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Toaster in the bath, followed by a schooner of stout

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Roy and HG - Bludging on the Blindside
Published
Apr 25, 2026
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5668
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Summary

Roy and HG critique the current state of rugby league, focusing on the perceived decline of club culture and the complexities of State of Origin eligibility. The duo uses sharp satire to examine leadership crises at the Bulldogs and the impact of veteran players on the game's integrity.

Topics

  • Rugby League
  • State of Origin
  • NRL
  • Gus Gould
  • Canterbury Bulldogs
  • Australian Sport
  • ABC Radio

Highlights

  • Main idea: The erosion of club identity at the Bulldogs under current leadership
  • Failure mode: The loss of 'joy' and fundamental rugby league values in the modern professional era
  • Practical takeaway: The utility of the Dunlop Volley as a versatile tool for both roofing and manual labor
  • Main idea: The controversial '14-year rule' regarding player eligibility for State of Origin
  • Critical view: The conflict of interest when club administrators act as prominent media commentators

Chapters

  1. 1:00 The Sumpster at the ABC: Introduction to the week's mayhem and the state of the rugby league landscape.
  2. 8:20 Super League and Global Ambitions: A look at the shifting standards of competition and the pursuit of international dominance.
  3. 15:10 Cricket and Infrastructure: Discussion on government spending and the potential sale of the Big Bash League.
  4. 22:40 The Quest for Nick Faldo: A humorous attempt to bring golf legend Nick Faldo onto the program.
  5. 29:40 Matchday Previews: A look ahead at the upcoming Warriors, Dolphins, and Dragons fixtures.
  6. 36:40 The Conductor of the Game: Reflecting on the role of the referee and the legacy of Bill Harrigan.
  7. 43:40 The Bulldogs Crisis: A scathing critique of Gus Gould's impact on the Canterbury Bulldogs' stability and culture.