The Carpool Rugby League Podcast

About The Carpool Rugby League Podcast

Carpool Rugby League is a two episode a week extravaganza hosed by Shane and Graham, two Rugby League Tragic's. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

Publisher

carpoolrugbyleague

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Jun 2021

Latest episode

29 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

158 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Oct 2026

   Rugby League World Cup Week 3 2026 Preview

   The international rugby league action is heating up, and Shane and Griffo are back behind the wheel for another massive episode of Carpool Rugby League! With Round 2 of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup done and dusted, the boys unpack all the big hits, stunning performances, surprise results and international rivalries that are making this tournament one to remember. The lads review the Kangaroos' hard-fought victory over Fiji, New Zealand's demolition of the Cook Islands, Samoa's dominant performance against Papua New Guinea and England's emphatic response against France. With the race for the semi-finals intensifying, who's looking like a genuine World Cup contender, and who's in danger of packing their bags early? The Women's Rugby League World Cup is also delivering plenty of talking points, with the Jillaroos flexing their muscles, the Kiwi Ferns showing their class and the Pacific nations making their mark on the international stage. Shane and Griffo discuss the standout performances and the growing strength of women's rugby league. Then it's full throttle into Round 3, with some mouth-watering clashes on the horizon, including Tonga vs Samoa, New Zealand vs Fiji and England vs Papua New Guinea. With semi-final positions on the line, the boys break down the crucial matchups, identify potential upsets and lock in their tips. And there's another exciting chapter beginning as the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup kicks off in Wollongong!The lads preview the opening round, including Australia taking on New Zealand and defending champions England facing Wales, while celebrating the extraordinary skill, speed and physicality of wheelchair rugby league. Three World Cups, international pride on the line, and plenty of passionate opinions, questionable predictions and classic carpool banter. From the Kangaroos and Jillaroos to the world's best wheelchair athletes, rugby league is taking centre stage—buckle up and enjoy the ride.

2. 

   22 Oct 2026

   Grand final and WC week review... RLWC week 2 preview

   The NRL season may be over, but the rugby league action is far from finished! Shane and Griffo are back behind the wheel for another massive episode of Carpool Rugby League, wrapping up the 2026 NRL and NRLW Grand Finals before turning their attention to the international stage and the Rugby League World Cup. First up, the boys revisit an unforgettable NRL Grand Final, where the Sydney Roosters edged out the Newcastle Knights 19–18 in a nail-biting premiership decider. They unpack the biggest moments, standout performances, controversial calls and the plays that ultimately decided the title. There's also plenty to discuss from the NRLW Grand Final between the Roosters and Broncos, as the lads reflect on another huge season for women's rugby league. Then it's time to go international! With Week 1 of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup done and dusted, Shane and Griffo break down the opening matches, including Australia's thrilling victory over New Zealand, Tonga's impressive win against England and Samoa's demolition of France. Who impressed, who disappointed, and which nations are emerging as genuine World Cup contenders? Looking ahead to Week 2, the boys preview some cracking international clashes, including Australia vs Fiji, Papua New Guinea vs Samoa, England vs France and Tonga vs Lebanon. With both the men's and women's tournaments gathering momentum, there's plenty of international rugby league to dissect and even more bold predictions to be made. Expect passionate opinions, questionable tips, a few international rivalries and the usual laughs and classic carpool banter as the boys swap the NRL ladder for the world stage. From Grand Final glory to World Cup dreams, the Rugby League journey continues—buckle up and enjoy the ride.

3. 

   1 Oct 2026

   NRL 2026 Grand Final Preview

   It all comes down to this! After a season of huge hits, incredible tries, controversy, upsets and unforgettable moments, Grand Final week has arrived, and Shane and Griffo are back behind the wheel for the biggest Carpool Rugby League episode of 2026. First up, the boys preview the NRLW Grand Final, where the Sydney Roosters take on the Brisbane Broncos in a rematch of last year's decider. Shane and Griffo break down the key matchups, the stars who can change the game in an instant, and what each side needs to do to finish the season as 2026 NRLW Premiers. Then it's time for the big one—the 2026 NRL Grand Final, with the Sydney Roosters facing the Newcastle Knightsfor the Provan-Summons Trophy. The boys dissect the battle across the park, from James Tedesco and Kalyn Ponga at fullback to the forward packs and playmakers who will be asked to deliver when the pressure is at its greatest. Who handles the occasion? Who produces the moment we'll still be talking about in years to come? And who gets to lift the trophy when the final siren sounds? Shane and Griffo lock in their Grand Final tips, discuss their potential match-winners and Clive Churchill Medal contenders, and throw around a few final bold predictions before bringing the curtain down on another massive season of rugby league. Roosters v Broncos. Roosters v Knights. Two Grand Finals. Two premierships. One massive day of rugby league. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Spotify

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

25

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

76