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This Warriors Life

This Warriors Life
NZ Warriors
NRL
New Zealand Warriors
Warriors
Sean Johnson
Rugby League
Canberra Raiders
Mitch Barnett
Kingz Container Crew
Gold Coast Titans
Bulldogs
Brisbane Broncos
Luke Metcalf
Warriors (NRL)
Tohu Harris
Magic Round
New South Wales Cup
Shaun Johnson
Melbourne Storm
Manly

An extension of the thiswarriorslife.com website, This Warriors Life's podcast features Will Evans, Brad Larking and Fonzie breaking down the NZ Warriors' progress in the NRL each week.Proudly supported by Kingz Container Crew www.kingzcontainercrew.com

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Latest Episodes

TWL 2026: Ep 52 - Taste the Pain

We were hoping we'd be previewing a prelim, but instead Lance Hohaia is back again on TWL to unpack a straight-sets finals exit - and the Warriors and Kiwis legend helps us find some balance and perspective, as well ... more

TWL 2026: Ep 51 - Straight Sets To Hell

Somewhat reluctantly, with Sunday's agonising defeat still red raw, Will, Brad and Fonzie pick themselves up off the canvas to review the Warriors' semi-final loss to the Knights and take the first tentative s... more

Will and Brad return with another LIVE Friday Beers episodes in the lead-in to Sunday's Warriors-Knights semi at Eden Park - and the nerves are jangling. A bit of club news and inevitable tangents too.

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Picking through the wreckage of the Warriors' disappointing finals defeat to the Dolphins and a growing injury crisis, experienced NRL journo Corey Rosser joins Will and Fonz to decipher what went wrong and how to turn it around against the Knights a... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Ohio
Regular guest on the show
This Warriors Life
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Straight-sets exit: What went wrong? Was 2026 a success?
Corey Rosser
NRL.com journalist, New Zealand correspondent with long-running Warriors coverage
NRL.com
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Wahs-Dolphins recap + Eden Park semi preview feat. Corey Rosser
Kevin Locke
Former Warriors fullback and key figure in the late 2000s/early 2010s Warriors era
New Zealand Warriors
Episode: Kevin Locke joins TWL: Rugby league's sliding doors, on-field highs and off-field lows + life after footy
Fonz O'Reilly
In-studio guest, referred to as a guest on the episode
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Cleary reunion, Wahs-Knights review, final-round rest? + NSW Cup finals
Lance O'Hara
Guest commentator, rugby league analyst
Lance O'Hara on This Warriors Life
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Minor premiership in sight, wing dilemma + Wahs-Knights preview
Lance O'Hare
Sports analyst who appeared on a preview episode
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Cleary or Hanson for Souths clash? Who wears No.1 and No.7 in the finals?
Lance Hohaia
Former Warriors player and guest on the show
Warriors
Episode: Lance Hohaia joins TWL LIVE! Warriors-Broncos preview + rivalry history
Jimmy Subbigan
Guest, returning on air
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Making sense of the Bulldogs loss, changes needed? + team list drop
Honey Hireme-Smiler
Kiwi Ferns representative and former NRLW/NRL player, guest on episode
NZ Rugby League / Sky Sports panelist
Episode: That's My Team LIVE! Wahs-Dragons review, team lists + NRLW special feat. Honey Hireme-Smiler

Hosts

Will Evans
Host of This Warriors Life; provides in-depth analysis and storytelling rooted in Warriors history and culture.
Brad Larking
Co-host with a focus on tactical analysis, team dynamics, and vibrant fandom banter.
Fonzie
Co-host known for candid takes, humor, and chemistry with other hosts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Up the Wahs 😝

    New to the pod and the Wahs after picking a team this season! Greta listen, my limited knowledge of the squad and game have improved drastically and I’m enjoying the mana the lads bring each week 💚💙❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DT1638
    Australia6 months ago
  • This is gold

    This is gold. Topics we all struggle with are addressed, like which warrior you would let take your wife to Wellington for a weekend.😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ Dempsey Ferguson
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • The roller coaster ride of being a Wazza’s fan

    Therapy for Warriors fans. It’s tough sometimes (or most of the time) but the lads help navigate the ups and downs. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Av-Geek
    New Zealand6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate candid banter and expert guest insights.
Praise for coverage of Warriors' pathways and junior talent comes through in many episodes.
Audience notes the show blends strong game analysis with fan culture and nostalgia.
Community vibe and sponsor integrations are frequently highlighted as positives.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#203
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#209
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#107
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#30
New Zealand/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#47
Hong Kong/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#50
Switzerland/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jason Paris on the Wahs-One NZ journey, Twitter follies, One NZ Stadium, NRL expansion + being a fan
Q: As a sponsor and fan, how do you manage the emotional side of player movements and team decisions?
Decisions are made with integrity and the club's long-term success in mind; the sponsor understands it's a high-performance environment where personal connections exist alongside business realities, and emotions are managed through open communication and shared values.
Jason Paris on the Wahs-One NZ journey, Twitter follies, One NZ Stadium, NRL expansion + being a fan
Q: What was the thinking behind removing the One NZ logo for the Vegas jersey idea, and what does that say about the partnership?
The idea reflected a willingness to experiment with branding to maximize revenue opportunities for the club while still validating the partnership's core value—supporting the team and its heritage—rather than pursuing a short-term gain.
Jason Paris on the Wahs-One NZ journey, Twitter follies, One NZ Stadium, NRL expansion + being a fan
Q: How close did Telstra's threat to enforce a game-wide exclusivity clause come to happening, and what was the aftermath?
It was a tense moment, but we handled it pragmatically by signaling the rebrand to One NZ within 12 months and engaging in constructive talks, which prevented a costly confrontation and allowed the game to continue benefiting from a stable sponsor relationship.
Grant Rovelli interview - Warrior #127 joins TWL
Q: What stood out about the 2008 finals run and the team chemistry during that period?
We had a tight-knit group, a shared focus, and a level of enjoyment and hard work that allowed us to perform at a high level despite the external pressures.
Grant Rovelli interview - Warrior #127 joins TWL
Q: What influenced your decision to move to New Zealand and join Ivan Cleary at the Warriors?
It was a combination of Ivan Cleary's coaching and the opportunity to play first grade; I believed moving would give me the best chance to establish myself at the top level.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Warriors Life

What is This Warriors Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This weekly rugby league-focused show breaks down the NZ Warriors' progress in the NRL, mixing in game analysis with nostalgia, fan banter, and sponsor mentions. Episodes commonly feature three recurring hosts who unpack recent results, discuss lineups and tactical shifts, and weave in long-running history and personal stories from the sport. Guests tend to be former players, industry analysts, media figures, and executives connected to rugby league, offering firsthand perspectives, strategic insights, and behind-the-scenes context. A standout aspect is the show's strong community vibe, with live fan interactions, sponsor shout-outs, and a willingness to explore both on-field performance and off-field sponsorship and culture.

Overall, the ... more

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Recent guests on This Warriors Life include:

1. Lance Ohio
2. Corey Rosser
3. Kevin Locke
4. Fonz O'Reilly
5. Lance O'Hara
6. Lance O'Hare
7. Lance Hohaia
8. Jimmy Subbigan

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