The Canterbury Bulldogs are in freefall — we break down the recruitment gaps, the departures, and why the gulf between clubs serious about NRLW and clubs that aren't is becoming impossible to ignore. Plus, Lara and Pam go head-to-head on the NRL's $5.3 billion broadcast deal and why the women's game got zero mention.

Also this episode: Tamika Upton becomes the first NRLW player to reach 50 tries, Wests Tigers rookie Faythe Manera's breakout season, the week's toughest injuries, Aura Academy leaderboard update, and your mailbag questions answered.