Violations and Insults

NBL alumni and current yoga teacher Simon Kerle joins Violations and Insults.

Simon played 18 years in the NBL, debuting at the age of 17 for the Brisbane Bullets and retiring at 35. Simon recalls his basketball career both in Australia and overseas, then delves into his practice of yoga and meditation; and how players could benefit from learning how to breathe better in games. Simon is currently the CEO of Raw Power Yoga in Brisba...

Andrew Parkinson joins Violations and Insults for a in depth chat about his career and health challenges.

'Parky' is a two-time NBL champion and leading scorer, with a 91% hit rate from free throw line. He talks about the mindset of becoming an elite scorer with repetition and practice being key. The boys also delve into some of Andrew's heath challenges, including playing basketball in his mid-fifties after completing rounds of ch...

Special guest Matt Shanahan joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of Violations and Insults.

Matt played 15 seasons in the NBL and won three championships. The boys go over some of Matt's career highlights as a player and coach, while dissecting the failures of the short-lived Hunter Pirates. They also speculate about the season ahead for the Brisbane Bullets with the appointment of their new head coach.

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Ric Lawyer joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for the latest episode of Violations and Insults.

Ric Lawyer is a former president and a coach for the North Gold Coast Seahawks basketball club, with a history of leading teams to championships at both junior and senior levels, including coaching the Seahawks SBL team to six grand finals, winning four. Ric is also a glass artist with over 40 years experienc...

In this episode of Violations and Insults, Bruce and Steve discuss game four and five of the NBL finals and also shout out Jesse Wagstaff, Davo Hickey, Matthew Dellavedova and Sam Froling. They also address rumours and whispers about New Zealand Breakers being sold, and Illawara Hawks owner Jared Novelly is seeking other owners to take over the NBL.

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Australian basketball legend Michele Timms joins Bruce and Steve for another episode of Violations and Insults.

Michele is a basketball coach and former player who was won five WNBL championships. Michele has played five seasons for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA, and he was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008 and the FIBA Hall of Fame in 2015. In 2024, Michele became the third Australian to be inducted into ...

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod dedicate this episode of Violations and Insults to coaching.

The boys discuss what coaching departures are occurring in the NBL, including speculation on who might be the next head coach of the Brisbane Bullets. They also dive into how to start your season with the selection process and procedures of practice in preparation for school basketball season commencing.

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Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod sit down with NBL team owner and manager Jeff Van Groningen.

Jeff’s illustrious career in the NBL began in 1994 as the Geelong Supercats Assistant Coach, the youngest full time coach appointment in NBL history at the time. Other roles include being the General Manager of the Brisbane Bullets including their championship year in 2006-07, a Senior Advisor role in the Minister for Sport for the QLD LNP go...

Dr William Ellis joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of Violations and Insults.

Bill Ellis is an accomplished doctor in Zoology who has also been heavily involved in Basketball on the side. In his youth he played statue league and division one, before landing coaching jobs in the women's league NBL1.

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Violations and Insults sits down with legendary Brisbane-based sports journalist Wayne Heming.

Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod talk about the early days of the Brisbane Bullets and how basketball was the peak sport until the Broncos arrived. The boys talk about some of Wayne's journalist highlights which includes covering Rugby league (NRL), Rugby union, Cricket (Shield & Test matches), Golf (major Australian events & Preside...

NBL veteran Rodger Smith joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod for another episode of Violations and Insults.

The boys go over the latest round in the NBL and talk about the best defenders in the league and the best defenders of all time. 

Rodger Smith had a successful NBL career stretching more than a decade (1989-2001) and was even recently mentioned among the best small forwards to have played for the Brisbane Bullets.

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Violations and Insults welcomes special guest Luke Gribble to the podcast.

One of Bruce's most respected players as a teammate, Luke has been described as 'a glue' who connected the team. Luke played eight seasons in the NBL, playing for both the Hobart Devils and the Brisbane Bullets between 1989 - 1996. The boys shoot the breeze on all things basketball, covering Luke's career and touching on latest round of the NBL.

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NBL alumni Mark Dalton joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod on the latest episode of Violations and Insults.

Mark has had an illustrious career in the NBL having played for Canberra Cannons (84-86), Geelong Supercats (86-88), Sydney Kings (88-96), Brisbane Bullets (96-98) and Wollongong Hawkes (98-2000). The boys discuss Mark's time at the Sydney Kings and his time as Development Management at Southern Districts; alongside their top...

Violations and Insults returns with Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod giving their shout outs and daily mail. They also introduce Stevie McLeod awards which include Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player and Most Improved Player. They also pick their dream team as of Round 12. This episode also includes the first segment of Coaches Corner, which will dissect the process of basketball coaching. In this se...

Lyndon Brieffies joins Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod as they talk all things basketball. Lyndon played for the Brisbane Bullets from 1991-94 and has since worked in esteemed roles as Head of Sport at Wesley College and the CEO of Perth Basketball Association. In 2022, Lyndon returned to Brisbane to become the CEO of the Northside Wizards Basketball and Head of Sport at Ambrose Treacy College.

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