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The Pick and Go Podcast - 2025 - Episode 3

Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast. Piri Weepu returns to the Pick and Go, what were his and Searley’s thoughts on an exciting first round of Super Rugby. The BIG question of the week, is Super Rugby SUPER once again. With so many games coming down to the wire, and having a number of tries are we about to witness one heck of a season. The trio look back at all the weekend’s action, and which team or result surprised them? With sports like golf having allocated party holes, or party rounds, is there something Super Rugby could do to create a party atmosphere? Will round 2 live up to the high bar set by round one or will we see teams find their defensive mindsets.

Feb 18, 202552 min

The Pick and Go Podcast - 2025 - Episode 2

Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast. Joining us for the first time this season is Jeff Wilson and he joins Searle and Paul to look back at last week’s rugby action. The 6 Nations gave us some impressive games, but the BIG question is what is going on with Wales.Should we be reading anything into Joe Schmidt’s recent announcement to leave Australia. Of course, we have to talk about the Super Bowl. Is the Mahomes vs Brady debate over? We are also talking Rugby GOAT’s who is the Super Rugby greatness of all time? With injuries to many teams for the start of the Super Rugby, will we see some unexpected results in the opening round? Who is winning the first game of the season between the Crusaders and the Hurricanes?

Feb 11, 202554 min

The Pick and Go Podcast - 2025 - Episode 1

Welcome back to a new episode of the Pick and Go podcast. We are back, and just in time for the new season of Super Rugby. Of course that means we talk about NFL heading to Melbourne and NBA trades! We do get into the rugby and what the future holds for the Kiwi teams. Will the Crusaders be bouncing back after last year’s unsuccessful season? Will the Blues go back to back? Which team will not be living up to expectations? All that and much, much more as we provide you with all the news, views and tips before the season opener.

Feb 4, 202558 min

Pick and Go Podcast | All Blacks eligibility | Episode 42

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Searle and Piri, who is once again a little late to the party. Today we are talking about the All Blacks eligibility rules, should they be changed? Are the rules hurting the All Blacks or protecting the domestic game? We breakdown the All Blacks vs Italy test match and review Razor’s first year in charge of the All Blacks. Who rates this year as a success and who isn’t so sure. Now the big award for the season, we are naming our All Black of the year, do we have agreement amongst the panel?

Nov 25, 20241h 3m

Pick and Go Podcast | French halt AB momentum | Episode 42

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Jeff Wilson and a very late to the studio Piri Weepu. The French have conquered the All Blacks and stopped the AB’s momentum, but is there reason to be cheerful about the performance or are there still some worrying signs that the ABs aren’t progressing fast enough. South Aftrica also took on England and put in an impressive showing. Were South Africa good, or were England just poor? Lastly, what can be done about the officiating in rugby? Is the game being over refereed?

Nov 19, 20241h 0m

Pick and Go Podcast | All Blacks conquer the Irish | Episode 41

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Piri and Searle to look at the weekend’s big rugby action. The All Blacks chucked off the underdog name and defeated the Irish in a heated affair. Were the media and the bookies wrong to have labeled the ABs underdogs in the first place. Are we starting to see a new All Blacks side emerge under Razor’s management? Also, with the rivalry continuing off the field, is this what rugby needs to get bums in seats. With Australia taking out England, are the Wallabies back in terms of a serious rugby threat? The panel look ahead to France and what is unique about playing the French that makes them such a dangerous team to play.

Nov 11, 202457 min

Pick and Go Podcast | The Great England Escape | Episode 40

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Piri and Blake Ayshford. Of course, from any good rugby podcast our trio is talking about snacks and toasted sandwiches and there might be some of the most controversial opinions we’ve had on the pod this year. The chaps are looking back at the England v All Blacks test. They look at what went right, what went wrong and how has cemented their place in the team going forward. As we start thinking about the next World Cup are there any players who are already on the team sheet.

Nov 5, 202458 min

Pick and Go Podcast | The ABs travel to England | Episode #39

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast! What a NPC final.100 minutes of action that was as good of an advertisement for the game as you could hope for. Piri, Paul and Searle will be breaking down all the key moments from Wellington's win.They'll also be looking at better ways to decide the outcome of drawn matches. Is the team with the most tries the best tiebreaker or should rugby take inspiration from soccer?Of course, the other big event coming up is the All Blacks facing England. This is still an All Blacks team that is in transition so do any of our panel think England have a chance against this unsettled ABs side?

Oct 28, 20241h 14m

Pick and Go Podcast | All Blacks head to Japan | Episode 38

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Searle and Piri Weepu and they preview the upcoming game against Japan. Which players need to put in a solid performance to cement their place in the team and what position has the most competition for places? Of course, we can’t not talk about the amazing weekend of sport where Kiwis took out the Women’s T20 World Cup, America’s Cup and had test match victories. But we get back to rugby by breaking down the NPC Semi-Finals and discussing who will win the NPC.

Oct 22, 202451 min

Pick and Go Podcast | Changing the points system | Episode 37

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast. Paul is joined by Searle and Piri Weepu and they are looking at changing the rules of Rugby Union. Should there be more points for kicking drop goals from further distances or would that slow down the game too much, or would a points increase actual give appropriate value to a very difficult skill? The NPC reaches the Semi-Final stage and the group have a number of hunches about who will make it through and who’ll go on to win the entire competition. Even Piri gives a hunch after a long self-imposed hiatus. We start looking ahead to the Northern Tour and what effect it could have on the NPC going forward

Oct 14, 20241h 2m

Pick and Go Podcast | Is the All Blacks squad too safe? | Episode 36

Razor has picked his squad for the Northern Tour and how do our panel of Paul, Piri, Jeff and Searle rate it?Is this playing things a little too safe or is getting wins more important to build consistency?With any All Blacks squad there are those who have missed out, and with the squad looking like a series of safe picks, who do our panel think has been unlucky to not make the cut?With Auckland misses in the NPC quarter finals, should the area be concerned about their lack of representation.Finally the group break down each team’s chances to make the NPC semi-finals.

Oct 9, 20241h 3m

Pick and Go Podcast | Who is heading North? | Episode 34

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast.Paul is joined by Searle and Jeff Wilson as they dissect the Rugby Championship.With the Northern Tour now just around the corner, who hurt their chances of being in the squad and who has cemented their place in the squad?The big question is should NZ relax the stance on using overseas players, or would that weaken the domestic game?Rugby is under pressure like never before so would can be done to maintain the game?We look at the NPC coming up, will big teams be missing out on this year’s playoffs?Lastly the trio make their Ranfurly Shield predictions.

Oct 2, 202453 min

Pick and Go Podcast | Bledisloe Cup success | Episode 33

Welcome back to the Pick and Go Podcast.The Bledisloe Cup is safely locked away for another year, so can we look back at this year's Rugby Championship as a success after all?With the cup done after one match, is there a way to keep the second test between the All Blacks and the Wallabies interesting?Despite the win, the ABs were given a scare against Australia once again struggled as the game went on, who do the panel think is keeping their place in the team moving forward?The NPC is about to enter its final stages who will be making a late run to finish the season?

Sep 24, 20241h 6m

Pick and Go Podcast | Bledisloe Cup | Episode 32

Welcome back to the Pick and Go Podcast.The Bledisloe Cup returns and the All Blacks will be looking to turnaround their fortunes after two straight loses to the Springboks.Australia will also be hurting and will want to take advantage of an All Blacks team still undergoing a rebuild under Razor.With such an important game coming up, with so much riding on it, will Razor revert to a tried and tested team or still ring in the changes?The NPC continues to excite with a number of entertaining games coming up this weekend.

Sep 17, 20241h 2m

Pick and Go Podcast | Can the ABs bounce back? | Episode 31

Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast!The All Blacks are in an unfamiliar situation having lost 3 of their last 4 games - thank goodness for the Eden Park fortress - and could potentially be lacking a trophy.So, is this the time to panic, or merely a transition between coaching styles?If all this All Blacks talk is making you blue, then we can look to the red of Tasman who won the Ranfurly Shield in the final seconds.Speaking of the Ranfurly Shield, Piri gives us an insight into what happens after you win the shield and what players get up to.Lastly, the trio of Paul, Piri and Searle look ahead to the test match against Australia and with both teams needing to make a statement it's going to be an exciting match up.

Sep 10, 202457 min

Pick and Go Podcast | Can South Africa be beat? | Episode 30

Jeff Wilson joins Paul and Searle to review last weekend's performance agains the Springboks.What do our panel make of the knock-on? Does World Rugby need to improve its communication with fans and players when mistakes happen?Is there anything the AB's coaching staff can do to turn things around before their second test?Can Auckland get a win in the NPC and where has it all gone wrong?

Sep 3, 20241h 8m

Pick and Go Podcast | ABs face South Africa | Episode 29

The Rugby Championship is back after a break and they don't come much bigger than this! It is the South Africa vs All Blacks.The ABs will be looking to make a statement and perhaps gain a little revenge for their World Cup lose, but do Piri, Paul or Searle think this new look team has a chance agains the Springboks?NPC continues to get interesting and the trio look at which teams have impressed them this week and who already seems to be fighting a losing battle.Lastly, Piri reveals why you shouldn't go looking for your golf ball in the bushes in South Africa.

Aug 27, 202452 min

Pick and Go Podcast | Revenge of the All Blacks | Episode 28

Please be aware that there were some sound issues with this podcastSearle joins the duo of Paul and Piri to take about the All Blacks demolition job of Argentina from Eden Par.Fears that the Wellington curse had rubbed off on Auckland and put the streak under threat were put to bed early as the lads talk about what went right in this test.The panel talk about this week's NPC games and start to look ahead the test matches against South Africa.

Aug 20, 20241h 4m

Pick and Go Podcast | Razor's Honeymoon Cut Short | Episode 27

Paul and Piri, are joined by sporting legend Jeff Wilson and they are breaking down the All Black's lose to the Pumas.Is the Wellington stadium cursed, and if so, what is it about the Wellington stadium that seems to have the All Blacks struggling to find a win.Of course, this lose will mean the honeymoon period has been cut short and now people will be demanding a response, but what would happen if the Argies picked up a win at the fortress of Eden Park?There is plenty to go over and of course the boys are revealing their tips for this weekend's NPC fixtures.

Aug 13, 20241h 14m

Pick and Go Podcast | The Rugby Championship is here | Episode 26

Once again Piri, Paul and Searle are answering the bog questions.This week, which current All Blacks player would be the best 100m sprinter? The boys look at the possible All Blacks line up that could face the Pumas this weekend. Piri talks what happens after a game of rugby and what it takes to recover from an injury and how it changes the way you play on the field. The boys go over the opening fixtures of the NPC Comp

Aug 6, 20241h 3m

Pick and Go Podcast | Razor’s First Rugby Championship Squad | Episode 25

The boys go over Scott Robertson’s squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship.Who are they excited to see play in the upcoming competition, and who they think was an interesting selection? Do Siri, Paul or Searle think we will start to see the playing style change during this Rugby Championship? The panel reflect on the NZ Sevens performance. The NPC Comp is only a week away and who do the boys think are good value, and may be a surprise package this season. They also attempt to big this season’s winner.

Jul 30, 20241h 0m

Pick and Go Rugby Podcast | Razor's All Blacks take shape | Ep #24

The All Blacks went to San Diego with still a few questions hanging over them, and the trio of Paul Moaote, Piri Weepu and Israel Dagg look over the weekend's game to see if those questions have been answered.Which player impressed on debut? Has the win against Fiji silenced any potential Scott Robertson doubters?We also begin to look forward to the NPC competition starting and what teams will be making a push for the title

Jul 23, 202443 min

Pick and Go Rugby Podcast | Next stop San Diego | Ep #23

The All Blacks completed a 2-0 series win over England to give Razor the perfect start as All Blacks coach. How do Paul and Piri rate the All Blacks performance, and were England unlucky to leave NZ without at least one win to take home?All eyes now turn to San Diego where the All Blacks will be taking on Fiji.Will Scott Robertson make changes to the team to play the Fijians, as he attempts to impose his philosophy and style on the team?

Jul 16, 20241h 3m

Pick and Go Rugby Podcast | The Razor Era starts with a close shave | Ep #22

So the All Blacks got it done in the first test against England…. but only just. How do the lads rate the performance of the performance of the new look All Blacks? Do they think England have a chance when they face the All Blacks at the fortress that is Eden Park. Paul asks Piri if playing at Eden Park and maintaining the winning streak adds pressure. Of course, after last week’s shot clock controversy, Searle has his thoughts on how the system could be improved. Lastly, is there an England player who would make it into the All Blacks? Find out who the trio thinks would make it into All Blacks and more in this week’s Pick and Go podcast.

Jul 9, 20241h 1m

Pick and Go Rugby Podcast | Here come England | Ep #21

Piri, Searle and Paul give their final thoughts on the Super Rugby Pacific 2024 season.Now the trio move onto the upcoming England test and who they believe will be in Razor's first All Blacks team.Will this time of transition leave the door open for a surprise England win or are the All Blacks still too strong for the visitors?Attention also begins to shift the NPC Competition.Paul's hunches have been coming thick and fast and he has another TV inspired call to make this week.

Jul 2, 202452 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | From Super Rugby to All Blacks | Ep #20

The Super Rugby Pacific season has come to an end and now our attention shifts towards the new look All Blacks.Before we discuss Razor's ABs squad, the boys talk about the final between the Blues and the Chiefs.Do they think the Blues are deserving winners?The trio also give a score for the Chiefs and Blues season.Of course the BIG NEWS this week is the new All Blacks squad being announced. The boys break down the surprise entries and misses and how they think the team will play against England.Does Robertson need to win his first game or will he be given time?

Jun 26, 202452 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Finals Fever| Ep #19

The boys are looking ahead to this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific Final. Do the Chiefs have a chance despite their injuries?With the All Blacks team naming coming up soon, Paul, Searle and Jeff Wilson try to predict who will make the team.Jeff Wilson gives us a facinating insight into what happens when you get the call that you've made the All Blacks.It's an exciting weekend ahead, so let's get into it.

Jun 19, 20241h 14m

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Semi Final Preview | Ep #18

Only four teams remain!It is Super Rugby Semi Final time and it has provided us with two mouth watering games to discuss.The boys have are almost finished naming the first AB's squad.There are hunches all around us as the panel interpret their dreams and in a bid to unravel what their hunches are telling them.

Jun 11, 20241h 4m

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Quarter Final Preview | Ep #17

It is quarter final time and there are some tough, tight games coming up this week.Do the boys think that all the New Zealand based teams will make it through to the semi-finals?We learn that Rugby isn't the only sport Piri can play.Once again the lads are helping out by picking the next All Blacks squad.

Jun 6, 202453 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Final Round Preview | Ep #16

It is the final week of the regular season and teams will be fighting it out to get favourable playoff spots. There are still so many unanswered questions as we enter this final round. Who will finish top? Will the Crusaders make it? If they do, will they win it?There is a lot to go though, so let's get into it.

May 29, 20241h 21m

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Fourteen Preview | Ep #15

We are entering the final two weeks of the regular season, so teams are looking to lock in their playoff spots.The panel look ahead to the upcoming All Blacks squad announcement.What did the trio of Paul, Piri and Searle think of Rob Penny's outburst that was caught on a news microphone.That and plenty more is discussed on this week's show.

May 23, 202449 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Thirteen Preview | Ep #14

The regular season is coming to an end who is still in contention for the top 8. We ask this every week it seems, but do the Crusaders still have a chance. With some big games this weekend, do the boys think the Blues will still be on top on Monday?

May 15, 202448 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Twelve Preview | Ep #13

Is this it for the Crusaders? Will this week be the defining one for their season? Paul, Siri and Searle take the pressure off Scott Robertson by naming the new look All Blacks themselves. Someone won big last week, and it isn’t who you think.

May 8, 202448 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Eleven Preview | Ep #12

Are the Crusaders going to do the unthinkable and make the playoffs at the end of the season? With the Hurricanes losing, are they still the best team in the competition? And what did Paul call Christchurch?

May 1, 202451 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Ten Preview | Ep #11

Welcome to episode eleven of the Pick and Go Podcast.Are the team finally giving up on the Crusaders? Do any of the panel think they will finish bottom?It is a big week of rugby action with plenty of teams looking to cement their places in the next stage of the competition.

Apr 24, 202452 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Nine Preview | Ep #10

Welcome to episode ten of the Pick and Go Podcast. Another week goes by and Piri’s prediction about the Hurricane’s is still intact, will he change his prediction or will he hold firm? There may only be four games this week, but there are plenty of talking points.

Apr 17, 202444 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Eight Preview | Ep #9

Welcome to episode nine of the Pick and Go Podcast.Paul and Piri are once again joined by Ben Searle.Will Piri Weepu stick by his BIG call a couple of weeks ago that the Hurricanes will beat the Chiefs this round or is he beginning to doubt his prediction.Of course, the other massive game this week is the Waratahs vs Crusaders, has the break interrupted any potential Crusader momentum?There may only be four games this weekend, but there is a lot to get through.

Apr 10, 202451 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Seven Preview | Ep #8

Welcome to episode eight of the Pick and Go Podcast.Paul is joined by Piri Weepu and Ben Searle and they breakdown that Crusaders win and ask, "Can the Chiefs bounce back?"The trio also discuss the first All Black team naming of 2024 and if we can expect any surprises.

Apr 3, 202458 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Six Preview | #7

Welcome to another episode of the Pick and Go Podcast.Paul is joined by Piri Weepu, Ben Searle and special guest Israel Dagg.The former Crusader gives his honest opinion on what is happening at his former club and whether or not they can beat the Chiefs.

Mar 27, 202453 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Five Preview | #6

Welcome to another episode of the Pick and Go Podcast.Piri Weepu is back! Will he continue his form in picking this week's winners.The question, "How long will the Hurricanes remain unbeaten?" divides the panel.Does anyone think that this will be the week the Crusaders get their first win on the board?

Mar 20, 202444 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Four Preview | #5

Welcome to another episode of the Pick and Go Podcast.Paul and Ben look at what is happening at the Crusaders and if they can turn it around.The pair look ahead to this week's big games. Can the Hurricanes remain unbeaten?

Mar 13, 202431 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Round Three | #4

Two games in and already things are getting interesting.Paul asks the big question, "Are the Crusaders in a crisis?"The team discuss this week's upcoming fixtures and which teams they think are going to cruise to victory, and which ones may suffer a shock result.

Mar 6, 202444 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific | Week One Wrap | #3

Week One is in the bag.Piri, Searle, and Paul discuss comment on the highs and lows of the first week of Super Rugby Pacific.The team look ahead to this weekend's games as all 12 teams converge on Melbourne's AAMI Park.

Feb 28, 202459 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific Is About To Begin | #2

We are now just days away from the beginning of the season.The boys look back at last week's pre-season games and discuss what teams need to do before the season starts.

Feb 21, 202442 min

2024 Super Rugby Pacific Pre-Season | #1

WE ARE BACK!Paul is joined by World Cup winner Piri Weepu and Ben Searle from Searley Talks Sport to review this year's pre-season campaign and how the teams are shaping up.

Feb 14, 202456 min

World Cup Review with Ben Searle from Searley Talks Sport | France '23 | EP 10

TAB's Pick & Go Rugby Podcast is back just in time for the World Cup in France!Your hosts, Karl Tily and Paul Maoate are joined this week by one of the great sporting nuts, Ben Searle from Searley Talks Sport to dissect the World Cup Final and review all of the betting done through the last nine episodes - hint, we hope you stuck with us and followed a few of the tips! Keep an eye out for the Pick & Go Podcast in 2024.

Nov 2, 202346 min

World Cup Final Preview with Daniel McHardy | France '23 | EP 9

TAB's Pick & Go Rugby Podcast is back just in time for the World Cup in France!Your hosts, Karl Tily and Paul Maoate are joined this week by one of SENZ's Rugby-mad hosts, Daniel McHardy to review last week's semi-finals before diving deep into this week's Rugby World Cup final between New Zealand and South Africa. Join us every week during the World Cup for a bit of fun and look at some of the best betting angles and plays available for each game ahead!

Oct 26, 20231h 12m

World Cup Semi-Finals Preview with Israel Dagg | France '23 | EP 8

TAB's Pick & Go Rugby Podcast is back just in time for the World Cup in France!Your hosts, Karl Tily and Paul Maoate are joined this week by former All Black Israel Dagg as they look back at last week's matches and preview the Semi Finals.Join us every week during the World Cup for a bit of fun and look at some of the best betting angles and plays available for each game ahead!

Oct 19, 20231h 1m

World Cup Round 6 Preview with Israel Dagg | France '23 | EP 7

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TAB's Pick & Go Rugby Podcast is back just in time for the World Cup in France! Your hosts, Karl Tily and Paul Maoate are joined this week by former All Black Israel Dagg as they look back at last week's matches and preview the Quarter Finals. Join us every week during the World Cup for a bit of fun and look at some of the best betting angles and plays available for each game ahead!

Oct 11, 202358 min

World Cup Round 5 Preview with Ant Strachan | France '23 | EP 6

TAB's Pick & Go Rugby Podcast is back just in time for the World Cup in France!Your hosts, Karl Tily and Paul Maoate are joined this week by foremr All Black Halfback Ant Strachan to look back at last week's matches and preview the ones coming. The panel disect last week's results and look in-depth at a couple of matches this week that have huge permutations for the Quarter-finals next week. Start one, Bench one, Cut one is back as well as a curly prediciment at the top of the show - what would you do? Join us every week during the World Cup for a bit of fun and look at some of the best betting angles and plays available for each game ahead!

Oct 5, 20231h 1m