Best ALEX DOLAN Podcasts (2025)

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Laurence Pithie: Kiwi Cyclist on taking part in the 2025 Tour de France 6:13

13h ago6:13

6:13

The French are busy this weekend, with the Tour de France kicking off tonight in Lille. 21 stages, 3,338 kilometres, it’s a gruelling test of endurance. Christchurch’s Laurence Pithie has been selected to compete by German team Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe – competing for the first time. The 22 year old is set to become just the 19th New Zealander to co…

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Emily Curtain: Warriors Women halfback ahead of the upcoming season 6:11

15h ago6:11

6:11

It's been nearly five years, but the wait is almost over for the Warriors women who will return to the NRL-W tomorrow afternoon. Their opening match is against the defending champions the Sydney Roosters, with kick off at 1.50pm. Their first home game is next weekend in Hamilton. Starting halfback Emily Curtain joined Nick Bewley ahead of her club …

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Samisoni Taukei'aho: All Blacks hooker ahead of the first test of the season 5:38

16h ago5:38

5:38

Tonight sees the All Blacks face off against France in the first test of the 2025 Season. Hooker Samisoni Taukei’aho has been named as a reserve, and sat down for a one on one with Elliott Smith ahead of the action. They chatted about an injury forcing Taukei’aho out of the game for 2024, and how the birth of his first child impacted his perspectiv…

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Casey Frank: Former Tall Black unpacks the junior team's success at the Basketball World Cup 4:08

17h ago4:08

4:08

New Zealand has surged to an historic quarter-final win against Switzerland at basketball's Under-19 World Cup in Lausanne. Down by six points at halftime, the junior Tall Blacks won 84-70 - the first time they've made the semi-finals of the global event in this age group. The team joins the 2002 Tall Blacks, who came fourth at the world championsh…

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Antonio Shalfoon: Māori All Blacks player ahead of the clash against Scotland 5:16

17h ago5:16

5:16

An international rugby double header is kicking off this afternoon in Whangarei. The Black Ferns are taking on the Black Ferns XV from 1:05, followed by the Māori All Blacks clash against Scotland from 3:35. Antonio Shalfoon is set to make his debut for the Māori side, and joined Nick Bewley for a chat about playing for the team and his unreal 2025…

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Fergus Craig - Helsing, Hot Sauce and Hearing Hey Jude 59:58

2d ago59:58

59:58

Multi-award winning actor, writer and comedian Fergus Craig takes on Bush this week. Who will come out on top working out who or what the British public thinks is the best Van? Go and see it - you can buy tickets here Pre-order his new book, here (affiliate link) To play the quiz every week, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guestimators.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For Guestimato…

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The Bonus Round - Sexiest Tube Lines 19:37

5d ago19:37

19:37

Buy tickets to come and watch Guestimators Live on October 17⁠⁠⁠! No Producer Will this week but Bush and Statman Matt are on hand to rank the London Overground lines by which carries the sexiest passengers, and recount the men in their lives who have typically female names. They also preview this week's quiz, Helsing, Hot Sauce and Hearing Hey Jud…

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The All Star Panel with Jamie Wall and Dean McLachlan: Moana Pasifika, referee abuse, Kai Kara-France 13:22

7d ago13:22

13:22

This week’s panel features Rugby Writer Jamie Wall and Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Dean McLachlan. On the agenda this weekend: Are Moana Pasifika in big trouble? Violence and abuse on the sidelines Kai Kara-France, our next superstar? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ameliaranne Ekenasio: Magic Captain previews their ANZ Premiership clash against the Southern Steel 6:50

8d ago6:50

6:50

The Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic intend to shut down the Southern Steel's tried and tested connections in this afternoon's crucial ANZ Premiership matchup in Invercargill. The hosts have former Tactix teammates Aliyah Dunn and Kimiora Poi, plus Kate and Georgia Heffernan. Both sides are competing for the third playoff spot, with just three rounds to…

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Richard Agar: Warriors Assistant Coach ahead of their clash against the Brisbane Broncos 6:34

8d ago6:34

6:34

The Warriors believe they're striking the Broncos just as the NRL giants are getting their mojo back. The 4th placed Wahs are in Brisbane to tackle the Broncos from five o'clock this evening, knowing the home side has jumped to 7th on the ladder after two much-needed wins. Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar says the six-time premiers are a hard …

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Kurt Eklund: Māori All Blacks Captain ahead of their clash against Japan XV 7:23

8d ago7:23

7:23

The Māori All Blacks are aiming to be both brutal and fleet-footed in tonight's clash against a Japan XV in Tokyo. The match day 23, which features eight newcomers, has only had two trainings amid the travel to Japan after being named on Tuesday. But first-time captain Kurt Eklund wants the team to play in typical Māori fashion, playing with power …

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Bravo Horowhenua Kapiti Rugby Football Union 2:50

8d ago2:50

2:50

Bravo Horowhenua Kapiti Rugby Football Union. The union, along with the full support of all concerned parties, have taken a stand against the scourge of the game. In fact, the scourge of sport full stop. The unprecedented step of postponing an entire weekend of rugby, across all grades, is a case of the mouse that roared. This little provincial uni…

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Kate Dolan - Prophecies, Piercings and Purple Plums 1:11:32

9d ago1:11:32

1:11:32

West Midlands celeb Kate Dolan is at Guestimators HQ this week taking on Bush in the quiz, and Statman Matt for his quizmaster behaviour. And it's a blast. Prophecies, Piercings and Purple Plums is the name of the quiz, and fruits colours, belly button piercings and zombie apocalypses are just a taste of the conversations it triggers. Go and see Ka…

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The Bonus Round - Foam Party Special 18:22

12d ago18:22

18:22

Buy tickets to come and watch Guestimators Live on October 17⁠⁠! Bush has never been to a foam party...and wants to know ALL THE DETAILS about how, what and why. So Statman Matt and Producer Will fill him in, as well as previewing this week's quiz, Prophecies, Piercings and Purple Plums. Remember, to take part in our Golden Question you need to be …

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The All Star Panel with Nathan Limm and Ross Bond: Crusaders v Chiefs, Warriors v Panthers, Auckland City FC 15:57

14d ago15:57

15:57

This week’s panel features Nathan Limm and Ross Bond. On the agenda this weekend: The Crusaders and Chiefs are clashing for the Super Rugby Pacific title The Warriors are facing an underpowered Panthers team Is Auckland City FC facing humiliation on the world stage? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad: Warriors Fullback ahead of the clash against the Penrith Panthers 7:35

15d ago7:35

7:35

The Warriors aren't underestimating an understrength Penrith Panthers line-up in today's NRL showdown at Mt Smart. The four-time defending champions are without their State of Origin reps, with travel difficulties from Perth not allowing them to play. Warriors assistant coach Stacey Jones says even without the likes of Nathan Cleary and Isaiah Yeo,…

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Tia Winikerei: Northern Mystics Head Coach ahead of the clash against the Magic 6:23

15d ago6:23

6:23

The Mystics aren't fretting about a short turnaround between ANZ Premiership matches. The northerners pipped the Magic on Monday to maintain second place on the ladder, and the defending champs meet the same opponent in Hamilton this afternoon. Mystics Head Coach Tia Winikerei joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystud…

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David Hill: Chiefs Assistant Coach previews the Super Rugby Pacific Final against the Crusaders 6:11

15d ago6:11

6:11

The Chiefs are confronting their unwanted record in Super Rugby finals ahead of tonight's decider against the Crusaders in Christchurch. Defeats to tomorrow night's hosts in 2021 and 2023 as well as a loss to the Blues last year paint an ugly picture for the visitors. However, the team won both of their regular season contests comfortably, and are …

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Burling's shift to Luna Rossa is a kidney punch to Team NZ 2:58

15d ago2:58

2:58

What a blackeye for Grant Dalton. Peter Burling's move to Luna Rossa says so much about their relationship, or the strained nature of it at least. It was a shock when Peter elected to walk away from negotiations with Team NZ, a bigger shock that he’s now tied his colours to the mast of Luna Rossa’s AC75. His exact role is not yet known, to us anywa…

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Sevu Reece: Crusaders Wing previews the Super Rugby Pacific final against the Chiefs 6:47

15d ago6:47

6:47

The Crusaders are wary of losing momentum in tonight's Super Rugby final showdown against the Chiefs in Christchurch. The Chiefs had a points differential of plus 231 after the regular season, more than 120 points better than any other team. Crusaders wing Sevu Reece joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Viewpoint 34: Kerry Gospel 20:27

15d ago20:27

20:27

Original Episode: Ep 034 - Maj Kerry Gospel from 10th March 2023. In this Viewpoint: Kerry discusses his decision to leave the British Army, acknowledging that the opportune moment for departure had arrived. He subsequently shares his transition back to civilian life, finding his feet with different jobs before settling on a career helping veterans…

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Alex Franklin - Loafs, Lovers and Lifelong Legends 56:09

16d ago56:09

56:09

Critically-acclaimed comedian and performer Alex Franklin joins Bush, Statman Matt and Producer Will at Spotify's London HQ this week. And she will be taking Loafs, Lovers and Lifelong Legends and seeing whether she can do better than Bush in predicting what the British public think is the best bread. And other equally ridiculous questions. Go and …

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The Bonus Round - Grand Theft Orbison 21:26

20d ago21:26

21:26

Buy tickets to come and watch Guestimators Live on October 17⁠! Why did Roy Orbison drive all night? What's the best naan bread? And what's the best piece of "school weaponry"? Bush, Statman Matt and Producer Will cover A LOT of ground this week as they preview this week's quiz, Loafs, Lovers and Lifelong Legends. Remember, to take part in our Gold…

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The All Star Panel with Hamish McKay and Aiden Mclaughlin: Mark Robinson's resignation, Super Rugby Finals format, Sonny Bill Williams v Paul Gallen 8:13

22d ago8:13

8:13

This week’s panel features Gold Sport Rugby Commentator Hamish McKay and Aiden Mclaughin. On the agenda this weekend: Mark Robinson’s calling it time The Super Rugby Finals format SBW v Paul Gallen - What's going on? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Lisa Mather: Stars midcourter ahead of their ANZ Premiership clash against the Steel 6:48

22d ago6:48

6:48

The Stars are determined to fix their starts as they look to rectify consecutive thrashings in the ANZ Premiership. The South Auckland-based side host the Steel at Pullman Arena this afternoon. They're coming off 21 and 17-goal hidings at the hands of the Magic. Stars midcourter Lisa Mather says they have to come out hot. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudi…

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Blood Diamond: World kickboxing champion ahead of what may be his final King in the Ring bout 6:39

22d ago6:39

6:39

Multiple World kickboxing champion and UFC veteran, Blood Diamond is intent on writing the final chapter of his storied combat career by taking his third King in the Ring Crown this weekend at Auckland’s EventFinda stadium. The 110-fight veteran has built a legendary career that includes multiple world titles, UFC appearances, and two King in the R…

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Stephen Larkham: Brumbies Coach ahead of the Super Rugby semifinal against the Chiefs 8:10

22d ago8:10

8:10

Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham admits Super Rugby Pacific's final-four playoffs stage remains their Achilles heel heading into tonight's semifinal with the Chiefs in Hamilton. The Canberra side have lost four consecutive semis in Aotearoa, and haven't made a final since 2013. Larkham's been asked if they've learned from those experiences. The winne…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Rugby Editor reviews the Super Rugby semifinal between the Blues and the Crusaders 5:20

22d ago5:20

5:20

The Blues are coming to terms with their title defence being over after the 21-14 semi-final defeat to the Crusaders in Christchurch. The Crusaders will host either the Chiefs or Brumbies next weekend in the decider, after absorbing a ferocious Blues performance. The home side trailed 14-nil early and then were forced to park up at their own try-li…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Test cricket is increasingly becoming a side show 3:03

22d ago3:03

3:03

The World Test Championship final is heading for quite the finish. As we sit, South Africa needs 69 runs to get their hands on the Mace, still the coolest trophy in sport. This means the game will actually get to day 4, a triumph in itself after the first two days where wickets tumbled with T20-like regularity, the game devolving into a war of attr…

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Sophie Garrad - Milk, Months and Morning Match-Ups 48:57

23d ago48:57

48:57

Comedian and actor Sophie Garrad is our Celebrity Guestimator this week, and everyone is a bit giddy after a heavy weekend. Which all makes for a brilliant podcast! See whether Sophie can defeat Bush in this week's quiz, whose questions include trying to guess which item the British public thinks they are constantly buying a replacement for. Go and…

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Ep 057: Sgt Ben Gallagher - Special Forces (UKSF) Communicator Veteran 3:01:47

25d ago3:01:47

3:01:47

Ben enlisted in the British Army in 2005, joining the Royal Corps of Signals. During the course of 16 years of service, Ben attained the rank of Sergeant (Sgt). In this episode, Ben recounts his journey into the British Army, detailing the training phases he underwent before joining his first unit. He deployed to Afghanistan soon after, which marke…

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The Bonus Round - Cheese Sandwich, Soreen, Sparkling Water 17:20

26d ago17:20

17:20

Buy tickets to come and watch Guestimators Live on October 17! Bush, Statman Matt and Producer Will are back from their travails and we finally get to find out what Bush's Meal Deal combination of choice is. They also preview this week's quiz, Milk, Months and Morning Match-Ups. Round 1: Item you feel you're constantly buying a replacement for Roun…

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The All Star Panel with Paul Allison and Alex Powell: Rob Walter named as the new Black Caps coach, Super Rugby playoffs, Yuki Tsunoda 11:25

28d ago11:25

11:25

This week’s panel features Paul Allison and Alex Powell. On the agenda this weekend: The new Black Caps coach has been named Rising complaints over the Super Rugby playoffs format Red Bull is giving Yuki Tsunoda time and support - something they didn't give Liam Lawson LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Liana Leota: Southern Steel assistant coach ahead of their clash against the Tactix 7:19

28d ago7:19

7:19

The Southern Steel are looking to redeem themselves after last week’s ANZ Premiership fixture. They were defeated by the Pulse, falling 45-70 in Invercargill. Assistant Coach Liana Leota joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Adrian Choat: Blues flanker ahead of the Super Rugby clash against the Chiefs 6:43

29d ago6:43

6:43

The Blues will be fighting to get four of their departing players another week in the jersey when they battle the Chiefs in the Super Rugby playoffs tonight in Hamilton. Mark Tele'a, Ricky Riccitelli, Harry Plummer and Adrian Choat are all leaving after this season. Choat says the team's fully aware of what's at stake. He told D’Arcy Waldegrave the…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: The criticisms of the Super Rugby Pacific finals structure are fascinating 2:44

29d ago2:44

2:44

I’m fascinated by the accelerated criticisms around the finals structure of Super Rugby Pacific. Granted, the process is not perfect. The matches could have been ordered in manner that may avoid the probability that the Hurricanes-Brumbies encounter result will be essentially of little import. The nature of qualification where a life is offered to …

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Xavier Roe: Chiefs scrum-half ahead of the Super Rugby clash against the Blues 6:01

29d ago6:01

6:01

Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan says they can't afford to take the Blues lightly in today’s Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final in Hamilton. The Chiefs beat the Blues twice this season, although their previous meeting was a one-point win. McMillan feels they can't read much into the Blues' recent form but acknowledges the threat of the defending cha…

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator reviews the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Crusaders and the Reds 8:19

29d ago8:19

8:19

The Crusaders' home Super Rugby playoff winning record has been extended to 30 consecutive games after a comfortable 32-12 win over the Queensland Reds in Christchurch. The hosts ran in five tries to two and held the Reds scoreless for 70 minutes. The result secures the Crusaders a home semifinal next week. Commentator Tony Johnson joined D’Arcy Wa…

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Dom Joly - Pumps, Pastilles and Price of a Pint 1:05:34

1M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

Multi-award-winning comedian, travel writer and TV legend Dom Joly is in the quiz hotseat this week and you are in for a TREAT. See how he gets on guessing what the British public thinks is the best-tasting colour of sweet, and more nonsense questions. Dom is bringing Trigger Happy back for a live show this autumn, and you can buy tickets here. To …

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109 - Civil War 1: Breakdown 1:49:20

1M ago1:49:20

1:49:20

Part 1 of 3 of Caesar's Civil War series. The die is cast—Caesar crosses the Rubicon and plunges Rome into civil war. In this episode: The political crisis of 51-50 BCE as Caesar's enemies demand his recall from Gaul Curio's shocking defection and proposal that both Caesar and Pompey lay down arms The breakdown of negotiations and Pompey's fateful …

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The Bonus Round - Tesco Meal Deals 24:32

1M ago24:32

24:32

What's the most popular Tesco Meal Deal combination, and what's Joe Swash's favourite? Statman Matt and Producer Will have a special quiz for you on this week's Bonus Round, before previewing the weekly quiz: Round 1: What colour delivers the best tasting sweet Round 2: What everyday gripe is most annoying Round 3: Minimum pairs of footwear you cou…

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The All Star Panel with Michael Burgess and Lavina Good: Run it Straight, violence against referees, Gary Stead's legacy 14:12

1M ago14:12

14:12

This week’s panel features NZ Herald Sports Journalist Michael Burgess and Sports Commentator Lavina Good. On the agenda this weekend: Is the 'Run it Straight' style game a stain on society? Violence against referees in local rugby. What will Gary Stead's legacy be once he fully retires? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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Jim Dolan: Australian Correspondent on the Waratahs and Super Rugby, NRL, World Test Championship 6:00

1M ago6:00

6:00

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan gives us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. The Waratahs are still in with a chance - how? Everyone is talking about the players who aren't playing in the NRL The Aussies need someone to score some runs ahead of the World Test Championship. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Michaela Sokolich-Beatson: Northern Mystics Captain ahead of their ANZ Premiership clash against the Tactix 5:36

1M ago5:36

5:36

The Northern Mystics expect to take on a mirror image of themselves when they battle the Mainland Tactix in their ANZ Premiership netball game in Rangiora this afternoon. The Mystics are unbeaten after three rounds and top-of-the-table with nine points, while the Tactix are second on seven points. Captain Michaela Sokolich-Beatson points to depth a…

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Craig Gabriel: Tennis Correspondent on the third round of the French Tennis Open 5:35

1M ago5:35

5:35

Defending champion Iga Swiatek has powered into the last 16 of the French Tennis Open with a straight sets win over Romania's Jaqueline Cristian. World number one Aryna Sabalenka, Jasmine Paolini, Qin-Wen Zheng, and Elena Rybakina are also through. Tennis Correspondent Craig Gabriel joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the results of the third round…

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Tony Johnson: Sky Sport Rugby Commentator on the final round of Super Rugby Pacific 7:54

1M ago7:54

7:54

The Crusaders have clinched the second seed in Super Rugby Pacific after a thrilling 33-31 win over the Brumbies in Canberra. Trailing 31-28 with seven minutes remaining, replacement hooker George Bell dotted down in the 77th minute to snatch victory. Sky Sport Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the final round of Su…

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Josh Fusitu'a: Blues player previews the Super Rugby clash against the Waratahs 7:31

1M ago7:31

7:31

A home farewell for a quintet of Blues players in tonight's Super Rugby contest against the Waratahs at Eden Park. Mark Tele'a, Harry Plummer, Ricky Riccitelli, and Adrian Choat are leaving the franchise to head offshore, while Rieko Ioane goes on sabbatical in Ireland. The defending champions host the Waratahs tonight at Eden Park, needing a win a…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Combat sports' contributions to the Darwin Awards 3:18

1M ago3:18

3:18

The recent explosion of side-show violence masquerading as sport and the associated media coverage has been quite the eye opener. Basically, it's a Darwin Award trilogy. Combat sports’ way of contributing to the awards which recognize individuals who have aided human evolution by removing themselves from the gene pool by dying or becoming sterilize…

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Daliso Chaponda - Fish, Fights, and Fold then Flush 47:43

1M ago47:43

47:43

Comedian and writer Daliso Chaponda takes on Bush this week - can he guess how many sheets of toilet paper the British public uses in a typical "setting"?There are also rounds on the best item you can buy in a Fish & Chip shop, and which number between 0 and 9 would win in a fight. Go and see Daliso live and see when his new book is out by keeping …

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The Bonus Round - The Hands-Free Wee 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

Statman Matt delivers a shocking revelation this week about his public toilet etiquette as he, Bush and Producer Will preview this week's quiz and Celebrity Guestimator. Round 1: Best single item at a Fish & Chop shop Round 2: Which number from 0-9 wins in a fight Round 3: Number of sheets of toilet paper used in a "usual sitting" Golden Question: …

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