Gus shares his thoughts on the growing impact of rule changes in the game. He also makes a strong case for the international growth of rugby league, suggesting that Origin/NRL eligibility shouldn't limit a player's chance to represent their country. And yes, there's even a light-hearted look at the Bulldogs’ latest haircut trends.

00:00 - Welcome 
Nailbiting finishes
NRL golfers 

04:00 - Yes No No
Des Hasler will be remembered as a legend of the game 
Warriors and Knights was a finish from the footy gods 
Blayke Brailey is the best hooker in the comp right now

19:00 - The consequences of changing the rules
Protecting general play kickers 
Gus warned Joey and Freddy about it

23:00 - The Kangaroos and international teams 
Eligibility 
Gus is a big advocate for players to play international football

30:00 - Angus Bowen 
Bulldogs haircuts 

35:00 - Ampol Power Surge
Best English players 

44:00 - NRLW and NRL tips 

Gus shares his thoughts on the growing impact of rule changes in the game. He also makes a strong case for the international growth of rugby league, suggesting that Origin/NRL eligibility shouldn't limit a player's chance to represent their country. And yes, there's even a light-hearted look at the Bulldogs&rsquo; latest haircut trends.
00:00 - Welcome&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Nailbiting finishes</li>
<li aria-level="1">NRL golfers&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
04:00 - Yes No No
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Des Hasler will be remembered as a legend of the game&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Warriors and Knights was a finish from the footy gods&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Blayke Brailey is the best hooker in the comp right now</li>
</ul>
19:00 - The consequences of changing the rules
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Protecting general play kickers&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gus warned Joey and Freddy about it</li>
</ul>
23:00 - The Kangaroos and international teams&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Eligibility&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gus is a big advocate for players to play international football</li>
</ul>
30:00 - Angus Bowen&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Bulldogs haircuts&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
35:00 - Ampol Power Surge
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Best English players&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
44:00 - NRLW and NRL tips&nbsp;

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

 

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.
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James Bracey and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the six biggest issues in Rugby League each week. Released every Wednesday.

Six Tackles With Gus

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

Gus on Growing the Game, Great Finishes, and Haircuts at Belmore

Coaching drama has exploded just three rounds into the season as the Broncos are rocked by the sudden exit of assistant Ben Te’o, raising fresh questions about leadership and stability at Red Hill. Gus unpacks the situation, what could be happening behind the scenes, and why differences of opinion inside coaching groups are not only common, but necessary.

As Gus puts it, you can’t be a yes man to the head coach, and leadership often means making calls that don’t make everyone happy.

Elsewhere, the pressure is building fast. Are the Roosters and Trent Robinson heading for a defining moment against Manly? Will Daly Cherry-Evans get a hostile reception at Brookvale? And are the Sharks at risk of going stale after years with the same core?

Plus, a big Yes No No No No No, Panthers tactics under the microscope, Souths’ return to Allianz, and a full Round 4 preview thanks to TAB.

Coaching drama has exploded just three rounds into the season as the Broncos are rocked by the sudden exit of assistant Ben Te&rsquo;o, raising fresh questions about leadership and stability at Red Hill. Gus unpacks the situation, what could be happening behind the scenes, and why differences of opinion inside coaching groups are not only common, but necessary.
As Gus puts it, you can&rsquo;t be a yes man to the head coach, and leadership often means making calls that don&rsquo;t make everyone happy.
Elsewhere, the pressure is building fast. Are the Roosters and Trent Robinson heading for a defining moment against Manly? Will Daly Cherry-Evans get a hostile reception at Brookvale? And are the Sharks at risk of going stale after years with the same core?
Plus, a big Yes No No No No No, Panthers tactics under the microscope, Souths&rsquo; return to Allianz, and a full Round 4 preview thanks to TAB.

Broncos Blow-Up: “You Can’t Be a Yes Man” 

Gus and Mat reflect on an emotional night at Allianz Stadium where Alex Johnston made history by breaking the all-time try-scoring record. Gus shares his personal memories of watching the legendary Ken Irvine and discusses what makes "AJ" such a special part of the South Sydney club.

Plus,
Tigers Time: Gus is impressed by the team cohesion the Wests Tigers are currently building.
Ask Gus: Can Manly turn it around?


Round 3 Preview: Analysis of every game, including the Bulldogs' trip to Canberra and the clash between the red-hot Warriors and the Knights.


The "Claudette" Report: AI analysis of Gus's busy week on social media.


NRL Judiciary & Fines: Gus sounds off on the current system of player fines and why he believes it's way over the top.


Multicultural Round Trivia: Who was the first PNG-born player to debut in the NRL?

Gus and Mat reflect on an emotional night at Allianz Stadium where&nbsp;Alex Johnston made history by breaking the all-time try-scoring record.&nbsp;Gus shares his personal memories of watching the legendary&nbsp;Ken Irvine and discusses what makes "AJ" such a special part of the South Sydney club.
Plus,
<ul data-path-to-node="5">
<li>Tigers Time: Gus is impressed by the team cohesion the Wests Tigers are currently building.</li>
<li>Ask Gus: Can Manly turn it around?</li>
<li>
Round 3 Preview: Analysis of every game, including the Bulldogs' trip to Canberra and the clash between the red-hot Warriors and the Knights.
</li>
<li>
The "Claudette" Report: AI analysis of Gus's busy week on social media.
</li>
<li>
NRL Judiciary &amp; Fines: Gus sounds off on the current system of player fines and why he believes it's way over the top.
</li>
<li>
Multicultural Round Trivia: Who was the first PNG-born player to debut in the NRL?
</li>
</ul>

Gus on Wests Tigers: 'It all seems to be moulding together at the right time' 

Phil Gould is back from Las Vegas after seeing the Eagles at the Sphere and breaks down the big statements from Round 1, the Raiders’ hot start, and whether Alex Johnston is about to make NRL history.

Plus  a Tigers young gun debut, your Ask Gus questions, and Round 2 tips thanks to TAB.

Phil Gould is back from Las Vegas after seeing the Eagles at the Sphere and breaks down the big statements from Round 1, the Raiders&rsquo; hot start, and whether Alex Johnston is about to make NRL history.
Plus&nbsp; a Tigers young gun debut, your Ask Gus questions, and Round 2 tips thanks to TAB.

Gus on Growing the Game, Great Finishes, and Haircuts at Belmore

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