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The Wests Tigers have continued their latest run of losses to seven with another disappointing showing, this time against the Knights.
Playing in front of the Newcastle home crowd, the Tigers again conceded more than 28 points (that is now seven straight weeks), going down 34-18.
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Eddie Otto for a look at the performance.
There's also a big array of 'One Word' submissions courtesy of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum.
And, although we hate to be having the conversation, Joel and Eddie address the rising concerns around the coaching of Benji Marshall.
Can the rookie coach turn this around? Or is it inevitable that a more experienced coach has to come in if we have any chance of getting back to at least respectability?
It's a tough chat around the future of a club legend, don't forget you can add your opinion on the Forum at any time.
We know it's a tough time to be a Wests Tigers fan, we're all feeling it too. Hopefully, things improve soon for all of our sakes!
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As Garry Watson pulls some double time, he is joined by Nick Hayes for the Midweek Episode of the Wests Tigers Podcast where the boys discuss the latest news from the Wests Tigers and the upcoming game against the Knights.
In the latest Wests Tigers news it was mentioned on the BTR Pod this afternoon that Tim Johannssen has resigned with the club for a further 2 years so the guys give their thoughts on this signing.
As Season 2024 winds down the team turn their eye towards season 25 and Nick takes the seat of Shane Richardson and discusses which of the off contract players he would re-sign, which contracted players he would be looking to move on and who would he target for season 2025.
Discussion then turns to this Sunday's game against the Knights in Newcastle, who are the players Knights players to be wary of and how can the Wests Tigers get a 5th victory for season 24?
The Pod as always closes with Yioti's quiz, can Nick manage to get a win or will he struggle despite their being no opponent?
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In this episode of the Wests Tigers Podcast NRLW Edition, Garry and Kelly recap where it all went wrong in the tough loss against the Titans in Round 2.
Despite the disappointment, they chat about the positives of the game, including Losana’s potential 2024 Try of the Year contender and the usual 3 - 2 - 1 rankings.
In the lead-up to the Round 3 game against the Roosters in Gosford, they chat about the players they are most worried about in the Roosters' lineup and what Noddy and the girls need to do to be prepared.
The chat finishes without Kelly giving a score prediction, but Garry and Kelly discuss how they think the game will pan out this Saturday at 11 am, including a bold call from Kelly about try scorers.
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The Wests Tigers failed to come up with the victory against the Cowboys last round at Leichhardt Oval.
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Eddie Otto, Nick Hayes, and Garry Watson to take a quick look back at that performance.
Beyond that, on a milestone edition of the podcast, the boys play a huge round of Buy, Sell, or Hold with a host of different Wests Tigers-related topics in play.
These include, why has our defense gotten worse as the season progressed?
Should we buy Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Shaun Lane from the Eels?
And, will we beat a five-game losing streak against the Knights this weekend?
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Garry and Kelly are back with another episode of the Wests Tigers Podcast NRLW Edition, this is Episode 12.
The discussion starts with a review of last weekend's loss to the Canberra Raiders, including the team's one words and Player of the Match submissions.
There is talk surrounding this weekend's Women in League Round, including Kelly's impending Super Stardom as part of the Wests Tigers promo.
The conversation then shifts to preview this Saturday's clash against the Gold Coast Titans, including Kelly's fearless prediction.
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There has been a switch in normal transmission this week with Joel Helmes taking on the hosting role for the Mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. He is joined by Nick and Garry to discuss all the Latest News out of Concord and isn't there a lot of news and rumours this week?
The show starts with a quick discussion surrounding last Friday's game against the Warriors in New Zealand, Garry and Joel give their one words for the game. There is a discussion around the Wests Tigers lack of physicality and the effect that has had on the team for the last few years.
The boys take on all the latest rumours and news surrounding the club including Stefano leaving the club and the tantalising rumour about Brian To'o looking for the exit door at Penrith. Could Luai convince him to make the move to the Wests Tigers for season 2025 and what difference would he make to the side?
Discussion then turns to Shane Richardson's appearance on Behind the Roar and his comments around signing players, roster turnover, needs for season 2025 and the Stadium policy.
The team gives their predictions for tomorrow's game against the Cowboys at Leichhardt Oval.
As always, the episode ends with Yioti's quiz, who will come out on top this week?
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The Wests Tigers Podcast is back with a slightly delayed post-loss edition!
It was last Friday night when the Wests Tigers last played, another loss was recorded, this time against the Warriors in New Zealand.
On the podcast this time around Eddie Otto is joined by Steve Stretton and Nick Hayes and that Warriors game is put under the spotlight.
Eddie also shares all the 'One Word' submissions from members of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum.
And Eddie asks, why do the Wests Tigers seem to have a lot of players that don't bring a strong physical presence?
There's also discussion around the news that dropped yesterday that Stefano Utoikamanu will leave the Wests Tigers at the end of this season.
The boys discuss the situatuion, including whether Benji Marshall should exclude Stefano from the NRL side for the last games of the season.
The news also means that the Wests Tigers have an even more hefty bag of cash to spend on players from 2025 on. So, who do we buy?
Keep your chin up Wests Tigers fans, it may be another tough time but there's always hope that things are about to turn!
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The turnover of hosts matches the turnover of Wests Tigers Players on this week's mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. Eddie is joined by Garry and special guest host Jordan to discuss the latest news from the Wests Tigers.
There is no shortage of news this week with the boys taking on the rumours surrounding Stefano Utoikamanu's ongoing contract negotiations, the will he won't he negotiations surely must end soon and the team give their thoughts on the situation.
John Bateman is also rumoured to be leaving the club for the remainder of the season, only to return for the start of next season so this provides plenty of discussion points to digest.
The Wests Tigers take on the Warriors in New Zealand on Friday night so there is a preview of this important game if the Tigers are to avoid the Wooden Spoon for a 3rd straight year.
Yioti's quiz closes out the show as the boys attempt to pass the trivia test.
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Welcome to another NRLW season, Garry is once again joined by Kelly as they talk all the latest news around the Wests Tigers NRLW team.
This is the first episode for season 2024 so the team take a look at the offseason changes and introduce the new recruits, they discuss the NRLW trial against Brisbane, who they are excited about in this second season for the club and close out the show with a preview of this Sunday's game against the Canberra Raiders.
Jump on board as the Wests Tigers Podcast gears up for NRLW season 2024!
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Another loss for the Wests Tigers on the weekend, but is this side slowly starting to turn the corner?
Yes, we conceded 42 points and made some pretty big and costly blunders, but the Wests Tigers' young guns showed what they are made of with some silky tries.
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Garry Watson and Nick Hayes for a full review of the 42-28 loss to the Bunnies in Gosford.
Aside from a healthy array of very diverse 'One Word' submissions from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum, some of the main talking points included:
The impressive performance of Tallyn Da Silva Do we stick with Luke Laulilii in the NRL side, or give him some NSW Cup time? The continued struggle of some of the team's experienced players The use of the bench this year, and this game Are the Wests Tigers on the up?We mention some of the crazy clickbait Wests Tigers stories doing the rounds.
And, out of left field, Joel brings up a possible external recruitment option for season 2025.
Unfortunately, it's not a post-victory edition (they are the best kind), but we still hope you enjoy listening to the latest installment of the Wests Tigers Podcast.
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Today the Wests Tigers travelled to Gosford to take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs and the Ambush also made the trek north for an Ambush Event at the Settlers Tavern where they were joined by Wests Tigers Assistant Coach Chris Heighington.
Chris sat down with the Ambush and Wests Tigers Podcast member Garry for a quick interview before he headed over to the stadium for the game. Chris spoke about his early years in Rugby League, his career at the Wests Tigers including the 2005 Premiership and his current Assistant Coaching role with the club.
Join the Ambush and Wests Tigers Podcast while we sit down and chat with Chris Heighington!
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Welcome to the delayed midweek edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie is joined by Garry and 3rd time guest host Nick "Pita Godinet" Hayes.
Nick and Garry get their chance to review the disappointing performance of against the Cronulla Sharks and are critical of the performance and effort shown by the Wests Tigers senior players.
News broke just before the guys recorded regarding Robbie Farah's future at the Wests Tigers, the team gives their thoughts about the coming changes to the coaching staff.
The boys go deep in another game of Buy, Hold and Sell, topics focus around the recent 3rd State of Origin game and Wests Tigers former coach leading NSW to victory.
There is the preview of this weekend's game against the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Gosford, including information for the pre-game Ambush event at the Settlers Tavern with guest Chris Heighington.
Finally, Yioti's quiz closes out the show and Nick gets his first opportunity to test his Wests Tigers trivia.
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Hey, Hey it's Saturday! The post-match edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is coming to you early this week with a rare Saturday night show.
Joel Helmes and Steve Stretton have mustered the energy to spend 50-odd minutes talking about one of the most disappointing nights in Wests Tigers history - last night at Shark Park (Caltex Field? What is it called this week?).
On the agenda - the big list of one-word submissions from members of the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum (thanks everyone).
There's a one-word submission from a celebrity Wests Tigers fan and also from a current Wests Tigers player!
The boys talk about what the poor performance means for the team.
Where the showing places the club in our rebuild, and what it means for Benji Marshall as an NRL coach.
There's also a round of Buy, Sell, or Hold as well.
It's a tough go being a Wests Tigers fan at the moment...or just this decade if you want to be more accurate...but we hope you enjoy this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast.
And don't forget to get along to the Ambush event next Saturday in Gosford (all the details can be found here).
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Once again it is time for the Midweek Pod, this week Eddie is joined by Declan and Garry as they discuss all the latest from the Wests Tigers.
The boys give their thoughts on last weekend's loss to the Melbourne Storm, this is followed by a game of Buy, Sell and Hold. Topics include Stefano's contract situation and should Luke Laulilii be the starting winger for season 2025.
As Declan was the only one that completed his homework, the boys discuss his preferred lineup for season 2025, where do we need changes and can Garry and Declan agree on our future lineup?
Eddie then throws in his second game for the night with his new game Start, Sit or Sell. Let us know your thoughts on this new game, is it a keeper or should we bin it?
Finally, Yioti digs up all his obscure facts for this week's edition of the quiz.
Thank you for listening this week's midweek edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast
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The Wests Tigers again fell short on the weekend with a 40 points to 28 loss to the Storm at Leichhardt Oval.
But while everyone agrees that it was a game that the Tigers maybe should have, or at least could have won, the performance has left many of us scratching our heads.
On the one hand, another 40 points were conceded in a performance that included some frustrating errors, a sin bin, and defensive lapses.
Conversely, the guys just scored 28 points against the NRL ladder leaders.
So, where exactly are the Wests Tigers at the moment? Are we finally starting to turn the corner and become a consistently competitive side? Or, is this just a team that met a side that was happy to keep their noses in front and get the two points?
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto and Steve Stretton try to answer those questions.
There's a look at some of the individual performances from the Tigers, and the many 'One Word' responses from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum after the game.
Sprinkle in a little contract talk and details on an upcoming Ambush fan event with a difference, and you have another big WTP!
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It is time for another Mid-Week Edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, tonight Eddie is joined by Steve and Garry to discuss all the latest news around the Wests Tigers.
Garry and Steve missed the Monday night show, so we start by getting the boys opinion of the loss to the Roosters. Buy, Swap and Sell returns again this week and Eddie introduces a new game Start, Sit and Sell.
The team then takes an in-depth look at Saturday's upcoming match against the Storm at Leichhardt Oval, will any of the boys have the guts to tip the Wests Tigers to win their for match at the 8th Wonder for season 2024.
Finally, Yioti's quiz closes out the show with a question submitted from the Mayor of the Inner West.
Thank you for once again joining us for this episode of the Wests Tigers Podcast.
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Well, it was good while it lasted, but welcome back to the reality that is rugby league this decade for Wests Tigers fans.
The side succumbed to the high-flying Roosters 40-6 at Allianz Stadium on Sunday night. It was a bleak night all around.
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, we start with the very many 'One Word' submissions that have come in from the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum.
Joel Helmes, Eddie Otto, and Declan McCutcheon then take a look at what went wrong and why we just couldn't match it with one of the Premiership heavyweights.
There's a healthy discussion around the use of the Sin Bin by the referees, and ask whether Benji Marshall needs to step up his criticism of the way our games are officiated.
There's also a discussion on the performance of Stefano Utoikamanu with the question being posed - is he an elite prop?
And the boys also discuss the new Wests Tigers home game plan announced today.
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What is a mid-week Pod without Eddie Otto? Tonight, we find out the answer to that question as Garry takes over the host seat and is joined by Podcast regular Steve and guest contributors Nick and Jordan.
The boys start by looking back at the victory against the Canberra Raiders and we get the teams one-word submissions plus a game of The Good, The Bad and the Ugly.
Discussion then shifts to the contract negotiations with Stefano Utoikamanu, will he be at the Tigers in 2025 and who would the guys see as a replacement should he leave?
There is an in-depth preview of this Sunday's game against the Roosters, who are the dangers from the Roosters side and how do we get the win against one of the more stacked squads in the NRL.
Steve that takes control and runs the panel through Yioti's quiz, can the new guys challenge Garry's supremacy in the weekly test of Wests Tigers Trivia.
Sit back, grab a Vodka and Red Bull and enjoy the latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast.
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What's this? Two post-victory editions of the Wests Tigers Podcast on successive weekends!
The Wests Tigers shrugged off a miserable recent record at Campbelltown Stadium yesterday with an energetic performance to put the Raiders out of commission.
Winning 48-24, the Wests Tigers have now won as many games in 2024 as they did in the entire 2022 and 2023 seasons.
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, a late shuffle sees Eddie Otto step into the host's chair and is joined by Garry Watson and Declan McCutcheon.
The boys discuss the big win, including some of the head-turning individual performances from guys like Adam Doueihi and Alex Seyfarth.
There's also plenty of attention paid to the enthusiasm being brought to the team in recent times by Wests Tigers youngsters such as Lachlan Galvin and Luke Laulilii.
Campbelltown gets discussed too with the die-hard Wests Tigers fans getting behind the side yesterday.
And where to from now? Are these two wins over the Titans and Raiders the start of a much better end to the season and that means handing the spoon over to someone else (hopefully Parra!)?
We hope you enjoy this big post-win edition of the pod!
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Once again it is time for the Mid Week Pod, tonight Eddie is joined by Steve and Garry as they discuss all the latest news at the Wests Tigers.
The news surrounding the Adam Adam Doueihi extension and his return from injury opens the show. Do the boys think this was a good signing and where would they play him for the rest of the season and into 2025. We also hear from our listeners thoughts on the topic.
After a couple of weeks absence show favourite Buy, Swap and Sell returns, Eddie again puts the guys through the ringer with his difficult and controversial discussion points. The rumours around our proposed Stadium Strategy are discussed, who are the winners and losers.
The boys then preview this Sunday's game against the Canberra Raiders at Campbelltown and the Ambush event at the Beer Shed before the game.
Yioti's quiz is back this week with Steve stepping into the Host chair to put the guys to the test.
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