Brent Read and Michael Carayannis jump into the studio straight after State of Origin game two to give their initial reactions on what happened in Perth. They unpack the performances of key Maroons and Blues stars, the lopsided penalty count, and a memorable result for Queensland coach Billy Slater after a testing week. They also look ahead to the key games in round 16 of the NRL.

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Are the Maroons playing ducks and drakes with their team list ahead of the must-win Origin clash in Perth? And with all the focus on Daly Cherry-Evans' axing, were the Blues disloyal to his Manly teammate Jake Trbojevic? Plus, Knights coach Adam O'Brien could face a hostile reception from his own fans and signing news from the Tigers.

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Mal Meninga eyes Payne Haas and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui for Perth Bears. With Daly Cherry-Evans set to be dumped, who takes over as Queensland captain? The secret meeting that could end Kalyn Ponga's Maroons career

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Has loyalty been thrown out the window in Blues selection? Can the Burton–Galvin combo actually deliver under pressure? And is this finally Jarome Luai's moment to step up and lead?

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QLD prepare to target Leniu after JT spray. Is Galvin heading to the Bulldogs — and does that mean Reed Mahoney’s on the move? Plus, Turbo’s got a point to prove against the Eels after his Origin snub.

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Also in this episode:

Why Meninga and Burgess are the perfect pair to coach the Perth Bears

“You can’t leave him out” — Is Zac Lomax ready for Origin?

The wildest player agent requests ever — including 400 tickets, angry mums, and one very specific jersey number

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Parramatta have more player changes to come, Tyson doesn't believe one Penrith win means they're back and Dave wonders where the Bears will find a team.

Will Des Hasler remain as Titan's coach given their Top 8 clause? Has the game passed him by? Plus their salary cap is an absolute mess. Another flop recruitment from the Roosters with Dom Young out the door.

Origin is two weeks away. What's the best halves combination for the Blues and should Jake Trbojevic be dumped?

Hosts: 
David Riccio

Brent Read

Tyson Jackson

Producer: Jason Brookes

Recorded: 10am Thursday May 8

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Adam Mobbs, David Riccio, and Michael Carayannis explain why the NRL fixture needs fixing, look at the teams (and officiating) under the microscope at Magic Round, and debate who should be the Blues' fullback. Plus, find out Mick's unexpected passion!

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There is already a coach's future under the spotlight, with the pressure on Cowboys mentor Todd Payten. Adam Mobbs, Brent Read, and David Riccio also look at player signing news, preview the Bulldogs-Eels clash, and more.

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Brent Read and Michael Carayannis join Dave Riccio to break apart Dylan Brown's 10-year, $13 million deal with the Knights. They also run their rule over the best from Round 1, and who might loom as contenders and pretenders this season

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