Published by Troy Maguire and Jack Maguire
A father and son, Wests Tigers fans, cover the big issues at the Tigers and the NRL. Like an athlete tearing the groin muscle off the bone this podcast is a true test of character for any listener.
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In the wake of a six game losing streak, the Groin discuss the Tigers hosting footy funerals for their members where fans can customise their own coffins and interment procedures and can choose a player of their choice to preside over it. In another weekly tirade, Troy wants Campbelltown Stadium to name their grandstand in honour of Skando.
37 min
The Groin discuss the ongoing discussions and negotiations surrounding the Adam Doueihi Peace Accords and the possibility of the Wests Tigers establishing their own Security Council to mediate other disputes in the NRL. The Groin also dive into the two horse race between the NSW Blues Roosters and Broncos in the NRLW and Troy introduces his new segment Groin 160 - Rugby League from an obtuse angle!
37 min
In a very special edition of the Groin Strain, this week features the Alex Twal Episode where the Groin takes on everything Alex Twal and his beat down of the weak-gutted dog! Troy pushes for the 2027 season to be rebranded as the Year of the Twal.
38 min
The Groin discuss the NRL's new broadcast deal and partnership with Galvin TV and call Blocker Roach to perform an exorcism at Campbelltown Stadium. The Groin also introduces a Wests Tigers Fashion Week to showcase new, innovative headgears.
42 min
After the Bludger at Kogarah, the Groin establishes the Wests Tigers People's Front to combat the negative energy and exodus of long-serving fans. Troy preaches the Benji Vs Goliath legend, and sees the Tigers as the people's underdogs in need of inspiration from figures such as Steven Bradbury and Rocky Balboa.
35 min
Great rugby league philosopher and friend of the podcast, Billy Slater, provides the inspiration for this week's episode, posing the question - "are there any players who play great when they're not thinking"? The Groin discusses if Jarome Luai can knock down Nelson Asofa-Solomona in the ring and Troy gets creative with a new outfit.
34 min
The Groin inspects their very own casualty ward, determining who should be excommunicated from rugby league and, more importantly, the mighty Wests Tigers; and inspired by the Brisbane and Canterbury-Bankstown All-Blacks, the Groin suggests the Tigers become the Teal Tigers.
36 min
The Groin sends out a plea for financial backing from the Saudis and decide to turn a blind eye to their human rights record while Troy has a go at so-called supporters who criticise players. Groin Mail also makes a second consecutive appearance!
34 min
The Groin explores the rise of Keiran Foran's Fozball Regime and his cult of personality; Troy goes off his head and has a go at Yioti's Brainstrainers whilst Jack reads letters sent from the Groin's dedicated fanbase.
37 min
With Ideas Man, Troy, at the helm, the Groin introduces the NRL's new, prospective AI Model and Intelligence Assistant - the Gus 2.0!
29 min
The Groin needs all zero of their listeners to donate to their GoFundMe Page to fund their Las Vegas trip for next year.
31 min
Off the back of a 3 game losing streak, the Groin explores coping mechanisms and the opportunity for fans to bring their own therapist to the footy. The Groin also pushes the Government to introduce a healthcare package for Wests Tigers fans.
31 min
Ahead of Magic Round, the Groin talks magic in football and discuss if Trent Robinson should be sawed in half as pre-match entertainment.
32 min
The Groin discusses the Tigers' loss to the Sharks at Ocean Pathetic Stadium and Troy offers himself as a sacrifice to appease the Footy Gods.
48 min
Troy talks about leaving the footy at half time because the crowd was too quiet and the Groin revisits ANZAC Round and Big Royce Hunt's try. Wouldn't Royce Hunt look great in a midriff?
38 min
The role of the supporter and Troy's challenge. A quarter season review. Jack gives some Gen Z tips and more.
45 min
Are the Wests Tigers the people's team? Pilgrimages to the Centre of Excellence and Egalitarianism. And Jack passes Yoiti's quiz....finally.
45 min
Does Mitch Moses do vocal excercises? Are the Fainu brothers the answer for Laurie Daley and the Blues? Jack fails the quiz again.
30 min
Are Jordanians keen on touring Leichhardt & Campbelltown? How about an Alex Twal statue? An Alex Twal Grandstand? Alex Twal, Alex Twal, Alex Twal......
23 min
The Groin Strain goes to the land of the long white cloud, spreading the word and giving an insight into their pre-game and post-game experiences.