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The Agenda

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The Agenda is the official podcast of The Alternative Commentary Collective and the home of sporting nonsense and claptrap! Featuring all the major talking points from the world of sports, urban dictionary and more. Your #2 favourite sports podcast! Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here! The ACC - The Alternative Commentary Collective.

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Latest episode

Nov 3, 2026

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Episodes

"The Game's Gone Soft!!!" 06.06.2024

Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to share "war stories" about their Colonoscopy evacuations (0:00)... Then the fellas discuss the murder of Reece Walsh in last night's Origin and if "the game's gone soft" (07:23) before getting into rugby now being the latest sport to receive the "Saudi Suitcase" (13:08) and the latest from the T20 Cricket World Cup (18:02). Finally, the team gets to your feedback...

"Who's Your Favourite NZR Administrator?" 04.06.2024

Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to line up the huge weekend ahead in Super Rugby as we finally hit the Quarter Finals (0:00). Then the fellas share a huge announcement that the ACC will be commentating the T20 World Cup just as the USA start the tourney with a win over Canada (13:00), head to the Motorsport Desk as Scott Dixon wins the Detroit Gran Prix 22:20 before getting to your feedback on 'Y...

"The ACC SportsBook - May 31st" 31.05.2024

Karl Tily from the TAB joins G Lane & Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (16:58) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (21:41). Plus, the latest 3-Way Punt (24:40) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Dead Rebels & Hot Hunches" 30.05.2024

Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss the launch night of the TAB's new "Hunchland" and the hunch that few people got Lane's R18 jokes (0:00). Then the fellas announce the "decision" from Auckland Council on the stadium debacle (9:55), Ryan Fox gets off to a hot start in the Canadian Open (20:02) and pour one out for the Melbourne Rebels who have been axed from Super Rugby, ironically after...

"A Huge Day For Democracy" 30.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to cast their bets for a monumental day for New Zealand sport including the settling of the Stadium debate (4:20) and the NZ Rugby Civil War (6:00). Then the fellas discuss the Crusaders resting their star players for a do-or-die match this weekend (8:41) Charlie Hull ripping cigs on the LPGA (12:18) and the list of banned number plates (15:27). Finally, the te...

"Chode Pony" 28.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss the price tag fetched by Imperatriz and describe the ins and outs of the horse breeding trade in horrifying detail (0:00) before crapping on about the new stadium again (10:34)... Then the fellas sound the 'NRL Off Field Scandal Alarm' to address the latest news from across the ditch (15:45) and blast out another 'Half Baked Sports Idea' (20:25). Fin...

"ACC Allegations" 28.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to address allegations that he flew Business Class to Europe while the ACC laid off 390 employees (0:00) and has anyone had a positive experience on Facebook Marketplace? (9:41) Then the fellas delve into Shaquille O'neal's appointment as President of Basketball Operations at Reebok (11:27) whether it's time to stick a fork in Rafael Nadal (18:39) and share a f...

"How The Crusaders Can Still Make The Finals" 26.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to try and make sense of the Indy 500 (0:00) and discuss the rise of "Sailgating" in F1 (7:30). Then the fellas rip into an improbable win for the Warriors (9:27) and break out the abacus to figure out how the Crusaders can still make the Top 8 in Super Rugby (15:00). Finally, they react to the US T20 team toppling of Bangladesh behind a familiar hero (24:03) t...

"The ACC SportsBook - May 24th" 24.05.2024

Karl Tily from the TAB joins G Lane & Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (16:58) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (21:41). Plus, the latest 3-Way Punt (24:40) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Call In Richie" 24.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss breaking news that the NFL is thinking of coming to Aus (0:00) before discussing AFB being stood down this week (4:16). Then the fellas whip around the local derbies in Super Rugby (9:57) and react to Richie McCaw being called in to sort out this NZR mess (15:57) before Manaia weighs in on South Canterbury being unable to contest for the Ranfurly Shi...

"The Rob Penny Meat Shield Strategy" 22.05.2024

Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to unravel an unfortunate hot mic situation between a reporter and Crusaders Coach Rob Penny (0:00). The guys debate who should captain the ABs after Aaron Smith announced it should be Ardie Savea only to realise there's no one left in the team anymore (8:41), then break the news of Mody Moar shocking the Breakers (13:51) before heading back to the downtown stadium...

"Beaudy's Blue Balls" 22.05.2024

Producer Adam joins ACC Head G Lane to trawl over the best comments of the stadium saga after the media release yesterday (0:00). Then a surprise at Blues training yesterday as Beauden returns home (6:20) before Lane attempts to simplify what the hell is going on between the NZRPA and the NZRU (8:31). Finally, the guys wrap up by digesting the Roosters' attempt to sign Shaun Johnson and what it me...

"Move The ACC To Christchurch" 20.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to address the groundswell on social media around a new national stadium and why it could result in the ACC moving to Christchurch (0:00)... Then the fellas debate whether the bonus point system in Super Rugby needs to be abolished(11:15) before breaking down the NASCAR fight overnight (15:30) and reacting to the Wolves stunning the Nuggets in the NBA (21:03)....

"Magic" 19.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to digest a historic win for the Warriors at Magic Round (0:00) and run through the facts of Scottie Scheffler's arrest (7:24). Then the fellas react to the Nix agonising loss to the Victory (13:00) and whip around another big weekend in Super Rugby. Finally, the team preview a massive Game 7 in the NBA playoffs (23:44) and with Usyk unifying the boxing belts t...

"The ACC SportsBook - May 17th" 17.05.2024

Karl Tily from the TAB joins G Lane & Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From 'Around The Grounds' (00:00) to 'Grab A Pen' (20:45) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies' (24:51). Plus, the latest 3-Way Punt (27:15) Powered by TAB!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Walk-In" 16.05.2024

Matt Heath returns to join ACC Head G Lane & Manaia Stewart to bury the hatchet (0:00)... The team turns their collective analytical brains to the PGA Championship which teed off overnight (5:54) Netflix picking up the Xmas NFL games and whether Super Rugby could do the same (10:36) and where they'll be watching the Nix from (20:08). Finally, the team get your thoughts on another edition of 'Y...

"Up The Nix - Featuring Jason Pine" 15.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane & Manaia Stewart are joined by football commentator and great NZer Jason Pine (0:00) to chat all things Phoenix, find out if the Caketin is sold out and what happens in overtime...  Then the fellas ask Piney whether the Nix could be victim to the "Grim Lane Curse" (12:43)... Finally, another bumper and controversial edition of 'Yours Please' (24:33)... Brought to you by Export...

"On The Block At First Sight" 14.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to address the shock backflip from NRL Star David Fifita (1:00) before delving into Rory McIlroy's divorce and the impact it could have on the PGA Championship (4:06). Then the fellas try to make sense of the Warriors team list (9:52) Tyson Fury's old man headbutting someone at a press conference (12:24) and a good old-fashioned Twin-Swap (15:56). Finally, the...

"An Apology To Sam Cane" 13.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to have an important discussion about fashion for the aging man before reacting to Cleveland Steamer's retirement from international Rugby (0:00). Then the fellas take a deep dive into the Kalyn Ponga salary cap scandal that was reported by his own father (12:56) before echoing the plea for a sellout at the Phoenix game this weekend (18:49) and discussing the w...

"Walkout" 13.05.2024

Matt Heath joins G Lane and Manaia Stewart to discuss a way to end the curse of the Pinot Wahs and tempers flare, prompting an ACC first walkout! (0:00). Then Lane & Manaia whip around a massive weekend in Super Rugby including a massive top-of-the-table clash and a big win for the 'Landers (13:47) plus the fallout from the Warriors blowout loss (19:45). Finally, the fellas wrap up the other s...

"The ACC SportsBook - May 10th" 10.05.2024

Karl Tily from the TAB joins G Lane & Manaia to pore over the weekend's odds, opportunities and omens. From Super Rugby (2:57), NRL (12:13) to Grab A Pen (17:22) and 'Stats To Impress The Ladies (19:55). Plus, the latest 3-Way Punt (21:42) Powered by TAB! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Consequences" 09.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to face the consequences of his own actions as his kids' sporting groupchats turn on him in retaliation for his '4 Rules of Groupchats' (7:15). Then the fellas dive into the latest NRL news including an update on Shaun Johnson's Achilles (11:36) and Fafoita signing with the Roosters... Plus, the latest rule changes coming to world rugby (16:15). Finally, the bo...

"Lighting Durries Off The Olympic Torch" 08.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss NZR allegedly trying to bring Richie Mo'unga back to New Zealand early (0:00) and rip through the ins & outs of the Super Rugby teams named yesterday (7:00). Then the fellas make a bid for the Whitelock farm (14:29), debate whether you could light a durry off the Olympic Torch (19:46) and delve into the conspiracies surrounding the Maradonna Gold...

"A Shock Resignation!" 08.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to read a shock resignation letter from one of the ACC's longest-serving members (0:00). Then the team react to SKY signing the ICC cricketing rights for 5 more years and what that means for the ACC (7:10). Plus the fellas break down how Joe Biden has cost NZ a second NRL franchise (12:14) and try and wrap their heads around the scheduling of Super Rugby this w...

"Unconscious Bias" 07.05.2024

ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to put an end to a Warriors-adjacent Twitter Beef (0:00) and react to the groundswell of support for Lane's '4 Rules Of Groupchats' (6:31). Then the fellas break down the NRL's decision that the Bunker got the DWZ call right (15:10)... Finally, the fellas get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (24:15). Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here!  See om...

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