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DSPN - RUGBY
DSPN is a New Zealand rugby podcast and channel hosted by Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall, covering the biggest stories in the game. From the All Blacks and Super Rugby to provincial rugby, major interviews, breaking news, and sharp commentary, DSPN delivers strong opinions, smart analysis, and proper rugby discussion for New Zealand fans. DSPN is brought to you by HBO Max. All Killer No Filler.
Episodes
- DSPN - RUGBY
'Can All Blacks Topple Springboks? Rugby Championship Kicks Off!' | Marty's Sermon & Tight 5
On the DSPN today, Martin Devlin first pays tribute to New Zealand sailing icon Peter Lester, who has sadly passed away aged 70. Then, he rips into a sermon…
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Springboks AREN'T No.1, and is Richie Mo'unga NZ Rugby's White Knight? | Marty's Mailbag
Marty's Mailbag is back! Every week on the DSPN, Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh work through comments from viewers and listeners on the YouTube…
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Wallabies legend Tim Horan talks Lions Tour Aftermath & Richie Mo'unga Returning
Australian rugby legend Tim Horan joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to reflect on a whirlwind British & Irish Lions tour downunder, and what it means for the…
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Bryn Hall: Richie Mo'unga's Return is 'Massive for the All Blacks'
Bryn Hall - former Māori All Blacks, Crusaders and North Harbour halfback - joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, chatting all sorts of rugby. The big news…
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'Richie Mo'unga's Back? Come to Aus!' - Greg Martin's Plea to Young Kiwi First-Fives
Greg Martin - former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast radio host - joins Martin Devlin for another classic Thursday chinwag, covering…
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Richie Mo'unga Back in the All Blacks! | Marty's Sermon & Tight 5
On the DSPN, Martin Devlin and young producer Lachlan Waugh present the Tight 5, which includes some breaking news! Richie Mo'unga is returning to New Zealand…
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India Wins UNFORGETTABLE Final Cricket Test vs England
Martin Devlin chats with cricket expert Rahul Patil on the DSPN, following an unforgettable fifth and final England vs India cricket test at The Oval, which…
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Wallabies on the Up? Is this Lions Team Great? Tony Johnson talks International Rugby
On the DSPN, Martin Devlin chats with Tony Johnson about the British & Irish Lions 2-1 series win over Wallabies. TJ praises Australia's bounce back and…
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'Top 4 Hopes Are Gone!' - Tony Kemp Reviews Warriors' Loss to Dolphins
Former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative Tony Kemp joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, for BLT - Big League Tuesday! Together the pair work through the…
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Could the Current All Blacks Beat the 2025 British & Irish Lions? | Marty's Sermon & Glass Half Full
On the DSPN today, Martin Devlin firstly delivers a sermon on the All Blacks and whether or not they could beat the 2025 British & Irish Lions, who just beat…
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Simon Parker’s Comeback - From Brutal Injuries to All Blacks Call-Up
John Day welcomes newly named All Black Simon Parker onto Day In The Life. Parker's rugby dream just got real - the towering 6’6” loose forward has earned a…
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'They're Nothing Special' - Mex Takes Aim at Lions, Praises Wallabies' Improvement
All Blacks icon Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, for a rugby catch-up after the third and final Wallabies-British & Irish Lions test. Mex doesn't…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Johnson Unpacks All Blacks Rugby Championship Squad - Loosies Galore & Halfback injury Woes
Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is back on the DSPN with Martin Devlin, recapping the All Blacks squad named for the 2025 Rugby Championship. They…
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'Wallabies Beat Lions - This Version of Aus is DAMN GOOD!' | Marty's Sermon & Tight 5
On the DSPN today, Martin Devlin delivers a sermon on the Wallabies' 22-12 victory over the British & Irish Lions in Sydney - the third dead-rubber test of the…
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'Beaten Fair & Square' - Greg Martin talks Wallabies' Loss to Lions & Previews Third Test
Former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast radio host Greg Martin joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, as he does every week. After first discussing…
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Ayesha Leti-I'iga: Inside Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup Build-up - Can They Go Back-to-Back?
With the women's Rugby World Cup just around the corner, Black Ferns star winger Ayesha Leti-I'iga joins John Day in Day In The Life on DSPN, going in-depth on…
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NPC Rugby Returns: Who Makes the Semis This Year? | Rugby Roundtable
It's Rugby Roundtable time! Martin Devlin, John Day, and Richard “Pod” Turner dive into all things NPC and rugby drama on the DSPN. They kick off with the hot…
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Michael Cheika on Lions Chaos & Aussie Rugby Woes
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika joins Martin Devlin on DSPN for an unmissable deep dive into world rugby. Fresh off his return to Australia after…
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Wake-Up Call for NZ Warriors? Tony Kemp Breaks Down Shock Loss to Titans | 2025 NRL Season
Martin Devlin and Tony Kemp - the former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative - are back talking Warriors on the DSPN! Together they break down the Wahs’…
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'NZ Warriors, That Was a TERRIBLE Loss. But Let's Not Panic' | Marty's Sermon & NRL Glass Half Full
On the DSPN, Martin Devlin delivers a sermon on the NZ Warriors' surprise 24-16 loss to the Gold Coast Titans in the NRL, casting a little bit of doubt over…
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Scrum Guru Mike Cron: Working with Wallabies, All Blacks Success, Case for Player Rest & Rotation
On the DSPN, Martin Devlin chats with legendary scrum coach Mike Cron about his new book Lessons from an All Black Legend, which dives into life inside the All…
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'Letter of the Law' - Christy Doran on Wallabies-Lions 2nd Test & Controversial Try That Was Awarded
Christy Doran, rugby editor at The Roar in Sydney, joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to break down a Wallabies-British & Irish Lions epic overshadowed by that…
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Wallabies vs Lions - Did the Refs Get it Right? Tony Johnson on Late Controversy in Melbourne
Longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin to dissect a Wallabies-British & Irish Lions test that had everything - brilliant rugby…
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'Lions Beat Wallabies Fair & Square - Why That WASN'T a Penalty' | Marty's Sermon & Tight 5
Martin Devlin kicks the week off on the DSPN delivering a sermon on the Wallabies-British & Irish Lions second test, which was won by the visitors 29-26 in…
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Wallabies legend John Eales: Aus 'Need to Think Outside the Box' to beat British & Irish Lions
Wallabies legend John Eales joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN for a candid rugby chat, following the first Australia-British & Irish Lions test, and ahead of the…
DSPN - RUGBY'Can All Blacks beat Springboks? Why Not!' - Hansen on Razor, Rugby's Evolution, SA Bomb Squad
Sir Steve Hansen is back on the DSPN! The legendary All Blacks coach weighs in on New Zealand rugby, current coach Scott Robertson and the team's road ahead…
DSPN - RUGBYAll Blacks vs France - Mex Praises 'Smart' NZ Selectors & Backline, Defends Quality of French Rugby
Martin Devlin and Murray Mexted go deep on the All Blacks’ recent test series win over France on the DSPN, with Mex firing up over “naive” analysis of the…
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Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku Reveals WILD Position Change in France | Day In The Life
In the first instalment of Day In The Life on DSPN, former All Black Leicester Fainga’anuku joins John Day for a relaxed chat about life playing in France and…
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John Eales, Wallabies vs British & Irish Lions, Greg Martin, Tight 5 | 24 July
Welcome to episode 114 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... John Eales - Wallabies legend and an icon of rugby as a whole - joins the podcast to chat…
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Tony Kemp, NZ Warriors vs Knights, Murray Mexted, NRL Glass Half Full | 22 July
Welcome to episode 113 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Kemp - former Warriors coach and Kiwis player - is back on the podcast talking about…
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All Blacks vs France - What Did We Learn? Tony Johnson Unpacks NZ's 3-0 Test Series Win
Longtime Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to beak down the All Blacks' 29-19 win over France in the third and final…
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Tony Johnson, All Blacks vs France, David Campese, Lions THUMP Wallabies, Tight 5 | 21 July
Welcome to episode 112 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson is back in studio to talk All Blacks vs France…
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Clunky All Blacks get by France in Third Test in Hamilton | Immediate Reaction
DSPN producer Lachlan Waugh recaps the All Blacks' 29-19 win over France in Hamilton, in the third and final test of their July series. New Zealand wins 3-0…
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Greg Martin: Wallabies Have 'Serious Concerns' at 9 & 10, But British & Irish Lions Are Beatable!
Former Wallabies fullback and Triple M breakfast host Greg Martin joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, for another wide-ranging, laugh-out-loud chat that swings…
DSPN - RUGBYRugby Legend Nick Farr-Jones - Can Wallabies Topple British & Irish Lions in First Test?
Wallabies legend and 1991 Rugby World Cup-winning captain Nick Farr-Jones joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to talk all about the test series against British…
DSPN - RUGBY'Time to Make Their Mark' - Richard Turner on All Blacks Rotated Team for 3rd France Test
On the DSPN, Martin Devlin and Richard 'Pod' Turner dive into the newly named All Blacks side to take on France, in the third rugby test in Hamilton. It's a…
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Nick Farr-Jones, Richard Turner, All Blacks vs France, British & Irish Lions, Greg Martin | 17 July
Welcome to episode 111 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Ex All Black Richard 'Pod' Turner is back to dissect the New Zealand team to play France…
DSPN - RUGBYPhilasande Sixaba: Rassie Erasmus & Tony Brown 'Transforming' South Africa's Attack, PLUS Springboks-All Blacks Rivalry
Philasande Sixaba - sports broadcaster for SuperSport in South Africa - joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to talk all things Springbok rugby after their two…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Kemp, NZ Warriors, NRL Finals Race, Matt Gunn, Glass Half Full | 15 July
Welcome to episode 110 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Former Warriors coach and Kiwis representative Tony Kemp is back in studio after three…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Johnson, All Blacks Batter France, British & Irish Lions, Tight 5 | 14 July
Welcome to episode 109 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson - longtime rugby commentator for Sky Sport - is back on the show to review…
DSPN - RUGBYBrilliant All Blacks Annihilate France in Wellington| DSPN Full Time Show"
DSPN producer Lachlan Waugh reviews the All Blacks' 43-17 win over France in the second rugby test in Wellington. New Zealand ran in six tries to two, in a…
DSPN - RUGBYMurray Mexted APPLAUDS All Blacks' Backline, Questions Christian Lio-Willie Selection Ahead of 2nd France Test
Former All Black, broadcasting icon, and a lover of all things RUGBY! Murray Mexted is back on the DSPN chatting with Martin Devlin, ahead of this weekend's…
DSPN - RUGBYJason Ryan, All Blacks vs France, Ant Strachan, Glass Half Full | July 10
Welcome to episode 108 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan joins the podcast for the very first time. He works…
DSPN - RUGBYDean Lonergan, NZ Warriors' Top Four Hopes, NRL, Matt Gunn, Tight 5 | 8 July
Welcome to episode 107 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Dean Lonergan - former Kiwis representative and Canberra Raider - reviews the NRL season…
DSPN - RUGBYAll Blacks beat France, Tony Johnson, Scott Robertson, Brett McKay, Springboks | July 7
Welcome to episode 106 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson sits down for an extended chat, first covering off the All Blacks' 31-27 win…
DSPN - RUGBY"I'm Delighted!" - Murray Mexted Applauds All Blacks Selectors after Naming Physical Side to Play France
All Blacks icon and longtime rugby broadcaster Murray Mexted joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to share his satisfaction over the New Zealand side named to play…
DSPN - RUGBYAll Blacks Team Naming, Rieko Ioane, Nigel Yalden, Glass Half Full, Greg Martin | July 3
Welcome to episode 105 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Veteran rugby broadcaster Nigel Yalden reviews the first All Blacks matchday side named…
DSPN - RUGBYMichael Witt, NZ Warriors, Matt Gunn, NRL Glass Half Full, Richie Morgan | 1 July
Welcome to episode 104 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Former Warriors half Michael Witt - who also played for the Eels, Sea Eagles and Dragons…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Johnson, Picking All Blacks side vs France, Christy Doran, British & Irish Lions, Tight 5 | 30 June
Welcome to episode 103 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson form Sky Sport is back in studio, talking rrruuugggbbbyyy! The All Blacks…
DSPN - RUGBYMurray Mexted: All Blacks' Lack of Loose Forwards for French Series, Front Row Depth, and How to Beat South Africa
All Blacks icon and former rugby broadcaster Murray Mexted joins DSPN host Martin Devlin, to review the naming of the first ABs squad of 2025. Mex and Marty…
DSPN - RUGBYRob Penney, NZ Cricket Schedule, Chris Jones, British and Irish Lions, Tight 5 | 26 June
Welcome to episode 102 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Crusaders coach Rob Penney joins Marty Devlin in a very special interview, talking all…
DSPN - RUGBYIan Foster: Former All Blacks Coach on Despair of 2022 & Effect on his Family, World Cup Final, and New Book
Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster joins Martin Devlin on the DSPN, to chat about his new book Leading Under Pressure - a raw, reflective look back at his…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Johnson, All Blacks Squad, Brent Tate, NRL, Matt Gunn, Glass Half Full | 24 June
Welcome to episode 101 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Tony Johnson is back to run his eye over the first All Blacks squad of 2025, alongside…
DSPN - RUGBYTony Johnson: Crusaders 'Strangled' Chiefs with their 'Defensive DNA' in Super Rugby Pacific Final win
In this lively post-final debrief, DSPN host Martin Devlin and Sky Sport rugby commentator Tony Johnson dissect the Crusaders’ gritty 16-12 Super Rugby Pacific…
DSPN - RUGBYCrusaders win Super Rugby Pacific - Tony Johnson, Steve Gordon, Geoff Parkes, Tight 5 | 23 June
Welcome to episode 100 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... It's a BIG recap of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific final, that saw the Crusaders beat the…
DSPN - RUGBY'Still Good Enough for All Blacks' - Todd Blackadder on Richie Mo'unga and Crusaders-Chiefs Super Rugby Final
In a very special interview on the DSPN, host Martin Devlin catches up with former All Blacks and Crusaders captain, and ex Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder…
DSPN - RUGBYTodd Blackadder, Super Rugby, Sir Graham Lowe, State of Origin, Greg Martin | 19 June
Welcome to episode 99 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Sir Graham Lowe - winning Queensland Origin coach in 1991 - reviews game two in Perth…
DSPN - RUGBYMurray Mexted: Chiefs Firepower 'Will Overwhelm' Crusaders' Defence in final | Super Rugby 2025
DSPN host Martin Devlin welcomes back New Zealand rugby icon and former broadcaster Murray Mexted, as they attack this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific final…
DSPN - RUGBYMurray Mexted, Super Rugby Final, Iain Payten, British & Irish Lions, Tight 5, Matt Gunn | 18 June
Welcome to episode 98 of the DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network... Legendary All Blacks loose forward and former rugby commentator Murray Mexted looks ahead…
DSPN - RUGBYRahul Patil: South Africa Breaks its Hoodo, as Australia Falls Apart in cricket's World Test Championship Final
In this lively post-Test Championship debrief, DSPN host Martin Devlin welcomes cricket expert Rahul Patil onto the podcast, as they dissect South Africa's…