A huge wrap-up of the NRL's big Vegas opener, with Billy comparing it to Magic Round and discussing what it means for the game. 

Billy also touches on the Jillaroos and the growing women's game, plus his thoughts on Wigan vs. Warrington. The Mitch Moses contract situation gets a deep dive, and Billy shares why he believes a Raiders youngster has an Origin future.

The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Sam Leckie thanks to TAB.

Send through your questions to Billy billyslaterpodcast@nine.com.au

00:00 - Welcome

01:00 - Vegas wrap

04:00 - Panthers Sharks 

07:00 - Raiders Warriors 

11:30 - Jillaroos 

13:00 - Wigan Warrington 

15:00 - Mitch Moses contract

17:00 - Billy M Awards

23:30 - Listener questions 

29:30 - Round 1 continued preview

A huge wrap-up of the NRL's big Vegas opener, with Billy comparing it to Magic Round and discussing what it means for the game.&nbsp;
Billy also touches on the Jillaroos and the growing women's game, plus his thoughts on Wigan vs. Warrington. The Mitch Moses contract situation gets a deep dive, and Billy shares why he believes a Raiders youngster has an Origin future.
The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Sam Leckie thanks to TAB.
Send through your questions to Billy <a href="mailto:billyslaterpodcast@nine.com.au">billyslaterpodcast@nine.com.au</a>
00:00 - Welcome
01:00 - Vegas wrap
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04:00 - Panthers Sharks&nbsp;
07:00 - Raiders Warriors&nbsp;
11:30 - Jillaroos&nbsp;
13:00 - Wigan Warrington&nbsp;
15:00 - Mitch Moses contract
17:00 - Billy M Awards
23:30 - Listener questions&nbsp;
29:30 - Round 1 continued preview

Origin coach Billy Slater and co-host Peter Psaltis break down winners, losers, players and clubs each week, answering the biggest questions of the round. Raw. Honest. On demand.

Origin coach Billy Slater and co-host Peter Psaltis break down winners, losers, players and clubs each week, answering the biggest questions of the round. Raw. Honest. On demand.

League’s greatest Fullback returns every Monday of the NRL season to look back on a massive round of Rugby League.

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NRL Kicks Off: Vegas, Round 1 & Billy’s Big Calls

Psalty and Billy Slater break down a massive Round 2 of the NRL, looking at the surprising resilience of the Parramatta Eels, the "energy" factor of Josh Addo-Carr, and the brewing pressure in Brisbane.

Psalty and Billy Slater break down a massive Round 2 of the NRL, looking at the surprising resilience of the Parramatta Eels, the "energy" factor of Josh Addo-Carr, and the brewing pressure in Brisbane.

Eels Resilience, Warriors Rising, and the Broncos' Big Test

The Newcastle Knights are flying high at 2-0, but the celebrations are tempered by a massive double-injury blow to Kalen Ponga and Dylan Brown.

Billy Slater breaks down the incredible mental toughness shown at Brookvale and how the "next man up" mentality has the Knights defying the odds under Justin Holbrook.

The&nbsp;Newcastle Knights are flying high at 2-0, but the celebrations are tempered by a massive double-injury blow to Kalen Ponga and Dylan Brown.
Billy Slater breaks down the incredible mental toughness shown at Brookvale and how the "next man up" mentality has the Knights defying the odds under Justin Holbrook.

Knights’ Grit vs. Superstar Hit: 2-0 Despite the Chaos

Billy Slater and Peter Psaltis unpack a high-scoring opening weekend that proved preseason form is often a "reality check" once the real whistle blows.

They break down why the Melbourne Storm remain the gold standard of preparation and how the Penrith Panthers continue to use their defensive intensity as a mirror to expose their rivals.

Key Highlights


The 24-0 Record: A deep dive into Craig Bellamy’s staggering 24-year undefeated streak in Round 1 and what it reveals about the Storm's elite preseason standards.


Wayne’s World at Souths: The Rabbitohs’ 40-point explosion and why a fit Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker make them the most dangerous attacking unit in the comp.


The "Mirror" Effect: Billy explains how Penrith’s relentless pressure forces opponents like the Broncos to confront their own fitness and mental deficiencies.


Record Watch: Discussion on Alex Johnston closing in on the all-time try-scoring record.

Billy Slater and Peter Psaltis unpack a high-scoring opening weekend that proved preseason form is often a "reality check" once the real whistle blows.
They break down why the Melbourne Storm remain the gold standard of preparation and how the Penrith Panthers continue to use their defensive intensity as a mirror to expose their rivals.
Key Highlights
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The 24-0 Record: A deep dive into Craig Bellamy&rsquo;s staggering 24-year undefeated streak in Round 1 and what it reveals about the Storm's elite preseason standards.
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Wayne&rsquo;s World at Souths: The Rabbitohs&rsquo; 40-point explosion and why a fit Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker make them the most dangerous attacking unit in the comp.
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The "Mirror" Effect: Billy explains how Penrith&rsquo;s relentless pressure forces opponents like the Broncos to confront their own fitness and mental deficiencies.
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Record Watch: Discussion on Alex Johnston closing in on the all-time try-scoring record.
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NRL Kicks Off: Vegas, Round 1 & Billy’s Big Calls

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