Best NRL Nation Podcasts (2025)

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Holiday Archive - David Kirk on investing in Australia's tech start-ups, what big companies can learn from small ones, and how to prepare for board meetings 39:58

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Over the holidays, we'll be bringing you some earlier episodes of our Boardroom Confidential podcast. This time it's David Kirk, the co-founder of listed venture capital fund Bailador and chair at a range of organisations including KMD Brands, Forsyth Barr and KiwiHarvest. David was also the CEO of Fairfax Limited and had an extremely successful ca…

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Holiday Archive - Marina Go on how to be an effective chair, tips for starting your director career, and why diversity is critical for boards 41:27

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Over the holidays, we'll be bringing you some earlier episodes of our Boardroom Confidential podcast. This time it's Marina Go, a board member with Metcash, Southern Cross Media and the AICD itself. She's also been a chair or director with several other organisations including Adore Beauty, Energy Australia, the West Tigers NRL club and Netball Aus…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 152 - EP 152: GTWS Finals in Japan - Our Last Ride of 2025! 1:03:12

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Send us a text Happy Monday! As 2025 comes to a close as we break down the GTWS Finals in Japan — the drama, the strategy, the surprises, and everything Gran Turismo threw at us to wrap up the year. We look back at the season, talk standout moments, and send off 2025 with one last lap. Dumb Guys Do Racing will be taking a short break for the holida…

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Holiday Archive - Andy Penn on preparing for cyber attacks, effective Chair-CEO relationships and governance at the National Gallery of Victoria 33:05

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Over the holidays, we'll be bringing you some earlier episodes of our Boardroom Confidential podcast. This time, it's Andy Penn, a director with Coles and Trustee for the National Gallery of Victoria. He also spent seven years as the CEO of Telstra and previously served as the chair of the federal government's Cyber Security Strategy Expert Advisor…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 151 - GT7 Spec 3 & Power Pack Christmas Special w/ PHG Santa Miguel! 2:02:37

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Send us a text Happy Monday! The Dumb Guys Do Racing crew gets festive with a Christmas Special featuring PHG Santa Miguel! 🎅 Together they dive into the brand‑new GT7 Spec 3 Update and Power Pack, breaking down what it means for sim racers and sharing plenty of laughs along the way. Tune in for holiday cheer, racing insights, and the kind of dumb …

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S3E5 – Penny Bingham-Hall: Planning for cyber-attacks, climate governance in action, and building a boardroom portfolio 35:09

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Co-chair of Supply Nation and Fortescue director Penny Bingham-Hall joins Boardroom Confidential to unpack some of the major issues facing today's boards: harnessing AI's predictive power, overseeing cyber risk in a "when, not if" world, and lifting climate governance from compliance to capability. We also explore the craft of a high-performing boa…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 150 - NRL Season 6 Division A Champion PHG Jorge Sr. Join us! 1:31:10

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 150 – Division A Champion PHG Jorge Sr. In this milestone episode of Dumb Guys Do Racing, we celebrate the NRL Season 6 Division A Champion, PHG Jorge Sr. Join us as we break down his journey to the top, the highlights of the season, and what it takes to dominate in GT7 sim racing. Whether you’re a motorsports f…

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Special Episode - From the Server Room to the Boardroom: AI, Identity and the Cyber Risks Directors Can't Ignore 33:44

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Presented by Okta Cyber security has become a core governance issue, not just an IT problem. In this episode, Mathew Graham, Chief Security Officer for Asia–Pac at Okta, explains why identity is now the front line of security — and what that means for directors. He outlines how cyber risk has shifted from firewalls to cloud systems, remote work and…

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S3E4 – Tim Trumper: Building AI-ready boards, chair succession done right, and leading through volatility 35:34

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Former NRMA Chair Tim Trumper joins Boardroom Confidential to talk about AI in the boardroom, data-led transformations, and the craft of modern chairing. Drawing on his book AI: Game On, Tim explores one of the central governance questions of our time — "who or what decides?" — and how directors can set guardrails that protect customers while still…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 149 - NRL Season 6 Division B Champion Corredor71 Join us! 1:17:45

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 149 – NRL Season 6 Division B Champion Corredor71 Joins Us This week the Dumb Guys Do Racing crew sits down with NRL Season 6 Division B Champion, Corredor71. We dive into his journey through the league, the highs and lows of competition, and what it takes to come out on top in sim racing’s most intense battles.…

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S3E3 – Taryn Williams: Shifting from founder to director, balancing AI opportunities with guardrails, and boards' growing responsibility for brand and reputation 36:37

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From founding her first company at 21 to building and exiting multiple tech ventures, Taryn Williams has spent her career at the intersection of talent, media and innovation. In this episode, the award-winning entrepreneur and director reflects on the mindset behind scaling fast-growing businesses, the challenge of stepping back as a founder, and h…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing Podcast EP 148 - PHG_Salamander Unleashes Joker Racing Series in GT7! 1:21:31

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 148 – PHG: Salamander & Joker Racing in GT7 This week the Dumb Guys welcome Salamander to the show! We dive into his Joker Racing series through Gran Turismo 7, exploring the chaos, creativity, and competition that make it stand out. From PHG community vibes to GT7 battles, it’s a mix of motorsport passion and s…

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S3E2 – David Gallop: Staying calm in a crisis, lessons from the NRL & Football Australia, and how to make a CEO-Chair relationship work 29:39

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David Gallop AM — former CEO of the NRL and Football Australia —share lessons on leadership, crisis, and culture from a career spent in the spotlight. In this conversation, David reflects on two decades at the helm of high-profile sports, the experiences he's carried into the boardroom, and what makes an effective chair in today's governance landsc…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 147 - NRL Commentator - Fast Cars, Funny Calls: Toon Joins the Grid! 1:36:38

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Send us a text Happy Monday! The Dumb Guys welcome NRL Sim Racing League commentator Toon to the booth! 🎙️ From GT7 race calls to off-track banter, Toon brings his sharp wit and hilarious insights to the grid. Expect fast laps, funny lines, and a whole lot of chaos as racing meets comedy in this episode. PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing E…

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S3E1 – Naomi Simson: Growing Red Balloon Group, small business under threat, and knowing when a founder should step down as CEO 41:06

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Naomi Simson is an experienced director, successful entrepreneur, and acclaimed author. She co-founded Big Red Group and helped it grow to become Australia's largest experience network. In this candid conversation, Naomi reflects on two decades of building and scaling businesses, the lessons learned stepping back from the CEO role, and why small bu…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing Best Of EP 126 - Jermaine Joins the VR Mafia! 1:11:34

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Send us a text Happy Monday! 🎮 Dumb Guys Do Racing – Best Of EP: Jermaine Joins the VR Mafia! Strap in for a highlight reel of chaos, laughter, and virtual speed as PDX Sim driver Jermaine takes his first plunge into VR racing. From headset hiccups to full-send moments, this “Best Of” captures the magic of a sim racer’s first time in the metaverse.…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 146 - NRL Commentator Flawed Joins us! 1:37:29

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Send us a text Happy Monday! 🎙️ Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 146 – NRL Commentator Flawed Joins Us! This week, we’re joined by the one and only Flawed—NRL commentator, and all-around legend. We get Flawed's take on GT7, sports cars, and what makes a great commentator. If you love motorsport, sim racing, and this one’s for you. PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Ext…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 145 – GTWS Nations Cup Chaos + Simracing Expo Germany Recap! 49:49

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Send us a text Happy Monday! If you like GT7, sim racing, motorsports, and sports cars — buckle up! In this episode, the Dumb Guys recap GTWS Nations Cup Rounds 3 & 4 with all the drama, strategy, and tire smoke you can handle. Plus, we dive into the Simracing Expo in Germany: the gear, the vibes, and the weird stuff we saw. It’s fast, funny, and f…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 144 - S7R / NRL Driver & Commentator Tati Joins Us! 1:20:37

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 144 – S7R / NRL Driver & Commentator Tati Joins the Show The Dumb Guys welcome Tati, a standout driver and commentator from the S7R and NRL scenes. From life behind the wheel to calling the action from the booth, Tati shares stories, insights, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re into sim racing, motorsport cult…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 143 - NRL Driver Sheldologist Joins us! 1:26:03

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 143 – NRL Driver Joins the Grid: Talking NRL Racing League & GT7 This week on Dumb Guys Do Racing, we’re joined by a special guest straight from the NRL Racing League. Our driver guest dives into what it’s like competing in one of the most exciting sim racing leagues out there, sharing stories from the track, th…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 142 - GT7 Spec 3 and NRL Season 6 Begins! 57:17

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Send us a text Happy Monday! We're talking about the exciting GT7 Spec 3 update coming in December and how Round 1 of the NRL is already in the books—what an incredible start to season 6! PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Globular Cluster Mo…

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The Drought Is Over 35:40

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! The Broncos’ premiership drought is over. After 19 years and 2 failed attempts, Brisbane have finally won the NRL Premiership. We unpacked the Grand Final - who starred, who faltered and what’s ahead for both clubs. HOW GOOD IS RUGBY LEAGUE As always, please don't forget to rate, re…

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End of An Era 40:48

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this episode: finals week 3 recap; Panthers fail to qualify for the grand final for the first time since 2019; where to now for the Sharks; the Big Grand Final Preview including team list Tuesdays and Michael’s all important tips! As always, please don't forget to rate…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing Podcast EP 141 - NRL Commentator T-Case Joins us! 1:24:03

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Enjoy EP 141 NRL commentator T-Case joins we talk NRL season 6 and GT7. PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Globular Cluster Mod for PSVR2 Globular Cluster Comfortable Mod for the PSVR2 Buzzsprout - Let's get your …

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Up Up or Down Down? 41:43

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this episode: finals week 2 recap; the Bulldogs and Raiders out in straight sets; Manly’s woes and Marky Mark off to Rugby! We do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! As always, please don't forget to rate, review and sub…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 140 - S7R_HverCraft Joins Us! 45:36

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Send us a text Happy Monday! 🎙️ EP 140 – S7R_HverCraft Joins Us! This week, the Dumb Guys sit down with GT7 league racer and steward S7R_HverCraft for a deep dive into the fast-paced world of Gran Turismo competition. From the adrenaline of wheel-to-wheel battles to the behind-the-scenes responsibilities of race stewardship, HverCraft shares what i…

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HOW GOOD IS RUGBY LEAGUE… THEY SAID 41:31

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this week: the week 1 finals recap - how good was the footy!!! The Roosters and Warriors - up or down in 2026!? We do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! We also talk about our crowd appearance on 100% Footy. As always, …

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 139 - We Talk NRL Season 6 With McNaughty! 1:35:57

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Enjoy EP 139 We chat everything NRL with McNaughty! PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Globular Cluster Mod for PSVR2 Globular Cluster Comfortable Mod for the PSVR2 Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! St…

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100% FINALS 49:27

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this week: our pre-season ladder predictions, how did we go? The bottom 9, how does next year look? Finals footy is here! We do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! We also talk about our crowd appearance on 100% Footy. A…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing Podcast EP 138 - Special Guest Slow Moe Joins us and Todd Goes to the Sim Racing Expo 2025! 1:27:59

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Enjoy Episode 138 featuring special guest Slow Moe, as Todd shares his thoughts on the Sim Racing Expo 2025 and the guys at Fanatec drop a nugget to Todd! PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Globular Cluster Mod fo…

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Ladder Games 37:25

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this week: Up The Milk! Canberra partying like it’s 1990 and the big rush for spots in the top 8 is on - who makes the 4? Who makes the 8? And what match ups are we going to see in week one of the finals? We also talk do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and M…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing Podcast EP 137 - Anniversary Time 3 Years Deep! 1:26:18

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Send us a text Happy Monday! It’s been three years of checkered flags, pit stops, and plenty of laughs! Join the Dumb Guys as they celebrate a major milestone: their third anniversary! Tune in for a celebration of all things racing, and a huge thank you to the listeners who have made it all possible. PDX Sim Shop Merch Shop Extreme Sim Racing Extre…

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Rugby League Remains Undefeated 47:06

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this week: the week that was, on and off the field. We also talk do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! As always, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Podcast and follow us on Instagram, YouTube and …

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 136 - GT7, Gamescom & F1 – Three Things We Barely Understand! 1:06:26

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Friday August 29th The PDX Sim shop goes live check out the Dumb Guys Do Racing Merch! https://pdx-sim-shop.fourthwall.com/ Everything is 10% off for Launch week! Early access password is Launch We hit Gamescom 2025 and it hit back—with GT7 updates, wild sim rig setups, and every major sim racing brand flexing hard. Fro…

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Friday Night Lights 42:13

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! On the agenda this week: the Bulldogs and Warriors in distress, this Friday’s thrillers between the games top 4 teams, the DCE Dream hanging by a thread, Harry Grant - Oscar nominee or Smart Footballer and much much more!!! We also talk do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead …

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 135 - Gran Turismo Meets Detroit Muscle: Vision GT x Chevy 1:35:49

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Send us a text Happy Monday! This week on Dumb Guys Do Racing: We dive into the madness of Car Week where Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi stunned the crowd by unveiling the all-new Chevy Vision GT car. From sim racing dreams to real-world reveals, the Dumb Guys break down what this means for GT7 fans, motorsport lovers, and anyone who thinks…

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ROLL ON RAIDERS 40:38

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! This week, we talk refereeing quality, the Broncos hamstring crisis, Indigenous Round, the Warriors slide, the Sharks struggles and the flair of the Raiders!!! We also talk do team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! As always, please don'…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 134 - From Pit Lane to Pod Lane: Toebeeone Talks GT7 in VR 1:42:19

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Episode 134 – Toebeeone Joins the Grid: GT7, PSVR2 & Sim Shenanigans This week, the Dumb Guys welcome special guest Toebeeone, a GT7 racer tearing up the track in full PSVR2 glory. We dive into the immersive world of virtual racing, swap stories from the sim trenches, and debate whether VR sweat counts as tire wear. Buc…

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Wet Weather Carnage 36:14

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! This week, we talk rogue Panthers trainers, Khawd salutes and rugby league tribalism.The race to the finals is heating up! We look at who will win the minor premiership, who makes the top 4 and whether Michael’s roosters sneak into the top 8? We also talk do team list Tuesdays, prev…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 133 - Survival of the Fittest: GT7's Wild Race C so Good! 1:32:10

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Enjoy EP 133 This week, the Dumb Guys dive headfirst into the glorious chaos of Gran Turismo 7’s Daily Race C — and somehow come out laughing. From bumper-car mayhem to last-lap heroics, this race had it all: drama, strategy, and just enough carnage to keep things spicy. Whether you're a seasoned sim racer or just here …

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Eels V Storm - Post Game Show - 31/08/25 39:37

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Jimmy Smith, Tim Mannah and Brett Kimmorley review tonight's game from Commbank Stadium including the press conferences from Jason Ryles and Craig Bellamy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SEN

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Here Come The Champs 24:47

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Join Michael as he discusses the Panthers surge back into premiership contention, breaks down Round 22 of the NRL season and gives his all important tips. As always, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Podcast and follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @HowGoodIsRugbyLeague and on X (Twitter) @HowGoodIsRL…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 132 - GT7 Update 1.61 Nismo R34 Z - Tune! 1:04:00

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Send us a text Happy Monday! Enjoy EP 132- The GT7 update. Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Globular Cluster Mod for PSVR2 Globular Cluster Comfortable Mod for the PSVR2 Disclaimer: This post contains af…

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Slow News Week 31:45

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It was a quiet week in the NRL, so Michael quickly touches on some player movements and signing news, before jumping straight into an in depth breakdown of Round 21 of the NRL season and give his all important tips. As always, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Podcast and follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @HowGoodIsR…

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Best of The Dumb Guys Do Racing Podcast Flashback Fury: Episode 64 Reloaded 1:17:21

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Send us a text Happy Monday! This week on Dumb Guys Do Racing (Ep 131): We dug deep into the archives (aka hit “scroll”) and unearthed the madness of Episode 64 — now remastered for maximum dumb. Extreme Sim Racing Extreme Sim Racing selling racing simulators, wheel stands and many accessories for the sim racing. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast…

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Final Stretch 27:46

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Join Michael as goes through the NRL ladder and discusses each teams outlook heding into the final eight rounds of the competition. Then Michael breaks down Round 20 of the NRL and gives his all important tips. As always, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Podcast and follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @HowGoodIsRugbyL…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 130 - Is Max Leaving Red Bull Next? 1:01:23

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Send us a text Happy Monday! This week on Dumb Guys Do Racing, Episode 130: We dive helmet-first into the rumor pit with whispers of Max leaving Red Bull, Gran Turismo getting spicy updates, and PSVR2 possibly stepping into Endurance Racing. Buckle up for hot takes, mild facts, and zero filters as we roast F1 politics, drool over sports cars, and a…

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Emphatically Decided 35:57

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Join Michael as he breaks down the State of Origin decider and Queensland's dominant win. Michael lashes the blues for their performance on the biggest stage and outlines whats next for NSW. Michael finishes the podcast by going through Round 19 of the NRL season and gives his all important tips. As always, please don't forget to rate, review and s…

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Dumb Guys Do Racing EP 129 - Back from Break and Ready to Go! 1:00:07

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Send us a text Happy Monday! After a two-week pit stop, the Dumb Guys are back and turbocharged for EP 129! 🎙️ Buckle up as we dive into the latest Gran Turismo 7 VR updates that have us sweating in our sim rigs, swap stories about sim racing setups gone sideways, and go full send on some of our favorite GT car picks right now. We break down what’s…

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Master and Apprentice 42:16

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Join Michael and Emanuel for season 6 of your favourite podcast!!! This week, we preview Origin 3, analyse the team changes and give our Wally Lewis Medal predictions. We also look at the inaugural Perth Bears board and talk the upcoming NRLW. We also run through team list Tuesdays, preview the week ahead and Michael gives his all important tips! A…