Show overview
Rugby Direct has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 246 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 140 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 26 min and 42 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 38 episodes already out so far this year. Published by NZME.
From the publisher
Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.
Latest Episodes
View all 246 episodesRugby Direct Episode 233: Breaking down the key matchups of the Super Rugby playoffs
Rugby Direct Episode 232: All eyes on the title - looking ahead to the Super Rugby Pacific finals
Rugby Direct - Bruce Sharrock tackles the biggest issues facing rugby
Rugby Direct: Episode 230
Rugby Direct Ep 229
Rugby Direct: Episode 228
Rugby Direct: Episode 227
Rugby Direct: Episode 226
Rugby Direct - Steve Lancaster talks challenges shaping rugby in Aotearoa
Rugby Direct: Episode 224
Rugby Direct: Episode 223
Rugby Direct: Episode 222
Rugby Direct: Episode 221
Rugby Direct: Episode 220
Rugby Direct: Episode 219
Rugby Direct: Episode 218
Rugby Direct: Episode 217
Rugby Direct: Episode 216
Rugby Direct: Episode 215
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier unpack the reaction and wider implications of Gregor Paul’s Ardie Savea column published in the New Zealand Herald, sparking debate across the rugby landscape. The duo also cast an eye ahead to a notably light Round 8 of Super Rugby Pacific, discussing what it means for teams and fans alike as the competition only has three games. Plus, there’s time for a moment of reflection as they farewell the Crusaders’ iconic 'temporary' home stadium. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Direct: Episode 214
On the latest episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier dive into all the fallout from Round 7 of Super Rugby Pacific. The boys break down the biggest talking points from the weekend — including whether anyone can stop the red‑hot Hurricanes — before going head‑to‑head on who should be the next All Blacks captain. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.