Murray Deaker's Sporting Lives

On this episode, Murray talks to former All Black captain, now chairman of the New Zealand Rugby board, David Kirk.  Deaks and David discuss the state of the game in New Zealand, his impressive CV and what it brings the role of chairman and also his thoughts on the way forward for rugby. He also gives an update on the hunt for a CEO and whether that person will be a kiwi. Murray Deaker has be...

On this episode, Murray talks to former Tall Black, turned basketball administrator, Dillon Boucher.  Deaks and Dillon talk about the key moments from his player career - from getting dropped by the Breakers to finding winning culture in Australia.  As an administrator Dillon has worked for Baskeball New Zealand as CEO and is now back at the Breakers as President of Basketball Operations...

On this episode, Murray talks to kiwi heavyweight boxing sensation, Joseph Parker.  For the first time 14 years, Deaks and Joseph meet to discuss how Joseph got into the best shape of his life, why he's waiting for a title fight and how many years he thinks he's got left in the ring.  Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Spor...

On this episode, Murray talks to Rugby Sevens star and New Zealand Warriors recruit, Michaela Brake (nee Blyde).  As the NRLW season gets under way, Deaks asks Michaela about her switch to league and why our women's sevens stars are able to play in both rugby and league competitions.  They also discuss overcoming bad team culture to win Olympic gold, what makes her so successful and whet...

On this episode, Murray talks to one of the best-known names in golfing circles, former golfer, now commentator, Ian Baker-Finch.  Following the release of Ian's biography 'To Hell and Back', Ian talks Deaks through the high of winning the 1991 Open to the low of his career ending loss of form.  Ian also shares his thoughts on LIV Golf and reveals which New Zealand golf course he ranks a...

On this episode, Murray talks to broadcasting veteran, Kevin Cameron, about his new book 'Two Passions'.  Kevin tells Deaks about his life in broadcasting, his time as Director of Sport for Sky TVand his thoughts on what is crucial to Sky TVs future.  Kevin also shares his love story with swimming great, the late Jan Cameron and talks of how their career ambitions kept them apart for twe...

On this episode, Murray talks to arguably the greatest caddy in golf, Steve Williams.  To celebrate the release of this book 'Together We Roared', Deaks and Steve talk about his 12 years caddying for the phenomenon that is Tiger Woods.  Steve opens up about what their relationship was like, why they haven't spoken in recent years and his biggest regret over their falling out. Murray Deak...

On this episode, Murray talks to the first man to take New Zealand to a FIFA World Cup, former All Whites coach John Adshead.  Deaks and John reflect on the success of his 1982 team, John gives his thoughts on rugby's current dilemma, the form of Chris Wood, and they discuss whether football is on the rise in New Zealand with the emergence of Auckland FC. Murray Deaker has been interviewing t...

On this episode, Murray is joined by New Zealand cricket royalty, Sir Richard Hadlee.  Deaks and Sir Richard discuss the rise of New Zealand cricket in the 70s and 80s, he shares in-depth memories from his career and reveals how he rates our recent cricket teams and their achievements. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting...

Murray is back for 2025!  On this first episode for the year he's joined by former Black Fern, now World Rugby board member and TVNZ head of sports and entertainment, Melodie Robinson. Deaks and Melodie discuss the game of rugby, how to fix it, the future of free to air sports and also the joy of women's rugby. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murr...

On the final episode for 2024, Murray is joined by double gold medalist at the Paris Olympics, Alicia Hoskin.  Deaks and Alicia talk about overcoming her rare heart complications, racing with the GOAT Lisa Carrington and the complexities of racing the K4. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, u...

On this episode, Murray is joined by one of our greatest ever paceman, Trent Boult.  Deaks and Trent discuss his decision to turn down a New Zealand Cricket contract, the future of test cricket and why we've seen the last of him playing for the Black Caps. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport,...

On this episode, Murray is joined by New Zealand rugby league legend, Stacey Jones.  Deaks and Stacey talk about the highs and lows of the early days at the Warriors, what went wrong with the clubs NRL season this year and look ahead to Stacey's first crack at coaching the Kiwis international side later this month. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murra...

On this episode, Murray is joined by Paris Olympic gold medalist, kiwi high jumper, Hamish Kerr.  Deaks asks Hamish what really happened before the jump-off for gold in Paris, the pressure of qualifying and why he ended up in high jump. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their sto...

On this bonus episode, Murray is joined by Olympic Men's Kayak Cross gold medallist, kiwi Finn Butcher. Deaks and Finn talk about the moment he knew he'd won gold in Paris, the highlights of his Olympic games, the future of Kayak Cross and what's next for Finn. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sp...

To celebrate the Olympics, on this episode, Murray is joined by double Gold medalists, Georgina and Caroline Evers-Swindell (now Georgina Earl and Caroline Meyer).  Deaks asks them about their road to Olympics success, sibling rivalry, Dick Tonks and Caroline reveals she didn't always want Georgina in the boat. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray De...

On this episode, ahead of the Paris Olympics, Murray is joined by one of our Olympic greats, Rob Waddell.  Deaks and Rob talk about what it takes to win Olympics Gold, his time with Team New Zealand, this honest thoughts on Grant Dalton, heart surgery and his thoughts ahead of Paris. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will...

On this episode, Murray is joined by one of the off-field heroes of sport, John 'Doc' Mayhew.  Deaks and John recap his career as team doctor of the All Blacks and Warriors, they unpack the big issue of CTE and talk about his special relationship with Jonah Lomu Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of s...

Murray is back with season two of Murray Deaker's Sporting Lives!  For the first episode back, he is joined by one of our athletics stars, pole-vaulter Eliza McCartney.  Deaks and Eliza talk about her come back from injury, the techniques of pole-vaulting and how she is preparing for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray D...

On the final episode of Murray Deaker's Sporting Lives for 2023, Murray is joined by the ultimate journey man, kiwi golfer, Steven Alker.  Deaks and Steven talk about the turnaround in his career, from grinding away on the second-tier Korn Ferry Tour to his winning streak on the Champions Tour and the passing of his caddy Sam Workman from cancer. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest nam...

This week Murray is joined by 2023 NRL Dally M Coach of the Year, Warriors coach Andrew Webster.  Deaks and Webby talk about his coaching philosophy, turning the club around in his first year as head coach and his long-term commitment to Auckland and the Warriors. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years, and now he's back with a brand-new podcast. 'Murray Deaker...

On this episode, Murray talks to American billionaire and owner of three New Zealand golf courses, Ric Kayne.  Ric is the founder of Tara Iti and the two Te Arai Links courses in Mangawhai. Ric joins Deaks to talk about leaving a legacy and why he held nothing back in creating excellence in these courses. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. M...

This week Murray talks to Paralympian great and Member of the House of Lords, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.  Deaks and Tanni talk about her incredible career, the selfishness required in top level sport and her role on the three-person panel, assigned to look into the Lance Armstrong affair and the role of the ICU in the scandal. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 4...

This week Murray talks to kiwi race car driver, 6-time IndyCar champ, Scott Dixon.  Deaks and Scott talk about facing the fear in a dangerous sport, the lure of the Indy500, Scott rates New Zealand's other drivers and talks about his upcoming induction into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years, and now he's back with a...

With the Cricket World Cup nearing the knockout stages, Murray catches up with former Blackcaps paceman, turned commentator, Danny Morrison.  Deaks and Danny talk about India's influence on cricket, our best batsman of all time and how Danny rates the teams in India at the moment and who he picks to win the ODI crown. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years, and...