Test legend Aaron Mauger joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe in studio this week! Mauger lets us in on the All Blacks perspective on the tackle that ended Brian O'Driscoll's 2005 Lions Tour. Marshy and Mauger compare two of the greatest All Blacks to have ever played, in Andrew Mehrtens & Dan Carter. Plus, Mauger lets us in on some of the unique pre season missions from his days with the Crusaders under Robbie Deans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former All Black Justin Marshall and Wallaby James O'Connor join Andy Rowe to give their thoughts on some of the major highlights of the latest Super Rugby and Six Nations rounds. Marshall makes an early season call on a player he thinks could take the All Blacks to the next level. While O'Connor explains why he think Marcus Smith could light up the Lions backline! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We wrap up the 2024 Rugby Championship with Marshy & JP putting together the best XV from this year's tournament. We review the matches from the weekend, including the Wallabies improvements, the All Blacks new strengths and another piece of silverware for the Springboks. Plus the lads discus their best streaking stories! The Rugby Championship 1st XV, Fraser McReight the BEST 7 in the World? Best Streaker Stories & More! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/gbranz Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former All Blacks record points scorer Andrew Mehrtens is back with his old mate Marshy, joining the GBRANZ team in studio this week. Mehrts talks us through his illustrious career, including: Bursting on the scene during Canterbury's Ranfurly Shield era of the mid 90s.The 1995 Rugby World Cup final in South Africa.Getting the ball to Jonah Lomu as quickly as possible.Controversially pulling the fingers at Loftus.And of course, grooming Dan Carter to fill his boots! Plus we discus some of the key talking points from the week's Rugby Championship round. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/gbranz Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Wallaby Justin Harrison is coming in hot and the lads are feeling the heat, especially Marshy!!! We start by unpacking whether or not Justin Harrison eye-gouged Justin Marshall during a Bledisloe Cup test match. Then we dig into the Harrison's childhood, playing for the Barbarians, the 2003 RWC final, almost being eating by crocodiles, his fight with Filipo Levi and the significance of the Bledisloe Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads unpick the All Blacks and Wallabies results, and discuss why Cheslin Kolbe is better the Antoine Dupont. Marshy makes some big calls on changes for the All Blacks and we break down what makes the Springboks so dominant right now. Then we unpick what went wrong for the Wallabies and how they can bounce back for the Bledisloe! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/gbranz Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Find out why Justin Marshall is so excited about the All Blacks loss and hear why Jeremy Paul thinks the Wallabies have one finger on the Bledisloe Cup! We break down the good and the bad from New Zealand's loss at Ellis Park and the Wallabies win in Argentina. Would a captain's challenge prevent howlers from the TMO like the one we all saw in Johannesburg? Plus, hear how former All Blacks prop Kees Meeuws saved the life of a Wallabies player during the Rugby World Cup. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/gbranz Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Leon Macdonald’s Departure Going to Help the All Blacks? Why the Wallabies are Struggling & More! Reacting to Leon Macdonald’s Shock Departure from the All Blacks + Previewing this Weekend’s Matches Reacting to Leon Macdonald’s Shock Exit from the All Blacks, Why the Wallabies are Struggling & More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the greatest players of all time, Christian Cullen, joins the GBRANZ team in studio this week! Fresh from a round of golf with Marshy, Cullen talks us through some of the biggest moments of his career, including: His miraculous introduction to the world at the Hong Kong sevens.Playing alongside Jonah Lomu.Scoring a hat trick in his first test for the All Blacks.That try against the Wallabies.And, he runs through his pick of the current crop of test fullbacks playing around the world. We're in Australia next week and JP has a big guest lineup, so don't miss out, make sure you hit the follow button! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks legend Israel Dagg joins the GBRANZ team in studio this week! The Rugby World Cup winner candidly opens up on some of the key moments that contributed to his successful career, including: His epic first test try for the All Blacks.Getting told off by Sir Steve Hansen after scoring the match-winner in South Africa.Almost going down the wrong path growing up.Playing a World Cup blinder after getting blind drunk.And, he also lets us know what changes he'd make to the current All Blacks team. Don’t miss out on any of the action...We've got another huge guest next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The GBRANZ team is thrilled to welcome their first guest to the studio, All Blacks fly-half Richie Mo'unga!  In this exclusive episode, the mercurial number 10 sits down with us to share his insights and experiences, covering a wide range of topics: His ambitions with the All Blacks.The special bond with Head Coach Razor Robertson.Life and rugby in Japan.The Rugby Championship.And Marcus Smith! Don’t miss out on any of the action...Our second episode will be dropping next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, World Cup-winning Wallaby Jeremy Paul, and kiwi podcaster Andy Rowe team up for GBRANZ: Bringing you the latest rugby news, stories, and much more from Down Under. The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, the biggest podcast in the world, just got bigger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GBRANZ is back for 2025 - just in time for the kick off of the new Super Rugby season! James O’Connor joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to discuss his recent viral clip at McDonalds and life in New Zealand, why he decided to join the Crusaders, and the upcoming Super Rugby schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England beating Argentina, South Africa going back to back and the World Rugby Awards all get covered off in depth from the boys back in the studio. There has also been the small matter of Eddie Jones leaving the Wallabies and the boys share their thoughts on that saga as well. Finally the usual segments return for a final time with the ‘Throuples Treble’ thanks to Dabble, the quiz with Four N Twenty and Big RochBallz’ tiny queries all featuring. Enjoy the show and it’s goodbye from us…for now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australia's hottest throuple (and Prof) returning for one final time from the city of love, Paris. The awesome foursome look back at the two semi finals from the French capital and get their teeth stuck into this weekend, the battle for 3rd place between Argentina and England, and of course the final between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Of course the usual segments return with another successful treble thanks to Dabble, the quiz with Four N Twenty goes off and Big RochBallz has some tiny queries on Eddie Jones. The boys will be back with Ruggy Elsom next week for a special final show of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys have had their first weekend together watching some epic finals rugby in France and there is plenty to talk about. GBRA review all the action from both games in Paris and Marseille as well as looking ahead to some mouth watering semi final clashes this weekend. In between the regular segments are back including a very successful Throuples Treble thanks to Dabble and of course the return of the Four 'N Twenty quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been a tough month apart but the gang are back together and doesn’t it feel good. GBRA are on tour and the first stop is the old stomping ground of Drew and Gits in Toulon. Mathieu Basteraud joins to tell stories of them all together back in the day and the boys cover off all the World Cup news, including the Wallabies shock group stage exit from the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GRBA is back with Prof and Swoop in the studio and Gits dials in alongside Drew after landing safely in France. The team rebrand to GBRF as we go full Fijian with their former captain and current giant Nemani Nadolo joining the guys at HQ, as does Wallabies super fan Wildkard. Finally Stirling Mortlock dials in from London as well to talk about the Wallabies failures and cover off anything else that comes into his wonderfully weird brain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s only gone and happened again. The GBRA boys record the show just minutes after the huge Wallabies defeat to Wales. Matt Burke joins to chat through that game, others from the weekends and shares stories of happier times in the gold jersey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The one you’ve been waiting for as the team are joined by Jeremy Paul to dissect the Australia loss to Fiji and look at all the other second round games. JP shares stories from the 1999 RWC win, times with Eddie Jones and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Wallabies captain and rugby’s weirdest legend Stirling Mortlock joins the boys in the studio to talk about the fantastic opening weekend at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and Drew dials in from St Etienne with plenty of stories from his time France! GBRA Cruise - https://www.infinitysportstravel.com/gbr Let's get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbadrugb...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadrugbyausTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodBadRugbyAus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back after popular demand and they have a lot to catch up on. The team look back at all the RWC warm up games and talk everything Eddie Jones from his surprising Wallabies squad to his wild press conference. We also hear about Drew and Darcie’s Christmas in July and we end with a quiz all about Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The season finale is here and it’s an epic. DC joins the boys and they talk about all things both on and off the field. The Gbrazzers also talk about ‘The Race That Disappointed A Nation’ and there’s a special guest joins the gang in the studio. GBRA Cruise - https://www.infinitysportstravel.com/gbr Let's get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbadrugb...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadrugbyausTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodBadRugbyAus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s our season finale, so World Cup Winner Jeremy Paul is back with All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and host Andy Rowe. This week we take a look at how coach Joe Schmidt has turned around the Wallabies. Marshy gives his thoughts on what Australia can do now to go to the next level, while JPs confidence is sky high ahead of the Lions tour down under in 2025! GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel Bay to bring you the Northern Tour, with their new Gourmet Breakfast Beef Sausage Patties, the perfect pairing for those early games.  More information on their delicious meat patties can be found here www.angelbay.com/breakfast Download the SAILY app - use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. 00:00 Intro 05:17 2024 World Rugby Players of the Year 10:23 GBRANZ & Saily  12:44 Wallabies Northern Tour Review 25:45 How do Wallabies get to the next level? 32:25 Wallabies Debutants (Tane Edmed) 37:25 GBRANZ & Angel Bay 38:48 Season Finale Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a BIG weekend in Melbourne the boys are back in the studio to chat through the final round of The Rugby Championship and even invited All Black legend and our French based RWC correspondent Andrew Mehrtens to talk about that game and so much more. As ever there are big updates on 'The Race That Disappoints The Nation’, our five star reviews and of course Darcie, as well as a rucking good trivia all about 2002. GBRA Cruise - https://www.infinitysportstravel.com/gbr Let's get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbadrugb...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadrugbyausTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodBadRugbyAus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The throuple keep delivering on the big name guests and this week it is Argentina coach Michael Cheika who has a chat with the guys down at Coogee Oval. Cheik is riding high after a famous Los Pumas win over Australia and they talk all things 'Tahs, Wallabies and everything in between. The boys also talk us through their return to rugby as they laced up their boots for the Queanbeyan Whites and Win The Day charity. GBRA Cruise - https://www.infinitysportstravel.com/gbr Let's get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbadrugb...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadrugbyausTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodBadRugbyAus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GBRA Cruise - https://www.infinitysportstravel.com/gbr The huge name guests keep flying in and this week it’s the Wallabies co-captain Michael Hooper who joins the boys in the studio. We dissect the Wallabies defeat to Argentina, reflect on Hoops’ career and Swoop demonstrates how to perform the perfect tackle. Don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The GBRA boys are back and have got another huge guest, this week it’s Springbok legend Bryan Habana. This week they look back on the first round of The Rugby Championship, share stories from their time together at the Barbarians and try to keep Gits away from the Mai Tai bar. Let's get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbadrugbyaus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadrugbyausTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodBadRugbyAus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup winning Springboks captain John Smit joins former All Black Justin Marshall and host Andy Rowe this week. Smit and Marshall reveal details of their infamous special forces pre World Cup training camps. We dig into the impact Eddie Jones had on the 2007 champions and John Smit gives us some amazing stories from his relationship with Nelson Mandela. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel Bay to bring you the Northern Tour, with their new Gourmet Breakfast Beef Sausage Patties, the perfect pairing for those early games.  More information on their delicious meat patties can be found here www.angelbay.com/breakfast Download the SAILY app - use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase. 00:00 Intro 06:20 John Smit on Springboks 2003 World Cup Training Camp 10:46 Justin Marshall on All Blacks 1999 World Cup Training Camp 17:39 The effectiveness of training camps 21:33 John Smit on 2007 Rugby World Cup 24:17 GBRANZ & Angel Bay 27:48 John Smit on Eddie Jones coaching at the Springboks 34:02 John Smit on 2007 Rugby World Cup Final 36:45 John Smit on 1995 Rugby World Cup 41:55 John Smit on meeting Nelson Mandela 45:01 GBRANZ & Saily 47:10 John Smit on Barney’s Army (John Smit Foundation) 50:17 John Smit on winning the 2007 Rugby World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wallabies legend George Gregan joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe to recap the latest action from the Northern Tour, including the All Blacks' narrow loss to France and the Wallabies' new-found form. The lads discuss the impact of Joseph Suaalii on the Wallabies, as well as some of the best stories from NRL converts to rugby union in both Australia and New Zealand. We also look at Antonie Dupont's performance, the impact of red cards, delays slowing down games, what's happening with Wales, and so much more. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel Bay to bring you the Northern Tour, with their new Gourmet Breakfast Beef Sausage Patties, the perfect pairing for those early games.  More information on their delicious meat patties can be found here www.angelbay.com/breakfast EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/goodbadrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! 00:00 Intro 01:12 Wallabies Grand Slam hopes 09:13 George Gregan on Joseph Suaalii  10:44 George Gregan on Rob Valetini  12:21 GBRANZ talk rugby league converts 23:03 GBRANZ & NordVPN 25:21 GBRANZ on Tom Wright 29:25 GBRANZ talk Red Cards 34:15 Game Review: France v All Blacks (Northern Tour) 40:33 Gorge Gregan on Antoine Dupont  43:52 GBRANZ & Angel Bay 45:34 Game Preview: Scotland v Australia (Northern Tour) 51:07 Game Preview: All Blacks vs Italy (Northern Tour) 54:18 Game Preview: South Africa vs Wales (Northern Tour) 54:11 Game Preview: Wales v South Africa (Northern Tour) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks great Sean Fitzpatrick joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe for a conversation covering his career and what he’s up to now in the UK. Sean discusses his involvement with the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, giving us an insight into how they’re using sport to change children’s lives. We look at how the All Blacks fell out of favour with the New Zealand public and then how they won them back in 1987! Plus, we get the lads thoughts on the pivotal games from the Northern Tour, including the Wallabies Grand Slam!!! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/goodbadrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! 00:00 Intro 04:05 Sean Fitzpatrick on Laureus Sport For Good Foundation 15:27 Game Review: England v Australia (Northern Tour) 21:39 GBRANZ & Angel Bay 22:23 Game Review: Ireland v New Zealand (Northern Tour) 26:40 Sean Fitzpatrick on the Cavaliers 33:23 Sean Fitzpatrick on being billeted 36:19 Sean Fitzpatrick on 1987 World Cup Final 41:31 GBRANZ & NordVPN 43:59 Game Preview: France v New Zealand (Northern Tour) 48:00 Justin Marshall on Colin ‘Pinetree’ Meads 55:05 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week World Cup winning All Blacks legend Zinzan Brooke joins Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe in studio, in London. Zinzan and Justin share a few stories from their time together in the Black jersey, before Zinny opens up on just how close he came to signing a contract to play rugby league! Plus, we take a look at the win over England, preview the All Blacks test against Ireland, the Wallabies match against England and South Africa's opener with Scotland. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel Bay to bring you the Northern Tour, with their new Gourmet Breakfast Beef Sausage Patties, the perfect pairing for those early games. Check out our social media to enter in the draw to win an amazing prize pack, with $450. More information on their delicious meat patties can be found here www.angelbay.com/breakfast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads are back for the Northern Tour ahead of this weekend's opening test between the All Blacks and England! Marshy gives us his thoughts on halfback Cam Roigard and how much of a loss Alex Mitchell is to England's game plan. The lads discuss English fans singing over the haka and JP explains himself after picking the Wallabies to win a grand slam. GBRANZ are stoked to be partnering with Angel Bay to bring you the Northern Tour, with their new Gourmet Breakfast Beef Sausage Patties, the perfect pairing for those early games. Check out our social media to enter in the draw to win an amazing prize pack, with $450. More information on their delicious meat patties can be found here www.angelbay.com/breakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Darren Shand managed the All Blacks for 20 years and takes us inside one of the most successful eras of a sports teams ever. We discuss the logistics of taking the All Blacks on tour, calling to tell players they've made the squad and Marshy even tells us what he said to Graham Henry when he was told he might not make the team. Plus Darren opens up on interviewing Graham Henry and Robbie Deans for the top job, while JP lets us know what he said to the Queen to get kicked out of Buckingham Palace. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/gbranz Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is Will Jordan like you've never seen him before. You've seen him score tries, now listen to him explain how he does it! Jordan has scored in almost every game he's played for the All Blacks but in this episode you'll hear his thought process and strategy that gets him in position to strike. We also break down how the All Blacks planned and plotted to take down Ireland in one of the most intense test matches ever played at the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou joins former All Black Justin Marshall, former Wallaby Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe from Sydney this week! Taniela tells some hilarious stories about facing test props Joe Marler, Ox Nché & Joe Moody. We get an amazing insight into his childhood growing up in Tonga and why he chose Australia over New Zealand. Plus we look ahead to the his possible inclusion to face the Lions in couple of months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former All Blacks coach Brad Mooar joins Justin Marshall, James O'Connor & Andy Rowe. Brad talks us through how he reacted to losing his role as the New Zealand assistant coach, working alongside Gregor Townsend and Finn Russell with Scotland and he gives us his thoughts on Wales rugby! Brad Mooar has been heavily linked with a return to Wales to take over the head coaching role vacated by Warren Gatland, he gives us the honest truth about where he stands on the position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wallabies openside flanker Fraser McReight joins the lads for a chat on his way to Reds training. James O'Connor talks us through how he ended up on another players' highlights real, after being stepped cold during the Crusaders win over the Drua. Justin Marshall breaks down the Chiefs and Blues victories, while James talks us through who he thinks is in line to play 10 for the Wallabies against the British & Irish Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phil Kearns, a two-time World Cup winner and Australian Hall of Famer, shares his experiences and insights from his rugby career. The discussion covers his rivalry with New Zealand, early career challenges, the transition from amateur to professional rugby, memorable World Cup moments, and his experiences as captain of the Wallabies. Kearns reflects on the evolution of rugby and the camaraderie among players, providing a unique perspective on the sport's history and culture. The discussion also touches on the current state of Australian rugby, how they won the 2027 RWC hosting rights and why New Zealand and Canberra missed out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode World Cup winner Jeremy Paul names his 23 man Wallabies squad to face the Lions in the first test of the 2025 Series. Paul joins All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, Wallabies hopeful James O'Connor and Andy Rowe. O'Connor and Marshall also discus the latest Super Rugby news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Donald shares his journey from being a young rugby player at Wesley College to becoming a key figure in the 2011 World Cup. He discusses the challenges and experiences of transitioning to professional rugby, the influence of coaches like Ian Foster, and the importance of team bonding through court sessions. The conversation also touches on the unique experience of playing in South Africa and the camaraderie that exists among rugby players, regardless of nationality. Donald reflects on his time at Bath Rugby and the lessons learned throughout his career, emphasising resilience and growth in both sports and life. We reflect on his rugby career, discussing pivotal moments such as his decision to leave New Zealand, the pressures of performance and media scrutiny, his experience during the 2011 World Cup, and his transition into life after rugby, including his ventures in media and business. He also shares insights into the mental health challenges faced by athletes and the impact of public perception on their careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arguably the greatest Wallaby ever John Eales joins his former teammate Jeremy Paul, All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe. We go deep into Eales' career, where he won two Rugby World Cups (one as captain), the Bledisloe Cup & Tri Nations. We also cover the some of the biggest moments within the biggest games he played in, including why he told the referee he was going to walk his team off the field during the Rugby World Cup final & of course, that kick to win the Bledisloe Cup in 2000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wallaby's legend Owen Finegan joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to shares his journey from being a young rugby player at Randwick to becoming a World Cup winner with the Wallabies. He reflects on his memorable try in the 1999 World Cup final, the challenges faced by the team leading up to that victory, and the camaraderie that defined their success. He also talks about the infamous Cape Town incident, highlighting the transition from amateurism to professionalism in rugby, and the importance of maintaining a balance between personal life and sportsmanship. The discussion transitions into the Finegan's current role in philanthropy, focusing on childhood cancer research and the importance of raising awareness and funds for better treatments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks great Grant Fox is in studio immediately following Ryan Fox's recent PGA Tour victory, reflecting on his journey and the pride it brings to his family. The discussion transitions into Fox's early life, his friendship with Martin Crowe, and his rise in the rugby world, highlighting the significance of leadership and teamwork. The conversation further explores the legacy of the Auckland rugby team in the 80s, their dominance, and the cultural importance of the Ranfurly Shield in New Zealand rugby, emphasising the respect and camaraderie among players. We relive some famous moments from Fox's career, including is winning kick against the Lions.Fox also reflects on the adversity encountered on the path to winning the 1987 World Cup, highlighting the evolution of rugby and the athletes who shaped its legacy. He discusses the role of an All Black selector, while Marshy and Fox share hilarious stories their time working with Sir Steve Hansen. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz 00:00 Celebrating Ryan Fox's PGA Tour Win 06:01 Grant Fox's Early Life and Career 12:08 The Auckland Rugby Legacy 19:04 The Ranfurly Shield and Its Significance 25:53 The Legacy of the Lions Tour 30:39 Tactical Preparation and Goal Kicking 35:33 The Pressure of High-Stakes Kicking 48:38 The 1987 World Cup Experience 55:12 Emerging Talents and Injuries in Rugby 56:06 The Birth of the Rugby World Cup 57:36 Amateur Days and Fundraising Stories 01:02:57 The Role of an All Black Selector 01:10:55 Understanding Steve Hansen's Coaching Philosophy 01:17:51 Reflections on Regrets and Learning Moments 01:20:54 Personal Life and Career Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rugby legends Justin Marshall & Jeremy Paul join Andy Rowe to cover the Lions squad announcement. The lads discus Maro Itoji as the captaincy choice and the importance of team combinations. Is Henry Pollock over hyped, or could he be a go to key player for coach Andy Farrell? Marshy gets fired up with World Rugby's lack of law changes, and Jeremy Paul reminisces about a fight he was involved with against Ireland. 00:00 Introduction and Banter Among Legends 02:59 Financial Challenges in Rugby Australia05:52The Anzac Test Proposal 08:54 Inspiring Stories from Rugby History 12:09 British and Irish Lions Squad Discussion 14:54 Captaincy and Team Dynamics 18:02 Combining Styles and Strategies in Rugby 21:01 The Importance of Goal Kicking in Rugby 24:25 Strategic Player Selection and Injuries 27:18 Emerging Talents: The Case of Henry Pollock 30:34 The Impact of Law Changes on the Game 36:10 Red Card Controversies and Game Spectacle 43:50 Fight: Jeremy Paul's involvement in the Trevor Brennan v Toutai Kefu fight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Blacks great Ali Williams joins Justin Marshall, Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe to discus his career and life after rugby. We cover the how a shower with his wife lead to the formation of Auckland AFC, how the All Blacks prepared to face the 2005 Lions and the lessons learned from the 2007 Rugby World Cup that led to victory in 2011. Wallaby James O'Conor also joins the show to reminisce about their time in Toulon playing for one of the greatest club sides ever assembled. AND... Ali Williams talks us through THAT cross field kick! Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz Chapters 02:56 The Birth of Auckland AFC 05:58 Community Engagement and Cultural Diversity 08:52 The Competitive Landscape of Sports in New Zealand 12:01 Collaboration Between New Zealand and Australia 15:06 Transitioning from Football to Rugby 17:58 Reflections on Competitive Spirit and Team Dynamics 18:29 On-Field Rivalries and Banter 22:18 Recognition and Legacy in Rugby 24:19 The Emotional Stakes of the British and Irish Lions 26:31 Reflecting on Career Highlights and Challenges 30:50 The Unique Culture of Toulon Rugby 35:13 The Impact of Team Dynamics and Leadership 41:29 Judicial Hearings - Bakkies Botha 42:05 Memories of Alley on the Field 47:15 Mental Strength and Team Dynamics 49:32 Lessons from World Cup Experiences 51:43 Influence of Family on Athletic Careers 54:00 Perspective from Personal Challenges 56:30 The Power of the Jersey 01:00:41 Ali Williams cross field kick 01:05:34 Legacy Beyond Medals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, Wallaby & Crusader James O'Connor, former Wallaby Jeremy Paul and Andy Rowe discuss the Super Rugby playoffs and the World Club Cup. We also take a look at Richie Mo'unga, who's won yet another title in Japan, and Rabs (James O'Connor) gives his thoughts on what makes him so good! JP (Jeremy Paul) joins us remotely to give his thoughts on the controversy in Canberra and what he thought of the fall out that followed! Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz 02:10 World Rugby listens to Marshy 10:20 Richie Mo'ugna wins another title 15:33 Our podcast partner Saily 17:20 James O'Connor's new role at The Crusaders 21:30 Jeremy Paul joins the show to discuss the Brumbies being robbed 32:16 Why Crusaders love finals footy 39:00 Andy Rowe explains how the finals system works 42:30 Chiefs vs Blues preview 46:00 The World Club Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we're looking at Super Rugby, URC and the Premiership as finals fever hits! All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and Wallabies Jeremy Paul, James O'Connor discuss the Crusaders v Blues rivalry, Noah Lolesio's red hot form and who they think should be the All Blacks 12. Plus we take a look at the Premiership and URC finals. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz Chapters 03.25 NZR CEO resignation 06.50 James O'Connor's gloves 11.50 Rivez Reihana form 13.21 Why David Havili is so good 23.50 Crusaders v Blues rivalry 26.67 Wallaby world cup winner Jeremy Paul talks Brumbies 32.55 The Premiership final - Leicester v Bath 37.50 James O'Connor on playing for Michael Cheika 43.50 The URC Final predictions 45.50 The sad passing of former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Crusaders first five Taha Kemara joins All Blacks legend Justin Marshall, Wallaby James O'Connor and Andy Rowe. This episode is brought to you by HSBC Australia's Everyday Global Account. One account. No fees.* Multiple currencies. *T&Cs apply https://www.hsbc.com.au/accounts/offers/campaigns/travel-account/ The lads preview this weekend's final between the Crusaders and Chiefs as well as reviewing both semi finals. We take a look at what went down in the URC and the Premier finals and Marshy is fired up on Dan Coles yellow card! Plus, Mashy caught up with Scott Robertson and has all the latest on the upcoming All Blacks squad! Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz Chapters 00:44 HSBC Australia's Everyday Global Account Visa Debit Card 06:48 Taha's injury 17:16 Review of the Crusaders vs Blues 20:20 Review of the Chiefs vs Brumbies semi final 23:38 HSBC Australia's "Rugby's Best Exchange" 25:53 Marshy tells us about his catch up with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson 32:35 Scott Barrett = LeBron James for the Crusaders 41:56 Saily 44:00 URC final review 45:40 Premiership final review 48:00 Dan Cole's yellow card 56:52 Wazza's Words of Wisdom for Rabs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Wallaby Jeremy Paul is back in studio with All Blacks legend Justin Marshall and Andy Rowe. This episode is brought to you by HSBC Australia's Everyday Global Account. One account. No fees.* Multiple currencies. *T&Cs apply https://www.hsbc.com.au/accounts/offers/campaigns/travel-account/ The Crusaders have claimed another title so we unpick how they won the final against the Chiefs. The Wallabies and The All Blacks have named their squads, so we take a look at who made it and who missed out! Plus, the lads take a close look at The Lions, after their opening loss to Argentina in Dublin! Download SAILY in your app store and use our code GBRANZ at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase ✅ For further details go to https://saily.com/gbranz CHAPTERS 02:00 Super Rugby final analysis 18:00 James O'Connor missing the Wallabies squad 22:10 The Wallabies squad 27:30 Argentina's win over The Lions! 34:12 HSBC Australia's "Rugby's Best Exchange" 36:04 The All Blacks squad 42:36 Saily advert 01:06:00 What we're most excited about with both squads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices