Freddy and the Eighth

Freddy and the Eighth episodes:

• 06.19.2024

  Legends EXCITED by X-Factor fueled NSW side

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns back Latrell Mitchell's & Mitchell Moses' 'X-Factor' abilities to win Game II for NSW. Joey Believes Connor Watson can replicate a similar performance to that of NSW Blues great Brad Wing. Damien Cook is off...

  
• 06.12.2024

  An Immortal’s PATIENT PLEA to talented Tiger cub

  The Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns issues a HUGE piece of advice for phenom Lachlan Galvin as he reaches a crossroads in his young career. NRL Legend Brad Fittler breaks down NSW Blues ongoing Fullback battle between Dylan Edwards and James...

  
• 05.29.2024

  Freddy still haunted by nightmare Origin penalty

  Former NSW coach Brad Fittler doesn’t hold anything back when reflecting on Game 1 of last year’s State of Origin series. The NRL legend calls out the ‘uneducated people’ slamming his decision to play Nicho Hynes in the centres and...

  
• 05.22.2024

  Legends build their perfect NSW Blues side

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns collaborate on their ultimate NSW Blues lineup for State of Origin Game 1. The footy masterminds debate history vs form, unpack every position, and identify the game plan for beating the Queensland Maroons. The boys...

  
• 05.15.2024

  Legend picks shock Blues pairing ahead of Origin Game 1

  Former NSW Blues players Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns name the curveball halves they'd pick for State of Origin after NSW's horror run with injuries. Alongside Mat Thompson, the boys react to the news of Wayne Bennett returning to the...

  
• 05.09.2024

  Legend SLAMS disloyal young players and managers

  Brad Fittler is joined by The Big Marn himself, Darryl Brohman & host Mat Thompson. The NRL legends explore the scary possibility of David Fifita's future at the Penrith Panthers and how many premierships could they win with him. We...

  
• 05.02.2024

  Why an Immortal believes Bennett will choose Eels over Souths

  With the dismissal of Jason Demetriou from the South Sydney Rabbitohs everyone is speculating that Wayne Bennett will fill the void, but the Eighth Immortal believes the master coach has another team in his sights. NSW Blues legend Brad Fittler...

  
• 04.26.2024

  Legends disagree over 'embarrassing' tunnel fight

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns butt heads over the punch-on debate, but both legends agree that the niggling antics in modern-day footy is an ‘embarrassment’ to the sport. The boys break down what is the true problem with the Parramatta...

  
• 04.17.2024

  Fisher-Harris' bombshell news ROCKS Freddy & the Eighth

  NRL legend Brad Fittler and the Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns instantly react to the breaking news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Penrith Panthers and signing with the New Zealand Warriors. Also on the show, Jamal Fogarty drops in to talk...

  
• 04.10.2024

  'Lazy' Souths have more issues than just Latrell Mitchell

  NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are joined by Sydney Morning Herald Sports Reporter Michael Chammas and host Mat Thompson as they dive into breaking news surrounding the NRL. The Legends rip into the South Sydney Rabbitohs for their...

  
• 04.03.2024

  Freddy's inside stories of the INSANE 1991 PNG tour

  Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson for another weird and wonderful episode of Freddy and the Eighth. Freddy and Joey look back on some of the greatest NRL jerseys to ever grace our screens, Freddy recalls the...

  
• 03.27.2024

  Immortal backs Walker for Origin as injury ward grows

  With 70 days until Origin I Andrew Johns has called for Cody Walker to be the NSW five-eighth if an injured Mitch Moses can't play. Alongside Brad Fittler and host Mat Thompson, the boys dissect the injuries across the NRL...

  
• 03.14.2024

  Legends pass judgement over the Round 1 winners & losers

  NRL legend Brad Fittler and Immortal Andrew Johns laugh & compliment Ricky Stuart's attempt to inspire the Canberra Raiders by channeling his inner Ted Lasso. Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys reflect and chat about the biggest talking points of...

  
• 03.06.2024

  No place in today's game: Freddy rejects footy's old ways

  Brad Fittler has slammed the old-school attitudes in rugby league after Rooster Spencer Leniu was accused of directing a racial slur towards Bronco Ezra Mam. Alongside Andrew Johns and host Mat Thompson, the boys give their take on the Vegas...

  
• 02.28.2024

  Why Joey can't join Vegas troublemakers ahead of NRL opener

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are back for the 2024 NRL season, as they preview an epic weekend in Vegas! Alongside host Mat Thompson, the boys name the next gen players they can't wait to watch, and call out the...

  
• 09.20.2023

  Legends weigh in on the ‘game of the weekend’

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns analyse how the Storm and Warriors need to play to defeat the two favourites of the prelims, the Panthers and Broncos. Joey and Freddy look through the vault at Grand Final parades of years passed....

  
• 09.13.2023

  Legends decide where the juggernauts win the Grand Final

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect the key areas where Panthers and Broncos come out on top, as the two powerhouses enter the preliminary finals as hard favourites. Joey relives the emotion of the Knights' incredible win over the Raiders,...

  
• 09.06.2023

  The ultimate NRL finals preview

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns preview the blockbuster matches ahead in Finals Week 1, and relive their own Grand Final experiences. We put a 'commentator cam' on Joey as the Knights get up, grade the teams who missed finals, and...

  
• 08.30.2023

  Should natural justice be handled on-field instead of the judiciary?

  Is it time to bring back the biff? Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler question if dog shots and high tackles should be settled on field by the players, or if the current review system works. We welcome back Ryan Papenhuyzen,...

  
• 08.23.2023

  Legends question what's really happening at Souths

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns unpack what's really going on behind closed doors at South Sydney, as our special guest details how the club split from Sam Burgess. Freddy recounts his escape from a Mexican jail, friend of the show...

  
• 08.17.2023

  Boys bemoan what could have been as Pangai Junior retires

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns bemoan what could have been for Tevita Pangai Junior as the talented Bulldog retires from league to pursue boxing. The boys name the things they'd like to bring back from old-school rugby league, assess the...

  
• 08.09.2023

  Which past hero does your team need to win a Premiership?

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns select the league legends they'd like to inject into the current top 8 sides, to cover what the NRL's strongest teams might be lacking. The boys ask what Payne Haas is really worth and question...

  
• 08.02.2023

  Andrew Johns opens up on measures to combat CTE

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns reflect on friend Wally Lewis' likely CTE diagnosis, share their own concerns, and reveal the NRL's actions to combat the disease. Could the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen deliver Storm a premiership? The boys welcome the...

  
• 07.27.2023

  Legends clash over Luai's ability to carry next team

  Does Jarome Luai have the starpower to be a one-man show? Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns clash over his ability to lift a team onto his shoulders, if he decides to leave the Panthers. The boys discuss the last time...

  
• 07.19.2023

  The ins and outs on the race to the finals

  Emma Lawrence is joined by Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns to dissect the race to the Top 8, unpack the problem at the Tigers, and preview the 2023 NRLW season. Could this be the year of the Cowboy? How do...

  
• 07.05.2023

  Blues legend admits Queensland superiority

  The eighth immortal Andrew Johns is joined by NSW Sky Blues player Millie Boyle for a special edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The pair chat everything Origin in the lead-up to Game III. Joey believes Cody Walker will unlock...

  
• 06.28.2023

  Joey believes DCE's future holds key to Brooks move

  Join NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler and the eight Immortal Andrew Johns as they make sense of the major signings at the Manly Sea Eagles. Mark Hughes drops in ahead of Beanie for Brain Cancer round. Freddy and Joey review...

  
• 06.14.2023

  Johns likens Maroons spine to the dynasty days

  Andrew Johns has made a huge call for the Maroons' spine for Origin Game II as Cameron Munster comes off an 'out of this world' performance. Alongside Mat Thompson, the boys welcome some massive specials guests, Queensland great Darren Lockyer...

  
• 06.07.2023

  Halfback shortlist has Johns stumped

  On this week's Freddy and The Eighth... The shortlist for Nathan Cleary's Blues jersey has Andrew Johns stumped, as he and Brad Fittler look to finalise their side for Origin Game II. The boys respond to Gus Gould's huge call...

  
• 05.24.2023

  Freddy determined not to repeat Game I defeat

  NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler is refusing to allow a repeat of last year's Game I loss to the Maroons. Alongside Immortal Andrew Johns, he chats all things State of Origin, revealing the inner sanctum of the Blues training camp...

  
• 05.17.2023

  Joey backs Trbojevic to make call on Blues selection

  Andrew Johns reveals his final Blues side for State of Origin Game I, hinting to coach Brad Fittler what to do with Tom Trbojevic, Nicho Hynes and other players on the cusp of selection. The boys crystal ball the next...

  
• 05.10.2023

  Boys name the club sides that should have been dynasties

  Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns look back on the great NRL sides that missed their chance to become a dynasty. Joey sings Wayne Bennett's praises after his 'greatest achievement this year', and makes a crucial change to his rolling NSW...

  
• 05.03.2023

  Boys praise strike power of Premiership threat

  Freddy and Joey have identified the new powerhouse of the NRL, as the Panthers suffer back-to-back losses. Is there space for Kalyn Ponga and David Fifita in the Maroons State of Origin team? Who is the bulldozing "nugget" set to...

  
• 04.26.2023

  Legends butt heads on growing NRL in USA

  Freddy and Joey have given their takes on kicking off the season in Vegas, as the NRL looks to expand internationally. The boys give their assessment of Victor Radley's sin bin and chat Jack Wighton's move to the Rabbitohs. Joey...

  
• 04.19.2023

  Immortal backs change to Golden Point system

  Freddy and Joey have suggested their changes to a lopsided Golden Point system, as teams with kicking specialists reap the rewards. Joey makes changes to his NSW Origin side, while Freddy reveals the details of his phone call with Jack...

  
• 04.12.2023

  NRL greats fire up over 'trained' hip drop tackles

  Freddy and Joey get fired up over the 'trained' hip drop tackles that are putting players in danger after the drama of Round 6. What's Joey's bold solution the the exodus of local Panthers? And which Dally M leaders are...

  
• 04.05.2023

  NRL legends not convinced by Broncos hype

  Joey and Freddy are back to rip into the biggest talking points from the NRL after one of the greatest ever starts to the season. Two clubs empty their pockets for Payne Haas and Jack Wighton, as the Warriors set...

  
• 03.29.2023

  NRL legends fed up with Suaalii media storm

  Freddy and Joey are back to break down all the drama from the NRL this week, as the pot keeps getting stirred for Joseph Suaalii, Gus Gould and the Roosters. The boys name the franchises they’d buy, hold and sell,...

  
• 03.23.2023

  Legends not fussed by star’s code switch

  Freddy and Joey are back to break down the biggest talking points going into Round 3, have the Tigers made the right call to drop David Nofoaluma and rearrange their spine? Joey explains whose the better fullback between Latrell Mitchell...

  
• 03.15.2023

  How many is too many? Ponga’s career at a crossroads

  Freddy and Joey are back to dissect the drama of NRL Round 2, with concern for the long term health of Kalyn Ponga after his latest head knock… The boys look at the weirdest on-field footy injuries, remember their biggest inspirations...

  
• 03.08.2023

  “I’LL KNOCK YOU OUT”

  Panthers’ scuffle has nothing on the boys’ old stories: Freddy & the Eighth. Freddy and Joey are back to recap all things from Round 1 of the 2023 NRL Premiership, starting with the biggest overreactions and hot takes. We duck into the...

  
• 03.01.2023

  Legends torn over lopsided player development

  Freddy, Joey and Thommo are back to preview Round 1 of the 2023 NRL Premiership. The two legends clash over a lopsided player development system, and question what it means for your club and the NRL’s main poaching grounds. The...

  
• 02.23.2023

  2023 NRL season preview

  Freddy and Joey preview the 2023 NRL Premiership season. Joey makes a bold prediction about the Tigers, and the two legends make some more big calls: Which player has a month to save his career? What's Wayne Bennett's master plan...