asofa-Solomona. Can the season be salvaged by winning week 1 and progressing to a preliminary final? What's making Storm news, throwback team list, your listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for Storm's Week 1 Finals clash against the resurgent Bulldogs, who are the best defensive team in the competition this season.

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Episode 36: 'Embarrasing' Storm performance ruined Bellyache's milestone game, with Melbourne doing everything they can NOT to feature in this year's Grand Final

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:30:58 GMT

What was supposed to be a night of celebration, well after the full-time siren, it was anything but after the Storm game up 40 unanswered points in the second half, leaving a subdued and somber dressing room and an embarrassed veteran coach to accept plaudits and presentation of the game ball by NRL CEO Andrew Abdo to which Bellyache addressed the crowd in true Bellyache fashion saying "Really appreciate everyone coming out today and I hope we go f***ing better next week". As do all Storm fans as attention now turns to the Broncos this Thursday night. Stormy Daniel reviews the Roosters loss, covers off on what's making Storm news, Throwback Team List, your listener question's and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in, who's out for the Suncorp showdown with the Broncos.

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Episode 35: Storm keep Bulldogs on a leash as attention turns to desperate Roosters team

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:30:00 GMT

A Top 4 showdown for a Top 2 finish between Melbourne and Canterbury-Bankstown. The Storm managed to overcome a determined Bulldogs side, who capitalised off a momentum shift through some ill discipline shown by Storm, handing the Bulldogs field position and possession, who were coming home strong. Melbourne's defensive effort managed to deliver the home side the win, to secure a Top 2 finish, resulting in a Home Final in Week 1 at AAMI Park. Stormy Daniel reviews the win over the Bulldogs, citing the team's poor discipline as an area they need to improve upon and clean up before Finals. What's making Storm news, Throwback Team List, your listener questions and TLT - Team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the milestone game for Bellyache, who will celebrate his 600th First Grade game as head coach.

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Episode 34: Harry Houdini produces a magic act to get Storm home against the resurgent reigning Premiers

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 18:35:00 GMT

Cometh the hour, cometh the magician. Harry Houdini pulled more than a rabbit (or should that be Panther) out the hot to get Storm a victory in Golden Point which Melbourne fans will remember for a long time to go. With a team still missing Hughes, Papenhuyzen, Howarth, Asofa-Solomona and Warbrick, a reshuffle to the backline and the smarts of the Storm skipper, were able to navigate a hard fought victory against the Premiership heavyweights and reigning Premiers in the Panthers; who were gunning for 10 wins in-a-row. Stormy Daniel reviews the win, whilst covering off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, your listener questions, TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the all important clash with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.

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Episode 34: (PART 2) Harry Houdini produces a magic act to get Storm home against the resurgent reigning Premiers

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 18:15:00 GMT

Audio issues resolved. This is what should have been the end of the last Podcast episode. Preview of the Storm v Bulldogs clash. Strengths and weaknesses; where the game will be won and lost. Stormy Daniel believes it will be an arm wrestle with Melbourne winning by 6 in yet another ding, song battle royal between two of the competition's heavyweights.

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Episode 33: Defensive grit on display as Storm keep wounded Broncos try-less as Panthers challenge awaits

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel reviews the Round 23 victory over Brisbane. The Storm without question were at their defensive best against the Broncos on what was a gritty, grinding affair against Brisbane, who were coming off a 60 point destruction of Souths. Despite the Broncos suffering some in game adversity, losing both halves to hamstring injuries in the same sequence of play, the Storm were able to nulify the attacking threats of Walsh, Staggs and Haas. What's making Storm news, Throwback Team List, your listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the Storm's greatest challenge and test against the resurgent Panthers, who are full of confidence and momentum, aiming for their 10th win in a row. The 2020 and 2024 Grand Final combatants do battle once more, with both teams needing no added motivation than to get up for this clash, to get one over the other heading into the finals and to score a psychological blow over their opponent.

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Episode 32: CEO Justin Rodski joins Stormcast for a club update

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Friend of the podcast, Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski once again, made himself available to chat with Stormy Daniel, providing Storm fans and members with a general club update. Justin discusses the season so far and current standing in this year's premiership season, Coach Craig Bellamy going around again, coaching better than ever and will bring up the 600 First Grade game milestone in a fortnight's time in Round 26 when Melbourne take on Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park. Recruitment and retention, the impending threat and poaching raid of new NRL franchise and speculative R360 concept, breaking the 40,000 membership barrier and Las Vegas in 2027. Is it time to start planning Storm fans? Tune in to hear this comprehensive chat with the Melbourne Storm boss.

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Episode 31: Aerial exploits of high flying Coates gets Storm victory against a gritty Eels outfit

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:30:00 GMT

We've said it before and we'll say it again. Winning doesn't have to be pretty. Good teams find a way to win and off the boot of Munster to find a high flying Xavier Coates was their way to victory. A scrappy, error ridden, ill disciplined display kept the Eels to close for comfort. Stormy Daniel reviews the win over the Eels, highlighting the issues plaguing the Storm's inability to find their best football yet in Season 2025. What's making Storm news, Throwback Team List, your listener questions and TLT - who's in, who's out for the blockbuster against the resurgent Brisbane Broncos.

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BONUS Episode: 'When podcasts collide'. Eels-Storm preview with The Parra Cave Podcast with Host Troy Worner

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

A bonus episode with Troy Worner, host and owner of 'The Parra Cave Podcast' joints Stormy Daniel on Stormcast Podcast to preview the second leg of the Eels v Storm clash on Thursday night. Troy being an Eels tragic shares his thoughts on the Eels team list named to take on Melbourne Storm with Troy and Stormy Daniel sharing their thoughts on where this clash will be won and lost.

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Episode 29: Gutsy Grant leads understrength Storm to victory

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:30:00 GMT

"Cometh the hour, cometh the man". When Melbourne needed a hero and someone to turn to in the face of adversity, captain Harry Grant stood up and delivered. Going into the Roosters clash with no Munster, no Papenhuyzen, no NAs, no MacDonald, Fa'alogo or Warbrick, then to lose Hughes to a shoulder injury mid-game, it was Grant who lifted and carried the Storm to victory. Quite possibly his finest hour, his best performance in a purple jersey. Stormy Daniel review the brave victory over the Roosters, covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, team list Tuesday - who's in who's out for the Round 22 clash with the Eels at CommBank Stadium and of course, your listener questions.

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Episode 28: Diabolical display against Sea Eagles places Storm's Top 2 aspirations in jeopardy

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Everything to play for and Storm dished up their worst showing in goodness knows how long, perhaps, ever. Error ridden, poor completions and 80 minutes of ill discipline gifted their arch rivals a rare victory at AAMI Park. Coach Bellamy could not hide his disappointment, saying as much in the aftermath in the post game press conference, specifically on 'Old Boys' weekend. That in itself, should have given the Storm added incentive to lift, let alone continuing to maintain a Top 2 standing, to ensure a Week 1 Finals appearance. That now is in serious jeopardy, as is the closeness of this premiership season. Stormy Daniel gives his thoughts on the dismal performance, answers your listener questions, covers off on all Storm news, throwback team list and TLT - who's in, who's out for the all important clash with the Roosters at Allianz this Thursday night.

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Episode 27: Six on the trot through the Origin period, now Storm set their sails for the business end of the season

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Coach Craig Bellamy lamented the Storm's consistency or lack there of after Melbourne's loss to the Sharks in Round 11. Since that time, after sharpening their focus at training, addressing some short comings, the Storm have won six in-a-row and starting to show signs they're building towards their best football. Stormy Daniel reviews the win over the Knights, covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, listener questions and TLT - Team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the Storm's Round 20 clash against their bitter rivals in Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles.

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Episode 26: Smash and grab mission in Townsville makes it 5 in-a-row as a Storm rolls into Newcastle

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Consistency is what Bellyache preached after Storm's Round 11 loss to the Sharks. Since then, through the problematic and challenging Origin period, Melbourne have won 5 in-a-row, including the smash and grab mission in Townsville. What made it more more impressive was that Storm were missing 10 of their regular 17 with the 'next man up' mentality in full effect and the players who were gifted their opportunity, grabbed it with both hands and contributed to a 26-20 win. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, listener question's and TLT - who's in? who's out? Who will back up after Game III, the decider, as Melbourne hit the road again, up to Newcastle to take on the Knights.

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Episode 25: Defensive resolve on display, pleasing Bellyache as Storm head north to take on gunslinging Cowboys

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 18:30:00 GMT

30-6 winners in a game which was much closer than the scoreline suggests. Stormy Daniel reviews the Storm's win over the desperate Sharks who were in the arm wrestle for most of the match before Melbourne clicked into gear scoring three late tries in the space of 14 minutes, thanks to the aerial exploits of Eli Katoa, who laid on two tries and scored one himself. What's making Storm news including injury update, junior and feeder team wrap up, Throwback Team List, Listener questions and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out? In what will be the last Origin affected round. Could we see a new Storm debutant come Saturday night as Melbourne head north to Townsville.

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Episode 24: BONUS Episode - 'When podcasts collide'. Stormcast joins the ET Grandstand Podcast

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 18:30:00 GMT

For the second time this season, Stormy Daniel joins Boldo from from the ET Grandstand (Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks) Podcast, in a collab, where the pair discuss all things Storm and Sharks. Previewing the upcoming clash in what is the second leg of this contest, where Melbourne will be hoping to atone from their Round 11 loss at Sharks Stadium earlier this season. Stormy Daniel also covers off on some listerner questions that came in late from earlier on in the week. Enjoy this chat.

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Episode 23: Stress inducing Storm give faithful a cinniption in Golden Point thriller

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:30:00 GMT

You can forgive Storm fans for experience chest pain, needing a prescription to treat high blood pressure and sending hairline's receding after their rollercoaster 84 mins, seeing a Golden Point epic against the Rabbitohs. Storm looked likely winners after jumping to a quick early lead but compounding errors and a lack of patience kept the Rabbitohs in the contest. Thankfully, the right boot of Papenhuyzen put Storm fans out of their misery, ensuring victory - their third on the road in 2025. Stormy Daniel covers off on a review of the Round 16 clash, listener questions, Throwback team list, what's making Storm news and TLT - who's in, who's out for the second leg clash with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks.

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Episode 22: Bye into the Bunnies as Storm look to make it 3 wins on the trpt

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Melbourne fresh off their third and final Bye will be looking to continue their back-to-back wins and make it 3-in-a-row, as Storm travel north to Sydney to take on Wayne Bennett's resurgent Rabbitohs. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news this week, throwback team list and TLT - who's in? who's out? Who will be rested post Origin II? We will all now soon enough come Saturday evening at Accor. See you out there Sydney based Storm fans.

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Episode 21: Recruitment Manager Paul Bunn joins Stormcast

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel had the pleasure and privilege of sitting down with Melbourne Storm's renowned Recruitment Manager Paul Bunn. 'Bunny' joined Stormcast discussing how he got started in rugby league, how he landed at Melbourne Storm, the amount of games he and his recruitment team watch, what he looks for in a player and how they will be a 'cultural fit' at the Storm. He also touched on the Storm Academies in Queensland and Victoria and moving to a single source system which will strengthen development, along with sharing some of his favourite signings that forged great careers in the Storm jersey. A fascinating insight into the man who is the architect of putting together a list and roster that continues to challenge for premierships year on year.

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Episode 20: Consecutive victories give Storm a taste for more....more consistency that is

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Back-to-back wins for the first time since Round 6, the Storm may have just found what they've been searching for in Season 2025. That being, consistency. Melbourne managed to limit the potent, attack filled Cowboys side, maintaining control and managing a 24 point win at the end of the 80 minutes. Storm now go into their third and final 'Bye' for the season, before a testing 12 weeks heading into the Finals. A complex task for the Football Department's brain trust to navigate. Stormy Daniel covers on what's making Storm news including Bellyache coaching on in 2026, junior and feeder team update and your listener questions.

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Episode 19: Uncomfortable win in the wet, but a win nonetheless

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 02:35:17 GMT

In what was torrential conditions on the Gold Coast, beautiful one day, wet the next - Storm managed to play to the conditions better than the Titans and came away with the 2 points in what can only be described as an uncomfortable watch where Melbourne never looked like they were in control. Wet weather is the great leveller, the great equaliser which inhibited the Storm to get their natural attacking game on. Despite not being able to execute like they would've liked to, they managed to complete high, hold the ball and came away with victory. Stormy Daniel covers off on the review of the win over the Titans, listener questions, what's making Storm news, Junior and Feeder team weekend wrap up, Throwback team list and TLT - team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for the all important clash with the Cowboys.

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Episode 18: Reset. Refocus. The search for consistency starts on the Gold Coast

Tue, 27 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Still reeling after the disappointing loss to the Sharks in Round 11 heading into the Bye, Stormy Daniel looks ahead to Round 13's clash with the Titans, where no doubt the Storm will be looking to get their season back on track, searching for that much needed consistency, aiding their premiership campaign which has been far from the case in Season 2025. What's making Storm news, Throwback Team List, your listener questions and TLT. Who's in, who's out? Will the Origin players back up for Melbourne's trip to the Gold Coast, for what is shaping to be a 'Titanic' clash (see what I did there?)

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Episode 17: Inconsistency in Storm's game plaguing their Premiership campaign

Wed, 21 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Inconsistency or the lack of consistency from week to week, game to game is hurting the Storm. The inability to win back-to-back games or put together a string of wins is a concern. Whilst Melbourne have the artillery in their list to compete and dominate, it simply is not translating to on the field performances, as no doubt is giving the coaching staff and senior players some concern as Storm head into their second 'Bye' on Season 2025. The Bye probably comes at a good time to allow the Storm to reset, refocus and look ahead to Round 13, the halfway point of the NRL's Telstra Premiership season. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news and takes your listerner question's in an abbreviated podcast episode this week with no game to preview.

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Episode 16: BONUS Episode - 'When podcasts collide' - Stormcast joins the ET Stand Podcast

Thu, 15 May 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel joins Boldo, host of the ET Stand Podcast - a Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks podcast, to chat all things Sharks, Storm and preview the Round 11 clash between the 2016 Grand Final opponents. It's the first podcast collab with a second leg of the joint podcast episode taking place when Storm take on the Sharks in Round 17. Enjoy this bonus podcast episode Storm fans.

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Episode 15: Ruthless Storm returns in time for showdown with a rejuvenated Sharks team

Tue, 13 May 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Clinical. Methodical. Determined. Focused and above all ruthless. Melbourne bounced back in spectacular fashion putting Wests to the sword, with a resounding 64-nil victory, equalling their 2001 record against the joint-venture club. The Storm were on and in some kind of mood. You got the sense that it would not have mattered who was in front of them last Sunday afternoon. The result would have been the same. Storm blew the Tigers off the park with Wests unable to stop the purple juggernaut. Stormy Daniel reviews the flawless performance, whilst answering your listener questions, covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list and the all important TLT - who's in, who's out for the clash with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in Round 11.

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Episode 14: Poor discipline costs Storm dearly in a Magic Round epic

Tue, 06 May 2025 18:30:00 GMT

In what started to look like a magical performance by Melbourne, quickly turned to disaster with the Storm's ill discipline costing them victory in an entertaining but spiteful match against the high flying Green Machine. No doubt the Raiders baited the Storm, but cool heads needed to prevail, but unfortunately those same heads were taken off and replaced with pumpkins. Stormy Daniel shares his opinion as well as answers listener questions who also have questioned the poor discipline shown by the Storm. What's making Storm news, throw back team list, TLT - who's in, who's out for the Round 10 clash against a resurgent Wests Tigers team who are an improved side in 2025. Melbourne can ill afford to take Wests lightly.

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Episode 13: Storm find their defensive grit in the trenches en route to Magic Round

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT

On a solemn, moving pre-game ceremony, Storm channelled the ANZAC Spirit in trying conditions, getting their 20th consecutive win over the Rabbitohs in Melbourne. In a game where Storm always looked to be in control, unlike previous weeks, Melbourne did not rely on their attacking flair to establish victory over Souths. Wet weather is the great equaliser, which brought both teams into an arm wrestle. But Storm were patient, built pressure and dug in defensively to notch up another win on ANZAC Day at AAMI Park. Stormy Daniel back from Melbourne covers off on your listener questions, what's making Storm news, throw back team list and who's in and who's out for Team List Tuesday en route to Brisbane for Magic Round, where Ricky's Raiders will be waiting.

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Episode 12: Defensive resolve in question for Storm as Rabbitohs look for first win in Melbourne in an ANZAC Day upset

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Baffled, perplexed, bewildered. Just some of the adjectives to describe how many Storm fans and Coach Craig Bellamy were feeling about the disappointing loss to the Dolphins. A heavy defeat, conceding 40 unanswered points was embarrasing and not something you would expect from a Melbourne Storm team, one that is under the coaching of Craig Bellamy. Stormy Daniel reviews the heavy defeat at length, with many listener questions asking what happened? Something that I'm sure Bellsa himself is still scratching his head over and why the performance was so poor. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, along with team list Tuesday for the Storm's ANZAC Day clash with the Rabbitohs. 'Lest We Forget'.

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Episode 11: Red hot Storm face a resurgent Dolphins

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT

A comprehensive 42-14 win over the Wahs, making it 17-straight wins over the New Zealand based franchise, despite many perceiving that the Warriors were the Storm's bogey team. History and results would suggest otherwise. The Storm now head north to Brisbane to take on a spirited Dolphins side, who after a slow start to Season 2025 have found form, knocking off the defending 4-peat premiers in the Panthers last week. Kristian Woolf will certainly have his players up for the Round 7 clash, led by former Storm player in Felise Kaufusi. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, throwback team list, answers your listener question's and goes through team list Tuesday with a preview of Storm's clash with the Dolphins on Good Friday.

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Episode 10: Storm flex their premiership muscle at the 'not so' Fortress Brookvale

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT

Is there a better feeling than walking out of Brookvale Oval with the two points? I think not. If there's one game Storm are to win all season, it's this one against their arch rivals the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, a hatred that stems back to 2007 and still lives on today. The two clubs despise one another, with players in both teams having knowledge of the history between the pair. Stormy Daniel reviews the Storm's big win, covers off on what's making Storm news, listener questions, throwback team list and TLT, who's in and who's out for the Storm's Round 6 clash with the Warriors this weekend at AAMI Park.

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Episode 9: Storm fail to battle the elements as wet weather proves to be the great leveller

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

A disappointing loss in less than favourable conditions conditions, where Storm were taught a lesson on how to grind out a victory in wet weather by the Dragons. Stormy Daniel reviews the unexpected loss St George Illawarra, covers off on what's making Storm news including junior and feeder team update, throwback team list, team list Tuesday - who's in, who's out for the grudge match against Manly for another instalment of the Battle of Brookvale - and lastly your listener questions.

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Episode 8: Complacency is a dirty word and habit

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Winning doesn't have to be pretty and it certainly wasn't against the reigning Premiers, coming away victorious with an uncomfortable 30-24 win. Complacency was evident. Melbourne were guilty of taking their foot off the gas after an injury to Cleary and jumping to a 14-nil lead. Something that I'm sure Coach Craig Bellamy would have ripped them a new one for. But 2 points is 2 points and the Storm will bank them and move on to Round 4 where they will be coming up against a motivated Dragons outfit fresh off the Bye. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's made Storm news this week, specifically on the injury toll and junior and feeder team reports from last week's Round. A Throwback Team List from 2010 against the Dragons, who's in and who's out for Round 4 and lastly, your listener questions.

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Episode 7: Revenge firmly on the mind as Grand Final rematch ensues

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Fresh off the 'Bye', Melbourne head into Round 3 coming up against the reigning Premiers, the 4-peat Panthers in what is the first time the two teams havemet since last year's Grand Final. Penrith coming off a shock loss to an understrength Roosters outfit will be keen to atone their Round 2 performance and will certainly lift and raise the intensity and effort for the Grand Final rematch. Storm have their own motivation which needs no explanation, but it will not reverse the heartache and disappointment of last year's missed opportunity, but will be a chance to exorcise some demons whilst getting the all important two premiership points. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, a throwback team list Tuesday from yesterday, team list Tuesday and preview of the big clash against the mountain men from Western Sydney.

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Episode 6: Purple tsunami pulverises Parra

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Clincal, methodical, professional, relentless - just some of the superlatives that one can use to describe Storm's Round 1 performance against the Eels. Melbourne kick started their 2025 Premiership campaign off with a bang, with an impressive 56-18 win over the Parramatta Eels. As close as a perfect half of football you could come to expect in the first 40 minutes. It was exceptional viewing with Storm sending out a strong message to the rest of the competition, their redemption tour has begun, keen to atone the disappointment of falling short in last year's Grand Final. And if the result in Round 1 is anything to go by, Melbourne Storm mean business. Stormy Daniel reviews the game, covers off on what's making Storm news in the Bye week, waxes lyrically about the Stan 'Inside the Storm' documentary and answer's listener questions.

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Episode 5: It's redemption szn - and it begins with the Ryles coached Eels

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Pre-season Challenge is done and dusted. Las Vegas has been and gone and now its time for the real thang!! It's redemption season for Storm, beginning their 2025 Premiership assault against the Eels in Round 1. The Blue and Gold have always been a team that traditionally can trouble the Storm with their style of play and will undoubtedly have a few tricks up their sleeve with former Storm player turned Assistant Coach imparting his knowledge of the Storm system and how best to limit Melbourne's impact and effectiveness with the ball and exploit the Storm in D. Stormy Daniel covers off on what's making Storm news, including Ryan Papenhuyzen setting the record straight on Coach Craig Bellamy's medical diagnosis of his injury. Team list Tuesday, with a deep dive into the dangers that lurk in the Eels team.

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Episode 4: Now, the real game begins

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Pre-Season Challenge is done and dusted and Storm treated the concept for what it is, glorified trials. Stormy Daniel gives his opinion on the Storm's indifferent pre-season challenge form and if it is a cause of concern or take both performances with a grain of salt, as has been in the case in previous seasons, with train and trial, feeder team players and U21's emerging talent being used across the fortnight. What's making Storm news, including an important injury update, which player has impressed Captain Harry Grant in pre-season, listener questions and a blast from the past segment, looking at an old team list from yesteryear and reminiscing on some of the names who donned the purple jersey with distinction.

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Episode 3: Storm CEO Justin Rodski joins Stormcast Podcast

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel caught up with Melbourne Storm CEO Justin Rodski to discuss the upcoming 2025 season; talking through an array of topics including the club's growing membership numbers, content comparison to other NRL clubs, update on upgrades to Storm's facilities at AAMI Park, Craig Bellamy's coaching future, Storm's Academy and Pathway program and impending threat of the Rabbitohs infiltration into Victoria through their partnership with Iron Armour Rugby League Academy; the looming challenge of list management and retaining off contract players, NFL coming to Melbourne and the opportunity of cross promotion with the LA Rams along with Vegas on the horizon for the club in the next year or two.

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Episode 2: Relax. It's just a trial

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Stormy Daniel reviews Pre-Season Challenge Week 1 and calls for calm after Storm's poor showing against the NZ Warriors in Hamilton, whilst covering off on what's making news including Christian Welch, the White Rhino's sudden medical retirement, potential salary cap dispensation, the club refuting claims made by current Sharks prop Tom Hazelton's manager which could have implicated the Storm in an troublesome anti-tampering saga; whilst the highly anticipated documentary on Craig Bellamy finally being released an shown by streaming service Stan. Listen questioners and of course Team List Tuesday as Storm take on the Cowboys in Week 2 of the Pre-Season Challenge.

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Episode 1: Rugby League returns for 2025

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:00:00 GMT

And just like that, Rugby League, 'The Greatest Game of All' returns for its 118th season. Stormy Daniel is back for his third season behind the mic and touches on the Storm's pre-season, the latest Storm news and delves into the first Team List Tuesday for 2025 as the Storm fly to New Zealand to take on the Warriors in their first Pre-Season Challenge Game.

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Episode 31: Breaking down the 2025 NRL Draw

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 01:47:00 GMT

With less than 100 days till the Melbourne Storm kick-off their 2025 Premiership campaign, Stormy Daniel analyses the Storm draw and how Melbourne have faired with travel, turnarounds, schedule of Byes, teams to play twice, what days Storm will be playing the bulk of their games at AAMI and across Season 2025.

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Episode 30: Roy Masters AM joins Stormcast

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 17:30:23 GMT

On this episode of Stormcast, Stormy Daniel had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with renowned Rugby League journalist and former Rugby League Coach, Roy Masters AM. Many Storm fans and members would be recognise Roy Masters, who is often seen in the dressing sheds post game, singing the victory song with the team after a win, but Roy's affiliation with the Storm goes well beyond being a fan. Stormy Daniel discusses how Roy Masters became involved and invested in the Melbourne Storm, his relationship and bond with Head Coach Craig Bellamy and Roy's thoughts on what makes the Storm the sporting franchise they are and why they have and will continue to have sustained success.

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Episode 29: Beaten by greatness as Grand Final defeat will motivate Storm to go one better in 2025

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:30:42 GMT

Sometimes you just have to sit back and admire greatness. What a club, what a team, what an organisation Penrith Panthers is. Deserving Premiers. There is no shame in being beaten by this juggernaut of a sporting franchise. Whilst the disappointment of losing a Grand Final hurts and will undoubtedly be stinging for some time, it will serve as additional motivation for a Storm playing group heading into the pre-season, driving them to go one better in 2025. Stormy Daniel reviews the Grand Final defeat to the now 'four-time' Premiers, many who have made comparisons to this inexperienced Melbourne Storm team being exactly where the Panthers were five seasons ago when the pair played one another in the 2020 Grand Final team. The Panthers that night were beaten by experience and guile of a Storm team that knew how to play and perform in big matches. The Panthers took their learnings and did a Melbourne on Melbourne, showing the inexperienced Storm side, what it takes to win a Premiership. Storm may have created the beast that is the Panthers team five years ago, but Penrith could have effectively now done exactly the same thing to a Melbourne Storm team who will be much wiser in 2025. Stormy Daniel coves off on what's making news and answers your listener questions.

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Episode 28: A Grand Final for the ages looms with the immovable object up against the unstoppable force

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:00:44 GMT

They did it! The 2024 Minor Premiers, the Melbourne Storm defeated rivals in the Sydney Roosters, overcoming adversity right from kick-off with the opening exchanges of the game, seeing the boys from Bondi jump to a 6-nil lead, capitalising on a Nelson Asofa-Solomona sin bin and a 12 man defensive side, only for Storm to show great reslience, not crumble, square the ledger and dominate for the rest of the contest on the back of the Big Four, with Hughes, Papenhuyzen, Grant and Munster stepping up to dominate proceedings. A comprehensive 48-18 win saw the Storm qualify for their 11th Grand Final appearance across their 26 year existence. Bellamy's 10th Grand Final to boot. Stormy Daniel covers off on the Preliminary Final win, what's making Storm news, team list Tuesday, previewing the Grand Final and answers your listener questions.

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Episode 27: The only show in town. A perfect Storm needed to overcome red hot Roosters.

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:00:51 GMT

The Storm has the luxury of enjoying a week off, winning their Qualiyfing Final against the Sharks to advance to Week 3 of the Finals as they prepare for their date with destiny. An 80 minute contest in a Preliminary Final with modern day rivals, the Sydney Roosters. The tri-colours will ascend on Melbourne's AAMI Park full of confidence after putting the cleaners through the Sea Eagies in their Sem-Final last week to book their place in a face off with the men in purple. Stormy Daniel reviews the Week 1 Finals win over the Sharks, covers off on all Storm news, answers your listener questions and looks ahead to Team list Tuesday, unveiling who Coach Craig Bellamy has selected for the Storm's biggest game of 2024, with Stormy Daniel. A spot in the big dance awaits the victor, whilst the unsuccessful combatant goes home, closing the book on their season.

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Episode 26: Storm CEO Justin Rodski joins Stormcast Podcast

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:00:58 GMT

With the Melbourne Storm having the week off after winning their Week 1 Qualifying Final against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, Stormy Daniel thought it was an opportune time to sit down and check in with the boss - Storm Chief Executive Officer Justin Rodski. The Storm figurehead graciously gave up his time to come on the Stormcast podcast and discuss some pertinent topics including the collective effort and hard work of the club winning yet another Minor Premiership; growth of rugby league and support for the Storm in Victoria; including record average home crowd attendance and membership numbers; Storm's development pathways and Storm Academy, the exciting women's program leading to a future NRLW team, loyal and longevity commercial partners; why Vegas was not right for the club in 2025 and future commercial ventures, including the prospect of the NRL's third incarnation of its Las Vegas initiative in 2026 as an 'Away' team, the opportunity of taking a Home fixture post Magic Round agreement back to AAMI Park or exploring the possibility of a new market, be it interstate or internationally.

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Episode 25: Now, the real game begins and a Sharks ambush awaits

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:00:47 GMT

On this week's episode 'Stormy Daniel' reviews the big drubbing over the Broncos, the team Bellamy and Melbourne love to beat for all the historic reasons, having been born out of the Broncos way back in 1998. A 50-12 win, with Dally M Medal favourite Jahrome Hughes putting on quite a show with two try assists, four line breaks and three tries of his own. An attacking display that will no doubt give the Storm confidence heading into their Week 1 Home Final clash with 2016 Grand Final opponents the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, where AAMI Park will hold no fear for them, having beaten the Storm earlier in the season. A Sharkies ambush will surprise no one. What's making news, your listener questions, and team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out for Week 1 of the Finals.

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Episode 24: When it's the Broncos, it's personal

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 19:00:53 GMT

Gobbs reviews the gallant effort by the young, inexperienced Storm team, that were missing 11 starting players and 13 regulars when they went down 38-30 to a full strength Cowboys side with the result saying more about the Cowboys than it did against the understrength Storm. Gobbs also covers off on all Storm news, including the latest update on Papenhuyzen, rubbishes the rumours and opinions by one particular News Corp journalist linking Wishart with a move away from Melbourne, your listener questions and team list Tuesday, as the Storm prepare for their final round of the regular season against fierce rivals, the Brisbane Broncos, a rivalry that stems back to 1998.

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Episode 23: Minor Premiers for a ninth time as prepartions begin for an all out assault for the title

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:00:42 GMT

Minor Premiers for a a ninth time, Storm's sixth first place finish since 2011. Gobbs reflects on the achievement, coincidng with a big win over the Dolphins in a milestone match for NAS, who became only the 10th player to reach the 200 Game mark in the Melbourne Storm's proud 26 year history. Injury report from GM of Football Frank Ponissi, junior and feeder team update, the latest Storm news, Storm legends inducted into the NRL's Hall of Fame, listener questions and team list Tuesday.

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Episode 22: Storm lift against the top brass to all but secure the Minor Premiership as familiar faces return to AAMI Park

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:00:09 GMT

Gobbs returns to review the big win over the reigning Premiers, the Panthers - who many pundits, commentators and experts are tipping to do a four-peat, which is why getting the victory over the premiership favourites even more impressive. Gobbs covers off on what's making Storm news, including junior and feeder team update, who's sidelined with injury and who's closing in on a return, will Bellyache rest players, if so, when? Papenhuyzen re-signing imminent, the original 'big four' inducted into the NRL's Hall of Fame, listener questions and of course, team list Tuesday. Who's in? Who's out? As Gobbs previews the clash with the Dolphins; Storm's last home game of the regular season.

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Episode 21: A litmus test against the best in a battle for top spot

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:00:23 GMT

A Round 23 review which can be described as 'clunky' .... just like this podcast on the odd occasion. Gobbs looks at the win over the Rabbitohs whilst highlighting reasons why the win was far from impressive but not as bad as it may have looked with Storm having subconciously had their minds on the reigning Premierships, who Melbourne will face this Thursday night. Junior and Feeder team update, what's making news pertinent to all things Storm including Papenhuyzen's future, listener questions and team list tuesday. Who's in, who's out and will Storm prevail? Tune in.

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Episode 20: Inclement Storm set to smash Burrow

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 19:00:37 GMT

Gobbs returns to review the disappointing and unexpected loss to the Dragons, who ambushed the ambush. Storm started slow, look flat and lacked energry, similarily to how they started against the Eels the week prior. It was an error ridden and undisciplined showing and as Coach Craig Bellamy suggested "we got what we deserved. Storm now look ahead to tackling the Bunnies who have has somewhat of a second half of the season resurggence under interim Coach Ben Hornby, with the game looming as another banana peel type fixture which could impact on the Minor Premiership. Gobbs covers off on all the Storm news, including the prised signing of Stefano Utoikamanu, Reimis Smith released early, Chairman Matt Tripp vows Storm won't have to shed players to accomodate Utoikamanau's 2025 arrival and negotiations have begun to re-sign Papenhuyzen before November 1; plus your listener questions, Team List Tuesday and score prediction on this week's episode.

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Episode 19: Minor Premiership in sight as Dragons need slaying

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 19:00:30 GMT

Gobbs reviews the unusual win over the Eels, coming away victors despite all the stats and metric pointing to what should have been a Blue and Gold win. Miraculously, the Eels attacked in the Storm's redzone 42 times, compared to the Storm only being able to attack in the Eels redzone twice, with all of their tries coming from Storm's own side of halfway. Having to make over 100+ more tackles, Melbourne managed a remarkable 32-14 victory on the road against one of their traditional bogey teams. Gobbs covers off on what's making news, including injury report, feeder team update, Stefano Utoikamanu watch 👀 and big NAS dismisses media speculation declaring "They (Storm) want me to stay and I want to stay as well" declaring “I’m just getting started”. Gobbs answers your listener questions, looks at team list Tuesday as Storm prepare to face off against the resurgent Dragons who will be up for an ambush at AAMI Park.

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Episode 18: Storm dine out on roast chook as slippery Eels look to inflict plenty of nuisance value

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Gobbs reviews Round 20 declaring Storm's win over the Roosters as their best win and performance of the season, reviewing the 24-8 win over the competition's glamour team, many who are tipping as the side that pose the biggest threat to Panthers premiership defence, which made the victory even more impressive - more so without Munster, Asofa-Solomona, Welch and Coates. The well renowned purple wall returned and repelled the NRL's best attack. Gobbs covers off on all Storm news, answers your listener questions, unveils team list Tuesday with the potential of a big name returning.

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Episode 17: Red Rooster on the menu in what is a finals clash come early

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:00:39 GMT

Fresh off the Bye, Gobbs is back, reviewing the Storm's Round 18 win at Leichhardt over Wests Tigers who provided plenty of nuisance value for the ladder leaders. Gobbs covers off on all the latest news including Storm's pursuit of Wests prop Stefano Utoikamanu, Big Nelson playing games with the media, feeder teams update, listener questions and team list tuesday as Storm face off against the red hot Roosters.

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Episode 16: Leichhardt ambush on Storm's agenda

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:00:19 GMT

Gobbs reviews Storm's gritty 16-6 victory over the club's lon standing bogey team, in the Canberra Raiders. Whilst far from pretty, Melbourne showed enough discipline and defensive resolve to come away winners, without the likes of Papenhuyzen, Munster and Grant who was rested post Origin, whilst losing Coates to injury. Gobbs covers off on all the Storm news including the club's pursuit of free agent Stefano Utoikamanu, with Melbourne looking to bolster their depth in their middle. Team list Tuesday, who's in, who's out as Melbourne travel north to take on Wests, who seemingly grow another leg at Leichhardt Oval.

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Episode 15: A ram-raiding ambush has Storm on high alert

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 18:30:32 GMT

On this week's podcast epsiode, Gobbs reviews Storm's Round 16 win against the under the radar Dolphins, which resulted in a nail biting finish. Gobbs covers off on all Storm news as Origin ascends on Melbourne, with Game II being played at the MCG, it points to the increased interest by Victorians in 'The Greatest Game of All' backed up by significant growth across participation, attendance, membership and television audience numbers. Gobbs answer's listener questions and previews Storm's Round17 clash with the Raiders who have proven to be Melbourne's bogey side in recent years.

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Episiode 14: Swimming with Dolphins in a Top 4 clash

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 18:30:38 GMT

On this week's episode, Gobbs reviews the remarkable comeback victory over the Wahs (Warriors) where Storm showed great mental reslience to fight back from 14-nil down, with next to no ball, Melbourne made their opportunities count, coming away with a memorable 38-24 win at a hostile, sold out Go Media Stadium. Gobbs also covers on what's making news this week, including a mid-season signing of Panthers forward Ativalu Lisati effective immediately. Gobbs also answers listener questions, looks at Round 16's team list tuesday with the return of a fan favourite.

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Episode 13: Leaky middle needs tightening to stop the Wahs

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 19:30:09 GMT

Gobbs reviews the win over the Knights which was far from pretty, but 2 points is 2 points. Gobbs covers off on what's been making headlines and previews the upcoming clash with the resurgent NZ Warriors, who after falling in a heap, have found form and will be wanting to seek revenge from their clash with the Storm back in Round 2, when Melbourne scored three unanswered tries to get back into the game and claim victory with 'that try' from Xavier Coates. Here's hoping the X man can find the line again this weekend, as the Storm travel to what will be a sold out, hostile Go Media Stadium in Auckland.

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Episode 12: Bye provides refresh as Knights in shining armour ascend on Melbourne

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:30:48 GMT

Fresh off a 'Bye' like the players and coaching staff, Gobbs reviews the error ridden loss to arch rivals the Sea Eagles, with an opportunity to capitalise to go two points clear on the competition ladder. Gobbs covers off on what is making headlines in relation to the Storm including junior and feeder team report, Origin and a great feature piece on middle forward Alec MacDonald, an unsung hero of the Melbourne Storm team. Gobbs answers your listener questions and previews the Round 14 clash with the Knights, who will be desperate for a much improved performance compared to what they produced against the resurgent Bulldogs last round.

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Episode 11: Injuries create opportunity as Battle of Brookvale awaits

Tue, 21 May 2024 19:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, Gobbs review the Magic Round win over the Eels, discusses the injury to Cameron Munster, covers off on all Storm news whilst answering your listener questions, whilst previewing the NRL Indigenous Round clash with the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, this Friday night at 4 Pines Park.

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Episode 10: Will a magical Melbourne performance appear against the Eels?

Wed, 15 May 2024 18:30:15 GMT

Gobbs reviews the controversial loss to the Sharks, which resulted in Captain Harry Grant being sent to the sin bin which turned the game on its head and the farcical decision that saw Grant charged with a Grade 1 Dangerous contact for brushing the boot of former Storm player, turned Shark Daniel Atkinson. Gobbs covers off on all Storm news including Grant challenging his charge, an injury update, junior and feeder team update, record participation for rugby league in Victoria and Craig Bellamy remaining as Head Coach in 2025. Team list Tuesday also sees a fan favourite return for the Magic Round clash against the Eels and Gobbs responds to listener questions.

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Episode 9: A titanic effort as Sharks circle

Wed, 08 May 2024 19:30:35 GMT

Gobbs discusses the fall out from the 2 point win over the Titans, where Storm have lost two spine members with halfback Jahrome Hughes succumbing to yet another calf injury whilst the luckless Ryan Papenhuyzen yet again sustains an unfortunate break in his lower leg. Whilst the injuries are mounting, Storm welcome back Fijian bookend in Tui Kamikamica who will provide much needed size and impact in the middle. Gobbs covers off on all Storm related news including Jahrome Hughes shutting down talk of a return to the Gold Coast, whilst an enigmatic former player is in talks about joining the Storm before the season is out. Team list Tuesday has plenty of changes as Storm host the Sharks in what is a top of the table clash with the winner to be sole competition leader after Round 10.

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Episode 8: Munster Masterclass makes Rabbit stew out of South Sydney

Wed, 01 May 2024 19:30:55 GMT

Gobbs reviews the ANZAC Day demolition of South Sydney thanks to a Munster masterclass, torching the Rabbitohs with Storm scoring 54 points; their most comprehensive attacking display in 2024. Gobbs covers off on all the news of the week and what's made headlines including the upcoming milestones for Christian Welch and Cameron Munster, who play their 150th and 200th Game for the club respectively; whilst touching on an injury update and feeder team wrap up from last round, along with a preview for a Round 9 titanic clash with the Gold Coast.

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Episode 7: Lest We Forget. ANZAC Day tradition continues

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:00:31 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Round 6 win over the Roosters, thanks to that man again, the X Man. Xavier Coates, sealing victory for the Storm with a try in the dying minutes with sheer determination to find the line and secure Melbourne their fifth win of Season 2024. Round 7 sees Storm play host to what will be a new opponent on ANZAC Day with the NZ Warriors hosting their own ANZAC Day fixture. A desperate South Sydney Rabbitohs will be up for the clash, wanting to end a 26 year hoo doo of never winning in Melbourne. Gobbs also covers off on all the headlines and news, including some contract news. For Storm fans and members who have never been to an ANZAC Day fixture at AAMI, get along to the game. You won't regret it.

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Episode 6: Guess who's back? Back again. NAS is back, tell a friend

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 20:30:23 GMT

Gobbs reviews the come from behind win against the brave Bulldogs, getting out of jail with a late Shawn Blore try to steal victory. Covering off on what's making headlines this week, including an injury update, Blore's combination with Munster building after a disrupted pre-season and a feeder teams update from last weekend. Plus team list Tuesday, who's in, who's out, with the human solar eclipse, NAS returning to First Grade for his first game of 2024, back in purple.

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Episode 5: Styles make fights. Storm get the win in point scoring bonanza at AAMI Park.

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Round 5 narrow win over the Broncos in what many pundits and fans have called the game of the year and one of the best they have seen, whilst covering off on what is making news and headlines, including the re-signing of Nick Meaney, Munster's successful return from the most famous groin complaint in rugby league, Storm Chair doubles down on Coach Bellamy's statement that hulking prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona is 'not for sale', feeder team update and much, much more.

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Episode 4: Thursday night lights and "Clubs can see what they like, at the end of the day, he has a contract" - NAS going no where

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 19:00:12 GMT

On the back of the Storm's first 'Bye', AAMI Park will play host to a big clash against tradition rivals in the Brisbane Broncos; the first occasion the Storm will have faced the Broncos since going down to them in convincing fashion in Week 1 of the Finals series last season, which will be a motivating factor for Bellamy's men who will be keen to atone. Gobbs reviews the narrow Round 3 defeat to the Knights, covers off on all Storm news making headlines this week, whilst looking ahead to the clash with the Broncos. Who's in? Who's out? Gobbs will have all the latest and breaking team news including Coach Craig Bellamy shutting down any prospect of the Storm releasing hulking prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona from his newly inked contract that he only signed last season for a further four years. Big NAS ain't going anywhere folks.

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Episode 3: X marks the spot. 'Air Coates' delivers Storm a victory to remember

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:00:38 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Round 2 victory over the Wahs and 'that try' by Storm winger Xavier Coates. Bellyache's praise for his star winger, whilst covering off on all the Storm news from the week that was including the ludicrous decision by the NRL's Match Review Committee for citing and slapping Jahrome Hughes with a Grade 1 Contrary Conduct Charge for his contact with Referee Chris Butler; the latest injury update on Munster, NAS and Fa'alogo - dispelling the innuendo around Asofa-Solomona being on the outer, a feeder team update, listener questions and a Round 3 preview. Tune in 🎧

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Episode 2: DE-FENCE clap clap clap DE-FENCE. Return of the purple wall

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Gobbs is back with his Round 1 summation, most notably, the defensive effort that was on show against the 3-time reigning Premiers in the Panthers, keeping Coach Craig Bellamy's incredible Round 1 winning streak in tact. A remarkable 22 wins. An injury update on Cameron Munster's troublesome groin injury, team list Tuesday, who's in, who's out for Storm's Round 2 clash with the WAHS and will Storm be heading to Vegas in 2025? Chairman Matt Tripp says the Storm are open to participating in the United States venture.

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Episode 1: The boys are back in town

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Storncast with Gobbs returns for 2024. Gobbs touches on a 2023 Season review, looks at gains and losses for 2024 and what that means for the list this season, whilst covering off in all Storm news, including breaking down Storm's Round 1 team list for their clash with reigning Premiers, the Penrith Panthers this Friday night at AAMI Park.

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Episode 31: Can a Storm put a stop to the unstoppable force that is the Panthers?

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:38:18 GMT

Gobbs reviews the last grasp semi-final win over the Sydney Roosters, with the Storm getting home courtesy of a Munster cross-field kick for a leaping Will Warbrick to send Melbourne into their 8th Preliminary Final in 9 years. Remarkable achievement for this franchise that has made a habit of going deep into September. Gobbs also previews the Preliminary Final against their 2020 combatants in two-time reigning Premiers, the Panthers, giving his thoughts and opinions on how the Storm can overcome the Penrith juggernaut, whom many believe already have one hand on the Provan-Summons Trophy. Gobbs touches on Storm news and answers you, the listener, your questions.

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Episode 30: 'Putrid' performance and beware the wounded Rooster

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 06:43:48 GMT

On this episode Gobbs reviews the disappointing Week 1 finals loss to the Broncos, who overcame a 14-game losing hoodoo to record their first win over the Storm since 2016 and first win since 2009 at Suncorp. The performance was below par, with the Storm completely outplayed and dominated by a rampaging and damaging Broncos side. Storm return to AAMI Park for a Week 2 Elimination Final against the Sydney Roosters who have momentum. Gobbs looks at the game and threat of the Roosters side in what looms to be a danger game and a contest of the ages between these two modern day rivals.

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Episode 29: Smell that? That's Finals folks. The business end of the season has arrived

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:12:04 GMT

Gobbs reviews the final round of the regular competition against the Broncos, who as fate would have it, will be Melbourne's Week 1 opponent in the 2023 NRL Finals series, this time with a full compliment of players for both the Broncos and the Storm. Gobbs analyses both team lists and breaks down the danger men for the Broncos and how nullifying their threats will hopefully lead to a Storm victory. Gobbs also covers off on the what's made news, including Justin Olam's honesty and frank admission of his dropping and a feeder club report.

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Episode 28: Top 4 secured and to rest or not to rest?

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:55:16 GMT

On this epsiode of Stormcast, Gobbs reviews the Storm's Round 26 clash with the Titans, the return of Papi and securing a top 4 berth. Gobbs also previews Round 27, the final round of the Telstra Premiership season proper, which has seen Melbourne rest a whole host of stars and giving other squad members an opportunity to impress including a potential couple of debutants who have been biding their time in Reserve Grade. Gobbs discusses the merits of resting playings and why the Storm are in the position to do so, looking ahead at a much bigger prize with finals on the horizon. Gobbs also answers listener questions.

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Episode 27: A Titantic ambush awaits as Storm look to sew up a Top 4 berth

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:00:31 GMT

On this episode of the Stormcast podcast, Gobbs reviews the fright that the nuisance value Dragons gave the Storm, with the Titans expected to do much of the same. With the Gold Coast side's season over, the Titans will be playing with a certain gay abandon, throwing caution to the wind and will be out to unsettle Melbourne. Storm will need to be on defensively as the Titans have plenty of points in them and will not be afraid to chance their arm and play instinctive, 'eyes up' football. Gobbs also covers off on what's making news, with the major item of the return of one Ryan Papenhuyzen. Including the lower grades and feeder teams all securing a place in the finals of the Jersey Flegg and Hostplus Cup competitions respectively.

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Episode 26: Red V nuisance value challenge Storm must overcome

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:43:43 GMT

Gobbs returns from Melbourne, after attending the Storm's comprehensive victory over the Raiders and reviews the Round 24 performance. Gobbs also previews the upcoming clash with the Dragons who will be out to provide nuisance value and upset the Storm, with Melbourne looking to remain entrenched in the Top 4. Not a straight forward game and Storm will need to be focused. Gobbs also answers podcast listener questions and covers off on what's making news, including Big NAS looking at a boxing bout at seasons end and did Paps let the cat out of the bag when he is due to return? Tune in and find out.

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Episode 25: Back at home against the bogey side

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 21:00:00 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Round 23 performance against the Premiership favourites in the Panthers, which showed the Storm where they are at and how far off the pace they are when it comes to this year's title race. Gobbs also previews the Storm's upcoming clash with their bogey side, the Raiders, who have won their last five games at AAMI Park, and five from their last six games against the Storm. Canberra enjoy getting up for this game and do not fear the Storm, possessing a style of play that unsettles Melbourne. Gobbs also covers off on news and answers listener questions as the Storm look ahead to solidifying a Top 4 spot in their return to AAMI Park for Members Appreciation Round.

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Episode 24: The biggest test awaits against the competition's benchmark side

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 20:30:50 GMT

Gobbs reviews the dominant win and performance against the Storm's nemesis in recent times, the Eels in Round 22, whilst looking ahead to Storm's highly anticipated clash with the competition benchmark and premiership favourites in the Panthers. It'll be a monumental task for Melbourne who will travel to Bluebet Stadium to take on the reigning Premiers in a clash which will tell the Storm where they are at in this title race. Are they a premiership contender or pretender? Gobbs also covers off on what is making headline's including Ryan Papenhuyzen's return to the field via Hostplus Cup with the Falcons and the controversial 25th anniversary celebration which has got a lot of opposition fans and media commentators a little hot under the collar.

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Episode 23: Finals and Premierships credentials questioned whilst an Eels ambush awaits

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:29:07 GMT

A disappointed and deflated host, Gobbs reviews the poor showing against the Knights in Round 21. Gobbs previews the big clash and contest with the Eels, who have been the Storm's nemesis in recent times, in what coincides with Storm's second venture to Marvel Stadium in 2023 where the club will celebrate Women in League Round, Old Boys Day and the Club's 25th Anniversary of existence. Gobbs answers listerner questions whilst also covering off on what made headlines this week in and around the Storm, with some promising signs about the impending return of one Ryan Papenhuyzen.

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Episode 22: Can an improving Storm team topple an in form Ponga led Knights side in Newcastle?

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:18:08 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Storm's Round 21 win over the Roosters at the SCG whilst looking ahead to Melbourne's Round 22 clash, up the M1 from Sydney to take on a desparate Newcastle side, who will be up for the clash, needing to win to keep their Finals hopes alive. Gobbs covers off on what's made news this week in a short but sharp podcast edition *Note: podcast questions will be answered in next week's podcast episode.

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Episode 21: The Rooster is calling

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:30:00 GMT

Gobbs returns after the Storm's third and final 'bye' for Season 2023. With Origin over and done, the run to the finals is now well and truly on. Gobbs reviews the disappointing loss to the high flying Panthers, whilst looking ahead to what will be a hard encounter against a desperate Sydney Roosters side, who need to win to keep their finals hopes alive. Gobbs also covers off on all the Storm news that has been doing the rounds over the past week.

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Episode 20: Marvel presents: Magnificent Munster back to tackle box office mountain men

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:30:12 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Round 17 victory over bitter rivals Manly and previews the blockbuster clash with reigning Premiers Penrith Panthers, back at Marvel Stadium - the first time since 2010, whilst covering off on all Storm news and answers the listener questions.

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Episode 19: An opportunity for retribution against arch rivals Manly

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:30:49 GMT

Gobbs reviews the professional display and performance against Wests in Round 16 and previews the Round 17 clash with the Silvertails, who dominated Melbourne back in Round 7 at 4Pines Park earlier this season - whilst covering off on all news from the week that was including an injury and pathways and feeder club update.

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Episode 18: The search for consistency and can Storm tame the Tigers for a second time in 2023?

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:30:07 GMT

Gobbs reviews the resounding bounce back win against the Sharks in Round 15 and looks ahead to the Origin affected Round 16 clash against Wests at Campbelltown - plus covering off on all the Storm news, including an injury, junior representative and feeder team update and the first Q&A segment, responding to questions from you, the listerner

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Episode 17: 'Putrid' performance whilst Sharks circle AAMI Park

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 20:30:00 GMT

On this episode of the Stormcast podcast, Gobbs reviews the 'putrid' performance up in Townsville against the Cowboys, whilst previewing the big clash with the Sharks. Both Melbourne and Cronulla are going to be desperate to get back in the winners circle after coming off losses in Round 14 on the Telstra Premiership. Whilst Ryan Papenhuyzen calls out 'fake news' from News Corp journalists about his return from injury.

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Episode 16: A trek to Townsville for a bar saloon stoush with Cowboys, re-signings and the return of Ryles

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:46:31 GMT

Fresh off the 'bye' Gobbs reviews the Storm's last round win against the Dolphins, whilst looking ahead to the Storm's Round 14 trip to Townsville to take on a desperate Cowboys team that need to win. Gobbs also gives an update on the injury front and covers off on all the Storm news of what's made headline's this week.

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Episode 15: Bellsa to coach on in 2024 and first time swimming with the Dolphins

Wed, 17 May 2023 06:21:55 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Storm's Round 11 victory over the Broncos in what was a frustrating game to watch due to the poor officialdom which impacted both teams. Round 12 sees Storm taking on the Dolphins with many subplots, including club stalwarts and legends in the Bromwich brothers and Felise Kaufusi facing Melbourne for the first time; Bennett v Bellamy and the Bennett v Munster and of course, the great news of Head Coach Craig Bellamy deciding to coach on in 2024 and possibly beyond next season.

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Episode 14: Can Storm lasso the rampaging Broncos?

Tue, 09 May 2023 20:30:00 GMT

Coming off a disappointing outing against the red hot Rabbitohs who haven't lost a game since Storm defeated them back in Round 5, Gobbs looks at what went wrong whilst also previewing the short turnaround into the Round 11 clash with the competition leader's the Brisbane Broncos.

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Episode 13: Pulling a Rabbit out of the hat at Magic Round?

Thu, 04 May 2023 20:30:01 GMT

Gobbs is back from Melbourne and fresh off the Bye to review the Storm's ANZAC Day victory against the NZ Warriors. Previews the upcoming blockbuster clash with the high flying Rabbitohs at Magic Round and covers off on all the Storm news from the week that was including big NAS - Nelson Asofa-Solomona re-signing with the club for a further four years, which will go a long way to seeing the man mountain hopefully become a one club player for Melbourne.

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Episode 12: ANZAC Day - Best game on the rugby league calendar. NAS set to re-sign?

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:30:57 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Battle of Brookvale where the Storm were bashed into submission by the Silvertails who were ruthless in defence, whilst also looking ahead to what many Storm fans and members consider the best game on the rugby league calendar, ANZAC Day at AAMI Park against traditional opponents, the Warriors - a real ANZAC clash between an Australian and New Zealand sporting teams, plus News Corp press reporting big Nelson Asofa-Solomona set to decide his future in the next week. Will he re-sign with Melbourne?

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Episode 11: The Battle of Brookvale and Munster the magnificent

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:39:37 GMT

On this week's episode, Gobbs reviews the great win over the Roosters, the best performance of the season to date. Looks ahead to Round 7 and the clash with the Sea Eagles, at 4 Pines Park, the venue where the Battle of Brookvale took place all those years ago. 12 years on, and we're still talking about the rivalry between these two clubs. Gobbs covers off on the injury report and discusses the latest Storm news and gives his two cents on how best to limit the impact of Turbo.

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Episode 10: Trademark Storm defence sets up victory....and return of the 'Cheese'

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 20:30:38 GMT

DEFENCE! It might not have been a masterclass, but the effort, desire and desperation was on show which set up a tremendous performance and Storm's best outing and win thus far in Season 2023. Only several Rounds previous, Coach Craig Bellamy was questioning the team's effort and doubled down citing a lack of care. Well there plenty of both on display in the Rabbitohs game. And wasn't it great to see! Gobbs reviews the Round 5 clash with South Sydney and previews the Easter Thursday clash with the Sydney Roosters along with covering the latest Storm news.

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Episode 9: Back in the winner's circle. Defensive resolve returns

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:30:01 GMT

A win over Wests, ended Melbourne's two-game losing streak after back to back losses to the Bulldogs and Titans in Round 2 and Round 3. The defensive effort against Wests Tigers was pleasing; the goal line defensive effort and scramble to shutdown the offloads and expansive ball movement which traditionally causes all sorts of problems for Melbourne's defensive systems, was responsive and swift. No doubt that defensively mindset and mentality will be needed going into Round 5 against the Rabbitohs who are coming off a highly emotional week and win against the Sea Eagles.

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Episode 8: A lack of care by the team? Is it panic stations?

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:00:04 GMT

Last week, the Storm had their effort questioned. This week, Coach Craig Bellamy doubled downed citing 'a lack of care' in his players. Whilst many were anticipating a response after Bellamy questioned the effort of his side, it was not forthcoming. Will virtually saying that his players just don't care be enough to embarrass the team into the response he and Storm fans were anticipating would come? Time will tell as the Storm now tackle the Wests Tigers in order to snap a two-game losing streak. Gobbs covers off on all the Storm news for the week, including an injury update, Hughes' unsuccessful night at the judiciary, the club's 'Eye of the Storm' podcast chronicling the history of the club as apart of the franchise's 25 year celebrations and could a former Storm player be headed back to Melbourne?

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Episode 7: Effort questioned and injury crisis deepens

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:00:26 GMT

Gobbs reflects on the disappointing Round 2 loss to the Canterury-Bankstown Bulldogs, where the Storm's effort was questioned by Coach Craig Bellamy. Already without 12 players to choose from due to injury, the injury crisis deepens with Nelson Asofa-Solomona sustaining a MCL knee injury which will sideline him for 6-8 weeks. A preview of the clash with the Titans, with the Storm travelling to CBUS Stadium to take on the Gold Coast and wrapping up all the latest Storm news from the week that was, including an injury and rehab report, feeder club wrap and yep, you guessed it, Craig Bellamy's coaching future.

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Episode 6: Harry Houdini keeps Storm's Round 1 winning streak intact

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:30:00 GMT

Gobbs reviews the Golden Point thriller against the Eels, with Storm coming away with the win in Golden Point thanks to a Harry Grant try, resulting in a 16-12 victory. Team list Tuesday drops, with more forced changes due to injury. Round 2 preview with Gobbs' mate Joey, a diehard Bulldogs fan and member. An injury update and Storm news of which made headlines this week, including former Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott OAM becoming the club's #1 ticketholder and loyal sponsor Grill'd extending its commercial partnership with the Storm group until the end of 2026.

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Episode 5: Round 1 preview

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:30:00 GMT

The first team list Tuesday for 2023 drops. Gobbs goes through the 22 players named by Coach Craig Bellamy and is joined by his friend Joey, an Eels tragic where both discuss where the game will be won and lost. Gobbs also discusses what's making headlines around the Storm in the lead up to the team's Round 1 clash against the Eels at CommBank Stadium.

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Episode 4: Pre-season challenge wrap up. Leadership Group Announced and Storm Academy

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 21:00:35 GMT

Gobbs wraps up the Pre-season challenge as Storm finished with a 24-6 win against the NZ Warriors in Christchurch, New Zealand. Discusses the Storm's leadership group and captaincy announcement; news of the week included an updated injury report and a closer look at the Melbourne Storm Academy and what it means for local juniors in Victoria.

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Episode 3: Season Preview with Radio SENZ Extra Time

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:30:25 GMT

Gobbs joins SENZ Extra Time with host Riccardo Ball to preview Melbourne Storm's 2023 NRL Season

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Episode 2: NRL Pre-Season tournament begins

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 13:44:58 GMT

In this week's episode, Gobbs looks at the first pre-season trial against the Sydney Roosters; highlights who stood out and impressed, covers the Storm news of the week and looks ahead of Round 2 of the Pre-season tournament, with the Storm's second trial against the New Zealand Warriors in Christchurch

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Episode 1: Footy's back

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 23:26:45 GMT

Can you smell that? Yes folks, footy is back! The off-season is over and 'The Greatest Game of All' returns for its 115th season. The NRL's inaugural Pre-Season tournament kicks-off this weekend which wets the appetite for the season proper. In Episode 1, Gobbs reviews the Storm's pre-season; including new recruits, re-signings, the World Cup, Bellamy and Ponissi overseas study tour, Joel Selwood signs on as leadership coach, IDQ camp, Camp Quality initiative, Geelong Camp, CBA saga, Chairman Matt Tripp's in-depth interview, Papenhuyzen's rehab and return from injury and the first team-list Tuesday.

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