Podcasts about auckland blues

FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from the long weekend on Newstalk ZB) Or Was it Just Another Day Off?/Counting Is Really Hard/EV Regrets/Too Many Cars/Blues BluesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Payton Spencer is a New Zealand Rugby Union player, who recently signed with the Auckland Blues. He has represented New Zealand in 7s, making his debut last year in Sydney, and is the son of former All Black Carlos Spencer. In this podcast we talked about: Overcoming injury and the battles that come with rehab Choosing between cricket and rugby as a career path Growing up as the son of All Black Carlos Spencer, but forging his own  path in the game The Tik Tok rugby skill challenge that went viral How he gets mentally prepared for games on the biggest stages Even an inside scoop into his favorite sport….. Golf Payton is a talented footy player who is still early in his career, and it was great to sit down and yarn about the successes so far. Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio.

Massive 7 days in the world of sport, with Blue proving to be the winning colour in both the oval ball codes. This week, we disect a massive NSW win, the Auckland Blues ending their Super Rugby drought & the big talking points from Razors first All Blacks Squad.

This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier are in Christchurch following the All Blacks squad announcement and reflect on the five new names in the squad of 32, as well as the big omissions from the group including Hoskins Sotutu and Ruben Love. We also hear from All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan and uncapped prop Pasilio Tosi. We also dig into a dominant Blues performance in the Super Rugby final against the Chiefs, that ended their 24 year drought.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a joyous and emotional win for the Auckland Blues on Saturday night.  The Blues are Super Rugby champions for the first time since 2003 after routing the Chiefs 41-10 at Eden Park.  Back with us again is former All Black Coach and Auckland Blues Board member, John Hart.  Hart told Kerre Woodham “I was so happy for the team, the club, the city and our fans.”  He said “We'd had a semifinal the week before and the crowd was quiet as a mouse – and on Saturday we had a total sell-out – what an atmosphere.”  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys dropped a few bombshells including wanting to vs the Hurricanes over the Chiefs

The Blues have secured a spot in the Super Rugby final – but who will they play?  We'll find out tonight, as the Hurricanes play the Chiefs at Sky Stadium.  Blues Assistant Coach Paul Titto reflects on last night's game with Jason Pine...  Titto told Jason Pine “It was a big game and I couldn't get back to asleep afterwards – had to have another wine.”  Titto said “We've played this way since the start of the season.”  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues beat The Brumbies 34-20 at Eden Park last night – securing their place in the Super Rugby Pacific final.   They'll await tonight's match to see who they'll play in the final.  1News Sports Presenter Andrew Saville told Jack Tame “It's a shame that the crowd wasn't bigger – but it was a wet Friday night in Auckland – which is difficult to get to straight after work.”  Saville said “The crowd was disappointing, but the rugby was good.”  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues face The Brumbies tonight at Eden Park, for The Super Rugby semifinal.   The Blues have already beaten Canberra team this season – a major 46-7 win at Eden Park in April.  Weekend Sport Host Jason Pine told Heather du Plessis-Allan “No Australian side has ever come to New Zealand and won a playoff game.”  Piney said “Hurricanes will have the home advantage – but no degree of overriding certainity.”  LISTEN ABOVE.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACT Brumbies scrum half talks about their upcoming Super Rugby clash against the Auckland Blues

This weekend, the Fijian Drua will play the Blues at Eden Park in their second quarterfinal in a row.   Meanwhile, The Melbourne Rebels are closing up shop – bringing Super Rugby's finals system down to a six-team playoffs next year in an 11-team competition.  SportsTalk Host Jason Pine told Heather du Plessis-Allan “I don't think the Rebels or the Drua will beat the Hurricanes or Blues games.  Piney said “There's a possibility of the Chiefs coming down against the Reds.”  LISTEN ABOVE.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're joined by Auckland Blues prop Angus Ta'avao ahead of the Blues vs Fijian Drua Super Rugby quarter final at Eden Park. The Super Rugby season so far, how has this season compared to previous ones, and managing expectations for the knockout phase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Graham is a Rugby Union Coach.He started coaching in 1975 while teaching at Auckland Grammar school. His coaching and teaching continued and in 1993 he was to win the first of 4 consecutive Provincial Championships with Auckland. In 1996 he resigned as a headmaster to take up full time coaching with the Auckland Blues, leading them to back to back Super 12 titles in 1996 and 1997. He then took on the role as Head Coach of Wales and In 2000 led them to the 6 Nations Championship and the Grand Slam.While coaching Wales he also led the British and Irish Lions on a tour of Australia. In 2003 he was appointed coach of the All Blacks and went on to lead them to the 2011 World Cup. In 2012 he was awarded a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (KNZM) in services to rugby.[17] In this terrific interview some of the key highlights are: The way the teams culture was built from its purpose which was to be the best sporting team in the world. And the role that humility played in bringing this to life. How by the time he was appointed All Blacks Coach he had learnt the importance of empowerment and moving from a coach driven environment to a team driven environment. And how this was the catalyst for the leadership groups he put in place. The way the difficult decision he has made in his life have gone on to benefit him in the longer run. And how in his words “'learning about yourself under pressure” has been a key part of his development as a leader. If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to the first episode of WOMENZSPORTS presents Alice's Soapbox!WOMENZSPORTS is hyped to share our kōrero with Ruahei Demant: the co-captain of the World Cup Champion Black Ferns, 2022 World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year, and player for the Auckland Blues, Auckland Storm, and College Rifles. Sports journalist and rugby player Alice Soper sits down with Ruahei Demant to discuss everything from getting started in rugby to the challenges faced by players as the women's rugby game grows in Aotearoa New Zealand. They also explore the importance of honouring culture and heritage, and Ruahei reveals her tuākana (big sisters) and tēina (little sisters) within rugby!Follow us on social @womenzsportsWant to get in touch? https://www.womenzsports.com/aboutDon't forget to rate & review this podcast wherever you're listening!Music by Alex_MakeMusic “Calming In The Sun” from Pixabay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and former New Zealand and Auckland Blues hooker James Parsons to look ahead to this weekend's World Cup quarter-final between Ireland and the All Blacks.

On this weeks episode we got to catch up with Head Coach of the New York Iron Workers (Major League Rugby) - James Semple. James has both a strong playing (Counties Manukau, North Harbour, Utah Warriors) & coaching background (Waikato Women, Auckland Blues, Utah Warriors, New York) & he's taken on the challenge of leading this New York team to back to back championship glory. We got to chat to James about how he got started in coaching, his experience in the MLR, Super Rugby & who he thinks should be given the #10 jersey for the All Blacks.

Today was full of sports news and D'Arcy Waldegrave's here to break it all down! Highlights for tonight are all about RTS and his great return to the Warriors. - Cameron George - CEO of the One NZ Warriors. - Talkback  - Andrew Hore - CEO of the Auckland Blues.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Krysten Cottrell definitely doesn't suffer from a boring nine to five, splitting her time between hunting for possums in Hawkes Bay during the week, then heading to Auckland to play for the Blues in the weekend. A former Black Fern, Krysten is the captain of the Hawkes Bay Tui and plays for the Auckland Blues during her weekends. During the week, she swaps her rugby boots for tramping boots, working alongside her husband Tipene for his business Te Ngahere. Hiking through the bush in the Kaweka Ranges, Krysten and the team trap pests such as rats and possums, in an effort to make swathes of Hawkes Bay forest predator-free. They also track and monitor kiwi, hoping to restore the kiwi population in the area.

https://amzn.to/3XZPASc - Order a Copy of my new book The Book On How You Become A Pro Rugby Player today!LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter We chat about;Growing up with ADHD.Struggling with self-imageNot getting an Academy place with Auckland Blues, or any Super Rugby Franchise.Pat Lam give him a break.Playing with Jerome Kaino, Doug Howlett, Ali Williams, Sam Tuitupou, Ali Williams & John Afoa.His uncle, being All Blacks coach.Finding fulfilmentThe benefit of disciplineTools to help mental health.Benefits of readingCBD, nootropics and mushrooms Why he started Puresport  Get the bonus Podcasts on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ant makes a welcome return to the pod as the team discusses whether Steven Kitshoff is better off assimilating with other redheads through his current move to Ulster or at the Auckland Blues, the eerie and magnificent Black Ferns' haka at the opening round of the World Cup, and the latest in South African dominance, Welsh capitulation, and Irish petulance in the URC. Music by @monstroid, 80s TV Show.

Some school children in Tonga have received donated rugby boots from the Blues. Representatives from the Auckland-based rugby team travelled to Nuku'alofa to deliver 20,000 pairs of donated boots, shoes and sports equipment. It's part of the club's Best Foot Forward for Tonga initiative. The group also visited some of the areas worst hit in the eruption and tsunami in January. One school they visited used to have 400 students, but now only has 100 because some students are still fearful of going to school so close to the water. The sports equipment was delivered to 30 schools across the island. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6312332708112

The Comedowns are back from Melbourne to release a song, Jason Mohi from the band called up to chat about the Auckland Blues, Waimarama Beach and on co-writing songs with his brother in Napier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even if you know nothing about bowls, chances are you'll know the name Gary Lawson.I'm in the "knows-nothing-about-bowls" camp, but I know Lawson's name just from hearing it mentioned so often over the years in the sports news.And from that, I know that he's pretty handy on the bowling green. He's a former world champion and he's been New Zealand champion 14 times.But I also know, from what I've seen and read, that he's a bit of a loudmouth too. He's probably wishing today that he'd learnt over the years to pull his head in a bit, because he's just been slapped with a 16-week ban which means he's out of this year's Commonwealth Games.Probably one of our best bowlers ever, and he can't be selected for the Games because he's banned from competing for 16-weeks. And the reason for the ban is homophobic abuse towards another player at a competition in May last year.As well as that particular incident, Lawson has said things and behaved in ways over the years that were pretty awful and the impression I get is that he's not a very nice person to be around.It seems he's only got away with it - up and until now anyway - because Bowls New Zealand and Bowls Canterbury have reportedly turned a blind eye to his behaviour. I think the bowls organisations have denied that, but make of it what you will.Nevertheless, that all appears to have changed and yesterday Gary Lawson was told that he's out for 16 weeks which means he's out of the Commonwealth Games.Now whatever we might think of Gary Lawson as a person, the question in my mind is this: Is he being treated fairly?And the reason I ask that, is because last week we heard about Auckland Blues rugby player Dalton Papalii being caught driving at excessive speeds well over 100 kilometres per hour and not being charged because of some sort of technicality.But a few days after that was in the news, Papalii was selected for the All Blacks squad for the test series against Ireland next month.Bad behaviour, no legal consequences, but can still play.Gary Lawson. Bad behaviour, no legal consequences. But, unlike Dalton Papalii, Gary Lawson can't play. Where's the justice in that?And think back to the Olympic Games in Athens in 2004.That year, we had a member of the New Zealand team who was a convicted criminal. Boxer Soulan Pownceby was selected to represent New Zealand, despite the fact that in 1995 he was convicted for the manslaughter of his five-month-old daughter and spent four years in prison.So, a criminal conviction, very clearly legal consequences, but he was still selected to compete at the Olympics.This is why I'm asking whether the penalty imposed on bowler Gary Lawson, which effectively rules him out of competing at this year's Commonwealth Games, is fair when you compare his case to the others.Yes, anyone who says the kinds of things Gary Lawson has been saying - and who behaves the way Gary Lawson has been behaving for many years - of course they shouldn't be held up as shining examples of the human spirit.And when I saw that he'd got this 16-week ban I thought he'd got his come-uppance, because if there's one thing I can't stand it's loudmouths who think they can say and do whatever they want. Even if they're brilliant at something - like Gary Lawson is at bowls - it's not a licence to run roughshod over everyone else.But, despite all that, I think Gary Lawson has been hard done by.

Charles joins Brandy and Vossy with what you may have missed in the world of sport this week

Joel is giving his thoughts on the Warriors realistic expectations for the year, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has injured his shoulder for the Auckland Blues and the team pay tribute to Shane Warne.

I got to catch up with Jerome  in between his busy schedule as new Defence and Breakdown Coach of the Toulouse Espoirs (Under 23's) and Breakdown Coach of the reigning Top 14 Champions of French Rugby.We discuss his learnings as a player and the comparison of his years with the Blues and his instant success at Toulouse.   He shares some background on some of the up and coming young players from his club that are standing out now on the international stage for France.We chat about his decision to get into business, Mint Wear Underwear, with 2 of his best mates and he talks about his learnings and his skills that he has been able to transfer from his rugby career into the world of Business.Good lessons and a good listen.  Join the moveMINT #mintman @mintwear.co

Former Queensland State of Origin Coach Sir Graham Lowe joined the programme to discuss tribalism in NZ Sport.Have we lost it? Moana Pasifika and Auckland Blues is being touted as the next great rivalry but will it actually work? How come Australia, the USA and England can do it and we can't? LISTEN ABOVE 

Welcome to Episode #29 of The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast "the platform for all rugby league identities to voice their journey; their sideline story" . Click the master link to listen on your preferred platform, follow us on our socials, or to check out our sponsors: https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast . TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - The Sideline Story Ethos + Introduction + Ep Overview 03:58 - RLWC postponed until 2022 // looking at the positives over the negatives this time around . Around the Grounds with The Sideline Story: 15:10 - English Super League round 17 wrap-up // George Williams makes debut for Warrington 19:38 - English Super League round 18 wrap-up // Catalans 12-game win-streak comes to an anti-climatic ending // Leigh 0 from 15 23:10 - ESL signing news and rumours (Danny Levi, Blake Austin, Sam Stone, Jai Whitbread, Corey Norman, Kevin Naiqama) 25:49 - RTS unveiled in his Auckland Blues kit alongside Solomone Kata // NZ Rugby vs. NZ Warriors for the signings of Viliame Kikau, Joey Manu and Dylan Brown . The Sideline Story's Round 21 NRL Recap (+ "The Sideline Story M's" 321s): 28:10 - The Panel's tips update // Rd20 updates of Game 7+8 29:37 - Knights def Broncos // Broncos building well for the future 35:15 - Raiders def Dragons // House party ruins St George's season 40:27 - Rabbitohs def Eels // Clarkie undefeated in jersey bets // Adam Reynolds becomes Rabbitohs highest point scorer // Put the line through Parramatta 53:45 - Warriors def Sharks // Warriors to surge into the 8? 57:49 - Panthers def Roosters // Matty Burton the next JT? 1:09:00 - Storm def Sea Eagles // Melbourne equalise longest win-streak in NRL history // The boys explain the hatred toward their club 1:17:29 - Tigers def Bulldogs // Canterbury destined for the wooden spoon 1:23:43 - Titans def Cowboys // Titans to become the kings of QLD for the 2nd year in a row 1:28:43 - Rapid fire tips: Round 22 . The Sideline Story's Bunker Review (brought to you by Rusty Penny Brewing Co): 1:30:42 - IG fan poll results (from Ep#28 Bunker Review) 1:33:48 - Bunker Review Topic #1: How would you consolidate the NRL competition if you could start over? 1:40:45 - Bunker Review Topic #2: Players niggling 1:47:05 - Bunker Review Topic #3: NRL Grand Final to head to NZ? . FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIALS: Facebook: @thesidelinestoryrlpodcast Instagram: @thesidelinestoryrlpodcast . Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke. Proudly sponsored by The Rusty Penny Brewing Co. Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband. Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Anchor. Music credit for this episode: 'Lockdown' (royalty free) [prod. by Pold and Baribal] via Youtube Audio Library. Introduction credit to the National Rugby League (NRL) . Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer © The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.

My guest today is Ihaia West. Ihaia has represented the Auckland Blues, Wellington Hurricanes, New Zealand Under 20's and Maori All Blacks. Most recently, Ihaia has represented European cup finalists La Rocehelle in France. This is a really interesting conversation on striving for the best, especially in a country like New Zealand where rugby means so much. We also discussed the importance of being true and honest with yourself, as well as never comparing yourself to others. A great insight into what it takes.

Good to be here with the bro Tira. Tira graduated with his Masters in Applied Science focusing on Sports Nutrition. He has porvided his services in nutrition at the Super Rugby franchise, the Auckland Blues, and is now working or the Counties Manukau rugby academy. Tira covers a whole host of practical tips and awesome stories about his journey.Enjoy

Recorded on Mother's Day, released on St Patrick's Day ☘️, this week's ep is brought to you by Tadhg Furlong's dancing feet, Ken Owens' kicking from hand and Romain Poite's chaotic energy. Listeners, don't be scared. Kath and Lo feel #blessed: Ken and Taulupe scored; Akira had a MOTM performance in New Zealand; Wales have beaten Italy comfortably; Anthony Watson remains pure class. ....but we are still complaining. Should Wales have been more ruthless? Was Ken robbed of his chance for a hat trick? Why did they disallow the Akira/Rieko Ioane score of the season for the Auckland Blues? And what is going on with rugby players' haircuts? All this plus you'll discover the important connection between LRZ and J Lo. give us a follow and check out our new Instagram: @lostforward

Former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has paid tribute to his former teammate, Dan Carter, describing him as a great man, who re-defined what it meant to be a ten. The first five announced his retirement from professional rugby after 19 years over the weekend. He played 112 times for the national team, his last appearance coming in a man of the match display in the All Blacks win over the Wallabies in the 2015 Rugby World Cup final. Most recently, he was with the Auckland Blues for the Super Rugby Aotearoa tournament, and before that with the Japanese side, the Kobelco Steelers. He leaves as the all time top scorer in international rugby, having amassed nearly 1600 points. His former Crusaders and All Blacks captain, Richie McCaw, told RNZ reporter Adam Jacobson, Carter can retire happy.

Josevata Taliga "Joe" Rokocoko is a professional New Zealand rugby union player. Rokocoko is one of the top ten try scorers of all time in International Test Rugby. Rokocoko played 96 matches for the Auckland Blues and 69 first class test matches for the All Blacks before moving to France where he played 98 matches for Bayonne and 87 matches for Racing 92 retiring in 2019.    Rokocoko right now is a skills development consultant for the team at Racing 92. To keep up with Joe and what’s he doing now you can follow and find Joe on Instagram @jrokocoko and on Twitter @J_Rokocoko. In terms of what Joes shares on this episode it’s one of our best for learning the intricacies of:    How Joe grew playing one touch in his driveway and how this style of “Fijian” rugby allowed him to see space on the pitch creatively Understanding how the man off the ball dictates move you’re going to do and it’s not one carrying the ball who is the playmaker How Mils Muliaina created safe comms so that Joe could trust his speed and the tools that a good communicator needs in your back three How to deceive players with your face and eyes while your body and your actions tell a different story and how to exploit the space in between    If you’re someone who is looking to understand the skills, communication and tactics of a world class speed merchant this is your episode. This episode is about implementing the big and little habits that Joe has used in his career to achieve some of the feats he has and putting them into your own game.  The first episode of 2021 is a hell of a listen. Get ready to learn and leverage the knowledge in this episode with Joe Rokocoko.

Today we spoke to Alistair Rogers – All Blacks performance analyst during their two RWC wins, coach and former rugby player We talk about Alistairs' journey from Wales to New Zealand, a life of playing and coaching rugby. He became the All Blacks analyst for 7 years, specialising in opposition analysis and defence - and was part of the coaching staff for the RWC wins in 2011 and 2015. He has been involved in coaching roles with the Wellington Hurricanes, Auckland Blues, and now in Japan. Al talks about the mind and the mental game - and the differences between the Northern and Southern hemisphere in that space - "The All Blacks wanted to do something nobody else has done - and that was pretty special to be part of..." We discuss leadership, performance, communication, culture and decision making as a coach. This one was special for us! Thanks for joining us Al...and best of luck in Japan mate!

Anthony Tuitavake is an ex All Black player who grew up in South Auckland in a humble Tongan home. He would go on to represent his city with the Auckland Blues, before playing several tests for the All Blacks. His rugby journey would also lead him to Japan and eventually France, where he now lives with his wife and two children, after retiring in 2018. Anthony is also apart of a group of ex All Black players who own the very first Maori and Polynesian professional rugby club in the world. We have a good chat about his journey on and off the field. Enjoy!

Tony is a New Zealand born professional player with US eligibility through his father and grandparents. Growing up in NZ, Tony discusses his journey to Super Rugby where he is now part of arguably the most exciting squad going around! Representing the USA at the RWC last year he shares insight into his experiences in Japan and how he has become a key member of the national team.

Waisake Sotutu is a Fiji rugby international who played for the Blues in 1996 before transferring to the Crusaders in 1997. He was a strong Auckland winger, playing for the provisional side from 1991 through to 1997.  Waisake Sotutu is the father of the sensational in-form Hoskins Sotutu who's having a breakout Super Rugby Aotearoa season with the unbeaten Blues.    

When you join the NZ All Blacks Rugby Team, the legacy you step into is far more intimidating than any opponent you’ll face. Add to that the pressure, expectations and weight of a nation and you have the ultimate game within the game.We sit down with Gilbert Enoka - All Blacks Leadership Manager, internationally renowned mental skills coach, and the man who's known for being able to get inside the head of one of the greatest international sports teams in history. His straight up, no b/s Kiwi approach to greatness and the man who created the 'No Dickheads' policy with the motto "if you can't change the people, change the people" has helped build one of the most revered cultures and proudest legacies of any team in history.Join us as we get inside Gilbert's head and talk all things 'dickheads', toxic culture (in any team environment), and the tools and tactics that the All Blacks use to reframe pressure, manage expectations, and build resilience to come back and win back to back Rugby World Cup Titles. Oh and we also find out just how bad the man cold really is (or isn't) when it hits the All Blacks camp...

Ben James is joined by former New Zealand, Auckland Blues and Cardiff Blues no. 8 Xavier Rush to talk about his new business, his time in Wales, his thoughts on rugby and a few tales from his playing career.

The first five-eighth's record points tally and marshalling of stars like John Kirwan made the playmaker a key cog in the 1987 Rugby World Cup-winning All Blacks and champion Auckland teams. His distinctive goal-kicking ritual became as reassuring as a metronome, and a model for future number 10.During his time with the All Blacks from 1985 to 1993, he wore the number 10 jersey, and was the main goal kicker for the All Blacks. He amassed 645 points from 46 All Black Test Matches. He is considered a true pioneer of the modern art of goal kicking, in particular the technicalities of leaning the ball forward, which has been adopted by world class kickers since.Fox has been a player, coach, commentator and is currently one of the All Black selectors, a position he has held since 2011.www.theDOC.nzwww.patreon.com/theDOCNZwww.twitter.com/patbrittenden- Like - Share - Subscribe -

The former All Blacks first-five Dan Carter is officially part of the Blues. After initial reports last night sent the rugby world into a spin, the two-time World Cup winner trained with his new team for the first time today. Carter has joined the Auckland-based side as injury cover for Stephen Perofeta, who has a broken foot, but won't be ready to play for several weeks. Clay Wilson and visual journalist Dan Cook were there as the Blues unveiled the All Black centurion.

Sir John Kirwan is one of New Zealand's greatest All Black rugby players. Since retiring from playing rugby he has gone on to coach the Japan, Italy and Auckland Blues rugby teams and become a leading mental health advocate. He is also the founder of Mentemia, a free app for mental wellbeing which is available free to download.

Ugo Monye, Danny Care, Chris Ashton and Chris Jones chat to England centre Joe Marchant about life at the Auckland Blues ahead of rugby restarting in New Zealand. We also discuss how the Lions tour could be affected by coronavirus, Chris Ashton gets some surprising news in this week’s quiz and who is rugby’s Dennis Rodman?

Dual international, current Auckland Blues rugby player and former NRL player and club favorite with the Melbourne Storm.Had a great time chatting to Duff about his own journey through sport, Storm and the All Blacks.I could’ve sat down with him for hours. A true gentleman and great athlete with a wealth of experience in all areas.This was one of my favourites that I know you guys will enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Saveatama Eroni Clarke was recently appointed New Zealand rugby’s first Pasifika Engagement Manager. The former All Black & Auckland Blues legend joins us now on Pacific Breakfast for more.

Jack and Pat are joined by ex-All Black and Auckland Blues legend Eroni Clarke. We discuss Eroni's new role with the NZRU, Pacific Mental Health, his Pe'a journey, and his family. A wonderful conversation with a tough durable man with a kind generous voice championing Pacific People on and off the rugby field.

Jonathan Ruru of the Auckland Blues joins the show to talk lock-down, the dream of being a pro surfer and Shaun Johnson talks about leaving the Warriors, the NRL trying to get up and running and life as a Shark!!! he also does very well on the Quiz!

In this episode Isa speaks with Ben Atiga on his journey through rugby and how he dealt with his rapid rise to stardom, the pitfalls that come along with professional sport and what he is doing Beyond the Field. Thank you to our series sponsor – Atomic Coffee. These legends fuel us and our guests through our podcasts. If you have any questions or comments, or have a topic you want us to discuss you can contact us at https://moneyempire.co.nz/, or follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MoneyEmpireNZ/ The advice shared on Beyond the Field is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances and is based on our personal opinions. Beyond the Field is for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon to make financial decisions. Kayne Wahlstrom, Isa Nacewa and the Money Empire group are Registered Financial Advisers. We do not provide our clients with advice on investments, nor do we provide investment planning advice. To receive personal financial advice, you must first engage with an AFA or RFA, and receive, read and understand their Scope of Service and Terms of Engagement to ensure the service and products are suited to your needs. We may discuss products, services and answer listener questions on this podcast for illustration purposes only. www.moneyempire.co.nz Triple M Group Limited (5737850) (NZBN: 9429041825877) Registered NZ Limited Company.

Some journey this guy has been on, and there's so much more to come. Gareth has won titles in both Hemispheres, and his U20's team would challenge most international teams now!  From Auckland to Cardiff, with some stops along the way, he's played with and against the best players in the world, although nothing prepared him for the baptism of fire, that is Welsh Rugby. Download and subscribe across Apple, Spotify and Google.  Thanks to @BloomsEats, @FireFences, and Cardiff Blues for the Heinekens  

He may be a hard man on the field, but Nick is one of the nicest guys off it - Family, Culture and Respect mean more to him than any rugby accolade.  North Harbour, and that Auckland Blues team of the mid 2000's (Google them!), that Munster team of the late 2000's, Ulster and the Cardiff Blues - He has and still played with some of the best players of the last 20 years!  One of rugby's great servants, he gives a fascinating insight in to growing up in Auckland, and forging his own career away form the All Blacks Please subscribe, download and listen across Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. With huge thanks to the Cardiff Blues for the Heinekens, @BloomsEats for the Production, and @FireFences for the music #CatflapChats

Sir John Kirwan is a former All Black and Head Coach. He played for New Zealand for over a decade, and was one of the highest scorers in international rugby union history. He was part of the New Zealand team that won the first Rugby World Cup in 1987. He is the former head coach of the Auckland Blues in Super Rugby, and the Japan and Italy national teams. Since his playing days, he has opened up to New Zealand and shared his personal story of depression, resilience and hope. His journey has led him to an active involvement with mental health awareness campaigns in New Zealand where he speaks openly about his battle. JK is passionate about mental health within sport and also putting an end to suicide, he helps thousands of people and students each year.

Stade Toulousain Podcast: Episode n°28 Avec Jerome Kaino. Arrivé des Auckland Blues à l’inter-saison 2018, le troisième ligne néo-zélandais Jerome Kaino est une référence du rugby moderne à son poste. Fort de son expérience, Jerome s’est rapidement intégré au sein de l’effectif rouge et noir. Après des prestations remarquables, et suite à la blessure de Julien Marchand durant le Tournoi des 6 Nations, l’homme aux 86 sélections chez les All Blacks est désigné capitaine par Ugo Mola et son staff. Considéré en 2015 comme le meilleur défenseur du monde, c’est au poste de numéro 8 qu’il a disputé le plus grand nombre de matchs avec le Stade Toulousain. A 35 ans, il encadre, avec succès, le jeune génération toulousaine. Pour sa première saison en France, il a remporté le Bouclier de Brennus.

For the third time, I've joined Paul Chek at his home hidden away in the hilly backcountry of San Diego, California to interview him. And this time we take a deep deep dive into topics such as intuitive eating, consciousness, ego dissolution, education models such as Waldorf and unschooling and much more! Paul is an internationally-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology. For over twenty-five years, his unique, holistic approach to treatment and education has changed the lives of countless people worldwide – many of his clients, his students and their clients. By treating the body as a whole system and finding the root cause of a problem, Paul has been successful where traditional approaches have consistently failed. Paul is the founder of the C.H.E.K (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) Institute, based in California, USA and the P~P~S Success Mastery Coaching Program. He is a sought-after presenter and has consulted for organizations such as the Chicago Bulls, Australia’s Canberra Raiders, New Zealand’s Auckland Blues, the US Air Force Academy and other elite organizations. He has produced over 60 DVDs and 17 advanced-level home study courses designed for the fitness and clinical professional. He is a strong believer in the essential role provided by practical training and has developed four Advanced Level Training programs to provide hands-on instruction for the exercise and health industries. Paul's CHEK Exercise Coach program introduces fitness and exercise professionals to an integrated approach to conditioning; the C.H.E.K Practitioner Program is a two to four year advanced level program teaching corrective exercise and high-performance conditioning; the Golf Performance Series focuses on functional conditioning for golfers; the Optimal Health and Fitness Through Practical Nutrition and Holistic Lifestyle Coaching Program contains three levels and shows how to reach optimal health from the inside out. Thousands of people worldwide have been trained in one or more of these challenging and elite level certification programs. Paul has also accrued three US patents for , and , and has also designed several pieces of functional exercise equipment. In this episode with Paul Chek, you'll hear: -Why Paul became an espresso aficionado..4:30 Paul and his wife at one time worked 18+ hrs a day; espresso was an effective way to stay engaged and productive Caregiver archetype Studying functional medicine, Paul found people who had blood sugar issues had coffee on an empty stomach Inflammation, hormone regulation issues Logic doesn't work to get people to kick a bad habit People have a deep emotional connection to coffee Came across some time release vitamins; saw word "chelated" on the bottle Saw a connection between chelation and coffee to help with above mentioned issues Began using organic butter, nut butters, was a fan out of the gate Encouraged people to put something in their coffee and eat a bit of food first thing in the morning -Intuitive eating and a discussion on what is "God"..10:40 Difference between intuition and instinct: Intuition is asking the totality of yourself a question and waiting for the answer Only "God" can give you the soul; the soul is "God" in you Ken Wilburn is known to be able to "stop" his brain () Book: Scientifically speaking, "God" can only be defined as "zero" Book: Book: "What we call spirits and angels is the flow of information and energy that is anthropomorphized" (human interpretation) Eternity, not infinity, is the zero point that we call "God" Intuitive eating: One empties their soul, then asks if a particular food is what they should eat that day. They'll receive the answer according to the energy they feel, positive or negative "Human beings will continue to invent technologies outside themselves until they've either destroyed the planet or they've come to the realization that everything they've created outside of themselves is a copy of a technology that exists within themselves." --Rudolf Steiner -An alternative view of human DNA..28:55 DNA is not a bunch of information like a computer; it's an antenna system that's tapping into morphogenic fields  (proved that the aether does exist) Book: YouTube:  (re: Paul's experience seeing photons in the sun) Book: YouTube series:  -Soul connection and ego dissolution..42:40 Ego dissolution often occurs when people are in a deep crisis It cannot occur when we are constrained by religious or cultural standards Book: Book: Book: Set aside preconceived notions, and allow your soul to speak to your body YouTube video: A British medical officer found that the Hunza people were regular smokers and drinkers with no apparent ill effect on their longevity The psyche is more powerful than physiology 3-step process on learning to be guided at 3 levels: Diet logging Muscle testing () The body will not support a lie Addictions and unbelief inhibit honest biological feedback Listening to the soul The biggest challenge to soul connection is a connection of the ego You have to have legitimate spiritual courage Supplements muffle the signals of the soul -Paul's thoughts on educating children..1:11:15 Ground children into the realities of the real world (meet halfway on buying toys) Book: Education system designed to support the agricultural and industrial revolutions Book: Steiner invented biodynamic farming, which has proven to be superior to other methods of farming Minimum screen time, maximum engagement with the world and creative stimulants at a young age We have a choice on how to raise our children: either allow screens and teachers or we can be proactive and use those as tools while retaining our role as primary educators -The one question Paul Chek wishes he could answer but hasn't been asked..1:31:20 -And much more! Resources from this episode: -Podcast: . -Podcast: - - -Book: -Book: -Book: - - -Book: -YouTube: - -Book: -YouTube series:  -Book: -Book: - -Book: -YouTube video: -Book: - -Book: Episode sponsors: -: Jumpstart your personalized meditation practice with 40+ pages of knowledge and guided meditations from experts! -: The performance tool that is changing the way people track their fitness and optimize their training. Save $30 off your order when you use discount code: GREENFIELD -: Safe, simple, effective products that people use in the bathroom everyday. Native creates products with trusted ingredients and trusted performance. Get 20% off your first purchase when you use discount code: BEN -: Try the shaving company that’s fixing shaving. Get a $13 value trial set that comes with everything you need for a close, comfortable shave when you go to Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Paul or me? Leave your comments below and one of us will reply!

Nick Evans joins me on the podcast. Nick is a former professional rugby union player for the Otago Highlanders and Auckland Blues in Super Rugby and Harlequins in the UK. At Harlequins he holds a club record of 2217 points scored and won the 2012 English Premiership. He is All Black number 1039 and is capped 16 times for New Zealand which included the Rugby World Cup in 2007.Follow Nick on Twitter - https://twitter.com/nick10evans or Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nick10evans/Connect with me on social media on the links belowhttps://www.facebook.com/talkingwithtk/https://twitter.com/talkingwithtkhttps://www.instagram.com/tristanknell/send me an old school email at tristan@talkingwithtk.com

Ryan, Herman and I discuss the the league of nations proposal, a new southern hemisphere womens rugby competition and Auckland/Blues rugby. The Team: Paul - twitter.com/DrivingMaul Ryan - twitter.com/NewYorkNixon Ashwin - twitter.com/NZFatso Bottlepop link: bit.ly/2sJxg3E This is an affiliate link so if you buy one I get a cut Signup up for the weekly DrivingMaul Newsletter here: eepurl.com/b46FUv Become a Patreon of DrivingMaul: www.patreon.com/DrivingMaul #AllBlacks #NewZealand #Blues #Chiefs #Crusaders #Highlanders #Hurricanes

With Don away in New Zealand for a rare holiday Tom is joined by securities attorney, Lawrence Cock to talk about the legal side of finances and how you can protect your wealth. In this episode: - Why short-term returns are the wrong way to view your money. - Following an academic approach to the market. - Introducing this week’s guest star! - Some of the financial scams that are currently making the round. - Looking back at the greatest Ponzi scheme of all time. - Real estate investing in Seattle and its returns. - Investments that do not live up to expectations as a form of scamming. - Recourse against fraudsters and submitting complaints to firms. - The rights of minority shareholders and how to settle disputes. - What to consider when hiring a fiduciary. - Real estate financing and primary residential regulations. Real Money Hotline — 855-935-TALK (8255) Talking Real Money — [http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/](http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/) Talking Real Money Quick — [http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/talking-real-money/](http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/talking-real-money/) Money Thirty Podcast — [https://www.moneythirty.com/](https://www.moneythirty.com/) Real Investing Journal — [https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/](https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/) Vestory — [https://vestory.com/](https://vestory.com/) 401411 — [http://www.401411.com/](http://www.401411.com/) Vanguard — [https://investor.vanguard.com](https://investor.vanguard.com) VFSTX — [http://www.morningstar.com/funds/xnas/vfstx/quote.html](http://www.morningstar.com/funds/xnas/vfstx/quote.html) Retiremeet North — [http://www.retiremeet.com/](http://www.retiremeet.com/) The Wall Street Journal — [https://www.wsj.com](https://www.wsj.com) MarketWatch — [https://www.marketwatch.com/](https://www.marketwatch.com/) Goldman Sachs Bank — [http://www.goldmansachs.com/what-we-do/investing-and-lending/banking/](http://www.goldmansachs.com/what-we-do/investing-and-lending/banking/) Bankrate — [https://www.bankrate.com/](https://www.bankrate.com/) _Financial Fysics_ — [https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Fysics-Money-Investing-Really/dp/1453898557](https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Fysics-Money-Investing-Really/dp/1453898557) Paul Merriman — [https://paulmerriman.com/](https://paulmerriman.com/) Real Investing Journal “Own the Whole Planet” — [https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/reports/2018/3/1/own-the-whole-planet](https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/reports/2018/3/1/own-the-whole-planet) Auckland Blues — [http://theblues.co.nz/](http://theblues.co.nz/) Auckland Aces — [http://aucklandcricket.co.nz/about-auckland-cricket/aces/](http://aucklandcricket.co.nz/about-auckland-cricket/aces/) Seattle Times Retirement Article — [https://www.seattletimes.com/business/how-not-to-run-out-of-money-in-retirement/](https://www.seattletimes.com/business/how-not-to-run-out-of-money-in-retirement/) New Zealand National Cricket Team — [http://www.nzc.nz/](http://www.nzc.nz/)

- The best place to keep your savings with quick and easy access. - Why interest rate changes might mean for your savings. - High rates at Goldman Sachs bank. - A couple of good resources for an introduction to investing. - More info about Don’s upcoming holiday in New Zealand. - Unloading stocks, penalties and the IRS protocols for profit. - A discussion on the rules and culture of cricket. Seriously. - When is a good time to retire? - Soccer riots and why Tom couldn’t go to a Mexican soccer game. - The problem with dual registration of investment advisors and stock dealers. - Questions to ask about your so-called fiduciary advisor. Real Money Hotline — 855-935-TALK (8255) Talking Real Money — [http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/](http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/) Talking Real Money Quick — [http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/talking-real-money/](http://www.talkingrealmoney.com/talking-real-money/) Money Thirty Podcast — [https://www.moneythirty.com/](https://www.moneythirty.com/) Real Investing Journal — [https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/](https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/) Vestory — [https://vestory.com/](https://vestory.com/) 401411 — [http://www.401411.com/](http://www.401411.com/) Vanguard — [https://investor.vanguard.com](https://investor.vanguard.com) VFSTX — [http://www.morningstar.com/funds/xnas/vfstx/quote.html](http://www.morningstar.com/funds/xnas/vfstx/quote.html) Retiremeet North — [http://www.retiremeet.com/](http://www.retiremeet.com/) The Wall Street Journal — [https://www.wsj.com](https://www.wsj.com) MarketWatch — [https://www.marketwatch.com/](https://www.marketwatch.com/) Goldman Sachs Bank — [http://www.goldmansachs.com/what-we-do/investing-and-lending/banking/](http://www.goldmansachs.com/what-we-do/investing-and-lending/banking/) Bankrate — [https://www.bankrate.com/](https://www.bankrate.com/) _Financial Fysics_ — [https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Fysics-Money-Investing-Really/dp/1453898557](https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Fysics-Money-Investing-Really/dp/1453898557) Paul Merriman — [https://paulmerriman.com/](https://paulmerriman.com/) Real Investing Journal “Own the Whole Planet” — [https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/reports/2018/3/1/own-the-whole-planet](https://www.realinvestingjournal.com/reports/2018/3/1/own-the-whole-planet) Auckland Blues — [http://theblues.co.nz/](http://theblues.co.nz/) Auckland Aces — [http://aucklandcricket.co.nz/about-auckland-cricket/aces/](http://aucklandcricket.co.nz/about-auckland-cricket/aces/) Seattle Times Retirement Article — [https://www.seattletimes.com/business/how-not-to-run-out-of-money-in-retirement/](https://www.seattletimes.com/business/how-not-to-run-out-of-money-in-retirement/) New Zealand National Cricket Team — [http://www.nzc.nz/](http://www.nzc.nz/)

Paul Chek is an internationally-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology. For over twenty-five years, Paul’s unique, holistic approach to treatment and education has changed the lives of countless people worldwide .Paul is a sought-after presenter and has consulted for organizations such as the Chicago Bulls, Australia’s Canberra Raiders, New Zealand’s Auckland Blues, the US Air Force Academy and other elite organizations. His information is not only cutting-edge, but also very applicable. BOOKS RECOMMENDED BY PAUL: 1. How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! By Paul Chek 2. Last 4 Doctors You'll Ever Need: How to Get Healthy Now! Paul Chex 3. The Book By Allan watts 4. Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza FOLLOW PAUL: chekinstitute.com paulcheksblog.com Youtube: @Paul Chek SPECIAL OFFER chekinstitute.com/hcc

When I was a fledgling fitness professional, one of the first books I ever read was "", by Paul Chek. So it was a bit of a surreal experience to get to knock on Paul's front door a few weeks ago and join he and his family for an epic weekend of conversation, workouts, nature immersion, Paul's crazy daily habits (which you'll discover in this podcast episode). Who is Paul Chek, and I why would I travel all the way to the hilly backcountry of San Diego, California to interview him? Paul is an internationally-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology. For over twenty-five years, his unique, holistic approach to treatment and education has changed the lives of countless people worldwide – many of his clients, his students and their clients. By treating the body as a whole system and finding the root cause of a problem, Paul has been successful where traditional approaches have consistently failed. Paul is the founder of the C.H.E.K (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) Institute, based in California, USA and the P~P~S Success Mastery Coaching Program. He is a sought-after presenter and has consulted for organizations such as the Chicago Bulls, Australia’s Canberra Raiders, New Zealand’s Auckland Blues, the US Air Force Academy and other elite organizations. He has produced over 60 DVDs and 17 advanced-level home study courses designed for the fitness and clinical professional. He is a strong believer in the essential role provided by practical training and has developed four Advanced Level Training programs to provide hands-on instruction for the exercise and health industries. Paul's CHEK Exercise Coach program introduces fitness and exercise professionals to an integrated approach to conditioning; the C.H.E.K Practitioner Program is a two to four year advanced level program teaching corrective exercise and high-performance conditioning; the Golf Performance Series focuses on functional conditioning for golfers; the Optimal Health and Fitness Through Practical Nutrition and Holistic Lifestyle Coaching Program contains three levels and shows how to reach optimal health from the inside out. Thousands of people worldwide have been trained in one or more of these challenging and elite level certification programs. Paul has also accrued three US patents for posture calibrating, hydrotherapy and equipment inventions, and has also designed several pieces of functional exercise equipment. During our discussion, you'll discover: -How Paul uses rocks and a stone circle for his morning workouts and meditations...[6:30] -Paul's water charging tower and exactly how he built it so that the water is charges from the rocks...[11:40 & 14:50] -The intriguing reason why you need to buy a lunar calendar...[22:30] -Why Paul found the 82nd Airborne Division to be easy...[26:40] -How you can use a smokeless vaporizer to vaporize mixes of teas, tobaccos and essential oils...[32:40] -Paul's morning meditation routine...[40:50] -The three extremely unique exercise patents that Paul holds...[46:45] -What Paul calls "the King of all stabilization exercises", and where you can find it...[62:40] -How Paul was the first person to begin the now popular practice of putting butter into coffee...[66:45] -Paul's unique combination of art therapy and plant based medicine...[72:45] -And much more! Resources from this episode: - - - - - - [envira-gallery id="36649"] Show Sponsors:  -Kimera Koffee - Go to and use code 'BEN' to get 10% off! -Organifi - Go to Discount code BEN for 20% off your order! -Antrantil - For all of your  Bloating, SIBO, IBS, Leaky Gut issues, go to . Use code "BEN" at the checkout to get 15% off your order.   Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Paul or me? Leave your comments at and one of us will reply!

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin interview Paul Chek of the C.H.E.K. Institute. Paul is an internationally-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology. For over twenty-five years, Paul's unique, holistic approach to treatment and education has changed the lives of countless people worldwide. By treating the body as a whole system and finding the root cause of a problem, Paul has been successful where traditional approaches have consistently failed. Paul is a sought-after presenter and has consulted for organizations such as the Chicago Bulls, Australia's Canberra Raiders, New Zealand's Auckland Blues, the US Air Force Academy and other elite organizations. Get access to a free lesson at www.chekinstitute.com/mindpumphlc Get our newest program, Kettlebells 4 Aesthetics (KB4A), which provides full expert workout programming to sculpt and shape your body using kettlebells. Only $7 at www.mindpumpmedia.com! Get MAPS Prime, MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Anabolic, MAPS Performance, MAPS Aesthetic, the Butt Builder Blueprint, the Sexy Athlete Mod AND KB4A (The MAPS Super Bundle) packaged together at a substantial DISCOUNT at www.mindpumpmedia.com. Make EVERY workout better with MAPS Prime, the only pre-workout you need… it is now available at mindpumpmedia.com Have Sal, Adam & Justin personally train you via video instruction on our YouTube channel, Mind Pump TV. Be sure to Subscribe for updates. Get your Kimera Koffee, Mind Pump's first official sponsor, at www.kimerakoffee.com, code "mindpump" for 10% off! Add to the incredible brain enhancing effect of Kimera Koffee with www.brain.fm/mindpump 10 Free sessions! Music for the brain for incredible focus, sleep and naps! Please subscribe, rate and review this show! Each week our favorite reviewers are announced on the show and sent Mind Pump T-shirts! Get Holistic Lifestyles Coach Level 1 Online- FIRST LESSON FREE HERE! Introduction to discussion with Paul Chek (8:24) Ego is the enemy (9:49) What does Paul think of people's perception of him? (16:34) Paul talks about all the things he originated and got no credit for – ie: gut health, bulletproof coffee and the swiss ball (26:00) How did Paul get into the wellness/fitness industry? How his childhood/military/boxing days changed his life? (29:34) What advice does Paul give a team/athlete he takes on? (52:52) Paul talks about flow state (1:03:21) Chek Institute: Coach programs, Training programs and courses offered / Becoming a Chek Practitioner (1:13:28) Not selling out and sticking to his principles (1:17:00) What is Paul doing with social media to keep up with Generation Z? (1:31:20) What are some key things someone can take away from Paul's knowledge? / 4 day rotation diet / Program design (1:39:36) What frustrates Paul the most about the state of the fitness industry? (1:51:21) Does Paul communicate differently depending on who he is talking to? (2:03:32) Discussion into dogmas / Final thoughts (2:05:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Chek Institute Special for Mind Pump listeners! Get Holistic Lifestyles Coach Level 1 Online (First course for FREE!) Old school Swiss ball training video (Paul Chek) Nutrition: A Holistic Approach – Rudolf Hauschka (book) How to Eat, Move and be Healthy! – Paul Chek (book) Movement that Matters – Paul Chek (book) Huston Smith – The Roots of Fundamentalism (Documentary) Paul Chek vs. David Driscoll Debate People Mentioned: Dr. Clifford Oliver Ben Greenfield Mike Salemi Daniel Siegel Laird Hamilton David Driscoll

In this Sports Geek Podcast we chat to James Rigby from Blues about True Blue HQ built using Digital Cheer Squad helped him activate Blues fans with the team and a key digital sponsor. We also chat with Jarrod Price from the Brisbane Lions on dealing with upset fans when a club legend is let go as coach and then amplifying fans buoyed by the another club legend stepping in a new coach. Full show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/sgp-018-activating-your-digital-cheer-squad-with-auckland-blues-managing-fan-reactions-online-with-brisbane-lions/

This week there's surprise in the netball world after a former captain of Australia was appointed assistant coach to the Silver Ferns. We talk to Vicky Wilson about her new job in the enemy camp. We catch up with the Olympic kayak champion Lisa Carrington who's made a good start to her international season in Hungary. The V8 Supercars race in the United States for the first time, New Zealand driver Fabian Coulthard fills us in on the Austin, Texas track. A consortium takes the license to run the Auckland Blues, the Rugby Union Chief Executive Steve Tew has the details, and it's the final of the Oceania champions league between Waitakere United and Auckland City. We hear from the Waitakere goal Keeper Danny Robinson ahead of New Zealand football's toughest local derby.

This week there's surprise in the netball world after a former captain of Australia was appointed assistant coach to the Silver Ferns. We talk to Vicky Wilson about her new job in the enemy camp. We catch up with the Olympic kayak champion Lisa Carrington who's made a good start to her international season in Hungary. The V8 Supercars race in the United States for the first time, New Zealand driver Fabian Coulthard fills us in on the Austin, Texas track. A consortium takes the license to run the Auckland Blues, the Rugby Union Chief Executive Steve Tew has the details, and it's the final of the Oceania champions league between Waitakere United and Auckland City. We hear from the Waitakere goal Keeper Danny Robinson ahead of New Zealand football's toughest local derby.

It’s been a controversial weekend in 6 Nations – Ireland are fuming over the illegal lineout that led to a crucial Welsh try. England’s slam is still on and we chat with Bath prop David Flatman. Nick Stiles talks Super Rugby and the Force’s heartbreaking draw against the Auckland Blues. In-Depth Analysis is SEALING OFF.

Paul Williams Sale Sharks new player signed. Sale Sharks has signed new player Paul Williams in preparation for the forthcoming season. First of the Summer signings was fullback Paul Williams from Auckland Blues. A tough tackling, aggressive runner with great offloading skills, Paul can introduce his Super 14 experience to the Sharks backline. With more signings to be announced, interest in the club is increasing every day.

The Heineken Cup is back and we have a full expert preview with our panel. Our special guest star is All Blacks lock Ali Williams. Ali has just released a pretty funny book about life as a touring All Black. It's called Ali's Book of Tall Tales. He's also on the comeback trail from injury and has resumed training with the Auckland Blues. You can hear his thoughts on the All Blacks plus current and future trends in the game.

RuggaMatrix returns to the United States this week to answer many questions about the head coaching role that will be vacated by Australia’s Scott Johnson. Our man on the spot in New York Bruce McLane gives us the definitive word on the coaching drama and he also debunks many assumptions about USA Rugby. Les Kiss pops up in Limerick as the Ireland national team gathers for their Six Nations camp. The preliminaries are out of the way for the Heineken Cup and this week attention turns the French Top 14 and Ewen McKenzie’s Stade Francais hosting Perpignan. It’s the biggest game in the world this week – 2nd (Stade) v 3rd (Perpignan). All Black star Dan Carter swoops into Paris with Perpignan for a clash that will see a crowd of 80 000 at Stade de France. The panel checks out the Super 14 trial action from across the southern hemisphere. Our special guest star this week is Queensland centre Morgan Turinui. Turinui speaks to the panel on the eve of the Reds departure for New Zealand to play the Auckland Blues in their second Super 14 trial. He’s as sharp as ever and extremely frank about the recent poor record of the Reds. But is the tide about to turn? There’s plenty to look forward to for Queensland supporters in 2009 and Turinui casts his expert eye across his own squad and the rest of the competition. He also reveals a burning desire to get back into the Wallaby squad, hence his re-signing with the Reds for two years.