The Weekly Offload

Are Bulldogs fans bandwagoners? What’s going on with Islander content creator world? The 6-again debate, changing rules, and everything in between—this one’s a no-holds-barred take on the weekend’s highlights and controversies

After Julie’s episode, it didn’t feel right to roll straight into anything else.Just a quick check-in — a real insight into being a dad with a podcast (with a cameo from Eva) — and a look ahead to Sandor Earl next week.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse.This episode made me a bit emotional during and also think about all the poor children who experience something like this.I’ve known Julie for years — and sitting down to have this conversation with her wasn’t easy. Hearing someone you care about open up about something this heavy hits differently.Julie is a midwife, a mum, and someone with an incredibly powerful story. She shares what she went through as a child, how it shaped her growing up, and the work she’s done to heal over time. We talk about resilience, motherhood, and how her experiences have influenced the way she sees the world today.This isn’t an easy listen — but it’s an important one.If this episode helps even one person feel less alone, it’s worth it.Please check in with yourself while listening and take it at your own pace It’s available at 5pmIf you or someone you know needs support, you’re not alone: Lifeline Australia – 13 11 14 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800

What’s normal when you’ve been raised on 2AM starts and a relentless work ethic

In this episode of Am I Normal?, Ngoc shares what it was like growing up with Asian immigrant parents running a café on the Central Coast — where hard work wasn’t a choice, it was just life.

We get into the habits that shaped her, the discipline that stuck, and how that upbringing compares to how younger generations move today.

We also dive into:Whether phone etiquette is disappearing (and why it matters)Why even younger people can come across as rude on their phonesWhat binge eating actually is — and Ngoc’s personal experience with itIt’s honest, eye-opening, and one that’ll make you question what “normal” really looks like.

In this episode of Call A Mate, we dive into one of Peter’s all-time classic stories — his infamous tackle on Fairfield rugby league star Chris Smith. It’s the kind of story that still gets brought up years later, and for good reason.

From there, we take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the simpler days growing up in Fairfield — when MySpace was the peak of social media and life felt a whole lot less complicated. We compare that era to today, discussing how social media has shaped younger generations, especially those under 16, and why Matt believes recent bans could actually be a positive step.

We also get into the real stuff — the pressures of family life, growing up, and figuring things out along the way. Matt opens up about how he always saw Peter as someone who had his life together, even back at 16, and how that’s carried through into adulthood.

Peter’s journey since then has been nothing short of impressive, including building a successful career and spending a decade living and working in Singapore.It’s a mix of laughs, nostalgia, and real talk — exactly what Call A Mate is all about.

In this episode of Am I Normal, I chat with “Queen V” from Survivor — and there’s a lot more to her than what you saw on screen.

Outside the game, V is a record-breaking powerlifter and strength & conditioning coach, capable of lifting numbers that speak for themselves. But what stood out most in this chat wasn’t just her physical strength — it was her mindset.Her now-iconic line, “think about thinking,” opens up a deeper conversation around self-awareness, overthinking, and how we process decisions under pressure.

We also dive into her story growing up — from being born in South Sudan, to losing her mum at a young age, to finding her way in Australia as part of a big family. It’s a perspective that clearly shaped how she navigates people, conflict, and high-pressure environments like Survivor.

This one’s about more than the game — it’s about identity, perception, and learning how to understand your own mind.

In this first ever episode of Call A Mate, I give my old high school mate Shane Hill a ring. Life’s moved on a bit since those days — he’s now a teacher, a husband, a dad of three, and a loyal Newcastle Knights supporter.

We chat about the strange guilt that can come with being a parent, what it’s like going from sitting in the classroom to teaching at the front of one, and how life changes as you grow up.

Just a 20-minute phone call between two mates catching up — the kind of conversation most of us have but rarely stop to think about.

Recorded at our new studio at Nations Merrylands— who provide a fantastic living space and are a big part of the community in Sydney’s west.
Adam Issa is back by popular demand after his last episode hit #2 on the charts 🔥
In this next chapter, Adam and Matty McCormick pick up where it left off — diving into the aftermath of a life-changing event, his experience competing, and the mindset that drives everything he does.
From growing up between two cultures with an incredible single mum, to turning pressure, struggle, and identity into fuel — this conversation goes deeper into the mental preparation behind life, competition, and chasing big dreams.

In this short episode I talk about the vision for the podcast in 2026, the types of shows and guests we will have will be honest which means they will be honest conversations.

In this Full-Length Special, Rugby League Guru joins me for a different kind of rugby league conversation.We dive into the making of the man behind the mic — from his journey as a teacher to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in rugby league. We talk timing, building a brand in the social media era, and what it actually takes to stay genuine when thousands of people think they know you.Guru also opens up about something he’s never spoken about publicly — the emotions around his brother potentially playing first grade — and how that shaped his perspective on the game.Plus, we get into his favourite rugby league games of all time, the moments that made him fall in love with the sport, and why being a rugby league nerd might just be a superpower.This is more than just footy chat. This is identity, timing, and the journey behind the brand.