Set Restart RL

#20 - It was brutal!

July 07, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

We're very excited to bring you our superb conversation with Hull FC legend Keith Tindall. Keith takes us down memory lane and describes his brutal route into the first team at Hull FC. It really is an eye opener into how the game was played back then and gives us a great insight into the world class players Keith played alongisde. Oh yeah, how could we not talk about that Challenge Cup final at Wembley...

#19 - International game needs a lot of work

June 22, 2021 16:03 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MB

It's good to be back talking all things rugby league! In this episode, Joe and Craig chat about the England versus the All Stars game and whether or not a more permanent series is needed to give England the challenge that they'd need in the run up to a world cup. The boys also discuss Jake Connor's inclusion in the All Stars squad. A quick review of the form of Hull KR and Hull FC leads into a chat about the forthcoming derby game before the episode ends with a reveal of next week's guest....

#18 - A missed opportunity by the RFL?

May 06, 2021 08:30 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

In this episode, Joe and Craig felt compelled to discuss the incident during the Wigan v Hull FC game on Thursday 29 April in which FC's Andre Savelio reported an incident involving Wigan's Tony Clubb and an alleged racial slur. In the week following, the RFLs Operational Rules Tribunal found Clubb guilty an imposed an eight match ban plus a £500 fine. Wigan also hit Clubb with a two-weeks wage fine too. Joe and Craig discuss how they felt that the RFL missed an opportunity to send out a s...

#17 - The future is bright for Hull KR

April 30, 2021 13:39 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Well the one you've all been waiting for is finally here... this weeks bonus episode is with Hull KR's Head of Youth, John Bastian. Throughout this episode John's infectious passion for rugby league is evident and he certainly made us feel excited about the future of our sport. John gives us a great insight into how he developed into one of the sports most renowned developers of young talent. He's held similar successful roles at Leeds Rhinos, Warrington Wolves and Bradford Bulls which shows...

#16 - Washy wins the cup for FC in 2016

April 27, 2021 14:27 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

**IMPORTANT NOTE** - we experienced some issues with audio during this recording and apologise for any interrupted listening this causes. This week we're joined by current York City Knights rugby league player, Danny Washbrook. Washy talks to us about both of his spells with hometown club, Hull FC, despite starting his RL scholarship at Hull KR. In part two, the versatile utility player goes on to discuss how moving to Wakefield in 2012 helped him develop as a player and group leader, and...

#15 - Should the £25 membership fee be kicked into touch?

April 22, 2021 09:01 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

No topic gets the red card on Set Restart! This week, we delve into the meaty topics of the merits of the video referee and the recent controversial suggestion from The RFL about introducing a £25 membership fee into the grassroots level of the sport. Hear our views on these topics and we certainly don't hold back! We also cover the recent record breakers from Hull KR and Hull FC as well as, previewing the weekends games. You may also hear an exclusive on the show... it's certainly not to be...

#14 - Jake Connor for Man of Steel?

April 14, 2021 11:43 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

Unfortunately, we are unable to bring you a guest this week but fear not we bring you up-to-date with what's happened over the beginning rounds of Super League. Hear our thoughts on Hull KR's and Hull FC's starts to the season as we highlight room for improvement for both teams. There are some bold opinions in this episode so we would love to hear your thoughts on our twitter page @SetRestartRL

#13 - Yeamo couldn't stand my snoring

April 07, 2021 10:24 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

Welcome to episode one, series two of Set Restart. In this episode we're joined by Hull-born, Wakefield Trinity centre, Reece Lyne. Approaching 10 seasons at Wakefield, the 28 year old former Hull FC player talks about the pressures of moving from his all-conquering youth side to being a full time professional with his boyhood club, a pre-season trip to Portugal aged just 16 where his snoring was an issue for FC legend, Kirk Yeaman and ultimately his desire for first grade footy which led t...

#12 - Series Finale

March 03, 2021 15:09 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

And that's a rap! Episode 12 brings a close to series one of Set Restart. In part one, we have a light hearted review of the series, discussing our favourite guests, what we've learnt so far, our favourite cock-ups and what we are most looking forward to in series two. In part two, we have a brief look at Hull FC's and Hull KR's first six fixtures which includes our predictions. Be interesting to see who get's the most right!

#11 - That's my club and I wanted to go back there

February 23, 2021 15:35 - 1 hour - 81.2 MB

In this genuinely insightful episode, we're joined by former Hull FC and Featherstone Rovers player, Jon Sharp. Jon talks to us about his journey from being a 17 year old son of a former coal miner to signing a 'very good' deal with Hull FC. 'Razor' discusses some of the legends with whom he played alongside, a huge verbal serving he got from Peter Sterling and how his family's struggle during the 1984/85 miners strike helped build his resilience, on which he's built his business of today. ...

#10 - I didn't even know who Brian Smith was!

February 16, 2021 16:58 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

#10 - We are joined by former Hull FC winger, Andrew Mighty. In part one, we discuss the transition from moving from South London to Hull and the challenges and opportunities that it brought. He gives us an insight into the massive differences it was training with Fulham to Brian Smith's, Hull FC. In part two, we have an open and honest discussion about racism in sport and the role that social media has to play in racism. We want to thank Andy for sharing his experiences and being honest abo...

#9 - Buckles always had his buffers up

February 09, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

This week we talk to former Leeds Rhinos legend, Barrie McDermott about his passion for the Hull derby, how it might compare to the Leeds Bradford battles in the early Super League era and his on-the-field feud with former Bull, Stuart Fielden. Barry also offers an insight into how Craig 'Knuckles' Greenhill forced him off the field of play, cursing and pouring with blood during a clash with Hull FC and how that 'friendship' came back to the fore years later when Knuckles - or Buckles as B...

#08 - Fat blokes chucking a sharp object

February 02, 2021 17:12 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

Who is the man behind the camera? This week, we are joined by GRM Sport founder and official media partner of The RFL, Shawn Boatin as he discusses his route into Rugby League. It comes across extremely clear that Shawn is unbelievably passionate about the grassroots of our sport and it's really interesting to hear how he has managed to get the game millions of views! Not your typical rugby league fan, we explore areas in which we think Rugby League can develop further to promote the sport.

#07 - I want to leave a stamp wherever I've been!

January 27, 2021 15:18 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

In #07, we got the opportunity to talk to current Hull FC prop forward and vice captain, Scott Taylor. He gives us the lowdown of how pre-season is going and how Brett Hodgson and Josh Reynolds are settling in at Hull FC. We also delve into Scott's impressive career to date, covering Skirlaugh Bulls, Beverley ARLFC, Hull KR, Wigan Warriors, Salford Red Devils and England RL. Of course, we couldn't not talk about those magical years when Hull FC finally won at Wembley! You can certainly say w...

#06 - When your time comes, you've got to move on...

January 19, 2021 15:58 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

In this weeks episode we got the chance to sit down and talk to former England RL, Leeds Rhinos, Bradford Bulls & Huddersfield Giants outside back, Paul Cook. The Hull born international discusses the challenges of moving to Leeds as a 15 year old, as well as, the times in his career when for one reason or another he had to move on...

#05 - Did anyone order a tuna wrap?

January 13, 2021 16:46 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

Happy New Year! We return after the Christmas break with a famous rugby league family in Hull, the Holdstocks. Dave Holdstock is a current Talent Identification Staff (TIS) member for Hull KR and his brother, Dale Holdstock, is a former Hull KR player as well as, a number of other professional clubs.

#04 - A pattie butty with Steve McNamara

December 15, 2020 20:13 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

This weeks guest is current Head Coach of Catalans Dragons, Steve McNamara. This in-depth discussion delves into the wonderful playing & coaching career Steve has had in the game, which has taken him all over the world. From England to Sydney, New Zealand to the South of France, it really is an honest conversation regarding numerous hard hitting topics in rugby league right now. It's a must listen.

#03 - CJ Adams-Richardson

December 09, 2020 13:33 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

This weeks episode brings you our first ever guest, CJ Adams-Richardson. CJ is a current Hull KR and British Army rugby league player who talks with passion and dedication to grow the women's game. This really is a great insight into women's rugby league, in what is a big year coming up (Rugby League World Cup 2021), and how the sport needs to take advantage of this opportunity.

#02 - Is Rugby League the greatest game?

December 02, 2020 09:02 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MB

This week, we look back on Super League's best ever Grand Final between Wigan & St Helens. This prompts us to ask the question ''Is Rugby League the greatest game?'' We also take a look at what's been happening at Hull FC & Hull KR this past week. Does the arrival of Brett Hodgson mean Jake Connor has a run at full back next season?

#01 - A season review

November 24, 2020 14:35 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Our first episode reviews Hull KR's and Hull FC's season and the performances of the new signings. We also take a look at the upcoming Grand Final between Wigan and St Helens. There is also no way we also couldn't speak about the great man's 90th birthday, Johnny Whiteley MBE.

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