The All Blacks squad posed as many questions as answers, with just five loosies and a colossal six midfield backs. Will Ardie be at 7? Will Rieko be on the wing? ARP breaks down the squad and talks to All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan about why the likes of Crusaders stars David Havili and Ethan Blackadder didn't make the cut. Jippa, Bryn and Ross also look into the French squad and why the Lions were so poor in their opening clash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Jun 24, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 20
The Crusaders are 31-0 in home playoff games. What must the Chiefs do to end that run in the Super Rugby final?? There are holes at prop, lock and loosie, so who will be the debutants in next week's All Blacks squad. Will the selectors be conservative or will they choose the likes of Carter and Tavatavanawai? We give a sneak peak at our SBW interview, as he recalls his iconic try and jump into the stands from the Chiefs' first Grand Final win in 2012. Plus. Jake White's whinge about Leinster's g...
Jun 17, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 19
With Super Rugby semis looming, which players need to stand up and solve the All Blacks' loose forwards conundrums? We get into the semifinals and whether the Blues can get another upset against the Crusaders? Can the Chiefs recover and how can they breakdown the Brumbies defense? Beauden Barrett stands up and shows he's probably the starting ten. Plus, why's Warriors coach Andrew Webster taking shots at rugby? Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres Hosted...
Jun 10, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 18
A huge week of rugby to talk, with the Super Rugby playoffs this weekend. With Brynna celebrating the end of his Japanese season, Ross and Jippa are joined by Welsh Grand Slam hero Hadleigh Parkes on the panel. Who will win the qualifying finals and why? What's going on with the crazy Super Rugby playoffs format and why are the Blues so edgy on social media. Richie Mo'unga's earned his 11th domestic title in 11 years, after back-to-back trophies with Japanese side Toshiba. When he returns to New...
Jun 03, 2025•56 min•Season 6Ep. 17
The ARP crew get into the proposed World Club Championship. What might hold it back from happening? Who would dominate if it happened this year? We also get into what led to the Chiefs tearing up Moana Pasifika and who will top the table. Should Leroy Carter be an All Black, is Fabian Holland a shoo-in at lock and why is Jorja Miller a game changer for the Black Ferns? Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres. Super Rugby Finals permutations Chiefs top · Chi...
May 27, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 16
Everything Ardie Savea touches turns to gold! So how has he gone from great to out of this world? With Sevu Reece equaling TJ Perenara's competition record of 65 tries, and doing it in just 83 games, ARP looks into the best strike rates in Super Rugby history. The Aotearoa Rugby crew break down the permutations for the Brumbies, Chiefs and Crusaders, while also looking into why the Highlanders are the best bottom placed team in Super Rugby history. After failing to beat Canada for the second str...
May 20, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 15
With the Lions named, and Henry Pollock in the squad, we look at who are the biggest rising stars in World Rugby. Plus, we also ask "how many Wallabies could make a Lions 23?' Ross, Jip and Bryn breakdown the Chiefs' epic second half against the Crusaders and whether Quin Tupaea should be back in the All Blacks. We look forward to the Moana Pasifika/ Blues games, as well as Black Ferns and under 20s. Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres WIN RUGBY READY T...
May 13, 2025•52 min•Season 6Ep. 14
The ARP crew break down why Ardie is so good right now, whether the Crusaders or Chiefs are in the box seat in Super Rugby, how Ruben Love and look into why old-fashioned tap-kicks are having a renaissance. Plus, Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant goes in depth on speeches, leadership and what must improve to defend their RWC title. Aotearoa Rugby Pod is brought to you by Ashley and Martin Medical Hair Centres WIN RUGBY READY TRAINING PACKAGES WITH ALL BLACKS GURU DR NIC GILL For every remaini...
May 06, 2025•56 min•Season 6Ep. 13
Some great yarns this week, from the strategic punch that floored Vermuelen to which All Blacks are the biggest athletic freaks. Legendary All Blacks strength and conditioning coach Nic Gill joins Ross and Jippa. We announce a new partnership with Nic's Rugby Ready program, where you can win Nic's online fitness programs every week on the show, whether you're a player or just looking to get healthy. We ask who the greatest ever Super Rugby loose forward trio in Super Rugby is and whether Kini Na...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 6Ep. 12
Jeff McTainsh, James Parsons and Bryn Hall Aotearoa Rugby Pod ask the question "has James O'Connor been playing well enough to warrant selection back in the Wallabies?" NZ Rugby icon Ruby Tui joins for a chat about her love for rugby and the upcoming Black Ferns World Cup defence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall Aotearoa Rugby Pod look into Jordie Barrett’s man of the match form in Ireland, why he’s playing so well and how he can bring Irish knowledge back home. Aotearoa Rugby Pod looks into whether another player in World Rugby has the all-around skills that Jordie Barrett does The GOAT Portia Woodman-Wickliffe on whether she’s keen on a test return, the Super Rugby Aupiki title and the Trans-Tasman crossover. We break down who could make the Super Rugby top 6 and...
Apr 15, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 10
South African star Malcolm Marx joins Bryn Hall, James Parsons and Ross Karl to talk Springboks innovation, Rassie, dominating the breakdown and his toughest opponents. We deep dive into who will start at 10 for the All Blacks and do a mid-season review of Super Rugby Pacific, looking at rookies, players of the year and trends so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 08, 2025•56 min•Season 6Ep. 9
After announcing he wants to play at the 2027 World Cup, Ross Karl, James Parsons and Bryn Hall break down whether Richie Mo'unga will join Moana Pasifika, not the Crusaders in 2027. Tongan giant Ben Tameifuna talks the Springbok who cracked his back and life in French rugby. Plus, we look into what Moana Pasifika are doing differently that created the resilience to hold on against the Crusaders, the form of Ruben Love and the latest halfback on the rise in NZ rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Apr 01, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 8
James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down whether Rieko Ioane is the man to wear the All Blacks 13 jersey and interview the man himself. They also look at Shaun Stevenson's form and analyse the weekend's Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 25, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Is Du'Plessis Kirifi is the man to wear the All Blacks 7s jersey? James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl compare Kirifi with the other contenders, deep dive on why the Crusaders attack is humming and ask whether the Blues are close to finding form. Plus, Moana Pasifika winger Solomon Alaimalo talks switching codes and torrid NRL pre-seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 6
This week, James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl break down how the Drua and Moana Pasifika stepped up for upsets, what's wrong with the Blues and Canes and the brutality that led to the Crusaders big win over the Reds. Should you be able to hurdle a player in rugby? The guys look at the new trend, which was already outlawed! Plus, jersey collector Duncan Wood from Boomfa Vintage breaks down what makes rugby kit collectable and the guys discuss the best jersey in their collection. Hosted on Aca...
Mar 11, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Ross Karl and James Parsons break down the latest round of Super Rugby, whether the Blues are back on track, how the Hurricanes blew it and where Moana Pasifika and the Force must step up to knock off the big boys. Plus, interviews with Highlanders lock Fabian Holland, who could become the first Dutch All Black, and Matatū halfback Maia Joseph, who starred in their opening win over Manawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 04, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Join James Parson, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round two of Super Rugby, including Timoci Tavatavanawai's stellar performance for the Highlanders and how the Chiefs are dismantling teams in the second half. The boys talk the Blues and Crusaders failings, as well as the Hurricanes' scratchy win over the Drua and preview the opening weekend of Aupiki. Plus special guests Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 25, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Join James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl as they break down round one of Super Rugby, with the rise of the Chiefs, Crusaders and Aussie teams, plus plucky performances from the Highlanders and Moana Pasifika. Plus, Crusaders and All Blacks Superstar Will Jordan talks the Crusaders bouncing back and Bryn Hall's average habits as a flatmate! Catch the video version on Youtube.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IROxhGiwoIY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 18, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 2
ARP's James Parsons, Bryn Hall and Ross Karl talk to the Saveas and Caleb Clarke, as they preview the 2025 Super Rugby season. Can anyone beat the Blues? Will the Crusaders come back and can the Aussie teams finally make a serious mark on the competition. Plus, which Smith should be at 10 for England and the latest evolution in Ireland's game. Ask us a question for the show - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 11, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 1
We get into why the All Blacks continue to make basic handling errors that are costing wins. We also get into England and Wales’ struggles, is Damian De Allende World Player of the Year, the Aussie revival and talk with former Italy captain Dean Budd about why Italy hasn’t yet reached its potential. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 19, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 40
Aotearoa Rugby Pod is back for another Autumn Nations run down. We see a southern hemisphere sweep as the All Blacks beat Ireland, Australia beat England and the Springboks beat Scotland. The team analyse all the games and look at what is to come in the next week of fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 39
The Aoteroa crew is back for the Autumn Nation Series, where we dissect the ABs' win over England, why they tackled so many people off the ball, and how they managed to create opportunities. With the game against Ireland coming up, we rank the ABs’ top 5 rivalries and ask whether Ireland is close to matching South Africa at number one. We get into Matt Williams’ comments about Kiwi rugby having an “existential crisis” and where the test against Ireland will be won or lost. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Nov 05, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 38
The Aotearoa pod has returned for England vs New Zealand preview. They look at the squads and what New Zealand might want to expect with their first test in the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 37
The Aotearoa Rugby Pod is back with Ross Karl, James Parsons, and Bryn Hall for another epic episode! This week, they’re joined by rising All Black star Sam Darry, who shares insights on his journey so far. The team dives into Japan's biggest threats and weaknesses, and they celebrate the legendary Portia Woodman, breaking down how she's maintained her unstoppable form over such a prolific career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 22, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 36
The Aotearoa crew is back with Ross Karl, Jim Parsons, and Bryn Hall as they talk about everything All Blacks just before they head away on their end-of-year tour. Bryn and James reveal small All Black secrets and the crazy gifts Dan Carter and other All Blacks gave to the squad in their team raffles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 35
The Aoteroa crew is joined by All Blacks coach Jason Ryan to discuss the All Blacks team selection that will travel up north on their end-of-year tour. They go over lessons learnt in The Rugby Championship before they face off against England, Ireland and France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 08, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 34
Aotearoa team are all back in the studio to have a look back at the All Blacks performance in the Rugby Championship. What is the true difference between the winner of the Rugby Championship, Springboks and All Blacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 01, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 33
What a crazy round 5 of The Rugby Championship. From 68,000 in the Bledisloe Cup to a historic win in Argentina against the current world champions. The Aotearoa team gives their takes on the weekend and some bonus sections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 32
The crew sit down to look the up-and-coming Bledisloe Cup, will Joe Schmidt use his experience to conquer the All Blacks who look to end the Rugby Championship on a high. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 17, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 30
