What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
What a Lad
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What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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May 27, 2026
Jeff McTainsh
<p>Jeff McTainsh is quickly becoming one of the leading voices in New Zealand rugby. From growing up in Dunedin dreaming of the All Blacks, to commentating games off the TV as a kid, Jeff has built an incredible career through persistence, passion and years of hard work behind the scenes.</p><br><p>After working through radio, journalism, TV news and sports reporting, Jeff slowly carved his way into the commentary world — eventually earning the opportunity to call All Blacks test matches on Sky Sport. Along the way he’s covered Olympic Games, NPC rugby, Super Rugby, international rugby and become one of the most respected commentators in the country.</p><br><p>Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…</p><br><p>- The story behind sending a commentary clip to Sky Sport in hopes of getting an opportunity</p><p>- Getting the call to commentate college rugby and how that changed everything</p><p>- The surreal moment he got called in to commentate the All Blacks at Eden Park</p><p>- How commentators prepare for games, player pronunciations and big moments</p><p>- His hilarious impressions of Dave Rennie, Ray Warren, Hamish McKay and more</p><p>- Why balance, fitness and routine completely changed his life over the last few years</p><p>- His thoughts on the future of rugby, commentary and the All Blacks</p><br><p>Jeff is one of those genuine good blokes who clearly loves rugby and loves storytelling. This episode is full of awesome insight into sports broadcasting, plenty of laughs, some elite impressions and a seriously cool story about chasing a passion and slowly building your way to the top.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 20, 2026
Bryce Heem- What a Lad
<p>Bryce Heem is one of the most underrated rugby players New Zealand has produced. From leaving school early and working trades, to partying his way through his late teens, Bryce carved out a 15-year professional rugby career through hard work, resilience and taking every opportunity that came his way.</p><br><p>Playing for the Auckland, Northland, Tasman, the Chiefs, the Blues, NZ Sevens, Worcester and Toulon, Bryce built a career that took him all around the world and made him one of the most respected teammates in the game.</p><br><p>Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…</p><br><p>- How he's found his transition from rugby to mortgage broking</p><p>- Going from working in refrigeration and air conditioning to marking Hosea Gear in his first professional game</p><p>- The brutal fitness standards and lessons he learned under Gordon Tietjens in NZ Sevens</p><p>- Why he chose to leave New Zealand rugby for Worcester and the reality of overseas rugby life</p><p>- Returning home from France after his dad was diagnosed with lung cancer</p><p>- How a simple message helped earn him a contract with the Blues</p><p>- Winning Super Rugby with the Blues after years of being so close</p><p>- His thoughts on missing out on the All Blacks and why he has no regrets about his career</p><p>- Why “don’t burn bridges” became one of the biggest lessons he learned through rugby</p><br><p>Bryce is one of those lads everyone he played with will conform he's a legendary man. Tough as nails on the field, humble off it and full of great perspective from a career that took him all over the world. Plenty of laughs, honest reflections and awesome stories in this one!</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 13, 2026
Peter Gubb- What a Lad
<p>Peter Gubb is one of rugby league’s great characters. A Queensland Cup legend known for his physicality, longevity and hilarious stories, Gubby shares plenty of great yarns in this one. From the 3rd XV at school to still playing high-level footy at 37, his journey is anything but ordinary.</p><br><p>Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…</p><br><p>- Hearing his side of the story on what growing up was like for him with his brother Charlie.</p><p>- The reality of chasing an NRL dream.</p><p>- His unique thoughts on training, longevity and being a “lifetime trainer”</p><p>- The dangers of superstitions and when they can become too much</p><p>- What the ultimate amount of caffeine is to take pre a podcast</p><p>- His thoughts on confidence, backing yourself and saying yes to opportunities</p><p>And some of the funniest stories you'll hear!</p><br><p>It's not often I'll listen back to and episode and be laughing out loud but there's something about the Gubb brothers that crack me up! Peter is one of those blokes you could listen to for hours — authentic, funny and just a genuine lad.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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