Six Tackles With Gus

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Mathew Thompson and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the biggest issues and in-depth analysis in Rugby League each week. 


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202 episodes

Bonus Gus: Your WOW Rugby League Moments + #AskGus

In this bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus we go through your WOW rugby league moments plus #AskGus questions. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m
Mar 31
Duty of care?

Following NRL head of football Graham Annesley's admission that the match review committee got it wrong by not charging Penrith centre Taylan May over his head clash with Reece Walsh, Gus questions the whole ‘duty of care’ claims. Plus Gus covers the future of Leichhardt Oval, the Titans without Tino and the NRL casualty ward. Keep an ear out for a Six Tackles bonus episode released later this week! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

54m
Mar 27
The Art of War.

Gus gives us a lesson on the Art of War in the lead up to the Roosters and Rabbitohs clash.  The number of halfbacks being axed so early on in the season, and the hardships of being an NRL halfback.  Plus, Gus weighs into the over the top coverage of Benji, his biggest ‘WOW’ moments after the Xavier Coates try, an extensive preview of Multicultural round, and plenty of your questions with #AskGus. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 15m
Mar 20
The Raiders Shocked Me.

Gus shares his best team performance and most impressive player of the opening round of the NRL. Gives us an insight into how the new short drop-out rule will change the game. Plus, your questions with #AskGus and his tips for Round 2 of the NRL. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 2m
Mar 13
Buy the Super League.

Gus details why he backs the idea of the NRL buying the Super League and becoming the EPL of Rugby League. Plus, a split Round 1, review and preview and your questions with #AskGus. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47m
Mar 06
Gus Tells All: NRL Player Pressure & Bennett's Future

Gus details the intense pressure players face today to make it in the NRL, predicts Wayne Bennett’s next step and weighs in on the World Club Challenge referees. Plus, part two of Gus’ team by team 2024 season preview including some bold predictions. 01:00 - Gus has a lunch with 88’ Bulldogs team. 05:00 - Gus’ new hat! 08:00 - Broncos win pre-season challenge. 09:00 - Stacey Jones correct choice as NZ coach. 12:00 - Nathan Clearly is the number 1 NRL player, he will break all point scoring records. 15:00 - Vegas - Gus doesn’t play card games. 16:00 - World Club Challenge referees. 22:00 - Gus on discovery of Bevan French.  27:00 - Gus explains the pressure to become an NRL player today, it’s intense. 28:00 - NRL Team by Team 2024 Preview - Part 2. 29:00 - Newcastle Knights in 2024. “A certainty for the eight.” 34:00 - North Queensland Cowboys in 2024. $900k for Luciano Leilua. “They’ll play finals football.” 39:00 - Parramatta Eels in 2024. “Bennett won’t go to Eels, they’ll put him in charge of the next franchise.” 43:00 - South Sydney Rabbitohs in 2024.  47:00 - St George Illawarra Dragons in 2024. “If they run last I’ll walk from Wollongong to Belmore for charity.” 53:30 - Sydney Roosters in 2024. “2023 it was terrible what happened to them.” “Incredible team, incredible roster.” 57:00 - Wests Tigers in 2024. “I don’t see top eight, but it’s an important year.” 1:05:00 - Round 1 Vegas tips - “NFL scouts to check out Reece Walsh? - Good luck with that!” See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 9m
Feb 28
Panthers 4-peat, ‘24 Preview, Vegas Baby!

Phil ‘Gus’ Gould & Mathew Thompson return for Season 8 of Six Tackles with Gus.  Will the Panthers win the Premiership for a fourth year in a row?  Will Vegas be a successful experiment?  Was the Broncos bust up a beat up?  Gus answers all these questions and more. Plus part one of Gus’ epic team by team 2024 preview! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 12m
Feb 21
Six Tackles Returns: Gus is Ready to Rumble from Feb 21!

Six Tackles with Gus returns for Season 8 on Wednesday Feb 21! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20s
Feb 16
A Huge NRL Grand Final Preview

Gus and Mat preview what is set to be an epic Grand Final Gus reveals whether or not he'll be part of the Blues coaching squad next year  Why Gus doesnt like the end of season awards  Plus, who Gus thinks the best premiership side is in the NRL era   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 5m
Sep 27, 2023
#AskGus Bonus: How to beat the Penrith Panthers

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough!  This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including:  __ __ Tune in!  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22m
Sep 22, 2023
"It will be a Panthers Broncos Grand Final"

Gus and Mat preview a huge weekend of Finals Footy  A trip down memory lane with some of the great Preliminary finals games  Will Jarome Luai play this weekend?  Plus, could a cult hero be on his way to the beaches?  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40m
Sep 20, 2023
Russell Crowe, Vegas, and Manfred Moore

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough!  This week, Gus talks about the importance of taking the game internationally, why the NRL should go to the US every year for the next 100 years, Russell Crowe's idea to grow the game, plus the time an American by the name of Manfred Moore tried his hand at Rugby League. Tune in! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23m
Sep 17, 2023
Gus on players having time off “It’s not in their best interest”

Gus is frustrated with the amount of time players are getting off at the end of the season Gus has his say on the Jack Wighton biting case and whether 6 weeks was enough A huge preview of the second week of finals  Plus, Gus names some of his ‘bucket list’ sporting events he’d like to attend    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

58m
Sep 13, 2023
Ask Gus Bonus: The night Gus ran into Fletch at a kebab store

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough!  This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including:  __ __ Tune in!  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9m
Sep 10, 2023
The Broncos can’t win a premiership without Adam Reynolds

Gus has his say on the this week’s finals matchups and just how pivotal Adam Reynolds is to Brisbane’s chances Should finals matches be played at neutral grounds? Gus believes so Gus gives out his end of season player awards  Plus, a cracking story about Tommy  Raudonikis and the infamous 1981 Newtown Manly brawl   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 4m
Sep 06, 2023
#AskGus Bonus: Gus' biggest rival

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough!  This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including:  __ __ Tune in!  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Sep 03, 2023
Gus responds to the Bulldogs 'walkout' reports

Gus responds to the situation unfolding at Canterbury  Gus' passionate plea for the NRL to take ahold of the International game  A fired up Gus over the Corey Horsburgh tackle and his 4 week suspension Plus, an extensive look at final round of the home and away season    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 8m
Aug 30, 2023
#AskGus Bonus: Gus was offered the Panthers head coach role

Each week, we'll be releasing bonus content, as too much Gus is never enough!  This week Gus answers a number of #AskGus questions including:  __ __ Tune in!  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Aug 27, 2023
Gus feels for the Bunnies: "Culture beats talent"

Gus feels for what is currently going on at the Rabbitohs  The energy around Newcastle at the moment. How far can the Knights go? Would Gus come back and head coach?  Plus, Gus reveals one of his more peculiar hobbies from back in the day..    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 6m
Aug 23, 2023
"Came out of the blue" Gus on Pengai's shock retirement

Gus opens up about Tevita Pengai Jr's shock retirement  Tim Sheens leaving the Tigers has Gus asking plenty of questions  Payne Haas re-signs with the Broncos Plus a look at Round 25    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 15m
Aug 16, 2023
BONUS: Gus' trip down Rugby League memory lane

After hitting stop on this week's episode of Six Tackles, Gus started reminiscing about the old school ways Rugby League was played. So we hit record on the mics and can share a bonus episode of Six Tackles with Gus. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10m
Aug 13, 2023
"It's time to move on" Gus on Teddy's rep future

Gus has his say on who he thinks the Australian fullback should be Sam Burgess and his move to Warrington .  Could Perth be in contention for the 18th team?  Plus a huge preview of this week's NRL and NRLW games    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

58m
Aug 09, 2023
Gus blasts the judiciary system

Gus has his say after Val Holmes and Jack De Bellin cop 4 match bans  Can the Knights go all the way?  Could Cam McInnes play Origin?  Plus a preview of all the Round 23 action.   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 8m
Aug 02, 2023
Gus' salary cap management masterclass

Gus gives an insight to the Bulldogs plans for the future and who they have in sight.  Should Payne Haas be the highest paid player in the game?  Plus another classic Gus yarn from his playing days involving the team doctor. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 15m
Jul 26, 2023
Only three teams can challenge the Panthers

Gus names his three teams that can challenge Panthers for the Premiership  We get an update on Ryan Papenhuyzen's injury Plus, the Tigers turmoil woes And Gus' tips for Round 21   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 10m
Jul 19, 2023
Origin Review: "Brad Fittler is the ONLY man for the job"

Gus recaps Game 3 of the State of Origin series.  How we may never find another Reuben Cotter, despite coaches looking for one.  The impact of a club coach being apart of the Origin arena.  Plus a wrap up on both Under 19s State of Origin matches, and a preview to this weekend's round of footy.   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 21m
Jul 14, 2023
“Cody Walker is easily the best playmaker in the competition”

Gus breaks down the Origin teams ahead of Game 3 The signing of Toby Sexton to the Bulldogs He discusses why some teams concede so many points  Plus, Gus believes a team sitting equal second is NOT a premiership threat    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

55m
Jul 05, 2023
Gus on Walsh incident: “It should’ve been fixed up on the field”

Gus believes that the Reece Walsh judiciary hearing was a farcical and believes microphones shouldn't be allowed on field  After the Josh Schuster contract extension and Luke Brooks signing, Gus says that we need to invest in halfbacks to keep them in the game longer The Ben Hunt saga is all but dead according to Gus Plus, Gus names his choice of fullback for Queensland ahead of Game 3     See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

53m
Jun 28, 2023
State of Origin Review: What's wrong with the Blues?

In this special edition of Six Tackles, Gus unpacks Game 2 of State of Origin, where it went for wrong for NSW and the high praise for not only the Queensland team, but for Queensland as a state. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27m
Jun 22, 2023
Gus on a Game 2 win at Suncorp: “It will be NSW’s greatest achievement in history”

Gus runs through the State of Origin sides and where the game will be won Shane Flanagan signs on with the Dragons as head coach  Stefano Utoikamanu could be NSW biggest bolter in the last 20 years Plus a preview of all the Round 16 NRL action.    See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 7m
Jun 14, 2023