Freddy and the Eighth

NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns get in a heated debate over whether Kalyn Ponga should or shouldn’t be made to play for Australia. Freddy shares a TMI story that leaves Joey and Mat Thompson dying of laughter. The boys give their season reviews of the Sea Eagles and Cowboys. Plus, an extensive preview of the preliminary finals matches. All that and much more on another episode of Freddy & the Eighth. 

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With the beginning of the NRL Finals kicking off this week Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and Mat Thompson break down the ins and outs of week 1 of the Finals race. The Sydney Morning Herald’s Michael Chammas shares the latest news surrounding the Josh Addo-Carr scandal. We dive into the archives to relive some of the best schoolboy’s footy moments. Plus, the boys decipher which era of footy was the most entertaining.

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Footy legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns debate which era produced the best playmakers ever! Freddy backs Kevin Walters to continue on as coach of the Brisbane Broncos, despite a ‘terrible’ season. The boys react to some filthy high-shots from the good old days. Plus, Joey recalls one of his own cheap shots on a very young Johnathan Thurston. 

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Join Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson for another hilarious edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The NRL legends take a look back at one of the worst high shots you’ll ever see!! And it only resulted in a penalty! The Eighth Immortal introduces his brand new segment ‘My Heroes’. Plus the boys give their grilling evaluation of the bottom teams in the 2024 NRL Premiership. 

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After a month off the boys are finally back! Brad Fittler, Andrew Johns and Mat Thompson take a deep dive into the biggest talking points in the NRL. Joey doesn’t hold back about the lack of consultancy himself and fellow Immortals Wally Lewis and Mal Meninga were able to give to the NRL Hall of Fame over the decision to name the newest Immortal. Freddy believes the NRL and South Sydney Rabbitohs have let Latrell down. Plus, the boys name the teams who are hot and who is not going into the finals. 

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On a hilarious episode of Freddy & the Eighth Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler are joined by Footy Show Legend Paul Vautin as they take a look back at some of Fatty’s finest moments. The boys preview the Origin decider, Joey predicts an all out brawl to erupt. Plus, a trip down memory lane to 2022 where the resemblance to this year’s Origin series is uncanny.

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Footy Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns dissect and analyse the race to the Top 8, Mat Thompson and Brad Fittler blow up about the state of park footy, and Joey calls for QLD to axe one of their great Maroons if they want to win Origin. Take a behind the scenes look at what goes on in the commentary box. Get ready to laugh as we take a look at the funniest stretcher fails and Joey’s hilarious Fyshwick moment. Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 18 games on Nine and 9Now.

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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 to the Dragons, are they a chance of making the finals with him there? We dig through the archives to find some of the best long-range tries in NRL history. The boys slam players who are milking penalties and are glad changes are going to be made. Plus, Brad shares his experience with Water beds from his teenage days. All that and more on a special Origin preview edition of Freddy & the Eighth.

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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 Tedesco. The NRL Greats applaud the Women's State of Origin and the rate at which the game is evolving. Plus, the boys share some stories about which goal-kickers they looked to as kids and we dig through the archives to find the funniest goal-kicking fails of all time.

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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 later storms out after seeing a controversial penalty that changed the outcome of the game. Joey reveals who the Parramatta Eels should be calling to be their next coach. Plus, the boys give their thoughts on Madge’s overhaul of the Blues and Billy’s bizarre bench line-up. All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth. 

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