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Welcome to Chiming In! Renowned player manager, Steve 'Chimes' Gillis interviews some of the most interesting people in Rugby League. From world class players and ex-players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 3 days ago1h 6m
Peter O'Sullivan. Building the Dolphins, Warriors, Roosters, Storm & more!
Peter O’Sullivan is regarded the NRL’s premier recruitment manager having successfully shaped the playing rosters of teams like the Dragons, Roosters, Storm, Warriors and Knights over many years.He was also responsible for putting together the Dolphins inaugural team in 2023 - which, amazingly, less than four seasons later, is now considered a genuine premiership contender.So what does a recruitment manager do and how does he identify and procure talent.O’Sullivan is credited with unearthing and launching the careers of players such as Greg Inglis, Latrell Mitchel, Israel Folau, Roger Tuivasa-Scheck and many, many more. He also plays a key role in the salary cap management of his club.Today O’Sullivan is an integral part of the Newcastle Knights system and was the man responsible for luring Dylan Brown away from Parramatta in sensational circumstances.In this episode of Chiming In, you are given a birds’ eye view into the tricks of the recruitment manager’s trade - how they identify players, entice them to switch clubs and build powerful playing rosters.With new teams Perth and Papua New Guinea on the horizon, no-one is better qualified than O’Sullivan to comment on how their new look rosters are shaping up.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:45 – Recruitment Manager03:05 – How He Put Redcliffe Together05:05 – Negotiating with Wayne Bennett06:20 – Roster Strategy07:40 – Dolphins Knock Backs09:20 – Who Said No to the Dolphins10:20 – Signing Hammer11:40 – What Do You Look For in a Player?12:40 – Dealing with Knockback15:45 – Joel Kane Story17:20 – Family + Kids (Sean O'Sullivan)19:20 – Busy Schedule20:20 – How to Become a Recruitment Manager23:20 – Managing Melbourne Recruitment24:20 – Recruiting Greg Inglis27:50 – Greg Inglis Being a Blue30:05 – "The Pitch"31:35 – Working with Player Agents34:25 – Parents + Agent Pressure on Players37:15 – Negotiating with Different Backgrounds38:45 – Player Obstacles Getting Into the NRL39:50 – Perth Bears Recruitment42:05 – Helping the Knights Recruitment43:45 – Dylan Brown Signing47:10 – Re-Signing Ponga48:20 – Justin Holbrook's Effects on the Club49:30 – Premiership at the Knights50:40 – How to Say No to a Player51:53 – November Deadline + Trade Windows54:15 – Coaches, Agents + Representation56:21 – Israel Folau58:05 – RTS59:04 – Boyd Cordner01:01:05 – Phone Visible on the Wide01:01:10 – PNG Signings01:03:10 – Club Bucket List Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago53 min
Jordan Rankin. Debuting at just 16, Eels Captain/Coach & Super League!
Jordan Rankin was only 16 years old and still at school when he got the call-up to make his NRL debut for the Titans.He became the third youngest player in the game’s history to debut.On the day of the game, the Gold Coast halfback stuck to his normal routine which included donning his school uniform and heading off for classes.Looking back, Rankin’s journey has been truly remarkable, having had stints with the Gold Coast, Hull, Doncaster, Wests Tigers, Huddersfield, Castleford and Parramatta - where he captain coached the Eels NSW Cup team.Today, Rankin is an aspiring coach and is determined to make his mark.In this episode of Chiming In, Rankin recalls his journey, his plans for the future and discusses many of the challenges that face young players - just like he once was. It hasn’t been all plain sailing but Rankin’s recollection of his life as a rugby league player will inspire you.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights01:37 - 3rd Youngest Player to Debut in NRL09:46 - Goals to Make NRL10:54 - School before first NRL game19:06 - Staying Grounded20:09 - Dropped and NRL Return22:19 - Should kids be allowed to debut before 18?24:59 - Dealing With Anxiety27:27 - Time at the Titans29:09 - English Super League35:01 - Coming back to the NRL (Tigers)29:35 - Back to Super League again41:00 - Back To NRL again (Parramatta)45:05 - Captain/coach Parra Reserve Grade48:30 - Flegg Coaching49:18 - What makes a good coach? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 2m
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield. Retirement, NRL scoops & the future of rugby league!
Phil “Buzz” Rothfield has spent 50 years as one of rugby league’s most recognisable voices.After stepping away from newspapers, television, radio and podcasts, Buzz returns for a special episode of Chiming In to explain why he retired, what he misses, and what he really thinks of the NRL season so far.In this episode, Buzz opens up on the pressure of working seven days a week in rugby league media, life after NRL 360, and why breaking stories is still hard to let go.He also gives his unfiltered views on Andrew Abdo’s exit, Peter V’landys, the Canterbury Bulldogs, Melbourne Storm, NRL expansion and more.From retirement reflections to big calls on the future of the game, Buzz is back behind the microphone and he doesn’t sit on the fence.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:03 - Highlights00:48 - Phil “Buzz” Rothfield returns01:15 - Why Buzz retired02:29 - Life after rugby league media06:00 - Andrew Abdo steps down08:25 - Payne Haas to South Sydney10:30 - Canterbury Bulldogs struggles14:24 - Rugby league supporting its own & Try July16:42 - Melbourne Storm and Billy Slater18:22 - NRL global round and the Roosters20:35 - Dragons and Shane Flanagan23:24 - Blowout scores and rule changes26:39 - Coaching pressure29:49 - Best coach in the NRL30:36 - PNG, New Zealand and expansion33:01 - Perth Bears34:39 - Zac Lomax and R36036:35 - State of Origin and Super League38:54 - Penrith Panthers and Ivan Cleary40:05 - Newcastle, contenders and Grand Final prediction42:07 - Coach of the Year and Dally M judging44:12 - Wests Tigers45:13 - Suburban grounds and Shark Park48:27 - Gold Coast Titans and coaching accountability52:58 - Wayne Bennett’s future54:27 - Referees and the bunker55:35 - Women’s rugby league and Emma Lawrence57:32 - NRL 360, media pressure and Magic Round01:00:00 - Final reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago1h 6m
Michael 'Mouse' Jenkinson. Hero of Bondi, 'Bondi Rescue' TV show & saving lives!
Michael “Mouse" Jenkinson is a highly decorated yet extremely humble Bondi Lifeguard.On December 14 last year, the man they nicknamed “Mouse” was about to complete a normal day of work at the beach with his colleagues when he two gunman started firing high powered rifles at innocent people.Fifteen people lost their lives and many more would have, if not for the courage of countless people like Jenkinson who ran towards danger - not away from it. Aside from the precious lives lost, as many as 40 people were wounded.In this episode of Chiming In, Jenkinson recalls that fateful day and how it will change the lives of so many forever.At tragic as the circumstances were, Jenkinson’s story - like so many other first responders - will inspire you.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:10 - Growing up05:53 - Getting into being a Lifeguard10:27 - Bondi Rescue14:43 - Nickname Mouse15:34 - 1st Day as a lifeguard17:42 - Rescuing kids24:27 - Bondi team30:00 - Backpackers Rip31:45 - Bondi attack 202543:21 - Ahmed El Ahmed50:58 - Response from first responders55:02 - The aftermath01:01:35 - The Jewish community01:02:28 - Mental recovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 14, 20261h 1m
Cameron George. Forecasting Wahs supremacy, NZ league taking over union & Covid dark days.
New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George has waited patiently for his club to become a major force in the NRL.Now riding near the top of the competition ladder and respected and feared by its rivals, George confidently predicts this is the year of the Wahs.And if they do eventually capture their first NRL title, George is entitled - more than most - to celebrate the achievement.It was George who steered the Club through covid, fought for his players rights and ensured the safety and well being of a group of men and their families, who made an incredible sacrifice to ensure the game went on.In this episode of Chiming In, you will get to know the man behind the secrets of the Warriors success. From humble beginnings in Northern NSW, George has emerged as one of the game’s top administrators who is respected and liked by all.He gives an inside look at how the Warriors stayed afloat, while the world was seemingly crumbling.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:04 - 2026 GF on the cards 03:32 - NZ development pathways 05:14 - Invading recruits 07:42 - Recruiters in Aus for NZ 09:15 - Finding Webby 12:14 - Long term Warriors coach 13:25 - NZ undervaluing 15:15 - Competing with All Blacks 17:00 - Fanatical Wahs fans 20:19 - 20th team out of Wellington 23:16 - Womens game 26:50 - Does PNG have an unfair advantage? 30:17 - Getting players to Auckland 33:25 - When Covid hit 47:00 - Learning about players 51:48 - Pacific Islander family focus 52:53 - Homecoming for Wahs 54:38 - Club Haka 01:00:07 - Can Wahs dominate NRL? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 7, 20261h 7m
Craig Field. Manslaughter charge, time served & Tigers memories.
Craig Field could be considered one of the most polarising figures in rugby league.The diminutive halfback was told he was to small to ever play NRL yet went onto to play in 183 games - representing South Sydney, Manly and the Wests Tigers.Fast forward to today and Field is putting his life back together after being sentenced to 10 years jail for the manslaughter of a man following a fight outside the Kingscliff Hotel on July 15, 2012.In this episode of Chiming In, Field talks candidly about the day his life changed forever and his efforts to ensure people learn from his mistakes.He also reflects on a football career which saw him debut for Souths as a 17-year-old, play for Manly in the 1997 grand final and later become part of a Wests Tigers outfit that was full of talent but failed to fire.00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:04 – Released from prison02:53 – What is doing today06:09 – Craig coaching07:33 – Growing up08:24 – Starting League13:59 – Rabbitohs false start16:44 – Souths debut20:42 – Form flatlining21:44 – 1994 “arrival” as a player23:44 – Rough time growing up26:12 – Blowing cash & regrets29:09 – Balancing passion and gifts as a coach33:30 – Credit to grassroots volunteers39:32 – Tenure at Tigers42:49 – Trouble with alcohol & drugs46:36 – John Hopoate incident49:04 – Kingscliff Hotel jailing53:22 – Police arrest01:01:39 – Motivational speaking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 30, 202656 min
Jason Clark. Bunnies Football Manager world & devastation at leaving Souths | Chiming In EP044
He’s regarded one of the kindest, most humble and hard working people in rugby league.Jason Clark is the first to admit he wasn’t the most gifted individual yet he boasts an NRL premiership and English Challenge Cup trophy among his finest achievements.After a stellar 10 year stint with the Rabbitohs, Clark packed up the family and moved to England before putting the finishing touches on his career playing First Division in France.Today, the former South Sydney lock forward, has returned to where it all began and now works as a Football Manager with the mighty Rabbitohs.This interview will enlighten you as Clark shares the secrets of his success, the struggles he’s had to overcome and thrills and spills along the way.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:02 – What is a Football Manager?05:10 – Welfare role06:18 – FM disasters10:58 – Travel for football teams13:15 – Flights after serious injury15:56 – Wearing the blue shirt19:00 – Meals on the road21:55 – What players can and can’t wear23:44 – Johnny Sutton as a blue shirt24:36 – Jason’s career27:53 – Debut31:13 – 2014 GF win37:01 – Leaving Souths41:23 – Joining Warrington Wolves45:55 – Playing in France53:18 – Souths in 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 23, 20261h 3m
Eddie Jones. Regrets, sackings, Union to League converts & the 2023 World Cup loss
Eddie Jones is one of the most polarising coaches world rugby. He has been head coach of three international rugby union teams - Australia, England and Japan. It’s a unique notch in his belt.But it’s his love for rugby league which often catches people by surprise.Growing up in La Perouse, Jones was an avid South Sydney Rabbitohs supporter and played rugby league as a youngster. One season as a kid, Jones went and watched every Souths game - home and away.And while a switch of codes took him to greatness and world recognition, Jones today remains engrossed in the NRL and his love and passion for the game have never wained.In this episode of Chiming In, Jones gives us an exclusive insight into why he remains an avid NRL fan.He shares with us his top five rugby league stars who would make it in rugby and also tips us a couple of rugby stars who could just as easily switch to the NRL.Jones also confirms how he still harbours a dream to be involved in the NRL either as a coach of Club administrator before he retires from sport.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start00:04 - Highlights02:10 - Growing up with League04:25 - Randwick Rugby05:20 - Getting into coaching06:40 - HC at 3 different nations08:57 - Top 5 NRL to Union players12:22 - Top 5 Union to League players15:49 - What rugby has that league doesn't19:19 - R36021:02 - Zac Lomax23:10 - Rugby in Japan28:56 - Wallabies in 202632:45 - Money in Union34:03 - Wallabies 2023 'mistake'38:05 - Coaching NRL43:39 - Coaching England46:20 - Ball in play in NRL & Union49:29 - League vs Union refs50:28 - Being a teacher52:50 - Japan retirement53:39 - Sacking from Wallabies57:10 - Joey Johns to Union Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Chiming In - Steve Gillis, Player Manager
Welcome to Chiming In! Renowned player manager, Steve 'Chimes' Gillis interviews some of the most interesting people in Rugby League. From world class players and ex-players to sports doctors and administrators, ALL deliver a great story. Sit back and enjoy the listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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