Best Miski Podcasts (2024)

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Alex Walmsley | A different path, happiness and getting rid of backs! 32:27

2h ago32:27

32:27

St Helens prop, Alex Walmsley joins Jenna and Jon this week to discuss his journey from university and amateur rugby league to becoming a Saints legend.By Sky Sports

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Sam Halsall | Contract extensions, coffee and leaving Wembley 29:41

4d ago29:41

29:41

Huddersfield Giants' Sam Halsall joins Jenna and Jon for this week's episode of The Bench. Sam talks about his newly-signed contract extension, how he's trying to become a better barista and offers up a thought on Wembley Stadium in 'On and Off the Bench'.By Sky Sports

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Gary Hetherington | Leeds CEO talks state of rugby league and Rhinos ambition 29:33

19d ago29:33

29:33

Leeds Rhinos chief executive, Gary Hetherington joins Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins on this week's episode of The Bench. Gary gives his views on the current state of rugby league in Britain and what he thinks the future looks like for the Rhinos.By Sky Sports

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Professor Chris Brookes | Tour tales, concussion learnings & being a chairman! 55:04

27d ago55:04

55:04

Jenna and Jon are joined by Wigan Warriors chairman, professor Chris Brookes on this week's episode on The Bench. 'Doc' shares stories from his 30 years in rugby league including a couple of brilliant tales from Great Britain's tour of Australia in 2006. Plus, he tells us how understanding of head injuries has changed over the decades and what he h…

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Cade Cust | Proving people wrong, no sulking and celebrity appearances 29:26

1M ago29:26

29:26

Salford Red Devils hooker, Cade Cust is Jenna and Jon's guest this week. Cade tells us about how head coach, Paul Rowley is helping to inspire the side to prove their doubters wrong and the importance of having a good attitude in training - even when you might not be in the starting 13. Plus, listen out for Jenna's 'Off The Bench' idea to get more …

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Shaun Kenny-Dowall | Becoming a coach, big name signings and driving planes 24:26

1M ago24:26

24:26

Jenna and Jon are joined by Hull KR coach, Shaun Kenny-Dowall for this week's episode. Shaun tells us how his move from playing into coaching has gone and how targets and standards are increasing at the Robins. Plus, listen out for some cracking answers to the quickfire questions!By Sky Sports

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Joe Batchelor | Patience, brotherly love and... Heather Small?! 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

St Helens second row, Joe Batchelor is Jenna and Jon's guest this week. Joe tells us about how he has had to be patient to break into the Saints team and how James Roby continues to inspire the squad. Plus, listen out for Jon's hilarious story about meeting singer, Heather Small!By Sky Sports

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Harry Smith & Abbas Miski | Becoming world club champions! 38:44

2M ago38:44

38:44

Wigan Warriors duo Abbas Miski and Harry Smith are Jenna and Jon's guests this week, just a few days after they beat Penrith to become club world champions!By Sky Sports

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Sam Tomkins | The documentary, no more training and lookalikes 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Jenna and Jon are joined by the newest addition to Sky Sports' Rugby League coverage, Sam Tomkins. Following his retirement at the end of last season, Sam speaks about life after league, including being mistaken for a famous celebrity fighter, and tells us about the upcoming documentary which delves into the end of his playing career.…

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Ryan Brierley | Red Devil realism, kit bags and window cleaners 44:46

2M ago44:46

44:46

Salford Red Devils back, Ryan Brierley is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Ryan speaks about Salford's realistic aims for the 2024 Super League season, his personal ambitions and his relationship with head coach, Paul Rowley. Plus, 'Set of Six' and 'On the Bench, Off the Bench' are back for another week!…

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Matt Moylan | Cronulla, leopard print and the first 'Set of Six' 33:35

3M ago33:35

33:35

Jenna and Jon are back for another season, and their first guest of 2024 is Leigh Leopards' new signing, Matt Moylan. Matt tells us about his move to the UK from Cronulla in Australia, how he's getting used to wearing leopard print clothing and how he's looking forward to hearing the chants of English crowds. Plus, as 'On the Bench, Off the Bench' …

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Ep 214 Agam Dhawan Helping Young Men Take Back Control of Their Mental Health 42:56

4M ago42:56

42:56

Agam Dhawan is a psychiatrist who specializes in treating mental health issues in young male gamers. His mission is to defeat gamer loneliness by transforming gamers into men other guys want to be and women want to be with. Wesite: https://www.agamdhawanmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agamdhawanmd/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lev…

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Ep 213 Edward Miskie Getting Cancer Free to Everything Falling Apart in Life 40:23

4M ago40:23

40:23

Edward Miskie is a sole survivor of a rare cancer. This year is his 10 year cancer survivorship anniversary, an anniversary he didn’t think he was going to get! So, he is celebrating with his book "Cancer, Musical Theatre, and Other Chronic Illnesses" as featured on INSIDER and ABC (available at Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Booktopia, Indigo, Apple Boo…

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Ostriches! Lie detectors! Streakers! | The Bench - Best of 2023 29:28

4M ago29:28

29:28

Jenna and Jon are back to take a look back on the first full season of The Bench. Amongst the highlights are Kyle Amor's revelation that he's ridden an ostrich, Sam Tomkins' excellent 'Off the Bench' idea to introduce lie detectors into rugby league and Dan Sarginson's plea to bring back streakers! Thanks for listening to The Bench with Jenna and J…

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Matt Peet | Learning points, coaching styles and the importance of culture and purpose 35:37

7M ago35:37

35:37

Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet ahead of the Grand Final against Catalans Dragons at Old Trafford. Looking at the in and outs behind coaching at the top level, Matt reveals the key findings he’s made in his career, as well as why his personality matches with who he is as a coach. Purpose and culture are…

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Kyle Amor & Jodie Cunningham | Cumbria vs the world! Women's RL in London and Cardiff? 30:19

7M ago30:19

30:19

Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Kyle Amor and Jodie Cunningham this week on the day of the Women's Super League Grand Final. Kyle talks passionately about Cumbrian rugby league and his plans to grow the sport in his home county, while Jodie discusses how London and Cardiff could be key areas to help grow the women's game. Plus, there are …

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Paul Rowley | Coach of the Year contender, Brodie Croft's future and earmuffs on refs! 30:22

7M ago30:22

30:22

Barrie McDermott steps in for Jon this week as he and Jenna are joined by Salford head coach Paul Rowley. They discuss his nomination for Super League Coach of the Year, the challenges he faces at the club, and Brodie Croft's future. They also reflect on how the game has changed over the years, and Paul explains the story behind an amusing photosho…

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Danika Priim | Social media slogans and dodgy tattoos! 31:03

7M ago31:03

31:03

Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by former Leeds Rhinos forward, Danika Priim who discusses social media slogans and reveals a tattoo which leaves Jon reeling! Plus, Danika chats about her move into the media and there are some 'interesting' ideas put forward in 'On The Bench, Off The Bench'.By Sky Sports

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George Williams | Being a dad, playing in the NRL and what next for Warrington? 28:46

7M ago28:46

28:46

Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Warrington Wolves' George Williams as he discusses what it's like to be a dad, his time in the NRL with Canberra and how it came to an end, and what to expect from Warrington moving forward.By Sky Sports

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Konrad Hurrell | Food guilty pleasures, Tongan families and... shaking it! 30:17

8M ago30:17

30:17

Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by St Helens centre, Konrad Hurrell to discuss everything from his family life at home in Tonga to his food guilty pleasures. Plus there's a pretty epic edition of 'On the Bench, Off the Bench' that cannot be missed!By Sky Sports

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Dan Sarginson | Being known as 'the rugby player', the benefits of meditation and annoying phrases! 31:42

8M ago31:42

31:42

This week Jenna and Jon are joined by Dan Sarginson who makes his second appearance on the podcast! The trio catch up with Dan on how retirement is going, discuss the benefits of yoga and meditation and why it's not always good to be known as 'the rugby player'. Jenna also reveals how her number one broadcasting rule was put to the test by Wigan's …

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Rob Hicks | How hard is the role of a referee, should they be mic'd up and creative crowd chants 31:35

8M ago31:35

31:35

This week Jenna and Jon are joined by Director of Operations and Legal for the Rugby Football League, Rob Hicks. The trio look over the role of a referee and reflect on Rob's officiating experiences. Would the game be more interesting if referees were mic'd up? And what kind of conversations go on amongst officials and players?…

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Andrew Voss | Vossy's music career, scented candles and alternative names for rugby league! 44:45

8M ago44:45

44:45

This week Jenna and Jon are joined by the legendary Australian commentator Andrew Voss. They discuss his brief stint in a band, his second career in the scented candle business and alternative names for rugby league! Plus Jon has his say on the quality of fans' chants and the panel debate the best way to eat a pie!…

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Derek Beaumont | Leopard print branding, pre-match entertainment and Wembley dreams 29:41

9M ago29:41

29:41

This week on The Bench, Jon and Jenna are joined by Leigh Leopards owner Derek Beaumont. The trio discuss a variety of topics including Derek's forward approach with leopard print branding and pre-match entertainment, as well as his hopes for Leigh this season ahead of the Challenge Cup final.By Sky Sports

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Ep 212 Clint Hatton, Big Bold Brave, Shares His Story of Losing His Son 52:27

9M ago52:27

52:27

Clint Hatton is a former drug addict and a divorce to a pastor to losing his 17-year-old son in a plane crash to inspiring people to be courageous humans...He has lived a very layered life. At 12 years old he was nearly killed twice due to his mom suffering from suicidal ideation after his dad's affair. During his 20-year marriage, him and his wife…

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Ep 211 Jeanell Greene Finds Her “Happy Place” After Deciding Her Divorce Was a “Gift” 41:12

9M ago41:12

41:12

Jeanell Greene loves talking about how finally overcame being the perfect, people-pleasing, overachieving, good catholic girl.... to building her own unique coaching empire in a way that is opposite of what is expected and suggested and making it work for her. She also loves sharing about the 'gift' of her divorce, and how she found her Happy Place…

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Ep 210 Dallas Goodlet Creates The Best Life Despite NOT Being Who He Thought He Was 35:44

9M ago35:44

35:44

Dallas Goodlet was told by his parents he was adopted at age 5. At that time, he thought he knew who his biological parents/family were. At age 19, he found out they weren’t his biological family. he had anger problems already from the shame, abandonment he felt from being adopted but when he found out, who he thought, were his birth parents weren’…

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Ep 209 Kimberly Williams Helps People Who Experience a Toxic Workplace 29:41

9M ago29:41

29:41

Kimberly Williams went through a difficult period as a single mom working for a bully chief executive. She spent many days afraid of losing her job, being unable to support her daughter, and not knowing what impact this time would have on her career. But she not only survived it, she learned a great deal about managing toxic workplaces as an employ…

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