# Rooting King vs Alex Johnston in a race

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Podcast: [Roy and HG - Bludging on the Blindside](https://stenobird.com/podcast/roy-and-hg-bludging-on-the-blindside-663861)
Published: 2026-03-21T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/bludging-on-the-blindside/bludging-on-the-blindside/106482194
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Duration seconds: 5611

## Resource

Roy and HG dissect the internal politics of the Brisbane Broncos and the fallout between Gorden Tallis and club leadership. The duo also critiques refereeing consistency and the state of stadium maintenance.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The deep-seated tension between Gorden Tallis and the Broncos coaching hierarchy stems from perceived undermining of leadership
- Failure mode: Inconsistent refereeing decisions, specifically regarding 'six again' calls, create confusion and frustration for players and fans
- Practical takeaway: Turning personal or professional weaknesses into strengths is a vital survival tactic in high-pressure sporting environments
- Main idea: Poor stadium maintenance and venue availability threaten the long-term engagement of the rugby league community
- Failure mode: The lack of transparency in club transitions can lead to lasting animosity among legendary players

## Topics

NRL, Brisbane Broncos, Gorden Tallis, Wayne Bennett, Rugby League, Sports Refereeing, Golden Slipper, ABC Sport

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Sumpster Opening: Introduction to the weekly lineup and the state of the ABC radio broadcast.
- 7:50 — NRL Finals and International Outlook: A look at the potential for a ten-team finals competition and the upcoming Origin season.
- 22:40 — Venue Uncertainty: Discussion regarding the search for suitable venues and the impact of availability on fans.
- 36:50 — The Plumbing Fix: A satirical look at managing leaks and maintenance issues in professional sporting infrastructure.
- 57:50 — The Golden Slipper Promotion: Speculation on the promotional value of racing legends like Alex Johnston against thoroughbreds.
- 1:12:10 — Wayne Bennett and the Broncos: Analyzing the future of Wayne Bennett and the internal friction involving Gorden Tallis.
- 1:26:20 — The Rugby League Lotto: Closing thoughts and the weekly numbers for the Bludging Lotto.

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