The Cast Patrol
The Cast Patrol" with Mick, Age & Jimmy provides listeners with trending Cast news, terrible life advice and all the latest NRL, Horse Racing & Sports Talk. Each week they deep dive into controversial 'Play on or Penalty' scenarios and answer unrestricted listener questions.
LIST OF EPISODES
#069 – The Return
The Return of the Mick! We welcome back Mick in this episode as we reunite after his short Euro Summer break.
#068 – Ice from YKTR (Isaac John)
We sit down with the man known as ‘Ice’, or Isaac John, a former NRL player turned successful entrepreneur.
#067 – Dead Rubber
With Queensland already clinching the State of Origin series, we’re turning our attention to the third game, a dead rubber in its purest form.
#066 – One & Done
#065 – Roger Fabri
We sit down with renowned sprint coach Roger Fabri, a true speed guru and the force behind some of the NRL’s fastest and most explosive players. Known nationally as one of the top masters of speed coaching, Roger takes us on a fascinating dive into the world of high-intensity training.
#064 – State of Origin Game 2 tips & Preview
Get ready for State of Origin Game 2 with this special 30-minute tips & preview episode sponsored by Dabble! We analyse the key ins & outs, dive into the series’ history and reveal some key Origin Game 2 stats. Did you know NSW have NEVER lost a Game 2 when Brad Fittler was the coach?
#063 – Spicy Selections
#062 – Donny Patrol
We are joined by Donny Sports from North of the Border for some good old-fashioned Rugby League discussions.
#061 – State Of Origin Game 1 Tips & Preview
**Pre-listen warning: This preview was filmed before Latrell Mitchell’s unfortunate ruling out of Game 1, but fear not, the show goes on with all other bets and Game 1 stats remaining completely relevant!
#060 – CASTiversary
Join us as we celebrate The Cast Patrol’s 1-year anniversary of podcasting! Thank you to all our incredible supporters & listeners that have helped us along the way.In this special episode, we recap the eventful State of Origin team lists announcement discussing the key ins and omissions.
#059 – Bounce Back Factor
Despite Age being sidelined with COVID, the show charges on in this week’s episode of The Cast Patrol. We reflect on the highlights and lowlights of the week, including a risky bet involving Sivo to determine whether or not we go out.
#058 – Bryson Goodwin
In this special episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the distinguished Bryson Goodwin, a former rugby league player who made his mark in the NRL, Super League and international rugby league scene.
#057 – Free Hasbulla
In this action-packed episode, we discuss the recent arrest of social media sensation Hasbulla for multiple driving offences during a wild wedding celebration in Dagestan.
#056 – Tragic Round
We recap a belated birthday bash filled with surprises, including a chance encounter with Gold Coast Titans players and coaching staff.
#055 – We Got Him!
Ladies and Gentleman … we got him! Jack Wighton officially signs with South Sydney Rabbitohs and Mick & Age couldn’t be any happier.
#054 – Dylan Walker
In this exciting episode we sit down with Dylan Walker, one of the most versatile and gifted players in the NRL.
#053 – The Cast Patrol Effect
It’s REAL! In this week’s episode, we discuss the CAST Patrol Effect and how it proved to be real once again.
#052 – Second Year Syndrome
Breaking News! CAST HQ has just reported an outbreak of Second Year Syndrome in Townsville.
#051 – Chess Not Checkers
In this episode we are playing chess NOT checkers as we gear up for the HUGE week ahead.
#050 – Jacob Host
On this milestone 50th episode of The Cast Patrol, we sit down with current South Sydney Rabbitohs star Jacob Host.
#049 -Clutch Plays & Train Delays
We cover everything from clutch NRL plays in Round 4 to horrendous NSW Train Delays. We deep dive into the latest NRL headlines, including Joseph Sua’ali’i signing with Australian Rugby for $1.6 million per year and Parramatta Eels looking for a new fullback to replace Clint Gutherson.
#048 – G.O.A.T
Which player is the Rugby League’s Greatest of All Time? We kick things off with a recap of our polar opposite Super Saturdays. With Mick and Age bored at home, Jimmy was living it up at the Golden Slipper.
#046 – Phins Up!
PHINS UP! This week, we have a special surprise for our listeners as Age dresses up in a dolphin costume after losing a bet on the Sydney Roosters. Age and Jimmy are holding down the fort as Mick is out this week as he has caught a case of the man flu.
#045 – Tries, Lies & Thai’s
We have a lot in store for you in this podcast episode! We recap the SportShedTV Charity Match that we played in, breaking down our individual performances and reviewing our SuperCoach points.
#047 – Year of the Centres
It’s official we have entered the Year of the Centres! In this episode, we break down all the try scoring stats to give you the edge in Round 3 of the NRL Season.
#044 – Campbell Graham
In this episode of The Cast Patrol, we sit down with Campbell Graham, the powerhouse centre for the South Sydney Rabbitohs. We discuss the Rabbitohs’ upcoming season and their aspirations to win the 2023 NRL Premiership, as well as get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the team’s tight-knit locker room at Redfern HQ.
#043 – Footy SZN
It’s FOOTY SEASON and we are pumped! In this episode, we focus on the NRL Pre-Season Trials and provide a comprehensive breakdown of the teams that impressed us and those that disappointed us.
#042 – Gai Waterhouse – The First Lady of Racing
Join us on The Cast Patrol Podcast for a special episode as we sit down with the legendary Gai Waterhouse, the First Lady of Racing. With a career spanning decades, Gai Waterhouse has made a name for herself in the racing world, winning multiple Group 1 races and earning a place in the Australian Hall of Fame.
#041 – NFL Super Bowl LVII Preview – Kansas City Chiefs vs Philadelphia Eagles
Join us as we preview the biggest game in the American calendar, the NFL Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. Sponsored by Dabble, we dive into the action and break down the key matchups, preview our first touchdown tips, best bets and our monster $12 Same Game Multi.
#040 – Birthday Bash
We’re back for another exciting week, and we have a special surprise for you! We’re introducing our first-ever Cast Patrol Merch. Make sure to click the link below to join “The Cast Club” and be the first to know when it drops.
#039 – Mark “The Goat” Nicholls
In this CAST special episode, we sit down with NRL player Mark “The GOAT” Nicholls from the Dolphins to discuss his journey in the league and get an inside look at what it takes to be a professional NRL player.
#038 – Clean Sweep
We’re back bringing you an action-packed episode filled with exciting new segments and sports discussions. We recap on our big weekends and the highlights that made them CAST. But that’s not all, we’re introducing two new segments that you won’t want to miss.
#037 – USA vs AUS
We are back for our first official episode for 2023! Mick and Age recap their US trip including Mick getting robbed in Nashville and Age allegedly meeting rap sensation Drake.
#036 – Haymakers
We are joined by our good mate, Cameron Hay aka Haymakers. We talk all things CAST and how he sent a resume and completed a formal interview with us to have a CAST night out.
#035 – ‘Tis The Season
The Cast Patrol’s Christmas Special! ‘Tis the season to be jolly lalalalala la la lala. To celebrate the holiday season we unwrap all our favourite segments with a Christmas twist.
#034 – Rinse & Repeat
Mick is in Canada enjoying his off-season leaving Jimmy and Age to hold the fort. The boys are joined by Ron Massey Cup superstar Mason McCarthy and unpack their eventful weekend that was.
#033 – Zac Purton
In this week’s episode, we have a very special guest: Zac Purton, one of the world’s top horse-racing jockeys. With 5 Hong Kong Jockey Premiership Championships and 38 Group 1 Races under his belt, Purton is a true champion of the sport.
#032 – Up For The Cup
It’s Man Flu Season and we have caught a severe case of it, showing signs of serious CAST symptoms. We discuss Australia’s dominance in world sports ranging from the FIFA World Cup to the heroics of the Wallabies. We argue about which teams have been the most impressive and disappointing at the World Cup.
#031 – Beginner’s Luck
Age reveals his crazy weekend in Melbourne including his plane ride home from hell. He explains how he helped his sister-in-law turn $50 into $1000. With the FIFA World Cup on in the background the boys go through their predictions for who takes out this year’s trophy!
#030 – King Of Spin
The boys have rolled into the CAST studio this week following a big weekend of Age’s birthday celebrations! We recap the weekend that was including Age’s back-to-back birthday night outs and the introduction of the King Of Spin! Jimmy brings in a special treat for Mick & Age to taste test.
#029 – Pop It Like It’s Peach
The boys are back for another week! We taste-test the notorious ‘Pop It Like It’s Peach’ from Cha Time thanks to Age’s recommendation.
We recap the weekend that was including Mick getting both Anamoe & Nature Strip beat on the same day …
#028 – Rolled
The boys are rolled post Melbourne Cup celebrations, Jimmy recounts his huge collect in the Cup and his night out in the town with Mick whilst Age describes his lameness and being crook all weekend. We preview the big weekend of sport including the Rugby League World Cup Quarter Finals as well as Champions Day at Flemington.
#027 – Melbourne Cup 2022 Preview
We preview the ‘Race That Stops The Nation’ aka the 2022 Melbourne Cup. We go through the TOP 10 chances of this year’s race and give our predictions on which horse will be victorious!
#026 – Spooky Season!
It’s officially Spooky Season! With Halloween around the corner, Age’s takes us through the Top 5 most unoriginal Halloween Costumes. We recap the weekend that was including Age’s 14 hour hibernation sleep, Mick’s wreckless engagement shenanigans and Anamoe winning the Cox Plate. With Melbourne Cup around the corner, Mick & Jimmy battle it out in Age’s special edition Melbourne Cup quiz.
#025 – Paul Carter
This week we are joined by a special guest, former NRL player Paul Carter. He played for the Gold Coast Titans, South Sydney Rabbitohs & Sydney Roosters throughout his NRL career. He was best known for his hard-hitting and work-horse character on the field.
#024 – Love is Love
The search is over, Jimmy has finally found love. Whilst Mick & Age recount their individual award-winning Division 3 Oztag seasons. We talk all things Rugby League World Cup as well as Spring Carnival Racing. Especially, Mick’s all-time mock on Nature Strip in The Everest.
#023 – Brent Zerafa
In this exciting episode, we sit down with the one and only Racing.com analyst, Brent Zerafa, to discuss all things horse racing, punting, and his successful media career.
#022 – Chins Above The Rest
We hope you are still enjoying your off season! Cleary and DCE battle it out for the #7 Australian jersey as well as who has the biggest & best chin in the squad. Mick & Age walk us through their huge win on the horses over the weekend, gifting 1055 people free money.
#021 – Enjoy Your Off Season
WIth the 2022 NRL Season coming to a close, the boys are well and truly in off-season mode. We recap the dominant win by the Penrith Panthers over the weekend going back-to-back premierships. Jimmy details his weekend rendezvous with his newfound love and soon-to-be wife. Whilst Mick details missing the NRL Grand Final for a Lebanese wedding. Would you miss the Grand Final?
#020 – The Big Dance
The Big Dance has arrived – Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels. Who will be the best in the west?
We run through our predictions for this Sunday’s Grand Final, predicting the First Try Scorer, Clive Churchill Medal Winner & Margin of Victory. Mick also brings back his popular segment NRL What Ifs … “What If Johnathan Thurston Never Left the Canterbury Bulldogs?”
#019 – Shaken, Not Stirred
Mick and Jimmy take the reins for this week whilst Age is on girlfriend duties. For the week that was Mick takes us through his 16-hour McDonalds challenge causing him to miss out on his sister’s birthday. Jimmy walks us through his huge Saturday night adventure with Age in his search for love.
#018 – Sodalicious
Jimmy makes a timely return for this week’s episode! We review Week 1 of the NRL Finals and give our predictions for Week 2. Age takes us through his Top 5 Soft Drinks. Is Solo the greatest soda of all time? Play On or Penalty is back for this week and as always, we answer all of our listener’s unrestricted questions.
#017 – X-Factor
Jimmy takes a week off the podcast to pursue his quest for love, entering enemy territory in Newcastle. So, you’re blessed with an episode of the dynamic duo – Mick & Age. They break down the NRL Finals and who they think will progress to the next round and who will be the X-Factor players for each team.
#016 – Jimmy The Bunny
A bet’s a bet. Jimmy is a man of his word and accepts defeat by entering the podcast studio in his recently purchased bunny suit. We recap on Age’s week from hell and Mick’s sleepless Sunday. We look ahead to Round 25 of the NRL and discuss how the Top 8 will finish come finals time
#015 – Death Valley
We recap on our weekend away in the Hunter Valley or as Mick would call it ‘Death Valley’. We preview the upcoming Round 24 of Rugby League as the run to the finals draws near. As always, we answer the hard-hitting questions from our listeners, and run through our favourite segments; Play on or Penalty & This or That. Have the ability to pause time or rewind time? You decide!
#014 – Tommy Berry
In this episode, we are joined by one of Australia’s top jockeys – Tommy Berry. Tommy shares his journey with us, from his upbringing to how he discovered his passion for horse racing. He gives us an exclusive look into the daily routine of a jockey and the challenges they face.
#013 – It Ain’t Weak to Speak
With NRL Finals heating up, we give our analysis into the teams who are bolting home and the ones that limping into September. What if Greg Inglis played for NSW over QLD in the State of Origin? We theorise on the impact he could’ve made for NSW in breaking up that dominant QLD dynasty.
#012 – Sticky Situation
What even is a Weak Gutted Dog? Ricky Stuart got himself in a very sticky situation over the weekend with one of his all-time verbal attacks. Jimmy runs through his TOP 5 Dating Ideas to take your significant other out.
#011 – Uber Cheats
Have you ever Uber-Cheated your way to a free meal? We discuss how individuals are scamming Uber Eats through unethical methods … we would never! We debut a new segment called ‘What Made Age Rage?’. And to keep all our listeners happy, we run through your favourite segments like Play on or Penalty, Listener Questions & This or That.
#010 – The First of Cast
SPECIAL EDITION: To commemorate our 10th episode we take a trip down memory lane reminiscing on how The Cast Patrol began and how it eventuated into a podcast. We discuss our favourite Cast Patrol moments including Jimmy’s questionable trade with a homeless man. Mick walks us through his Top FIVE Sports Movies of All Time.
#009 – Bondi Shark Attack
The shark alarms were blasting loud and clear through Bondi on Saturday night as we partied with Cronulla Sharks stars Nicho Hynes & Toby Rudolf. We walk you through the greatest Oztag try assist of all time produced by Age to Mick to complete his hattrick of tries.
#006 – This or That
WARNING! This podcast may give you a serious case of the giggles. We deep dive into the week that was including Mick’s unlucky run with the Melbourne locals and Age’s cheating tactics vs Jimmy on their weekend round of golf. We also debut our brand new segment – ‘This or That’.
#005 – Crackhead at Maccas
Have you ever been staunched at a Maccas by the local crackhead? We explain our near-death experience whilst ordering a McValue box. We deep dive into some State of Origin chat and give our predictions for Game 2 of the series in Perth.
#004 – First Dates
The boys share their first date experiences and discuss whether or not males are expected to pay for the first bill. They also relive their brushes with celebrities in public.
#003 – Hotdog in a Schooner
Have you ever dipped a hotdog in a schooner? Find out how the Cast boys reacted to this week’s absurd ‘Play on or Penalty’ question. We also run our thoughts over Game 1 of the State of Origin series providing our predictions and best bets.
#002 – Happy Wife Happy Life
Is the age-old saying true? Does keeping your wife happy really make your life happy?
#008 – Origin Fever
We have contracted a bad case of the Origin Fever! With the State of Origin decider happening tonight, we’ve given our predictions, tips & SGMs for the iconic matchup. Age takes us through the CAST 5 – Best Origin Fights of All Time. Our favourite segment is back this week – Play on Penalty! Is farting in front of your significant other allowed?
#007 – GentleMinions
Why are Gen Z’s dressing up in suits to watch the latest Minions movie? What are Mick’s biggest “icks”? How is Jimmy’s love life going? All of these questions are answered in our newest podcast.