Program: ABC NRL Daily

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Host Darcie McDonald is joined by former NRL winger Josh Mansour to bring you your daily dose of NRL conversation. The team give you context and depth beyond the headlines in this footy conversation that's equal parts thoughtful, insightful and fun.

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Bonus: The big November 1 talking points

Which clubs - and players - have plenty of work to do, as November 1 nears? Host Darcie McDonald, former NRL star Josh Mansour and producer Phil Prior unpack some of the major player movement talking points as the 'free agency' frenzy nears.

Published: 9 Oct 2024Wed 9 Oct 2024 at 4:00amwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

Duration: 22 minutes 37 seconds

Four the win: We review Panthers' historic title

The Panthers reign supreme once again – a feat we may never, ever see again. So how did they beat the odds and finish the story?

Published: 7 Oct 2024Mon 7 Oct 2024 at 2:45amwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

Duration: 28 minutes 12 seconds

"I'm still in shock, and extremely honoured"

Sydney Roosters second rower Olivia Kernick tells Andrew Moore of her surprise at taking home Dally M Player of the Year on Wednesday night and is now firmly focused on taking the Roosters to a premiership win over Cronulla-Sutherland on Sunday.

Published: 5 Oct 2024Sat 5 Oct 2024 at 5:00am

Olivia Kernick of the Roosters celebrates scoring a try, hugging two teammates

Duration: 11 minutes 24 seconds

Legacy watch: Who has the most at stake on Sunday?

A win on Sunday will propel legacies in rugby league. But who has the most at stake? Host Darcie McDonald and former NRL star Josh Mansour pinpoint what's at stake for several of the key figures featuring in Sunday's Men's decider.

Published: 4 Oct 2024Fri 4 Oct 2024 at 4:15amwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

A Melbourne NRL coach stands wearing a team branded puffer jacket while watching training.

Duration: 21 minutes 40 seconds

Josh Mansour's emotion-charged Grand Final preview

With Jahrome Hughes capping off an astonishing season with the 2024 Dally M medal, attention turns to Sunday's Grand Final.

Published: 2 Oct 2024Wed 2 Oct 2024 at 5:15pmwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

Ryan Papenhuyzen runs with his head down, a rugby ball tucked under one arm

Duration: 24 minutes 3 seconds

Blues coach options, what's Penrith's 2024 Finals theme?

Who's in the running to take over Michael Maguire as new coach of the Blues? Host Darcie McDonald and former NRL star Josh Mansour run through all the names being thrown around.

Published: 2 Oct 2024Wed 2 Oct 2024 at 3:45amwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

Rugby league coach give medal to the player of the match

Duration: 24 minutes 6 seconds

Madge confirmed, plus our Dally M Team of the Year

Is Michael Maguire the right coach to take the Broncos to the promised land? Host Darcie McDonald and former NRL star Josh Mansour break down the huge news out of Red Hill, as Brisbane moves swiftly to axe and then replace Kevin Walters.

Published: 30 Sep 2024Mon 30 Sep 2024 at 6:45pmwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

A Brisbane Broncos NRL coach stands smiling on a football field holding a ball with posts in the far background.

Duration: 24 minutes 45 seconds

We review a legacy-defining Preliminary Final weekend

Well how about that huge weekend of Rugby League? Host Darcie McDonald and former NRL star Josh Mansour re-live some of the major talking points, as both Melbourne and Penrith set up a heavyweight superfight in the Men's decider.

Published: 30 Sep 2024Mon 30 Sep 2024 at 4:30amwith Darcie McDonald and Josh Mansour

Harry Grant, with a huge smile, hugs Ryan Papenhuyzen after he scored a try for the Melbourne Storm

Duration: 24 minutes 28 seconds

"I started this year on the back foot, now I'm prepping for a Grand Final which is pretty crazy"

One of the best stories out of the Penrith camp going in to the NRL Grand Final is centre Paul Alamoti. Last year he was a rising start with the Bulldogs but was let go by the club by the end of the season.

Published: 29 Sep 2024Sun 29 Sep 2024 at 6:00am

Duration: 13 minutes

"Every week I have to pinch myself that I'm at this club"

The Melbourne Storm has made anther Grand final but for the likes of prop forward Josh King it's not such a regular occurrence. King has become a mainstay of the Storm pack since joining the club from Newcastle.

Published: 28 Sep 2024Sat 28 Sep 2024 at 9:15am