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Aotearoa Rugby Pod

NZ Rugby podcast covering every inch of the game in New Zealand with hosts Ross Karl, James Parsons, and Bryn Hall

Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons host a weekly chat about all things New Zealand rugby, from Super Rugby Pacific, the All Blacks, Bunnings NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, and Super Rugby Aupiki, the team have you covered wi

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  • 5. Pasifika stand up: Moana and Drua make a statement + what’s your favourite old school jersey?

    54:25||Season 6, Ep. 5
    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.

  • 4. Could Quin Tupaea and ALB be the test midfield? Plus, possibly the first Dutch All Black?

    54:59||Season 6, Ep. 4
    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.

  • 3. Is Highlander Timoci Tavatavanawai Super Rugby's MVP? Plus Cortez Ratima and Ayesha Leti-i'iga

    54:48||Season 6, Ep. 3
    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.

  • 2. Are the Chiefs now the team to beat + guest Will Jordan

    55:15||Season 6, Ep. 2
    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

  • 1. Super Rugby preview with Ardie, Julian Savea and Caleb Clarke

    54:20||Season 6, Ep. 1
    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 - aotearoarugbypod@sky.co.nz

  • 40. What went wrong for the All Blacks against France | Aoteroa Rugby Pod

    54:25||Season 5, Ep. 40
    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.