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🎙 Weekly Storm Podcast 📊 Game analysis & opinions 🔥 Storm banter, fan debates & bold takes 👑 If you bleed purple - welcome to Royalty & Reign Supreme
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Storm’s home game heads west as we prepare to take on the Manly Sea Eagles at HBF Park this Saturday afternoon!🦅 The Purple Blueprint: How do we take down the Eagles? 🏃 Does Munster’s early return give Storm the running threat we’ve been missing? 💪 Can our forwards lay the platform for Wishart and Watson to play naturally? 🛑 How do we contain Manly’s lethal centres and wingers? 🥾 The importance of Fogarty’s kicking game 🔥 Battle of the rookie halves: Hayden Watson vs Joey Walsh 🎉 Jack Howarth brings up game number 50 🖤💛❤️ Storm to wear its 2026 Indigenous jersey The team announcement also caused an immediate shift in the betting market: Before Team List Tuesday: Storm $2.46 | Manly $1.55 After Team List Tuesday: Storm $2.13 | Manly $1.72 👀We also discuss Matt King’s appointment as NSW Blues coach, Watson and Bowden re-signing until 2030, and the staggering fines and suspensions handed out across the NRL in 2026. A huge thank you to our sponsor: Freedom Finance Group - Call Con mention Purple Reign lock in $500 cashback to start with. get money in your pocket not the banks. 0405175396 Proudly supported by: Premium Sports Tours—be sure to check them out for unforgettable VEGAS package for our Purple Army. Mention Purple Reign to unlock your deal! #PurpleReign #MelbourneStorm #NRL #StormManly #TeamListTuesday #IndigenousRound #PremiumSportsToursFreedom Finance Group Melbourne Storm Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Premium Sport Tours NRL
1 hr 3 min
A brave young Storm side pushed the Bulldogs all the way before falling short in a chaotic Friday night battle.With Hughes ruled out late, Watson stepped into the halves, Wishart moved to hooker and King took the captaincy. Salmon crossed twice, Sua was electric and Hinchey celebrated his first NRL try—but costly errors and missed opportunities ultimately proved the difference. We break down the debutants, the controversial moments, Storm’s impressive patches and where it all slipped away. 🎙️ Join us and share your thoughts on the game! A quick shout-out to our wonderful sponsors:Freedom Finance Group-Give Con a call and get more money in your pocket not the banks. Call Con on: 0405175396 Mention Purple Reign to unlock your $500 cashback offer. Proudly supported by:Premium Sports Tours - Vegas round 2027. These guys have you covered give them a call and book your tickets NOW. 1800 477 678 or (03) 9525 5126 - premium@sporttours.com.au - Mention Purple Reign to unlock your deal. If you enjoy our content, please consider leaving a recommendation or review on our page. It’s a completely free way to support us, help Facebook prioritise genuine fan-created content and push back against the growing number of fake AI clickbait pages. #PurpleReign #MelbourneStorm #NRL #NRLStormBulldogs #podcast #contentcreator Melbourne Storm Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Premium Sport ToursFreedom Finance Group Five Eights Clothing Co
1 hr 6 min
Friday night footy under the lights at AAMI Park, and we’re breaking down everything ahead of this massive clash! On the agenda: 🎟️ $10 tickets available 🗣️ Bellamy gives Munster his blessing to explore PNG 🐴 Cameron Smith linked to a full-time assistant coaching role at the Broncos 📝 Storm’s recruitment moves following the Lomax news 🏆 Our Purple Reign Player of the Year leaderboard 🏉 Signed footballs for the crowd if Storm get the win 📋 Team changes, ins and outs👀 Could Hayden Watson make his NRL debut?🚑 Howarth ruled out with a shoulder injury 🔍 How can Storm beat an unchanged Bulldogs side? We’ll also break down the key match-ups: ⚔️ Galvin and Crichton⚔️ Kiraz and Rinakama v Leo and STB⚔️ Burton and Tuala v Meaney and Mania A quick shout-out to our wonderful sponsors:Freedom Finance Group-Give Con a call and get more money in your pocket not the banks. Proudly supported by: Premium Sports Tours - Vegas round 2027. These guys have you covered give them a call and book your tickets NOW. If you enjoy our content, please consider leaving a recommendation or review on our page. It’s a completely free way to support us, help Facebook prioritise genuine fan-created content and push back against the growing number of fake AI clickbait pages. See you in the chat! 🎙️💜⚡️ #PurpleReign #MelbourneStorm #NRL #StormVsBulldogs #Round22
52 min
⚡️Round 21 - Rabbitohs vs Melbourne Storm Missed last night’s live show? Catch the full episode now as we break down another crucial game in the Storm’s push for the top eight. We discuss: ⚡ Jahrome Hughes’ return ⚡ Kingy’s 200th game ⚡ The NRL admitting last round’s errors ⚡ Storm’s rookie wing pairing ⚡ How we replace Warbrick’s attacking impact ⚡ Hinchey’s inclusion in the 17 ⚡ Key match-ups and our game plan to beat SouthsListen now and let us know your thoughts! 💜Proudly supported by: Freedom Finance Group - Contact Con to unlock your $500 cashback offer on your next finance Call Con on: 0405175396 Premium Sports Tours: Purple Reign have teamed up to provide you the best NRL 2027 Vegas Round Trip. Contact 03 95255126 to unlock the deal and get our Purple Army to VEGAS. FIVE EIGHTS - Use code PURPLEREIGN10 for a 10% discount on your next clothing purchase
54 min
A tough one to swallow as an undermanned Storm side falls 14–8 to the Roosters—but there was plenty in that performance to be proud of. 💜⚡️On the agenda: 💼 Sponsor shout-outsFreedom Finance | Premium Sports Tours | Five Eights 🏥 Heartbreak for Will Warbrick. A confirmed Achilles rupture ends his season and devastatingly, his Melbourne Storm career. We reflect on what Will has given this club and wish him well for the long road ahead. 💜 Storm fans, be proud Against an almost full-strength Roosters side, without several of our biggest stars, then losing Brick and carrying more niggles we still fought until the final siren. That effort was unreal. 🔍 Game analysis: -The abysmal refereeing—and yes, there were poor decisions both ways.- Our first tackle inside the Roosters’ 20 didn’t come until just 26 minutes remained. How did we lose the territory battle so badly? -91% tackle efficiency despite reportedly missing 15 tackles in the opening 20 minutes. -Eleven errors after we stressed the importance of controlling the football. -and Storm defended both edges superbly, shutting down Mark Nawaqanitawase’s threat. It was a gutsy performance that showed how far this team has come—but did crucial second-half moments from Wishart, Meaney and MacDonald ultimately cost us an unlikely victory?🔥 Plus, our 3–2–1 player votes! Plenty to unpack. Let us know your thoughts below! 👇💜⚡️
45 min
The Storm head to Allianz Stadium to face the Sydney Roosters this Friday night at 8:00pm! ⚡🐓 We break down Munster’s injury, Hughes’ ongoing hamstring concern, the huge Marky vs Brick matchup and the battle of the halves! PLUS — the Indigenous jersey release, Gabe Satrick re-signing and Melbourne becoming the fastest team to 500 wins! 💜 Proudly supported by: Freedom Finance Group - Contact Con to unlock your $500 cashback offer on your next finance Call Con on: 0405175396 Premium Sports Tours: Purple Reign have teamed up to provide you the best NRL 2027 Vegas Round Trip. Contact 03 95255126 to unlock the deal and get our Purple Army to VEGAS. FIVE EIGHTS - Use code PURPLEREIGN10 for a 10% discount on your next clothing purchase
1 hr 11 min
Purple Reign Podcast is back to unpack a massive week for the Melbourne Storm! 💜⚡️ The boys unpack all the latest ahead of Sunday’s home clash against the Titans, kicking off at 6:15pm. We’ll be covering: 🏉 Round 19 Team List analysis 📊 Ladder position and what the run home looks like 🔄 June 30 deadline drama, including Oryn Keeley’s early release and the latest player movement news 👀 The Papenhuyzen-to-Bulldogs talk, Xerri’s long-term signing and whether an early release is on the cards 🗣️ Plenty of coaching chatter, with more Billy Slater Origin 2027 rumours doing the rounds Then it’s all about the game preview: 💥 The battle of the middles: Tino and Moeaki Fotuaika v Stefano and King 🔗 Can Storm’s reshuffled edges build combinations quickly? ⚡️ Sua Faalogo v Keano Kini 🎯 Jahrome Hughes v Cameron Munster A huge shout-out to our mates at Premium Sports Tours. Vegas is calling — let’s fill that trip with Storm fans! Contact Premium Sports Tours on 0395255126 and mention PURPLE REIGN to unlock your deal🌎💜 And of course, Freedom Finance Group our MAJOR SPONSOR-Contact Con: 0405 175 396 and mention Purple Reign to unlock your $500 cashback plus more. It’s Origin time too… LET’S GO QUEENSLAND! ❤️💛
1 hr 0 min
Join us as Purple Reign preview Saturday night’s massive clash with the Manly Sea Eagles! 💜⚡ Aaron is off chasing basketball grand final glory, but SC Spectrum’s James steps in to help break down: 🏉 Hughes’ injury and Wishart’s opportunity 🏉 Sua v Turbo, Warbrick v Hopoate and the battle through the middle 🏉 How Storm can expose Manly 🏉 The latest Warbrick, Howarth, Shibasaki and Bronson Xerri chat 🏉 Huge Vegas 2027 news with Premium Sports Tours Plus, sponsor love for Freedom Finance Group and FIVE EIGHTS Clothing. Bring your questions, bring your footy brain and BYO AI 🤖
1 hr 11 min
It was our first live post-match review show… and there is no better time to do one than straight after a Storm win! What. A. Comeback. 🔥 Storm have made it five wins from six , coming from 16 points down for the first time since 2014 to run away with a massive 42-20 win over the Raiders in the Let’s Tackle Tough Together Round. Warbrick was huge in the air, Munster crossed in his 250th game, Sua slotted some clutch sideline conversions, and the second half finish was ruthless: four tries to none after the boys ground away through the opening 20 minutes. We unpack: 🏉 How Storm clawed it back to 20-all at half-time 🏉 Harry Grant’s huge impact off the bench 🏉 Warbrick’s aerial dominance 🏉 The 64 missed tackles in the first half 🏉 Munster’s milestone match 🏉 Our 3-2-1 votes Big shoutout to our legends at Freedom Finance Call Con: 0405175396 — mention Purple Reign for a minimum $500 cashback — and Five Eights Clothing . Use code PURPLEREIGN10 for 10% off. 🎧 Tune in now, then join us Tuesday for the TLT Show as we get set for a MASSIVE game against Manly in Round 17!
55 min
SURPRISE… we’re finally went LIVE and we are pumped(Trav was nervous)! If you missed the live it's ok, we recorded aswell. So join Aaron and Trav as we break down all things Round 16, including: TLT reactions Storm v Raiders preview Origin fallout and minutes watch Munster contract chat Xavier Coates’ Achilles Katoa’s return push Mental Health Round We’ll also dive into the big matchups: Sua v Weekes Munster v Strange Lisati v Hudson Young A massive shoutout to our sponsors, Freedom Finance group. Give Con a call mention Purple Reign and unlock a $500 cashback offer instantly. We are also excited to announce our brand-new partners at FIVE EIGHTS Clothing.At the heart of Five Eights is a mission built for the legends. The ones chasing growth, living boldly and backing their mates every step of the way. Their streetwear is made for everyday men and women who lead with heart, show up with grit and stand for something real.And because they’ve hooked us up…Use code PURPLEREIGN10 for 10% off. We’re also proud to support Melbourne Storm’s Tackle Tough Together initiative for Mental Health Round. To help raise awareness, we’re giving away 2 tickets to the game. Tag your mate, share the post, and help spread the message that no one should have to walk alone. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CvLtuRBYZ/ Get in the chat, fire in your questions, and ride the Round 16 hype with us. Freedom Finance Group Five Eights Clothing Co @fiveeightsclothingco Melbourne Storm @storm
1 hr 21 min
WHAT. A. WIN. 😱 🔥The boys are back to break down Melbourne Storm's heart-stopping 32-30 victory over the Knights.Storm have now won 4 of their last 5 and head into their first bye of the year with plenty of momentum. 💪⚡ 🎙️ On this week's show: ✅ The key stats that shaped the game ✅ Every try unpacked ✅ The biggest talking points from a wild night ✅ Who stood up when it mattered most ✅ What this means heading into the bye ✅ Listener questions and reactions AND...🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨Azza is on a mission to get his Cameron Smith jersey signed and we're calling on the Purple Reign Army to help make some noise! Share it, tag people, spread the word and let's see if we can make it happen! 👀💜Grab a drink, jump in the comments and relive an absolute rollercoaster of a win with the boys. 🎧 Available now! #PurpleReignPodcast #MelbourneStorm #NRL #StormNation #StormForLife #Round14Review #PurpleArmy #CameronSmith #UpTheStorm 💜⚡@cameron9smith Cameron Smith @@storm @SMelbourne Storm Newcastle Knights
58 min
Friday night footy is back and the Storm are at home to take on the Knights in a crucial Round 14 clash! 💜⚡ Join the boys as we break down everything you need to know ahead of kick-off: 🔥 Team List Tuesday reactions 🔥 The key matchups that could decide the game 🔥 Our blueprint for a Storm victory 🔥 Which players need to stand up in the big moments 🔥 The areas Melbourne must win to keep building momentum PLUS... we answer ALL your community questions! 💬You asked them, we tackled them. From team selections and tactics to player form and everything in between, we've got it covered.Can the Storm make it back-to-back wins and continue their climb up the ladder? Or will the Knights defend home turf?🎧 Jump into the comments with your predictions and join the boys as they preview one of the most important games of the season so far. 💜⚡ UP THE STORM ⚡💜 #PurpleReign #contentcreator Melbourne Storm @storm Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup
1 hr 3 min
💜⚡After a week of noise, doubt and plenty of questions, Melbourne Storm answered in the best possible way with a tough, gritty and clinical 18-4 victory over the Roosters at AAMI Park.Join the boys as we break down:🔥 What changed and how Storm got their season back on track🔥 The key moments that turned the game🔥 The defensive effort that strangled the Roosters🔥 The Origin stars backing up and delivering🔥 Craig Bellamy's response after a much-needed win🔥 And one question we all keep asking...HOW GOOD IS SUA FAALOGO?! 🤯⚡The young superstar continues to light up the competition and we're unpacking another brilliant performance that has the Purple Army talking.We also take a moment to acknowledge a special night as Melbourne Storm and the Starlight Children's Foundation came together to raise funds and create smiles for kids and families doing it tough. 💜⭐🎙️ Jump in, have your say and let us know your biggest takeaway from the win!Proudly brought to you by Con and his team at Freedom Finance. Contact Con on 0405175396. Mention Purple Reign and unlock your $500 cashback offer. #PurpleReignPodcast #MelbourneStorm #NRL #StormNation #SuaFaalogo #PurpleReign 💜⚡Melbourne Storm @storm Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup Sydney Roosters
1 hr 6 min
Saturday night footy. 7:35pm. Our home. Our fortress. AAMI PARK 💜⚡ Join the boys as we preview a HUGE clash against the Sydney Roosters and ask the big Origin questions: 👀 Do the Origin stars back up? ⏱️ How many minutes do they play? 🔄 What’s the flow-on effect for the rest of the side? We also dive deep into our viral “Trust in Bellamy” post and unpack YOUR thoughts around selections, loyalty and where the Storm are really at right now. PLUS: 🔥 Team list breakdown 🔥 Community questions answered 🔥 Key match-ups that could decide the game 🔥 What Melbourne MUST do to beat the Roosters 🔥 How the Storm can get their season back on trackPlease take a moment to check out the incredible work the Storm continue to do with the Starlight Children’s Foundation as they celebrate 10 years supporting such a beautiful cause 💜 Supported by Budget Direct. Go to this link to bid and donate: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cc383aHLT/ https://www.melbournestorm.com.au/news/2026/05/26/melbourne-storm--starlight-partnership-amplified-by-budget-direct-footy-charity-championship/ Honestly… even Trav got tongue tied talking about how important this partnership is. 🎧 Tune in now and join the conversation Purple Reign Royalty. As always our Podcasts and content are supported by Con and his team Freedom . Call Con on 0405175396. Mention Purple Reign to receive your $500 cashback. Freedom Finance Group Melbourne Storm @@storm Sydney Roosters @budgetdirect_au @Starlight Children's Foundation Australia #PurpleReign #contentcreator
1 hr 25 min
How did we throw that away… 😩 Join Aaron and Trav on the Purple Reign Podcast as we unpack a PATHETIC second half performance from the Melbourne Storm after leading at halftime, only to fall 30-20 to the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs. This one HURTSSSS. 💔We dive into: 🔥 The key stats that tell the story 🤯 Questionable interchange decisions 👀 Some frustrating refereeing moments 🏉 Our 3-2-1 votes 📉 Another halftime lead blown 👏 And full credit to the Bulldogs — they absolutely dominated the second halfStorm fans… we need therapy after this one. 😭Drop your thoughts below ⬇️Who’s copping the blame? What changed after halftime? And are you still confident moving forward?🎧 Tune in now and join the conversation!Melbourne Storm @St@storm Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
1 hr 10 min
The boys are BACK! 💜⚡ Join Aaron and Trav as we break down EVERYTHING ahead of the blockbuster clash between the Melbourne Storm and the Canterbury Bulldogs 🏉 🔥 Origin chaos and what it means for the Storm team list 🔥 Full TLT reaction and analysis 🔥 Key matchups that could decide the game 🔥 The Purple Blueprint: How Melbourne get the job done 🔥 Listener questions and plenty of footy chat AND… the moment you have all been waiting for 👀🎉🏆 Our City Sports sponsored jersey giveaway winner will be revealed LIVE on the podcast! You’ll need to tune in to find out if your name gets called. If thats you message the page directly to get your Jersey.@citysportsmelbourne @@scspectrum_ Brought to you by Con and the team at Freedom Finance Group. Mention Purple Reign and unlock your $500 Cashback and your special offer on your next mortgage deal. @Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup Storm fans, Bulldogs fans and footy lovers — this is one you don’t want to miss. 👇 Drop your score predictions below before kickoff! @Melbourne Storm @storm Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
1 hr 9 min
💜⚡️ 34 def. Eels 8 ⚡️💜T HE STORM HAVE GONE BACK TO BACK! 🙌After weeks of pressure and noise, Melbourne have responded in not so great attacking style with a dominant 34-8 win over Parramatta at Magic Round 🔥Join the boys for a HUGE Review Show as we unpack: 📊 The key stats that shaped the game 😤 Those terrible ref decisions 💥 A full breakdown of EVERY Storm try 🏅 Our famous 3,2,1 votes 🎙️ The moments that changed the match 👀 What this win means moving forward for Melbourne PLUS… 👕Our JERSEY GIVEAWAY WINNER will be drawn LIVE on the show Tuesday night, so make sure you tune in and don’t miss it! 💬 Jump in the comments now:Who gets your 3 points from Saturday night? Proudly brought to you by Freedom Finance Group and Con & the team 💜Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup @nrl NRL Parramatta @theparraeels Melbourne Storm @storm
58 min
MAGIC ROUND IS HERE 💜⚡️ Melbourne Storm vs Parramatta Eels The boys are back behind the mic breaking down everything you need ahead of the Melbourne Storm’s Round 11 showdown with the Parramatta Eels as we chase 2 wins on the trot in 2026.🔥 Team List reactions 🔥 The biggest game-breaking matchups 🔥 Our blueprint for how the Storm get it done 🔥 Community Questions 🔥 And yes… the return of everyone’s favourite segment… GRINDS MY GEARS 😤Expect plenty of footy chat, banter, strong opinions and absolute nonsense along the way. Get involved in the comments with your predictions, hot takes and questions for the show 👇🎧 Keep your eyes peeled for the links dropping later so you can stream on your favourite platform. Proudly brought to you by Con and the team at Freedom FinanceContact Con on 0405175396 to unlock your $500 cash back and further mortgage finance discounts. @Melbourne Storm @storm @Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup
1 hr 4 min
The Melbourne Storm have snapped their seven-game losing streak in emphatic fashion, putting the Wests Tigers to the sword with a dominant 44-16 victory. Join Aaron and Trav as we break down all the big talking points from the win: 🏉 What went right 📈 Areas that still need improvement 📊 The key stats that shaped the result 🥇 Our 3-2-1 player votes Origin Jersey Giveaway: Gotta be in it to win it. Get to the below post and follow the instructions. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1934000050574178 All proudly brought to you by Freedom Finance Group and Con and the team.Con: 0405175396 The streak is over. The Storm are back. And there’s plenty to unpack after a statement performance. ⚡️💜 @Melbourne Storm @storm Wests Tigers @Freedom Finance Group @freedomfinancegroup
53 min
The boys are gearing up to take on the Tigers… and we’re bringing the HEAT this week 👊💜 The RBA’s dropped interest rate hikes — so we’ve called in the big guns. Our major sponsor Con from Freedom Finance Group joins us to break it down for the Purple Reign royalty… AND he’s coming in clutch with a special offer just for you 💰👀 Then it’s all footy: 📋 TLT reaction ⚔️ Key matchups that will decide it 🎯 The simple game plan to snap the streak and get BACK in the winners circleThis is one you don’t want to miss. Strap in. Get around it. 💜 UP THE STORM 💜 Dont forget the Jersey Giveaway. Freedom Finance Group Contact Con: 0405175396 Melbourne Storm SC Spectrum @citysportsmelbourne @storm NRL @@nrltigers