The Middle Third with Craig & JP Falvey

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Podcast by The Falvey Brothers

The Middle Third with Craig & JP Falvey

It’s Rugby League… Queensland Style! Are you sick and tired of getting your NRL fix with a distinctly blue flavour? Hosted by brothers Craig & JP Falvey, every Wednesday they will tackle all the big issues in the NRL including the weekend results, the latest news, team updates and more, all while trying not to kill each other!

Latest episodes

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15 April 2026

TMT S4 E10 - Round 6 Report Card

The conversation covers a weekend sports recap, the struggles and decisions of the Dragons, NRL rule changes and decisions, player behavior and injuries, and an NRL Round 6 review. The conversation covered a comprehensive review of recent rugby league games, including player performance analysis, game highlights, and referee decisions. It also included a detailed analysis of team performance, player evaluation, and predictions for the season. The hosts discussed the Queensland Team of the Week and provided insights into the performance of Queensland sides in the top 8. The conversation covers the assessment of the Titans' performance, predictions for Queensland teams in the top eight, and a preview of Round 7 of the NRL. It includes discussions on player performance, team composition, and predictions for upcoming matches.

Takeaways

  • Dragons' challenges and decisions impact team performance
  • NRL rule changes and player behavior are topics of concern Detailed game analysis and player performance evaluation
  • Insights into team performance and predictions for the season Assessment of the Titans' performance and potential
  • Predictions for Queensland teams in the top eight
  • Preview of Round 7 of the NRL

Chapters

  • 00:00 Weekend Sports Recap
  • 13:47 NRL Rule Changes and Decisions
  • 25:36 NRL Round 6 Review
  • 30:42 Cowboys vs. Broncos
  • 36:21 Roosters vs. Sharks
  • 42:39 West Tigers vs. Knights
  • 48:41 Top 8 and Queensland Sides
  • 54:40 Dolphins Performance
  • 01:00:42 Previewing Round 7 of the NRL

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01:09:24

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08 April 2026

TMT S4 E9 - Team 20

The conversation covers recent rugby league events, a review of NRL Round 5, and a discussion on controversial refereeing decisions, player performances, and concerns about referee competence in NRL matches. The conversation covers the Queensland Team of the Week, the bid for a 20th NRL team, the potential expansion of the NRL, the influence of the AFL in Queensland, and the discussion of new NRL teams in various locations. It also delves into the concept of combining the Super League and NRL, the idea of relegation and promotion in the NRL, and a preview of NRL Round Six, including NRL tipping and Super Coach updates.

Takeaways

  • Recent rugby league events
  • Key matches and standout performances
  • Controversial refereeing decisions Expansion of the NRL to new markets is a topic of debate
  • The influence of the AFL in Queensland and the potential for new NRL teams in various locations
  • The concept of combining the Super League and NRL, as well as the idea of relegation and promotion in the NRL

Chapters

  • 00:00 Refereeing Controversy
  • 50:53 New NRL Team in Queensland
  • 56:19 Potential New NRL Teams
  • 01:03:18 AFL Influence in NRL

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01:05:31

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01 April 2026

TMT S4 E8 - Player Power

The conversation covered a weekend recap of NRL action, player injuries, team performance, and coaching decisions. It also delved into the NRLQ expansion, under 20s comp, and the impact of specific player performances. Refereeing controversies and the struggles of specific teams were highlighted, along with the emergence of exciting young talent in the league. The conversation covers the Queensland team selections, the coaching situation at Manly, the influence of player power in the NRL, and the challenges of recruitment in the league. The discussion provides insights into the decision-making process for team selections, the impact of coaching changes, and the dynamics of player influence within NRL clubs. Additionally, it sheds light on the difficulties faced in recruiting and retaining talent within the NRL.

Takeaways

  • Inconsistency in performance
  • Impact of player injuries
  • Refereeing controversies
  • Struggles of specific teams
  • Exciting young talent Queensland team selections
  • Manly's coaching situation
  • Player power in NRL
  • Recruitment challenges in NRL

Chapters

  • 00:00 Titans vs. Dragons Match Analysis
  • 57:48 Recruitment Challenges in NRL

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01:03:03

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25 March 2026

TMT S4 E7 - Self Sabotage

The conversation covers a range of topics including rugby league banter, player signings and extensions, coaching contracts and club management, a review of round three of the NRL, and injury updates and game analysis. The hosts discuss the performance of various teams and players, as well as the implications of player injuries and contract extensions. The conversation covers rugby league drama, club controversy, weekend matchups, the Titans vs. Dragons game, the tipping competition, and the Punish Pick.

Takeaways

  • Insights into player signings and contract extensions
  • Analysis of coaching contracts and club management Rugby league drama and controversy dominate the discussion
  • Insight into weekend matchups and predictions
  • Engagement with the tipping competition and the Punish Pick

Chapters

  • 00:00 Rugby League Banter
  • 07:27 Coaching Contracts and Club Management
  • 20:32 Round Three NRL Review
  • 32:15 Injury Updates and Game Analysis
  • 57:14 Club Controversy
  • 01:08:21 Titans vs. Dragons

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59:47

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18 March 2026

TMT S4 E6 - Pressure

The conversation covers a range of topics including football disappointment, team performance, coaching pressure, Bronson Cherry controversy, State of Origin eligibility, Chad Townsend's trade window comments, and a review of Round 2 with a focus on team performance and coaching. The impact of injuries on team performance, the pressure on coaches, and considerations around the trade window are key takeaways from the discussion. The conversation delves into the pressure on coaches, team performance, and player analysis. It also includes a discussion on super coach strategy and team selection. The analysis provides insights into the challenges faced by coaches, the performance of various teams, and the strategic decisions made by super coach players.

Takeaways

  • Injuries impact team performance
  • Coaching pressure and performance
  • Trade window considerations Coaching Pressure
  • Team Performance
  • Player Analysis

Chapters

  • 00:00 Football Disappointment and Team Performance
  • 07:36 State of Origin Eligibility
  • 18:20 Chad Townsend's Trade Window Comments
  • 31:54 Round 2 Review: Team Performance and Coaching
  • 42:21 Coaching Pressure and Team Performance
  • 01:18:06 Player Analysis and Super Coach Strategy

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01:08:55

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11 March 2026

TMT S4 E5 - The Great Debate

The conversation covers a range of NRL games, player performances, and the potential state of origin team for Queensland. It also delves into the Broncos' performance and the ongoing debate surrounding the team. The hosts discuss the form and selection of players, as well as the challenges faced by the Queensland side. The conversation covers a range of topics including the performance of the Brisbane Broncos, the NRL, and the Super Coach competition. It also includes discussions on specific players, team strategies, and predictions for upcoming games.

Takeaways

  • Player performances and game analysis
  • State of origin team selection
  • Broncos' performance and ongoing debate Brisbane Broncos' performance and the criticism of coach Michael McGuire
  • Discussion on NRL games, team strategies, and player performance
  • Insights into the Super Coach competition and predictions for upcoming games

Chapters

  • 00:00 NRL Game Analysis and Player Performances
  • 19:30 Round One Wash Up: Storm vs. Eels, Warriors vs. Roosters, Broncos vs. Panthers
  • 27:09 Sharkies vs. Titans, Dragons vs. Raiders, Dolphins vs. Rabbitohs
  • 36:33 Brisbane Broncos' Performance and Coach Criticism
  • 51:22 NRL Games, Team Strategies, and Player Performance
  • 59:24 Super Coach Competition and Game Predictions

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