With Billy off coaching duties, Cameron Smith takes the reins on this week’s Billy Slater Podcast, just days out from a must-win Origin Game II in Perth.

Cam gives his honest take on where Queensland went wrong in Game I, what needs to change, and why new skipper Cam Munster is built for this moment.

Plus, insights on key team changes including Trent Loiero and Pat Carrigan, and a look at the surprise packets of the NRL season so far.

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Recorded inside Camp Maroon at Twin Waters on the Sunshine Coast, Billy Slater sits down with Peter Psaltis to unpack one of the toughest decisions of his coaching career - telling Daly Cherry-Evans he wouldn’t be picked for Game II.

Billy reflects on DCE’s incredible legacy, why Tom Dearden has earned his shot in the number 7 jersey, and how the squad is rebuilding after a disappointing Game I.

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Billy addresses and reflects on Game 1 of State of Origin and the changes needed to be made for Game 2.

Billy and Psalty discuss the highlights of NRL Round 13, focusing on the impressive performances of teams like the Warriors and Raiders. They delve into the camaraderie within the Raiders, and analyze the struggles of the Brisbane Broncos.

Plus, Billy gives his thoughts on the Lachlan Galvin situation and where he believes the Bulldogs will play him next Monday.

The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Peter Psaltis thanks to TAB - For the best time in sport, TAB has the best app in sport. TAB, We’re On.

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00:00 - Welcome

01:00 - Panthers Eels

04:00 - Warriors Rabbitohs

06:00 - Roosters Raiders

08:45 - Josh Papali’i

11:15 - Corey Horsburgh

12:00 - State of Origin

21:00 - Broncos

25:00 - Storm Titans

27:30 - Cowboys Tigers

29:30 - Dragons Knights

31:15 - Billy M Awards

35:30 - Listener Questions

38:00 - Round 14 preview

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