
Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons host a weekly chat about all things New Zealand rugby, from Super Rugby Pacific, the All Blacks, Bunnings NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, and Super Rugby Aupiki, the team have you covered with unique insight from current pros still in the game.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 281 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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I’ve tried so hard to enjoy this podcast. I’m a rugby tragic and normally love insights and analysis but you’ve really missed the mark with your format. Listening to James Parsons endlessly and patronising sermonise to us is nauseating. It generally works well if Bryn is there to break up the monologue but with just you two it’s actually unbearable. No doubt James is very knowledgeable and has some interesting insights but please just think of the listener. We don’t tune in to get lectured too ... more
The analysis and insight from the team is superb; recent casts breaking apart how rugby is evolving in the Southern Hemisphere were especially good.
The producer for some unknown reason puts background noise (crowd, ref whistles) underneath the conversation, in soma cases making the discussion unintelligible.
Pretty boring podcast when the guys talk about down lines and the technicalities of the sport. Would rather hear their opinions on the storylines currently in rugby (i.e the rising prevalence of red cards)than some drivel about up and down lines zzzz.
Great analysis and insight in to NZ rugby but also knowledgeable about overseas matches, clubs and players so not all NZ. James Parsons brings great experience and perspectives.
and it was ruined by the constant, distracting phlegmy coughing that was going on. Get this podcast an operable “cough button”!
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This show offers in-depth analysis of New Zealand rugby across Super Rugby Pacific, national teams, and development pathways, delivered through a mix of tactical breakdown, season-long context, and guest perspectives. Episodes frequently examine team form, selection decisions, player performances, and the evolving structure of the game in Aotearoa, with a focus on authentic insights from current players and industry figures. Notable strengths include nuanced rugby intelligence, a strong NZ perspective, and discussions that balance data-driven analysis with viewer-friendly banter. A recurring highlight is the ability to connect on-field strategy with broader development pipelines and ownership considerations affecting the sport's future in t... more
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