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Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons host a weekly chat about all things New Zealand rugby, from Super Rugby Pacific, the All Blacks, Bunnings NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, and Super Rugby Aupiki, the team have you covered with unique insight from current pros still in the game.

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The ARP crew break down how the All Blacks got out of jail against Scotland and how England's young stars pose a big threat this weekend.Former England player Brad Shields spins a yarn about Eddie Jones creating life-size card board cutouts of All Blacks before the 2018 test.We get into whether De Jager deserved a full red card and how the Boks scrum dismantled France on their ball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew dive into Tadgh Beirne’s red card, whether Tupaea and Fainga’anuku could be the future All Blacks midfield pairing band what that would mean for Jordie Barrett.They break down whether Scotland will finally knock over the All Blacks, after a couple of close calls, and how the Springboks continue to innovate before their massive showdown against France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s time for the All Blacks and Ireland to go at it again!The ARP crew breakdown where the game will be won and lost. We catch up with Ireland’s kiwi attack coach Andrew Goodman about the Chicago clash, Andy Farrell, Joe Schmidt and Jamison Gibson-Park.In the wake of Jason Holland’s announced departure from the All Blacks attack job, who should replace him and what do teams actually need from an assistant coach? How does coaching instability affect the players?Plus, we talk Bryn’s old flat mate Tom Christie and how he led Canterbury to its 15th NPC title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rugby's most bizarre rules explained! Top ref Ben O'Keeffe joins the ARP crew to give insight into weird and wonderful world of rugby rules, as well as life as a ref.Jip, Ben and Ross also break down the NPC semis and ask whether Otago or Canterbury will win the trophy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew discuss whether the fuss about Dylan Pledger's All Blacks omission is fair.Jippa raises three rules he'd bring in to make rugby even better and we debate who'll make the NPC final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP review the Rugby Championship and where the All Blacks stack up in comparison to the Springboks.Is Quinn Tupaea the long term answer at 13, considering the All Blacks' game plan and where's the best spot for Leicester Fainga'anuku?Why is the Boks' scrum so dominant and why do they dominate second halves more than the other sides?Also, NPC quarterfinals time! Can Counties upset Canterbury and who is the dark horse for the title? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew breaks down whether there's a contender to pass Dan Carter as the greatest 10 if all time. Does rising Boks star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu have what it takes, after his incredible 37 point haul against Argentina?Bryn, Jip and Ross analyse where the All Blacks improved in Bledisloe 1 and how they need to do better at muscling up in Perth.We look at whether getting 7s players, like Jorja Miller, to commit to Aupiki will give the Black Ferns a better chance in the next World Cup.Plus, who buys the coffees when teams meet the refs before games? And which players get the best seat on the plane? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew look into what the All Blacks must change to hold onto the Bledisloe Cup.How much of a difference will Cam Roigard make and what tactics must be used to freshen up the attack?Ross and Bryn catch up with All Blacks cult hero Timoci Tavatavanawai about his nickname "Jimmy the difference," turnovers and his successful move to the midfield this year.We look at whether Argentina can upset the Boks in Durban, how the Black Ferns struggles with the ref ended their Rugby World Cup dreams and the rising star of the NPC, Lucas Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP team breaks down exactly what changed in the second half that led to the Springboks' demolition of the All Blacks. From the courage of the Boks attack to the damning statistics showing NZ's Achilles heel, we deep dive into the All Blacks' record loss..Ross and Jippa look into what the All Blacks must do to fix their scrum with 2015 World Cup winner Charlie Faumuina.Speaking of World Cups, we analyse how the Black Ferns are tracking before taking on nemesis Canada in the semifinals this weekend in England, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew breaks down how the All Blacks coaches out-thought the Boks, as they took first blood at Eden Park.James, Bryn and Ross ask whether the All Blacks were masters of the law book or if they used illegal tactics.They analyse how Black Ferns' kicking and defensive tactics have taken their game to the next level before the RWC quarterfinals, look at the Makos' chances of taking the Shield from Canterbury and Australia's newfound resilience against Argentina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew breaks down which areas will be key for the All Blacks to end their four-match losing streak against the Springboks.We catch up with Jordie Barrett about his Ireland experience, Damian De Allende and the Boks.There's a full analysis of the Black Ferns progress before their vital pool clash against Ireland. Plus, we chat with NZR Head of Women's Development Emily Davidson about the infrastructure being put in place to help build the game at grass roots level.And of course, Southland's big Ranfurly Shield win and their upcoming defense against Canterbury! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The sky is falling in. The All Blacks have lost for the first time in Argentina.The ARP crew asks what needs to change to eliminate the discipline issues, high ball problems and the inability for the midfield to make breaks.With the halfback injury crisis, should the All Blacks call back Aaron Smith as cover?We also break down the Black Ferns' opening performance at the Rugby World Cup and discuss what separates England from the pack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew get to the bottom of how the Wallabies upset the Springboks and talk about how the angry South African side will respond.We talk why the All Blacks kicked it old school when Argentina was pressuring their attack and catch up with openside Du'Plessis Kirifi about his rise, breakdowns and working on the Barrett farm as a kid.Plus, the Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off this weekend, so we talk with Black Ferns co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu about preparations and black eyes before their match against Spain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's Rugby Championship time and ARP gets into who looks best placed for wins! Argentina have beaten the All Blacks three times in recent years. We look into why, as well as breaking down Australia's chances against the Boks. With Richie Mo’unga returning in 2026, we ask whether NZ needs a first choice 10, or whether Scott Robertson should follow Rassie's lead and have a horses for courses approach. Plus, we look at the challenges Rugby 360 faces in getting off the ground. And fun-loving All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa joined the team to chat about having a baby born on All Blacks squad naming day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We get into the skill that new All Blacks halfback Kyle Preston has that no other halfback in NZ can match. How could that change the game for the All Blacks? Why Simon Parker has been selected and who should be picked at loose forward and lock?The boys talk the Wallabies' new abrasive approach will help them beat the Boks and debunk some Lions conspiracy theories.Plus, Black Ferns legend Kelly Brazier joins us to talk returning to the team at 35 for the Rugby World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew dive into the controversial Lions call, analysing it chronologically, one ruck rule at a time! We discuss which players made the biggest impact across all the July tests, as well as which rising stars made their name.Plus, how flooding the breakdown works for the Boks and who to look out for in the NPC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jippa, Bryn and Ross break down where the All Blacks have progressed against France and what needs to be worked on for the Rugby Championship, as well as which players stood up.We also talk to 76 test Wallabies 10 Bernard Foley about where Australia can find a weakness in the Lions and break down the key area where the Boks are so much better than the rest of world rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
SBWCam Roigard is helping revolutionise the All Blacks attack, with a greater focus on his sniping play. We ask whether he'll dethrone Du Pont and JGP as the world's best.SBW joins us to talk his fight against Paul Gallen this week.We break down how the Springboks' epic new tricks plays work and their effects on defense, as well as the evolution of the Boks' back play.We ask where wonderkid Henry Pollock will play in the first test for the Lions against Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ARP crew look into what the All Blacks got right and wrong versus France, whether the Boks wingers are the world's best combo and whether the Aussie defence stands a chance against the Lions.Jippa, Bryn and Ross analyse the trend of running over kicking, with the All Blacks, Springboks and Lions changing the face of test rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Tony Johnson, Bryn Hall and James Parsons as they chat about the outcoming Test Series between the All Blacks & France, plus cover off the latest out of Australia with the Lions tour, Springboks and Under 20s World Cup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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