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All Blacks Great Ian Jones joins the show to chat about the All Blacks victory earlier this morning over the Lions 41-35, How the All Blacks performed in the match, What this means for the All Blacks going into the second test against the Springboks, and more!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KOKO SHOW IS BACK and this week we've brought in some serious front-row firepower, with Springboks legend and two-time Rugby World Cup winner STEVEN KITSHOFF joining the show! The big red unit jumps on the couch with the boys to talk all things Springboks, scrums, World Cups and life after footy — plus, with one of rugby's most famous redheads in the building, there was only one thing to do… THE GREAT KOKO REDHEAD QUIZ! Can Kitshoff prove that gingers really do know more about their own kind?On the rugby front, the boys get stuck into another massive weekend of international footy, starting with the ALL BLACKS taking down the SPRINGBOKS in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry. We break down where the Test was won and lost, the standout performances and what it means as these two heavyweight nations continue their epic battle for southern hemisphere supremacy.Across the ditch, the BLACK FERNS got the better of the WALLAROOS, and the lads unpack where Australia fell short and what needs to change as the Wallaroos continue their push to close the gap on their Kiwi rivals.Then we turn our attention to a HUGE challenge for the Wallabies with a FULL ARGENTINA v WALLABIES PREVIEW. We look at the key match-ups, players to watch, where the Wallabies can hurt Los Pumas and exactly what Australia needs to do to get the job done in Argentina.Of course, it wouldn't be KOKO without a little bit of chaos away from the rugby. The boys talk up the upcoming Cape Mentelle Long Lunch, where the wine flows, the stories get longer and the conversation inevitably heads somewhere it probably shouldn't.And finally, with Father's Day just around the corner, Budgy Smuggler presents ‘THE YEAR OF THE TAH' — our very special celebration of dads, Tahs and the magnificent men who proudly pull on a pair of smugglers.So sit back, crack something cold and enjoy another massive episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons — The KOKO Show!GET AROUND IT, KOKO-NUTTERS!CAPE MENTELLE LONG LUNCH TICKETS - https://capementelle1.rezdy.com/774038/2026-bledisloe-cup-lunchTIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Start of the show 00:31 – First thoughts on All Blacks v Boks 02:51 – Introduce Steven Kitshoff 04:25 – Steven's take on Game 1 07:01 – The Springbok bench 08:24 – Steven's take on the All Blacks 09:51 – How would the week look for the Boks? 12:39 – New Zealand are World Number 1 13:24 – What was it like playing with Swoop? 14:33 – Bomb Squad beer 17:17 – Steven after the spine injury 18:00 – The scrum battle in Game 1 19:24 – Go inside a prop's head 21:28 – The Red Head Quiz 27:01 – BENCH, START AND DROP 27:57 – Steven on playing the KOKO guys 28:47 – The atmosphere at Ellis Park 30:10 – Game 2 predictions 32:03 – Black Ferns v Wallaroos 35:55 – Cape Mentelle Long Lunch 41:32 – Argentina v Wallabies preview 48:12 – Predictions 50:40 – Budgy Smuggler Father's Day 55:09 – Close the showBUY YOUR KOKO MERCHANDISE AND STAY TUNED FOR EVENTS - www.kickoffsandkickons.comMake sure you follow us on all socials:INSTA: @kickoffskickons TWITTER/X: @kickoffskickons YOUTUBE: @kickoffsandkickons TIKTOK: @kickoffskickons If you do want to talk about sponsorship or anything business related then please do get in touch with us info@shtn.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran break down the All Blacks' stunning win in Johannesburg, lauding several individual performances as the wheels came off for the Springboks. They then turn their attention to the Wallabies' two-Test tour of Argentina and why it will be a huge step up for Les Kiss; they then discuss another heavy Wallaroos loss to New Zealand and update the latest news out of Waratahs HQ following Michael Cheika's return as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What. A. Weekend.The All Blacks have drawn first blood in the Greatest Rivalry Series, knocking over the much-vaunted Springboks in a result that has Tony desperately attempting to remain humble and gracious in victory. Unfortunately, humility has never really been his strong suit. Mark is much better at that sort of thing.And somehow, the All Blacks actually fucking did it.For long periods, it felt like the Boks had them under enormous pressure. The scrum was creaking, the high-ball battle was brutal, and physically South Africa seemed to have the upper hand. But instead of folding, the All Blacks did something we haven't seen nearly enough of lately: they played like an All Blacks team.They absorbed the pressure. They stayed in the fight. And when opportunities appeared, they absolutely feasted.Five tries to one tells part of the story, but the bigger story was efficiency. South Africa had pressure, territory and dominance in key areas, but couldn't turn enough of it into points. New Zealand, meanwhile, lived off scraps and somehow made every post a winner. Give them half a sniff and — by God — they took it.We break down all the ins, outs, heroes, concerns and glorious moments from Test One before turning our attention to Cape Town, where a wounded Springbok side will undoubtedly be waiting with violence in their hearts.It is going to be significantly harder.And yet...We're quietly starting to think the All Blacks might be able to fucking do this again.Plus, in considerably less important but equally satisfying news, Tony's North Harbour got one over Mark's Auckland in the Battle of the Bridge.The All Blacks win. Harbour win. Tony wins.It's all coming up Milhouse.Springbok fans: commiserations. We're trying not to be smug.Grab a beer and enjoy.

John Maytham speaks to Stormers head coach John Dobson for his analysis of the match, where the Springboks fell short, what went right for the All Blacks, and what South Africa needs to change going forward. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Mandy Wiener on Midday Report from 12:00 to 13:00 The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Reporter, Kgomotso Modise about Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala returning to the Madlanga Commission requesting for a postponement. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Reporter, Dimakatso Leshoro about Ronald Lamola testifying at the TRC. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to Political Analyst, Professor Andre Duvenhage about ANC Manifesto for LGE 2026 and mayoral candidate nominations. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Reporter, Nkosikhona Malinga Mnisi about the reopened inquest into Steve Biko’s death set to get underway. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to Black Sash National Advocacy Manager, Hoodah Abrahams-Fayker about civil society groups calling for in-person applications for R370 SRD grant. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to Ellis Park Stadium Managing Director, Pieter Burger about the upcoming game between the Lions and All Blacks. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Sports Reporter, Mawande Matheza about the sport games from the weekend and the results of these games. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report, go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Augustus 2026: Die ANC oorweeg 'n voorstel om Gauteng se drie metro's saam te smelt. Duisende onderwysposte is steeds nie gevul nie. Die Springbok-breier maak veranderinge aan die span vir die tweede toets teen die All Blacks in Kaapstad.

The All Blacks pulled off the near-impossible at Ellis Park, beating the Springboks 33-16. They next face the Springboks on Sunday, but have to clear the Lions before they head to Cape Town. Newstalk ZB's Rugby Editor Elliott Smith says it'll be a tricky match, but the All Blacks can't be breezy about the game, if they want a second victory over the Springboks this weekend. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran Sports Journalist Paul Cully & Rugby Commentator Richard Turner join the show to have a chat about the All Blacks victory in the first test with the Springboks in the greatest rivalry tour, NPC Round 4 Recap, Northland winning the Ranfurly Shield, and more!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quite incredible opening to the Greatest Rivalry Series has seen New Zealand outlast South Africa 33-16 at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. In what could well be an instant classic in this stories rivalry, the All Blacks scored 5 tries in 1 despite being at times dominated by the Springboks' set piece game, before the scoreboard pressure simply became too much for the home side, silencing the parochial home crowd in the process. Plenty for both teams to work on ahead of next weekend's 2nd Test in Cape Town, but wow, what a way to start the series. #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #GreatestRivalry #RSAvNZL #Springboks #AllBlacks Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Augustus 2026: Raadslede in Knysna skuil in plekke van veiligheid ná die moord op drie ANC-lede. Huldeblyke stroom in ná die skietdood van die bokslegende, Zolani Tete. Die eerste van drie titaniese kragmetings tussen die Springbokke en die All Blacks vind vanmiddag plaas.

Ahead of tomorrow morning's massive 3:00 AM kickoff between the All Blacks and Springboks, re-live Si & Lana's heated studio debate over rugby's most controversial new trophy!

Lester Kiewit is joined by now Deputy Mayor, but former Springbok Prop, Eddie Andrews about the Greatest Rivalry – The All-Blacks vs The Springboks. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to All Blacks supporter, Duncan Wood, about the Greatest Rivalry, The Springboks vs The All Blacks. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is here. South Africa host the All Blacks at Ellis Park this Saturday in the opening Test of their huge four-match series. As you'd expect, it's not exactly been a relaxed build-up to this monster series, with both Rassie Erasmus and Dave Rennie using the media to spin things in their favour. Dan Cole is joined by double World Cup-winning Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff for an unrivalled insight into the South African preparations as they prepare to face their greatest rivals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 21st of August, All Blacks' hooker Codie Taylor joins the show ahead of the first test against the Springboks. And it's results season – Skellerup, Kiwibank, and Auckland Airport all joined the show to discuss. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss Kate's terrible time trying to get Olivia Dean tickets and how good the ZB 100th party was as they Wrap the Week. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've arrived at the big show. The All Blacks are coming face to face with the Springboks for the first time on Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour, clashing at Ellis Park 3am Sunday Morning. Ardie Savea, Cam Roigard, and Will Jordan are making their first appearances of the tour in the match, and Damien McKenzie is returning from an injury. Codie Taylor is starting as hooker, and told Mike Hosking there's a great belief in the squad that they can win. He says they're playing a great side who know how they want to play the game, but the All Blacks have found their identity and play style too. "If we can get a couple of good opportunities, I feel like we can have a good crack at the series." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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John Maytham speaks to New Zealand rugby journalist Jamie Wall, travelling with the All Blacks, about their South African tour and upcoming Tests against the Springboks. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series now moves into the Test Matches, with the Springboks and All Blacks facing off in the First Test at Ellis Park in Johannesburg this weekend. Harry Jones makes a welcome return to 8/9 Rugby to get into the weeds around what's happened so far, and what happens from here. Harry's new concept of carry-pass-ruck as a new measure for how teams are playing makes for a really interesting preview, with the All Blacks' combined number on Tour pushing back up toward their very high Nations Championship levels, while the Springboks' number stayed low against Argentina a few weeks back. Where South Africa have been caught out in the past – the Wallabies at Ellis Park last year, for eg – has been when their ‘CPR' number climbs unusually high. #89Rugby #Wallabies #GreatestRivalry #Springboks #AllBlacks #RSAvNZL Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair joins ARP before the first test against the Springboks to discuss what New Zealand have learned from their three warm-up games in South Africa.Blair explains what has developed, where the biggest challenges will come from and how the All Blacks are preparing to deal with South Africa's pressure.Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two Cents Gets Distracted – Greatest Rivalry Series PreviewIn a week where the hype is about as hyped as it can possibly be, the speculation is about as speculative as it can possibly be, and our bullshit talking is about as bullshit as it can possibly be… we are finally here.We sit on the precipice of one of the biggest rugby events in recent memory — more than 30 years in the making — as Test One of the Greatest Rivalry Series: All Blacks vs South Africa is about to kick off.The All Blacks arrive after three relatively straightforward outings against South African opposition. There was a bit of a wobble against the Stormers early doors, but the Sharks and Bulls were dispatched without too much drama.So… should New Zealand be feeling confident?Or has Rassie Erasmus been playing 4D chess again, deliberately lulling the All Blacks into a false sense of security? Were the South African franchises mysteriously instructed not to box kick so the All Blacks wouldn't get any proper preparation?Conspiracy theories? Absolutely.Any chance we actually know what we're talking about? Probably not.Then there are the Boks themselves — back-to-back world champions, as they very much enjoy reminding everybody, over and over and over again.They've been relatively quiet, relatively private, but now it's all starting to come to the fore. Are they slightly undercooked? Could there be some rust after their last showing against Argentina? Or was the evil mastermind Rassie simply keeping his powder dry for the series that really matters?The bullshit is high. The speculation is higher. And the hype is very, very real.And it's about to get even more real.Grab a beer and enjoy.A massive thank you to metal's greatest band, Sorcerot, for sponsoring the podcast. Go check out their album Rotten Magic at the link below, and tell them you were sent by the good fellas at Two Cents Gets Distracted.. Go here to here their awesome Album Rotten Magick - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiWye7-B2es&list=RDLiWye7-B2es&start_radio=1&t=1318s

Joining John Maytham to unpack the All Blacks and Springboks rivalry, the tactics, and what we can expect from the weekend is Craig Ray, rugby analyst and Sports Editor at Daily Maverick. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first All Blacks test against South Africa approaches as Northland dominate in the NPC. Another win for the Warriors, and still no certainty for a new professional netball championship.

The All Blacks have won all three warm-up games in South Africa, but one of the Springboks' most effective weapons has barely been faced. Coincidence — or was that always part of South Africa's plan? Bryn Hall, James Parsons and Ross Karl examine the battle that could look very different at Ellis Park.Plus, the major selection calls facing Dave Rennie: the back three, Preston v Ratima, the lock squeeze and whether this is finally the week for a 6-2 bench.Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Maytham speaks to John Dobson, Stormers Head Coach, about what the Boks can expect from the All Blacks and what the opening Test could reveal about both sides. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the Weekend's sport. On the table today: The Warriors are continuing to perform well, but star player Luke Metcalf has picked up an injury. The All Blacks are marching on in South Africa. And the NFL season is getting underway, and Mike's bought a pass to watch every game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugbynuus word oorheers deur vandag se wedstryd tussen die Blou Bulle en die All Blacks op Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. Dit is die derde wedstryd in die All Blacks se Suid-Afrikaanse “Rugby's Greatest Rivalry”-toer, en dien as 'n opwarming voordat Nieu-Seeland teen die Springbokke speel. Die Bulle se hoofafrigter, Johan Ackermann, het met Kosmos 94.1 Nuus gesels:

Pour rythmer vos vacances, Into The Wind vous propose, du 31 juillet au 21 août, Un Été d'archis, soit la rediffusion de quatre épisodes dont les invités étaient des architectes navals ayant marqué l'histoire de la course au large. Des minis aux Ultim en passant par les Class40, Imoca, Ocean Fifty ou "one-off", ils nous racontent leur parcours et comment ils ont contribué à donner naissance à des bateaux de légende.--Il parle d'une voix calme et tranquille, mais sous chaque intonation percent les convictions et une passion pour son métier, qu'il raconte pour autant avec beaucoup de recul. A 54 ans, Guillaume Verdier est une star de l'architecture navale.Ses bateaux ont tout gagné, ou presque. Le vainqueur du Vendée Globe, Macif Santé Prévoyance ? C'est lui. Le vainqueur de The Ocean Race, 11th Hour Racing ? C'est encore lui. Le vainqueur de la Route du Rhum et de l'Arkéa Ultim Challenge Brest, Maxi Edmond de Rothschild ? C'est toujours lui. Et la liste n'est pas exhaustive, puis ses plans ont franchi la ligne en tête en Mini, en Class40, en Multi50, etc. Sans parler, bien sûr, de la Coupe de l'America où il oeuvre pour Team New Zealand depuis 2010.On parle de "plans Verdier", mais lui ne vous parlera que de son équipe, une bande d'une quinzaine d'experts dans tous les métiers de l'architecture navale, avec qui il collabore depuis de nombreuses années et qu'il prend soin d'énumérer, angoissé à l'idée d'en oublier certains.C'est au fond de la rade de Brest, à Logonna-Daoulas, qu'il découvre la voile en camps de vacances ; s'il adore la nature, il ne se prendra jamais de passion pour la course côté pratique. Destiné aux grandes écoles d'ingénieurs, il bifurque après la prépa et entre à l'école d'archi de Southampton, avant de compléter son cursus à l'université voisine. Un détour par l'université de Copenhague et le voilà chez Finot-Conq en 1997, à l'époque où le cabinet de Jouy-en-Josas domine le Vendée Globe. Il y apprend le métier pendant 4 ans, travaillant sur une flopée d'Imoca, avant de devenir indépendant.Il travaille ensuite sur le projet d'Hydraplaneur d'Yves Parlier, où il rencontre une bonne partie de ceux qui l'entourent encore aujourd'hui : Benjamin Muyl, Hervé Penfornis et Romaric Neyhousser... Après un premier passage marquant sur la Coupe de l'America chez Areva Challenge pour l'édition 2007, puis il entame une frutueuse collaboration avec VPLP qui se lance alors dans les Imoca. Leur premier bébé, Safran, révolutionne le genre, premier d'une longue lignée.En 2010, il intègre l'une des plus belles équipes du monde : Team New Zealand, les All Blacks de la voile. Avec eux, il va d'abord perdre (en 2013) puis remporter la Coupe en 2017 et 2021, Une expérience profondément marquante. En parallèle il continue à concevoir énormément de bateaux : des Imoca, bien sûr (qu'il dessine désormais sans VPLP), mais aussi des Minis, des Class40 et des Ultims : après Gitana 17, qui marque son époque, sa prochaine grosse livraison est Gitana 18. Nul doute que cette nouvelle machine made in Verdier & Co. ne devrait laisser personne indifférent !Diffusé le 21 février 2025Rediffusé le 14 août 2026Générique : In Closing – Days PastPost-production : Grégoire LevillainHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Richie Mo'unga's call-up to South Africa is set to put the much-debated All Black eligibility rules under review. Mo'unga wasn't able to tour initially due to these rules, which meant he had to play rugby in Aotearoa before getting the green light for the black jersey. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Die All Blacks se volgende, en derde kragmeting in die Rugby's Greatest Rivalry-toer is Saterdag teen die Bulle in Pretoria, voor volgende naweek se eerste toets teen die Springbokke op Ellispark. Tot dusver is hulle onoorwonne. Die president van die Suid-Afrikaanse Blou Bulle, Willem Strauss sê hulle is opgewonde om die All Blacks hierdie Saterdag te pak ná 50 jaar op Loftus. Strauss het eksklusief met Kosmos 94.1 Nuus gesels.

Richie Mo'unga is en route to Africa. The mercurial Mo'unga has been called into the All Blacks squad following a tour ending injury to midfielder Billy Proctor. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Die Bulle-afrigter, Johan Ackermann, sê hulle sien uit na die geleentheid om Saterdag op Loftus Versfeld teen die All Blacks kragte te meet. Die Bulle moes hulle voor-seisoen verdeel om hierdie eenmalige wedstryd te speel, omdat hulle gewoonlik pas sou terugkeer van hul blaaskans tussen seisoene. Die All Blacks het die Stormers en die Haaie verslaan in hulle twee openingswedstryde van die Rugby's Greatest Rivalry-toer. Ackermann sê hy sou graag sommige spelers wedstryd-fiks wou kry:

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson return for another Greatest Rivalry debate! This time, they're looking at the back-row, with two iconic players going head to head, and this one gets heated. The question beckons, who is better; All Blacks talisman Ardie Savea, or two-time World Rugby player of the year, Pieter-Steph Du Toit? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TALK TO ME NICE THURSDAY QUITE ON SET PLEASE... Our DM's have been FLOODED, wondering when Matua Marc and Jordan will take the big screen again, well today is your lucky day... Brook is in the Directors seat and he is ready to get 'Frauditions' Part 2 underway AND ACTION!... All Black #1145 and Super Rugby Winner, Lima Sopoaga joins us in studio ahead of leaving the country to head over to South Africa to join the All Blacks on their 2026 Tour, he shares his thoughts on the team, who he thinks will win the series and gives us ALL a perspective and insight from a player who has stepped foot onto Ellis Park, representing Aotearoa in the Black jersey... THIS Saturday, Brook and Matua Marc Enter The World Of Wrestling, You can watch it HERE! - ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/themorningshiftlive⁠ POWERED BY THE PEOPLES MEDIA CO. Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 - INTRO 4:33 - CHECK IN (TMS LIVE ON TWITCH) 9:32 - DAILY BREAD 19:49 - FRAUDITIONS PART 2 32:50 - LIMA SOPOAGA 50:03 - OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, a welcome injury boost for Connacht and Ireland ahead of the new season,An unwelcome injury blow for South Africa ahead of facing the All Blacks,And former Ireland out-half Brian Smith has died at the age of 59.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

The Greatest Rivalry Tour is officially underway, and naturally that means it's time for everyone to start drawing enormous conclusions from a handful of rugby games that probably don't deserve enormous conclusions.First up, the All Blacks took on the Stormers in Cape Town and, for a good chunk of the game, it was a seriously butt-puckering affair. The All Blacks stuttered, spluttered and at times played more like poo than an international rugby side, while an under-strength Stormers team — missing their Springboks — gave them absolute hell. The ageless Deon Fourie was somehow still out there causing problems, before the All Blacks eventually located their rugby brains, pulled away late and finished with a 38–21 win.Then it was the Springboks' turn, heading to Argentina with plenty of big names left back in South Africa but still carrying some serious quality. Against an under-strength Pumas side, however, they made life look considerably harder than anyone expected.Cue several days of South African fans and pundits performing Olympic-level mental gymnastics explaining why the Bok performance was actually encouraging while the All Blacks' was apparently evidence that New Zealand rugby had entered its final death spiral.The more boring answer? There probably wasn't that much to read into either game.Then came Durban.On a sodden track, the All Blacks faced the Sharks in game two of the Greatest Rivalry series — and suddenly Ma'a Nonu appeared in a Sharks jersey. Because apparently 2026 has completely stopped obeying the normal laws of rugby.Before kick-off, Nonu produced one of the most surreal and memorable moments of the tour so far, standing alone and returning Kapa o Pango with a one-man haka.Unfortunately for the Sharks, that was about as competitive as the evening got.The All Blacks absolutely pumped a young Sharks side 54–0 in what eventually became more training run than test of character. Nonu arrived around the 60-minute mark, produced a couple of nice touches, and reminded everyone that he remains approximately 400 years old and still capable of playing professional rugby.Elsewhere, Australia edged Japan in a relatively tight affair, we attempt to decide whether anything we've seen so far actually matters, and begin the inevitable overanalysis as the real meat of the Greatest Rivalry Tour creeps closer.Sorry this one's a little late.Massive thanks to Sports4cast.com for the beers.Grab a beer and Enjoy

Dan Kirkpatrick was an age grade superstar who was starting Super Rugby with the Hurricanes at just 20 years old. He's a guy I always remember as being just a genuine good guy and he's had a hell of a journey both on and off the fieldIn this episode of What a Lad, Dan opens up about becoming a father at just 19 and the challenges of balancing that with professional rugby, why he decided to leave New Zealand at 23 despite still having an All Blacks dream, and the serious injuries that eventually contributed to the end of his career.Some parts that stood out for me were…- What growing up looked like for him to be school boy star- Becoming a dad at 19 while trying to establish himself in professional rugby- what it was like at the Hurricanes as a young 10- More about his decision to leave for France - How he felt walking away from his All Blacks dream- Winning the Top 14 with Castres as massive underdogs- The concussion and neck injury that impacted the back end of his career- His transition out of rugby and into business- Building @hiit_crew_auckland and a new community after rugby.And heaps more! Dan's another great example of how everyone's journey is different and how important it is to enjoy the path you take and tackle whatever challenges come at you with a positive mindset. I really enjoyed this one and I'm sure you will too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are two games into the RGR Tour (Phil has exhausted our free tokens for the full name) and the All Blacks have as many questions as they do answers. Cape Town was treated to a spectacle on and off the field against a second string side, while Durban was a damp downer against a more formidable lineup. The Boks out-gritted the Argentinians away but at the cost of their captain, while the All Blacks have also been losing men early. How will the two teams cope over the coming weeks? Who will be first choice come the Ellis Park opener on both sides? We try to channel our inner Rassie and we're probably way off, but please have a listen anyway. Music by @monstroid, 80s TV Show.

The All Blacks are set for their second outing in South Africa. Dave Rennie's men will meet the Sharks in Durban on Wednesday in the second of four franchise matches in the republic. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

World Cup-winning Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff joins Ross Karl and Bryn Hall for a Aotearoa Rugby Pod x For The Love Of Rugby South Africa collaboration.We break down what happens behind the scenes to make the Boks so good — from brutal scrum preparation and Rassie's winning foundations to the systems keeping their wider squad Test-ready.Plus, what the Stormers and Argentina exposed about the All Blacks and Boks.Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Pod there is a whole lot of attempts at the south African accents and chat about the All Blacks. Follow The Hauraki Breakfast Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Featuring Jeremy Wells and Manaia Stewart, "The Hauraki Breakfast" a radio show like no other weekdays from 6am on Radio Hauraki. Guaranteed to teach you bad new habits, raise your eyebrows, and make you smirk on a regular basis. News, sport & music that rocks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.