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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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Latest Episodes

On today's Agenda, it's a reunion show as Matt Heath and James McOnie join ACC Head G Lane to bring back the OG lineup (00:00)!

Firstly, the fellas get into the mighty Taniwha claiming the Ranfurly Shield off Canterbury for the first time since 197... more

On today's Agenda, ACC Head G Lane is joined by Tony Lyall live from Melbourne as he investigates how the state of Victoria is preparing for the 1st All Blacks and Springboks Test (00:00)...

Next, the fellas fire up their sources to predict the ABs... more

Karl from the TAB joins ACC Head G Lane to pore over the big wins from last weekend (01:30) and look ahead to this weekend's odds, opportunities and omens across the Wahs & the NRL (04:30), the NPC and the Shield Challenge (07:45), the 1st ABs and Sp... more

On today's Agenda, ACC Head G Lane and Tony Lyall kick things off with some stories of time's ill-fated beer-fuelled walkabouts (00:00)...

Next, they cross to South Africa to catch up with Newstalk ZB's Elliott Smith ahead of the 1st Test at Ellis ... more

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Recent Guests

Willie Mason
Professional rugby league player and public figure
Individual guest on episode
Episode: "The Post Match Wound"
Maniah Stewart
Prominent figure associated with rugby/media
Guest on episode
Episode: "The Post Match Wound"
Bradley Slater
Media figure referenced in post-game discussions
Guest on episode
Episode: "The Post Match Wound"
Carlos Olberg
MMA fighter mentioned in Betcha/Lounge segment
Guest on episode
Episode: "The Post Match Wound"
Ma'a Nonu
100th Test Veteran, Sharks debutant
Sharks (appearance on tour)
Episode: Caravan Episode: All Blacks Vs Sharks - August 12th 2026
Elliott Smith
ZB Rugby Commentator, live from Cape Town
Episode: "Suzie The Waitress Is Back!"
Justin Daigle
Ice hockey player, West Auckland Admirals
West Auckland Admirals
Episode: "The Richie Mo Conspiracy Is Go..."
Dylan Cleaver
Rugby journalist and commentator
Episode: "NZ's Greatest Rivalry: Auckland Vs Canterbury"
Jeremy Wells
Media personality and interviewer
Episode: "NZ's Greatest Rivalry: Auckland Vs Canterbury"

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 810 ratings
  • 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
  • A massive dick shrink of a podcast

    Podcast Addict
    Vonklee
    3 years ago
  • Gr8 yarns m8

    In the steady words of MS - “100%”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Strokers NZ
    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
#206
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#79
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#20
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#1
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#106
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#118
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"The Richie Mo Conspiracy Is Go..."
Q: Would you rather wake up nude next to Brent Burns or Paul Bissonette?
Paul Bissonette.
"Hairy Jav In A Box"
Q: Jav, thanks for joining us on The Agenda.
Grant Elliott shares reflections on his cricket journey, the teamwork culture, and the humor of the ACC ecosystem, while also touching on the new gear venture and the fun around VIP moments like the 'cupping ceremony.'
"Vale Sam Neill & The Irish Mind Games Begin"
Q: Basketball legend you'd bring back from the dead?
Kobe Bryant.
"Vale Sam Neill & The Irish Mind Games Begin"
Q: Who's got the biggest downstairs? (Piro Cameron, Dylan Boucher, Steven Adams)
Steven Adams.
"Vale Sam Neill & The Irish Mind Games Begin"
Q: Travis Kelcey or Taylor Swift?
Taylor Swift.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Agenda

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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1. The Hauraki Breakfast Podcast
2. The Hauraki Big Show
3. The BYC Podcast
4. Between Two Beers Podcast
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The Agenda launched 8 years ago and published 1388 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. Willie Mason
2. Maniah Stewart
3. Bradley Slater
4. Carlos Olberg
5. Ma'a Nonu
6. Elliott Smith
7. Justin Daigle
8. Dylan Cleaver

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