Best The CourierMail Podcasts (2025)

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NEW PODCAST: Dear Rachelle 3:27

2M ago3:27

3:27

A killer is on the loose in an Australian country town. Excited for the June long weekend, bubbly 23-year-old Rachelle Childs leaves work, calls her sister, and is dead within hours. Her burning, partially naked body is found nine hours later in bushland on a lonely coastal road. Her killer has never been caught. Now innocent people, once too afrai…

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Introducing - I Swear I Never 6:00

4+ y ago6:00

6:00

Have you ever found yourself in a situation, you swear you never could have predicted? A situation so far from the ordinary that even remembering it feels surreal? Season 2 of I Swear I Never is publishing now, you'll hear from Peter, an ex homicide detective haunted by his past, Tina, a mum who hit rock bottom after a prescription drug addiction a…

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Introducing - On Guard: Stories From Inside Australia's Toughest Prisons 4:30

4+ y ago4:30

4:30

On Guard is a new podcast series that takes you behind behind the scenes to uncover what really goes on behind bars, as former correctional officers share shocking secrets from the frontline working with some of Australia's most infamous criminals. You can get episodes of On Guard, plus a full multimedia experience right now, go to onguardseries.co…

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Trailer: Spear Creek 1:28

6y ago1:28

1:28

In 1978, three friends set out on an Australian outback adventure. Weeks later, their bodies were found in a remote bushland after they’d been hunted down and shot. Spear Creek explores one of Australia’s most forgotten murder mysteries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Trailer: Dead Wrong 1:14

7y ago1:14

1:14

Jeffrey Brooks feared for his life. He believed he was going to be murdered at his workplace - and that those involved would try and make it look like an accident. Not long after, Jeffrey was dead. This is a special investigation by The Courier-Mail’s Kate Kyriacou and Peter Hall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Referees, Titanic turnarounds and busted Broncos 20:56

7y ago20:56

20:56

This week Mike is joined by Courier-Mail Head of Sport Michael Westlake. They talk about referees cleaning up the game and why the NRL should stick to their guns (0:35); Garth Brennan outcoaching Wayne Bennett (3:25); moving Anthony Milford back to fullback (5:40); Phillip Sami dominant performance for the Titans (07:40); why the Warriors and Drago…

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Pangai Jnr and letting foreign rep players play Origin 24:01

7y ago24:01

24:01

This week Greg Davis steps off the bench once more to join Mike to discuss the biggest topics in rugby league. They talk about the possible ramifications of Tevita Pangai Jnr's decision to play for Tonga over NSW (0:40); Pacific nations heritage players dominating rugby league (3:40); the Titan's early problems and relocation talk (7:15); if Penrit…

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Bounce back Broncos and Jarryd Hayne's new dream 13:06

7y ago13:06

13:06

This week Mike is joined by The Courier-Mail's Greg Davis to talk about the Broncos' bounce back win over the Cowboys (0:40), Mitchell Pearce and the resurgent Knights (2:23), the travelling Titans (3:50) and Anthony Griffin's halftime talks (4:40). They then discuss who is the worst team so far this season (6:10) , nominate winners and losers from…

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The tales of woe for the Broncos 17:08

7y ago17:08

17:08

The NRL season is only one week old and already the world is crashing around the Broncos: issues in the halves, wilting forward pack, poor recruitment and a possible end for Sam Thaiday. Mike is joined by The Courier-Mail's Robert 'Crash' Craddock to dissect all the problems in Brisbane. Plus they talk about who should be the next NSW halfback and …

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Bad boys for life: Matt Lodge & Todd Carney 11:27

7y ago11:27

11:27

Mike is joined by Courier-Mail writer Greg Davis talk about why the start of the season can't come soon enough for Broncos prop Matt Lodge and the possible NRL return of Todd Carney. Then they predict the teams to watch this season, and why the Storm could struggle. Plus it's never too early to talk about the Maroons. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Origin edition I: Mr Queenslander Billy Moore 12:48

8y ago12:48

12:48

Mike Colman yarns with Mr Queenslander Billy Moore See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Quade Cooper, Horn v Pacquiao & Come In Spinner 27:45

8+ y ago27:45

27:45

Mike Colman interviews rugby great Quade Cooper about his foray into boxing, talks to Robert Craddock about Australian cricket's newest leg-spin hope and steps into the ring with boxing writer Grantlee Kieza to discuss Horn v Pacquiao and Mundine v Green. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Defender Corey Brown on the Roar's Form Dip and the Road To The Finals 18:12

8+ y ago18:12

18:12

Marco Monteverde chats to Brisbane Roar defender Corey Brown about the Roar's form dip, the rise and rise of the A-League and the road to the finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Brisbane Roar fullback Jack Hingert 19:02

8+ y ago19:02

19:02

Brisbane Roar fullback Jack Hingert tells Marco Monteverde in this week's A-List podcast that his team will relish being underdogs against the in-form Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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A-League Expansion Plans 31:43

8+ y ago31:43

31:43

The Courier-Mail's world game expert Marco Monteverde chats to Queensland football stalwart Miron Bleiberg about A-League expansion plans and the Roar's chances of winning the championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Fishing With Roy Symonds 39:26

8+ y ago39:26

39:26

Mike Colman and Andrew Symonds throw a line into the Ross River, Pete Badel is back from the American NFL trials of two NRL stars, Jim Tucker wraps up the Wallabies year and Marco Monteverde talks about the diving effort of the Roar's Jade North. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Aloisi Slams City Antics 27:27

8+ y ago27:27

27:27

Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi slams Melbourne City and criticises the gamesmanship of Brisbane defender Jade North. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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How Three Straight Draws Will Impact Roar's Season 25:24

8+ y ago25:24

25:24

The Courier-Mail football expert Marco Monteverde and Brisbane Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi discuss Brisbane's three draws in a row and what they mean to the Roar's season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Sweeping Test cricket changes, boxing, basketball & Reds coach Nick Stiles 29:54

8+ y ago29:54

29:54

This week on Colman's Call, Mike talks Test cricket with Robert 'Crash' Craddock; is joined by new Queensland Reds coach Nick Stiles; hears from Greg Davis about the Brisbane Bullets and NBL basketball; and chats to boxing writer Grantlee Kieza about Lucas Browne's failed drugs test and Jeff Horn's next fight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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Has the Wanderers' fortress been torn down? 27:29

8+ y ago27:29

27:29

Are Western Sydney as feared at Spotless Stadium as they were at the intimidating Pirtek Stadium? Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi and Marco Monteverde talk all things A-League ahead of Brisbane's away clash against the Wanderers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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What's Going On With The Aussie Cricket Team? 32:39

8+ y ago32:39

32:39

We look at the problems besetting Australian cricket, dissect an equally unsatisfactory situation at the Socceroos, get some good news about the Wallabies and discuss a very busy week in rugby league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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In-form Roar wary of Reds 30:49

8+ y ago30:49

30:49

In-form Brisbane will be wary of desperate A-League champions Adelaide United on Friday night, Roar assistant coach and former Reds skipper Ross Aloisi tells Marco Monteverde and Sam Phillips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Brad Thorn, rugby league, AFL & boxing 33:52

8+ y ago33:52

33:52

Find out All Blacks and Brisbane Broncos great Brad Thorn's surprising pick as the toughest player he played against in rugby league and get all the latest league, AFL and boxing news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Bring on Tim 29:45

8+ y ago29:45

29:45

Tim Cahill and Melbourne City are coming to Suncorp Stadium on Friday night, and it's a challenge the in-form Brisbane Roar are going to relish, assistant coach Ross Aloisi tells Marco Monteverde and Sam Phillips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Brad Thorn, Todd Carney, Nick Kyrgios & Mundine v Green 36:02

8+ y ago36:02

36:02

All Blacks and Broncos legend Brad Thorn scoffs at Michael Cheika’s claim that the world champions “disrespected” the Wallabies, The Courier-Mail chief league writer Peter Badel urges the NRL to close the door on Todd Carney, tennis expert Paul Malone strips away the hysteria over Nick Kyrgios, and Australia’s top boxing writer Grantlee Kieza recal…

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Aloisi Defends Roar Start 30:03

8+ y ago30:03

30:03

Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi returns for this week’s A-List podcast to tell Marco Monteverde and late arrival Sam Phillips that Brisbane’s first win of the A-League season was a better effort than what a lot of others thought of the performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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NRL Silly Season Signings, Who to Back in The Melbourne Cup & Jeff Horn 32:27

8+ y ago32:27

32:27

Join award-winning sports writer Mike Colman and the experts at The Courier-Mail as they look at the craziest signings of the NRL silly season, check out the new sweetheart of the Melbourne Cup and go toe-to-toe with special guest Jeff Horn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Roar's Shocking Road Trip 22:31

8+ y ago22:31

22:31

Three-time A-League championship winner Shane Stefanutto joins Marco Monteverde for his say on the Roar's shocking Newcastle trip, Tim Cahill's wonder goal and A-League expansion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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Record Crowds, Plenty of Goals & Surprise Results 31:51

8+ y ago31:51

31:51

The A-League season has kicked off with a bang thanks to record crowds, plenty of goals and a couple of surprise results. Hear Brisbane Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi's take on round one and his thoughts on the upcoming weekend of action with Marco Monteverde and Sam Phillips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Brisbane Roar v Melbourne Victory 27:10

8+ y ago27:10

27:10

With their off-field dramas behind them the Roar are ready for a big start to their A-League season against Melbourne Victory on Friday. Get the inside story on Brisbane's preparation from assistant coach Ross Aloisi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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A-League preview 47:55

8+ y ago47:55

47:55

The 12th season of the A-League is about to kick-off. Joining football writer Marco Monteverde and sports nut Sam Phillips to preview the season is Roar assistant coach Ross Aloisi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Courier-Mail

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