League Express Podcast

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former referee Ben Thaler to discuss his involvement in the weekends 745 cross-code match raising money for Rob Burrow, Ed Slater and Doddie Weir. They discuss how Ben became a referee, some of his favourite moments and some of the moments he would like to have back. They discuss Ben's new role with the RFL, the current state of officiating and what changes could be made. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by the Salford Red Devils CEO Paul King to discuss his rise to become the Chief Executive, his early days as a business consultant and how that lead to his professional involvement with the club. They discuss the financial struggles of not having a wealthy benefactor, the impact IMG has had on the club and how they can achieve a grade A rating. They discuss the recent form of Nene Macdonald and whether he will remain at Salford next season. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss England's triumphant 2-0 series win over Samoa, Tonga's shock win over the Kiwi's and preview this weekend's Pacific Championship finals. They discuss Brian Noble's return to Bradford, where Ben Hunt and Josh Addo Car will end up and a sneaky IMG press conference Martyn was not aware of. Martyn also discusses a disappointing act by the RFL prior to Saturday's match, some potential Golden Boot nominees, a potential return of the War of Roses and what we can expect from the Ashes series next year. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss England's game 1 win over Samoa and whether Shaun Wane will make any changes for game 2, the Ashes series being moved to England from Australia next year and react to the IMG Grading's. They also review all the Pacific Championship results over the weekend including Australia's win over New Zealand. They discuss the 18-month suspension handed to Sheffield Eagles coach Mark Anston and give their take on whether the penalty was too harsh. They also discuss Leeds signing Maika Sivo, Salford signing Chris Hill and Castleford appointing Danny McGuire as head coach. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss Castleford Tigers new ownership deciding to part ways with coach Craig Lingard, Paul Rowley being appointed Salford's new Director of Rugby from 2026 and preview the IMG Gradings announcement. They also review all the action from week 1 of the Pacific Championship and preview this weekend's England vs Samoa match. They discuss Wakefield winning the championship Grand Final, Max Jowitt breaking the single season point scoring record and Ezra Mam's off-field incident. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by Great Britain Legend Garry Schofield OBE to give their in depth analysis of the Super League Grand Final. They discuss what this season means for the club, whether they'll go on to be one of the greatest teams in the modern era and discuss who could possibly stop them next season. They reflect on Hull KR's season, how they can bounce back and applaud the clubs success this season. They also delve into Bevan French's performance as the inaugural Rob Burrow award winner, shine line on other stand out performers and discuss the weekend's Championship and League 1 results which saw Wakefield and Toulouse advance through to the Grand Final while Hunslet were promoted to the Championship following their win over Swinton. They also take a look at this weekend's international fixtures and discuss the ridiculous charge Peta Hiku is facing. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan give their Super League Grand Final predictions. They also discuss Penrith Panthers winning their fourth straight NRL premiership over the Melbourne Storm, they discuss whether Penrith are the greatest team of all time and give their Man of Steel and Coach of the year award predictions. They discuss Penrith's decision to not participate in next seasons World Club Challenge, the need to re-think the season schedule to priorities the International game and also react to the International squad's being named. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from week 1 of the Super League playoffs. They preview this weekend's NRL Grand Final and Super League Semi-Finals, discuss the Brisbane Broncos replacing Kevin Walters with Michael Maguire and take a look at this season's young player of they year candidates. They reflect on whether Salford and St Helens season's were a success, who will be shortlisted for the Man of Steel award and Junior Nsemba's contract extension with Wigan. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss the weekends results as well as who was snubbed from the Dream Team, what rules are under review at this week's RFL Laws Committee and who has won the Albert Goldthorpe medal. They discuss Martyn's column in this month's Rugby League World magazine on the need for better Super League branding, Wigan wining the League Leaders shield and take a look at the NRL Grand Final Qualifiers. 

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan discuss all the action from the weekend including the battle for playoff spots and the League Leaders shield. They also discuss Warrington rejecting NRL interest in Danny Walker, Hull FC signing Jordan Rapana and Aiden Sezer and the latest inductees into the RFL Hall of Fame.  Martyn and Jake also discuss who will secure the League Leaders shield, whether Leigh, Leeds or Catalans will secure the final playoff spot and whether Hull FC or London will finish last.