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Sport Nation Afternoons

Sport Nation
Super Rugby
NRL
Warriors
Rugby League
Auckland FC
New Zealand Rugby
New Zealand
Rugby Union
Rugby
a-League
New Zealand Rugby League
Christchurch, New Zealand
National Rugby League
Auckland
Cricket
Super Rugby Pacific
Warriors (NRL)
Crusaders
Hurricanes
NZ20

Join Manawatu's finest, Mark Stafford for Sport Nation Afternoons every Tuesday to Friday from midday. Daniel McHardy picks up the mic for the start of the week, on Mondays with McHardy, and Mark Watson hosts Sunday Afternoons.

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Recent Guests

Matekino Gray
Warriors NRLW player
Warriors NRLW
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy & Gello Hour 2 - Warrior NRLW player Matekino Gray & a TAB Odds Update
James Maloney
Former Warriors and professional rugby league player
NRL clubs including Warriors, Panthers, Roosters, Storm, Sharks, Dragons
Episode: James Maloney: Former Warrior on the NRL, Warriors, and Origin from his perspective (5/6/26)
Ryan Hollows
Head of High Performance, Cycling New Zealand
Cycling New Zealand
Episode: Ryan Hollows: Track Cycling at The Commonwealth Games
Colin Mansbridge
CEO of the Crusaders
Crusaders
Episode: Colin Mansbridge: Scott Hansen taking over as the new Crusaders Head Coach
Colin Mainsbridge
Leader of Crusaders rugby team
Crusaders
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 1 - Scott Hansen takes over as Crusaders Head Coach & Talkback
Dean Riddle
Sports scientist
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 1 - Scott Hansen takes over as Crusaders Head Coach & Talkback
Andrew Voss
Commentator and guest on the show
Rugby League broadcasting
Episode: Andrew Voss | SEN Host and Fox Sport Commentator
Jude Dolan
Australian Football Reporter and Presenter
Collective AFL Podcast / Australian football media
Episode: Jude Dolan: Auckland FC Grand Final Review, EPL Final Day & What's Happening at Football Australia?
Ricki Herbert
Former coach of Wellington Phoenix; original coach of Wellington Phoenix; prominent figure in New Zealand football
Auckland FC (discussed in context as his current role and perspective)
Episode: Ricki Herbert | Former All White & coach on Auckland FC's Grand Final victory (24/5/26)

Host

Mark Stafford
Host of Sport Nation Afternoons; part of the broader show team

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
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Guests bring high-profile insights across rugby and football.
Conversation blends banter with analysis, engaging for fans.
Sound quality and pacing make episodes easy to follow.
The host keeps energy high with strong sports knowledge.

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Apple Podcasts
#221
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Talking Points

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George Dobell | Cricket Journalist
Q: How important is this series in the context of England and New Zealand cricket right now?
Dobell explains that while the Ashes and India series looms large, this series remains highly significant for assessing both teams' form, leadership, and long-term trajectories, especially after recent disappointments and their respective tactical evolutions.
Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Ryan Hollows, TAB Odds Update & The Midday Mixer
Q: What sport are you most looking forward to at the Commonwealth Games?
I'm most excited about cycling itself, especially watching the track events in the velodrome, and seeing how our 19-strong team performs on the world stage while representing New Zealand as part of a larger NZ Olympic/Paralympic team.
Afternoons with Staffy & Gello Hour 1 - James Maloney on the NRL and the Warriors & Sport Nation Kiwis selection continues
Q: How does family influence James Maloney's rugby career and post-playing life?
Maloney explains that family support is crucial, helping him navigate the demands of a globe-trotting career and enabling him to stay grounded and focused on performance.
James Maloney: Former Warrior on the NRL, Warriors, and Origin from his perspective (5/6/26)
Q: What importance does your family hold in navigating a globe-trotting rugby league career, and how has that support shaped your post-playing days?
Family keeps everything in perspective; behind every performance there's a home life that needs nurturing, so having a stable home is key to performing at your best and enjoying post-playing opportunities like media and podcasts.
James Maloney: Former Warrior on the NRL, Warriors, and Origin from his perspective (5/6/26)
Q: Jimmy, welcome in. How would you describe the evolution of your game and the role of different clubs you played for in shaping who you are as a player today?
My career was about adaptability and learning from each environment, taking the best from coaches and teammates, and then applying it to win games while keeping family life as a constant support system.

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This show blends rugby, football, cricket, and broader sports discourse with a distinctly New Zealand focus. Episodes frequently center on coaching moves, team dynamics, stadium developments, and big-game analysis, punctuated by interviews with athletes, analysts, and sport-science experts. Across recent episodes, listeners get insider takes on leadership, player injuries, sponsorships, and cross-code conversations that widen the perspective beyond a single sport. Noteworthy is the mix of high-profile guests, upbeat banter, and real-time reactions to sports news, making it a go-to for fans who want energetic, informed conversations with a regional flavor.

A standout feature is the breadth of topics—from elite performance and injury prevent... more

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2. James Maloney
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4. Colin Mansbridge
5. Colin Mainsbridge
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7. Andrew Voss
8. Jude Dolan

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