Levels with Willie Mason & Justin Horo

The Aussies and Kiwis are through to the Rugby League World Cup final, and the LEVELS boys break down how they got there. Willie Mason and Scope get into Samoa’s two disallowed tries, Spencer Leniu’s sin bin and the words exchanged between Stephen Crichton and Jacob Preston. Then they unpack how the Kiwis took control against Tonga, from Dallin Watene-Zelezniak’s emotional Sipi Tau to Kalyn Ponga’s try-saving tackle, and look ahead to what could decide the final. Download TAB App: https://tab.app.link/QHUigxWBeRb COMPA WORLD FAMOUS TEQUILA: https://www.compadrinksco.com/ MONGREL BOOTS: https://www.mongrelboots.com.au Sponsorship Enquiries: [email protected] Stay Connected with Levels Network: Website: https://www.levelsnetwork.bio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelsnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levelsnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levelsnetworkau Produced & Edited by https://www.instagram.com/itslukestowe/ Levels Podcast: Willie Mason & Justin Horo present Levels Podcast, twice a week reviewing & previewing all the NRL games also giving their best tips. Willie Mason is a former Kangaroo and NSW representative, is considered one of the most successful front rowers in NRL history. In 2004, he was a part of the famous 'Dogs of War' team that won the Grand Final, and he also received the Clive Churchill Medal during that match. Justin Horo is a former NRL player who played 120 games for Parramatta and Manly from 2010 to 2015. In addition to playing in the UK Super League, he also represented the New Zealand Māori team.' 00:00 Willie Mason’s Sunny Nights acting nomination 08:26 Foot Locker Brisbane World Cup final event 11:23 Tino faces Samoa’s Siva Tau 16:22 Who would Willie represent today? 18:12 Dane Gagai’s journey from the Kangaroos to the Kiwis 22:39 Could Samoa vs Tonga sell out Las Vegas? 29:11 The 2030 World Cup in the US and Pacific eligibility changes 32:45 Jason Taumalolo’s Tonga legacy 36:55 How Taumalolo’s switch changed the Kiwis 45:18 Nathan Cleary turns down PNG and stays at Penrith 49:09 The reported $9 million Tigers pitch for Cleary and Mary Fowler 54:40 Cleary’s deal and the fight for player image rights 56:37 Dallin Watene-Zelezniak leads Tonga’s Sipi Tau 1:01:08 New Zealand vs Tonga recap and Tonga’s selection calls 1:08:51 Jahrome Hughes and how the Kiwis took control 1:12:22 Kalyn Ponga’s try-saving tackle 1:14:47 Breaking down Ponga’s footy IQ 1:21:39 James Fisher-Harris and Moses Leota’s front-row partnership 1:25:15 Where does Jamayne Isaako rank as a goal kicker? 1:31:42 Jojo Fifita’s rise and Titans re-signing 1:33:29 Remembering Paul Langmack 1:36:08 Australia vs Samoa recap and Tom Dearden’s running game 1:39:44 Did the World Cup draw disadvantage Samoa and Tonga? 1:42:51 Australia’s line speed and the matchup with New Zealand 1:47:17 Latrell Mitchell or Bradman Best for the final? 1:51:04 Stephen Crichton and Jacob Preston's on-field exchange 1:54:04 The Bunker debate over Samoa’s disallowed tries 1:58:06 The Liam Martin obstruction call 2:01:08 Spencer Leniu’s sin bin and Samoa’s discipline 2:06:09 What Samoa and Tonga need to close the gap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have the Kangaroos lost their aura? 🔥 We preview Australia v Samoa and New Zealand v Tonga, breaking down the biggest matchups and giving our tips for the RLWC semi-finals. Plus, your questions on Samoa v Tonga rivalling Origin, international player pay, World Cup scheduling and Jason Taumalolo’s Immortal case. Drop your finalists in the comments and subscribe to LEVELS! Download TAB App: https://tab.app.link/QHUigxWBeRb COMPA WORLD FAMOUS TEQUILA: https://www.compadrinksco.com/ MONGREL BOOTS: https://www.mongrelboots.com.au Sponsorship Enquiries: [email protected] Stay Connected with Levels Network: Website: https://www.levelsnetwork.bio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelsnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levelsnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levelsnetworkau Produced & Edited by https://www.instagram.com/itslukestowe/ Levels Podcast: Willie Mason & Justin Horo present Levels Podcast, twice a week reviewing & previewing all the NRL games also giving their best tips. Willie Mason is a former Kangaroo and NSW representative, is considered one of the most successful front rowers in NRL history. In 2004, he was a part of the famous 'Dogs of War' team that won the Grand Final, and he also received the Clive Churchill Medal during that match. Justin Horo is a former NRL player who played 120 games for Parramatta and Manly from 2010 to 2015. In addition to playing in the UK Super League, he also represented the New Zealand Māori team.' 00:00 Intro & the road to 50K subscribers 01:05 Tradie banter & life before footy 06:04 Fan questions: Is Samoa vs Tonga rivalling Origin? 09:43 International player pay: Where’s the money going? 15:42 A Jason Taumalolo trophy & the Immortal debate 20:16 How often should we name an Immortal? 21:05 Adam Gee: Letting the big games flow 23:35 France vs Lebanon: Golden point controversy 28:34 Growing rugby league in France 29:49 Pre-season yarns & Bulldogs pathways 34:22 World Cup scheduling & the Newcastle venue debate 38:28 Nathan Cleary’s future & player contract clauses 41:53 Can the Dolphins keep Hammer, Herbie & Bostock? 46:20 New Zealand vs Tonga preview 47:51 Casey McLean vs Robert Toia & the key matchups 54:54 Will Kalyn Ponga play? 56:38 Try-scorer picks, bench impact & predictions 59:35 Australia vs Samoa preview 59:57 Ronald Volkman’s shot on the big stage 1:01:16 Have the Kangaroos lost their aura? 1:06:26 Key matchups: Brian To’o vs Jack Bostock 1:08:38 Melbourne Cup yarns & catching up with the boys 1:11:43 Can Samoa win the middle? 1:13:25 Try-scorer picks & final predictions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willie Mason and Justin “Scope” Horo break down a blockbuster Samoa v Tonga clash, from the electric atmosphere and brutal forward battle to Robert Toia’s brilliance and Jason Taumalolo’s lasting impact on international rugby league. The boys discuss the World Cup semi-finals, Australia’s selection questions, the Kiwis’ form and Ronaldo Mulitalo’s suspension, before tackling Sam Walker’s future, a potential Matt Burton swap and the latest Herbie Farnworth rumours. Plus, passionate conversations about heritage, eligibility and the next generation of Pacific talent, alongside all the action from England v PNG, New Zealand v Fiji and Lebanon v France. Download TAB App: https://tab.app.link/QHUigxWBeRb COMPA WORLD FAMOUS TEQUILA: https://www.compadrinksco.com/ MONGREL BOOTS: https://www.mongrelboots.com.au Sponsorship Enquiries: [email protected] Stay Connected with Levels Network: Website: https://www.levelsnetwork.bio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelsnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levelsnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levelsnetworkau Produced & Edited by https://www.instagram.com/itslukestowe/ Levels Podcast: Willie Mason & Justin Horo present Levels Podcast, twice a week reviewing & previewing all the NRL games also giving their best tips. Willie Mason is a former Kangaroo and NSW representative, is considered one of the most successful front rowers in NRL history. In 2004, he was a part of the famous 'Dogs of War' team that won the Grand Final, and he also received the Clive Churchill Medal during that match. Justin Horo is a former NRL player who played 120 games for Parramatta and Manly from 2010 to 2015. In addition to playing in the UK Super League, he also represented the New Zealand Māori team.' 0:00 Intro & Dynasty kits 2:03 Samoa v Tonga: Atmosphere & first reactions 5:55 How Taumalolo & Fifita changed international footy 9:29 Is Jason Taumalolo a future Immortal? 13:17 Fixing the Hall of Fame & Immortals system 16:45 Robert Toia: The best centre in the game? 20:23 Tui Lolohea’s outstanding form 22:24 Tonga’s bench power & Kristian Woolf’s tactics 24:02 Spencer Leniu interview & the Vaimauga battle 28:59 Spencer Leniu’s on-field alter ego 32:15 Samoa’s costly goal-kicking struggles 33:44 Jarome Luai’s massive hit & stare-down 37:09 Addin Fonua-Blake’s decisive try 39:08 Goal-kicking injuries & player workloads 42:13 Francis Manuleleua’s potential at lock 48:24 Australian heritage & representing your country 57:34 Eligibility rules & the next Pacific generation 1:00:31 Inspiring the next generation of international players 1:03:15 Sam Walker’s value & the halfback market 1:07:05 Is the Roosters’ premiership window closing? 1:10:41 Transfer mail, Herbie Farnworth & media accountability 1:13:53 Sam Walker–Matt Burton swap discussion 1:16:55 Dolphins jersey reveal 1:18:53 World Cup semi-finals: Who would you rather face? 1:21:22 Should rugby league invest in Canada? 1:23:21 Footy IQ, stereotypes & junior development 1:34:04 Mongrel Boots 1:34:20 Joe Tapine, Brandon Wakeham & the Fiji flashpoint 1:42:03 Ronaldo Mulitalo’s suspension debate 1:44:27 England v PNG: England’s frustrating campaign 1:49:24 PNG’s future & the Chiefs pathway 1:50:36 New Zealand v Fiji & World Cup contenders 1:51:42 Cook Islands shout-out 1:53:49 How should the Kiwis replace Mulitalo? 1:56:42 Australia’s attack, selections & aerial tactics 2:00:07 Lebanon v France: A dramatic finish 2:02:53 Wrap-up & France’s response to Mase See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back for a massive RLWC preview as the countdown begins to the blockbuster SAMOA vs TONGA showdown at CommBank Stadium! 🔥 We dive into the drama surrounding Sam Walker’s contract situation at the Roosters, Nick Politis and his future, before breaking down the biggest names hitting the open market on November 1. Plus, we debate the future of international rugby league, World Cup seedings, the rise of the Pacific nations and what needs to change to grow the international game. Willie Mason and Justin Horo preview every upcoming RLWC clash, including England vs PNG, New Zealand vs Fiji, Australia vs Cook Islands and Lebanon vs France, before delivering their predictions for the biggest game of the tournament so far! Download TAB App: https://tab.app.link/QHUigxWBeRb COMPA WORLD FAMOUS TEQUILA: https://www.compadrinksco.com/ MONGREL BOOTS: https://www.mongrelboots.com.au Sponsorship Enquiries: [email protected] Stay Connected with Levels Network: Website: https://www.levelsnetwork.bio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelsnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levelsnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levelsnetworkau Produced & Edited by https://www.instagram.com/itslukestowe/ Levels Podcast: Willie Mason & Justin Horo present Levels Podcast, twice a week reviewing & previewing all the NRL games also giving their best tips. Willie Mason is a former Kangaroo and NSW representative, is considered one of the most successful front rowers in NRL history. In 2004, he was a part of the famous 'Dogs of War' team that won the Grand Final, and he also received the Clive Churchill Medal during that match. Justin Horo is a former NRL player who played 120 games for Parramatta and Manly from 2010 to 2015. In addition to playing in the UK Super League, he also represented the New Zealand Māori team.' 00:00 Introduction & World Cup Format Debate 03:22 Sam Walker & November 1 Free Agency – Coming Up Later 04:04 Paul Kent's 2014 Comments & The Rise of International Rugby League 10:39 Could Australia Lose Its World Cup Dominance? 11:44 Australia's Junior Pathways & Pacific Island Talent 17:10 Samoan Players in the NFL & Rugby League Pathways 19:40 FOOT LOCKER LIVE EVENT – Parramatta, November 1 22:06 Lebanon's Fans, Marches & Rugby League Growth 25:34 Samoa vs Tonga Rivalry & World Cup Seeding Debate 29:09 World Cup Comparisons With Other Sports 33:00 World Cup Investment, Broadcasting & Tournament Structure 37:55 Rugby Union vs Rugby League World Cup 39:15 Scotland, Wales & European Rugby League 42:22 World Cup Prize Money 46:52 Growing Rugby League in France & England 49:30 French Rugby League Talent & Coaching Development 55:40 Super League Broadcasting & English Rugby League 57:15 Fiji's Development & International Talent 1:03:20 SAM WALKER – Roosters Contract Drama & His Future 1:18:15 NOVEMBER 1 – Top 10 Off-Contract Players & Predictions 1:42:28 ENGLAND vs PAPUA NEW GUINEA Preview 1:46:44 NEW ZEALAND vs FIJI Preview 1:52:14 AUSTRALIA vs COOK ISLANDS Preview 1:57:20 LEBANON vs FRANCE Preview 1:58:37 SAMOA vs TONGA Preview 2:14:31 Final Predictions & Sign-off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willie Mason and Justin Horo are back to unpack a massive second week of the Rugby League World Cup! The boys break down all the action from Tonga vs Lebanon, England vs France, New Zealand vs Cook Islands and Australia vs Fiji, while looking ahead to the blockbuster Samoa vs Tonga clash. Plus, Mase shares his thoughts on Sonny Bill Williams’ heart surgery, Horo pitches his plan to fix the Rugby League World Cup, and the boys dive into the future of international rugby league. Download TAB App: https://tab.app.link/QHUigxWBeRb COMPA WORLD FAMOUS TEQUILA: https://www.compadrinksco.com/ MONGREL BOOTS: https://www.mongrelboots.com.au Sponsorship Enquiries: [email protected] Stay Connected with Levels Network: Website: https://www.levelsnetwork.bio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelsnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@levelsnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/levelsnetworkau Produced & Edited by https://www.instagram.com/itslukestowe/ Levels Podcast: Willie Mason & Justin Horo present Levels Podcast, twice a week reviewing & previewing all the NRL games also giving their best tips. Willie Mason is a former Kangaroo and NSW representative, is considered one of the most successful front rowers in NRL history. In 2004, he was a part of the famous 'Dogs of War' team that won the Grand Final, and he also received the Clive Churchill Medal during that match. Justin Horo is a former NRL player who played 120 games for Parramatta and Manly from 2010 to 2015. In addition to playing in the UK Super League, he also represented the New Zealand Māori team.' 0:00 Sonny Bill Williams' Open Heart Surgery 6:48 The Rugby League World Cup – What's Wrong With the Current Format? 7:35 TANGENT: Channel Seven's Commentary Team 9:54 Is the Rugby League World Cup Just a South Pacific Cup? 11:50 Blowouts & Why Smaller Nations Deserve a Chance 14:12 Horo's Proposal to Fix the Rugby League World Cup 15:41 The Proposed 16-Team World Cup Format 18:20 England's Complaints About World Cup Scheduling 22:51 Growing International Rugby League 26:07 Samoa vs Tonga – Should the Rivals Be Kept Apart? 29:30 Why Samoa vs Tonga Is So Important 32:37 International Rugby League vs State of Origin 36:14 Can International Rugby League Reach Its Potential? 40:15 TANGENT: French Rugby League & International Players 43:29 French Rugby League's Toughest Players 47:46 Listener Question: Should Samoa & Tonga Rest Players? 54:09 Listener Comments & The Growth of International Rugby League 55:42 Growing Rugby League in the USA 57:26 TANGENT: NFL Players Switching to Rugby League 59:00 The Future of English Rugby League 1:00:53 England's Academy System & Player Development 1:02:29 The NRL, Super League & Broadcast Rights 1:07:07 TANGENT: International Travel & Expansion 1:08:13 TONGA vs LEBANON – Game Reaction 1:09:40 TANGENT: Lebanese & Tongan Fans at Accor Stadium 1:12:06 TANGENT: The Atmosphere & Entertainment at Accor Stadium 1:14:03 TONGA vs LEBANON – Continued 1:19:56 TANGENT: SuperCoach & Player Reputations 1:21:36 TONGA vs LEBANON – Continued 1:23:05 TANGENT: Newcastle Knights' Recruitment & Squad Depth 1:24:39 TANGENT: NRL Player Positions & Versatility 1:26:20 TANGENT: Jason Saab's Aerial Game & Manly 1:28:00 TONGA vs LEBANON – Continued 1:29:34 Gairo Voro & PNG's Emerging Talent 1:31:03 Spencer Leniu's Physicality Against PNG 1:32:38 Samoa's Forward Pack Ahead of Tonga 1:35:52 Samoa & Tonga's Physicality 1:37:22 PNG's Emerging Players 1:39:02 TANGENT: Newcastle Knights' Forward Pack 1:40:27 Samoa vs Tonga – The Biggest Match-Ups 1:42:23 TANGENT: Bradman Best & Newcastle Recruitment 1:44:00 TANGENT: Jeff Fenech's Health 1:45:26 TONGA vs LEBANON – Continued 1:47:39 ENGLAND vs FRANCE – Game Reaction 1:49:10 England's Attacking Threats 1:50:43 TANGENT: French Rugby League Training Standards 1:52:28 ENGLAND vs FRANCE – Continued 1:54:03 France's Disappointing Performance 1:55:23 NEW ZEALAND vs COOK ISLANDS – Game Reaction 1:57:28 New Zealand's Attacking Weapons 1:59:12 TANGENT: Try Celebrations & Player Personalities 2:00:39 NEW ZEALAND vs COOK ISLANDS – Continued 2:02:28 Peta Hiku's World Cup Farewell 2:04:00 AUSTRALIA vs FIJI – Game Reaction 2:05:38 Kurt Donoghoe's Performance for Fiji 2:07:21 TANGENT: Kurt Donoghoe's Future at the Dolphins 2:10:42 TANGENT: Dolphins Forward Pack & Morgan Knowles 2:12:21 AUSTRALIA vs FIJI – Continued 2:14:06 Fiji's Emerging Talent & Squad Depth 2:15:40 Controversial Refereeing Decisions 2:17:16 Fiji's Performance & What Comes Next 2:18:42 Final Thoughts & Outro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.