Kenty - Paul Kent NRL Podcast

We're back for 2026 with a bang! Kenty opens up about his cancer diagnosis and how it will effect him this year. Plus, a HUGE look at all the things that happened in the off-season. R360, Zac Lomax, Pap, Gold Coast, PNG, Perth, rule changes and more!

Enjoy!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:55 - Kangaroo Tour

09:17 - Kenty's cancer diagnosis

21:10 - R360 movement

29:47 - Zac Lomax

42:42 - Adam Reynolds

46:45 - Gold Coast

57:02 - Papenhuyzen

01:00:00 - DCE

01:00:58 - David Fifita

01:02:10 - Perth Bears

01:09:02 - PNG

01:11:21 - Rule changes

01:15:14 - Player agents

01:19:30 - Season predictions

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Get ready for a cracking episode of Kenty Primetime as Kenty, Woz, and Spudd sit down with Liverpool legend Jason McAteer — and nothing’s off-limits!

From growing up tough in Birkenhead to pulling on the famous Liverpool red alongside the “Spice Boys” of the ‘90s, Jason opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hilarious behind-the-scenes stories that shaped his incredible career.

McAteer — who made over 100 Premier League appearances, represented Liverpool, Bolton Wanderers, Blackburn Rovers, and Sunderland, and earned 52 caps for the Republic of Ireland, including two World Cup campaigns — brings his trademark wit and honesty to the table.

And yes, he even gives his take on Rugby League, much to Spudd’s delight (and confusion).

Expect banter, nostalgia, and a few spicy truths from a footballer who’s seen it all — on and off the pitch.

🎥 Don’t miss it — this is Kenty Primetime at its best.

👇 Hit subscribe, drop a comment, and tell us your favourite McAteer moment!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:10 - Jason's introduction

08:39 - Going pro

11:30 - Signing with Bolton Wanderers

15:53 - Playing for Ireland

19:27 - Bolton to Liverpool 

35:57 - Mental health challenges after retirement

44:54 - 'Spice Boys'

48:20 - Girls selling stories to papers

58:40 - The '15 minute Halftime'

01:07:35 - Liverpool problems in 2025

01:18:00 - Jason & rugby league

01:19:45 - Pass the pound game!

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Kenty & Woz discuss how Penrith will attack the Broncos in what is billed as one of the great Finals games. Plus will we see the best of Melbourne with the big 4 back.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

09:05 - Cleary v Walsh

13:55 - Will Storm start performing?

18:50 - Day game Cleary

20:41 - Burton gone

23:30 - Pointsbet Match Preview

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This week on Kenty Primetime, Kenty is joined by the Sydney Roosters’ young guns Blake Steep and Hugo Savala. The boys open up on the rollercoaster of the Roosters’ 2025 season — the highs, the lows, and the disappointment of not going deeper into the finals.

But the real focus? The last two blockbuster games of the year. Blake and Hugo break down the match-ups, share a player’s perspective on what it takes to win, and reveal the strategies that could decide the ultimate prize. Expect honesty, laughs, and hard-hitting analysis straight from the dressing room.

If you love your footy raw and unfiltered, this is one you won’t want to miss!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:50 - Recovery & rest advantage

02:05 - Roosters year in review

04:00 - Hugo's rise

08:02 - Arrival of DCE & Hugo leaving

13:28 - Blake's return to footy

15:00 - Chats with Robbo

19:40 - Cronulla's improvement

22:29 - Blayke Brailey dominance

25:04 - The Melbourne wrestle

30:24 - Melbourne out of sorts

36:27 - Munster heroics

40:41 - How do Sharks win the game?

45:10 - Broncos vs Panthers

48:21 - Using Mam

51:22 - Walsh playing with confidence

53:41 - Clinical Panthers

55:25 - Reynolds importance

58:10 - How to stop Penrith momentum

01:02:00 - How it will play out

01:04:18 - GF predictions

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Kenty & Woz discuss the sublime form of Reece Walsh & the question marks for the Broncos attack against the Panthers. Is Ivan Cleary the best coach ever & the Sharks new found belief. Plus Ask Kenty. 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

02:54 - Cronulla to bash Hughes

12:57 - Ivan best coach ever?

20:03 - Tino to play for Australia

22:33 - Ask Kenty

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Today, Kenty look deeper into Brandon Smith not guilty plea and Kenty shares some impassioned thoughts on the two men involved in the latest drama. Plus, Broncos are BUSTED! How will they come back from these latest injuries? All that and more! Enjoy.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:08 - Finals draw

00:16 - Smith in court

06:36 - Radley's future in doubt

10:22 - Jahrome Hughes back?

16:19 - Titans Facebook Marketplace sales

17:30 - Pointsbet Match Previews

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It’s Kenty ‘Prime Time Finals’ and this week the Couchman twins join the panel for a hard-hitting, no-nonsense look at finals footy! 🏉🔥

The boys break down the Raiders vs Sharks clash and the massive Dogs vs Panthers showdown — giving you the players’ perspective on what each team must do to get the win. From game-changing matchups to hidden weaknesses, this is your in-depth guide to the weekend’s biggest finals battles.

Raw, real, and straight from the players themselves — don’t miss this inside look at finals footy like you’ve never seen before!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:40 - Injuries & dark days

02:05 - Sport runs in the family

04:45 - Dragons in 2025

06:20 - Influence of Shane Flanagan

07:58 - How Shane changed defense

12:23 - Flanagan selection jigsaw

15:28 - Coming into first grade too early

19:00 - Losing can become culture

21:00 - Raiders vs Broncos review

24:50 - Extra 15 mins for Raiders

25:59 - Sharks finding intensity

28:10 - Raiders right edge issues

35:19 - Addin Fonua-Blake threat

36:35 - Blayke Brailey threat

37:49 - Learning from Joseph Tapine

41:35 - Raiders/Sharks predictions

42:25 - Bulldogs changes

46:10 - Penrith class

52:20 - Mitch Kenny shock

53:22 - Bulldogs/Panthers game plan

59:47 - Off-season rehab

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Today, Kenty and Woz discuss the minefield that is the Brandon Smith charges. Victor Radley finds himself front and centre of the furore. Is this fair? Should he lose his job? Plus, some fresh Ask Kenty's for your listening pleasure Drop your comments on all things Radley, Smith & #AskKenty

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:20 - Radley front and centre

10:58 - Should players be role models?

18:39 - Pointsbet multi

21:51 - Ask Kenty

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Kenty & Woz discuss the blockbuster Raiders v Broncos game & the fallout for Reece Walsh. Plus what next for the winners & losers from week 1 of Finals.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:25 - Finals draw

04:25 - Sexton shines

11:11 - Klein blows it

12:51 - Walsh headbutt

17:11 - Walsh dominates

21:35 - Pat suspended

24:55 - Bunker - evil or good?

27:19 - Holbrook appointed HC at Knights

29:25 - Wayne Beavis

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Kenty & Woz discuss this weekend's battle of the coaches & their apprentices. Plus is Sexton a smokey to start at halfback this weekend, are the Sharks cursed & Ask Kenty

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:46 - Finals draw

01:08 - Coaching battles

11:27 - Reed hooked

12:42 - Sexton tactics

14:44 - Match Previews

27:14 - Ask Kenty

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Kenty Primetime is back with a fresh twist! This week, Kenty welcomes Rabbitohs stars Ash and Jacob into the studio. They break down where it all went wrong for the Bunnies this season and don’t hold back on their views of the Final 8.

🏉 Who makes the run? Who falls short? And most importantly—who wins it all, and why?

Don’t miss the raw insights, bold calls, and footy passion you won’t find anywhere else.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

02:00 - Wayne at the Rabbitohs

04:02 - Injuries at Rabbitohs

06:40 - Where did it start to go wrong?

08:40 - Injured leaders still engaged

09:25 - Tips from Cody Walker

12:41 - STORM vs DOGS PREVIEW

22:53 - Breaking Storm down

25:40 - Missing Nelson

27:30 - Galvin fitting in

30:37 - Massive changes mid season

33:56 - WARRIORS vs PANTHERS PREVIEW

34:09 - Losing Metcalf

38:47 - Big Fisher-Harris bash up

42:52 - The Penrith wrestle

46:30 - Impact of Cleary on young halves

51:36 - CRONULLA vs ROOSTERS PREVIEW

56:05 - Sam Walker genius

58:21 - Head coach battles

01:01:51 - RAIDERS vs BRONCOS PREVIEW

01:02:59 - Power of Canberra pack

01:09:40 - Broncos find form late

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Is Latrell done?! Plus, Reed Mahoney is unhappy. Is this Gus' tinkering issue raising its ugly head again? Plus, Taylan renegotiates to leave at the same time as his brother!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:26 - Reed's unhappy

04:20 - Gus' tinkering

09:01 - Galvin Blowback

15:40 - Taylan renegotiates

18:00 - Teddy Swims

21:16 - Bottom 4 teams

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This week on Kenty Prime Time, Kenty and Johnny sit down with rugby league giant Paul Sironen for an unmissable chat.

The boys dive deep into the famous 1989 Grand Final, discuss the real issues facing junior rugby league today—coaches, players, and parents—and Sirro even reveals what it was like to swap codes and play American football. Plus, hear the story behind his GREATEST passion… the Balmain Tigers.

With plenty of laughs, honesty, and great stories, this episode has it all.

Paul Sironen’s accolades include:

•246 games for the Balmain Tigers

•14 games for NSW in State of Origin

•21 Tests for the Australian Kangaroos

•Member of the Balmain Team of the Century

•Inducted into the NSWRL Hall of Fame

Don’t miss this fun, fiery, and fascinating episode with one of rugby league’s all-time greats!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:19 - Mick Neil's sickness

03:11 - Balmain fairytale

06:18 - Paying Hawaii American Football

10:17 - Debuting for Balmain

14:13 - Warren Ryan blueprint

20:35 - 2025 Raiders and 1989 Tigers similarities

23:23 - '89 Grand Final

31:55 - The nickname 'Kaboobie'

32:37 - Playing in the south of France

38:38 - RISE initiative

42:54 - Issues with junior coaches and parents

45:34 - Origin journey

54:24 - Benefits of lifelong clubs

59:26 - Rapid fire questions

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Kenty & Woz discuss the last round of the regular season & how the games set up the Finals. Plus shock switch for Cody Walker & DCE blows up.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:55 - Brisbane vs Melbourne

10:22 - Sea Eagles vs Warriors

15:50 - Roosters vs Rabbitohs

19:58 - Dragons vs Panthers

21:27 - Titans vs Tigers

25:39 - Bulldogs vs Sharks

27:55 - Dolphins vs Raiders

29:00 - Eels vs Knights

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Kenty & Woz discuss the latest off field drama at the Broncos with Shibasaki dropped for turning up to training drunk. Plus rest-gate is back on the table with the Raiders resting 10 players & will the Storm bounce back from their drubbing?

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:56 - Shibasaki dropped

09:58 - Strom bounce back

12:07 - Ricky rests players

13:19 - Titans sackings

17:14 - Melbourne and Brisbane leg up

18:36 - Ask Kenty

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This week on Kenty Prime Time with Kenty and Johnny, the boys sit down with one of the toughest and most fearless athletes Australia has produced – Garth Wood. From the footy field to the boxing ring, Garth’s story is raw, honest, and real.

A former NRL player with stints at South Sydney Rabbitohs and Balmain Tigers, Garth later shocked the sporting world when he switched codes to boxing – and didn’t just compete, he conquered. His biggest claim to fame? Defeating Anthony Mundine in a knockout upset, cementing his place in Australian sporting history.

Garth opens up about the highs, the struggles, and the unfiltered truth of life as a professional athlete in two brutal sports. No topic is off-limits – this is Garth Wood like you’ve never heard him before.

Packed with intensity, laughs, and real talk – you won’t want to miss this episode!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:12 - Claim to fame

06:38 - Going into The Contender house

11:06 - Life inside the house

12:49 - Fights in the house

18:01 - Kariz Kariuki fight

19:50 - Struggling with withdrawals

21:41 - Prepping for Mundine

27:07 - Growing up tough

30:57 - Debuting in the NRL at 17

33:51 - End of career and marriage

36:52 - Ambassador for R U OK?

39:14 - Kenty's Johnny Lewis yarn

42:38 - The actual Mundine fight

49:57 - The moment Garth won

53:13 - Acting

57:11 - Life now

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Kenty & Woz discuss Andrew Johns’ commentary around the Knights & whether they are ready for the change needed to be a force again. Plus Tino asks some deeper questions of the Titans. Is this Tino opening the door to departing the Gold Coast?

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:12 - Do Knights have a plan?

23:49 - Match Previews

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Kenty & Woz discuss the news that Newcastle’s Adam O’Brien will be shown the door. Kenty discusses the need for a complete overhaul at the Knights & how it has gone so bad. Plus Ask Kenty.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:10 - O'Brien gone

06:09 - Knights struggling

08:46 - Clever move by Titans

22:01 - Panthers rested

20:17 - Player drains

23:12 - Ask Kenty

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Kenty & Woz discuss Brandon Smith charged with drug & betting offences by QLD police. Plus Des Hasler sacked by the Titans in a complete restructure of the football department.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:06 - Smith charged

03:30 - Hasler sacked

08:58 - Coaching graveyard at Titans

16:55 - Raiders vs Panthers

19:27 - Penrith in 7th

22:06 - Ciraldo spray worked

29:47 - Roosters butcher it

31:58 - Cash for Leichhardt

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This week, the boys are joined by former rugby league star Nathan Wood – a tough, versatile player who made his mark at South Sydney, Sydney Roosters, Warriors, and Cronulla, before finishing his career with Wigan in the UK Super League. A premiership winner with the Roosters in 2002 and known for his fearless style, Wood brings a wealth of footy tales and off-field adventures.

From classic dressing room yarns to wild stories that only Woody can tell, this episode has Kenty and Johnny in stitches the entire time. Packed with laughs, banter, and unforgettable moments, it’s one you won’t want to miss!

🔥 Subscribe now and catch all the laughs, stories, and footy insights every week on Kenty Prime Time!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:24 - Johnny and Nat's friendship

01:59 - Nat going blind

05:55 - Tigers and WILD days

10:22 - Gus warning Nat off Johnny

15:17 - Breaking into people's houses

21:08 - Importance of the scallywag

27:15 - Playing in England

34:14 - Connected to Sydney underground

44:01 - Boxing

51:24 - Kerry Packer yarns

01:02:49 - Rapid fire questions

01:04:57 - The night Tricky got in a blue

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Kenty & Woz discuss if the Dogs are flat due to a Ciraldo training block, who wins & why in Penrith v Canberra & Kenty’s weekend preview.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

01:49 - Alex Johnston's record

02:03 - Cody Walker benched

04:52 - 28 players out in Round 25

08:11 - Bennett wants Fafita

12:00 - Ciraldo's sackings

18:43 - Coates re-signs

21:36 - Match Previews

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Kenty & Woz discuss the influence of player managers at Manly & how it is affecting the Club on the eve of DCE’s 350th game. Plus the diving debate, trouble in Perth & Ask Kenty.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:21 - The diving crisis

07:46 - Trouble at Manly

18:53 - Iszac on the move

23:22 - Ask Kenty

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Kenty & Woz discuss how they think the top 4 & 8 will look, plus what next for Andrew Abdo with news leaking that he has been looking at new jobs outside the NRL.

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Kenty and Johnny sit down with NRL and media legend James Graham – 2008 Super League Champion, 2014 Dally M Prop of the Year, 50-Test veteran for England and Great Britain, and NRL Grand Finalist – to dive into the build-up to finals footy, who’s got the edge to take home the premiership, and the raw truth about James’ struggles walking away from the game. Plus – are legal cases tearing rugby league apart? No topic is off limits in this fiery, funny, and brutally honest episode.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

02:12 - Finals teams fine tuning

07:12 - Shark non existent 'identity'

10:35 - Situational training for finals

15:00 - Who will in the premiership?

19:36 - Ricky & the Raiders

25:31 - James' struggles leaving the game

36:41 - Honest feedback is lost

41:50 - Jimmy's never quit attitude on and off field

47:17 - Legal cases destroying game?

54:37 - Rapid fire questions

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Kenty & Woz discuss Payne Haas choosing Samoa over the Kangaroos plus the weekends previews & how the waterboy debate coincides with ramadan. 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:08 - Payne pledges allegiance to Samoa

06:25 - Bellamy & Cleary

15:50 - The Ramadan argument

18:13 - Match Previews

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Kenty & Woz discuss the romantic story of the NRL season. Is it the Dogs, Raiders or Panthers? Plus they discuss the points Alex McKinnon raised to return the NRL to a running game rather than a kick-a-thon. They finish with Ask Kenty!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:09 - Best NRL storyline ever?

09:00 - Pointsbet Premiership Odds

11:24 - Alex McKinnon's suggested changes

24:29 - Ask Kenty

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Kenty and Johnny are joined by Bulldogs flyer Connor Tracey for an unmissable chat. From the bizarre injury that had fans scratching their heads to bold predictions about the Dogs’ premiership chances in 2025, nothing is off limits.

Tracey opens up about Stephen Crichton’s massive influence, what it’s like playing under the spotlight, and the electric energy of the Bulldogs fans that fuels the team.

💥 Insightful, honest, and full of fire – this episode is a must-watch for any footy fan. Don’t miss it! 🐶🏆🔥

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:20 - Connor's bizarre injury

03:15 - The Bulldogs revolution

06:20 - Early days for Connor at the Dogs

09:20 - Ciraldo as a coach

10:40 - What does success do to the culture at the club?

13:50 - The Dogs secret sauce

17:38 - Weekly schedule for the Dogs

27:00 - Where the love of footy came from

31:28 - Dark days & motivation to keep going

36:02 - Moving to Canterbury & the differences

41:50 - Bulldogs & wet weather footy

46:50 - Finals mindset for Dogs

48:50 - 'Focus point' for Top 4 teams

56:56 - Rapid fire questions

#KentyPrimeTime #NRL #Bulldogs #ConnorTracey #StephenCrichton #NRL2025

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Kenty & Woz discuss the Broncos Premiership credentials in the blockbuster Melbourne game. Plus the genius of Bellamy & his player manoeuvres. Kenty’s tips for the week.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:30 - Storm Warning

17:43 - Bellamy gives blessings to Munster

20:20 - Match Preview

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Kenty & Woz discuss Brent Naden’s breach, the drama around the Kafusi tackle & Kenty picks up the phone to PVL to see if the NRL has any plans to emulate today's NFL & ESPN equity deal. Plus a new $5M per team as part of the new broadcast deal.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:13 - Naden breach notice

01:26 - Wooden Spoon battle

05:53 - Kaufusi tackle

10:16 - NFL & ESPN deal

15:56 - PVL broadcast deal

17:11 - R360

18:28 - Ask Kenty

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