
What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 354 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbySports | |||

I know everyone will remember Sean Maitlands beautiful stride as he galloped down the field, what an athlete and what a journey he has had! From growing up in Tokoroa, to playing for the British and Irish Lions and everything in between!
In this epi... more
Well that's the Greatest Rivalry tour all done and dusted and it was a tour that lived up to the hype. This tour had high expectations but after producing 4 incredible tests full with intensity, quality rugby and of course some controversy, everythin... more
The final Test of the Greatest Rivalry Tour is here, with the All Blacks and Springboks heading to Baltimore for one last showdown!
South Africa lead the series 2-1 after two huge wins at home, but what's install for this one!?
Searley is back to b... more
The All Blacks vs Springboks Greatest Rivalry Tour continues to deliver, with another massive Test match that had everything!
Bryn Hall joins me to break down the third Test, where the All Blacks produced some outstanding rugby early before the Spri... more
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Love the show, I always have a good laugh.
Always such an enjoyable listen whoever the guest. Always entertaining and informative.
Well done Jimmy, What a lad is my fav podcast.
It’s so enjoyable i particularly love the structure of the conversations, your guests become so relaxed with your calm, fun, cheeky interactions.
Guests share insights not heard before which is always followed up with a solid audience interaction and on the spot questions. Perfect content creators and not your questions ! Genius !
Living in NSW this keeps me engaged, entertained and present.
Love all the episodes James, Kia Ora!
Essential weekly listening. Great Lads.
So smooth. James Marshall is a master conversationalist. Nobody better. He somehow seduces hard rugby men into revealing funny anecdotes and personal insights that no other podcaster gets. It’s magic every time out.
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This show centers on candid conversations with high-profile rugby players, coaches, and sport-adjacent figures, mixing deep career storytelling with personal resilience, leadership, and life after sport. Guests range from legendary All Blacks and international stars to broadcasters and notable rugby minds, with a strong emphasis on authentic, down-to-earth yarns that reveal mindset, culture, and the realities behind top-tier performance. Listeners often come away with practical insights on leadership, personal development, and navigating sport, career longevity, and family life, all delivered in a warm, humorous, and highly engaging style that balances technical rugby talk with relatable banter. A standout is the host's talent for drawing o... more
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What a Lad launched 6 years ago and published 354 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 What a Lad include:
1. Sean Maitland
2. Bryn Hall
3. Dr. Kerry Spackman
4. Tamati Ellison
5. Uilisi Halaholo
6. Daniel Kirkpatrick
7. Kurt Eklund
8. Antonio Shalfoon
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