The Dragons Den

This week on Dragons Den, we bring you a huge double episode featuring some of the club's brightest stars from both the NRL and NRLW. First, we sit down with Dragons forward Blake Lawrie and rising young talent Kade Reed. The pair discuss the fierce competition for spots within the forward pack, Kade's journey to his NRL debut, and the growth and improvement within the first grade squad. Then, ahead of the NRLW season opener, we catch up with Taliah Fuimaono, Brooke Anderson and Arabella McKenzie. The trio share insights into the culture and chemistry within the squad, how the team has embraced a host of new additions, and the excitement building as they prepare to kick off their 2026 campaign. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer - Vaughan Thistlethwaite Audio and Production - Vaughan Thistlethwaite and Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Dragons Den, we sit down with Head Coach Dean Young for an in-depth conversation about his journey, his vision for the club, and the future of the St George Illawarra Dragons. A proud Dragon who spent the majority of his playing career in the Red V, Dean shares what it means to lead the club he has called home for so many years. He discusses the cultural and structural changes implemented since taking the reins as Head Coach, the exciting development of emerging talents such as Kade Reed and Lyhkan King-Togia, and the standards and style of football he wants the Dragons to be known for. It's a candid and insightful discussion with one of the club's most passionate figures as he outlines the path forward for the next generation of Dragons. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer - Vaughan Thistlethwaite Audio and Production - Vaughan Thistlethwaite and Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Dragons Den we bring you a massive double episode packed with insight from both the NRL and NRLW camps. First, rising Dragon Dylan Egan joins us for a conversation about his challenging 12 month recovery from an ACL injury, the belief building within the squad and the excitement surrounding the club heading into Magic Round. We then sit down with NRLW stars Keele Browne, Ella Koster and Montaya Hudson to chat all things preseason, the rapid growth of the women’s game and the incredible impact the Dragons continue to make within the community. From resilience and recovery to culture, confidence and the future of the club, this is one episode Dragons fans won’t want to miss. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer - Vaughan Thistlethwaite Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Dragons Den, we’re joined by CEO Tim Watsford live from the new Bruce Gordon Centre. We break down the opening eight rounds with honesty and vulnerability, before diving into the club’s future, highlighting the exciting wave of young talent rising through the ranks and the impact of key new additions. A new era is coming...and it changes everything The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer - Vaughan Thistlethwaite Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co Captain Clint Gutherson and young superstar Hamish Stewart step into the Dragons Den for a raw and intimate conversation you won’t hear anywhere else. From an honest look at their start to the season to the mindset shift needed to turn things around. Plus, they address the latest noise around potential new signings. You don't want to miss this one. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer - Vaughan Thistlethwaite Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome Jacob Liddle into the Dragons Den. After returning in Round 3, he opens up about the hamstring injury that sidelined him through most of the preseason and early rounds. Lids also shares exclusive behind the scenes insights from within the group, before we preview this weekend’s away clash. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome Toby and Ryan Couchman into the Dragons Den. This iconic twin duo have paved their way into the Dragons NRL top squad and are considered some of the best forwards in today's game. We recap their trip to Las Vegas, chat about the controversial strip call and what they got up to off the field in Sin City. We also talk about some of the new faces around the club and how much impact they have had on the group in such a short amount of time.  The Couchman twins are full of confidence and are ready to lead the way from the front in 2026. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dragons Den is back for 2026 and we kick things off with NRL Head Coach Shane Flanagan and CEO Tim Watsford. As we look ahead to Red Vegas, Flano and Tim preview what is sure to be an explosive Round 1 clash in Sin City. With so many young guns pushing for a jersey, we delve into what the 2026 season holds for the Dragons. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the final episode of the year we welcome back CEO of the St George Illawarra Dragons, Tim Watsford and NRL Head Coach Shane Flanagan. The 2024 season wrapped so we take a look back at the year that was. With November 1 fast approaching, recruitment is top of the list for the future success of The Dragons. Its clear the club has a focus on rebuilding back to a finals playing footy team. Through pathways, recruitment and coaching, 2026 promises to be a big year. And it all starts n Vegas.  The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week into the Dragons Den we welcome a rising star on The Red V roster, Hayden Buchanan. Hayden got his NRL debut in round 23 against the Sharks in front of a packed Netstrata. With family and friends filling the hill, he speaks on what its like to fulfill his NRL dream. One of the many stars to come out of the Gerringong Loins, we speak about his love for his junior club and what its like to line up along side the likes of Dylan Egan and Hamish Stewart at NRL level. A big future, a great guy and we can't wait to see him thrive in 2026!!  The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan  Audio and Production - Sam WickensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.