Best Ben Inglis Podcasts (2026)

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Daniel Morgan: 499 Problems, the Crown Ain’t One 1:04:46

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Powdered wigs didn’t win the American Revolution... scarred knuckles did. Host Ben Thompson is joined by David Schmidt, director of The American Revolution with Ken Burns, to tell the story of Daniel Morgan - a frontier brawler who survived 500 lashes, took a musket ball through the face, and learned to fight the British in ways they couldn’t under…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: The exciting promise of 2026 sport 4:48

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Happy New Year! 2026 promises so much, what it delivers though is unknown. That is the glory of sport. Most of us won’t get to attend the Winter Olympics, the FIFA World Cup, Formula One, the All Blacks tour of South Africa, the men's and women’s T20 World Cup, major golf, Grand Slam tennis, the list is endless. We probably won’t get to one or any …

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Petty Officer Robert J Thomas: The Last Bullet Is His. 48:20

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During a brutal Vietnam firefight that spiraled into a forty-five-minute running battle, Robert J. Thomas was shot, shredded by shrapnel, and left barely able to stand. Instead of evacuating, he crawled forward, emptied his pistol into enemy positions, then climbed onto the door gun of a helicopter that had already been hit more than a hundred time…

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Remembering Talos with Ólafur Arnalds & The OPIA Community (Season 10 Finale) 1:36:55

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(Your eyes aren’t deceiving you with the artwork. You can hear part 1 of Remembering Talos here). Surprise! Welcome to the finale of season 10. As 2025 comes to a close, it felt only fitting to welcome back Ólafur Arnalds to the pod. The talk we had back in season 9 has gone on to become a massive favourite of mine, and yeah, it just felt so import…

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Ben Francis: NZ Herald reporter in London chats the latest from the World Darts Championship 9:13

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NZ Herald reporter Ben Francis spoke to Hamish McKay from the World Darts Championship in London to give updates on the most promising players, and the rise in popularity darts is experiencing. "The amount of people that are starting to play darts now is amazing. Darts, if you look at some of the numbers at Sky Sports, and this is in the UK for exa…

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Logan van Beek: Wellington Firebirds player talks being on the verge of the all-time Super Smash wicket taker record 9:21

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Wellington Firebirds all-rounder Logan van Beek joined Hamish McKay to chat about being 11 wickets away from becoming the all-time Super Smash wicket taker ahead of today's 4:25pm game between Wellington and Central Districts. The record is currently held by ex-Cricket player Andrew Ellis who retired from his 18-year career in 2020. "I'll be giving…

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Your Own Truman Show: The Cognitive Biases Keeping You Stuck 1:01:16

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What does your rotten health attitude struggle with most? Mild discomfort is the sneakiest trap. When life is “fine,” change feels unnecessary—until it isn’t. We pull back the curtain on the psychology that keeps people circling quick fixes: the region beta paradox, cognitive dissonance, and the availability heuristic that makes past diets look bet…

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St. Moses the Black: From Outlaw to Saint 1:01:30

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History doesn’t usually leave room for men like St. Moses the Black - a violent outlaw, gang leader, and feared killer who somehow became one of the most respected monks of the early Christian world. His life wasn’t a gentle conversion story. It was brutal, uncomfortable, and earned the hard way through discipline, humility, and blood-soaked conseq…

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Mark Richardson: Former Black Cap previews the days play in the third test against the West Indies 6:59

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It's been an exciting match of test cricket so far at the Bay Oval between the Black Caps and the West Indies. After going into bat first the Black Caps put a mammoth score on the table of 575/8 before declaring spare headed by a 323 opening run partnership between Devon Conway and Tom Latham that nearly lasted the entire first day. Conway top scor…

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Colin Lloyd: Former world number one darts player on the World Darts Championship 6:25

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The PDC World Darts Championship got underway last week and will continue through to the start of January 2026. Colin Lloyd is a former professional darts player who spent nearly two years ranked number 1 in the world. He joined D'Arcy to give a tournament update as it enters week two. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Polly Inglis: White Fern on the North Island v South Island T20 series in Nelson 6:09

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The North v South T20 series is currently underway in Nelson. The competition is a best of three series contested between the top domestic talent in women's cricket across the North Island and South Island regions. The South Island women won the first game on Thursday by 5 wickets, but the North Island side won the second by two runs in a rain affe…

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The Trưng Sisters: When Sisters Ruled an Empire 49:17

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History doesn’t usually begin with two sisters on war elephants — but this one does. In 40 AD, the Trưng Sisters ignited a violent break from Han Dynasty rule, led armies commanded by women, seized more than sixty citadels, and ruled Vietnam as queens for three hard-fought years. In today's episode Ben is joined by Dr. Pat Larish to chart the rise,…

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David Balfe (For Those I Love) on carving life after death 1:16:27

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Nowadays, there’s pressure on artists to produce art that feels broad strokes. Pieces that aren’t specific to a place or time, with the hopes of it reaching the widest audience possible (i.e. the approach of producing “content”). But what happens when an artist does the opposite? When they not only lean into where they’re from, but also unflinching…

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Prue Catton: Auckland Hearts player ahead of the clash against the Northern Brave 5:42

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The fifth round of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield gets underway today. The Auckland Hearts are set to take on the Northern Brave in a top of the table clash that also serves as the first of two matches taking place this weekend. Prue Catton is a player for the Hearts, and she joined D'Arcy for a chat about the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

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Michael Pickens: Speedway driver previews Waikaraka Speedway's Open Wheeler opening weekend 5:56

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It’s the opening weekend for Open Wheelers at Waikaraka Speedway. Midgets, Sprintcars, TQs, and ¼ Midgets are on the cards in what’s set to be an exciting night of racing. Michael Pickens is a long-time speedway driver and joined D'Arcy to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mario Ilich: Auckland City FC Captain ahead of the National League final clash against Wellington Olympic 6:07

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After a long season, we’ve finally reached the business end of the National League. Auckland City FC and Wellington Olympic are set to clash this afternoon in the finals in Wellington, in what promises to be an exciting game. Mario Ilich is the captain of Auckland City, and he joined D'Arcy to preview the match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list…

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Ella Hyatt Brown: Tridents player ahead of the Premier Hockey League final clash against the Falcons 5:26

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Two familiar foes are facing off in this weekend’s finals for the Premier Hockey League. The Tridents and the Falcons are set to clash this afternoon in a rematch of last year’s final, in which the Falcons came away victorious. Ella Hyatt Brown plays for the Tridents and joined D’Arcy to preview the game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Tane Bennett: Tauranga Whai Head Coach ahead of the Tauihi Basketball finals against the Mainland Pouākai 5:27

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It's finals weekend in the Tauihi Basketball competition with the Tauranga Whai travelling down to Christchurch to take on the Mainland Pouākai. The Whai made it through with their 82-76 victory over the Tokomanawa Queens while the Pouākai claimed their spot by defeating the Southern Hoiho 99-92. Tane Bennett is the head coach of the Whai, and he j…

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Sean Bairstow: Breakers shooting guard previews the South East Melbourne Phoenix clash 6:13

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The Breakers are having a bit of a mid-season resurgence. After a rocky start to the season, they’ve now won three games in a row, and will want to keep their streak rolling when they take on the South East Melbourne Phoenix tonight. Breakers shooting guard Sean Bairstow joined D’Arcy to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: T20 insights from a former ICC Chair 3:10

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I was fortunate enough to talk with Greg Barclay this week. Greg Barclay served as the chair of the ICC for four years (2020-2024), a position he also held at NZ Cricket (2016-2020). He now sits on the board of NZ Rugby. It’s fair to say that Greg is very well schooled in the vagaries of our summer game and sport administration in general. Greg als…

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The Taiping Rebellion: The Cult Leader Who Nearly Toppled an Empire 1:15:36

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A failed civil-service exam. A month-long fever dream. And a man who woke up convinced he was Jesus Christ’s Chinese younger brother... This week, Ben teams up with historian and History on Fire host Daniele Bolelli to tell one of the wildest, bloodiest, most unbelievable stories in human history: the Taiping Rebellion, the second-deadliest war the…

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James Sadlier: Beach volleyball competitor on the North Harbour Open 5:41

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There’s an exciting volleyball event taking place just across the Harbour Bridge this weekend – the North Harbour Open. It’s a two-day beach volleyball tournment with national ranking points up for grabs. Competitor James Sadlier was part of the winning duo last year and joined D’Arcy to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Adrian Dale: Cornwall Head Coach on the clash against Parnell, Jeff Crowe Cup 5:34

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The Jeff Crowe Cup has kicked off in Auckland, and there’s a massive game set for this weekend. Unbeaten to start the season, Cornwall is taking on their neighbours in a key early season clash. Adrian Dale is the head coach of Cornwall, and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the game and the season so far. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Rob Loe: Breakers centre ahead of their clash against the Tasmania JackJumpers 5:50

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The Breakers picked up their first consecutive victories this season with their win over the Sydney Kings in Hamilton on Wednesday night. They’re looking to keep the momentum rolling as they return to Spark Arena tonight to face the Tasmania JackJumpers. Breakers centre Rob Loe joined D’Arcy for a chat ahead of the game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio…

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Dan Edwards: Wellington Phoenix Defender previews the Auckland FC clash 5:35

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The Wellington Phoenix have had a rough run in the New Zealand derby thus far, losing all four meetings to Auckland FC. However, they’ll be hoping to change that in tonight’s clash at Mt Smart Stadium – the place they suffered a 6-1 loss to the Black Knights in the final derby last season. Phoenix defender Dan Edwards joined D’Arcy to preview the m…

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Zac Franich: Surf Life Saving GM on the Whangamata Classic 5:25

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The Whangamata Classic is the pinnacle event to start off the Surf Life Saving summer, with lifeguards travelling from all over the country and beyond to take part. Zac Franich is the general manager of sport for Surf Life Saving and he joined D'Arcy to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Hayden Paddon has reignited his rally career 2:42

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Persistence. Talent. Desire. Results. And an unerring belief and love for what you do. Hayden Paddon is back in the World Rally Championship, eight years after last competing at the highest level of the sport. The Kiwi peddler, along with long-time collaborator and navigator John Kennard, has been given a third share of Hyundai’s third entry into n…

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Michael Woud: Auckland FC goalkeeper previews the clash with the Wellington Phoenix 5:57

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It’s a big weekend in football with the second NZ derby of the season kicking off tonight at Mt Smart Stadium. Auckland FC have dominating proceedings, winning all four matches, including a 6-1 demolition job the last time the two sides faced off in Auckland. However, the most recent match, a 2-1 Auckland victory, was a tense contest with the Black…

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Pearl Harbor: The Cook, the Drunks, and the Battleship That Wouldn’t Die 53:15

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On December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor was hit with fire, chaos, and a surprise attack that should have shattered the U.S. Pacific Fleet. Instead, it produced some of the wildest, most unlikely heroes in American history. In this episode, Ben Thompson is joined by Navy veteran and comedian Rob Mayfield to break down the stories of the men who refused to…

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Aneesa Strings on the defiance of self-confidence 57:52

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A major thing that I love about structuring these seasons is how, on the face of it, none of these guests have anything in common. Sure, they’re largely creatives, but they all make different music, come from different cities and countries….in some ways, you couldn’t find people who’re more different. And yet, with this second half of season 10, I’…

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What Is Causing Male Body Dysmorphia? 1:01:04

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What does your rotten health attitude struggle with most? What if the “ideal body” started as a philosophy lesson? We kick off with the Greek blueprint for symmetry and virtue, then fast-forward through Sandow’s stage poses, Steve Reeves’ natural benchmark, and the cinematic spark of Pumping Iron. From there, the story bends: testosterone enters gy…

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Craig Cardwell: Super Saloon racer ahead of the Waikaraka Speedway's reopening 5:23

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The newly redeveloped Waikaraka Speedway is opening this weekend and they’re pulling out all the stops. On the docket are Super Saloons – saloons, stock cars, and of course, fireworks. Super Saloon racer Craig Cardwell joined D’Arcy to preview the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Liv Mackay: Black Foils strategist ahead of the SailGP Grand Final 6:01

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Black Foils skipper Peter Burling has returned to the wheel ahead of the SailGP Grand Final. He's been cleared to return having missed the second training session in Abu Dhabi after cutting his finger while investigating an equipment issue. Burling reclaimed the helm and took a full part in practice racing held overnight. Strategist for the team, L…

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Stacey Waaka: Black Ferns Sevens froward ahead of the World Rugby Women’s Sevens series 5:52

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The World Rugby Women’s Sevens series gets underway this weekend, with the first round taking place in Dubai tonight. Stacey Waaka is a forward for the Black Ferns Sevens side, and she joined D'Arcy to discuss how the team is looking ahead of the season opener. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: GODZONE - peak Kiwi madness 3:53

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GODZONE. Peak Kiwi madness. Currently Chapter 12 of the most berserk race is unfolding in the Marlborough region. This iconic adventure beggars belief. This year's edition, over 615 kilometres, encompasses many disciplines, not a great deal of sleep, and the tyranny of navigation for the four member teams competing, all operating under the intense …

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Dan Hall: Auckland FC defender previews the clash against the Newcastle Jets 5:42

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Auckland FC are back in action tomorrow afternoon, taking on the Newcastle Jets at Mt Smart Stadium. They're looking to put on a stronger performance this week after stumbling to a 1-1 draw against Brisbane, and keep their undefeated start to the season alive. Dan Hall is a defender for Auckland FC, and he caught up with D'Arcy to preview the match…

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Hayden Dickason: Lake Taupo Cycling Challenge director discusses today's event 6:04

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One of the largest cycling events in the country is happening this weekend in Taupo - The Lake Taupo Cycling Challenge. The event is already well and truly underway, with the first cyclists starting at 1.30am this morning. Hayden Dickason is the director of the event, joining D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

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Adam Fairmaid: GODZONE race director on the race underway in Marlborough 5:51

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One of the toughest adventure races is currently underway in Marlborough – the GODZONE event. It’s the 12th chapter of the GODZONE race, which began at 5pm Thursday night, and the first racers aren’t expected to reach the finish line until Tuesday. Adam Fairmaid is the director of the event, and he joined D'Arcy to get everyone up to speed on what'…

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Dan Black on having (another) go at it (Bonus) 1:21:55

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The word “imagination” has been on my mind a lot lately. As creatively invigorating as New York City can be, it, like anywhere else, is susceptible to feeling stifling and drab, especially when stuck in the motions of life. It’s times like these where my mind wanders to other places and other people, like today’s guest, my dear friend Dan Black. I’…

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Alan Shepard: The Original Space Cowboy 55:04

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America’s first astronaut wasn’t just a spaceman — he was a fighter pilot, a rule-breaker, and a straight-up menace to anyone who underestimated him. This week, Ben is joined by space historian Brandon Fibbs to dig into the wild life of Alan Shepard, the hotshot naval aviator who went from strafing enemy ships in WWII to strapping himself into a ti…

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Dan Feist: Ocean Swim Event Director previews the series 5:21

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Time to get your togs on. The Ocean Swim series gets underway this weekend, with the first event taking place in Nelson later today. Dan Feist is the event director, and he caught up with D'Arcy to preview this afternoon’s event and the series as a whole. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mario Illich: Auckland City Captain previews the clash against the Wellington Phoenix Reserves 5:04

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We’re heading towards the business end of the National League Championship, and every game counts in the race to the final. Auckland City are taking on the Wellington Phoenix Reserves this afternoon, in a must win match if they’re to stand a chance in making it to the final taking place in three weeks’ time. Mario Illich is the captain of Auckland …

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George Muir: Tridents player discusses the Hockey Premier League season to date, previews Mavericks clash 5:54

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The Hockey Premier League continues this weekend with a couple of exciting matchups – one of which being the Tridents clash against the Mavericks in Whangarei. George Muir, Black Sticks and Tridents player, caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the season so far and preview their match later today. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Nathan Smith: Black Caps bowler recaps the second ODI against the West Indies, previews the final clash 6:13

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The Black Caps have secured their eleventh straight home ODI series win. In a thrilling ending, they claimed victory over the West Indies in Napier by five wickets. There’s just one more game to go in the series, the Black Caps looking to sweep their opponents and keep the momentum rolling into their next series, beginning in early December. Nathan…

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Steve Corica: Auckland FC Coach previews the A-League clash against the Brisbane Roar 5:50

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Auckland FC return to action this weekend after the international break. They made quite the statement in their last clash, the NZ derby against the Wellington Phoenix, winning 2-1 despite only having nine players on the field. This weekend will see them take on the Brisbane Roar, looking to cement their place at the top of the A-League ladder. Auc…

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Wallace Sititi: All Blacks loose forward previews the All Blacks v Wales clash 5:43

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A revamped All Blacks side have been tasked with ending the year on a high. After a disappointing showing at Twickenham, they’re looking to maintain an almost 72-year unbeaten legacy against Wales on Sunday morning in Cardiff. Elliott Smith caught up with All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi to recap the previous clashes and look ahead to the fi…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: This is not the All Blacks of days gone by 2:19

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Tomorrow morning the All Black 2025 season will be extinguished. Although that is a generous term as the season hardly caught fire. From time to time there was a spark that threatened to ignite the team, bringing forth hell fire, engulfing the opposition, sucking their oxygen, charring them beyond recognition, blazing a trail to victory. But not th…

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Majorian: The Roman Emperor Who Said “Not on My Watch” 1:09:46

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History remembers the fall of Rome as inevitable... but buried in the chaos is one man who almost flipped the script. In today's episode, Ben is joined by Matthew and Matteo of the Lost Roman Heroes Podcast to talk about Majorian. He wasn’t a pampered emperor; he was a frontline warrior who carved his way through enemies and politics alike, determi…

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Last Train return to rock your f$&ing face off! (but in a classy way) 1:00:20

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There’s a lot of swearing within the intro to this episode. Some might say it’s excessive, but what can I say: I fucking love this band, man. Last Train are a rock band of four friends from France who’re making some of the most exciting music I’ve heard in years. Their approach? Learn the rules of rock music and toss them out the window, while also…

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Graeme Lawrence: Former F5000 driver previews the first round taking place this weekend 5:11

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F5000 hits the track this weekend, with the first of four rounds setting off at Mansfield in Fielding. Graeme Lawrence is a former racer in F5000 but still has skin in the game, as his old car is being driven by competitor Anna Collins. Graeme caught up with D'Arcy to preview the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…