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The chief executive officer of the NRL, Andrew Abdo is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Andrew tells us about the discussions he's been having with Super League stakeholders about potential investment by the NRL.He tells Jenna and Jon whether a deal is close to being offered, what it might look like and how he thinks the NRL can help improve rugby league in the northern hemisphere.-•You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink•Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports•You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".•For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-

One of rugby league's most influential executives, Gary Hetherington is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Gary looks back to the birth of Super League in 1996 and the challenges of that period. He also tells us about his work at Leeds and how he re-branded the club as the "Rhinos".Plus, in his current role as chief executive officer at London Broncos, Gary explains how he hopes to help the club grow and return to the top-flight.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Castleford Tigers director of rugby Chris Chester is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Chris speaks about being a player, a head coach and a director of rugby in Super League as the competition turns 30 years old.He also tells Jenna and Jon about his reasons for leaving Leigh Leopards and opens up on the size of the task ahead of him at Castleford.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks to Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this bonus episode of The Bench.In his first interview since announcing his stunning move to Wakefield Trinity from the NRL, he tells Jenna and Sam why now was the right time to move to Super League.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leigh Leopards forward Joe Ofahengaue is this week's guest on the Bench with Jenna and Jon.Joe talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and his subsequent moves to NRL and Super League.Plus he tells Jenna and Jon why he feels it's important for players to have mentors and how he tries to fill that role himself.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wakefield Trinity owner Matt Ellis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Matt talks to us about owning the club and the work and investment he and his team are putting in to improve facilities as well as the playing side.Plus, Matt shares what it's like to work with other Super League club owners and gives his thoughts on potential NRL investment.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wigan Warriors assistant coach Paul Deacon is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins too!)Paul speaks about switching from rugby league to union and back again and what the biggest learning curves were with each transition.Plus, he tells us about his future coaching aspirations - could he be a Super League head coach one day?-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jenna is with Sam Tomkins and Bradford Bulls legends Brian Noble and Stuart Fielden on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.They discuss the Bulls' return to Super League and share memories of their time at the club.Plus, Sam, Brian and Stuart tell stories about on-field confrontations and get involved with On & Off The Bench.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Billy and Brian are pitch-side to give their immediate reaction after the Super League clash between the Leeds Rhinos and Hull KR at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are in Las Vegas to give us another taste of the build-up to Leeds Rhinos vs Hull KR with the match now less than 24 hours away.They're joined by former Hull KR players Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Shaun Kenny-Dowall, plus we hear why Brian's had a difficult day after an eating challenge...-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are back on Fremont Street in Las Vegas to soak up the atmosphere as the teams are welcomed to the stage in front of thousands of excited fans.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are in the world's biggest shopping trolley on the Las Vegas strip for today's episode!We also hear from ARL Commission chairman Peter V'Landys who speaks about the Vegas event and potential NRL investment in Super League.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian Carney and Sky Sports rugby league producer Billy Painter are on Fremont Street in Las Vegas as we begin the build-up to Saturday's triple-header of games at Allegiant Stadium.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Warrington Wolves CEO Karl Fitzpatrick joins Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this week's episode of The Bench.Karl tells us what he is hoping to see from Wire this season and describes some of the work the club is doing behind the scenes to build connection with their fans.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

York Knights owner Clint Goodchild is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.He discusses what it's been like to get the club into Super League for the first time and the financial implications of their promotion.Plus, Clint tells us about his upbringing in the Queensland outback and his business background.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

It's a first for The Bench this week as we're joined by a pair of cousins! Hull KR's Jez Litten and Hull FC's Davy Litten join Jenna on our latest episode.They both talk about growing up together and supporting each other in their respective careers.Plus, with each of them playing for the two Hull clubs Jenna asks them about their hopes and ambitions for the coming season.

Hull FC head coach John Cartwright is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.John speaks to us about some big family news and how his paternal instincts find their way into his coaching.Plus, with the Black & Whites being tipped as dark horses to do well this season, John talks about the added pressure that brings and how he deals with injuries to some of his top players.

Leeds Rhinos' Jake Connor and Mikey Lewis of Hull KR join Jenna on this episode of The Bench. But who is better?! The last two Man of Steel award winners look ahead to the new season, discuss what drives them on and chat about Vegas and the World Cup. Mikey also addresses THAT social media clip. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jenna is joined by the co-owners of the London Broncos - Darren Lockyer and Grant Wechsel - on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.They chat about their aims and ambitions for the club, with a return to Super League very much the target.Plus, they explain how they're hoping to attract new fans, why famous faces can help, and Darren also speaks about his success with Queensland in State of Origin.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jackson Hastings joins Jenna on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.The former Super League Man of Steel has signed with St Helens on a one-year deal after four seasons in the NRL with the Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers.He talks to Jenna about his decision to return to play in the UK, his relationship with head coach Paul Rowley and his ambitions on the pitch next season.Plus, Jackson talks about how the birth of his daughter and the death of his mother this year are inspiring him to show his best-self.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk