We've got another bumper episode for you this week, with plenty to talk about from the world of Rugby League.   We start on a sad note as we talk about the life of Matt King, who has died aged 33. Phil worked on his book, 04.04.04, and is best placed to reflect on the impact he had in his short time with us.   Our first guest is Richard Mathers, always honest and open with his opinions, we discuss the future departure of Steve Price from Warrington Wolves, and he shares with us his thoughts on who should take over at the Halliwell Jones. Plus, there's his recollections of transferring from playing to the outside world, and one of the major infulences on his career.   We're back in Cumbria then as Barrow Raiders coach Paul Crarey and his Chairman Steve Neale are with us with the new season less than a month away.   They're got big aims for the future too, as well as talking how the club is strengthening on and off the field, and the work being done to get the crowds back in at Craven Park.   We've also got a Magic Weekend to look forward to, and plenty of games to be streamed, and the most pointless of all changes to the laws, the 20/40.

We've got another bumper episode for you this week, with plenty to talk about from the world of Rugby League. We start on a sad note as we talk about the life of Matt King, who has died aged 33. Phil worked on his book, 04.04.04, and is best placed to reflect on the impact he had in his short time with us. Our first guest is Richard Mathers, always honest and open with his opinions, we discuss the future departure of Steve Price from Warrington Wolves, and he shares with us his thoughts on who should take over at the Halliwell Jones. Plus, there's his recollections of transferring from playing to the outside world, and one of the major infulences on his career. We're back in Cumbria then as Barrow Raiders coach Paul Crarey and his Chairman Steve Neale are with us with the new season less than a month away. They're got big aims for the future too, as well as talking how the club is strengthening on and off the field, and the work being done to get the crowds back in at Craven Park. We've also got a Magic Weekend to look forward to, and plenty of games to be streamed, and the most pointless of all changes to the laws, the 20/40.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 23rd February 2021

As we get excited that fixtures have been released, well some anyway, we welcome back Mark Wilson to the show, before he has to go to Burnley, the lucky chap.   It's our first chance to talk about the upcoming deaprture of Robert Elstone, and a look back at his tenure, asking if he was doomed to fail, and what happens next.   Not just the future of Super League, but where is the sport heading, as we await a new TV deal, and what that means for those outside the top flight.   After Mark goes off to navigate the M62, we head west too, as the Chief Executive of Wales Rugby League, Gareth Kear joins us with plenty of positiviity about the sport in the Principality.   With developments in the wheelchair game, a new coach for the women's team, and men's team with a tough, but exciting, draw to look forward to, celebrations of those who paved the way and seeds being planted to develop the game there for years to come.

As we get excited that fixtures have been released, well some anyway, we welcome back Mark Wilson to the show, before he has to go to Burnley, the lucky chap. It's our first chance to talk about the upcoming deaprture of Robert Elstone, and a look back at his tenure, asking if he was doomed to fail, and what happens next. Not just the future of Super League, but where is the sport heading, as we await a new TV deal, and what that means for those outside the top flight. After Mark goes off to navigate the M62, we head west too, as the Chief Executive of Wales Rugby League, Gareth Kear joins us with plenty of positiviity about the sport in the Principality. With developments in the wheelchair game, a new coach for the women's team, and men's team with a tough, but exciting, draw to look forward to, celebrations of those who paved the way and seeds being planted to develop the game there for years to come.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 17th February 2021

We're heading over the Atlantic Ocean for another busy episode of Forty20 NOT LIVE as we check in on the state of the game in Canada, now the Toronto Wolfpack appear to be no more.   Joining us are World Cup hopeful Krista Kent, with the World Ranked 5th Canada Ravens in England's group this autumn, and she tells us about her experiences in the sport, and hopes for the national team, while Carl Holmes, Vice President of Ontario Rugby League shares with us their plans for growing the game with the aid of Masters RL.   Also with us is Wolfpack fan Nicholas Mew, who has written an article on the demise of them in the latest Forty20 Magazine, talking about the frustrations of those who've been left behind as Super League moves on.   Plenty to think about as ever, and to be positive about!

We're heading over the Atlantic Ocean for another busy episode of Forty20 NOT LIVE as we check in on the state of the game in Canada, now the Toronto Wolfpack appear to be no more. Joining us are World Cup hopeful Krista Kent, with the World Ranked 5th Canada Ravens in England's group this autumn, and she tells us about her experiences in the sport, and hopes for the national team, while Carl Holmes, Vice President of Ontario Rugby League shares with us their plans for growing the game with the aid of Masters RL. Also with us is Wolfpack fan Nicholas Mew, who has written an article on the demise of them in the latest Forty20 Magazine, talking about the frustrations of those who've been left behind as Super League moves on. Plenty to think about as ever, and to be positive about!

Forty20 NOT LIVE's Canadian Cavalcade - 13th February 2021

We're back again with another packed show, as we manage to talk about the Super Bowl and the cricket, but in terms of Rugby League, somehow, as well as what little is going on in the sport right now, such as Wigan not being sold, and the leaky colander that is Super League.   Away from our witterings, more guests, as first we head to West Wales, where Raiders coach Aaron Wood is here to talk about talking on the role at the club who have finished bottom of the pile, but are aiming higher thanks to stability off the pitch and star signings on it. After Wales, we're off to Cumbria, and Whitehaven to be precise as assistant coach Jonty Gorley and director Andrew Canavan speak about their hopes for life in the Championship, when action resumes of course, the difficulties on and off the pitch, and how best to improve the status of the sport in the area. As ever, plenty to think about, so let us know what you think.

We're back again with another packed show, as we manage to talk about the Super Bowl and the cricket, but in terms of Rugby League, somehow, as well as what little is going on in the sport right now, such as Wigan not being sold, and the leaky colander that is Super League. Away from our witterings, more guests, as first we head to West Wales, where Raiders coach Aaron Wood is here to talk about talking on the role at the club who have finished bottom of the pile, but are aiming higher thanks to stability off the pitch and star signings on it. After Wales, we're off to Cumbria, and Whitehaven to be precise as assistant coach Jonty Gorley and director Andrew Canavan speak about their hopes for life in the Championship, when action resumes of course, the difficulties on and off the pitch, and how best to improve the status of the sport in the area. As ever, plenty to think about, so let us know what you think.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 8th February 2021

Ralph Rimmer

Damian Irvine

2021 is here, and so is our first podcast of the new year, and with a pair of guests to kick us off.   RFL Chief Executive Ralph Rimmer is up first, talking about how Rugby League fits in to Sport England's vision for the next decade, as well as how the sport has dealt with the pandemic to date, the challenges faced and those yet to come.   Someone who is looking at those challenges from a different perspective is Damian Irvine, non-executive Director at Hunslet, who joins us for the view from League One, how his club is placed in the current framework, the future for them, and similar clubs, and his views on the split between the RFL and Super League.   Plus, we talk about whatever else has happened we can remember, as we look forward to getting back on the pitch, and in the stands.

2021 is here, and so is our first podcast of the new year, and with a pair of guests to kick us off. RFL Chief Executive Ralph Rimmer is up first, talking about how Rugby League fits in to Sport England's vision for the next decade, as well as how the sport has dealt with the pandemic to date, the challenges faced and those yet to come. Someone who is looking at those challenges from a different perspective is Damian Irvine, non-executive Director at Hunslet, who joins us for the view from League One, how his club is placed in the current framework, the future for them, and similar clubs, and his views on the split between the RFL and Super League. Plus, we talk about whatever else has happened we can remember, as we look forward to getting back on the pitch, and in the stands.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 29th January 2021 with Ralph Rimmer and Damian Irvine

2020 is a year we'll never forget, but if you have, and who can blame you, here's some of the key moments of the year on Forty20 TV, starting with the arrival of Sonny Bill Williams, ending with two modern day greats saying goodbye, and plenty of talking points, on and off the pitch, in between. Thanks to all our guests for giving up their time across the year, and to you for watching, listening and interacting. We really do appreciate it. Have a happy, and safe, 2021....we hope to see you again soon!------For all the latest Rugby League news and opinion, head to http://forty20.newsGrab the podcast: https://forty20rl.podbean.com/Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TVFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVELike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/ Buy the magazine: http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/

2020 is a year we'll never forget, but if you have, and who can blame you, here's some of the key moments of the year on Forty20 TV, starting with the arrival of Sonny Bill Williams, ending with two modern day greats saying goodbye, and plenty of talking points, on and off the pitch, in between. Thanks to all our guests for giving up their time across the year, and to you for watching, listening and interacting. We really do appreciate it. Have a happy, and safe, 2021....we hope to see you again soon! ------ For all the latest Rugby League news and opinion, head to http://forty20.news Grab the podcast: <a href="https://forty20rl.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forty20rl.podbean.com/</a> Subscribe: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV</a> Follow us on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE</a> Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/</a> Buy the magazine: <a href="http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/</a>

Some Bits of Forty20 TV - The 2020 Edition

We're ending the year with another pair of guests to talk some Rugby League.   First up, Dave Musson from the Bear Necessities podcast, and author of the updated book Forward joins us to talk about life in League One with the Coventry Bears, as they look forward to getting back on the pitch after a very short 2020 season.   Then, Forty20's Editor-at-large Tony Hannan makes his debut on the show, showing there's no room for nepotism on this programme.   He's got a book out as well, The Wicket Men, and we look back on the formation of the magazine, why it's still here, and what Eddie Waring would make of the sport today.   As we say on the show, we appreciate everyone who has read the magazine, watched our shows and listened to our podcasts this year. We hope we have given you some escapism, as it has for us.   *****   2020. It's been a year, hasn't it? One none of us will forget, good and bad. We've all adapted, we've all changed, and, we'll celebrate those who remain, and those we have lost.   Stay safe, we'll see you again in 2021.

We're ending the year with another pair of guests to talk some Rugby League. First up, Dave Musson from the Bear Necessities podcast, and author of the updated book Forward joins us to talk about life in League One with the Coventry Bears, as they look forward to getting back on the pitch after a very short 2020 season. Then, Forty20's Editor-at-large Tony Hannan makes his debut on the show, showing there's no room for nepotism on this programme. He's got a book out as well, The Wicket Men, and we look back on the formation of the magazine, why it's still here, and what Eddie Waring would make of the sport today. As we say on the show, we appreciate everyone who has read the magazine, watched our shows and listened to our podcasts this year. We hope we have given you some escapism, as it has for us. ***** 2020. It's been a year, hasn't it? One none of us will forget, good and bad. We've all adapted, we've all changed, and, we'll celebrate those who remain, and those we have lost. Stay safe, we'll see you again in 2021.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 21st December 2020

Barrie McDermott

A bonus show for you, as two prop forwards join us to talk Rugby League. First, Castleford Tigers' Grant Millington tells us about the 2020 season at The Jungle, the trials and tribulations of their year, on and off the field, signing a new deal at the club, and how he first found the town when he joined up at the Tigers. Then it's former GB &amp; Ireland international Barrie McDermott as the Sky Sports pundit gives us the inside story on fund raising efforts for Motor Neurone Disease in the name of his friend and former teammate Rob Burrow, on Kevin Sinfield's marathons, the Burrow Seven racehorse, plus RL across the Irish Sea and more. There's also news on a new side in the Championship, and the potential on an NRL takeover of Super League. Thought provoking stuff.

A bonus show for you, as two prop forwards join us to talk Rugby League. First, Castleford Tigers' Grant Millington tells us about the 2020 season at The Jungle, the trials and tribulations of their year, on and off the field, signing a new deal at the club, and how he first found the town when he joined up at the Tigers. Then it's former GB &amp; Ireland international Barrie McDermott as the Sky Sports pundit gives us the inside story on fund raising efforts for Motor Neurone Disease in the name of his friend and former teammate Rob Burrow, on Kevin Sinfield's marathons, the Burrow Seven racehorse, plus RL across the Irish Sea and more. There's also news on a new side in the Championship, and the potential on an NRL takeover of Super League. Thought provoking stuff.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 10th December 2020 with Barrie McDermott & Grant Millington

Back again to talk Rugby League, and it's another debutant on the show this week as author and St. Helens fan Andrew Quirke joins us, alongside his current writing partner, our good friend Danika Priim.   As well as talking about their forthcoming book, and their thoughts on 2020, we've got plenty to discuss on how lucky we all are to be involved in this great sport, and who proud we are of Kevin Sinfield, and his 7 marathons in 7 days to raise money for MNDA and his mate Rob Burrow.   Something for everyone, we hope!

Back again to talk Rugby League, and it's another debutant on the show this week as author and St. Helens fan Andrew Quirke joins us, alongside his current writing partner, our good friend Danika Priim. As well as talking about their forthcoming book, and their thoughts on 2020, we've got plenty to discuss on how lucky we all are to be involved in this great sport, and who proud we are of Kevin Sinfield, and his 7 marathons in 7 days to raise money for MNDA and his mate Rob Burrow. Something for everyone, we hope!

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 7th December 2020

"The Greatest Thing I've Ever Seen." That's Steve Mascord's verdict as the author, podcaster, and much more joins us to talk about St. Helens Super League Grand Final win over Wigan, thanks to a dramatic final play.   We discuss the issues coming out of that game and more, as the Rugby League season finally comes to a close, the race to replace Toronto continues, there's some brief transfer innuendo, and other news from the past week.   Steve's also writing a new book - Two Tribes - on the Super League War in Australia, so we talk about that, and how you can support it, and his plans for the future. You can find out more, here: https://twotribes.substack.com/

"The Greatest Thing I've Ever Seen." That's Steve Mascord's verdict as the author, podcaster, and much more joins us to talk about St. Helens Super League Grand Final win over Wigan, thanks to a dramatic final play. We discuss the issues coming out of that game and more, as the Rugby League season finally comes to a close, the race to replace Toronto continues, there's some brief transfer innuendo, and other news from the past week. Steve's also writing a new book - Two Tribes - on the Super League War in Australia, so we talk about that, and how you can support it, and his plans for the future. You can find out more, here: <a href="https://twotribes.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twotribes.substack.com/</a>

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 1st December 2020

We talk Rugby League, it's what we do. The full Monday night show available as a weekly podcast and other special episodes too!

As it's Grand Final week, we shine the spotlight on St. Helens this time with a bonus podcast starring film director, podcaster, Forty20 magazine columnist and Saints fan Ian Boldsworth.   We talk about Saints season, how excited Ian is for the match on Friday, James Graham's retirement, fans over reactions to every thing and much more!   Recording flew by, so hopefully you enjoy it, and if you want to check out Ian's Patreon, be our guest: https://www.patreon.com/ianboldsworth

As it's Grand Final week, we shine the spotlight on St. Helens this time with a bonus podcast starring film director, podcaster, Forty20 magazine columnist and Saints fan Ian Boldsworth. We talk about Saints season, how excited Ian is for the match on Friday, James Graham's retirement, fans over reactions to every thing and much more! Recording flew by, so hopefully you enjoy it, and if you want to check out Ian's Patreon, be our guest: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/ianboldsworth" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/ianboldsworth</a>

Forty20 NOT LIVE EXTRA: 25th November 2020

It's Grand Final week, and we're talking about the League Leaders in the company of Phil Wilkinson from the Wigan Post and Wigan Observer to talk all things Cherry and White, as they head to the KCOM, including the retirement of Sean O'Loughlin, the future of Tommy Leuluai and transformation of Adrian Lam from stop gap to main man in the DW hot seat.   Plus, on the back of the Dream Team, and ahead of the Steve Prescott Man of Steel Award being annoucned, we ask if the current methodology works.   And, as usual, Phil and Richard also round up what they can remember has happened in the world of Rugby League: Ian Watson's move to Huddersfield, Queensland's win in Origin and more good news from the World Cup!

It's Grand Final week, and we're talking about the League Leaders in the company of Phil Wilkinson from the Wigan Post and Wigan Observer to talk all things Cherry and White, as they head to the KCOM, including the retirement of Sean O'Loughlin, the future of Tommy Leuluai and transformation of Adrian Lam from stop gap to main man in the DW hot seat. Plus, on the back of the Dream Team, and ahead of the Steve Prescott Man of Steel Award being annoucned, we ask if the current methodology works. And, as usual, Phil and Richard also round up what they can remember has happened in the world of Rugby League: Ian Watson's move to Huddersfield, Queensland's win in Origin and more good news from the World Cup!

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 23rd November 2020

We're back as the Super League season continues to head to its conclusion, and say goodbye to Warrington and Leeds, as Hull FC and Catalans continue on on the Road to Clive Sullivan Way, and the Grand Final. Plenty of talking points from those matches, and off the field as well, as Robert Elstone faces the media, there's a fund set-up for former employees of Toronto Wolfpack, and much more news besides. Not just that, but we're also joined by Halifax's Director of Rugby Ian Croad to look at life in the Championship, the non-start of their bid to return to Super League, the effects of Covid-19 and when they will play again. Lots to discuss, with plenty still up in the air, for clubs outside the top flight. ------For all the latest Rugby League news and opinion, head to http://forty20.newsGrab the podcast: https://forty20rl.podbean.com/Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TVFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVELike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/ Buy the magazine: http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/

We're back as the Super League season continues to head to its conclusion, and say goodbye to Warrington and Leeds, as Hull FC and Catalans continue on on the Road to Clive Sullivan Way, and the Grand Final. Plenty of talking points from those matches, and off the field as well, as Robert Elstone faces the media, there's a fund set-up for former employees of Toronto Wolfpack, and much more news besides. Not just that, but we're also joined by Halifax's Director of Rugby Ian Croad to look at life in the Championship, the non-start of their bid to return to Super League, the effects of Covid-19 and when they will play again. Lots to discuss, with plenty still up in the air, for clubs outside the top flight. ------ For all the latest Rugby League news and opinion, head to http://forty20.news Grab the podcast: <a href="https://forty20rl.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forty20rl.podbean.com/</a> Subscribe: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV</a> Follow us on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE</a> Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/</a> Buy the magazine: <a href="http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/</a>

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 16th November 2020

Remember, remember the 6th of November, as Forty20 NOT LIVE is back, as we assume there'll be no more news on a VERY busy week in Rugby League.  Peter Smith, from the Yorkshire Evening Post, makes his debut, alongside the returning Paul Bennett, as we look back on a week where Toronto Wolfpack lost their bid for a place in the 2021 Super League, and the fight to become the 12th team in the competition began. There's plenty to talk about there, with the ramifications of short termism to discuss, and where the sport moves forward from here. As well as that, Salford have a pointless penalty, could there be a new player on the TV scene and Wigan's rebrand are all up for debate.

Remember, remember the 6th of November, as Forty20 NOT LIVE is back, as we assume there'll be no more news on a VERY busy week in Rugby League.  Peter Smith, from the Yorkshire Evening Post, makes his debut, alongside the returning Paul Bennett, as we look back on a week where Toronto Wolfpack lost their bid for a place in the 2021 Super League, and the fight to become the 12th team in the competition began. There's plenty to talk about there, with the ramifications of short termism to discuss, and where the sport moves forward from here. As well as that, Salford have a pointless penalty, could there be a new player on the TV scene and Wigan's rebrand are all up for debate.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 6th November 2020

As the Super League season reaches it conculsion, one way or another, those in charge of the sport will shortly make a decision on whether Toronto Wolfpack will be back, having left the competition midway through the season. Joining us to talk about Rugby League in Hogtown (according to Wikipedia) is sports broadcaster and the most fashionable person we've had on the show, Avry Lewis-McDougall, who has been covering the club from inception, and brought his style to our screens on Inside Super League before the pandemic. A fun hour!

As the Super League season reaches it conculsion, one way or another, those in charge of the sport will shortly make a decision on whether Toronto Wolfpack will be back, having left the competition midway through the season. Joining us to talk about Rugby League in Hogtown (according to Wikipedia) is sports broadcaster and the most fashionable person we've had on the show, Avry Lewis-McDougall, who has been covering the club from inception, and brought his style to our screens on Inside Super League before the pandemic. A fun hour!

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 28th October 2020

Leeds Rhinos edged out Salford Red Devils to lift the Challenge Cup at an empty Wembley Stadium on Saturday, as we look back on a unique final, discussing where the match was won, key moments and why the trophy is heading back to Headingley. We look ahead to the end of the NRL season as Penrith Panthers face Melbourne Storm on Sunday, with plenty of players to keep an eye on, the stories of both clubs, Cameron Smith's last game (or not) and who will be crowned Champions. There's chat about the Grand Final venue, the 2021 season in the Championship and League 1, and much more for guest John Davidson to chat about.

Leeds Rhinos edged out Salford Red Devils to lift the Challenge Cup at an empty Wembley Stadium on Saturday, as we look back on a unique final, discussing where the match was won, key moments and why the trophy is heading back to Headingley. We look ahead to the end of the NRL season as Penrith Panthers face Melbourne Storm on Sunday, with plenty of players to keep an eye on, the stories of both clubs, Cameron Smith's last game (or not) and who will be crowned Champions. There's chat about the Grand Final venue, the 2021 season in the Championship and League 1, and much more for guest John Davidson to chat about.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 20th October 2020

It's Challenge Cup Final week, and we're joined by 2019 winner Danika Priim to look ahead to the Wembley showdown between Salford Red Devils and Leeds Rhinos. Key battles, stories, the coaches and more under our microscope. She's been at games during this "Behind Closed Doors" period, and her and Phil tell us about watching games without the fake crowd noise, and what we can learn from that. Could Eastern Europeans be a new seam of talent for RL? We answer that, and plenty of your questions, plus, on the anniversary of the Rhinos' Women's Grand Final win last year, Danika takes us back to that night in St. Helens.

It's Challenge Cup Final week, and we're joined by 2019 winner Danika Priim to look ahead to the Wembley showdown between Salford Red Devils and Leeds Rhinos. Key battles, stories, the coaches and more under our microscope. She's been at games during this "Behind Closed Doors" period, and her and Phil tell us about watching games without the fake crowd noise, and what we can learn from that. Could Eastern Europeans be a new seam of talent for RL? We answer that, and plenty of your questions, plus, on the anniversary of the Rhinos' Women's Grand Final win last year, Danika takes us back to that night in St. Helens.

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 12th October 2020

The Salford Reds are arising, again, as they will meet Leeds at Wembley in the 2020 Coral Challenge Cup Final, so who better to join us as guests than The Sun's Rugby League correspondent Gary Carter and Ian Watson's No. 1 fan Gemma Carter to discuss their dramatic victory over Warrington in a wet semi-final. The Rhinos made it through with a comprehensive win over Wigan, and we look at both coaches who have led their teams to the final on October 17th. There's more on Sam Burgess and the allegations surrounding him, and South Sydney, down under, plus the end of dual registration, or is it, and the international retirement of James Graham, and the return of the predictions!

The Salford Reds are arising, again, as they will meet Leeds at Wembley in the 2020 Coral Challenge Cup Final, so who better to join us as guests than The Sun's Rugby League correspondent Gary Carter and Ian Watson's No. 1 fan Gemma Carter to discuss their dramatic victory over Warrington in a wet semi-final. The Rhinos made it through with a comprehensive win over Wigan, and we look at both coaches who have led their teams to the final on October 17th. There's more on Sam Burgess and the allegations surrounding him, and South Sydney, down under, plus the end of dual registration, or is it, and the international retirement of James Graham, and the return of the predictions!

Forty20 NOT LIVE: 5th October 2020

It's a special Friday edition of the show for you ahead of the Challenge Cup semi-finals, as we look at the news headlines from Rugby League, mainly those made in Australia by Sam Burgess it seems, plus the RFL and Super League both announce new diversity initiatives, there's a glut on young players making their debuts, but what does the future hold for them, and we talk a new statue in Cardiff. If that's not all, we're joined from Toulouse by Jy Hitchcox as the former Castleford, Featherstone and Bradford winger tells us about their premature end to their season in the Championship, and what attracted him to swap West Yorkshire for the South of France, plus his hopes for the future of the sport, and where life below Super League fits in to that. Jy has plenty to say, and will leave you with as much to think about...

It's a special Friday edition of the show for you ahead of the Challenge Cup semi-finals, as we look at the news headlines from Rugby League, mainly those made in Australia by Sam Burgess it seems, plus the RFL and Super League both announce new diversity initiatives, there's a glut on young players making their debuts, but what does the future hold for them, and we talk a new statue in Cardiff. If that's not all, we're joined from Toulouse by Jy Hitchcox as the former Castleford, Featherstone and Bradford winger tells us about their premature end to their season in the Championship, and what attracted him to swap West Yorkshire for the South of France, plus his hopes for the future of the sport, and where life below Super League fits in to that. Jy has plenty to say, and will leave you with as much to think about...

Forty20 NOT LIVE with Jy Hitchcox - 2nd October 2020

Luke Robinson

Back into the archives now, and a few years before becoming caretaker coach at Huddersfield Giants, Luke Robinson joined us in the Radio Yorkshire studios and had plenty of Rugby League to talk about.

Back into the archives now, and a few years before becoming caretaker coach at Huddersfield Giants, Luke Robinson joined us in the Radio Yorkshire studios and had plenty of Rugby League to talk about.

From the Archives: RLonRY with Luke Robinson from April 2015

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Forty20 Rugby League Podcasts

The Legend is back, and just in time for our look back at the failure that was the "Return of the Great Britain Rugby League Lions" 2019 tour. We just hope his return showed better  levels of vision and awareness...

The Legend is back, and just in time for our look back at the failure that was the "Return of the Great Britain Rugby League Lions" 2019 tour. We just hope his return showed better  levels of vision and awareness...

Forty20 LIVE: 18th November 2019

We have a debrief after the RFL's media briefing and get very excited about changes to the shot clock, plus, Schoey's done his homework on who would be in the next England squad, if named today...

We have a debrief after the RFL's media briefing and get very excited about changes to the shot clock, plus, Schoey's done his homework on who would be in the next England squad, if named today...

Forty20 LIVE: 25th November 2019

It's #InternationalPodcastDay, and they must have known we do the show on a Monday, musn't they? We've got play-offs to talk about, gush over Jackson Hastings, look back at the PDRL Grand Final day and action in the Women's Super League, plus, forget Luke Gale, Phil's thrown a big name into the ring to go to Leeds...see how many of YOUR favourite clickbait websites report that one!

It's #InternationalPodcastDay, and they must have known we do the show on a Monday, musn't they? We've got play-offs to talk about, gush over Jackson Hastings, look back at the PDRL Grand Final day and action in the Women's Super League, plus, forget Luke Gale, Phil's thrown a big name into the ring to go to Leeds...see how many of YOUR favourite clickbait websites report that one!

Forty20 LIVE: 30th September 2019

Exemptions for Toronto, union nicking ideas from League again (and can we raid the "Sarries" of talent), disappointing crowds to celebrate testimonial heroes and "HRH" "Prince" Harry and the RLWC2021 Draw! 

Exemptions for Toronto, union nicking ideas from League again (and can we raid the "Sarries" of talent), disappointing crowds to celebrate testimonial heroes and "HRH" "Prince" Harry and the RLWC2021 Draw!

Forty20 LIVE: 20th January 2020

Another week of Rugby League news to discuss as we look at Shaun Wane's England invitees, and some notable omissions, Ottawa Aces joining League One in 2021, and New York at a later date, ref abuse, and all the action from Super League, plus, when is a game not actually a game? Former England international Danika Priim joins us once again, and lifts the lid on life under her new coach at Leeds and her view on cannonball tackles.

Another week of Rugby League news to discuss as we look at Shaun Wane's England invitees, and some notable omissions, Ottawa Aces joining League One in 2021, and New York at a later date, ref abuse, and all the action from Super League, plus, when is a game not actually a game? Former England international Danika Priim joins us once again, and lifts the lid on life under her new coach at Leeds and her view on cannonball tackles.

Forty20 LIVE: 9th March 2020

Saying hello to a brand new Super League club, whoever that will be, while saying a fond goodbye to London, and those teams eliminated in week one of the play-offs...

Saying hello to a brand new Super League club, whoever that will be, while saying a fond goodbye to London, and those teams eliminated in week one of the play-offs...

Forty20: Monday Morning Wrap-Up - 16/9/2019

A bit of an open forum as not much is going on really in the world of Rugby League, and with Schoey away, John Davidson joins us to answer your queries. We're on a break next week, to be replaced by our General Election Special: Forty20 LIE! (Not really, but we are having a week off so fend for yourself somehow, or just watch/listen to an old episode.)

A bit of an open forum as not much is going on really in the world of Rugby League, and with Schoey away, John Davidson joins us to answer your queries. We're on a break next week, to be replaced by our General Election Special: Forty20 LIE! (Not really, but we are having a week off so fend for yourself somehow, or just watch/listen to an old episode.)

Forty20 LIVE: 2nd December 2019

We've reached the Super League play-offs, while they continue in the Championship and League One. Who is going home, and who is one game closer to glory? Timestamps:League One00:20 Oldham vs. Doncaster01:38 Newcastle Thunder vs. Workington Town Championship03:36 Toronto Wolfpack vs. Toulouse Olympique05:57 York City Knights vs. Featherstone Rovers Super League09:14 Warrington Wolves vs. Castleford Tigers12:39 Wigan Warriors vs. Salford Red Devils ------Grab the podcast: https://forty20rl.podbean.com/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TVFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVELike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/ Buy the magazine: http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/

We've reached the Super League play-offs, while they continue in the Championship and League One. Who is going home, and who is one game closer to glory? Timestamps: League One 00:20 Oldham vs. Doncaster 01:38 Newcastle Thunder vs. Workington Town Championship 03:36 Toronto Wolfpack vs. Toulouse Olympique 05:57 York City Knights vs. Featherstone Rovers Super League 09:14 Warrington Wolves vs. Castleford Tigers 12:39 Wigan Warriors vs. Salford Red Devils ------ Grab the podcast: <a href="https://forty20rl.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forty20rl.podbean.com/</a> Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/Forty20TV</a> Follow us on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Forty20LIVE</a> Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/forty20magazine/</a> Buy the magazine: <a href="http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.scratchingshedpublishing.com/</a>

Forty20 - Prediction Super League The Podcast (Play-Offs Week #1)

Featherstone Rovers: 80 minutes away from the top table for the first time in a couple of dogs ages. Salford Red Devils: 80 minutes away from a trip to the stadium in the city next door. St. Helens: On for a Super League double?

Featherstone Rovers: 80 minutes away from the top table for the first time in a couple of dogs ages. Salford Red Devils: 80 minutes away from a trip to the stadium in the city next door. St. Helens: On for a Super League double?

Forty20: Monday Morning Wrap-Up - 30/9/19

Two teams remain as we approach Grand Final weekend. We look back at Salford Red Devils win at Wigan, how they'll fare against St. Helens at Old Trafford and Jackson Hastings being crowned the Steve Prescott Man of Steel. Not just two teams remain of course as Castleford Tigers and Leeds Rhinos meet at Saints on Friday night in an intriguing Women's Grand Final. Will ask will the Tigers overturn their Challenge Cup Final loss. Oldham are up, as are Toronto, and we've got plenty to say about the Wolfpack and their promotion. Schoey was at the Super League Awards and fills us in on his night, and there's a new era at Bradford. Again.

Two teams remain as we approach Grand Final weekend. We look back at Salford Red Devils win at Wigan, how they'll fare against St. Helens at Old Trafford and Jackson Hastings being crowned the Steve Prescott Man of Steel. Not just two teams remain of course as Castleford Tigers and Leeds Rhinos meet at Saints on Friday night in an intriguing Women's Grand Final. Will ask will the Tigers overturn their Challenge Cup Final loss. Oldham are up, as are Toronto, and we've got plenty to say about the Wolfpack and their promotion. Schoey was at the Super League Awards and fills us in on his night, and there's a new era at Bradford. Again.

Forty20 LIVE: 7th October 2019

In the second part of our trip to meet the Castleford Tigers Supporters Club, they had plenty of questions to ask us on topics such at Toronto Wolfpack and refereeing, but did we have any answers?

In the second part of our trip to meet the Castleford Tigers Supporters Club, they had plenty of questions to ask us on topics such at Toronto Wolfpack and refereeing, but did we have any answers?

Forty20 LIVE Live in Castleford - Q&A

Two Grand Finals. One GB squad announcement. That's pretty much it.. (sideways looking emoji)

Two Grand Finals. One GB squad announcement. That's pretty much it.. (sideways looking emoji)

Forty20 LIVE: 14th October 2019

John Davidson is back from the Great Britain Rugby League Lions Tour and is here to talk about that and we've got plenty to say about GB/England ahead of their final tour match against Papua New Guinea, but at least we've got the women's team to be proud of. That, plus all the news and topics that are fit to talk about in the world of Rugby League.

John Davidson is back from the Great Britain Rugby League Lions Tour and is here to talk about that and we've got plenty to say about GB/England ahead of their final tour match against Papua New Guinea, but at least we've got the women's team to be proud of. That, plus all the news and topics that are fit to talk about in the world of Rugby League.

Forty20 LIVE: 11th November 2019

Well, it's our 115th podcast spectacular, as we bring you the Challenge Cup draw live(ish) and react to the inevitable, as Rugby League is off for at least a couple of weeks. We also look back on the weekend gone, ask if Hull FC could have dealt with the sacking of Lee Radford any better, and try to work out what is actually going to happen going forward.

Well, it's our 115th podcast spectacular, as we bring you the Challenge Cup draw live(ish) and react to the inevitable, as Rugby League is off for at least a couple of weeks. We also look back on the weekend gone, ask if Hull FC could have dealt with the sacking of Lee Radford any better, and try to work out what is actually going to happen going forward.

Forty20 LIVE: 16th March 2020

Celebrating the Roosters and a successful World Club Challenge, not celebrating Ian Watson having a go at refs, and not bringing you the Challenge Cup draw live because, despite the presence of Forty20 Superfan/Global Ambassador and Torontonian Sandy being there, the graphics broke and we were watching on mute...

Celebrating the Roosters and a successful World Club Challenge, not celebrating Ian Watson having a go at refs, and not bringing you the Challenge Cup draw live because, despite the presence of Forty20 Superfan/Global Ambassador and Torontonian Sandy being there, the graphics broke and we were watching on mute...

Forty20 LIVE: 24th February 2020

Leeds Rhinos stormed to victory of Hull KR, but we try to avoid talking about that for as long as possible in a busy week of news on, and off, the pitch, some of which we could actually talk about. John Davidson is back as we talk Rugby League for another couple of hours.

Leeds Rhinos stormed to victory of Hull KR, but we try to avoid talking about that for as long as possible in a busy week of news on, and off, the pitch, some of which we could actually talk about. John Davidson is back as we talk Rugby League for another couple of hours.

Forty20 LIVE: 17th Feburary 2020

WARNING: Schoey is ill, but we don't think you can catch it via a podcast. We're talking Rugby League on, and off, the field as usual, with a look at the first round of play-offs outside of Super League, and the final round in it. Plus, Toronto, Women's round up, and we grade the teams who didn't make the post season in the top flight.

WARNING: Schoey is ill, but we don't think you can catch it via a podcast. We're talking Rugby League on, and off, the field as usual, with a look at the first round of play-offs outside of Super League, and the final round in it. Plus, Toronto, Women's round up, and we grade the teams who didn't make the post season in the top flight.

Forty20 LIVE: 16th September 2019

John Davidson returns to sit behind the table as there's a great comeback for Catalans/poor last 20 minutes by Hull FC, Leeds batter Warrington, Wigan impress at Huddersfield and St. Helens, Wakefield and Castleford pick up wins in Super League, PLUS, joining us on the phone, THE LEGEND!

John Davidson returns to sit behind the table as there's a great comeback for Catalans/poor last 20 minutes by Hull FC, Leeds batter Warrington, Wigan impress at Huddersfield and St. Helens, Wakefield and Castleford pick up wins in Super League, PLUS, joining us on the phone, THE LEGEND!

Forty20 LIVE: 2nd March 2020

To paraphrase Les Dennis when he took over Family Fortunes from Max Bygraves, "New year. New decade. Same old show." Our survey says? Well, we're still here, into our sixth year of bringing you some kind of Rugby League discussion programme, though Schoey is on the DL and Mark is elsewhere, so Phil and Richard are holding the fort, and battling Facebook, to talk about two newsworthy games on Sunday, with Headingley hosting a unique event for Rob Burrow, Jamie Jones-Buchanan and a host of names of the past, while, over at the Mobile Rocket, Danny Brough's career was celebrated, but there was a serious injury to Mose Masoe. We talk about the RFL's season launch, changes to the Women's Super League, and how some bloke with ginger hair who lives in a castle and married a foreigner has shone a big light on the sport ahead of the World Cup draw this week.

To paraphrase Les Dennis when he took over Family Fortunes from Max Bygraves, "New year. New decade. Same old show." Our survey says? Well, we're still here, into our sixth year of bringing you some kind of Rugby League discussion programme, though Schoey is on the DL and Mark is elsewhere, so Phil and Richard are holding the fort, and battling Facebook, to talk about two newsworthy games on Sunday, with Headingley hosting a unique event for Rob Burrow, Jamie Jones-Buchanan and a host of names of the past, while, over at the Mobile Rocket, Danny Brough's career was celebrated, but there was a serious injury to Mose Masoe. We talk about the RFL's season launch, changes to the Women's Super League, and how some bloke with ginger hair who lives in a castle and married a foreigner has shone a big light on the sport ahead of the World Cup draw this week.

Forty20 LIVE: 13th January 2020

Garry Schofield

Back into the bran tub that is our archives, and one random Sunday afternoon, we didn't have a commentary game, but, to make sure he got paid, Schoey turned up, and we spent the afternoon talking about his life and times in Rugby League. It's like This Is Your Life wihtout the guests, Desert Island Discs without the music...

Back into the bran tub that is our archives, and one random Sunday afternoon, we didn't have a commentary game, but, to make sure he got paid, Schoey turned up, and we spent the afternoon talking about his life and times in Rugby League. It's like This Is Your Life wihtout the guests, Desert Island Discs without the music...

From the Archives: Making of the Legend - The Garry Schofield Story (from 2016)

The best podcast episodes of the most interesting stories and things. From skyping someone while they're in space, to tracking down and meeting a telephone scammer in person, to the story of a Galapagos. These episodes will keep you and all your friends entertained and captivated for hours. Learn something new in every episode! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Mel Liu

Four years ago, Jesse was hit by a car and nearly died. Now he wants to find the driver. And thank him.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was also produced by Kalila Holt. The senior producer is Kaitlin Roberts.Editing by Jorge Just, Alex Blumberg, and Wendy Dorr.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Saidu Tejan-Thomas, and Jackie Cohen.The show was mixed by Kate Bilinski. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, and Edwin, with additional music by Chris Zabriskie, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Charles Smith, Visager, Graham Barton, and Katie Mullins. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records, and our ad music is by Haley Shaw.

Heavyweight

Four years ago, Jesse was hit by a car and nearly died. Now he wants to find the driver. And thank him.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was also produced by Kalila Holt. The senior producer is Kaitlin Roberts.Editing by Jorge Just, Alex Blumberg, and Wendy Dorr.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Saidu Tejan-Thomas, and Jackie Cohen.The show was mixed by Kate Bilinski. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, and Edwin, with additional music by Chris Zabriskie, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Charles Smith, Visager, Graham Barton, and Katie Mullins. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records, and our ad music is by Haley Shaw.

#12 Jesse

Not on any maps, a beautiful outdoor pavilion in the middle of nowhere. Listen to this episode to hear about one of the hosts experience being initiated into the secret club of kids who knew about it, and the story behind why Heyoon existed.

The only way to find out about Heyoon for someone to take you there. Why?

Growing up in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Alex Goldman was a misfit. Bored and disaffected and angry, he longed for a place to escape to. And then he found Heyoon. The only way to find out about Heyoon for someone to … Continue reading →

99% Invisible

Growing up in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Alex Goldman was a misfit. Bored and disaffected and angry, he longed for a place to escape to. And then he found Heyoon. The only way to find out about Heyoon for someone to … <a href="http://99percentinvisible.prx.org/2013/07/02/83-heyoon/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continue reading →</a>

83- Heyoon

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The Best Multi-Part Documentaries, with documentaries on Obama, Federer vs Nadal, the making of Star Wars, Netflix vs Blockbuster and more. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

OwlTail

"It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.
This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions."

An 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.

This is Episode 1 of an 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions.Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Business Wars

This is Episode 1 of an 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions. Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Netflix vs Blockbuster - Sudden Death | 1

You don't have to like tennis to like this. There is so much to learn from how this rivalry made each player better. This series explores the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition.

A 7 part series on Federer and Nadal

In this series we explore the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition. Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Sports Wars

In this series we explore the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition.  Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Forty20 Rugby League Podcasts

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