Skip to content
Third Man In cover art

Artie B Productions

Third Man In

A Rugby and Sports podcast Explicit

Good podcast? Give it some love!

About the show

Aussie sport with a Queensland bias! Plus, during the NRL season, we are your one-stop spot for a weekly wrap of EVERY Dolphins NRL game!

Newest episodes

Ep.185: Dolphins WRAP - Prelim v Roosters

37 min

We give our views on the Phins Prelim loss to the Roosters, look at the Dally M's & give the all conquering Redcliffe Dolphins some well deserved love!

Ep.184: The Pub Test - NRL Grand Final Day

59 min

Not going too crazy this week as there really isn’t much else other than the GF to talk about. But we will have a quick look at the Dally M’s, and the most important issue in the game! The Grand Final entertainment. Then we will look at the second most important part of Grand Final day ... the actual game. Now, instead of going through the perks and quirks of the round this week, we will just cover the prelims, as there are only two games to look at.

Ep.183: The Pub Test - NRL Finals Week 2

1 hr 1 min

Today we are going to have a quick look at this week’s finals and how it could all shape up next week? See if the Phins are on track to become the NRL’s next Penrith Give out a new door prize to the flog of the week And break down the big stories in the game this week that includes hailing a new chief, expansion wars, and turning Japanese

Similar podcasts

All episodes

Ep.185: Dolphins WRAP - Prelim v Roosters

37 min

We give our views on the Phins Prelim loss to the Roosters, look at the Dally M's & give the all conquering Redcliffe Dolphins some well deserved love!

Ep.184: The Pub Test - NRL Grand Final Day

59 min

Not going too crazy this week as there really isn’t much else other than the GF to talk about. But we will have a quick look at the Dally M’s, and the most important issue in the game! The Grand Final entertainment. Then we will look at the second most important part of Grand Final day ... the actual game. Now, instead of going through the perks and quirks of the round this week, we will just cover the prelims, as there are only two games to look at.

Ep.183: The Pub Test - NRL Finals Week 2

1 hr 1 min

Today we are going to have a quick look at this week’s finals and how it could all shape up next week? See if the Phins are on track to become the NRL’s next Penrith Give out a new door prize to the flog of the week And break down the big stories in the game this week that includes hailing a new chief, expansion wars, and turning Japanese

Ep.181: The Pub Test - It's Finals Time!

46 min

Today we are going to break down week one of the finals so far and what the results mean going forward. We’ll give our weather forecast on how the Nordic storm is going to affect Melbourne. We take a look at how the NRL plans to turn the finals series into the wild, wild west. And see how the game’s big brass really feels about the state of the game.

Ep.180: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.26 v Roosters

1 hr 1 min

We review the Dolphins beat down of the Sombrero-wearers as the pride of the peninsula enjoy an awesome weekend sewing up a Top 4 finish! And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.179: The Pub Test - Are The Chooks Cooked?

48 min

Today we are going to: Have a quick chat about how the finals are shaping up, and if the chooks are cooked We’ll take a wincing look at the train wreck that has become the Brisbane Broncos We’re gonna unveil the new ‘Tinkler’ and the new ‘Soda King’ Get into some some all-new conspiracies We’ll hand out a door prize for flog of the week ... and no-doubt ramble on with loads of nonsensical BS

Ep.178: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.25 v Eels

1 hr 8 min

This week, we review the Phins win over the Eels in front of 24k phinatics at Suncorp Stadium! And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.177: The Pub Test - Conspiracy Corner

57 min

Today we are going to look at: The return of Foz-ball and who is still fighting for the 8 Unveil a new segment called conspiracy corner Look at why the Maroons should bring back Benny Find out what PVL wants for Christmas, as well as our usual rubbish

Ep.176: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.23 - The Battle for Brisbane

46 min

This week, we review the Phins historic comeback victory over the reigning premiers and cross-town rivals, Brisbane! And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au⁠

Ep.175: The Pub Test - PVL360

55 min

Today we are going to look at all the latest shenanigans the NRL and Peter V’landys have been up to. That includes: Appointing a media cop Taking the NRL global and everyone’s favourite pass time, fleecing the government Grand Final Week Festival of Football We are also going to give our finals predictions and give some fashion advice to the Bears

Ep.174: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.20 v Cowboys

37 min

This week, we review the Phins win over the Cowboys in the XXXX challenge! And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.173: The Pub Test - On the Soapbox!

1 hr 12 min

Today we are going to... - Have a good look at what is happening at the PNG Mercenaries, and what that means for the rest of us - Try and figure out how the Broncos 2026 campaign has imploded - Look at the Dragons new ‘Young-Ball’ era - Dive into the latest civil war at the Tigers

Ep.172: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.19 v Sharks

35 min

This was a tough one ... talking through the lowest point in the Dolphins short NRL history to date. The 0-66 defeat at home vs the Sharks. And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.171: The Pub Test - The Week From Hell

1 hr 8 min

Today, unfortunately, we have to break down the Blues-bath that happened on Wednesday night at the Blues new fortress ... Suncorp Stadium Have a look at what fans can expect out of the recently confirmed TV rights deal And see why everybody’s favourite sitcom ‘Everybody Loves Luai’ is about to be cancelled And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.170: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.18 v Knights

34 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we have a quick chat right after watching the Phind first loss in gawd knows how long. I mean, we were a weakened side and lost to a Top4 team by 1 point. Could do far worse ... am I right? We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.169: The Pub Test - Maroon Magic?

44 min

Today were going to give our completely unbiased, yet completely baseless opinions on why the mighty QLD Maroons are the greatest rugby league team on earth We're going to warm up the thermometers, because we’ll be asking some clubs to bend over & cough as we give them a health check And, in the wonderfully bizarre world of rugby league media, we will look at how the NRL plans to finally get Gus to shut the f**k up, look at the greatest documentary that somehow couldn’t make the Netflix play list, and unveil the next Uncle Nick Politis

Ep.168: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.17 v Warriors

48 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we were dusty after the Phins gave us reason to celebrate for the 8th game in a row! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Dolphins Views - Hostplus Cup feeder results And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.167: The Pub Test - Hung Like Donkeys

45 min

Today were going to have a look at how the geriatric Broncos are shaping their future, find out who wants to be a billionaire and talk through how the NRL are finally trying to save the Bears

Ep.166: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.16 v Tigers

39 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we lament over Kodi Nikorima's domination of Jarome Luai's Tiger cubs as the Phins extend the run to 7 straight wins! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Dolphins Views - Hostplus Cup feeder results And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.165: The Pub Test - Melbourne turns Maroon

1 hr 8 min

Today we break down why Queensland is still the greatest rugby league state on the planet and sling as much shit on the filthy cockroaches as possible! We will also see how far the NRL is willing to gamble on Klein and reveal just how much a modern seat cost after inflation! For all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.164: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.15 v Roosters

47 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we dive into the Phins record-setting 6th straight win in a row over the Chooks! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Dolphins Views - Hostplus Cup feeder results And remember ... for all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.163: The Pub Test - The Gambler

58 min

Today were going to have a look at Origin II, and see if Klein can wrap the series up or if the mighty maroons can force a decider We will also have a look at what Kenny Rogers good mate has been up to and why we are only just hearing about this now We will also a have a quick chat about where and when origin might be played going forward, as well as all our regular shit... For all your NRL merch needs: ⁠⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.162: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.14 v Cowboys

47 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we relive the Phins 5th win in a row over the Cowboys! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Hostplus Cup feeder results For all your NRL merch needs: ⁠https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.161: The Pub Tests - Happy Queensland Day!

1 hr 9 min

Today we have two main themes throughout the show... First, in honour of Queensland Day, we are going to have a big focus and all that is rugby league in the sunshine state at the moment. We are going to have a look at how the big four banana-bender clubs are traveling, and who we think can make an impact late in the season. The second theme is, War! No, not real war, more like those bitchy, whiny battles that have made rugby league Australia’s favourite never ending soap opera for the last 120 years. For all your NRL merch needs: https://whatsyourteam.com.au

Ep.160: The Pub Test - Heads & Shoulders, Knees & Toes

1 hr 13 min

Today we’ll give our two cents on the debate over whether or not Ponga’s Head ‘N’ Shoulders commercial audition should have been a send-off or not. We are also going to break down everything else that happened during origin 1. We’ll have a look at what Andrew Abdo taking up tennis might mean for the NRL going forward, and discuss some of the interesting stuff to come out of the footy media.

Ep.159: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.12 v Raiders

54 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we recall the events from the Phins win over the Raiders! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Dolphins Views - Hostplus Cup feeder results

Ep.158: The Pub Test - Origin is Upon us

59 min

Today we are going to give our ‘expert’ opinions on all things Origin... Try and figure out what the NRL were thinking when they gave four of the worst clubs in the comp free tickets to Vegas next year... See who we think are the real contenders for the title this season... And as usual have a look at some of the interesting gear to come out of the round on & off the field this week...

Ep.157: Dolphins WRAP - Magic Round v Rabbitohs

1 hr 4 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we celebrate the Phins big win over the Bunnies at Magic Round! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Dolphins Views - Hostplus Cup feeder results

Ep.156: The Pub Test - Magic Round '26

1 hr 13 min

Today we are going to look at the silent battle between PVL and Big Mal, and what that means for the Bears... We will break down what Ivan leaving the Panthers will mean for the club and the NRL going forward... We’ll pick our ‘Mighty Maroons’ side for game one, because every other armchair expert has had their turn so why shouldn’t we... And with magic round coming to a close and the weekend full of promos-a-plenty, we will look at some of the other ‘great’ sporting promos over the years, and see which ones could work to make magic round ever bigger!

Ep.155: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.10 v Bulldogs

59 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we delve into the Phins big Thursday night win over the Bulldogs at Suncorp Stadium! We cover: - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes - Hostplus Cup feeder results

Ep.154: The Pub Test - Origin Bolters!

1 hr 10 min

Today we are going to dissect why Ben Ikin has quit the QRL and what that means going forward Give our two cents on whether the Cowboys should keep Todd Payten or not Look into the origin crystal ball to see who may wear a blue or maroon jersey for the first time All this plus our usual b******t with perks and quirks of the round and media watch

Ep.153: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.9 v Storm

1 hr 8 min

In this week's Dolphins WRAP, we pull apart the Phins big win over the Storm in the wet at Suncorp Stadium! We cover: Dolphins News: - Daniel Saifiti's medical retirement Dolphins Views: - What do we do with Max, Donga & Knowles - What do we do with Bossy, Avo & Cobbo Game Reaction - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Key Team Stats - Artie B Medal Votes Reggie's WRAP - Hostplus Cup feeder results

Ep.152: The Pub Test - The Passing Storm

1 hr 6 min

Today as usual we are going to have a look at: What’s been happening on the field this round Anything interesting that’s come up in the wild & wacky world of Rugba League media We are also going to dive into the Globetrotters vs the Washington Generals 2.0. Yes, we’ll be talking expansion teams We’re gonna look at the death of the modern prop Give our thoughts on what could just be the end of an era in Melbourne

Ep.151: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.8 v Wahs

54 min

Here's our WRAP of the Dolphins gallant effort vs the Wahs in Wellington. Like, subscribe & follow everywhere ... if ya want

Ep.150: The Pub Test - That Was Not a Hip Drop!

1 hr 5 min

Today we are going to: Discover how to slay a dragonTake a bit of a deep dive into the current state of the game, or the product, as the NRL would refer to itLook at just how much power the media really hasLook at something that is actually creepier than Gus

Ep.148: The Pub Test - Apple Pie on a Sunday

1 hr 16 min

Today we are going to... Jump into everyone’s favourite pass time ... bashing the refs, and look at how their decisions and the new rules may shape the rest of the seasonWhile we're looking at how the season may play out, we will re-visit our pre-season predictions, and how healthy they are looking in a quick quarterly report We will look at why the Bears still appear to be in hibernation All this, and of course we will cover all the perks and quirks of the round, along with some media watch!

Ep.147: The Pub Test - How to Train a Dragon

1 hr 14 min

Today’s we are going to find out: How to train a dragonWhere the 20th team should be basedHow to make money out of owning a clubHow to get some blokes out of their shedIf Big Ben will be a Brisbane Bronco or a Denver Bronco

Ep.146: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.5 v Sea Eagles

1 hr 15 min

On today’s show: Seibs Manly Card revoked by the Sea Eagles Panthers dynasty back on? Our WRAP of the Dolphins diabolical Thursday night slaughter at the hands of the Manly Sea Eagles Like subscribe & follow everywhere ... if ya want

Ep.145: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.4 v Broncos

55 min

We Cover: - Dolphins News - Game Reaction - Key Team Stats - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Artie B Medal Votes - Next Match Preview

Ep.144: The Pub Test - Flogging a Dead Horse

53 min

Today we are going to discuss: How and why it’s fun to keep flogging a dead horse We are going to break down the war between Hip-Hop and the NRL Uncover more dark and hidden conspiracies within the game and reveal Australia’s newest protected species

Ep.143: Dolphins WRAP - Rd.3 v Sharks

56 min

We Cover: - Dolphins News - Game Reaction - Key Team Stats - The Big Moments - The Major Players - Artie B Medal Votes - Next Match Preview

Ep.142: The Pub Test - The Number of the Beast

49 min

Today we are going to break down the war between ‘The Whinging Bull’ Gorden Tallis and the Broncos. We are going to explore how satanic worship could save a season, and we will delve into the land of dark and corrupted conspiracies!

Ep.140: The Pub Test - Days of Our Bai's

41 min

Today’s show is going to go deep … balls deep. Not long, but D&M, as in deep & meaningful. Sounds all kinds of wrong. We are going to look at family tragedies, broken homes, politicians abusing their power, boardroom corruption, future issues, and unresolved grievances. But as we do on this show rather than trying to come with meaningful solutions or helpful advice, we are just going to take the absolute piss out of it!

Ep.138: The Pub Test - Round One Syndrome

53 min

We have a look at some of the action from the weekend We throw some more shit on poor old Zac Lomax Put Fox Sports under the microscope ...and try and figure out why Queensland footy died on the weekend

Ep.137: The Pub Test - Vegas Baby!

48 min

Today we a look at: The NRL season openers in Vegas We’ll throw some more shit on Zac Lomax And we’re going to painstakingly discuss WHERE the NRL should launch ‘Global’ round, in the future

See all 185 episodes

–

0 ratings from members

5
4
3
2
1

Rate this podcast

Log in to rate and review the shows you listen to.

No reviews yet — be the first member to rate "Third Man In".

This podcast, its content and its artwork are not owned by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Castquire.

Keep listening

Discover more podcasts like this.

Up next

  1. Nothing queued. Use + Queue on any episode to line it up.

0:00 0:00