Six Tackles With Gus

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Mathew Thompson and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the biggest issues and in-depth analysis in Rugby League each week.

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Six Tackles With Gus episodes:

05.01.2024
Gus' outside-the-box coach option for Souths
Gus unpacks the falling out from the South Sydney-Jason Demetriou situation and throws up a possible option for their next coach. Could Cronulla be the new premiership favourites by the end of the month? Your #AskGus questions and a Round 9 preview,...
04.28.2024
Stories of Origin Season 3: Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie.
One of the smallest men to have played the game, ‘Alfie’ rose to become a giant figure of the sport. On episode one of Stories of Origin, Alfie, we go back to where it all began. The sports loving, blue collar...
04.24.2024
‘They’ve all lost the one player they’d least want to lose.’
Kalyn Ponga and Jamal Fogarty are on the sidelines for an extended period of time - can the Knights and Raiders cope without them? After Sunday’s tunnel scuffle between Reed Mahoney and Jack Hetherington, it begs the question - Is it...
04.17.2024
Why Manu will be back.
The news of James Fisher-Harris leaving the Panthers at the end of the year breaks during the podcast and Gus’ phone goes off. Gus says Joey Manu will be back after signing with Japanese Rugby and he explains why there will...
04.10.2024
The Rabbitohs' Crossroads
Gus’ take on the Bunnies bind, Latrell’s mindset and is Bennett heading back to the burrow? How do the Parramatta Eels adjust without Mitch Moses? Plus, a huge Round 6 preview of the NRL and your #AskGus questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
04.03.2024
You only have one blow up a year.
Gus digs into the situation at the Titans with Des’ blow up and how the players react. The latest on the Zac Lomax move and Gus' favourite segment, Yes, No, No, No, No! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.31.2024
Bonus Gus: Your WOW Rugby League Moments + #AskGus
In this bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus we go through your WOW rugby league moments plus #AskGus questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.27.2024
Duty of care?
Following NRL head of football Graham Annesley's admission that the match review committee got it wrong by not charging Penrith centre Taylan May over his head clash with Reece Walsh, Gus questions the whole ‘duty of care’ claims. Plus Gus covers...
03.20.2024
The Art of War.
Gus gives us a lesson on the Art of War in the lead up to the Roosters and Rabbitohs clash. The number of halfbacks being axed so early on in the season, and the hardships of being an NRL halfback. Plus, Gus...
03.13.2024
The Raiders Shocked Me.
Gus shares his best team performance and most impressive player of the opening round of the NRL. Gives us an insight into how the new short drop-out rule will change the game. Plus, your questions with #AskGus and his tips for Round...
03.06.2024
Buy the Super League.
Gus details why he backs the idea of the NRL buying the Super League and becoming the EPL of Rugby League. Plus, a split Round 1, review and preview and your questions with #AskGus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.28.2024
Gus Tells All: NRL Player Pressure & Bennett's Future
Gus details the intense pressure players face today to make it in the NRL, predicts Wayne Bennett’s next step and weighs in on the World Club Challenge referees. Plus, part two of Gus’ team by team 2024 season preview including some...
02.21.2024
Panthers 4-peat, ‘24 Preview, Vegas Baby!
Phil ‘Gus’ Gould & Mathew Thompson return for Season 8 of Six Tackles with Gus. Will the Panthers win the Premiership for a fourth year in a row? Will Vegas be a successful experiment? Was the Broncos bust up a beat up? Gus answers...
02.16.2024
Six Tackles Returns: Gus is Ready to Rumble from Feb 21!
Six Tackles with Gus returns for Season 8 on Wednesday Feb 21! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09.27.2023
A Huge NRL Grand Final Preview
Gus and Mat preview what is set to be an epic Grand Final Gus reveals whether or not he'll be part of the Blues coaching squad next year Why Gus doesnt like the end of season awards Plus, who Gus thinks the best...
09.22.2023
#AskGus Bonus: How to beat the Penrith Panthers
Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including: How to beat the Panthers How to beat the Broncos Will the Knights continue to perform in 2024 Where does Wighton...
09.20.2023
"It will be a Panthers Broncos Grand Final"
Gus and Mat preview a huge weekend of Finals Footy A trip down memory lane with some of the great Preliminary finals games Will Jarome Luai play this weekend? Plus, could a cult hero be on his way to the beaches? Bet with the...
09.17.2023
Russell Crowe, Vegas, and Manfred Moore
Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week, Gus talks about the importance of taking the game internationally, why the NRL should go to the US every year for the next 100 years,...
09.13.2023
Gus on players having time off “It’s not in their best interest”
Gus is frustrated with the amount of time players are getting off at the end of the season Gus has his say on the Jack Wighton biting case and whether 6 weeks was enough A huge preview of the second week of...
09.10.2023
#AskGus Bonus: The night Gus ran into Fletch at a kebab store
Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including: Best finals player he's ever seen Which player could star in a comedy film Best qualities for a coach to...
09.06.2023
The Broncos can’t win a premiership without Adam Reynolds
Gus has his say on the this week’s finals matchups and just how pivotal Adam Reynolds is to Brisbane’s chances Should finals matches be played at neutral grounds? Gus believes so Gus gives out his end of season player awards Plus, a cracking...
09.03.2023
#AskGus Bonus: Gus' biggest rival
Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including: Gus chats about the biggest rivalry in League Who he believes the fastest player is His favourite players to watch...
08.30.2023
Gus responds to the Bulldogs 'walkout' reports
Gus responds to the situation unfolding at Canterbury Gus' passionate plea for the NRL to take ahold of the International game A fired up Gus over the Corey Horsburgh tackle and his 4 week suspension Plus, an extensive look at final round of...
08.27.2023
#AskGus Bonus: Gus was offered the Panthers head coach role
Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough! This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including: Whether he would consider coaching again How much involvement he has with the Bulldogs juniors And famous run-ins with cricketers Tune...
08.23.2023
Gus feels for the Bunnies: "Culture beats talent"
Gus feels for what is currently going on at the Rabbitohs The energy around Newcastle at the moment. How far can the Knights go? Would Gus come back and head coach? Plus, Gus reveals one of his more peculiar hobbies from back in...
08.16.2023
"Came out of the blue" Gus on Pangai's shock retirement
Gus opens up about Tevita Pangai Jr's shock retirement Tim Sheens leaving the Tigers has Gus asking plenty of questions Payne Haas re-signs with the Broncos Plus a look at Round 25 Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet....
08.13.2023
BONUS: Gus' trip down Rugby League memory lane
After hitting stop on this week's episode of Six Tackles, Gus started reminiscing about the old school ways Rugby League was played. So we hit record on the mics and can share a bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus. See...
08.09.2023
"It's time to move on" Gus on Teddy's rep future
Gus has his say on who he thinks the Australian fullback should be Sam Burgess and his move to Warrington . Could Perth be in contention for the 18th team? Plus a huge preview of this week's NRL and NRLW games Bet with the...
08.02.2023
Gus blasts the judiciary system
Gus has his say after Val Holmes and Jack De Bellin cop 4 match bans Can the Knights go all the way? Could Cam McInnes play Origin? Plus a preview of all the Round 23 action. Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this...
07.26.2023
Gus' salary cap management masterclass
Gus gives an insight to the Bulldogs plans for the future and who they have in sight. Should Payne Haas be the highest paid player in the game? Plus another classic Gus yarn from his playing days involving the team doctor. Bet with...
07.19.2023
Only three teams can challenge the Panthers
Gus names his three teams that can challenge Panthers for the Premiership We get an update on Ryan Papenhuyzen's injury Plus, the Tigers turmoil woes And Gus' tips for Round 21 Bet with the True Blue Aussie Bookie this footy season – BlueBet. Know...
07.14.2023
Origin Review: "Brad Fittler is the ONLY man for the job"
Gus recaps Game 3 of the State of Origin series. How we may never find another Reuben Cotter, despite coaches looking for one. The impact of a club coach being apart of the Origin arena. Plus a wrap up on both Under 19s...
07.05.2023
“Cody Walker is easily the best playmaker in the competition”
Gus breaks down the Origin teams ahead of Game 3 The signing of Toby Sexton to the Bulldogs He discusses why some teams concede so many points Plus, Gus believes a team sitting equal second is NOT a premiership threat Bet with the True...
06.28.2023
Gus on Walsh incident: “It should’ve been fixed up on the field”
Gus believes that the Reece Walsh judiciary hearing was a farcical and believes microphones shouldn't be allowed on field After the Josh Schuster contract extension and Luke Brooks signing, Gus says that we need to invest in halfbacks to keep them...
06.22.2023
State of Origin Review: What's wrong with the Blues?
In this special edition of Six Tackles, Gus unpacks Game 2 of State of Origin, where it went for wrong for NSW and the high praise for not only the Queensland team, but for Queensland as a state. Bet with the...
06.14.2023
Gus on a Game 2 win at Suncorp: “It will be NSW’s greatest achievement in history”
Gus runs through the State of Origin sides and where the game will be won Shane Flanagan signs on with the Dragons as head coach Stefano Utoikamanu could be NSW biggest bolter in the last 20 years Plus a preview of all the...
06.07.2023
Gus' NRL mid season report card
Gus’ mid season report card. Gus has his say on what the Dragons need to be considering when it comes to a head coach. We get an update from Gus on Reed Mahoney and the concussion exemption. Expanding the game to PNG and...
06.02.2023
“He’ll go down with the ship”: Gus believes Freddy should stick with the same team
Gus and Mat unpack Game 1 of State of Origin Gus believes that Freddy will stick with the same team for Game 2, barring injuries Reece Walsh will be the Queensland fullback for the next decade A review of the Woman’s State of...
05.24.2023
Mate vs Mate: Gus & Big Marn's Origin Game 1 Special
Gus and the Big Marn preview Game 1 of Origin. The ‘Ins and Outs’ of each team - and what Gus and the Big Marn would’ve done. The two share some hilarious stories of when they lived and coached together. Plus a preview...
05.17.2023
State of Origin: Gus discusses the NSW team
Gus talks all things Origin in the lead up to Game 1 The Dragons are going to need someone to take over sooner rather than later Gus delves into the Reece Walsh ‘shoulder charge’ and how the ‘blanket ban’ on everything never...
05.10.2023
Gus on the Dragons "They're not expecting anything positive"
Gus has his say on the situation at the Dragons and whether he thinks Jason Ryles could be the man to turn it around. The Cowboys put in a performance over the weekend that had Gus asking “Where the hell has...
05.03.2023
"You are paid to train and play" Gus sprays Bali-bound Knights
Gus tees off on players going away for the bye, in light of Knights players heading to Bali Josh Schuster has been in the news this week and Gus chats about what a club looks for in a player Origin talk is...
04.30.2023
Fatty & Sterlo - Origin goes to La-La Land
Welcome to Stories of Origin Series II focusing on some memorable State of Origin performances. The brilliant player of the match efforts, the toughest displays, the scintillating tries. There could be no better way to launch this season than with Paul...
04.26.2023
The NRL needs a draft
Off the back of Jack Wighton’s decision to head to South Sydney, Gus believes that a draft and trade window system is needed Victor Radley’s tackle yesterday didnt deserve a penalty, let alone a sin bin Gus has his say on pitch...
04.19.2023
Time to eradicate the sin bin
The Roosters halves pairing of Manu and Keary is their best, and it should've been made a while back South Sydney are making a play for Jack Wighton, leaving Gus to ask questions Gus has his say on the sin bin, and...
04.12.2023
Gus on tackling rules: “The players and coaches must be so frustrated”
Gus weighs in on the huge list of injuries in the game and how new tackling rules are having an impact on it The importance of video analysis and how clubs should be doing more of it Bulldogs star recruit Viliame Kikau...
04.05.2023
Daine Laurie could replace Papenhuyzen at Melbourne
Gus compares Daine Laurie to one of the Game’s premier fullbacks Jack Wighton may be the "smartest man in the room" Gus’ plea for NZ rugby league to get help Plus, Gus believes the Roosters are the team to beat, but the Broncos...
03.31.2023
Stories of Origin - Season 2 Trailer
Last year we launched Stories of Origin the podcast by telling some of the greatest Origin stories with the icons of Australia's greatest sporting rivalry. In Season 2 we're focusing on some memorable State of Origin performances. The brilliant player of the...
03.29.2023
'I fear no one': Gus' explosive reply to Robbo
Gus responds to Roosters coach Trent Robinson on his Sua’ali’i comments. Mail on Jack Wighton and his potential move out of Canberra. Gus has his say on halfbacks and late hits. And the Male Model from Mudgee, Ken Sutcliffe joins the guys as...
03.22.2023
Gus on Griffin: “I think it’s the wise thing to do”
Gus has his say on the Dragons asking Anthony Griffin to reapply for the coaching position. The boys pay a special tribute to the late John Sattler. Tom Trjobevic has overtaken Billy Slater as the greatest attacking force in the game today. And...

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Six Tackles With Gus episodes:

Gus' outside-the-box coach option for Souths

Stories of Origin Season 3: Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie.

‘They’ve all lost the one player they’d least want to lose.’

Why Manu will be back.

The Rabbitohs' Crossroads

You only have one blow up a year.

Bonus Gus: Your WOW Rugby League Moments + #AskGus

Duty of care?

The Art of War.

The Raiders Shocked Me.

Buy the Super League.

Gus Tells All: NRL Player Pressure & Bennett's Future

Panthers 4-peat, ‘24 Preview, Vegas Baby!

Six Tackles Returns: Gus is Ready to Rumble from Feb 21!

A Huge NRL Grand Final Preview

#AskGus Bonus: How to beat the Penrith Panthers

"It will be a Panthers Broncos Grand Final"

Russell Crowe, Vegas, and Manfred Moore

Gus on players having time off “It’s not in their best interest”

#AskGus Bonus: The night Gus ran into Fletch at a kebab store

The Broncos can’t win a premiership without Adam Reynolds

#AskGus Bonus: Gus' biggest rival

Gus responds to the Bulldogs 'walkout' reports

#AskGus Bonus: Gus was offered the Panthers head coach role

Gus feels for the Bunnies: "Culture beats talent"

"Came out of the blue" Gus on Pangai's shock retirement

BONUS: Gus' trip down Rugby League memory lane

"It's time to move on" Gus on Teddy's rep future

Gus blasts the judiciary system

Gus' salary cap management masterclass

Only three teams can challenge the Panthers

Origin Review: "Brad Fittler is the ONLY man for the job"

“Cody Walker is easily the best playmaker in the competition”

Gus on Walsh incident: “It should’ve been fixed up on the field”

State of Origin Review: What's wrong with the Blues?

Gus on a Game 2 win at Suncorp: “It will be NSW’s greatest achievement in history”

Gus' NRL mid season report card

“He’ll go down with the ship”: Gus believes Freddy should stick with the same team

Mate vs Mate: Gus & Big Marn's Origin Game 1 Special

State of Origin: Gus discusses the NSW team

Gus on the Dragons "They're not expecting anything positive"

"You are paid to train and play" Gus sprays Bali-bound Knights

Fatty & Sterlo - Origin goes to La-La Land

The NRL needs a draft

Time to eradicate the sin bin

Gus on tackling rules: “The players and coaches must be so frustrated”

Daine Laurie could replace Papenhuyzen at Melbourne

Stories of Origin - Season 2 Trailer

'I fear no one': Gus' explosive reply to Robbo

Gus on Griffin: “I think it’s the wise thing to do”

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