Big Bears Podcast https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast en Perth Bears The official podcast of the Perth Bears. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/6cefddf4-8fc1-11f1-b7c0-67dbcf6c8947/image/430af8dd68136cb2f455c2ba8e780b3a.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Big Bears Podcast https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast no episodic Perth Bears The official podcast of the Perth Bears. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Perth Bears info+693f911641eacf5e81f57235@mg-eu.acast.com Roger Cook: The Bears are an exciting chapter for WA Self confessed leaguie, Premier Roger Cook celebrates the launch of the Bears new jersey revealing why he pursued the new franchise for Perth. Growing up the Premier played Union and league and is proud to be able to provide young boys and girls the opportunity to grow the code and have their own team to barrack for. Mr Cook says the Bears demonstrate the strength of the WA economy and an example of Perth maturing. Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and available wherever you get your podcasts. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full Perth Bears Self confessed leaguie, Premier Roger Cook celebrates the launch of the Bears new jersey revealing why he pursued the new franchise for Perth. Growing up the Premier played Union and league and is proud to be able to provide young boys and girls the opportunity to grow the code and have their own team to barrack for. Mr Cook says the Bears demonstrate the strength of the WA economy and an example of Perth maturing. Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and available wherever you get your podcasts. Self confessed leaguie, Premier Roger Cook celebrates the launch of the Bears new jersey revealing why he pursued the new franchise for Perth. Growing up the Premier played Union and league and is proud to be able to provide young boys and girls the opportunity to grow the code and have their own team to barrack for. Mr Cook says the Bears demonstrate the strength of the WA economy and an example of Perth maturing. Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and available wherever you get your podcasts.

]]> 1288 Les Kiss: From Bear to Wallaby https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/les-kiss-from-bear-to-wallaby Before he takes charge of his first Wallabies training session at North Sydney Oval, Les Kiss joins the Big Bears Podcast for a fascinating conversation about the journey from proud North Sydney Bear Bear to Australia’s national rugby coach. Kiss reflects on the influence rugby league has had on his coaching philosophy, why he believes rugby union has never been more exciting, and the high-performance standards that have shaped his career. Along the way, he shares some brilliant State of Origin stories with rugby league immortal and Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga from being put over for a try to the unforgettable moment Meninga simply carried him across the try line. A must-listen as Les Kiss embarks on the biggest challenge of his coaching career. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Les Kiss: From Bear to Wallaby full Perth Bears <p>Before he takes charge of his first Wallabies training session at North Sydney Oval, Les Kiss joins the Big Bears Podcast for a fascinating conversation about the journey from proud North Sydney Bear Bear to Australia’s national rugby coach.</p><br><p>Kiss reflects on the influence rugby league has had on his coaching philosophy, why he believes rugby union has never been more exciting, and the high-performance standards that have shaped his career.</p><br><p>Along the way, he shares some brilliant State of Origin stories with rugby league immortal and Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga from being put over for a try to the unforgettable moment Meninga simply carried him across the try line.</p><br><p>A must-listen as Les Kiss embarks on the biggest challenge of his coaching career.</p><br><p>Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Before he takes charge of his first Wallabies training session at North Sydney Oval, Les Kiss joins the Big Bears Podcast for a fascinating conversation about the journey from proud North Sydney Bear Bear to Australia’s national rugby coach. Kiss reflects on the influence rugby league has had on his coaching philosophy, why he believes rugby union has never been more exciting, and the high-performance standards that have shaped his career. Along the way, he shares some brilliant State of Origin stories with rugby league immortal and Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga from being put over for a try to the unforgettable moment Meninga simply carried him across the try line. A must-listen as Les Kiss embarks on the biggest challenge of his coaching career. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Before he takes charge of his first Wallabies training session at North Sydney Oval, Les Kiss joins the Big Bears Podcast for a fascinating conversation about the journey from proud North Sydney Bear Bear to Australia’s national rugby coach.


Kiss reflects on the influence rugby league has had on his coaching philosophy, why he believes rugby union has never been more exciting, and the high-performance standards that have shaped his career.


Along the way, he shares some brilliant State of Origin stories with rugby league immortal and Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga from being put over for a try to the unforgettable moment Meninga simply carried him across the try line.


A must-listen as Les Kiss embarks on the biggest challenge of his coaching career.


Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

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]]> 1668 no Jason Taylor: Keeping the Bears alive https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/jason-taylor-keeping-the-bears-alive North Sydney Bears life member Jason Taylor has never given up on seeing the Bears back in the NRL. In a candid conversation, JT reflects on an extraordinary playing career, revealing the secret to never missing a game through injury in the famous red and black, and the relentless work he put into becoming one of rugby league’s greatest kickers. Taylor also opens up about the demise of the North Sydney NRL side and the failed merger season of the Northern Eagles with Manly. He discusses life as an NRL head coach and assistant, and why leading the Bears’ NSW Cup side to the 2023 Grand Final helped keep the club’s proud history front of mind during the push for expansion. Now coaching the Bulldogs’ NSW Cup team, Taylor shares why the Perth Bears means so much to everyone who has worn the jersey. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Jason Taylor: Keeping the Bears alive full Perth Bears <p>North Sydney Bears life member Jason Taylor has never given up on seeing the Bears back in the NRL. </p><br><p>In a candid conversation, JT reflects on an extraordinary playing career, revealing the secret to never missing a game through injury in the famous red and black, and the relentless work he put into becoming one of rugby league’s greatest kickers.</p><br><p>Taylor also opens up about the demise of the North Sydney NRL side and the failed merger season of the Northern Eagles with Manly. </p><br><p>He discusses life as an NRL head coach and assistant, and why leading the Bears’ NSW Cup side to the 2023 Grand Final helped keep the club’s proud history front of mind during the push for expansion.</p><br><p>Now coaching the Bulldogs’ NSW Cup team, Taylor shares why the Perth Bears means so much to everyone who has worn the jersey.</p><br><p>Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> North Sydney Bears life member Jason Taylor has never given up on seeing the Bears back in the NRL. In a candid conversation, JT reflects on an extraordinary playing career, revealing the secret to never missing a game through injury in the famous red and black, and the relentless work he put into becoming one of rugby league’s greatest kickers. Taylor also opens up about the demise of the North Sydney NRL side and the failed merger season of the Northern Eagles with Manly. He discusses life as an NRL head coach and assistant, and why leading the Bears’ NSW Cup side to the 2023 Grand Final helped keep the club’s proud history front of mind during the push for expansion. Now coaching the Bulldogs’ NSW Cup team, Taylor shares why the Perth Bears means so much to everyone who has worn the jersey. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. North Sydney Bears life member Jason Taylor has never given up on seeing the Bears back in the NRL.


In a candid conversation, JT reflects on an extraordinary playing career, revealing the secret to never missing a game through injury in the famous red and black, and the relentless work he put into becoming one of rugby league’s greatest kickers.


Taylor also opens up about the demise of the North Sydney NRL side and the failed merger season of the Northern Eagles with Manly.


He discusses life as an NRL head coach and assistant, and why leading the Bears’ NSW Cup side to the 2023 Grand Final helped keep the club’s proud history front of mind during the push for expansion.


Now coaching the Bulldogs’ NSW Cup team, Taylor shares why the Perth Bears means so much to everyone who has worn the jersey.


Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 2191 no Gerard Neesham: The Dockers Blueprint for the Perth Bears https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/gerard-neesham-the-dockers-blueprint-for-the-perth-bears Gerard Neesham AM knows what it takes to build a club from the ground up. The inaugural Fremantle Dockers coach reflects on the challenges, opportunities and hard decisions involved in launching an expansion team, drawing striking parallels between the Dockers’ birth and the arrival of the Perth Bears in 2027. Neesham also looks back on the Dockers and Perth Reds entering the national sporting landscape in the same year, sharing lessons that remain just as relevant today. Beyond football, he discusses the remarkable success of the Clontarf Foundation, which he founded to improve education, employment and life outcomes for young Aboriginal men. The program has helped shape the lives of thousands of students, including many current NRL and AFL stars. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Gerard Neesham: The Dockers Blueprint for the Perth Bears full Perth Bears <p>Gerard Neesham AM knows what it takes to build a club from the ground up.</p><br><p>The inaugural Fremantle Dockers coach reflects on the challenges, opportunities and hard decisions involved in launching an expansion team, drawing striking parallels between the Dockers’ birth and the arrival of the Perth Bears in 2027.</p><br><p>Neesham also looks back on the Dockers and Perth Reds entering the national sporting landscape in the same year, sharing lessons that remain just as relevant today.</p><br><p>Beyond football, he discusses the remarkable success of the Clontarf Foundation, which he founded to improve education, employment and life outcomes for young Aboriginal men. The program has helped shape the lives of thousands of students, including many current NRL and AFL stars.</p><br><p>Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Gerard Neesham AM knows what it takes to build a club from the ground up. The inaugural Fremantle Dockers coach reflects on the challenges, opportunities and hard decisions involved in launching an expansion team, drawing striking parallels between the Dockers’ birth and the arrival of the Perth Bears in 2027. Neesham also looks back on the Dockers and Perth Reds entering the national sporting landscape in the same year, sharing lessons that remain just as relevant today. Beyond football, he discusses the remarkable success of the Clontarf Foundation, which he founded to improve education, employment and life outcomes for young Aboriginal men. The program has helped shape the lives of thousands of students, including many current NRL and AFL stars. Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Gerard Neesham AM knows what it takes to build a club from the ground up.


The inaugural Fremantle Dockers coach reflects on the challenges, opportunities and hard decisions involved in launching an expansion team, drawing striking parallels between the Dockers’ birth and the arrival of the Perth Bears in 2027.


Neesham also looks back on the Dockers and Perth Reds entering the national sporting landscape in the same year, sharing lessons that remain just as relevant today.


Beyond football, he discusses the remarkable success of the Clontarf Foundation, which he founded to improve education, employment and life outcomes for young Aboriginal men. The program has helped shape the lives of thousands of students, including many current NRL and AFL stars.


Big Bears podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 1714 no NRL Roast: Toasts the Bears https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/nrl-roast-toasts-the-bears Roasty from The NRL Roast joins Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters this week to share passion and love for the game. The self confessed fan boy of the game runs one of the most popular social media rugby league concepts and shares in the excitement of the Perth Bears joining the competition in 2027. Roasty reflects on rugby league’s expansion in the 1990s, why this era feels different, and why he believes the Bears are perfectly placed to become one of the competition’s biggest success stories. Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000 NRL Roast: Toasts the Bears full Perth Bears <p><em>Roasty from The NRL Roast </em>joins Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters this week to share passion and love for the game. </p><br><p>The self confessed fan boy of the game runs one of the most popular social media rugby league concepts and shares in the excitement of the Perth Bears joining the competition in 2027.</p><br><p>Roasty reflects on rugby league’s expansion in the 1990s, why this era feels different, and why he believes the Bears are perfectly placed to become one of the competition’s biggest success stories.</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Roasty from The NRL Roast joins Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters this week to share passion and love for the game. The self confessed fan boy of the game runs one of the most popular social media rugby league concepts and shares in the excitement of the Perth Bears joining the competition in 2027. Roasty reflects on rugby league’s expansion in the 1990s, why this era feels different, and why he believes the Bears are perfectly placed to become one of the competition’s biggest success stories. Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Roasty from The NRL Roast joins Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters this week to share passion and love for the game.


The self confessed fan boy of the game runs one of the most popular social media rugby league concepts and shares in the excitement of the Perth Bears joining the competition in 2027.


Roasty reflects on rugby league’s expansion in the 1990s, why this era feels different, and why he believes the Bears are perfectly placed to become one of the competition’s biggest success stories.


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 1639 no Bite-back: Memberships, jersey + Q&A with the CEO https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/bite-back-memberships-jersey-qa-with-the-ceo More than 20,000 members have signed up as members of the Perth Bears and in this episode of Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters the CEO Anthony de Ceglie answers your questions in Bite Back. Anthony address the recruitment of Gareth Holmes as new GM of football, David Campese’s role in recruiting South African rugby union players as well as addressing more membership options and where the Bears will be playing in round one. The CEO reveals that fans who buy a ticket to Melbourne Storm and Manly Sea Eagles match at HBF Park in Perth on August 8 will be able to buy the inaugural jersey. So sit back and enjoy the podcast, buy your tickets and let’s see you at the game in your brand new bears jersey. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Bite-back: Memberships, jersey + Q&A with the CEO full Perth Bears <p>More than 20,000 members have signed up as members of the Perth Bears and in this episode of Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters the CEO Anthony de Ceglie answers your questions in Bite Back. </p><br><p>Anthony address the recruitment of Gareth Holmes as new GM of football, David Campese’s role in recruiting South African rugby union players as well as addressing more membership options and where the Bears will be playing in round one. </p><br><p>The CEO reveals that fans who buy a ticket to Melbourne Storm and Manly Sea Eagles match at HBF Park in Perth on August 8 will be able to buy the inaugural jersey. </p><br><p>So sit back and enjoy the podcast, buy your tickets and let’s see you at the game in your brand new bears jersey. </p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> More than 20,000 members have signed up as members of the Perth Bears and in this episode of Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters the CEO Anthony de Ceglie answers your questions in Bite Back. Anthony address the recruitment of Gareth Holmes as new GM of football, David Campese’s role in recruiting South African rugby union players as well as addressing more membership options and where the Bears will be playing in round one. The CEO reveals that fans who buy a ticket to Melbourne Storm and Manly Sea Eagles match at HBF Park in Perth on August 8 will be able to buy the inaugural jersey. So sit back and enjoy the podcast, buy your tickets and let’s see you at the game in your brand new bears jersey. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. More than 20,000 members have signed up as members of the Perth Bears and in this episode of Big Bears Podcast thanks to Cash Converters the CEO Anthony de Ceglie answers your questions in Bite Back.


Anthony address the recruitment of Gareth Holmes as new GM of football, David Campese’s role in recruiting South African rugby union players as well as addressing more membership options and where the Bears will be playing in round one.


The CEO reveals that fans who buy a ticket to Melbourne Storm and Manly Sea Eagles match at HBF Park in Perth on August 8 will be able to buy the inaugural jersey.


So sit back and enjoy the podcast, buy your tickets and let’s see you at the game in your brand new bears jersey.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 848 no Justin Rodski: The Melbourne blueprint https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/justin-rodski-the-melbourne-blueprint Storm CEO Justin Rodski is excited to be bringing the club to Perth to host arch rivals Manly on Saturday August 8th - the same time the Bears unveil the playing jersey. Rodski talks about the parallels for the Bears infiltrating AFL cities and how the Storm have built success. He describes the loss of Tyran Wishart and Nick Meaney to Perth as bittersweet as Bears fans get their chance to see two of their recruits run out at HBF Park on August 8. Get your tickets now via Ticketmaster. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Justin Rodski: The Melbourne blueprint full Perth Bears <p>Storm CEO Justin Rodski is excited to be bringing the club to Perth to host arch rivals Manly on Saturday August 8th - the same time the Bears unveil the playing jersey.</p><br><p>Rodski talks about the parallels for the Bears infiltrating AFL cities and how the Storm have built success.</p><br><p>He describes the loss of Tyran Wishart and Nick Meaney to Perth as bittersweet as Bears fans get their chance to see two of their recruits run out at HBF Park on August 8.</p><br><p>Get your tickets now via Ticketmaster.</p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Storm CEO Justin Rodski is excited to be bringing the club to Perth to host arch rivals Manly on Saturday August 8th - the same time the Bears unveil the playing jersey. Rodski talks about the parallels for the Bears infiltrating AFL cities and how the Storm have built success. He describes the loss of Tyran Wishart and Nick Meaney to Perth as bittersweet as Bears fans get their chance to see two of their recruits run out at HBF Park on August 8. Get your tickets now via Ticketmaster. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Storm CEO Justin Rodski is excited to be bringing the club to Perth to host arch rivals Manly on Saturday August 8th - the same time the Bears unveil the playing jersey.


Rodski talks about the parallels for the Bears infiltrating AFL cities and how the Storm have built success.


He describes the loss of Tyran Wishart and Nick Meaney to Perth as bittersweet as Bears fans get their chance to see two of their recruits run out at HBF Park on August 8.


Get your tickets now via Ticketmaster.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 1015 no Phil Rothfield: Why I’m “buzzing” about the Bears https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/phil-rothfield-why-im-buzzing-about-the-bears Legendary rugby league journalist Phil “Buzz” Rothfield is backing the Perth Bears. In the latest episode of The Big Bears Podcast, Buzz explains why the Bears are vital to the game’s future, how a team in Perth can unlock new growth for rugby league, and why fans across the competition should be excited. Now happily retired but still consuming rugby league seven days a week, Buzz reflects on every club expansion of the past three decades, the lessons learned along the way, and why he believes the Perth Bears will be a win not just for WA, but for the entire NRL. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Phil Rothfield: Why I’m “buzzing” about the Bears full Perth Bears <p>Legendary rugby league journalist Phil “Buzz” Rothfield is backing the Perth Bears.</p><br><p>In the latest episode of <em>The Big Bears Podcast</em>, Buzz explains why the Bears are vital to the game’s future, how a team in Perth can unlock new growth for rugby league, and why fans across the competition should be excited. Now happily retired but still consuming rugby league seven days a week, Buzz reflects on every club expansion of the past three decades, the lessons learned along the way, and why he believes the Perth Bears will be a win not just for WA, but for the entire NRL.</p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Legendary rugby league journalist Phil “Buzz” Rothfield is backing the Perth Bears. In the latest episode of The Big Bears Podcast, Buzz explains why the Bears are vital to the game’s future, how a team in Perth can unlock new growth for rugby league, and why fans across the competition should be excited. Now happily retired but still consuming rugby league seven days a week, Buzz reflects on every club expansion of the past three decades, the lessons learned along the way, and why he believes the Perth Bears will be a win not just for WA, but for the entire NRL. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Legendary rugby league journalist Phil “Buzz” Rothfield is backing the Perth Bears.


In the latest episode of The Big Bears Podcast, Buzz explains why the Bears are vital to the game’s future, how a team in Perth can unlock new growth for rugby league, and why fans across the competition should be excited. Now happily retired but still consuming rugby league seven days a week, Buzz reflects on every club expansion of the past three decades, the lessons learned along the way, and why he believes the Perth Bears will be a win not just for WA, but for the entire NRL.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 930 no Daniel Dickson: Bear Force One here we come https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/daniel-dickson-bear-force-one-here-we-come Perth Bears board member and North Sydney Bears Chairman Daniel Dickson reveals plans to charter “Bear Force One” to fly east coast fans to WA for game one. In this episode Dickson reveals why he never gave up on the desire of the Bears to return from rugby league obscurity and why fans will follow in droves. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Daniel Dickson: Bear Force One here we come full Perth Bears <p>Perth Bears board member and North Sydney Bears Chairman Daniel Dickson reveals plans to charter “Bear Force One” to fly east coast fans to WA for game one. </p><br><p>In this episode Dickson reveals why he never gave up on the desire of the Bears to return from rugby league obscurity and why fans will follow in droves. </p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Perth Bears board member and North Sydney Bears Chairman Daniel Dickson reveals plans to charter “Bear Force One” to fly east coast fans to WA for game one. In this episode Dickson reveals why he never gave up on the desire of the Bears to return from rugby league obscurity and why fans will follow in droves. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Perth Bears board member and North Sydney Bears Chairman Daniel Dickson reveals plans to charter “Bear Force One” to fly east coast fans to WA for game one.


In this episode Dickson reveals why he never gave up on the desire of the Bears to return from rugby league obscurity and why fans will follow in droves.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts

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]]> 1320 no Dean Ritchie: Bulldog in the Bear Cave https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/dean-ritchie-bulldog-in-the-bear-cave Code Sports and Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Dean “Bulldog” Ritchie has entered the Bear cave touring the Perth HQ and joining coach Mal Meninga in Karratha at Junior Gala Day. Bulldog has seen where the Bears will be training when the squad gathers later this year in Perth and interviewed WA Premier Roger Cook. In this podcast, Bulldog is taken back by the level of interest in memberships and the number of juniors playing rugby league in WA. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0000 Dean Ritchie: Bulldog in the Bear Cave full Perth Bears <p>Code Sports and Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Dean “Bulldog” Ritchie has entered the Bear cave touring the Perth HQ and joining coach Mal Meninga in Karratha at Junior Gala Day.</p><br><p>Bulldog has seen where the Bears will be training when the squad gathers later this year in Perth and interviewed WA Premier Roger Cook. </p><br><p>In this podcast, Bulldog is taken back by the level of interest in memberships and the number of juniors playing rugby league in WA. </p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Code Sports and Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Dean “Bulldog” Ritchie has entered the Bear cave touring the Perth HQ and joining coach Mal Meninga in Karratha at Junior Gala Day. Bulldog has seen where the Bears will be training when the squad gathers later this year in Perth and interviewed WA Premier Roger Cook. In this podcast, Bulldog is taken back by the level of interest in memberships and the number of juniors playing rugby league in WA. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Code Sports and Daily Telegraph rugby league journalist Dean “Bulldog” Ritchie has entered the Bear cave touring the Perth HQ and joining coach Mal Meninga in Karratha at Junior Gala Day.


Bulldog has seen where the Bears will be training when the squad gathers later this year in Perth and interviewed WA Premier Roger Cook.


In this podcast, Bulldog is taken back by the level of interest in memberships and the number of juniors playing rugby league in WA.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

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]]> 931 no James Bracey: Perth Bears board member and Nine’s Chief NRL Host https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/james-bracey-perth-bears-board-member-and-nines-chief-nrl-ho Self confessed Bears tragic James Bracey is living the dream as Channel Nine’s chief NRL host and now Perth Bears board member. In a candid chat, Brace opens up on that clash with Paul Gallen on 100% Footy over the Bears recruitment thus far detailing conversations he’s had with ARLC Chair Peter V’Landys. Brace and Oly discuss the huge number of fans who pledged their support and signed up as foundation members Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 -0000 James Bracey: Perth Bears board member and Nine’s Chief NRL Host full Perth Bears <p>Self confessed Bears tragic James Bracey is living the dream as Channel Nine’s chief NRL host and now Perth Bears board member. </p><br><p>In a candid chat, Brace opens up on that clash with Paul Gallen on 100% Footy over the Bears recruitment thus far detailing conversations he’s had with ARLC Chair Peter V’Landys. </p><br><p>Brace and Oly discuss the huge number of fans who pledged their support and signed up as foundation members </p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Self confessed Bears tragic James Bracey is living the dream as Channel Nine’s chief NRL host and now Perth Bears board member. In a candid chat, Brace opens up on that clash with Paul Gallen on 100% Footy over the Bears recruitment thus far detailing conversations he’s had with ARLC Chair Peter V’Landys. Brace and Oly discuss the huge number of fans who pledged their support and signed up as foundation members Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Self confessed Bears tragic James Bracey is living the dream as Channel Nine’s chief NRL host and now Perth Bears board member.


In a candid chat, Brace opens up on that clash with Paul Gallen on 100% Footy over the Bears recruitment thus far detailing conversations he’s had with ARLC Chair Peter V’Landys.


Brace and Oly discuss the huge number of fans who pledged their support and signed up as foundation members


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


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]]> 1236 no Mitch Cook: Building the Pathway with Brisbane Tigers CEO https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/mitch-cook-building-the-pathway-with-brisbane-tigers-ceo Welcome to the latest episode of the Big Bears Podcast, thanks to Cash Converters! This week, host Ollie Peterson sits down with Brisbane Tigers CEO Mitch Cook to dissect our exciting new feeder club partnership. We explore how to win over an AFL town, get the latest launch details for the Bears Tracks Academy QLD this July, and look at the pathway talent heading to Perth for the 2027 preseason. Drop your questions below for our next community Biteback session! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Thu, 21 May 2026 02:00:00 -0000 Mitch Cook: Building the Pathway with Brisbane Tigers CEO full Perth Bears <p>Welcome to the latest episode of the Big Bears Podcast, thanks to Cash Converters!</p><br><p>This week, host Ollie Peterson sits down with Brisbane Tigers CEO Mitch Cook to dissect our exciting new feeder club partnership. We explore how to win over an AFL town, get the latest launch details for the Bears Tracks Academy QLD this July, and look at the pathway talent heading to Perth for the 2027 preseason.</p><br><p>Drop your questions below for our next community Biteback session!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Welcome to the latest episode of the Big Bears Podcast, thanks to Cash Converters! This week, host Ollie Peterson sits down with Brisbane Tigers CEO Mitch Cook to dissect our exciting new feeder club partnership. We explore how to win over an AFL town, get the latest launch details for the Bears Tracks Academy QLD this July, and look at the pathway talent heading to Perth for the 2027 preseason. Drop your questions below for our next community Biteback session! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Welcome to the latest episode of the Big Bears Podcast, thanks to Cash Converters!


This week, host Ollie Peterson sits down with Brisbane Tigers CEO Mitch Cook to dissect our exciting new feeder club partnership. We explore how to win over an AFL town, get the latest launch details for the Bears Tracks Academy QLD this July, and look at the pathway talent heading to Perth for the 2027 preseason.


Drop your questions below for our next community Biteback session!


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]]> 851 no Gareth Holmes: North Sydney Heritage and Elite Pathways https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/gareth-holmes This week on Big Bears Podcast, we sit down with North Sydney Bears CEO Gareth Holmes to discuss the heritage ties between the North Sydney and Perth Bears. Gareth speaks about the official announcement of the Perth Bears one year ago and why North Sydney Oval will become a vital "home away from home" for the Perth Bears in 2027. We dive deep into the strategic partnership between our two clubs, explaining how we’ve officially removed the "dead ends" in the junior system to create a truly elite pathway from Coast-to-Coast. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Gareth Holmes: North Sydney Heritage and Elite Pathways full Perth Bears <p>This week on <strong>Big Bears Podcast</strong>, we sit down with North Sydney Bears CEO <strong>Gareth Holmes</strong> to discuss the heritage ties between the North Sydney and Perth Bears.</p><br><p>Gareth speaks about the official announcement of the Perth Bears one year ago and why North Sydney Oval will become a vital "home away from home" for the Perth Bears in 2027. We dive deep into the strategic partnership between our two clubs, explaining how we’ve officially removed the "dead ends" in the junior system to create a truly elite pathway from Coast-to-Coast.</p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> This week on Big Bears Podcast, we sit down with North Sydney Bears CEO Gareth Holmes to discuss the heritage ties between the North Sydney and Perth Bears. Gareth speaks about the official announcement of the Perth Bears one year ago and why North Sydney Oval will become a vital "home away from home" for the Perth Bears in 2027. We dive deep into the strategic partnership between our two clubs, explaining how we’ve officially removed the "dead ends" in the junior system to create a truly elite pathway from Coast-to-Coast. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This week on Big Bears Podcast, we sit down with North Sydney Bears CEO Gareth Holmes to discuss the heritage ties between the North Sydney and Perth Bears.


Gareth speaks about the official announcement of the Perth Bears one year ago and why North Sydney Oval will become a vital "home away from home" for the Perth Bears in 2027. We dive deep into the strategic partnership between our two clubs, explaining how we’ve officially removed the "dead ends" in the junior system to create a truly elite pathway from Coast-to-Coast.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


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]]> 892 no Ben Gardiner: Penrith Panthers Premierships, Toa Samoa & The Bears’ DNA https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/penrith-panthers-premierships-toa-samoa-the-bears-dna This week, we sat down with Perth Bears Assistant Coach and Toa Samoa Head Coach, Ben Gardiner. Fresh off back-to-back 23’ and 24’ Premierships at Penrith, Ben breaks down the "contemporary coaching" philosophy he is bringing to Western Australia. He dives into recruitment, his career and coaching the Toa Samoa team - this is a masterclass in what it takes to be a trailblazer in the NRL. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Ben Gardiner: Penrith Panthers Premierships, Toa Samoa & The Bears’ DNA full Perth Bears <p>This week, we sat down with Perth Bears Assistant Coach and Toa Samoa Head Coach, Ben Gardiner. Fresh off back-to-back 23’ and 24’ Premierships at Penrith, Ben breaks down the "contemporary coaching" philosophy he is bringing to Western Australia.</p><br><p>He dives into recruitment, his career and coaching the Toa Samoa team - this is a masterclass in what it takes to be a trailblazer in the NRL.</p><br><p>Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> This week, we sat down with Perth Bears Assistant Coach and Toa Samoa Head Coach, Ben Gardiner. Fresh off back-to-back 23’ and 24’ Premierships at Penrith, Ben breaks down the "contemporary coaching" philosophy he is bringing to Western Australia. He dives into recruitment, his career and coaching the Toa Samoa team - this is a masterclass in what it takes to be a trailblazer in the NRL. Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This week, we sat down with Perth Bears Assistant Coach and Toa Samoa Head Coach, Ben Gardiner. Fresh off back-to-back 23’ and 24’ Premierships at Penrith, Ben breaks down the "contemporary coaching" philosophy he is bringing to Western Australia.


He dives into recruitment, his career and coaching the Toa Samoa team - this is a masterclass in what it takes to be a trailblazer in the NRL.


Have a question you want the club to answer? Drop it in the comments!


Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.

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]]> 1795 no Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/qa-special-bite-back-with-the-ceo We have Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie back in the studio for the first Bite-Back special episode. From memberships, to jerseys, to why our Mascot is named Kodi - Anthony answers some of your burning questions. Have one of your own? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Q&A special: Bite-back with the CEO full Perth Bears <p>We have Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie back in the studio for the first Bite-Back special episode. From memberships, to jerseys, to why our Mascot is named Kodi - Anthony answers some of your burning questions.</p><br><p>Have one of your own? Drop it in the comments!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> We have Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie back in the studio for the first Bite-Back special episode. From memberships, to jerseys, to why our Mascot is named Kodi - Anthony answers some of your burning questions. Have one of your own? Drop it in the comments! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. We have Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie back in the studio for the first Bite-Back special episode. From memberships, to jerseys, to why our Mascot is named Kodi - Anthony answers some of your burning questions.


Have one of your own? Drop it in the comments!


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]]> 568 no Dane Campbell: Building the NRL roster and players for the future https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/needs-title In this episode of Big Bears Podcast, we are joined by the man tasked with one of the biggest jobs in Australian sport: Player Recruitment Manager Dane Campbell. Dane talks about his playing career, his time working for the Storm and Cowboys, to building a long-term recruitment strategy for the Bears. He also answers some of your questions in our ‘Bite Back’ segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Dane Campbell: Building the NRL roster and players for the future full Perth Bears <p>In this episode of Big Bears Podcast, we are joined by the man tasked with one of the biggest jobs in Australian sport: Player Recruitment Manager Dane Campbell.</p><br><p>Dane talks about his playing career, his time working for the Storm and Cowboys, to building a long-term recruitment strategy for the Bears. He also answers some of your questions in our ‘Bite Back’ segment.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> In this episode of Big Bears Podcast, we are joined by the man tasked with one of the biggest jobs in Australian sport: Player Recruitment Manager Dane Campbell. Dane talks about his playing career, his time working for the Storm and Cowboys, to building a long-term recruitment strategy for the Bears. He also answers some of your questions in our ‘Bite Back’ segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. In this episode of Big Bears Podcast, we are joined by the man tasked with one of the biggest jobs in Australian sport: Player Recruitment Manager Dane Campbell.


Dane talks about his playing career, his time working for the Storm and Cowboys, to building a long-term recruitment strategy for the Bears. He also answers some of your questions in our ‘Bite Back’ segment.


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]]> 2249 no Blake Solly, Rabbitohs CEO: NRL expansion, the Bennett effect and 2027 rivalries https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/blake-solly-rabbitohs-ceo-nrl-expansion-the-bennett-effect-a We caught up with Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly ahead of their Perth home game at the Double Header last weekend. For the last 20 years, the Rabbitohs have long been supporters of bringing NRL to WA. Now, as we prepare to enter the arena in 2027, Blake opens up about the shared history, the effect of NRL expansion, and why the game isn't truly national without a team in Perth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Blake Solly, Rabbitohs CEO: NRL expansion, the Bennett effect and 2027 rivalries full Perth Bears <p>We caught up with Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly ahead of their Perth home game at the Double Header last weekend.</p><br><p>For the last 20 years, the Rabbitohs have long been supporters of bringing NRL to WA. Now, as we prepare to enter the arena in 2027, Blake opens up about the shared history, the effect of NRL expansion, and why the game isn't truly national without a team in Perth.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> We caught up with Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly ahead of their Perth home game at the Double Header last weekend. For the last 20 years, the Rabbitohs have long been supporters of bringing NRL to WA. Now, as we prepare to enter the arena in 2027, Blake opens up about the shared history, the effect of NRL expansion, and why the game isn't truly national without a team in Perth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. We caught up with Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly ahead of their Perth home game at the Double Header last weekend.


For the last 20 years, the Rabbitohs have long been supporters of bringing NRL to WA. Now, as we prepare to enter the arena in 2027, Blake opens up about the shared history, the effect of NRL expansion, and why the game isn't truly national without a team in Perth.

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]]> 1285 no Mal Meninga: Why Mal’s recruiting international big bears and what makes a marquee? https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/mal-meninga Representing your country is the highest honour in the game. Find out why Mal Meninga has so far recruited three England internationals all from Leeds. The coach explains the strategy behind formulating our inaugural trailblazing squad and addresses what attributes he looks for in a marquee footballer. Mal also answers a series of questions from you in bite back!&nbsp; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Mal Meninga: Why Mal’s recruiting international big bears and what makes a marquee? full Perth Bears Representing your country is the highest honour in the game. Find out why Mal Meninga has so far recruited three England internationals all from Leeds. The coach explains the strategy behind formulating our inaugural trailblazing squad and addresses what attributes he looks for in a marquee footballer. Mal also answers a series of questions from you in bite back!&nbsp;<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Representing your country is the highest honour in the game. Find out why Mal Meninga has so far recruited three England internationals all from Leeds. The coach explains the strategy behind formulating our inaugural trailblazing squad and addresses what attributes he looks for in a marquee footballer. Mal also answers a series of questions from you in bite back!&nbsp; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 1706 no Greg Florimo: North Sydney history, running over Mal Meninga and a new book! https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/greg-florimo-north-sydney-history-running-over-mal-meninga-a Rugby League is built on legends, and they don't come much bigger than&nbsp;Greg Florimo. On today's Big Bears Podcast, Flo takes us back to the golden era at North Sydney Oval, including the day he invited the entire crowd onto the field after beating Manly and on-field hits with Mal Meninga. But it’s not all nostalgia. Greg gives us an exclusive look at his upcoming book and why the "Perth Bears" will be a "powerhouse" from day one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0000 Greg Florimo: North Sydney history, running over Mal Meninga and a new book! full Perth Bears Rugby League is built on legends, and they don't come much bigger than&nbsp;Greg Florimo. On today's Big Bears Podcast, Flo takes us back to the golden era at North Sydney Oval, including the day he invited the entire crowd onto the field after beating Manly and on-field hits with Mal Meninga. But it’s not all nostalgia. Greg gives us an exclusive look at his upcoming book and why the "Perth Bears" will be a "powerhouse" from day one.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Rugby League is built on legends, and they don't come much bigger than&nbsp;Greg Florimo. On today's Big Bears Podcast, Flo takes us back to the golden era at North Sydney Oval, including the day he invited the entire crowd onto the field after beating Manly and on-field hits with Mal Meninga. But it’s not all nostalgia. Greg gives us an exclusive look at his upcoming book and why the "Perth Bears" will be a "powerhouse" from day one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 935 no Mark Arena: Wildcats, NBL and sport in WA https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/mark-arena-wildcats-nbl-and-sport-in-wa This week, we chat to Mark Arena, the tech entrepreneur turned owner of the Perth Wildcats, to discuss what it takes to build a sporting powerhouse in Western Australia. As the Perth Bears prepare for their 2027 NRL debut, Mark shares the "community-first" philosophy that turned the Wildcats into the hottest ticket in town. From the importance of school visits to the power of a unified identity, this is a masterclass in building a sports legacy that lasts generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:47 -0000 Mark Arena: Wildcats, NBL and sport in WA full Perth Bears <p>This week, we chat to Mark Arena, the tech entrepreneur turned owner of the Perth Wildcats, to discuss what it takes to build a sporting powerhouse in Western Australia.</p><br><p>As the Perth Bears prepare for their 2027 NRL debut, Mark shares the "community-first" philosophy that turned the Wildcats into the hottest ticket in town. From the importance of school visits to the power of a unified identity, this is a masterclass in building a sports legacy that lasts generations.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> This week, we chat to Mark Arena, the tech entrepreneur turned owner of the Perth Wildcats, to discuss what it takes to build a sporting powerhouse in Western Australia. As the Perth Bears prepare for their 2027 NRL debut, Mark shares the "community-first" philosophy that turned the Wildcats into the hottest ticket in town. From the importance of school visits to the power of a unified identity, this is a masterclass in building a sports legacy that lasts generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This week, we chat to Mark Arena, the tech entrepreneur turned owner of the Perth Wildcats, to discuss what it takes to build a sporting powerhouse in Western Australia.


As the Perth Bears prepare for their 2027 NRL debut, Mark shares the "community-first" philosophy that turned the Wildcats into the hottest ticket in town. From the importance of school visits to the power of a unified identity, this is a masterclass in building a sports legacy that lasts generations.

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]]> 1188 no Peter Cumins: A lifetime of League https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/peter-cumins-a-lifetime-of-league Meet the man leading the charge for the NRL in WA: Peter Cumins joins the podcast this week! Perth Bears Board Member, Executive Deputy Chairman of Cash Converters and a long-time champion of rugby league, Peter has been the backbone of the game’s growth in WA for years. In this episode, we dive into his childhood and what led him to become such a die-hard supporter of the game. Peter opens up candidly on the long, determined journey toward finally securing an NRL team in Western Australia, sharing the grit and persistence required behind the scenes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Peter Cumins: A lifetime of League full Perth Bears <p>Meet the man leading the charge for the NRL in WA: Peter Cumins joins the podcast this week!</p><br><p>Perth Bears Board Member, Executive Deputy Chairman of Cash Converters and a long-time champion of rugby league, Peter has been the backbone of the game’s growth in WA for years.</p><br><p>In this episode, we dive into his childhood and what led him to become such a die-hard supporter of the game. Peter opens up candidly on the long, determined journey toward finally securing an NRL team in Western Australia, sharing the grit and persistence required behind the scenes.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Meet the man leading the charge for the NRL in WA: Peter Cumins joins the podcast this week! Perth Bears Board Member, Executive Deputy Chairman of Cash Converters and a long-time champion of rugby league, Peter has been the backbone of the game’s growth in WA for years. In this episode, we dive into his childhood and what led him to become such a die-hard supporter of the game. Peter opens up candidly on the long, determined journey toward finally securing an NRL team in Western Australia, sharing the grit and persistence required behind the scenes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Meet the man leading the charge for the NRL in WA: Peter Cumins joins the podcast this week!


Perth Bears Board Member, Executive Deputy Chairman of Cash Converters and a long-time champion of rugby league, Peter has been the backbone of the game’s growth in WA for years.


In this episode, we dive into his childhood and what led him to become such a die-hard supporter of the game. Peter opens up candidly on the long, determined journey toward finally securing an NRL team in Western Australia, sharing the grit and persistence required behind the scenes.

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]]> 1126 no Billy Moore: The Bears, State of Origin, and 2026 NRL predictions https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/billy-moore Billy Moore - the Bear, the Queenslander and now restaurateur joins us on the pod this week! We dive into his storied career in Rugby League, the "Queenslander" spirit, and what you should order at his prize-winning restaurant. Plus, Billy&nbsp;gives us his bold prediction for the 2026 season&nbsp;winner. Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Billy Moore: The Bears, State of Origin, and 2026 NRL predictions full Perth Bears <p>Billy Moore - the Bear, the Queenslander and now restaurateur joins us on the pod this week!</p><br><p>We dive into his storied career in Rugby League, the "Queenslander" spirit, and what you should order at his prize-winning restaurant. Plus, Billy&nbsp;gives us his bold prediction for the 2026 season&nbsp;winner.</p><br><p>Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Billy Moore - the Bear, the Queenslander and now restaurateur joins us on the pod this week! We dive into his storied career in Rugby League, the "Queenslander" spirit, and what you should order at his prize-winning restaurant. Plus, Billy&nbsp;gives us his bold prediction for the 2026 season&nbsp;winner. Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Billy Moore - the Bear, the Queenslander and now restaurateur joins us on the pod this week!


We dive into his storied career in Rugby League, the "Queenslander" spirit, and what you should order at his prize-winning restaurant. Plus, Billy gives us his bold prediction for the 2026 season winner.


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]]> 1193 no Christina Matthews: Making an NRL dynasty in WA https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/christina-matthews-making-an-nrl-dynasty-in-wa This week, we sit down with Hall of Fame cricketer, former CEO of WA Cricket, and Perth Bears Board Member, Christina Matthews to discuss her career in sport (on and off the field!), the mindset for creating winners and her role in bringing players over! Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Christina Matthews: Making an NRL dynasty in WA full Perth Bears <p>This week, we sit down with Hall of Fame cricketer, former CEO of WA Cricket, and Perth Bears Board Member, Christina Matthews to discuss her career in sport (on and off the field!), the mindset for creating winners and her role in bringing players over!</p><br><p>Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> This week, we sit down with Hall of Fame cricketer, former CEO of WA Cricket, and Perth Bears Board Member, Christina Matthews to discuss her career in sport (on and off the field!), the mindset for creating winners and her role in bringing players over! Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This week, we sit down with Hall of Fame cricketer, former CEO of WA Cricket, and Perth Bears Board Member, Christina Matthews to discuss her career in sport (on and off the field!), the mindset for creating winners and her role in bringing players over!


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]]> 1702 no David Sharpe: Inside the Perth Bears Recruitment Strategy https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/david-sharpe David Sharpe, GM of Football, joins the pod to pull back the curtain on the Perth Bears' recruitment strategy. Plus, we answer some of your questions on our ‘Bite Back’ Q&A segment! Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 David Sharpe: Inside the Perth Bears Recruitment Strategy full Perth Bears <p>David Sharpe, GM of Football, joins the pod to pull back the curtain on the Perth Bears' recruitment strategy. Plus, we answer some of your questions on our ‘Bite Back’ Q&amp;A segment!</p><br><p>Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> David Sharpe, GM of Football, joins the pod to pull back the curtain on the Perth Bears' recruitment strategy. Plus, we answer some of your questions on our ‘Bite Back’ Q&A segment! Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. David Sharpe, GM of Football, joins the pod to pull back the curtain on the Perth Bears' recruitment strategy. Plus, we answer some of your questions on our ‘Bite Back’ Q&A segment!


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]]> 882 no Matt Fuller: Western Reds, advice for our players and WA talent pathways https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/matt-fuller-western-reds-advice-for-our-players-and-wa-talen Most memorable try? Running out at the iconic WACA ground? Matt ‘Sheep’ Fuller&nbsp;opens up about his playing career for the Western Reds and offers advice for players moving to WA for our 2027 season. Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Matt Fuller: Western Reds, advice for our players and WA talent pathways full Perth Bears <p>Most memorable try? Running out at the iconic WACA ground? </p><p>Matt ‘Sheep’ Fuller&nbsp;opens up about his playing career for the Western Reds and offers advice for players moving to WA for our 2027 season.</p><br><p>Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Most memorable try? Running out at the iconic WACA ground? Matt ‘Sheep’ Fuller&nbsp;opens up about his playing career for the Western Reds and offers advice for players moving to WA for our 2027 season. Want to ask a question on Big Bears Podcast? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is brought to you by Cash Converters and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Most memorable try? Running out at the iconic WACA ground?

Matt ‘Sheep’ Fuller opens up about his playing career for the Western Reds and offers advice for players moving to WA for our 2027 season.


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]]> 1000 no Ian Millward: Building our Elite Pathways https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/ian-millward-building-our-elite-pathways Rugby League legend and Perth Bears Elite Pathways Manager Ian Millward joins us on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters.&nbsp; From scouting talent and building elite pathways for junior players, it is all covered in this week’s episode. Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Ian Millward: Building our Elite Pathways full Perth Bears <p>Rugby League legend and Perth Bears Elite Pathways Manager Ian Millward joins us on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters.&nbsp;</p><br><p>From scouting talent and building elite pathways for junior players, it is all covered in this week’s episode.</p><br><p>Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Rugby League legend and Perth Bears Elite Pathways Manager Ian Millward joins us on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters.&nbsp; From scouting talent and building elite pathways for junior players, it is all covered in this week’s episode. Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Rugby League legend and Perth Bears Elite Pathways Manager Ian Millward joins us on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters. 


From scouting talent and building elite pathways for junior players, it is all covered in this week’s episode.


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]]> 1119 no Anthony De Ceglie, CEO: “Perth deserves an NRL team” https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/anthony-de-ceglie-ceo-perth-deserves-an-nrl-team This week on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, we hear from Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie on why he took the job and what fans can expect from the club in the coming months. Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0000 Anthony De Ceglie, CEO: “Perth deserves an NRL team” full Perth Bears <p>This week on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, we hear from Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie on why he took the job and what fans can expect from the club in the coming months.</p><br><p>Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below!</p><br><p>Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> This week on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, we hear from Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie on why he took the job and what fans can expect from the club in the coming months. Want to ask us a question? Drop it in the comments below! Big Bears Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This week on Big Bears Podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, we hear from Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie on why he took the job and what fans can expect from the club in the coming months.


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]]> 1053 no Dave Carnovale: “Could I do something that looked like the Bears never left?” https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/dave-carnovale Big Bears Podcast brought to you by Cash Converters, is back for another episode. Joined by the man who gave us our logo, Dave Carnovale talks all things logos and the journey which led to our iconic Perth Bear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:18:23 -0000 Dave Carnovale: “Could I do something that looked like the Bears never left?” full Perth Bears <p>Big Bears Podcast brought to you by Cash Converters, is back for another episode.</p><br><p>Joined by the man who gave us our logo, Dave Carnovale talks all things logos and the journey which led to our iconic Perth Bear.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Big Bears Podcast brought to you by Cash Converters, is back for another episode. Joined by the man who gave us our logo, Dave Carnovale talks all things logos and the journey which led to our iconic Perth Bear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Big Bears Podcast brought to you by Cash Converters, is back for another episode.


Joined by the man who gave us our logo, Dave Carnovale talks all things logos and the journey which led to our iconic Perth Bear.


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]]> 820 no Mal Meninga: "We are putting together a winning team for WA” https://shows.acast.com/the-perth-bears-podcast/episodes/mal-meninga-we-are-putting-together-a-winning-team-for-wa The Perth Bears official podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, kicks off with an exclusive interview with Head Coach and NRL Immortal Mal Meninga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:22:51 -0000 Mal Meninga: "We are putting together a winning team for WA” full Perth Bears The Perth Bears official podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, kicks off with an exclusive interview with Head Coach and NRL Immortal Mal Meninga.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> The Perth Bears official podcast, brought to you by Cash Converters, kicks off with an exclusive interview with Head Coach and NRL Immortal Mal Meninga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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