Best Adrian V Podcasts (2025)

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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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Lando Norris Let His Guard Down Before F1’s Final Showdown 23:02

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The intense FIA press conference before Abu Dhabi gave us a lot to work with. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Putting Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri was going to be interesting; and the world was not disappointed. Norris let his guard down with honest answers whilst Piastri and Verstappen were a lot mo…

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Toyota OFFICIALLY Returns To Formula One 24:37

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In a shock move, Toyota's name shall grace an F1 team for the first since 2009. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Yes, it's not a full-on works team, but Toyota Gazoo Racing has stepped up its collaboration with Haas to transform Gene's team into TGR Haas F1 Team for the 2026 Formula One season. This is more than a simp…

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Yuki Tsunoda OUT, Isack Hadjar IN 24:21

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It's over. Yuki Tsunoda is out of Red Bull Racing...at least their main lineup. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs In a surprise move, Yuki Tsunoda is NOT out of a job in F1, but has been moved off into a third driver, testing sort of a role. Part of the RB family, but not a main man. Meanwhile, the expected lineup of Is…

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The 2025 F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONS 25:32

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It's the final countdown. Lando Norris' to lose and Max Verstappen's to gain. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs And oh yes, Oscar Piastri is there too. With three men poised toward destiny, the Abu Dhabi GP is going to be a very tense act to follow the Qatari race. Just 12 points separate Max from an historic F1 moment.…

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The 2025 F1 Qatar Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERS 25:54

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Max Verstappen cut the gap to Norris in half. AGAIN. We're going to Abu Dhabi. Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs What should've been a steady securing of his first world title, Lando Norris now finds himself HAVING to secure a top 3 finish next time out after the Qatar GP threw himself and Oscar Piastri a curveball…

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Miriam Toews Reads Raymond Carver 1:02:05

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Miriam Toews joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Elephant,” by Raymond Carver, which was published in The New Yorker in 1986. Toews has published ten books, including the novels “A Complicated Kindness,” which won the Governor General’s Award for Fiction; “All My Puny Sorrows,” “Women Talking,” and “Fight Night”—and the memoir “A Truce That…

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EP 288: Carol Simpson Returns — Life After 80 Years Old, Longevity Routines, and Training for a World Record 1:48:02

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Carol Simpson returns to the podcast to talk about life after 80 years old, and everything she does to stay healthy and climb hard. We talked about making the move to Salt Lake, discovering Dr. Peter Attia, her health routines, training for a world record in grip strength, balance training, rediscovering art, and much more. The Nugget Training App …

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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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McLaren’s FIA Plea An Insult To Senna's Legacy 22:35

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McLaren are chasing the FIA to relax rules regarding technical breaches...that is sad. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Whilst team principal Andrea Stella discussed that no team orders would be in place for the rest of the F1 season, including Qatar, a quiet technical answer was given in the wake of the team's disqual…

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Adrian Newey Takes TOTAL CONTROL of Aston Martin 21:52

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Adrian Newey assumes EVEN MORE control of Aston Martin, now as their team principal. WHAT?! Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs In a surprise twist of fate, Aston Martin have announced that they've hired from within. That the legendary F1 designer has taken up the role of leading the team trackside as well as designing th…

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Oscar Piastri's Got Everyone Guessing Again 25:10

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Everyone's talking about Max and Lando...but what about Oscar Piastri? Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Nobody is quite certain what exactly McLaren's Australian driver will do in the midst of pressure from both Norris and Verstappen...so I asked YOU to discuss it with me! With 6,000 votes cast, it's clear. YOU WANT CH…

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Cold War Santa with Sarah Archer 1:39:47

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What happens when Santa trades his sleigh for a rocket ship? Christmas correspondent Sarah Archer tells Sarah about how the Cold War era affected the image of old Kris Kringle through the rampant consumerism and shiny new technology of a post-war economy. Digressions include Reagan’s girlypop diet, the Freudian aspects of the Nutcracker, and the th…

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The 2025 F1 Qatar Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONS 24:57

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It was already gonna be tense here, but with Max where he is? Lando should be nervous. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs We knew the Qatar GP was gonna be something to keep an eye on, what with tyres expected to struggle and Pirelli mandating a 25 lap limit for them...but thanks to the McLaren double disqualification, M…

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Libby & Cal - The Hagstrom-Schmidt Affair 1:13:41

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Libby & Cal where a Millennial autoharpist meets a Boomer 12-string player at a festival and all sorts of musical magic ensues. Acoustic duo Libby & Cal transcend boundaries and trip across genres while tackling subjects that are rarely voiced in song. A delightfully risqué, painfully honest and musically stimulating experience. Libby plays her DIY…

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Amanda Rheaume - The Truth We Hold 1:09:20

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Amanda Rheaume, a Citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario, is an award winning singer-songwriter with a slightly gritty, deeply personal and instantly accessible Americana sound. In title and spirit, The Truth We Hold is a collection of songs of Métis people, places and stories across centuries. A Métis songbook for future generations, the new album…

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McLaren’s Gamble Blew The Title Race Wide Open 22:23

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McLaren did not cheat in Las Vegas. They simply done goofed...and made Lando's life harder. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs McLaren said it was a mistake, but in reality, it was a greedy gamble in the midst of a lack of data due to practice being limited for the 2025 F1 Las Vegas GP. As a result, what became a smooth …

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The 2025 F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERS 19:50

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In a rather shocking twist, BOTH Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified from the Las Vegas GP for a technical fault, excess plank wear. The same thing that afflicted Ferrari back at the Chinese Grand Prix. A big loss, right there! All of this great news for Max Verstappen whose win brings just 24 points behind Norris with two rounds and a…

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Lewis Hamilton's all-time low | 2025 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Report 18:04

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Rain escaped us in Brazil...but came back STRONG in Vegas F1 quali! Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs This was one of the most intense qualifying sessions of the F1 2025 season with Lewis Hamilton the biggest loser out of all the drivers tiptoeing around the famous landmark. The circuit didn't give us teammate Charles L…

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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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Max Verstappen Triggers HUGE F1 Identity Crisis 22:11

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Max Verstappen wants to call time on his famous number 33...and replace it with Ricciardo's. Oh dear. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Last week, the FIA approved relaxing rules regarding driver numbers; something which has been permanent since 2014. How? We do not know...but what we DO know is that Max Verstappen want…

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Aston Martin Plotting Move For Charles Leclerc 24:19

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Charles Leclerc has been ‘repeatedly contacted’ by Aston Martin...why? Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs Ferrari's golden boy Charles Leclerc has been ‘repeatedly contacted’ by Papa Stroll's F1 team, as said by a contact close to Nicholas Todt, the driver's manager. In a time where next year's drive market is expected t…

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Audi Gives Up On 2026 to Crush Ferrari Later 22:46

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Audi has CEASED development on their 2026 power unit. That's a good thing. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs In a rather surprising move, Mattia Binotto and Audi have made the decision to STOP work on adding performance and developing their first generation of F1 engine, instead focusing on just reliability. Is this a b…

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The 2025 F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONS 25:08

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Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri need to win BIG to keep Norris from securing the title. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs The Las Vegas Grand Prix this year is expected to not only showcase special liveries, Williams starting off with a banger of one, but also reveal if McLaren have cured the glitches in their system w…

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EP 287: Domen Škofic — The Red Bull Plane Project, Rediscovering Passion in Flatanger, and Trying Silence 9c 1:43:59

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Domen Škofic is a Slovenian professional climber and a 5x World Cup gold medalist. We talked about his Red Bull Plane Climb project, skydiving, building a climbing gym with his father, retiring from the competition circuit, taking up archery, rediscovering his passion for climbing, sending Move 9b/+ in Flatanger, trying Silence 9c with Sean Rabouto…

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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…

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Chris Ashton: Former English winger previews the clash between the All Blacks and England 6:38

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The All Blacks are facing the next hurdle in their journey towards a Grand Slam, this weekend at Twickenham. England have struggled against the All Blacks recently, not having defeated them since their 19-7 win at the 2019 World Cup semifinal in Yokohama. Their run against the All Blacks at Twickenham is even worse, with their last home victory occ…

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Maddy Green: Auckland Hearts player previews the first fixture of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield 6:15

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The Auckland Hearts are set to get their season of domestic cricket underway with the first round of the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield kicking off today. They’re set to take on Otago in the first of ten one day fixtures – a rematch of last year’s final. Maddy Green, White Fern and member of the Auckland Hearts will be playing her 100th Hallyburton J…

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Max Brown: Olympic Canoeist on taking part in this year's Queenstown Marathon 6:20

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Runners in Queenstown are hitting the road this weekend, preparing for the pinnacle running event – the Queenstown Marathon. This year is set to be the biggest rendition of the event to date, with more than 13,000 registered participants across five distances, and nearly 4,000 runners competing in the full-length marathon. One of those competitors …

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Simon Parker: All Blacks blindside flanker previews the clash against England 7:21

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This third clash of the All Blacks Northern Tour is kicking off tomorrow morning – arguably the biggest test so far. They’re taking on England at their home ground of Twickenham, in front of what’s set to be a loud, passionate crowd of over 80,000 fans. The All Blacks will be looking to continue their dominant streak, not having lost to the home si…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Twickenham - the yardstick for Robertson's tenure 2:26

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Yardstick. Barometer. Criterion. Whatever you call it, tomorrow’s test match against the most irritating team in world rugby will determine how Scott Robertson’s tenure to date will be judged. With no respect whatsoever to the Welsh, the Twickenham bunfight will seal the Grand Slam or leave another dirty smudge in Razor’s copybook, which has alread…