The Bye Round With James Graham
NRL Legend James Graham's Unique Take on The World Of Rugby League Featuring In-Depth Analysis & Interviews With Some Of The Games Fascinating Characters!
Episodes
James Graham is joined by Wade Graham to break down a massive week in rugby league. The boys give their verdict on State of Origin Game 2, Jimmy pulls no punches on the Ezra Mam situation — saying he was almost embarrassed watching it unfold as they deliver a damning assessment of the Broncos. Plus the Ashley Klein gambling controversy, Jarome Luai's performance over the weekend, the Sharks edging the Warriors, Souths' d...
James Graham is joined by NSW Blues legend Steve Roach and Queensland Maroons enforcer Gorden Tallis for our MASSIVE State of Origin Game 2 Preview at the MCG! The boys review a fiery Game 1, debate what Billy Slater does with Reece Walsh, break down both team selections — including Blocker's strong take on the Haumole Riki omission — and give their verdicts on why each team wins in Melbourne. Plus, the legends share th...
James Graham is joined by Luke Keary to break down all the big talking points ahead of Round 14. The boys get into the Origin selection controversy — including some big calls that have divided opinion — debate the Roosters' finals credentials, and get into a heated discussion about NRL expansion and whether Monday nights should be handed over to the NRLW. Plus previews for the upcoming round, and late-breaking Origin ne...
Jimmy is joined by Charlie White and Cheese to break down the biggest talking points from Round 14. The boys dissect both the NSW and Queensland Origin squads ahead of Game 2 at the MCG, debate Laurie Daley's bold selection calls and question what Billy Slater is doing with Reece Walsh.
Plus, Penrith put the Tigers to the sword in a statement win, the Broncos crash to the Titans in a result that raises ser...
No team is safe. James and Charlie hand out mid-season report cards to all 17 NRL clubs — from A's to outright failures. Plus they crown the best coach, best player and best rookie of the season so far, debate around the bunker and what the future holds for it. Plus, what Nathan Cleary needs to do to really start turning heads.
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James Graham is joined by Charlie White to preview a blockbuster Round 14 in the NRL, plus, the boys chat Origin selection dilemmas, influence of podcasting on rugby league, PNG's latest signing and who could be next & is JImmy finally ready to embrace Fulltime Fozball?
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James Graham is BACK after his birthday bash in Spain, which included watching the State of Origin at 11am with no sound! Jimmy is joined by Luke Keary & Charlie White to talk all the big topics from Round 13 of the NRL.
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Welcome to another big edition of The Bye Round interview show! On today's episode James Graham is joined by the brand new England coach Brian McDermott to reveal his vision for the national team, reflects on the recent Ashes series defeat, discuss World Cup squad decisions and explains why English rugby league is entering a crucial new era!
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...Gorden Tallis & Brandon Smith join Charlie White to recap an unbelievable and controversial opening game to the 2026 State of Origin series!
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Luke Keary & Charlie White recorded the podcast before the Mitch Moses injury news dropped.
On this edition of the podcast the boys unpack the massive fallout surrounding Mitch Moses’ injury and what it means for the NSW Blues heading into Origin. Andrew Abdo steps away as NRL CEO, Luke Keary shares his Premiership Pyramid... And somehow… before any of that… we deli...
James Graham is joined by Queensland Maroons legend Kevin Walters & NSW Blues legend Wade Graham for our MASSIVE State of Origin Preview! The boys break down the biggest selection calls, the key match-ups that could decide the series and what both NSW and Queensland need to do to get the upper hand in Game I. Plus, the boys share their favorite camp stories and their all time favourite Origin memories!
In this special episode of The Bye Round, James Graham sits down with Phil 'Gus' Gould for an unfiltered deep dive into the current state of the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs. From the pressure surrounding the club, to recruitment, culture, coaching and the expectations that come with wearing the Bulldogs jersey .... nothing is off limits!
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Jimmy Graham, Luke Keary and Charlie White are back in-studio for a bumper edition of the show as the boys discuss all the on-field and off-field antics at Magic Round plus all the reaction as both Origin teams were selected for Game 1!
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This was recorded before Ivan Cleary made his decision to step away from the Panthers & before Luke Metcalf's decision to join the Dragons
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In this special episode of The Bye Round, James Graham is joined by Code Sports' Michael Carayannis and Charlie White to tackle rugby league’s biggest expansion challenge yet, building a realistic ros...
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James Graham is joined by Charlie White to dissect a monumental day in rugby league following the annoucnement Ivan Cleary will depart the Panthers at the end of 2027. Jimmy and Charlie breakdown what it means for Ivan, Nathan, the Panthers and everything else in-between! Plus, the boys chat Luke Metcalf's future, Origin selections and preview Mag...
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James Graham is joined by Luke Keary & Charlie White after a big weekend of footy. The boys discuss all the big issues from round 10, Kez throws up a few left-field suggestions for Origin selection, we breakdown the Bulldogs crisis, the Dragons big coaching conundrum & is Jimmy finally onboard for Fozball?????
Past Player Health Screening:...
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Today’s episode of The Bye Round is a HUGE! In part one, James Graham & Charlie White unpack their whirlwind trip to PNG and reveal their honest thoughts on the PNG Chiefs; the hype, the reality and what shocked them most. Then in part two, PNG Chiefs GM of Football Michael Chammas joins Jimmy for a one-on-one chat covering the Jar...
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James Graham is joined by The Daily Telegraph's Brent Read ahead of a HUGE Round 10 in the NRL! The boys dissect where it's all gone wrong for the Storm this season, Jimmy shares his honest thought on PNG after his recent trip to the country, Ready explains why he's pick Perth over PNG, we chat Latrell Michell ending his media ban and preview ever...
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James Graham & Charlie White are in for a shortened version of the round nine review, as the boys are off to explore PNG! But before we get there, in this episode Jimmy takes a deep dive on the issues at the Bulldogs, throws up an Origin bolter for NSW and we chat if Spencer Leniu's time at the Roosters is coming to an end?
Beer Footy Fo...
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There’s been plenty said about Josh Schuster & now he gets his turn! Josh joins James Graham for an honest and in-depth chat about the highs, the setbacks, and everything in between. Josh addresses the headlines, reflects on the pressure, and opens up on where his game, and his mindset, are at right now. Most importantly he shares what t...
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