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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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Latest Episodes

Lachie Brook’s journey to becoming an Auckland FC champion has been anything but straightforward. From making his professional debut at just 16 in the A-League, to playing around the world in England and America, his career has included some incredib... more

Five years ago Louie Chapman first came on What a Lad with a very different story to where he is now. Back then, Louie was still trying to establish himself in professional rugby in his first season with the Tasman Mako.

Since then, he’s experienced... more

Daniel Lienert-Brown is one of the great servants of New Zealand rugby. With 140 games for the Highlanders, 100 for Canterbury, a Super Rugby title and four NPC titles, DLB has built an incredible career through consistency, resilience and a genuine ... more

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

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Recent Guests

Lachlan Brook
Professional footballer, guest on the episode
Auckland FC / former clubs mentioned in episode
Episode: Lachlan Brook- What a Lad
Louie Chapman
Professional rugby player, two-time MPC winner, Crusaders and Edinburgh bound
Rugby Union
Episode: Louie Chapman- What a Lad
Daniel Lienert-Brown
Professional rugby player, Highlanders and Canterbury veteran
New Zealand Rugby
Episode: Daniel Lienert-Brown- What a Lad
Sean Maitland
Professional rugby player with a career spanning Waikato, Crusaders, Glasgow, Scotland, and Saracens
Episode: Sean Maitland- What a Lad
Bryn Hall
Rugby union player, All Blacks scrum-half
Episode: The Greatest Rivalry Preview TEST 3 Ft Bryn Hall
Dr. Kerry Spackman
Cognitive neuroscientist
Independent researcher/author
Episode: Dr Kerry Spackman- What a Lad
Tamati Ellison
Former player joining from South Africa to discuss the tour and haka
Sharks (as guest on tour context)
Episode: The Greatest Rivalry Test 1 Preview Ft Tamati Ellision & Searley
Uilisi Halaholo
Professional rugby player with Wales and Tonga heritage
Rugby union player; Cardiff Blues/Hurricanes/Wales/Tonga
Episode: Uilisi Halaholo- What a Lad
Daniel Kirkpatrick
Rugby player who played for Hurricanes, Castres, and Auckland
Professional rugby player
Episode: Daniel Kirkpatrick- What a Lad

Host

James Marshall
Host of What a Lad, rugby-focused interview host

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Great entertainment

    Love the show, I always have a good laugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bennewton
    Australia6 months ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    Always such an enjoyable listen whoever the guest. Always entertaining and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    9jimbo
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Podcast with everything

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirkyboy6
    Australiaa year ago
  • Lad

    Essential weekly listening. Great Lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Stafford 01
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Pod magician!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seattle quacker
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hard-hitting, candid conversations with top lads and rugby icons.
Deep dives into leadership and mindset that are useful for professionals outside sports too.
Great balance of humor and insight; guests open up about personal journeys.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#72
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#84
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#29
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#69
France/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Daniel Lienert-Brown- What a Lad
Q: What's the best piece of advice you've heard for listeners?
The most important game you will ever play is your next one; this mindset keeps focus on the present and prevents overemphasis on past or future results.
Daniel Lienert-Brown- What a Lad
Q: What keeps you in New Zealand and with the Highlanders/Canterbury for so long?
A combination of family, community, and the sense of home he found in Dunedin, plus ongoing opportunities to play at a high level with people he cares about.
Daniel Lienert-Brown- What a Lad
Q: Why is your nickname Peaches?
It came from a light-hearted moment during training when a can of peaches in his locker became a running joke, eventually sticking as a nickname used by teammates.
The Greatest Rivalry Preview TEST 3 Ft Bryn Hall
Q: How do you see the scrums and the 'dark arts' affecting the match and refereeing?
There's a lot of gamesmanship and movement around the scrum, and good refereeing will focus on the hit and on the balance of power. The key is to apply pressure without giving the referees reasons to penalize, keeping it within the boundaries while staying unpredictable.
Daniel Kirkpatrick- What a Lad
Q: What would you do differently if you were starting your career out again?
He would commit more consistently and go all in on the chosen path, recognizing that balance can be sacrificed in pursuit of excellence and that dedication is a common trait among top performers.

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What is What a Lad about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on What a Lad include:

1. Lachlan Brook
2. Louie Chapman
3. Daniel Lienert-Brown
4. Sean Maitland
5. Bryn Hall
6. Dr. Kerry Spackman
7. Tamati Ellison
8. Uilisi Halaholo

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