Episodes

  • The Truth About the Broncos & Connor Watson on Overcoming Penrith Loss

    The Truth About the Broncos & Connor Watson on Overcoming Penrith Loss
    Mar 25 2026
    Chris Lynn challenges the goings on at Bronco’s HQ And Connor Watson talks about how much it hurts and how he plans to bounce back. Marc Ellis manages to insult a Matilda’s legend 3 times while trying to give her praise. And there is more chaos than usual as Tayla Montoya has had enough and the presenters turn on the producer.
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    52 mins
  • Gorden Tallis Fires Back at Critics! Connor Watson in the Middle of NRL History

    Gorden Tallis Fires Back at Critics! Connor Watson in the Middle of NRL History
    Mar 18 2026
    This week on Sportscafe, the crew breaks down one of the great moments in recent NRL history - Alex Johnson's record-breaking try for the Roosters against the Souths, and the 20,000 fans who decided the rules didn't apply to them. Connor Watson was on the field that night, on the wrong side of it... He gives us his perspective. Broncos legend Gordon Tallis joins the show, and if you've ever yelled at your TV watching him on Fox Sports, turns out he's actually a good bloke. Lachlan Carter from Those Carter Boys drops in fresh off the back of back-to-back Lions premierships, a Winter Olympics, and a stepsister with a few Olympic gold medals to her name. He talks about how it all started, retiring from swimming and filming a TikTok on the same day. Plus: Connor Watson gets a custom Roosters jersey made for Theo Walcott and does a crossbar challenge in runners. The great debate - NRL vs AFL vs Rugby Union, who has the best athletes? New episode every week. Subscribe so you don't miss it! Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: Connor's reaction to AJ Johnson's record-breaking try 1:34 – Welcome to Sports Cafe + breaking down the Roosters vs Souths game 3:52 – Taylah and Marcelo's experience watching the field invasion live 9:00 – Connor's story hanging out with Arsenal legend Theo Walcott 11:09 – Brisbane Broncos legend Gordon Tallis joins the show 14:24 – Gordy on coaching the Ashes series in the UK 15:19 – The debate: rugby league vs AFL vs rugby union — who has the best athletes? 25:35 – Rugby Rivals show discussion + the Clash of the Codes throwback 32:49 – Those Carter Boys' Lachlan Carter joins + building a viral sports content brand 43:07 – Sport of Social: rating the week's wildest viral clips
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    49 mins
  • Roosters vs Rabbitohs: Inside NRL's Most Heated Rivalry

    Roosters vs Rabbitohs: Inside NRL's Most Heated Rivalry
    Mar 11 2026
    This week on Sportscafe, it's rivalry week - and the most heated derby in the NRL is front and centre. Roosters star Connor Watson joins the panel fresh off a loss to the Warriors, giving us the inside word on what Roosters vs Rabbitohs week really feels like in the eastern suburbs. Plus, AFL premiership winner and accidental Australian Kabaddi captain Campbell Brown drops in with his AFL tips, his Gold Coast Suns premiership prediction, and the story of how he became national captain of a sport he'd never heard of. Also on the show: the Australian Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri's nightmare home race, Zac Lomax's move to rugby union, and Tayla joins remotely from her post-Vegas sick bed. Subscribe so you never miss an episode! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Most Heated NRL Rivalry 07:28 Warriors vs. Roosters Unpacked 09:34 Drilling Derails the Show 13:20 Melbourne Grand Prix 16:12 Zac Lomax to Rugby Union 18:15 AFL Star Campbell Brown Interview 26:25 Australia’s Close Call in Baseball with Japan 37:45 The Sport of Social
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    44 mins
  • NRL 2026 Is Heating Up! Steve Renouf on the Early Drama

    NRL 2026 Is Heating Up! Steve Renouf on the Early Drama
    Mar 4 2026
    The NRL season is underway and it’s already delivering drama. NRL legend Steve Renouf joins Sportscafe to break down the biggest talking points from the opening round of the 2026 NRL season. From early season pressure on contenders, to standout performances across the league, Renouf gives his perspective on where the competition is heading, and which teams are already making a statement. And in true Sportscafe fashion… things don’t exactly go to plan when Marc decides to join the show from a sauna mid-episode. Subscribe for new episodes of Sportscafe every week.
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    42 mins
  • NRL Heads to Vegas! AFL Star's Inside Scoop & Ice Hockey Fight Rules Explained

    NRL Heads to Vegas! AFL Star's Inside Scoop & Ice Hockey Fight Rules Explained
    Feb 25 2026
    NRL heads to Vegas... and that’s just the start of a wild week in sport. This week on Sportscafe: • The NRL’s Vegas takeover and Tayla's plans for the week • AFL star Jesse Hogan gives his inside take on State of Origin • Why ice hockey fights are actually allowed - and how the rules really work, with an Australian representative • Gordon Ramsay’s amazing AI NRL promo • The funniest and strangest moments from around the sporting world New episodes every week. Subscribe and join the conversation!
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    49 mins
  • State of Origin’s Biggest Change Ever! Ian Healy on Australia’s World Cup Disaster

    State of Origin’s Biggest Change Ever! Ian Healy on Australia’s World Cup Disaster
    Feb 18 2026
    NRL Star Connor Watson reacts to the bombshell announcement that State of Origin is heading to Eden Park in Auckland, and debates what it means for the future of the series, along with the new eligibility changes that could reshape Origin. We also sit down with Australian cricket great Ian Healy, who gives his honest take on Australia’s World Cup disappointment and where things have gone wrong for the national side. Plus, there’s an incredible comeback story out of LIV Golf, Olympic drama, curling cheating controversy, viral sporting clips, and plenty of classic Sportscafe chaos along the way. Big sporting stories, big opinions, and zero chance of staying on track - as always.
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    39 mins
  • Australia’s Super Bowl Winner & Payne Haas’ Shock Move

    Australia’s Super Bowl Winner & Payne Haas’ Shock Move
    Feb 11 2026
    We are back with another episode of Sportscafe - and this week, we unpack the incredible story of Sydney-born punter Michael Dickson, who helped the Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl LX, becoming one of the few Australians ever to claim a Super Bowl ring. We also react to one of the biggest NRL shocks in years, with Payne Haas pulling off a surprise move that has completely rocked the rugby league world. We also dive into: - Winter Olympics and the 'Pe**s Gate' controversy - Why NZ could beat Australia in the medal count - The internet's best cricket bowling clips - Whether or not Bad Bunny put on a good halftime show Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode!
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    43 mins
  • Have Standards in Modern Sport Dropped? ft. Footy Legend, Brad Thorn

    Have Standards in Modern Sport Dropped? ft. Footy Legend, Brad Thorn
    Feb 4 2026
    Chris Lynn, Conor Watson and Tayla Montoya kick off the new year by catching up with co-producers Marc Ellis and Ric Salizzo to unpack what they’ve been up to over the break. Chris shares his cricketing hiccup in Malaysia, Conor reflects on tackling the Kokoda Track with the Roosters during pre-season, and Tayla shares what life looks like juggling newborn twins while her husband Marcelo gears up for another NRL campaign. We're joined by rugby league and union great Brad Thorn, who gives his honest take on why standards have dropped in modern professional sport. Plus: • Rating the latest viral, quirky sports taking over social media • Hot takes on fantasy sport and why it divides fans so hard • Plenty of laughs, tangents, and classic Sportscafe chaos The boys (and Tayla) are back. Welcome to Sportscafe in 2026. Get closer to the show by joining our Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17817MfEdg/ Timestamps: 0:00 Catching Up For the First Time in 2026 5:00 Conor’s Kokoda Walk with the Roosters 8:40 Brad Thorn Interview 13:00 Brad’s High Standards 20:11 Brad Thorn’s Favourite Athletes 23:25 Aussie Open Questions 27:45 20/20 Chances 31:15 Rating Viral Sports 35:40 NRL Pre-Season
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    39 mins