The Good, The Bad & The Rugby: Australia & New Zealand

This week we're looking at Super Rugby, URC and the Premiership as finals fever hits! All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and Wallabies Jeremy Paul, James O'Connor discuss the Crusaders v Blues rivalry, Noah Lolesio's red hot form and who they think should be the All Blacks 12. Plus we take a look at the Premiership and URC finals. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout...

On this episode All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, Wallaby & Crusader James O'Connor, former Wallaby Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe discuss the Super Rugby playoffs and the World Club Cup. We also take a look at Richie Mo'unga, who's won yet another title in Japan, and Rabs (James O'Connor) gives his thoughts on what makes him so good! JP (Jeremy Paul) joins us remotely to give his thoughts on the cont...

All Blacks great Ali Williams joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to discus his career and life after rugby. We cover the how a shower with his wife lead to the formation of Auckland AFC, how the All Blacks prepared to face the 2005 Lions and the lessons learned from the 2007 Rugby World Cup that led to victory in 2011. Wallaby James O'Conor also joins the show to reminisce about thei...

All Blacks great Grant Fox is in studio immediately following Ryan Fox's recent PGA Tour victory, reflecting on his journey and the pride it brings to his family. The discussion transitions into Fox's early life, his friendship with Martin Crowe, and his rise in the rugby world, highlighting the significance of leadership and teamwork. The conversation further explores the legacy of the Auckland r...

Rugby legends Justin Marshall & Jeremy Paul join Andy Rowe to cover the Lions squad announcement. The lads discus Maro Itoji as the captaincy choice and the importance of team combinations. Is Henry Pollock over hyped, or could he be a go to key player for coach Andy Farrell? Marshy gets fired up with World Rugby's lack of law changes, and Jeremy Paul reminisces about a fight he was involved with...

Wallaby's legend Owen Finegan joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to shares his journey from being a young rugby player at Randwick to becoming a World Cup winner with the Wallabies. He reflects on his memorable try in the 1999 World Cup final, the challenges faced by the team leading up to that victory, and the camaraderie that defined their success. He also talks about the infamous...

In this episode World Cup winner Jeremy Paul names his 23 man Wallabies squad to face the Lions in the first test of the 2025 Series. Paul joins All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, Wallabies hopeful James O'Connor and Andy Rowe. O'Connor and Marshall also discus the latest Super Rugby news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Donald shares his journey from being a young rugby player at Wesley College to becoming a key figure in the 2011 World Cup. He discusses the challenges and experiences of transitioning to professional rugby, the influence of coaches like Ian Foster, and the importance of team bonding through court sessions. The conversation also touches on the unique experience of playing in South Africa a...

Arguably the greatest Wallaby ever John Eales joins his former teammate Jeremy Paul, All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe. We go deep into Eales' career, where he won two Rugby World Cups (one as captain), the Bledisloe Cup & Tri Nations. We also cover the some of the biggest moments within the biggest games he played in, including why he told the referee he was going to walk his team o...

Wallabies openside flanker Fraser McReight joins the lads for a chat on his way to Reds training. James O'Connor talks us through how he ended up on another players' highlights real, after being stepped cold during the Crusaders win over the Drua. Justin Marshall breaks down the Chiefs and Blues victories, while James talks us through who he thinks is in line to play 10 for the Wallabies against t...

Phil Kearns, a two-time World Cup winner and Australian Hall of Famer, shares his experiences and insights from his rugby career. The discussion covers his rivalry with New Zealand, early career challenges, the transition from amateur to professional rugby, memorable World Cup moments, and his experiences as captain of the Wallabies. Kearns reflects on the evolution of rugby and the camaraderie am...

Former All Blacks coach Brad Mooar joins Justin Marshall, James O'Connor & Andy Rowe. Brad talks us through how he reacted to losing his role as the New Zealand assistant coach, working alongside Gregor Townsend and Finn Russell with Scotland and he gives us his thoughts on Wales rugby! Brad Mooar has been heavily linked with a return to Wales to take over the head coaching role vacated by Warren...

Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou joins former All Black Justin Marshall, former Wallaby Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe from Sydney this week! Taniela tells some hilarious stories about facing test props Joe Marler, Ox Nché & Joe Moody. We get an amazing insight into his childhood growing up in Tonga and why he chose Australia over New Zealand. Plus we look ahead to the his possible inclusion to face the Li...

This is Will Jordan like you've never seen him before. You've seen him score tries, now listen to him explain how he does it! Jordan has scored in almost every game he's played for the All Blacks but in this episode you'll hear his thought process and strategy that gets him in position to strike. We also break down how the All Blacks planned and plotted to take down Ireland in one of the most inte...

Test legend Aaron Mauger joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe in studio this week! Mauger lets us in on the All Blacks perspective on the tackle that ended Brian O'Driscoll's 2005 Lions Tour. Marshy and Mauger compare two of the greatest All Blacks to have ever played, in Andrew Mehrtens & Dan Carter. Plus, Mauger lets us in on some of the unique pre season missions from his days with the Crusaders...

Former All Black Justin Marshall and Wallaby James O'Connor join Andy Rowe to give their thoughts on some of the major highlights of the latest Super Rugby and Six Nations rounds. Marshall makes an early season call on a player he thinks could take the All Blacks to the next level. While O'Connor explains why he think Marcus Smith could light up the Lions backline! Learn more about your ad choices...

GBRANZ is back for 2025 - just in time for the kick off of the new Super Rugby season! James O’Connor joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to discuss his recent viral clip at McDonalds and life in New Zealand, why he decided to join the Crusaders, and the upcoming Super Rugby schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s our season finale, so World Cup Winner Jeremy Paul is back with All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and host Andy Rowe. This week we take a look at how coach Joe Schmidt has turned around the Wallabies. Marshy gives his thoughts on what Australia can do now to go to the next level, while JPs confidence is sky high ahead of the Lions tour down under in 2025! GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering wi...

World Cup winning Springboks captain John Smit joins former All Black Justin Marshall and host Andy Rowe this week. Smit and Marshall reveal details of their infamous special forces pre World Cup training camps. We dig into the impact Eddie Jones had on the 2007 champions and John Smit gives us some amazing stories from his relationship with Nelson Mandela. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with...

Wallabies legend George Gregan joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe to recap the latest action from the Northern Tour, including the All Blacks' narrow loss to France and the Wallabies' new-found form. The lads discuss the impact of Joseph Suaalii on the Wallabies, as well as some of the best stories from NRL converts to rugby union in both Australia and New Zealand. We also look at Antonie Dupont'...

All Blacks great Sean Fitzpatrick joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe for a conversation covering his career and what he’s up to now in the UK. Sean discusses his involvement with the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, giving us an insight into how they’re using sport to change children’s lives. We look at how the All Blacks fell out of favour with the New Zealand public and then how they won them...

This week World Cup winning All Blacks legend Zinzan Brooke joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe in studio, in London. Zinzan and Justin share a few stories from their time together in the Black jersey, before Zinny opens up on just how close he came to signing a contract to play rugby league! Plus, we take a look at the win over England, preview the All Blacks test against Ireland, the Wallabies m...

The lads are back for the Northern Tour ahead of this weekend's opening test between the All Blacks and England! Marshy gives us his thoughts on halfback Cam Roigard and how much of a loss Alex Mitchell is to England's game plan. The lads discuss English fans singing over the haka and JP explains himself after picking the Wallabies to win a grand slam. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel...

Darren Shand managed the All Blacks for 20 years and takes us inside one of the most successful eras of a sports teams ever. We discuss the logistics of taking the All Blacks on tour, calling to tell players they've made the squad and Marshy even tells us what he said to Graham Henry when he was told he might not make the team. Plus Darren opens up on interviewing Graham Henry and Robbie Deans for...

We wrap up the 2024 Rugby Championship with Marshy & JP putting together the best XV from this year's tournament. We review the matches from the weekend, including the Wallabies improvements, the All Blacks new strengths and another piece of silverware for the Springboks. Plus the lads discus their best streaking stories! The Rugby Championship 1st XV, Fraser McReight the BEST 7 in the World? Best...