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DSPN - RUGBY

rova | DSPN
All Blacks
South Africa
Springboks
Rugby
Super Rugby
New Zealand
Wallabies
Rugby Union
Bledisloe Cup
New Zealand Rugby
Chiefs
Super Rugby Pacific
Hurricanes
Nations Championship
Crusaders
Ireland
Rugby World Cup
Dave Rennie
South Africa National Rugby Union Team
France

DSPN is a New Zealand rugby podcast and channel hosted by Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall, covering the biggest stories in the game. From the All Blacks and Super Rugby to provincial rugby, major interviews, breaking news, and sharp commentary, DSPN delivers strong opinions, smart analysis, and proper rugby discussion for New Zealand fans. DSPN is brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer No Filler.

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Latest Episodes

Tony Johnson joins Martin to unpack the big announcement from NZ Rugby on the future of Super Rugby and the NPC. We look at why privatisation is off the table, the idea of All Blacks playing across the ditch, and look ahead to the Nations Championshi... more

It is mailbag time, and we are diving straight into your comments. Martin and Jamie break down why everyone went quiet on Du'Plessis Kirifi, Lester Fainga'anuku's hybrid bench role, and whether World Rugby needs to increase World Cup squad sizes. Plu... more

If you're a young bloke chasing a professional sporting career, where do your best opportunities lie? Martin lays out the cold hard facts on rugby union versus rugby league, breaking down the odds, global markets, and post-career earnings.

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Nigel Yalden joins Martin Devlin to break down the Super Rugby squads for the upcoming season. We look at the Hurricanes retooling after a dominant year, the Crusaders and Chiefs setups, and the Wallabies welcoming back an old grunter.

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Recent Guests

John Day
Rugby commentator and roundtable panelist
Episode: Will The All Blacks Fall Short Up North Again? | Rugby Roundtable
Mark Watson
Rugby commentator and roundtable panelist
Episode: Will The All Blacks Fall Short Up North Again? | Rugby Roundtable
Tony Johnson
New Zealand rugby commentator and journalist
Episode: Who Missed Out? All Blacks Northern Tour Squad Breakdown w/ Tony Johnson
Tim Cocker
Rugby presenter and creator of Eggchasers Rugby
Eggchasers Rugby
Episode: Eggchasers Rugby On The Gap Between The ALL BLACKS & SPRINGBOKS
Graham Henry
World Cup-winning All Blacks coach and team selector
New Zealand Rugby
Episode: "All Blacks Must Be BULLETPROOF" | Sir Graham Henry On Why Defence WINS World Cups
Brett McKay
Australian rugby analyst and podcast host
Episode: Can ANYONE Stop The Springboks?
Chris Jones
UK rugby writer for RugbyPass and The Times
The Times
Episode: Can ANYONE Stop The Springboks?
Ant Strachan
Former All Black
Episode: All Blacks’ Sydney Win Revisited: Ant Strachan on Why There’s More to Celebrate
Ross Karl
Captain of the Aotearoa Rugby Pod
Aotearoa Rugby Pod
Episode: All Blacks Beat Wallabies 43–21: Brilliant First Half, Familiar Frustrations: Live Reaction

Hosts

Jamie Wall
Co-host introducing guests and guiding discussion
Martin Devlin
Host providing commentary, framing topics, and leading conversations; often anchors post-game and touring coverage

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 207 ratings
  • SydneyChiefsFan

    Love the podcast but gosh the ads are loud compared to your content!! Might be just listeners in Oz and your technique to get people to subscribe but if you could adjust the balance my ears would be grateful!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SydneyChiefsFan
    Australia2 months ago
  • A Rugby Podcast not a Sports Podcast

    Basically a rugby podcast, so ideal for old people. It even has Murray Mexted on there for good old fashioned views. Next to nothing on the two biggest and most exciting sporting competitions in Australasia, the NRL and AFL. We even have a team in the NRL, the biggest rating TV sports completion involving the two countries.

    Rugby should be included, so the older audience has something to listen to, but how about the exciting stuff!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    orcapoise
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • End of 2025 review

    Devlin does great work. This interview of him by Mark Philpott is full of Marty’s intelligence, passion and common sense. If you love rugby and the All Blacks in particular this is a must listen to. High commended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChChFan
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Time for Mex to go.

    Would be a 5 star pod if not for the segments with Mex.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Height isn’t everything.
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Simon Drought

    Great show Marty - some Auckland FC/Nix when the season restarts pls!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Drought
    New Zealanda year ago

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Feedback highlights engaging banter and strong sponsor integrations when relevant.
Guests are well-chosen, adding expert perspectives and accessible analysis.
Audience sentiment favors practical, no-nonsense takes over hype.
Listeners praise the host's candor and depth of rugby knowledge.

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#136
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#103
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#11
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#41
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#45
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who Missed Out? All Blacks Northern Tour Squad Breakdown w/ Tony Johnson
Q: Are you completely committed to the all-out attack, or are you also thinking that there's got to be another way to win a game, like playing a boring or playing percentages or playing territory or picking penalties, if it's not working?
Dave Rennie says the team needs balance: it will attack when conditions allow, but also use smart kicking, pressure, a strong set piece and defense rather than trying to play at high tempo for 80 minutes.
Who Missed Out? All Blacks Northern Tour Squad Breakdown w/ Tony Johnson
Q: Is Leicester Fainga'anuku a winger, a centre or a loose forward coming on?
Johnson says Fainga'anuku has been selected among the loose forwards but can cover wing and centre too. That flexibility could allow the All Blacks to use a six-two bench split and gives coaches more options with substitutions.
Eggchasers Rugby On The Gap Between The ALL BLACKS & SPRINGBOKS
Q: Where are we sitting right now? What are your thoughts after watching those two Bledisloe tests after having been in South Africa and witnessed what you witnessed?
Cocker places South Africa clearly at the top, with France and New Zealand as the leading teams behind them and Ireland close by. He points to South Africa's world-class players, depth, and school rugby system as key strengths.
Eggchasers Rugby On The Gap Between The ALL BLACKS & SPRINGBOKS
Q: Do you think everyone is bringing their A team to play to win this thing?
Cocker expects teams to field strong sides for major matches, but says they will balance the Nations Championship with preparation for the Rugby World Cup rather than play full strength in every game.
Will The All Blacks Fall Short Up North Again? | Rugby Roundtable
Q: Is there room for this All Black team for Nehe Milner-Skudder next year?
The panel discusses whether a talented player could emerge from the domestic competition, with John Day suggesting that Isaac Hutchinson has the elusive attacking qualities to make an impact.

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What is DSPN - RUGBY about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Rugby-focused roundtables and interviews featuring sharp analysis, candid opinions, and on-site reporting from major tests and tours. Episodes frequently dissect tactical matchups, set pieces, refereeing interpretations, and squad depth across the All Blacks, Springboks, and broader rugby landscape, often with international perspectives and inside-the-ropes commentary from guests and veteran hosts. Notable strengths include strong guest variety from broadcasters to former players or analysts, high-energy debate, and sponsor-friendly integration that keeps coverage lively and accessible for New Zealand rugby fans. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want blunt, informed takes, behind-the-scenes context, and a clear sense of the spo... more

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