Freddy and the Eighth

Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler have you sorted with the ultimate State of Origin preview! The Origin legends back Ethan Strange to cement himself in Origin, after Mitchell Moses was ruled out due to injury. The boys reveal which QLDER terrifies them the most ahead of Game 1 State of Origin. In other news, NRL CEO Andrew Abdo is off to Tennis, so who will replace him? All that and more in an Origin edition of Freddy & the Eighth.

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Danny Buderus relives his favourite State of Origin memory, Game 3, 2005.

From the heartbreak of Matt Bowen’s intercept in Game 1 golden point, to the return of Andrew Johns and captaining NSW to a famous 32-10 win at Suncorp. 

At the time, nobody realised it would become the last Blues decider win in Brisbane for almost two decades.

This is the story of a team that got knocked down, found belief again, and etched itself into Origin history. Thanks to TAB.

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NSW Blues Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns break down the key and surprising selections from Laurie Daley and Billy Slater ahead of State of Origin 2026 Game 1. The boys applaud the selection of  Victor Radley in the forward pack and Jamie Goddard joins the show to relive THAT 1997 Origin fight against Joey. All that and more on another edition of Freddy & the Eighth.

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Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns are stunned by the news of Ivan Cleary's sudden departure from the Penrith Panthers. The boys discuss the Perth Bears' biggest issues regarding signing players and how they can fix it? Plus, a preview of Magic Round 2026

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He was at his lowest ebb - then he delivered perfection.

Welcome to Season 5 of Stories of Origin. as we sit down with the true icons of the game to explore the single Origin match that defined their legacy.

We are kicking off this series with a bang. Rugby league’s greatest player, Nathan Cleary, joins us to dissect his favourite Origin game: his absolute masterclass in game two of the 2022 series in Perth.

It was a performance that silenced the critics and showcased the resilience required to thrive at this level. Nathan takes us inside the intense pressure of that series, revealing how he channelled the disappointment of a 16-10 home loss in game one - against a Queensland side inspired by the champion Cameron Munster, to orchestrate the defining high point of his Origin career.

It’s an intimate, tactical, and honest look at what it takes to own the toughest arena in rugby league.

Proudly brought to you by TAB.

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Today Show host Karl Stefanovic joins Andrew Johns on a very loose episode of "Karl & the Eighth". Joey raises concerns over the PNG compound, Karl selects his QLD Origin squad for Game 1. Plus, we dive through some of Karl's funniest moments from throughout his career.

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Join Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns as they dissect the fallout of Jarome Luai's departure from the Tigers and becoming the first signing for the PNG Chiefs. Kieran For-an 0, but will they defeat the Panthers? NSW Blues Women's coach John Strange joins the show ahead of Game 1 of Women's State of Origin. Plus, Freddy and Joey release their first squads for Game 1 of Men's Origin.

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Season 5 of Stories of Origin is almost here, and we’re starting with a massive statement.

After a stinging 16-10 loss in game one of the 2022 series - a result that left the Blues reeling and under immense pressure - Nathan Cleary faced the ultimate test of character. How did the game's greatest player bounce back to deliver one of the most clinical masterclasses in Perth?

In our Season 5 premiere, hosted by Mathew Thompson and proudly brought to you by TAB, Nathan Cleary pulls back the curtain on his favourite Origin game. We explore the tactical brilliance, the pressure of the jersey, and the exact moment he turned a career low into his defining Origin performance.

Don’t miss the season opener. Catch the full conversation Monday, 27 April 2026.

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Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns have their say on the recent sacking of Shane Flanagan and the inner turmoil of the St George Illawarra Dragons. The nicest man in Rugby League, Jake Trbojevic, joins the show. Plus, a full preview of the ANZAC day clash between the Dragons and Roosters.

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The boys dive straight into the nostalgia, reminiscing about the old days of dragging heavy 50-meter microphone cords onto the field for post-game interviews. They also celebrate the roaring success of the Wests Tigers and North Queensland Cowboys. State of Origin talk heats up as the boys pick their origin bolters. Tipping gets tense as Piggy officially tries to pull the pin on his predictions after repeatedly backing struggling teams like the Eels and Dragons. Listener questions spark deep dives into the best players the boys ever shared the field with. The guys reflect on the brutal, forgotten art of contested scrums, sharing tales of flying headgear, uppercuts, and biting. Finally, MG reveals the truth behind the 1991 State of Origin carnage, confirming he was given a green light that ultimately ended in a six-week suspension. Plus the crew breaks down the NRL Round 7 action.

You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’

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