Stories of Origin
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If you love Stories of Origin, you'll also love the Stories of the Cars That Made Australia, with Tim 'Rosso' RossListen via Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cars-that-made-australia/id1681972497Listen via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4y2OWVCRvVHI35BOdW1msS?si=cf54f89c6df547f2Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories.They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport.Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers.You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It
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The Unstoppable Greg Inglis – Game 2, 2008
In the final episode of Stories of Origin series five, host Mathew Thompson sits down with the legendary Greg Inglis to discuss his standout 2008 State of Origin campaign. Known for his power and intimidation, "GI" recalls how he overcame a difficult start to the series to secure a glorious…
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Brad Fittler's Favourite Origin | The Fairytale Farewell of 2004
No one has had a greater influence on New South Wales rugby league than Brad Fittler. A Blues legend, Freddy played a record 31 State of Origin matches for NSW before later coaching his state on 18 occasions. But the Origin story closest to his heart came in 2004, when Phil Gould convinced him to...
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Cameron Smith's Favourite Origin: Against All Odds
No player has worn the Queensland jersey more times than Cameron Smith. Across 42 State of Origin appearances, Smith became the ultimate competitor, captain and match-winner, helping lead the Maroons through one of the most dominant eras in rugby league history. But when asked to choose his...
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Danny Buderus’ Famous Decider
Danny Buderus relives his favourite State of Origin memory, Game 3, 2005. From the heartbreak of Matt Bowen’s intercept in Game 1 golden point, to the return of Andrew Johns and captaining NSW to a famous 32-10 win at Suncorp. At the time, nobody realised it would become the last Blues decider…
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The "Billy the Kid" Breakout
The "Billy the Kid" Breakout: State of Origin Game 2, 2004 In this episode of Stories of Origin, host Matthew Thompson sits down with a true icon of the game, current Maroons coach and Queensland legend Billy Slater. Travel back to 2004, a year that cemented Slater's place in Origin folklore. We...
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Nathan Cleary’s Masterclass
He was at his lowest ebb - then he delivered perfection. Welcome to Season 5 of Stories of Origin. as we sit down with the true icons of the game to explore the single Origin match that defined their legacy. We are kicking off this series with a bang. Rugby league’s greatest player, Nathan…
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Season 5 of Stories of Origin is here
Season 5 of Stories of Origin is here, and we’re starting with a massive statement. After a stinging 16-10 loss in game one of the 2022 series - a result that left the Blues reeling and under immense pressure - Nathan Cleary faced the ultimate test of character. How did the game's greatest player...
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Fatty’s Miracle: 30 Years Since Queensland’s Greatest Origin Upset
It was 1995 - the height of the Super League war. As the ARL blacklisted players aligned with Super League, Queensland was left with a team of virtual unknowns and a first-time coach, Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin. No one expected them to win. Facing a New South Wales side stacked with international stars,...
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Magic Moments: The Dream Decider
Back in 1994, Phil Gould’s Blues stunned Queensland by winning a decider at Lang Park - a feat unmatched for nearly two decades. Then came Game 3, 2024. It was brutal. Tryless for over an hour. Every inch hard-fought. Then, with the series in the balance, Bradman Best crashed through - pure…
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Magic Moments: Ben Hunt - Go Dozer!
Lang Park. Suncorp Stadium. Call it what you like - it’s hallowed ground. The kind of place where Queensland legends are made. Where the spirit of Origin greats like Beetson, Jackson, and Tosser Turner lingers in the air. In this episode of Stories of Origin: Magic Moments, we rewind to Game 3,...
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Magic Moments: Turvey Triumphant
After five painful years of Maroon dominance, 1985 was the year New South Wales said “enough.” They turned to Canterbury’s fearless halfback Steve “Turvey” Mortimer - a man with blue blood and an unbreakable will - to lead the charge. From stirring pre-game speeches to that unforgettable…
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Magic Moments: The Miracle Try
If you need to understand Origin in just one moment, it’s the closing minutes of Game One, 1994. The Blues were cruising - 10 points up with 10 to play - until a wave of maroon belief swept the Sydney Football Stadium. Alfie Langer to Kevvy Walters, Michael Carne joins, Renouf streaks down the...
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Magic Moments: Teddy's Match Winner
A series decider at ANZ Stadium. The Blues teetered on the brink, heartbreak hanging over Homebush once more - until one breathtaking chain of passes rewrote Origin folklore. Relive the frantic final minute: Cordner to Murray, Pearce punching through the line, Trbojevic unleashing Ferguson on...
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Magic Moments: Arthur Beetson's Arrival
In the 45th year of rugby league’s fiercest rivalry, Stories of Origin is back with its most emotional season yet - Magic Moments: As Voted By You, thanks to TAB. Across six epic episodes, fans chose the plays that made them shout, cry and believe again, and the legends who lived them tell every...
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Get Ready for Magic - Stories of Origin Season 4 Starts April 28
In the 45th year of rugby league’s fiercest rivalry, the Stories of Origin podcast returns with its most emotional series yet - Magic Moments: As Voted By You, thanks to TAB. From the unforgettable to the unbelievable, these are the moments that made you shout, cry, and believe again. Chosen by...
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Alfie. The Larrikin and the Legacy
Throughout the 1990’s, Allan Langer and Ricky Stuart engaged in an intense on-field rivalry. The star halfbacks of their respective club and state teams, the pair were virtually always opponents and locked into a perennial tussle to wear the Australian number 7 jersey. On this episode of Stories…
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Alfie & The Greatest Origin Comeback
After a humiliating defeat in the 2000 State of Origin series, Queensland turned to legendary coach Wayne Bennett to restore state pride. Bennett's bold move to select an entirely new Maroons team paid off with a victory in the opening game of the 2001 series. However, the Blues fought back,...
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St George Can't Play... Alfie and the Beginning of the Broncos
Allan Langer’s playing legacy still looms large over the Broncos. The clubs Inaugural halfback in 1988 would become their first premiership captain in ‘92, a title they defended in ‘93. He’d go on to lead a team rated among the greatest club outfits ever assembled to the Super League premiership…
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Kevvie & The King… Alfie’s Wingmen
A Rugby League halfback is the beating heart of a football team, part drummer, part lead guitarist, but every seven needs a six. In the case of Alan Langer, his illustrious wingmen are as much a part of his story as himself. On this episode of Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’, we shine a light on…
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Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie.
One of the smallest men to have played the game, ‘Alfie’ rose to become a giant figure of the sport. On episode one of Stories of Origin, Alfie, we go back to where it all began. The sports loving, blue collar Queensland city of Ipswich, which has played a significant part in developing champions...
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Stories of Origin - Season 3 Trailer
Episode 1 available Monday 29 April 2024. Allan Langer. The diminutive playmaking whiz who bamboozled and befuddled opponents for decades remains Queensland’s most capped halfback and revered as ever. Tough, tenacious and talented beyond all comprehension. This season Stories of Origin shines the...
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JT & Adam Mogg - An Unlikely Hero
It can take just one play to make someone an Origin hero. In the case of Adam Mogg, his two games for Queensland are as significant as any. In 2006, State of Origin was in its 25th year. New South Wales was coming off its third straight series victory and there was growing concern about the...
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Phil Gould & Darryl Brohman - Origin 2023
Gus and Big Marn share their most memorable Origin moments, hilarious footy stories and a detailed preview of the 2023 State of Origin series. State of Origin is live and exclusive on 9 and 9Now.
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Brett & Josh Morris - Whatever It Takes
The 2014 State of Origin is best remembered for New South Wales' victory which ended Queensland's record run of eight straight series wins. The opening game in front of a raucous Queensland crowd at Suncorp Stadium was a grueling affair. The Blues won 12 - 8 in a demanding match, in large part...
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Lockyer & Joey - Origin Reunited
The 1998 State of Origin series featured some of the best Rugby League ever witnessed. After three years of interruptions due to Super League, the best of the best were back to battle it out for interstate supremacy. Player for player, it was perhaps the strongest series ever staged. Champion...
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Billy & Freddy - Sliding Doors
In 2022, Brad Fittler and Billy Slater faced each other for only the second time in their Origin careers. The first time in 2004 it was under a very different set of circumstances. Slater was at the beginning of his State of Origin journey whilst Freddy was at his twilight. The 2004 State of…
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Fatty & Sterlo - Origin goes to La-La Land
Welcome to Stories of Origin Series II focusing on some memorable State of Origin performances. The brilliant player of the match efforts, the toughest displays, the scintillating tries. There could be no better way to launch this season than with Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin and Peter Sterling. In 1987,...
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Stories of Origin - Season 2 Trailer
Last year we launched Stories of Origin the podcast by telling some of the greatest Origin stories with the icons of Australia's greatest sporting rivalry. In Season 2 we're focusing on some memorable State of Origin performances. The brilliant player of the match efforts, the toughest displays,...
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The Modern Maroons
Billy Slater is one of the greatest ever Queensland players, but does that ensure his success as a coach? The legendary fullback steps into the coaches box for the first time in his career on Wednesday night. In this exclusive extended interview, Slater outlines his hopes for the series and why…
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Inside Camp Blue
On this episode of Stories of Origin, we go inside NSW camp for an exclusive interview with Blues coach Brad Fittler. Hosted by Mathew Thompson.
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The Greatest Upset
1995 was the height of the Super League war. As a tactic to fight back against News Limited, the ARL ‘overlooked’ players who’d committed to the breakaway competition from representative selection. And so it was, Queensland entered camp with an unrecognisable squad and a rookie coach, Paul…
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The Match Winners
Here’s the scenario. It’s an origin decider in front of a full house. 12-all - 90 seconds to play. Your state needs a matchwinner! Who stands up? The very best footballers rise in the clutch. On this episode of The Stories of Origin, we talk to the greatest talisman Origin has produced, Jonathan...
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The Heartbeat of the Blues
In the first 12 years of modern Origin, QLD won 9 series. NSW needed a circuit breaker. In 1992, they called on a man who, in his first four years as a first-grade coach, had been to three grand finals - for two wins, the first of those in his debut season. Could Phil Gould replicate his club...
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The Dynasty
Between 2006 and 2013, Queensland enjoyed the greatest winning stretch Origin has ever seen. They won 11 of 12 series - including eight in a row from 2006. But it was a dynasty that almost didn’t happen. And had it gone the other way, some of the states greatest players may have suffered a...
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The Champions
Andrew Johns and Cameron Smith are the two best players of their generation. On this episode of Stories of Origin, they sit down together to discuss their remarkable state careers. Smith played a record 42 origin games for QLD. He was the key player in the Maroons remarkable dynasty. Johns is...
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Origin is Born
Welcome to Stories of Origin, a podcast series that explores the rich history of NSW V QLD in the words of the warriors themselves. We start our series at the beginning of the modern origin format. The birth of Origin. In 1980, The Queenslander’s were sick of New South Wales stealing their…
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Stories of Origin - Season 1 Trailer
Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories. They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport. Stories of Origin features Origin greats…
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If you love Stories of Origin, you'll also love the Stories of the Cars That Made Australia, with Tim 'Rosso' RossListen via Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cars-that-made-australia/id1681972497Listen via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4y2OWVCRvVHI35BOdW1msS?si=cf54f89c6df547f2Since 1980, State of Origin rugby league has been a treasure trove of remarkable stories.They involve mateship, resilience, winning against the odds. Pain, refusal to quit. Underdogs triumphing in the face of doubt. The most romantic elements of sport.Stories of Origin features Origin greats Allan Langer, Brad Fittler, Billy Slater, Paul Vautin, Wally Lewis, Phil Gould, Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Jonathan Thurston, Darren Lockyer, Paul Gallen, Ricky Stuart, Ben Ikin, Chris Close and many more. The podcast series taps into their experiences and unwraps new angles on their Origin careers.You’ll hear some classic yarns from on the field and inside the dressing sheds. It
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