Episodes

  • Malcolm Marx on the keys to Boks dominance + Beaudy or DMac at 10?”
    Apr 8 2025

    South African star Malcolm Marx joins Bryn Hall, James Parsons and Ross Karl to talk Springboks innovation, Rassie, dominating the breakdown and his toughest opponents.


    We deep dive into who will start at 10 for the All Blacks and do a mid-season review of Super Rugby Pacific, looking at rookies, players of the year and trends so far.

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    56 mins
  • Mo’unga to Moana? Plus, the Bok who sent shudders down Ben Tameifuna’s spine
    Apr 1 2025

    After announcing he wants to play at the 2027 World Cup, Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall break down whether Richie Mo'unga will join Moana Pasifika, not the Crusaders in 2027.


    Tongan giant Ben Tameifuna talks the Springbok who cracked his back and life in French rugby.


    Plus, we look into what Moana Pasifika are doing differently that created the resilience to hold on against the Crusaders, the form of Ruben Love and the latest halfback on the rise in NZ rugby.

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    54 mins
  • Is Rieko Ioane the man at 13? Analysis and interview with Rieko
    Mar 25 2025

    James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down whether Rieko Ioane is the man to wear the All Blacks 13 jersey and interview the man himself.


    They also look at Shaun Stevenson's form and analyse the weekend's Super Rugby.

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    54 mins
  • Is Du’Plessis Kirifi the All Blacks 7? Plus, Solomon Alaimalo on surviving torrid NRL pre-seasons
    Mar 18 2025

    Is Du'Plessis Kirifi is the man to wear the All Blacks 7s jersey? James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl compare Kirifi with the other contenders, deep dive on why the Crusaders attack is humming and ask whether the Blues are close to finding form.


    Plus, Moana Pasifika winger Solomon Alaimalo talks switching codes and torrid NRL pre-seasons.

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    55 mins
  • Pasifika stand up: Moana and Drua make a statement + what’s your favourite old school jersey?
    Mar 11 2025

    This week, James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down how the Drua and Moana Pasifika stepped up for upsets, what's wrong with the Blues and Canes and the brutality that led to the Crusaders big win over the Reds.


    Should you be able to hurdle a player in rugby? The guys look at the new trend, which was already outlawed!


    Plus, jersey collector Duncan Wood from Boomfa Vintage breaks down what makes rugby kit collectable and the guys discuss the best jersey in their collection.

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    54 mins
  • Could Quin Tupaea and ALB be the test midfield? Plus, possibly the first Dutch All Black?
    Mar 4 2025

    Ross Karl and James Parsons break down the latest round of Super Rugby, whether the Blues are back on track, how the Hurricanes blew it and where Moana Pasifika and the Force must step up to knock off the big boys.


    Plus, interviews with Highlanders lock Fabian Holland, who could become the first Dutch All Black, and Matatū halfback Maia Joseph, who starred in their opening win over Manawa.

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    55 mins
  • Is Highlander Timoci Tavatavanawai Super Rugby's MVP? Plus Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga
    Feb 25 2025

    Join James Parson, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round two of Super Rugby, including Timoci Tavatavanawai's stellar performance for the Highlanders and how the Chiefs are dismantling teams in the second half.


    The boys talk the Blues and Crusaders failings, as well as the Hurricanes' scratchy win over the Drua and preview the opening weekend of Aupiki.


    Plus special guests Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga.

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    55 mins
  • Are the Chiefs now the team to beat + guest Will Jordan
    Feb 18 2025

    Join James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round one of Super Rugby, with the rise of the Chiefs, Crusaders and Aussie teams, plus plucky performances from the Highlanders and Moana Pasifika.


    Plus, Crusaders and All Blacks Superstar Will Jordan talks the Crusaders bouncing back and Bryn Hall's average habits as a flatmate!


    Catch the video version on Youtube..

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IROxhGiwoIY

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    55 mins