Dean Smith - Australia - Host of KTP Podcast / Founder of Smita Foundation

With the NRL 2026 season about to kick off in Las Vegas next month, I couldn’t think of a better person to welcome onto the podcast than Dean Smith. Born in Maitland, Australia, Dean is the host of the KTP Podcast, recorded live every Tuesday night from their studio, where they break down all things Rugby League. I was lucky enough to jump on the show last year and had an absolute blast. Beyond the mic, Dean is the founder of the Smita Foundation, a charity focused on mental health, anti-bullying, and domestic violence awareness. His work reaches far beyond the Rugby League community, making a real impact locally as he tackles some incredibly challenging issues head-on. In recognition of this, Dean was recently named a 2026 City of Maitland Service Award Nominee — well deserved. 📲 Follow Dean & KTP Podcast Instagram: @10smita14 | @ktp_podcast_ YouTube: @KTPPodcastAU 👉 Listen here: 🎧 Podbean: https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com 🌐 Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory ▶ YouTube: @tellcraigyourstory #NRL2026 #RugbyLeague #NRLinVegas #PodcastLife #RugbyLeagueCommunity #MentalHealthAwareness #SmitaFoundation #AustralianSport #TellCraigYourStory #KTPPodcast #DeanSmith #NewcastleKnights