Clarkey's Rugby League Podcast

Chris Primod has quickly amassed a huge following online with his honest views and straight shooting style. He's an NRL fan and a Doggies fan, and it was fantastic to pick his brain and hear his insights for the upcoming round.

This week on the podcast, I'm joined by one of the NRL's rising voices in content creation, Jean Claude-Bitar, better known as JC.JC has quickly built his reputation across social media for his bold takes, engaging content and passionate opinions.

Joining us on the podcast is Dior Shakirov, better known online as Shak TV, one of Australia’s most popular digital comedians and content creators. Renowned for his hilarious skits, character impersonations, and uniquely Australian humour, Shak has built a massive following across social media through his creativity, storytelling, and relatable comedy. From viral videos to television appearances, he has become a standout figure in Australia’s entertainment scene and one of the country’s most recognisable online personalities.He's also a massive NRL fan, and joins us to analyse all the action upcoming in round 7!

Joined this week to preview round six with BBL player Ollie Davies. Ollie has been a huge NRL fan his entire life and offers some exciting analysis and insights into being a pro athlete.

We're joined by former professional jockey, Luke Dittman, who has had a passion for the NRL since a young age to breakdown and preview round 5!

Around the League is your one-stop shop for everything happening in the world of rugby league. Hosted by Clarkey, this podcast breaks down every major story, talking point, signing, injury, controversy, and result from across the NRL — all in one place.If it happened in rugby league, it’s being talked about on Around the League. Each episode delivers a fast-paced, easy-to-follow rundown of the biggest news from every club, giving fans a complete picture of what’s happening across the competition. From breaking news and team changes to player movements and big moments from the week, nothing gets missed.Whether you’re a diehard fan or just want to stay in the loop, Around the League keeps you updated, informed, and entertained with strong opinions, analysis, and a genuine fan’s perspective on the greatest game of all.

Around the League is your one-stop shop for everything happening in the world of rugby league. Hosted by Clarkey, this podcast breaks down every major story, talking point, signing, injury, controversy, and result from across the NRL — all in one place.If it happened in rugby league, it’s being talked about on Around the League. Each episode delivers a fast-paced, easy-to-follow rundown of the biggest news from every club, giving fans a complete picture of what’s happening across the competition. From breaking news and team changes to player movements and big moments from the week, nothing gets missed.Whether you’re a diehard fan or just want to stay in the loop, Around the League keeps you updated, informed, and entertained with strong opinions, analysis, and a genuine fan’s perspective on the greatest game of all.

Around the League is your one-stop shop for everything happening in the world of rugby league. Hosted by Clarkey, this podcast breaks down every major story, talking point, signing, injury, controversy, and result from across the NRL — all in one place.If it happened in rugby league, it’s being talked about on Around the League. Each episode delivers a fast-paced, easy-to-follow rundown of the biggest news from every club, giving fans a complete picture of what’s happening across the competition. From breaking news and team changes to player movements and big moments from the week, nothing gets missed.Whether you’re a diehard fan or just want to stay in the loop, Around the League keeps you updated, informed, and entertained with strong opinions, analysis, and a genuine fan’s perspective on the greatest game of all.

Around the League is your one-stop shop for everything happening in the world of rugby league. Hosted by Clarkey, this podcast breaks down every major story, talking point, signing, injury, controversy, and result from across the NRL — all in one place.If it happened in rugby league, it’s being talked about on Around the League. Each episode delivers a fast-paced, easy-to-follow rundown of the biggest news from every club, giving fans a complete picture of what’s happening across the competition. From breaking news and team changes to player movements and big moments from the week, nothing gets missed.Whether you’re a diehard fan or just want to stay in the loop, Around the League keeps you updated, informed, and entertained with strong opinions, analysis, and a genuine fan’s perspective on the greatest game of all.Stay up to date. Stay Around the League.

Today on the podcast we’re joined by country music star Wade Forster for a special NRL Preview episode.

Clarkey is joined by former NRL player and Tongan international Malakai Watene-Zelezniak to break down round 3 of the NRL season game by game!

Andy Raymond drops by to preview round 2 of the NRL season with us. Apologies for my audio in this one - I'm on the road and had to use the old trusty AirPods!

Clarkey is joined by Blake Russell from Dani & Blake to preview Round One of the 2026 NRL season. The boys dive into every matchup to kick off the year, discussing key storylines, big inclusions, and the players who could shape the opening weekend of footy.They break down which teams look ready to fire early, the biggest question marks heading into Round One, and the games they’re most excited to watch. With the new season finally here, Clarkey and Blake give their thoughts on how the opening round could set the tone for the months ahead.If you're keen for a full preview of the first weekend of NRL action, this episode has you covered.

No agendas. No fluff. Just real NRL talk.Around the League dives into everything happening across the NRL — all the headlines broken down from Clarkey's perspective to deliver the points real fans want to hear.

Around the League is your daily NRL news post.

Welcome back! In this episode, Clarkey breaks down his top 20 hookers of the NRL-era. P.s number one is a MASSIVE shock!

In this episode, Clarkey recaps the entire 9PL Gold Coast tournament, bringing you his breakdown of all the key moments, team of the tournament, biggest storylines to follow and more.

In this episode, Clarkey is joined by the 9PL founder and director, Anthony Mitchell who shares fascinating insights into what it takes to build an independent sports league in Australia. Ant and Clarkey also break down the 2026 tournament and give some of our predictions.

We've hit the double digits for episodes! Welcome back to the 26 for 26 series, where we dive into prop forwards today.

In this episode Clarkey brings you a breakdown of every single rookie that is currently signed in the NRL ahead of 2026.

26 for '26 continues, with Clarkey taking a look at the halfbacks today.

Clarkey's back with the 26 for '26 series continuing. Today he breaks down the best NRL five eighths.

In this episode, Clarkey is joined by 2 x Dally M winner Jarryd Hayne to talk through a club that is near and dear to both of their hearts, the Gold Coast Titans. Clarkey gives his perspective as a long-time supporter, whilst Jarryd offers exclusive insights into his time at the club, culture in sports and details how the Titans can become an NRL powerhouse.

We're 5 episodes in already! Today we look at my greatest centres of the NRL era as part of my 26 for '26 series.

In this episode, Clarkey breaks down which NRL teams best fit hard hitting categories ahead of the 2026 season.

Welcome to episode 3! Today we dive into the best wingers from the NRL-era and break it all down.

In this episode Clarkey discusses pressure in the NRL and how it factors from multiple different angles. He gives his selection for every teams most under pressure player ahead of the 2026 season.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Clarkey's Rugby League Podcast. In this episode, I break down my top 26 fullbacks of the NRL era.Enjoy, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and debate on my social media channels.