Ross Karl, Bryn Hall and James Parsons host a weekly chat about all things New Zealand rugby, from the All Blacks, Black Ferns, Super Rugby and NPC, the team have you covered with unique insight from current pros still in the game.
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Ross breaks down the All Blacks squad to play Scotland in a Youtube Live, answering your questions in the comments.
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4 Nov 2026
The Kiwi Preparing to Beat the All Blacks | Fergus Burke
Born in New Zealand. Now preparing to help Scotland beat the All Blacks.
What does Fergus Burke know about the challenge ahead—and why does this Scottish team believe they can end their drought?
Burke joins the Aotearoa Rugby Pod to discuss Scotland’s opportunity, his journey from the Crusaders to Saracens, and what he’s learned playing alongside Owen Farrell, Richie Mo’unga and Finn Russell.
Chapters
00:00 A Kiwi preparing to face New Zealand
01:28 What changed when Burke left New Zealand?
02:55 The northern hemisphere rugby myth
03:43 Systems vs instinct: finding the balance
05:41 Building an attack around Finn Russell
06:22 What’s holding Scotland back?
07:48 Why Scotland must make their chances count
09:18 From the Crusaders to Saracens and Scotland
10:38 Farrell, Mo’unga & Russell: what sets them apart?
11:46 What makes Farrell’s standards different?
12:07 The Finn Russell fans don’t see
12:50 What Burke learns from three elite 10s
13:11 Playing with Bryn Hall again?
14:07 How a great nine frees up his 10
14:53 What Ben White brings to Scotland
16:10 Taking on the All Blacks with the ball
18:12 Why Scotland believe they can do it
19:45 Scotland’s familiarity with Rennie and Blair
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2 Nov 2026
What Can Stop South Africa Winning the Nations Championship?
South Africa are favourites to win the Nations Championship, but their toughest challenges may still lie ahead.
Can France or Ireland derail the Springboks, and what needs to happen for the All Blacks to reach the final?
Ross Karl and Bryn Hall break down the contenders, Scotland's chance to make history against New Zealand, and the crucial clashes that could decide the championship.
The TAB Match Centre breaks down the odds with Paul Maoate.
Chapters
00:00 Nations Championship: The race to the final
01:45 Can anyone stop South Africa?
03:15 Ranking the world's best rugby teams
07:28 Who makes the Nations Championship final?
09:24 Why points differential could decide everything
12:22 Why the All Blacks need France and Ireland to win
14:10 Can Scotland finally beat the All Blacks?
20:22 The All Blacks' discipline and set-piece challenges
22:50 All Blacks selection: Who starts against Scotland?
25:13 Fergus Burke interview preview
26:51 Italy v South Africa: Can the Springboks be challenged?
29:43 Wales v Japan preview
32:21 France v Fiji and the Dupont debate
38:47 Argentina v Ireland: A potential upset?
40:57 England v Australia: Who has the edge?
43:53 TAB Match Centre: Nations Championship contenders
48:00 Scotland's historic opportunity against New Zealand
52:04 England v Australia predictions
54:13 Melbourne Cup preview
59:37 Wrap-up
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
15 ratings
Spotify
4.8 / 5
177 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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