Billy and Psaltry dig into one of the NRL's most pressing storylines - Jerome Lui's move to the PNG Chiefs and what it means for the Perth Bears' ability to compete. 

Billy breaks down why Perth faces a uniquely difficult challenge, with the Chiefs effectively operating on double the salary cap thanks to tax-free dollars and third-party arrangements. 

Then it's Round 10 preview time - the Dolphins v Bulldogs, Cowboys v Parramatta (and what Reed Mahoney’s journey tells us about what clubs get wrong), and can the Raiders back up their Gold Coast ambush against the Panthers at home?

Billy and Psaltry dig into one of the NRL's most pressing storylines - Jerome Lui's move to the PNG Chiefs and what it means for the Perth Bears' ability to compete.&nbsp;
Billy breaks down why Perth faces a uniquely difficult challenge, with the Chiefs effectively operating on double the salary cap thanks to tax-free dollars and third-party arrangements.&nbsp;
Then it's Round 10 preview time - the Dolphins v Bulldogs, Cowboys v Parramatta (and what Reed Mahoney&rsquo;s journey tells us about what clubs get wrong), and can the Raiders back up their Gold Coast ambush against the Panthers at home?

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.

The Billy Slater Podcast

Round 10 Preview + PNG Chiefs, Perth Bears & the NRL's Expansion Problem

Billy takes us inside Maroons Camp on the Sunshine Coast ahead of a must win Origin Game 2 at the MCG.

(00:00) Introduction and Series Context

(00:41) Player Analysis: Thomas Flegler and Selwyn Cobbo

(02:35) Player Analysis: Robert Toia

(04:02) Team Changes and Selection Strategy

(05:46) Connelly Lemuelu's Debut

(07:25) The Challenge of Playing at the MCG

(08:37) Team Resilience and the Return of Reece Walsh

(11:10) Jojo Fifita and the Titans' Development Pathway

(13:10) Backline Combinations and Game Strategy

(13:51) Coaching Reflections and Queensland Pride

(16:11) Origin History, Culture and Team Spirit

Billy takes us inside Maroons Camp on the Sunshine Coast ahead of a must win Origin Game 2 at the MCG.
(00:00) Introduction and Series Context
(00:41) Player Analysis: Thomas Flegler and Selwyn Cobbo
(02:35) Player Analysis: Robert Toia
(04:02) Team Changes and Selection Strategy
(05:46) Connelly Lemuelu's Debut
(07:25) The Challenge of Playing at the MCG
(08:37) Team Resilience and the Return of Reece Walsh
(11:10) Jojo Fifita and the Titans' Development Pathway
(13:10) Backline Combinations and Game Strategy
(13:51) Coaching Reflections and Queensland Pride
(16:11) Origin History, Culture and Team Spirit

Billy Inside Maroons Origin Camp

Billy Slater breaks down a fascinating halfway point of the NRL season, with the ladder tighter than ever and plenty of contenders emerging. Billy explains why Melbourne's improvement is no coincidence, what impressed him most about Sam Walker's State of Origin debut, and why the Dragons' upset win over Brisbane could prove a season-defining moment. Plus, the Panthers and Warriors battle for top spot, the Raiders flex their muscle, and a full preview of Round 14.

(00:00) Welcome to the Billy Slater Podcast
(00:31) Halfway Through the Season: The Ladder Tightens
(01:54) Melbourne Storm's Improvement and Sua Fa'alogo's Impact
(03:09) Why Patience Is Returning to Melbourne's Game
(04:06) Roosters Get a Pass After Storm Defeat
(05:02) Inside Sam Walker's Origin Debut Preparation
(06:29) Handling Success and Origin Expectations
(08:13) Coaching Through an Origin Series
(09:27) Queensland Selection Watch and Patty Carrigan Injury Update
(10:12) Dragons Finally Break Through Against Brisbane
(11:58) The Leadership That Sparked St George Illawarra
(13:57) Panthers Edge Warriors in a Battle of the Heavyweights
(16:25) Raiders Dominate Cowboys Through the Middle
(18:13) Jonathan Thurston's Canberra Cold Weather Struggles
(19:38) Canberra's Forward Depth
(22:19) Tom Dearden's Origin Prospects
(23:26) Sharks Hold Off Brave Manly Challenge
(24:58) Injury-Hit Eels Earn Respect Against Newcastle
(26:54) Jermaine McEwen and Dylan Lucas Flying Under the Radar
(28:56) Contrasting Styles Shaping the NRL Premiership Race
(30:42) Round 14 Preview: Manly v Rabbitohs
(31:44) Storm v Knights and Raiders v Roosters Preview
(33:26) Queensland Day Footy: Cowboys v Dolphins & Broncos v Titans
(35:01) Sharks v Dragons Derby Preview
(36:14) Stories of Origin: Cameron Smith's Favourite Game
(40:19) Wrap Up and Farewell

Billy Slater breaks down a fascinating halfway point of the NRL season, with the ladder tighter than ever and plenty of contenders emerging. Billy explains why Melbourne's improvement is no coincidence, what impressed him most about Sam Walker's State of Origin debut, and why the Dragons' upset win over Brisbane could prove a season-defining moment. Plus, the Panthers and Warriors battle for top spot, the Raiders flex their muscle, and a full preview of Round 14.
(00:00) Welcome to the Billy Slater Podcast (00:31) Halfway Through the Season: The Ladder Tightens (01:54) Melbourne Storm's Improvement and Sua Fa'alogo's Impact (03:09) Why Patience Is Returning to Melbourne's Game (04:06) Roosters Get a Pass After Storm Defeat (05:02) Inside Sam Walker's Origin Debut Preparation (06:29) Handling Success and Origin Expectations (08:13) Coaching Through an Origin Series (09:27) Queensland Selection Watch and Patty Carrigan Injury Update (10:12) Dragons Finally Break Through Against Brisbane (11:58) The Leadership That Sparked St George Illawarra (13:57) Panthers Edge Warriors in a Battle of the Heavyweights (16:25) Raiders Dominate Cowboys Through the Middle (18:13) Jonathan Thurston's Canberra Cold Weather Struggles (19:38) Canberra's Forward Depth (22:19) Tom Dearden's Origin Prospects (23:26) Sharks Hold Off Brave Manly Challenge (24:58) Injury-Hit Eels Earn Respect Against Newcastle (26:54) Jermaine McEwen and Dylan Lucas Flying Under the Radar (28:56) Contrasting Styles Shaping the NRL Premiership Race (30:42) Round 14 Preview: Manly v Rabbitohs (31:44) Storm v Knights and Raiders v Roosters Preview (33:26) Queensland Day Footy: Cowboys v Dolphins &amp; Broncos v Titans (35:01) Sharks v Dragons Derby Preview (36:14) Stories of Origin: Cameron Smith's Favourite Game (40:19) Wrap Up and Farewell

Origin Fallout, Dragons Shock the Broncos & Why Sam Walker Is Built for the Big Stage

Queensland coach Billy Slater joins us from inside Maroons camp ahead of State of Origin Game One, tackling the biggest selection calls and storylines dominating rugby league.

Billy opens up on the huge fullback debate between Reece Walsh and Kalyn Ponga, why experience mattered in key positions, and how the Maroons landed on one of the most talked-about squads in recent Origin history.

There’s also discussion around the six debutants and the balance of the bench under the new Origin rules, leadership within camp.

Billy also reflects on selection pressure and what fans might be underestimating about this Queensland team heading into the series opener.

Queensland coach Billy Slater joins us from inside Maroons camp ahead of State of Origin Game One, tackling the biggest selection calls and storylines dominating rugby league.
Billy opens up on the huge fullback debate between Reece Walsh and Kalyn Ponga, why experience mattered in key positions, and how the Maroons landed on one of the most talked-about squads in recent Origin history.
There&rsquo;s also discussion around the six debutants and the balance of the bench under the new Origin rules, leadership within camp.
Billy also reflects on selection pressure and what fans might be underestimating about this Queensland team heading into the series opener.

Round 10 Preview + PNG Chiefs, Perth Bears & the NRL's Expansion Problem

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