The Continuous Call Team Daily

Grand final nerves & Smith vs. DCE for buy of the year

The deciders are upon us! Josh Morris joins Adam Hawse to look at the NRL and NRLW grand final. What nerves are running through the respective teams and how much will they play a part? After all the guessing, the NRL "entertainment" has been revealed, with Amy Shark, along with members of Grinspoon, the Screaming Jets and Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers to sing the Gerry Rafferty classic "You'll Never Walk Alone" in honour of Jai Arrow. And with Sandon Smith and Daly Cherry-Evans both featuring in the grand final, we ask, who has been the better buy? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cleary's crown, Knights snub & is Jai being exploited?

With a sense of inevitability, Nathan Cleary finally claimed his Dally M. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss why Nathan is a worthy winner and an ornament to the game. He, along with Tamika Upton, are on the path to immortal status. With respect to Andrew Webster the Warriors coach, Justin Holbrook was unlucky not to claim coach of the year honours. Does the coach of the year award need to be extended until grand final week? Do the Dally Ms need a revamp? And with Jai Arrow's lap of honour announced as the grand final entertainment, we ask, does it feel a exploitative? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: The Big Dance, For A Knight's Tale!

This Grand Final edition of the "Mark My Words" podcast provides a definitive breakdown of the upcoming NRL and NRLW Grand Finals. The boys dissect the Newcastle Knights' miraculous preliminary final victory and preview the highly anticipated Grand Final matchups. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Arrow's entertainment, Crossland's contrition & Dally M night

The grand final entertainment has been revealed. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to look at how Jai Arrow doing a lap of Accor Stadium with a chorus of fans singing "You'll Never Walk Alone" will be a moving moment. The NRL judiciary didn't take long to rub out Phoenix Crossland for four matches, but the Knights' hooker showed admirable contrition. Nathan Cleary could well accept a Dally M from his hospital bed, and Nick Politis said Sam Walker is not going anywhere. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cleary's class, Walker's contract masterstroke & GF surprise

Nathan Cleary has leapt to the defence of Phoenix Crossland after trolls sent vile messages on social media. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss the aftermath of Crossland's hip drop and Cleary's broken ankle. The Knights utility is expected to miss the grand final. Sam Walker was questioned when he put contract talks on hold, but if he leads the Roosters to grand final glory and plays for Australia, it will look like a masterstroke. What will Peter V'Landys' grand final surprise be? Plus, Adam Gee will officiate the decider. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Knight's tale, hip drop hell & will Watson play?

Stunning scenes at Accor Stadium, with the Newcastle Knights marching into the grand final. The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to celebrate Newcastle's win. Souring the game was the devastating injury to Nathan Cleary. Phoenix Crossland has been referred to the judiciary, and the referee had no choice but to send him off, despite some protestations. The Roosters have impressed this finals series, but the lingering question is, will Connor Watson play, despite being diagnosed with a category 1 HIA? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: NRL Week 3 Finals Highlights!

Listen to all the highlights of a remarkable Week 3 of the NRL Finals series. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: Minus Two and a Movie Star!!!

Step inside the dressing room for the ultimate behind-the-scenes Rugby league stories you were never meant to hear. We're lifting the lid on locker-room hierarchy, from shameless coach's pets to the fringe players who treated Tuesday training like a Test match. Hear legendary tales of brutal, rain-soaked bush camps, and bizarre post-game encounters with Hollywood A-listers. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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PVL power, Panthers paranoia & Cobbo's comeback

Peter V'Landys is officially the game's executive chairman, breaking corporate tradition. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss how a PVL executive chairmanship will play out. Penrith have put up the tarpaulins at training, leading some to ask if a touch of paranoia is setting in and whether Nathan Cleary's injury is worse than first thought. Sam Walker could catapult into Kangaroos contention, and Selwyn Cobbo's career resurgence is a wonderful story. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latrell to Perth, halfback injuries & Dolphins nerves

Reports today that the Perth Bears have Latrell Mitchell in their sights should he decide to leave Souths. They need a marquee name, but how much is too much? Josh Morris joins Adam Hawse to look at what Latrell's future might hold. With Sam Walker and Nathan Cleary either returning from injury or playing with injury, how much of a psychological impact will it have on their respective games? The Roosters aren't happy about their short turnaround times and the Dolphins, in unchartered waters, may be battling nerves. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: Dodging Bottles, And Punching Up Nelson!!!!

Join Levy, MG, and Piggy for a hilarious, no-holds-barred breakdown of the biggest hits and controversies in Rugby League. From furious rants about bunker blunders to passionate deep-dives into the NRL finals, they've got your weekend footy covered. Expect plenty of spicy off-field debates, bizarre boxing predictions, and heated arguments over proper pizza toppings. It's the ultimate podcast for fans who love tepid meat pies and grassroots footy just as much as they love the game itself. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tones boned, prelim team switches & Wayne's Latrell love

Tones & I will no longer be the NRL grand final entertainment. Mark Geyer joins Adam Hawse to discuss whether the game has dropped the ball by having no pre-game show. With teams named for the preliminary finals, we wonder if there will be some late game day switches involving Hugo Savala at the Roosters and Luke Garner with the Panthers. Despite reports Latrell Mitchell is set to hit the open market, his mentor Wayne Bennett doesn't seem overly concerned, confident the star centre will remain with the Rabbitohs. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Klein axed, Mitchell to market & Walker's return

After a howler in the Warriors vs. Knights semi-final, referee Ashely Klein has been dropped. The Sydney Morning Herald's Neil Breen joins Adam Hawse to discuss the relegation of the referees' golden child. Souths superstar Latrell Mitchell looks set to hit the open market on November 1, throwing into doubt his Rabbitohs future. Given his injury history, what is fair market value for Latrell? Sam Walker looks to make a miracle return from an ankle injury, and we ask, which team would Peter V'Landys and the NRL like to win the grand final? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grand final fairytale, Warriors woes & Klein bottled

A Knights and Dolphins grand final would be a fairytale for the NRL. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Adam Hawse to discuss why someone other than Penrith, Melbourne or the Roosters winning the premiership would be great for the game, and take a deeper dive into the unevenness of the competition. While the Warriors were on the end of some dubious calls, the attacks on referee Ashley Klein were disgraceful and should yield life bans. In light of some bunker decisions, we ask, is the bunker being used correctly? And Sam Walker...will he or won't he play? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: NRL Week 2 Finals Highlights!

Listen to all the highlights of a remarkable Week 2 of the NRL Finals series. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: Busted by Gus & Finals Footy Prep...

Join the boys for a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the wild, weird, and meticulous pre-game rituals of rugby league's toughest players. Hear the unbelievable true story of how Gus Gould busted the 1990 Penrith Panthers drinking at 2:30 AM before their Grand Final loss. The crew also shifts gears to break down the upcoming NRL preliminary finals, discussing how top teams time their runs for September. Plus, we crown the ultimate NRL cult heroes of the year and debate whether another premiership cements Nathan Cleary as a future immortal. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Knights renaissance, Robbo's pressure & PVL's salary

What the Newcastle Knights have done this season under Justin Holbrook has been remarkable. The Australian's Andrew Webster joins Mike Pearsall to look at the Knights' revival and their reconnection with the old boys. As for other finals teams, how much pressure is there on Roosters coach Trent Robinson, given the tri-colours haven't made a decider since 2019? Webby goes through some sticking points with the announcement of Peter V'landys as executive chairman, the Dolphins re-sign a key forward, and some drama with Tones And I as grand final entertainment. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prelim finals & a Brooks/Starling player swap?

The preliminary finals have been scheduled, and it's a win for the Panthers. Josh Morris joins Mike Pearsall to look at the scheduling and how Nathan Cleary's foot is thankful for the 14 day rest. With suggestions that Luke Brooks might be on his way out of Manly, could there be a potential player swap with Tom Starling of the Raiders? Cody Walker looks like he'll run around with the Rabbitohs for another year, and his try assist number suggest he's a no-brainer to kick on. Plus, V'Landys hates plants and loves Steedens. For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark My Words: Dead Air, Dirt Departments & Dusty Medals!

This week on the podcast, the boys dive deep into week two of the NRL finals, breaking down the Roosters versus Sharks clash and the Knights heading over to Eden Park. MG vents about his morning road rage and his new "Miss Daisy" driving style, before unexpectedly launching a mock political campaign promising free ice cream. Meanwhile, Piggy is backing up dusty from the Dragons' medal night, and Levy relives the absolute chaos of trying to call last week's broadcast with zero vision or audio. Stick around for the James Hardie blueprints, the boys' weekend betting tips, and their final verdict on whether Kalyn Ponga's Newcastle can pull off the ultimate upset. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘The Continuous Call Team’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Foxx's redemption, Eden Park sellout & Dolphins premiership window

Josh Addo-Carr, in a statement through his management, has pleaded not to be sacked. Mark Geyer joins Mike Pearsall to discuss what next for the Foxx. A standalone NRLW grand final has been floated, but is it too soon? The Warriors semi-final clash t Eden Park sold out in 48 hours, again raising questions about crowds. Jarome Luai was a no show at the Tigers awards night, and we ask, is the Dolphins premiership window closing? For all your NRL news, follow the Continuous Call Team wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts. It’s your one stop shop for the latest in rugby league. You can find us on YouTube and on Instagram - just search ‘Continuous Call Team’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.