Podcasts about Piney

Coach Scott Robertson's laying down a challenge to the All Blacks squad with their series against France already in the bag ahead of the third and final test. The hosts have regained the Dave Gallaher Trophy with wins in the opening pair of matches in Dunedin and Wellington. Rugby commentator Tony Johnson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Rugby commentator Tony Johnson on the All Blacks' victory over France. Sports journo Elijah Fa'afiu ahead of the Gallen v Sonny Bill boxing bout. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about The Springboks' prowess, the Warriors' latest win and Sammie Maxwell's victory in Andorra. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sonny Bill Williams has swatted off Paul Gallen's final attempts to get under his skin ahead of their boxing bout in Sydney. The pre-fight press conference for Wednesday's fight eventually sparked into life, with Gallen accusing Williams of drug use and for charging large sums for his community work. Sports journalist Elijah Fa'afiu joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks have reclaimed the Dave Gallaher Trophy with a dominant 43–17 win over France in Wellington. They bounced back from their scratchy first up performance in Dunedin crossing over for 6 tries in a far more clinical performance. Assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined Piney to discuss where the All Blacks improved most from the first test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The shift to 6 for Tupou Vaa'i has led to back-to-back strong performances. He made 13 tackles and scored a try last night in the All Blacks win over France. James McOnie joined Piney to discuss Tupou's performance, and what to make of the Wimbledon final LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Sox have kept their WBSC Men's Softball World Cup hopes alive after securing a walkoff win over the United States. That win was the Black Sox their first Super Round Win. Jerome Raemaki sent the ball out of the park at the bottom of the seventh to bring in three runs and win the game. He joined Piney to discuss his match winning play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant coach Tamati Ellison and James McOnie joined Piney to discuss the latest All Blacks v France test, attack coach Tony Christie joined the show to discuss the Black Ferns' win and how their tracking for the World Cup, and our coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith joins the show to debunk the myth of parents being the problem on the sidelines of kids' sport. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

France have significantly re-worked their line-up for tonight's second test, but All Blacks coach Scott Robertson believes the narrative of them being a B-team has come to an end. Despite missing most of their front-liners, the tourists only suffered a four-point loss in the Dunedin opener. The French have made 10 changes for the rematch in Wellington. Former All Black Victor Vito joined Piney to preview the second clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are in the capitol for their second France clash. They'll be aiming to claim a series win, maintaining their winning momentum from last's week's game in Dunedin. All Blacks great Dane Coles joined Piney ahead of the test to discuss his career, confronting playing style, and what he's up to now he's hung up the boots. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian Horner has been sacked as Red Bull team principal. The 51-year-old had been in the role since 2005, overseeing eight drivers' world championships and six constructors' titles. Founder of the Toyota racing series Barrie Thomlinson joined Piney to discuss what happened behind the scenes at Red Bull that led to his sudden exit. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 12th July 2025, Piney is broadcasting live from Wellington's Shed 22 ahead of the second All Blacks test against France. Former All Blacks Conrad Smith and Victor Vito call in to give their thoughts ahad of the game. Also popping in were Dane Coles and Brad Shields, who chatted about their playing careers. Founder of the Toyota Racing Series Barrie Thomlinson offers his thoughts on what Christian Horner's departure means in the F1 landscape. And Wellington Phoenix players Corban Piper and Isaac Hughes pop in ahead of their match next week against Wrexham. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Shields has had quite an eventful career. He was an under-20 representative for New Zealand, has played 81 games for Wellington, 128 for the Hurricanes, and played for the English international team as well. Shields joined Piney for a chat about his career, and offered his thoughts on the second test between the All Blacks and France. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks managed a scrappy win over France in Dunedin, but they've got some improvements to make ahead of the second clash. The 31-27 victory has left the team with plenty to mull over for the next few days. All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard on the team's first test match of 2025. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disappointment for the Junior Tall Blacks after the side was beaten out by the US in last night's semi-final. The Kiwis were defeated 120-64 by the Americans in a one-sided semifinal in Lausanne. Tall Blacks head coach Judd Flavell joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks have travelled to Wellington with a laundry list of improvements required for the second test against France. The tight 31-27 opening win came after a mountain of opportunities went unconverted by the All Blacks attack, while they shipped three tries to the visitors. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland joined Piney to evaluate the match - and reveal how the team can improve themselves. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One former All Black applauded the team's performance against France - as the side walked away with a narrow 31-27 win. The All Blacks won a late scrum penalty to get out of trouble as the French searched for a match-winning try. Paul Miller joined Piney to weigh in. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors Women are making their grand return to the NRLW, and one player opened up about the switch. 10-test Black Fern Patricia Maliepo joined the side just days after helping the Blues win the Super Rugby Aupiki final for the second straight year. She joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap the latest from the NBA off-season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Piney was joined by the one-and-only James McOnie to recap the All Blacks' win over France, the Māori All Blacks' defeat to Scotland and Diogo Jota's death. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Robertson's first All Blacks team of the season raised a few eyebrows. The team selected to go up against France at Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium features four uncapped players, with a few major names relegated to the reserves. Former All Blacks Captain Taine Randell joined Piney to discuss the selection choices and preview tonight's clash against France. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both teams have their share of debutants in tonight's clash at Forsyth Barr Stadium. On the All Blacks side, both Fabien Holland and Christian Lio Willie are set to make their debuts in front of their home crowd in Dunedin. Tom Donnelly was assistant coach for Otago when the pair made their NPC debuts for the team, and joined Piney to reflect on their journey to the national team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the first All Blacks game of the season kicking off tonight, it's time to take a look back in time. Andrew Hore, former All Black and RWC winner, now a farmer in Otago, joined Piney to reflect on his career and life post-rugby. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 5th July 2025, Piney brings the show to you from Emerson's bar in Dunedin ahead of the All Blacks first test of 2025. Among the names that feature are former All Blacks Jeff Wilson, Tom Donnelly, Taine Randell, and Andrew Hore. Also popping in was para-athlete Adam Hall, who has just been named to his 6th Paralympic games. Matt Lacey, head coach of the Junior Tall Blacks, joins the show to discuss his team's incredible run. And director of sport of Israel-Premier Tech cycling team Sam Bewley previews the Tour de France. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi para-athlete Adam Hall has been selected for a record 6th Paralympic Games. He's off to Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in March. Set to match the achievement of para-athlete and swimmer Graham Condon and parachuter Michael Johnson, he'll be the first Kiwi to appear at six Paralympic Winter Games. He joined Piney to discuss his career and what it means to be selected for the sixth time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Monday, Jason Pine ranks the best and worst sporting moments from the week that was - and everything in between. This week, he talked about the Warriors' latest loss, the Junior Tall Blacks' back-to-back win and Finn Butcher winning gold in Prague. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A career best Formula One finish hasn't completely banished the disappointment of an early season demotion for Liam Lawson. He's come home sixth at the Austrian Grand Prix. That made the Kiwi the best of the Red Bull-backed drivers, including Yuki Tsunoda - who replaced Lawson at Red Bull Racing just two races into the season. Motorsport commentator Bob McMurray joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's concerns for the Warriors' future after Luke Metcalf left the field with an injury. The team's hit a rough spot - with some back-to-back losses for the first time in 2025 after a 26-12 defeat to the Broncos. Former Warrior Motu Tony joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine returns to recap a full day in the world of sport! Highlights for tonight include: Former Warrior Motu Tony on how the team can replace Luke Metcalf following his weekend injury. Motorsport expert Bob McMurray on Liam Lawson's 'career-best' day. Piney's Power Rankings! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Lawson will start sixth at Formula One's Austrian Grand Prix, and is the highest-placed of the four Red Bull-backed cars ahead of both teammate Isack Hadjar and world champion Max Verstappen. For the first time since Saudi Arabia earlier this year, Lawson will start ahead of his Racing Bulls teammate – who was eliminated in the second qualifying session (Q2). Hadjar will start 13th. NZ Herald sportswriter Alex Powell joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mixed martial artist Kai Kara-France wants to use his flyweight title fight this afternoon as a platform for Māori culture. The Kiwi will face Brazilian champion Alexandre "The Cannibal" Pantoja at UFC 317 in Nevada - his second title attempt. Sky Sport UFC analyst Ravinder Hunia joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bevon Jacobs is hoping that sharing a changing room with Indian cricket superstars such as Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah will serve him well for his country. The Auckland batter's the only uncapped player in the 15-man squad for next month's T20 tri-series against South Africa and hosts Zimbabwe. Jacobs was part of the Mumbai squad in the latest edition of the Indian Premier League - in an unusual case of cracking an IPL contract before playing internationally. He joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Piney was joined by the one-and-only James McOnie—broadcaster, wordsmith, and master of the perfectly timed zinger—for a rollicking ride through the world of rugby and rugby league. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps and White Ferns are staring down the barrel of a packed summer schedule, according to a new release from NZ Cricket. New Zealand have released their schedule for the upcoming home summer, with a combined 59 international fixtures for both the men's and women's sides. BYC podcast co-founder Paul Ford joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and New Zealand are set to clash again later this year, this time on the football pitch. The All Whites will be playing the Socceroos in a two-match series for the Soccer Ashes trophy in September. Coach Darren Bazeley joined Piney to discuss the upcoming battle, as well as look ahead to next year's World Cup – an event the All Whites have qualified for. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SailGP will be making waves in Auckland again in 2026. After being omitted from the first announcement of venues for next season, the league has confirmed it will return to the City of Sails on the weekend of February 14-15 next year. The event will be the second of 12 on the calendar and is the last on the global foiling league's initial four-year agreement with New Zealand Major Events to host regattas in New Zealand. The league is now expected to go through a process to explore what is possible in terms of a long-term arrangement in Auckland. Alexandra Corry, SailGP Head of Event for New Zealand, joined Piney for a chat about the announcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand punters will no longer be able to bet with overseas bookmaker under new laws that will come into effect next week. TAB NZ will become the sole legal provider of online sports and racing betting, with a number of politicians saying it could provide a major boost to the nation's betting industry. The law change has made it illegal for offshore operators to accept bets, and have introduced stronger powers to prevent gambling harm. TAB NZ CEO Nick Roberts joined Piney to discuss the changes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several players will be hoping to score a spot on the 35-man All Blacks squad, set to be named on Monday at the Coastal Rugby Club in Taranaki. There's speculation brewing, with plenty of experts outlining their predictions for who will make Scott Robertson's cut. NZ Herald sports writer Liam Napier joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sailing expert Mark Orams believes three-time America's Cup winner Peter Burling will be a huge asset for Luna Rossa, despite being unable to race on the water. Burling has joined the Italian syndicate ahead of the 38th America's Cup, but will be restricted to a shoreline role. Orams joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most anticipated trans-Tasman boxing event of the year is set to take place in the coming weeks. Paul Gallen and Sonny Bill Williams are set to meet in the headline bout of the Mānuka Phuel SBW v Gallen card, looking to put their long feud to rest over the course of eight two-minute rounds. Paul Gallen joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Construction of Christchurch's long-awaited stadium is entering its final stretch, with the venue on track for a 2026 opening. The stadium is set to have capacity for a crowd of 30,000 for sports matches and room for over 37,000 for concerts. Te Kaha project manager Kent Summerfield joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the Super Rugby final, the action from the State of Origin - and offered speculation about possible All Blacks squad picks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs have made it to their third Super Rugby final in as many years, but have failed to win on the biggest stage in their previous two attempts. They look to right those two wrongs tonight as the face the Crusaders in Christchurch to determine the champions of the 2025 Super Rugby Season. Chiefs Fullback Shaun Stevenson joined Piney for a chat ahead of what is his last Chiefs game. He told Piney that the team's taking great confidence in their regular season wins, with the last one being down at the Crusaders' home ground as well. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 21st June 2025, it's all about the Super Rugby Final as Piney brings you the show from the Rockpool Gastropub in Christchurch. Among the names that feature are Chiefs stars Shaun Stevenson and Wallace Sititi. And from the Crusaders side, halfback Noah Hotham, and former title winning captain, Reuben Thorne. And Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley, along with Chiefs CEO Simon Graafhuis and Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge, join the show for a super panel of CEO's ahead of the final. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders have bounced back in a strong way from their disappointing 2024 season. They've made it all the way back to the Super Rugby grand final, where they host the Chiefs in a clash to claim the title. Halfback Noah Hotham joined Piney ahead of the Grand Final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders and Chiefs meet in Christchurch tonight to decide the Super Rugby Pacific final. It's set to be a tough match, with the Chiefs having defeated the Crusaders in both of the games they've played this season. Piney was joined by Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley, as well as Chiefs CEO Simon Graafhuis and Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge ahead of the fated clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders are no strangers to playing on the biggest stage. One of the icons of the Crusaders is 7-time champion and captain of the undefeated 2002 champion team, Reuben Thorne. He joined Piney to discuss what's behind the club's prolonged success. “There was obviously a lot of talented players, there's some outstanding players, but it was the way that we were able to be a team, y'know, true team players.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs' man with the golden boot is finding his feet at the right time as another Super Rugby final looms. First-five Damian McKenzie was instrumental in the Chiefs semi-final win over the Brumbies, scoring 22 points to set up a final with the Crusaders in Christchurch. Chiefs midfielder Daniel Rona joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All Black Daryl Gibson has jumped the fence and taken up a new role - within a different sport. Gibson is set to become the new Chief High Performance Officer for New Zealand Cricket, effective from next month. He joined Piney to discuss what drew him to the role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.