Rephonic
Artwork for Studs Up!

Studs Up!

Sport Nation
Wellington Phoenix
Auckland FC
a-League
Liverpool
FA Cup
Champions League
Melbourne Victory
All Whites
Premier League
Football
FIFA World Cup
Manchester United
Arsenal
PSG
English Premier League
EPL
Kiwi Football Culture
A League
Sydney FC
Mo Salah

Football is all about rivalries and we have a big one right on our doorstep - Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix – and Sport Nation wants to plug you right into it! Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son Daniel McHardy. They’ll be going head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A Leagues and more. And ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes85Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
FootballSports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Studs Up!

Latest Episodes

Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.

On this week's episode:

R... more

Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.

On this week's episode:

R... more

Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.

On this week's episode:

R... more

Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.

On this week's episode:

R... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Kenya Brooke
Captain of Eastern Suburbs Women's Football Team
Eastern Suburbs
Episode: What's the ideal World Cup group for the All Whites? | Studs Up! Podcast | 26/11/25
Natalie Olson
Plays in the Dettol National League for Wellington United and is soon to represent Thailand internationally.
Wellington United
Episode: The Kiwi Derby returns for season two! | Studs Up! Podcast | 5/11/25
Gavin Hoy
Midfield general for Wellington Olympic
Wellington Olympic
Episode: All Whites show resilience to earn a 1-1 draw against Norway | Studs Up! Podcast | 15/10/25
George Stanger
New Zealand center-back for the All Whites, currently plays for Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premier League
Kilmarnock FC
Episode: All Whites prepare for friendlies against Poland & Norway | Studs Up! Podcast | 8/10/25
Lauren Paterson
Goalkeeper for Southern United in the Dettol National League
Southern United
Episode: All Whites prepare for friendlies against Poland & Norway | Studs Up! Podcast | 8/10/25
Sam Lack
Auckland FC Reserves player
Auckland FC
Episode: NZ U20s win at World Cup plus, the Kiwi Derby in the National League | Studs Up! Podcast | 1/10/25
Hayden Thomas
Wellington Phoenix Reserves captain
Wellington Phoenix
Episode: NZ U20s win at World Cup plus, the Kiwi Derby in the National League | Studs Up! Podcast | 1/10/25
Chloe Knott
Player for Auckland United and mental health counselor
Auckland United
Episode: Auckland United's Chloe Knott on the first round of the National League | Studs Up! Podcast | 24/9/25
Dan Edwards
New Wellington Phoenix signing originally from Auckland.
Wellington Phoenix
Episode: Wellington Phoenix's Dan Edwards on signing first pro contract | Studs Up! Podcast | 17/9/25

Hosts

Riccardo Ball
Host from Auckland with a strong passion for local football and rivalry dynamics.
Daniel McHardy
Co-host from Wellington known for lively discussions about football rivalries and teams.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#96
New Zealand/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#198
Denmark/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#229
Japan/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The FIFA Club World Cup knockout stages begins! | Studs Up! Podcast | 2/7/25
Q: What inspiration do you think our community should get from what Auckland City FC achieved?
Paul Ifill believes it's massive and shows that local clubs can aim for similar achievements in international competitions.
Bev Priestman unveiled as Phoenix women's coach | Studs Up! Podcast | 30/7/25
Q: As somebody who supports New Zealand on the world stage when it comes to not just football, how do you feel about this appointment?
The appointment is controversial but demonstrates commitment to building a competitive women's team.
The Transfer window is in full swing, plus who do the Nix have their sights on? | Studs Up! Podcast | 9/7/25
Q: What excites you about the quality of these individuals?
We've been able to get some more experience into the group, which will hopefully carry them through the entirety of the season.
The Transfer window is in full swing, plus who do the Nix have their sights on? | Studs Up! Podcast | 9/7/25
Q: What do you think you fell short last season?
We just didn't have the goal scorers that we needed last year to be successful.
All Whites show resilience to earn a 1-1 draw against Norway | Studs Up! Podcast | 15/10/25
Q: Any plans to get back to Canada for the World Cup?
Gavin mentions the ticket prices are too high, so he won't be able to afford to go.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Studs Up!

What is Studs Up! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This football-focused discussion features lively and often humorous debates around key rivalries and events in the sport. The dialogues primarily center around the fierce competition between Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix while also exploring international leagues like the Premier League and Champions League. Listeners are treated to a mix of analysis, banter, and insights into player performances and managerial strategies, making it a must-tune-in for anyone passionate about football's dramatic narratives. Noteworthy is the hosts' dynamic, pitting their Auckland and Wellington allegiances against each other, which enriches the conversation with personal anecdotes and a dose of local football culture.

Where can I find podcast stats for Studs Up!?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Studs Up!. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Studs Up! and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Studs Up! get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Studs Up!, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Studs Up!?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Studs Up!, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Studs Up! have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Studs Up! has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Studs Up!?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Studs Up!:

1. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
2. Alpha Blokes Podcast

How many episodes of Studs Up! are there?

Studs Up! launched 2 years ago and published 85 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Studs Up!?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Studs Up!?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Studs Up! from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Studs Up!?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Studs Up!. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Studs Up!?

Recent guests on Studs Up! include:

1. Kenya Brooke
2. Natalie Olson
3. Gavin Hoy
4. George Stanger
5. Lauren Paterson
6. Sam Lack
7. Hayden Thomas
8. Chloe Knott

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days