Aotearoa Rugby Pod

The ARP crew look into what the All Blacks must change to hold onto the Bledisloe Cup. How much of a difference will Cam Roigard make and what tactics must be used to freshen up the attack? Ross and Bryn catch up with All Blacks cult hero Timoci Tavatavanawai about his nickname "Jimmy the difference," turnovers and his successful move to the midfield this year. We look at whether Argentina can ups...

The ARP team breaks down exactly what changed in the second half that led to the Springboks' demolition of the All Blacks. From the courage of the Boks attack to the damning statistics showing NZ's Achilles heel, we deep dive into the All Blacks' record loss.. Ross and Jippa look into what the All Blacks must do to fix their scrum with 2015 World Cup winner Charlie Faumuina. Speaking of World Cups...

The ARP crew breaks down how the All Blacks coaches out-thought the Boks, as they took first blood at Eden Park. James, Bryn and Ross ask whether the All Blacks were masters of the law book or if they used illegal tactics. They analyse how Black Ferns' kicking and defensive tactics have taken their game to the next level before the RWC quarterfinals, look at the Makos' chances of taking the Shield...

The ARP crew breaks down which areas will be key for the All Blacks to end their four-match losing streak against the Springboks. We catch up with Jordie Barrett about his Ireland experience, Damian De Allende and the Boks. There's a full analysis of the Black Ferns progress before their vital pool clash against Ireland. Plus, we chat with NZR Head of Women's Development Emily Davidson about the i...

The sky is falling in. The All Blacks have lost for the first time in Argentina. The ARP crew asks what needs to change to eliminate the discipline issues, high ball problems and the inability for the midfield to make breaks. With the halfback injury crisis, should the All Blacks call back Aaron Smith as cover? We also break down the Black Ferns' opening performance at the Rugby World Cup and disc...

The ARP crew get to the bottom of how the Wallabies upset the Springboks and talk about how the angry South African side will respond. We talk why the All Blacks kicked it old school when Argentina was pressuring their attack and catch up with openside Du'Plessis Kirifi about his rise, breakdowns and working on the Barrett farm as a kid. Plus, the Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off this weekend, so...

It's Rugby Championship time and ARP gets into who looks best placed for wins!   Argentina have beaten the All Blacks three times in recent years. We look into why, as well as breaking down Australia's chances against the Boks.   With Richie Mo’unga returning in 2026, we ask whether NZ needs a first choice 10, or whether Scott Robertson should follow Rassie's lead and have a horses for c...

We get into the skill that new All Blacks halfback Kyle Preston has that no other halfback in NZ can match. How could that change the game for the All Blacks? Why Simon Parker has been selected and who should be picked at loose forward and lock? The boys talk the Wallabies' new abrasive approach will help them beat the Boks and debunk some Lions conspiracy theories. Plus, Black Ferns legend Kelly...

The ARP crew dive into the controversial Lions call, analysing it chronologically, one ruck rule at a time! We discuss which players made the biggest impact across all the July tests, as well as which rising stars made their name. Plus, how flooding the breakdown works for the Boks and who to look out for in the NPC. Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast....

Jippa, Bryn and Ross break down where the All Blacks have progressed against France and what needs to be worked on for the Rugby Championship, as well as which players stood up. We also talk to 76 test Wallabies 10 Bernard Foley about where Australia can find a weakness in the Lions and break down the key area where the Boks are so much better than the rest of world rugby. Catch all our content ac...

SBW Cam Roigard is helping revolutionise the All Blacks attack, with a greater focus on his sniping play. We ask whether he'll dethrone Du Pont and JGP as the world's best. SBW joins us to talk his fight against Paul Gallen this week. We break down how the Springboks' epic new tricks plays work and their effects on defense, as well as the evolution of the Boks' back play. We ask where wonderkid He...

The ARP crew look into what the All Blacks got right and wrong versus France, whether the Boks wingers are the world's best combo and whether the Aussie defence stands a chance against the Lions. Jippa, Bryn and Ross analyse the trend of running over kicking, with the All Blacks, Springboks and Lions changing the face of test rugby. Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels H...

Join Tony Johnson, Bryn Hall and James Parsons as they chat about the outcoming Test Series between the All Blacks & France, plus cover off the latest out of Australia with the Lions tour, Springboks and Under 20s World Cup Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Li...

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 int...

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 s...

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 domest...

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 brough...

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...

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 2...

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 Medic...

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 health...

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. Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

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...

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. Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels...