The 180 Podcast is back for season 2026.

Braith Anasta and Reni Maitua return after a long break and kick things off with a proper welfare check.

Reni opens up on spending six weeks in Samoa, reconnecting with culture, training, routine, and finding balance heading into a new year.

From there, the boys ease back into footy mode, talking about where the game is heading in 2026, early pressure building around clubs and coaches, and what this season could look like before a ball is even kicked.

It is a relaxed return episode with honest chat, reflections from the off season, and the tone set for what is coming in 2026.If you missed the boys, this one gets things rolling again.

0:00 Intro and return for 2026
1:20 Welfare check and long break recap
5:10 Reni’s six week Samoa trip
11:40 Training, routine, and lifestyle reset
18:30 Culture, mindset, and balance away from footy
26:10 Ease back into NRL mode
33:45 Early thoughts on the 2026 season
42:20 Pressure points and early talking topics
51:30 What the preseason really tells you
58:40 Vegas, season build up, and what’s coming next
1:02:10 Wrap up and sign off