Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager

Eddie Jones is one of the most polarising coaches world rugby. He has been head coach of three international rugby union teams - Australia, England and Japan. It’s a unique notch in his belt.But it’s his love for rugby league which often catches people by surprise.Growing up in La Perouse, Jones was an avid South Sydney Rabbitohs supporter and played rugby league as a youngster. One season as a kid, Jones went and watched every Souths game - home and away.And while a switch of codes took him to greatness and world recognition, Jones today remains engrossed in the NRL and his love and passion for the game have never wained.In this episode of Chiming In, Jones gives us an exclusive insight into why he remains an avid NRL fan.He shares with us his top five rugby league stars who would make it in rugby and also tips us a couple of rugby stars who could just as easily switch to the NRL.Jones also confirms how he still harbours a dream to be involved in the NRL either as a coach of Club administrator before he retires from sport.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:10 - Growing up with League04:25 - Randwick Rugby05:20 - Getting into coaching06:40 - HC at 3 different nations08:57 - Top 5 NRL to Union players12:22 - Top 5 Union to League players15:49 - What rugby has that league doesn't19:19 - R36021:02 - Zac Lomax23:10 - Rugby in Japan28:56 - Wallabies in 202632:45 - Money in Union34:03 - Wallabies 2023 'mistake'38:05 - Coaching NRL43:39 - Coaching England46:20 - Ball in play in NRL & Union49:29 - League vs Union refs50:28 - Being a teacher52:50 - Japan retirement53:39 - Sacking from Wallabies57:10 - Joey Johns to Union

Every youngster who laces a boot, dreams of debuting in the NRL and forging a career in the big time.While so many fail to make the cut, there is an incredible amount of players who debuted yet only ever play just ONE game. South Sydney’s Mick Bernie is one such player but he wouldn’t swap his moment for anything. And while Michael Buettner boats a truckload of NRL appearances, he too fits the one game wonder category after making one-off appearances for NSW and Australia.With the help of masterful statistician David Middleton, this episode of Chiming In takes you inside the world of the one game wonders.Hear how Berne remembers his debut as one of the best days of his life while Buettner still proudly showcases the jumpers and memories which can never be erased.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:37 – David intro 02:58 – David’s books 04:03 – How stats have changed 05:43 – One NRL game players 10:03 – Median number for NRL players 11:30 – Cam Smith’s record 12:58 – “New” stats to the game14:59 – Mick Byrne intro 16:11 – Hearing “you’re in” 19:32 – The big game 26:18 – David's stats on Origin 30:37 – Cam Smith dominance 33:55 – Origin stats are different 36:42 – Michael Beuttner intro 38:49 – “Cattle Dog” call 44:19 – North Sydney Bears memories 47:11 – David on Test footy 50:17 – One Test players 54:34 – Michael Buettner on his one Test

TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights04:20 - Fiji Flag  05:30 - Storm losing players  09:25 - Storm lost their bite?  11:42 - Golden Boot winner  15:02 - Injuries as a kid  21:52 - Tigers player swap  25:17 - Origin debut  26:43 - Best ever Hooker?  29:04 - Social media danger  31:05 - Craig Bellamy  33:45 - Storm army camp  38:53 - AFL vs NRL  40:30 - Captaincy  43:07 - Grand Finals  49:01 - Hobbies  54:47 - Advice for kids  56:05 - Rapid fire questions  

Talented halfback Sean O’Sullivan fits the saying “rugby league journeyman” better than most.At just 27 years of age, O’Sullivan has played NRL for six clubs - Roosters, Broncos, Warriors, Panthers, Dolphins and now the Bulldogs.A hard working and skilful player, O’Sullivan has had to overcome multiple setbacks to make it to the top.O’Sullivan is the son of leading recruitment manager Peter O’Sullivan and has been around the game since he can remember. His knowledge is undeniable. His passion second to none.In this episode of Chiming In, O’Sullivan shares his childhood memories and how his dream of playing at the highest level came to fruition.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:14 – New Club 02:51 – Son of a RL recruiter 10:10 – Dad moves to Roosters 12:06 – Footy takes off 15:18 – Dark times through injury 17:02 – Elite schoolboy player 18:28 – Signing with Roosters 22:48 – Signing with Broncos 27:57 – Signing with Warriors 31:14 – Moving to Penrith 35:46 – Moving to Dolphins 44:11 – Bulldogs 52:17 – Studying MBA 57:57 – Sean’s family

Ken Callander is an Australian national treasure.The legendary media personality warmed the hearts of millions of Aussies while successfully forging a career in print, television and the radio industry.In this episode of Chiming In, Kenny shares some hilarious stories about his rise to fame from humble beginnings.Highly respected, innovative and with a wicked sense of humour, Kenny reflects on numerous short stories which will entertain you from start to finish.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights04:08 – First memories of the race track04:53 – Start in media11:39 – Married for 58 years14:14 – Wide World of Sports16:29 – Kerry Packer’s bookie23:18 – The 12th Man28:45 – Love for NRL33:04 – Great mates with Ray Warren36:50 – How bookmaking has changed40:58 – Mateship with PVL42:34 – Jockeys & Trainers46:04 – Melbourne Cups56:56 – Writing a book

At just 21-years-old, Max Jorgensen has already played 20 Test matches for the Wallabies.Chased by NRL clubs, the talented youngster recently committed to Australian Rugby for five years.Only two players - Michael Hooper and Loti Tuqiri - have previously signed similar long term deals.Jorgensen’s decision to pledge his allegiance to rugby is just the beginning. In the episode of Chiming in, Jorgensen talks about his love for the game, his desire to help Australian Rugby become super successful and the reason why he turned his back on rugby league.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:17 - 5 year deal04:38 - Peter Jorgensen05:38 - Back to the beginning09:11 - Lure to rugby union13:13 - Training with Roosters17:18 - Wallabies in WC20:07 - Injury woes25:11 - Test debut27:48 - Best coaches29:39 - Code hoppers32:45 - Try against England42:54 - Shute Shield44:01 - Playing NRL45:42 - R360

Shane Richardson stepped down at Wests Tigers CEO in December last year - just as the Club was finally finding its feet.There were fears the highly regarded league official might have been lost to the game forever.In this exclusive interview - his first since stepping aside - Richardson opens up on his love for the Tigers fanatical fans, his desire to get back into the game, why Benji Marshall is the right man to take the Club forward and why the NRL should buy the English Super League.He also shares his thoughts on the futures of Jerome Luai and Jahream Bula.It’s serious and at times hilarious and will leave you wanting more.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start02:58 - The day Richo resigned04:04 - Benji as coach05:09 - Jarome & Jahream08:31 - Relationship with player agents10:23 - Relationship with the media14:11 - What is a 'good CEO'?18:43 - Back to the beginning27:05 - Sharks days34:31 - Panthers days37:52 - Rabbitohs days43:29 - 201 Souths premiership46:42 - Connection to Indigenous players57:26 - Richo's future

He’s considered one of the most feared yet respected front rowers in modern day rugby league.Jared Waerea-Hargraves is the highest capped Sydney Rooster and boasts three premiership rings.Last season, he left the NRL for a swan song in the English Super League and came up trumps - winning the Challenge Cup, League Leaders Shield and the Premiership.In his first ever podcast appearance, JWH exclusively shares the highlights of an amazing career and reveals what drives him to success. He also shares how he turned his back on rugby union to become a legend of league.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start01:47 - Life ban!03:14 - Going to Super League14:11 - Playing Rugby Union16:42 - Moving to Rugby League17:51 - Love for the Roosters26:37 - Playing with Superstars31:08 - Trent Robinson34:52 - Playing for NZ38:33 - Working with Roosters Academy42:08 - The Art of Being a Tough Man49:41 - Rivalry with Spencer Leniu