Western Weekender

Western Weekender

Podcast by Western Weekender

Episodes

Tension's Running High E55 - International footy, 10 years since Ivan was tired

October 14, 2025 • 36 mins
It's been a decade since Gus Gould sacked Ivan Cleary for sleeping on the job. Can you believe what's happened since then? Plus the boys discuss international footy and play a round of a new game.
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Tension's Running High E54 - Are Panthers fans sore losers?

October 7, 2025 • 58 mins
Troy and Nathan chat about the Grand Final, plus why are some Panthers fans such sore losers? We also ponder the next TV deal, and the future of the Dally M Awards.
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Tension's Running High E53 - Mad Monday!

September 28, 2025 • 40 mins
Troy and Nathan unpack the end of Penrith's season following the loss to the Broncos. The boys look back on the year that was, and hear from Ivan and Nathan Cleary. Plus looking ahead to Sunday's Grand Final.
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Tension's Running High E52 - Panthers v Broncos Preview, Grand Final Training Session news

September 23, 2025 • 36 mins
Troy and Nathan preview the Preliminary Final between Penrith and Brisbane. Plus we reveal news about a Grand Final week training session should the Panthers make it. And why is Ivan Cleary still lacking the respect he deserves?
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Tension's Running High E51 - Moses Leota joins us, Panthers v Bulldogs preview

September 16, 2025 • 39 mins
Panthers prop Moses Leota joins us ahead of his 200th NRL game. Plus Troy and Nathan preview Sunday's showdown between the Panthers and Bulldogs at Accor Stadium. And what do the boys make of the Preliminary Final schedule?
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Tension's Running High E50 - Blaize Talagi chat + Merv Cartwright Medal wrap-up

September 9, 2025 • 48 mins
In our 50th episode, we chat to Panthers five-eighth Blaize Talagi. Plus Troy and Nathan review the Merv Cartwright Medal, and preview the Finals showdown between Penrith and the Warriors. And the boys give their verdict on Teddy Swims being announced as this year's Grand Final entertainment.
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Tension's Running High E49 - Nathan Cleary joins the podcast

September 2, 2025 • 55 mins
We chat with Nathan Cleary ahead of the Finals, and he reveals the future of that much talked about headgear. Troy and Nathan also preview Penrith's clash with the Dragons, and chat about some journalist feuds!
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Tension's Running High E48 - Ivan's wild plan, plus the State Government is still pulling our leg over new stadium

August 26, 2025 • 48 mins
Troy and Nathan discuss Penrith's crazy Finals strategy. Plus the State Government has the blinkers on when it comes to the new stadium. And Troy's final thoughts from Mudgee.
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Tension's Running High E47 - Nathan's bus ban, Panthers v Raiders preview

August 19, 2025 • 38 mins
Nathan tell us why he nearly turned into a pumpkin after the Panthers v Storm match. We preview the Panthers v Raiders showdown in Mudgee, plus look back at our favourite 90s footy memories.
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Tension's Running High E46 - Liam Martin joins us, and the Panthers are in the top four!

August 12, 2025 • 45 mins
Liam Martin joins us to talk about Penrith's showdown with Melbourne. Plus we chat about Penrith staying in the top four, and play a round of 'how much is it on eBay?'
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Tension's Running High E45 - Dissecting trainer-gate

August 5, 2025 • 34 mins
Troy and Nathan discuss all the drama surrounding THAT incident involving a Panthers trainer, plus we preview Friday night's clash between Penrith and Newcastle. And we've run the ladder predictor and reveal our final top eights!
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Tension's Running High E44 - Casey McLean joins us

July 29, 2025 • 52 mins
Rising Panthers superstar Casey McLean joins us. Plus we play round three of Panthers trivia!
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Tension's Running High E43 - Panthers v Tigers Preview, Panthers Trivia Game II

July 22, 2025 • 39 mins
Troy and Nathan go head-to-head in another round of Panthers trivia. Plus the boys preview the big clash between the Panthers and Tigers on Saturday. And a Grand Final prediction!
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Tension's Running High E42 - Panthers v Souths preview, Introducing Dodds Ball!

July 15, 2025 • 48 mins
Troy and Nathan preview Friday night's showdown between Penrith and South Sydney. Plus Troy reveals the perfect solution to the Origin scheduling dilemma.
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Tension's Running High E41 - Panthers v Eels preview

July 8, 2025 • 38 mins
Troy and Nathan preview the showdown between Penrith and Parramatta. Plus a final word on Origin III, and we reflect on the passing of former Panthers Director Greg Evans.
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Tension's Running High E40 - Trading cards from the past & Emily puts the boys to the test

July 1, 2025 • 56 mins
Troy and Nathan go back in time and open trading cards from the past. Plus Emily gives the boys a quiz - and you won't believe the question that stumped Doddsy! And we re-live that epic win by Penrith over Canterbury in Round 17.
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Tension's Running High E39 - Panthers v Bulldogs preview + A Special Giveaway

June 25, 2025 • 37 mins
Troy and Nathan preview the epic showdown between Penrith and Canterbury this week. Plus one lucky listener will win a bottle of Fourpeat Spiced Rum!
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Tension's Running High E38 - Matt Eisenhuth joins us, plus our awkward journalism moments

June 17, 2025 • 55 mins
Matt Eisenhuth joins us ahead of Penrith's clash with the Warriors on Saturday. Plus Troy and Nathan discuss some of our most awkward journalism moments - involving the likes of Pat Cummins, Phil Gould, Tim Grant and Luke Lewis!
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Tension's Running High E37 - Brian Fletcher quits, Panthers stalk the Top 8

June 10, 2025 • 38 mins
Troy and Nathan offer some insight into CEO Brian Fletcher's decision to stand down from the Panthers. Plus we we recap Penrith's win over the Wests Tigers, as the Panthers chase down an unlikely Finals berth.
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Tension's Running High E36 - Nathan Cleary to rugby?

June 3, 2025 • 35 mins
Troy and Nathan discuss those rugby union rumours related to Nathan Cleary. Plus we preview Sunday's showdown between the Panthers and Tigers at CommBank Stadium. And what would you like to see out of a new rugby league video game?
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