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Being Smart About Sport

by Vincent Manns

If you are reading this, welcome to the first podcast channel I ever did. I'm very proud of this and grateful to all those who helped me along the way. Although this podcast channel is no longer active, there is still valuable information available here. However, this podcast does not align with who I am as a person today or what I aspire to do with my platform.

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Episodes

  1. NRL's Sin Bin Chaos, Making Sense of Lachlan Galvin's Exit, Analysing Rounds 5 to 8 Storylines

    In this episode, Vincent Manns analyses the increased number of sin bins and head high penalties from the previous round. Then he discusses and theorises the Lachlan Galvin - Wests Tigers situation. Lastly, he points out several storylines to emerge between rounds 5 to 8 of the 2025 NRL competition.

  2. DCE & Dylan Brown Contract Sagas, Rounds 1-4 Review & Channel 9's Problems

    Vincent Manns discusses the Daly Cherry-Evans and Manly saga and Dylan Brown's move to Newcastle from 2026. Then he reviews the first four rounds of the 2025 NRL season, and Channel 9's poor broadcast of the NRL this season.

  3. 2025 NRL Season Preview

    Chapters: - Intro (00:00) - Wests Tigers (00:49) - South Sydney Rabbitohs (03:32) - Parramatta Eels (04:49) - Gold Coast Titans (06:46) - NZ Warriors (08:10) - Brisbane Broncos (09:19) - St George Illawarra Dragons (10:43) - Dolphins (12:25) - Canberra Raiders (13:21) - Newcastle Knights (14:26)…

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  4. Wacky NRL Free Agent Season 2024, The Funny A-League, Suaali'i's Wallabies Debut

    Vincent Manns analyses the 2024 NRL free agency period with names such as Ben Hunt, Clint Gutherson, Josh Addo Carr, Terrell May and more. Then he discusses his viewing of the A-League and Joseph Aukuso Suaali'i's debut for the Wallabies. Socials: Vincent's Instagram...

  5. 2024 NRL Grand Final Review, Penrith P4nthers Dynasty Legacy, 2024 NRL Season Review

    Vincent Manns discusses all aspects of the 2024 NRL Grand Final, including the controversial Jack Howarth no-try decision, Liam Martin winning the Clive Churchill Medal, the enduring legacy of the Penrith Panthers, and provides reviews of all 17 NRL teams for the 2024 season. Socials Socials:...

  6. Analysing Mitchell Moses's Historic State of Origin Performance & Assessing The Downfall of The NZ Warriors

    Vincent Manns shares his research and analyses Mitchell Moses's Game 2 2024 State of Origin Performance and compares it to other historic performances over the last 20 years. Then he assesses why the New Zealand Warriors have been less successful in the 2024 NRL season compared to the previous...

  7. Should Jarome Luai Been Dropped For Game 2 2024 over Nicho Hynes & The History of State of Origin Winners after Game 1

    Vincent Manns analyses the State of Origin research he conducted over the last few weeks, from Game 1 home ground advantage and do Game 1 winners go on to win the series. As well, he looks at whether Jarome Luai should have received more criticism for his performance in game 1 over Nicho Hynes…

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  8. 2024 NRL Worst Contracts Draft with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to draft the 10 worst contracts in the NRL for the 2024 season. Chapters NSW Origin Team: (01:57) Worst Contracts Draft (04:56) Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns Sports Podcast:...

  9. David Fifita's Backflip, Cronulla's Contendership, Replacing Cleary and Trbojevic, Rebuild or Contend at South Sydney with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss David Fifita's backflip deal from the Sydney Roosters, whether the Cronulla Sharks are contenders or pretenders, Harry Grant's Dally M medal chances and who's more important for rugby league: hookers or locks. Then they decide the best...

  10. Making Sense of the Australian Sports Injury Crisis and Hamstring Injuries with Jack McLean

    Vincent Manns is joined by AFL strength and conditioning coach Jack McLean to discuss the issues regarding injuries in Australian Sport, in particular focusing on hamstring injuries. Socials: Prepare Like a Pro: https://www.instagram.com/preparelikeapro/ Jack Mclean:...

  11. Game 1 NSW Origin Teams Predictions, Sydney Roosters Are Premiership Contenders, Rabbitohs's New Beginnings, WATO Round 10

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to analyse games and storylines from the round 9 of the NRL 2024 season. Then they predict their NSW starting teams for game 1, and preview round 10 with What Are The Odds? Chapters: South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Penrith Panthers (03:37) Brisbane Broncos vs...

  12. JFH & Lomax On The Move, The Next NRL Star to Move Clubs, Who Are The Best NRL Under 21's Players, WATO Round 8

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the latest NRL signings and potential signings. Then they analyse round 7 storylines, draft the best under 21's players in the NRL competition, and preview round 8 with What Are The Odds. Chapters: James Fisher-Harris to NZ Warriors (03:57) Zac...

  13. The Unclear Future at South Sydney Rabbitohs, NSW's 2024 Hooker, NRL Word Associations, WATO Round 7 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss burning issues from Round 6 and the 2024 NRL season overall, then preview Round 7 with What Are The Odds. Chapters: 2nd Favourites for NRL Premiership? (01:27) JD Stay or Go? (05:20) Will 2024 Gold Coast Titans Win A Game? (11:22) Who is Hooker...

  14. Bad NRL Refereeing...Again, The Canberra Raiders Surprise, NRL Family Feud, WATO Round 6 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the controversies from round 5 with the referee's decisions and the bunker. Then they play NRL Family Feud, guessing the top 5 attacks and defences in the league, and finish off with round 6 What are the Odds? Week 5 review + analysis (00:24)…

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  15. The Bunker Blunder of the Century, Smart, Dumb, Stupid: NRL Edition, WATO Week 5 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the Bunker's decisions in the Roosters vs Panthers game, Adam Reynolds proving to be the key piece for the Broncos vs Cowboys. Then they play Smart Dumb Stupid NRL edition and preview round 5 with What Are The Odds. Chapters Roosters vs Panthers...

  16. Reese Walsh's Poor Face, A Vincent Manns Heel Turn, The Destiny of Struggling Teams & Players, A Stupid Revenge Prank, WATO round 4 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to review round 3 of the 2024 NRL season, from Penrith's dominance over the Brisbane Broncos to the Sydney Roosters' one-sided effort. Then they play with destiny cards for players or teams struggling this season, and what the future may hold for them, and...

  17. A Penrith Panthers Donut, Round 1 NRL Overreactions, What Are The Odds Round 2 with Anthony Bucca.

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss Anthony's first game with his new team and review week 1 of the 2024 NRL season.Then they react to potential overreactions to round 1 and preview week 2 with What Are The Odds. Chapters: Anthony's new team (00:21) Week 1 review (04:24) Week 1...

  18. Part 2: The 2024 NRL Over/Unders Season Preview: The Top 8 + What Are The Odds? with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to preview the upcoming 2024 NRL season in an over/under gimmick. In part 2: they discuss the top 8 of the 2023 NRL season. Chapters: Canberra Raiders (01:06) Sydney Roosters (05:30) Cronulla Sharks (11:48) Newcastle Knights (15:47) New Zealand Warriors...

  19. Part 1: The 2024 NRL Over/Unders Season Preview: The Bottom 9 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to preview the upcoming 2024 NRL season in an over/under gimmick. In part 1, they discuss the bottom 9 of the NRL's 2023 season. Chapters: Intro (00:00) Over/under rules (00:32) Wests Tigers (03:09) St George Illawarra Dragons (10:08) Canterbury Bankstown...

  20. An Early 2023-24 NBA All Star Draft with Dominic Alvarez

    Vincent Manns is joined by Dominic Alvarez to draft their Eastern and Western Conference NBA All-Star teams (00:44), then chat changes at the Wests Tigers and what direction they are heading (59:16). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns Sports Podcast:...

  21. Luai to Tigers, Fonua-Blake to Cronulla, Capewell to NZ, How's Preseason So Far? with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss Jarome Luai's move to the Wests Tigers (00:25), Addin Fonua-Blake's move to the Cronulla Sharks in 2025 (21:19) and Kurt Capewell to the NZ Warriors for 2024 (36:59), what it means for both clubs and players part of the deal. Lastly, they…

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  22. NBA In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals review, EPL Power Rankings, NRL Free Agent Desperation

    Vincent Manns analyses each game of the NBA's in-season tournament (00:27), lists his English Premier League power rankings (29:41) and talks about the desperate NRL teams vying for Jarome Luai and Addin Fonua-Blake (42:34). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/…

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  23. 10 Hypothetical NBA Trades, AFB's New Home, Olam-Blore Swap, Football Australia's New 2nd Division with Dominic Alvarez

    Vincent Manns is joined by Dominic Alvarez to discuss 10 NBA trades that could happen this season (00:36). Then they chat about the potential Justin Olam - Shawn Blore swap deal (35:11), Football Australia's 2nd division launch and what it means for football in Australia (40:18), and Addin...

  24. Smart, Dumb, Idiot Game: NBA Edition, Manchester City vs Chelsea Reactions, Wests Tigers' 2024 with Dominic Alvarez

    Vincent Manns is joined by Dominic Alvarez to discuss the NBA season so far in the form of a Vincent Manns-created game 'Smart, Dumb, Idiot' (01:10). Then they react to the crazy Chelsea vs Manchester City game (28:22) and what Dominic, as a Wests Tigers supporter, initial thoughts on their...

  25. NRL Free Agency 2023 Preview: Are Jarome Luai, Shaun Johnson & Joey Manu on the move? with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the upcoming 2023 NRL free agency period (00:22). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns Sports Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmannssportspodcast/ Anthony Bucca:...

  26. NBA's Most Interesting Storylines Draft: 2023-24 Season, Which Teams Improve or Regress? with Dominic Alvarez

    Vincent Manns is joined by Dominic Alvarez to draft which storylines are the most interesting going into the 2023-24 NBA season (00:40). After they played a game called Up and Down: NBA Edition to see which teams they believe could improve or regress from last season (39:01). Socials: Vincent...

  27. Dominic Alvarez on Tiger Town Troubles, NBA 2023-24 Season Preview, Can Arsenal Challenge Man City for EPL Title?

    Vincent Manns is joined by Dominic Alvarez to discuss the issues surrounding the Wests Tigers (00:28). They then preview the 2023-24 NBA season (15:28), and lastly look at the EPL season so far (38:07). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns Sports…

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  28. P3nrith Panthers Dynasty, The Nathan Cleary Game, Dally M Voting Fallacy with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the 2023 NRL Grand Final (The Nathan Cleary Game) and analyse whether the Dally M voting system needs to change.

  29. Blowing Up Rugby Australia, NRL Grand Final Fever, A Grand Awards Night with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns starts the podcast by addressing the implications after Australia's failure in the Rugby World Cup (00:18). Vincent is then joined by Anthony Bucca to breakdown the NRL Grand Final (04:22) and who they believe will be victorious at NRL awards night (28:44). Socials: Vincent Manns:...

  30. Jarome Luai's Controversial Return, NRL 2023 Team Report Cards Part 3, Playing Soccer (Football) in Norway, Dealing with Injuries, Erling Haaland Is The Best Striker Since Who? with Nicholas Azzone

    Vincent Manns delivers his opening take on his NRL 2023 Team Report Cards & Jarome Luai's controversial return from a shoulder dislocation (00:52). He is then joined by Nicholas Azzone to discuss Nick his journey playing in Norway, his experience so far and dealing with a long term injury…

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  31. NRL 2023 End of Season Report Cards Part 2, Screw-In Shoes (Dumb Commentary Ideas) & Fact or False Game with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to review the 2023 season for Manly Sea Eagles, North Queensland Cowboys, South Sydney Rabbitohs, Parramatta Eels (00:00), discuss screw in shoes and other dumb ideas NRL commentary has provided over the year (32:45) & play a game together called Fact or...

  32. NRL Finals Preview, NRL Bottom 9 Report Cards w/ Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the upcoming NRL finals week 1 games (00:00) plus assess the bottom 9 teams in the NRL this 2023 season (29:37). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns Sports Podcast:...

  33. Our NRL Top 8 Revisited, Hidden Young Guns, Jarome Luai's Injury Scare! with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to review their predicted top 8 for the 2023 NRL season (01:18), players in the lower grades who could play for the first grade team in the 2024 season (18:41) and what Jarome Luai's injury means for the Penrith Panthers and their pursuit for a third...

  34. MatildasMania GONE WILD!!!, NRL Dally M Favourites, Current Top 5 NRL Forwards, Top 8 Locks with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to debate the Matildas's run in the FIFA World Cup (00:16) who are the favourites for the Dally M Medal for the 2023 NRL season (and why it could be Shaun Johnson) (08:17), their top 5 current NRL forwards (21:10), work together to lock in a top 8 for the...

  35. An Assessment of the NRL in 2023 and Rugby League Pub Talk with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to dissect the problems in the NRL, where the game is going, the state of refereeing and NRL media (01:39), plus pub rugby league talk, from Jarome Luai's potential move away from the Penrith Panthers, Ryan Papenhuyzen's return and more (27:34). Socials:...

  36. The NZ Zombie Warriors, Which Players Benefit Most From a NRL Premiership Win? with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the NZ Warriors, their premiership chances this season & the latest news in the NRL (00:16) and which players benefit most from a NRL Premiership win? (27:19). Socials: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns…

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  37. State of Origin 3 Review and NRL Premiership Favourties 2023 Draft with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the State of Origin Game 3 2023, and the fallout after the game (01:34), and draft who are the favourties to win the NRL premiersihip this season (25:14). Socials: Vincent's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ VM Sports Podcast...

  38. Worst NRL Contracts Draft 2023, NSW Game 3 Bewilderment w/ Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the NSW team for Game 3 (08:34), then complete the 2023 NRL worst contracts draft (20:42). Social media links: Vincent Manns: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ https://www.threads.net/@vincentmanns12 https://twitter.com/vmanns12 Vincent...

  39. Reece Walsh's Messy Suspension, Luke Brooks to Manly, Do NRL Halfbacks Age Well? w/ Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss Reece Walsh's suspension (00:16), Luke Brooks signing with Manly, what it means for Josh Schuster and the Wests Tigers (04:44), plus do NRL Halfbacks age well (24:39). Social Links: Vincent's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/...

  40. State of Origin 2 Review, Ben Hunt's Next Move & Holbrook Sacked

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to review Origin 2 2023 and implications for NSW's future, plus Ben Hunt's potential next move and reaction to Justin Holbrook's sacking as Gold Coast Titans Head Coach. Instagram links: Vincent: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Vincent Manns…

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  41. Who Replaces Injured NSW Players for Origin 2? & Vincent's Forgettable Experience Live at Roosters vs Panthers with Anthony Bucca.

    Vincent Manns is joined by Ron Massey Cup Mounties Player Anthony Bucca to discuss which NRL players come into the NSW Origin team for Game 2 2023 (00:58) & Vincent's live experience watching his Sydney Roosters verse Anthony's Penrith Panthers (27:09). Instagram Links: Vincent Manns Sports...

  42. Game 1 Origin 2023 Preview, Why Do The Sydney Roosters suck?, NRL-stradamus with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to discuss the upcoming NRL Origin series, expectation for game 1 and reactions to the NSW team. Vincent rants and ponders why his team, the Sydney Roosters, suck this year, while Anthony tries to stay positive. Time stamps: GET IT OFF YOUR CHEST!!!…

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  43. Our 2023 NSW Origin Teams for Game 1 with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to talk their NSW Origin teams for game 1 2023. They also get something off their chest while once again predicting something to happen in the future. Socials: Vincent Manns Sports Podcast instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmannssportspodcast/...

  44. Walker Dropped, GET IT OFF YOUR CHEST!!! and more NRL talk with Anthony Bucca

    Vincent Manns is joined by Anthony Bucca to talk all things NRL, from Sam Walker being dropped, who should Penrith keep out of Edwards and Luai, and if Jack Wighton is guaranteed to leave the Canberra Raiders. -GET IT OFF YOUR CHEST!!! (Dragons' Head coach vacancy, Hip drop tackle debate) (1:27)...

  45. Penrith Three-Peat Guaranteed?, The Great Taupa'u Debate, Would These NRL Trades Happen? with Anthony Bucca - Vincent Manns Sports Podcast

    Vincent is joined by Anthony Bucca, to discuss whether Penrith are far and away the clear favourites for the 2023 NRL premiership. As well, they debate whether Marty Taupa'u should of been penalised for his knee to the head of Jordan Rapana, and if the NRL were to introduce a trading period…

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  46. Stout NRL Defense, Slow NRL Starters, NBA Playoffs Preview, MVP? Who Cares - The Vincent Manns Sports Podcast

    Vincent talks about the top 5 defenses in the NRL this season, and what that means for the premiership race. As well, he talks about struggling teams, and who can be the cream who rises to the top. Vincent also looks at the NBA's final week of the regular season, the MVP race, and the upcoming...

  47. Biggest NRL 2023 Season Surprises Fantasy Draft - The Vincent Manns Podcast

    4 rounds into the 2023 NRL season, Vincent breaks down the most surprising storylines/players/team from the season with 6 picks in a fantasy draft style. Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincentmanns12/ Subscribe for more sports content

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

If you are reading this, welcome to the first podcast channel I ever did. I'm very proud of this and grateful to all those who helped me along the way. Although this podcast channel is no longer active, there is still valuable information available here. However, this podcast does not align with who I am as a person today or what I aspire to do with my platform.

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