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Cricket
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NRL
Super Rugby
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The Agenda is the official podcast of The Alternative Commentary Collective and the home of sporting nonsense and claptrap! Featuring all the major talking points from the world of sports, urban dictionary and more. Your #2 favourite sports podcast! Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here! The ACC - The Alternative Commentary Collective.

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On this episode of The Agenda Podcast, ACC Head G Lane and Tony Lyall only just made it into the Export Beer Garden Studio after some school holiday traffic near misses (00:00)...

Next up, the All Blacks squad for the Bledisloe has been named, and ... more

On today's Agenda Podcast, ACC Head G Lane, Tony Lyall and James McOnie sit down and get into the big sporting news of the day, mainly who is the best romcom actress of all time (00.00)?

Next up, in Breaking News, All Black Fehi Fineanganofo is off... more

Today on The Agenda Podcast, ACC Head G Lane gives Manaia Stewart and Tony Lyall a lesson in 'Project Stay Married' (00:00)...

Next up, we head across the ditch to discuss the heartbreak for the Panthers with Nathan Cleary's compound fracture (12:2... more

On this episode of The Agenda Podcast, ACC Head G Lane is joined by Tony Lyall, who has had his love of defacing political billboards blow up in his face (00:00).

Next up, Ardie Savea has dropped some hints about where his Super Rugby future lies, ... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Milne
New Zealand cricketer, Black Caps fast bowler
New Zealand cricket / Black Caps
Episode: "Exploding Poles With Adam Milne"
Sir John Kirwan
Former All Blacks rugby player and mental health advocate
Self / Mighty Drive for Five / MITEI
Episode: "Sir John Kirwan"
John Kirwan
Former rugby player and founder, John Kirwan Foundation
John Kirwan Foundation
Episode: "Saving Super Rugby"
Lauren McGoldrick
Guest mentioned for appearance
Episode: "Never Go Full Hyrox"
Bailyn Sullivan
Hawke's Bay NPC player, brother-in-law to Zan/Saul; Magpies/HC player
Hawke's Bay, Magpies
Episode: "Manaia Vs Willie Mason"
Kyle Preston
All Blacks halfback / squad member on tour
New Zealand All Blacks
Episode: "Pressing Kyle Preston & Warrior Willie Mason"
Tim Southee
International cricketer, back in Team Cricket for the Black Clash, discussed as a guest on the show
New Zealand National Cricket Team
Episode: "Ben Stokes At The Black Clash?"
Marnie LeBoc
Guest invited to the show
Unspecified
Episode: "I Got That Terribly Wrong And I Apologise"
Rob Rush
Guest from the Northland MPC team defending the shield
Northland Rugby
Episode: "All Blacks On Bikes And Nude Rob Rush"

Hosts

James McOnie
Host of The Agenda; sponsor-backed presenter known for rugby banter and entertaining commentary.
G Lane
Host of The Agenda; co-host with banter-driven discussion style and on-air pivoting.
Tony Lyall
Host of The Agenda; long-running commentator with deep rugby/media crossover.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 826 ratings
  • A disgrace to all involved

    Can’t understand why I listen to every word of every episode…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbie C4231
    Australiaa month ago
  • Terrible

    Absolutely terrible would recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonyphile
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Would not listen to

    Would you rather have penises as fingers or toes ? Discuss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G-Lane
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Didn't think that a podcast from the Accident Compensation Corporation would be any good but this is worth a listen.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PunishingWounder
    a year ago
  • Clock gobblers

    Want to gobble some clock? This podcast is for you! A great way to eat some clock while at work. I was looking for an enjoyable sports themed podcast and found this, essentially I went bobbing for apples and came up with dicks. 5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gonzalez chch
    New Zealand3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans praise the show for its infectious energy and chemistry among hosts.
Listeners appreciate candid guest appearances from top rugby figures and media personalities.
Criticism often centers on late starts or rambunctious tangents taking over game analysis.
Sponsorships and banter hooks are seen as integral to the vibe, though some reviews skew negative on perceived indulgence in humor.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#217
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#85
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#163
New Zealand/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#31
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#92
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Exploding Poles With Adam Milne"
Q: Where do you see yourself playing next, and how does the NZ rugby/cricket ecosystem influence your choices?
Milne and hosts discuss potential moves within NZ franchises and the broader professional cricket market, weighing private investment and franchise opportunities against national duties.
"Exploding Poles With Adam Milne"
Q: How many different variations do you keep in your arsenal for the 24-ball format, and how do you stay sharp across leagues?
He says he sticks to a few trusted balls, stays inventive, and adapts to batters' adjustments, balancing skill development with match load.
"Exploding Poles With Adam Milne"
Q: How has it changed from when you started as a Tearaway to now with all the franchise cricket around the world?
Milne describes being more selective with commitments, recognizing increased workload, and prioritizing rest and physical work to build body of work before playing more matches.
"Pressing Kyle Preston & Warrior Willie Mason"
Q: What moment felt most special during Kyle Preston's tour so far?
Preston highlighted the opportunity to be part of a big tour moment, especially the first day with the big All Blacks logo buses and the overall sense of the tour's significance.
"Ben Stokes At The Black Clash?"
Q: How does Tim Southee view the Black Clash and cross-code participation?
Southee describes cricket's crossover appeal, enjoying the camaraderie and stories from rugby players, and suggests possibilities for future collaboration and guest participation from rugby people in cricket events.

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What is The Agenda about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A playful, high-energy sports roundtable that blends rugby- and cricket-focused banter with quick-draw humor, insider anecdotes, and fan interactions. Episodes frequently feature on-air commentary, guest appearances from prominent rugby players, journalists, and broadcasters, plus betting chatter and cross-sport banter that keeps the tone irreverent and audience‑driven. Noteworthy is the mix of long-form sports analysis with informal storytelling, audience participation, and sponsor integrations, all anchored by a crew with a distinctive, loud-on-air dynamic. This show is likely to appeal to rugby and cricket fans who enjoy personality-driven talk, witty banter, and occasional risqué humor, as well as bettors seeking light market insights. ... more

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The Agenda launched 8 years ago and published 1427 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Agenda include:

1. Adam Milne
2. Sir John Kirwan
3. John Kirwan
4. Lauren McGoldrick
5. Bailyn Sullivan
6. Kyle Preston
7. Tim Southee
8. Marnie LeBoc

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