Episodes

  • NRLW Kicks Off! Welcome Back Warriors, Hello Dogs!
    Jul 2 2025

    A new chapter for the NRLW begins this week! Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims preview the historic 2025 season with 12 teams, including the returning Warriors and debutant Bulldogs.

    Marlee & Ru dissect the biggest player movements, from Tamika Upton's headline-making switch to hidden gems.

    They tackle listener questions on expansion's impact, plus reveal their fearless predictions for who will lift the trophy, claim the Dally M, and shine as the next generation of stars.

    It’s all thanks to Harvey Norman.

    00:00 - Welcome

    03:00 - The Bulldogs and Warriors join the comp

    • Signings
    • Fan base
    • Potential rugby players

    13:00 - Off season signings and transfers

    • Tamika Upton headlines biggest moves

    19:00 - Listener questions

    • Does expansion dilute or make standards higher?
    • Does the new finals format add excitement or fatigue?

    27:00 - 2025 Predictions

    • Premiers: Roosters
    • Smokey: Warriors
    • Dally M: Olivia Kernick
    • Rookie of the year: Tess McWilliams, Georgia Thomas, Martha Mataele
    • Captain of the year: Api Nichols, Yasmine Clysdale

    33:30 - Round 1 tips

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    39 mins
  • Billy Slater on QLD's Bold Game 3 Selections
    Jun 30 2025

    Billy Slater discusses his highly anticipated team selections for the Game 3 Origin decider.

    Get Billy's take on the return of legend Josh Papalii, the debut of Gehamat Shibasaki, the shift of Valentine Holmes to the wing, and Reece Walsh's role.

    Billy lays out the challenge ahead and how these key changes will shape Queensland's charge for the series.

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    19 mins
  • Billy on Origin II: "We Changed Our Discipline" & The Path to Game 3
    Jun 22 2025

    Maroons coach Billy Slater breaks down Queensland's crucial Game 2 victory, revealing how "we changed our discipline" to level the series. Billy also shares his insights on the NRL's tight competition, praises Penrith's young guns, comments on the "hole" the Titans find themselves in, and marvels at the Storm's unique balance. Plus, hear Billy's thoughts on Canberra's young spine, the "Billy Ms," listener questions, Ampol Power Surge picks, and a look ahead to Round 17.

    The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Peter Psaltis thanks to TAB - For the best time in sport, TAB has the best app in sport. TAB, We’re On.

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    39 mins
  • Cam Smith Steps In: Origin II Preview & Munster’s Moment
    Jun 15 2025

    With Billy off coaching duties, Cameron Smith takes the reins on this week’s Billy Slater Podcast, just days out from a must-win Origin Game II in Perth.

    Cam gives his honest take on where Queensland went wrong in Game I, what needs to change, and why new skipper Cam Munster is built for this moment.

    Plus, insights on key team changes including Trent Loiero and Pat Carrigan, and a look at the surprise packets of the NRL season so far.

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    11 mins
  • The Hardest Call: Inside Maroons Camp with Billy Slater
    Jun 9 2025

    Recorded inside Camp Maroon at Twin Waters on the Sunshine Coast, Billy Slater sits down with Peter Psaltis to unpack one of the toughest decisions of his coaching career - telling Daly Cherry-Evans he wouldn’t be picked for Game II.

    Billy reflects on DCE’s incredible legacy, why Tom Dearden has earned his shot in the number 7 jersey, and how the squad is rebuilding after a disappointing Game I.

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    18 mins
  • Billy on Game 2: “Change is important”
    Jun 2 2025

    Billy addresses and reflects on Game 1 of State of Origin and the changes needed to be made for Game 2.

    Billy and Psalty discuss the highlights of NRL Round 13, focusing on the impressive performances of teams like the Warriors and Raiders. They delve into the camaraderie within the Raiders, and analyze the struggles of the Brisbane Broncos.

    Plus, Billy gives his thoughts on the Lachlan Galvin situation and where he believes the Bulldogs will play him next Monday.

    The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Peter Psaltis thanks to TAB - For the best time in sport, TAB has the best app in sport. TAB, We’re On.

    Send through your questions to Billy billyslaterpodcast@nine.com.au

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:00 - Panthers Eels

    04:00 - Warriors Rabbitohs

    06:00 - Roosters Raiders

    08:45 - Josh Papali’i

    11:15 - Corey Horsburgh

    12:00 - State of Origin

    21:00 - Broncos

    25:00 - Storm Titans

    27:30 - Cowboys Tigers

    29:30 - Dragons Knights

    31:15 - Billy M Awards

    35:30 - Listener Questions

    38:00 - Round 14 preview

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    42 mins
  • Stories of Origin Magic Moments: Ben Hunt - Go Dozer!
    May 25 2025

    Lang Park. Suncorp Stadium. Call it what you like - it’s hallowed ground. The kind of place where Queensland legends are made. Where the spirit of Origin greats like Beetson, Jackson, and Tosser Turner lingers in the air.

    In this episode of Stories of Origin: Magic Moments, we rewind to Game 3, 2022 - a decider for the ages. With just under two minutes on the clock and the series on the line, New South Wales launch one last desperate raid… until Ben Hunt steps in.

    He’s not flashy. But he’s pure heart. And in that moment - with the GOAT Cam Smith watching on - the Dozer delivers.

    Queensland erupt. Suncorp explodes. The Maroons reclaim the shield.

    This is the story of Ben Hunt’s heroic Origin moment - and one of the greatest decider finishes we’ve ever seen.

    Go Dozer!

    Featuring Ben Hunt, Billy Slater and Johnathan Thurston.

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    20 mins
  • Inside Maroons Camp: Slater’s Young Guns Ready for Origin I
    May 19 2025

    In this special episode of The Billy Slater Podcast, we’re coming to you from inside Maroons camp at Suncorp Stadium, where youth is the word and resilience is the theme.

    With injuries rattling the Queensland side, Billy opens up about the tough calls, the fresh faces stepping up, and why he’s backing the next generation to rise in Game I.

    Hear first hand insights on Taulagi’s withdrawal, Carrigan’s recovery, and what makes rookies like J’Maine Hopgood and Selwyn Cobbo ready for the Origin arena.

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    17 mins