The Big League Podcast

This week on The Big League Podcast - sports breathing and mental skills coach Dave Wood joins to discuss his work with the Warriors, the dangers of over-breathing and strategies you can use in everyday life to tackle high pressure situations. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess will preview the Warriors' dreaded visit to the Melbourne Storm on Sunday - can they break a losing streak which now dates back a decade? Plus the Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad and Te Maire Martin departure rumours. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf reflects on the stunning come-from-behind victory over the Wests Tigers in Sydney - three wins in a row! Newstalk ZB's Nathan Limm and NZ Herald's Alex Powell dissect where this team is at heading into the bye and the loss of Dylan Walker to Parramatta. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors co-captain James Fisher-Harris joins for the very first time to debrief the Warriors' second NRL victory of the season, trumping the Roosters at Mt Smart. Nathan Limm Michael Burgess will analyse what we can take confidence from and where the holes are heading into their visit to the Wests Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess debrief everything you need to know about the Warriors' remarkable turnaround against Manly and whether it'll remain consistent with the resurgent Roosters looming. Plus, Stacey Jones' bid for Kalyn Ponga to play for the Kiwis. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak joins us in studio to discuss his retirement timeline, injury recovery and why he's choosing to represent Tonga instead of the Kiwis. Nathan Limm is back from illness and Alex Powell is in off the interchange for Michael Burgess. Can the Warriors upset a formidable Manly Sea Eagles side?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Michael Burgess joins Nick Bewley from Las Vegas to unpack a deflating 30-8 loss to Canberra under the bright lights of Sin City. The boys discuss what went wrong on the field, with a particular focus on the middle forwards, and if there's greater cause for concern moving forward. We hear from Roger Tuivasa-Sheck after his NRL return to the wing, and try and make sense of what happened between a working journalist and Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - New Zealand rugby league legend and Warriors assistant coach Stacey Jones joins us to go through all the off season drama, including the loss of Tohu Harris, the appointment of skippers Mitch Barnett and James Fisher-Harris PLUS is Stacey heading straight to the casino in Vegas?  Senior New Zealand Herald writer Michael Burgess is back to give us the rundown on the new-look Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the guys unpack Shaun Johnson's final NRL outing - and his last-gasp win over the Sharks last Saturda. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - high level of mitigation?! Nick Bewley is back alongside Alex Powell to unpack that hit on Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and the bunker blunder that followed. Human error, or system failure? Addin Fonua-Blake discusses his final Warriors outing at Mount Smart, and confirmation of international rugby league at the back end of the year. Can the Kiwis repeat the dose against the Kangaroos? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - No more mathematical maybes, the Warriors' finals chances are officially in the bin. Nick Bewley is off the bench alongside Alex Powell to run the rule over what went wrong against Manly in a game that followed an all too familiar pattern. Nick's got a bone to pick (again) about the obstruction interpretations before a look ahead to what we hope is a fitting home farewell for one of the club's favourite sons. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Lewis Brown reflects on the career of former teammate Shaun Johnson, predicts what he'll do next and theorises what the Warriors will look like without him. Nathan Limm and Alex Powell give a post-mortem on the Warriors' now-extinguished top eight hopes after a golden point loss to the Dolphins - why have they consistently fallen just short in 2024?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - a sombre Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad explains another frustrating loss this time to the Parramatta Eels at Mt Smart... the Warriors' top eight playoff hopes are now into the mathematicals. Alex Powell is back to shut down rumours of Dylan Walker leaving the club. He and Nathan Limm attempt to answer the tough questions - how much blame lies with coach Andrew Webster? How as a season so heavily anticipated gone so terribly wrong? Of course, it's not over.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak reflects on the outstanding performance of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck at fullback in the vital win over the Wests Tigers at Mt Smart and also gives his thoughts on Moala Graham-Taufa's showing at centre. New Zealand writer Alex Powell gets on his knees and begs Andrew Webster to leave RTS at fullback. And is former All Black Ngani Laumape returning to the Warriors?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors head of marketing Glenn Harris joins to dish details on the trip to Las Vegas next year - how did it come about? What do the Warriors get out of it? What is the best way to sort your trip to Sin City and years worth of regret? New Zealand writer Alex Powell is back to analyse the fallout of an ego-crushing loss to the Raiders - is the season over?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors chief executive Cameron George joins to reveal the secrets behind their record-breaking run of sold out home games and to give more details about the new Warriors pub. Newstalk ZB's Nathan Limm and New Zealand Herald writer Alex Powell discuss Friday's tussle with the Raiders - what changes need to be made? Plus Luke Metcalf is back training and the Wahs are going to Las Vegas - how good!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Roger Tuivasa-Sheck reflects on a heartbreaking golden point loss to the Bulldogs, how he found switching to fullback and what more we can expect from promising debutante Leka Halasima. Nick Bewley comes steaming off the interchange to analyse the injuries, refereeing, their dire fifth tackle plays PLUS Mitch Barnett will play in State of Origin game three!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors halfback Te Maire Martin explains the reasons behind his continued success in the number seven jersey alongside Chanel Harris-Tavita and why he felt "zero pressure" in attempting to rectify one of the worst losses in franchise history. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess will analyse a stellar bounce back performance against the Broncos and argue whether Shaun Johnson will be able to get back into the side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - A new low for the Warriors. Nick Bewley and Michael Burgess are behind the mic and dissect the hellish nature of their latest defeat on the Gold Coast. Willie Poching stops by for an extended chat to try and make sense of the club's equal heaviest loss in history and we all have a crack at putting ourselves in Andrew Webster’s shoes for what unquestionably is his toughest challenge to date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Australian rugby league journalist and Triple M radio host Ben Dobbin joins to explain why Kurt Capewell has earned a shock recall to the Queensland State of Origin side. Dobbin will argue why New Zealand needs to host a State of Origin match, why the Anzac Day test should return and reveal how seriously the Christchurch bid for an NRL team being taken in Australia. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess react to a frustrating defeat to Storm and examine how the Warriors can avoid another humiliating loss to the Titans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - what on earth does Andrew Webster do with the halves combination after a stellar performance from Te Maire Martin and Chanel Harris-Tavita, and Shaun Johnson back next week? Nathan Limm is joined by Newstalk ZB's Nick Bewley to analyse the Warriors' hiding of the Cowboys and rate their chances of upsetting the Storm at Mt Smart this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - One New Zealand chief executive Jason Paris joins to explain how they're looking to use Artificial Intelligence to help the Warriors strategize. Paris also discusses last year's public feud with the NRL referees and what he's learned as the sponsor of one of Aotearoa's most major sports teams. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess will name their top players, biggest surprise and biggest disappointment to mark the halfway point in the season and take a look at the Cowboys as the Warriors return from the bye.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Warriors centre Adam Pompey reflects on another outstanding win from a depleted side over the top four Dolphins, which he describes as a "dogfight". Pompey discusses the struggle of getting demoted to reserve grade after Roger Tuivasa-Sheck's return and gives his take on Dallin Watene-Zelezniak's performance at fullback. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess unpack the result, Mitch Barnett's State of Origin call-up and more off-field drama for Addin Fonua-Blake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Newstalk ZB's voice of sport in Christchurch Nick Bewley joins Nathan Limm to react to a famous and shocking Warriors win over the Panthers in Brisbane. The duo going unpack the stellar performances of Te Maire Martin and Taine Tuaupiki, with words from coach Andrew Webster and stand-in skipper Mitch Barnett. Nathan and Nick discuss the formula for repeating that success against the Dolphins back at Mt Smart on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Newstalk ZB's Nathan Limm and NZ Herald's Michael Burgess will attempt to unravel another harrowing loss and survey the damage from injuries to Shaun Johnson and possibly Wayde Egan and Freddy Lussick. The duo give their two cents on who should play halfback and whether there's a snowball's chance in hell of the Warriors turning it around against the Panthers in Brisbane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - Former Kiwis coach and New Zealand rugby league legend Sir Graham Lowe joins to break down what's going wrong with the Warriors attack. He gives his take on the bunker and whether team changes need to be made. Nathan Limm loses his rag at Dallin Watene-Zelezniak's would-be penalty try. Michael Burgess explains why nothing is working for the Warriors and why there's more pain to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Big League Podcast - a despondent Dallin Watene-Zelezniak joins to explain that shocking loss to the Gold Coast Titans on Anzac Day. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess discuss what's going wrong with the Warriors' defence - 43 missed tackles - and the duo explain why their next opponents the Knights are in exactly the same boat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former New Zealand league, union and sevens representative Honey Hireme-Smiler joins Nathan Limm to dish inside intel on sevens and union players who are interested in joining the Warriors women in the NRLW. Hireme-Smiler also calls for Shaun Johnson to coach the team, should he retire at the end of the year. Michael Burgess explains why the Warriors middles are getting beaten up following the shock loss to the Dragons. Nathan and Burge react to the James Fisher-Harris signing and analyse what makes Gold Coast Titans so dangerous. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors hooker Wayde Egan joins to address growing speculation he's in line for a maiden State of Origin call-up for New South Wales. An exhausted Egan also reflects on the miracle 22-all draw with Manly. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess argue whether the Warriors got lucky in winning a last-minute penalty to force the tie. The duo unpack the Zac Lomax drama at the Dragons and reminisce on high school glory days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad joins the podcast to open up on how he's dealt with the public demand for Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to take his spot at fullback. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess discuss why extending Wayde Egan's deal could be the most important move of the season, dissect a ruthless win over the Rabbitohs and decide whether the Sea Eagles could be the Warriors' most difficult challenge of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big-name Warriors second-rower Kurt Capewell joins Michael Burgess to discuss his top display of the season, the keys to the Warriors outclassing the Knights and his "Capewah" treatment on the streets of Auckland. Nathan Limm reacts to the disastrous injury to Luke Metcalf and outlines how Chanel Harris-Tavita has suddenly become crucial to the Warriors' title hopes. Burge explains why the Rabbitohs are the Warriors' Kryptonite and complains about Nathan's Easter egg haul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Warriors and Kiwis coach Frank Endacott joins Nathan Limm to discuss the win over the Raiders, why Christchurch's atmosphere was the best he's ever experienced and which South Island expansion bid deserves our backing. Nathan almost loses his rag over the NRL's independent doctor leaving Taine Tuaupiki on the field after his head knock and Newstalk ZB's Nick Bewley breaks down the Warriors' frustrating missed opportunities versus the Raiders plus all the positives ahead of the Knights game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dynasty Sport co-founder Tyler Rakich joins Nathan Limm to discuss the unprecedented success of the new heritage jersey plus what new merch is on the way. Michael Burgess breaks down why Warriors fans can have plenty of hope despite a heartbreaking loss to the Storm in Melbourne. The duo outline what worries them most about facing the Raiders in Christchurch and give key details about the Warriors' new pub in Kingsland. Burge takes his shirt off at Eden Park and gloats about his perfect tipping round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Webster, Tohu Harris and Shaun Johnson explain what went wrong against the Sharks at Mt Smart Stadium. All three deny the occasion overawed the group, and point to discipline and absorbing pressure as key issues. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess unpack that flat second half and which players let themselves down in round one. The duo take a look at the Melbourne Storm and how the Warriors might be able to leave the graveyard of AAMI Park with a victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck joins The Big League Podcast to discuss the conversation with his wife which saw him pick the Warriors over a Japanese rugby deal, reinventing himself as a centre and why he's enjoining NOT being captain. Te Maire Martin and Chanel Harris-Tavita share their thoughts on the battle for five-eighth. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess argue whether Las Vegas was a success, outline the Ezra Mam-Spencer Leniu alleged racism incident and the first round of predictions for the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaun Johnson joins The Big League Podcast to discuss whether he's open to a contract extension and why he's hungrier than ever coming off the back of what he's described as his best ever season. Johnson reveals how golf has been instrumental to his longevity and how age and experience has changed his abilities on the field. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess highlight the key takeaways from preseason matches against the Tigers and Dolphins. They also speculate on the Addin Fonua-Blake contracting drama and why the NRL is visiting Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwis coach Michael Maguire joins Nathan Limm to explain why he wants Warriors hooker Wayde Egan to play for New Zealand. Michael Burgess analyses the Panthers' epic grand final win over the Broncos. The duo go through their favourite moments from the Warriors' season, take a look at the squad for next year and break down the Kiwis' injury dramas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Storm rugby league legend Cameron Smith joins the podcast to discuss the Warriors' season and how Shaun Johnson has transformed his game. Nathan Limm and Michael Burgess break down the Warriors' heartbreak preliminary final loss to the Broncos in Brisbane, what the NRL's done about THAT forward pass and outline what to expect from the NRL grand final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man who scored the winning try the last time the Warriors played in a preliminary final - Lewis Brown - joins Nathan Limm to reflect on 2011 and why he's confident the Warriors can make the grand final. Michael Burgess is back to describe the unbelievable occasion against the Knights at Mt Smart and give updates on key injuries. The duo dissect exactly how the Warriors can beat the Broncos in Brisbane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby league royalty in the form of Ruben Wiki joins Nick Bewley to talk all things Warriors Knights as well as a trip down memory lane to revisit the club's last home final in 2008 featuring THAT famous run off the back fence. The NZ Herald's Chris Reive reports back after enduring the tough loss to Penrith from the media benches at Bluebet Stadium before he and Nick dive into where the Warriors need to improve to beat a red-hot Newcastle side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior New Zealand Herald writers Michael Burgess and Chris Rattue join Newstalk ZB's Nathan Limm and Nick Bewley to go through all of the key issues ahead of the Warriors' first NRL Finals appearance since 2018. NZME's expert panel go through the loss to the Dolphins, Te Maire Martin's form, the new FastPass ticketing fee, Mt Smart versus Eden Park, how Penrith can be beaten and give finals predictions and analysis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar joins Nathan Limm to dispel any mystery surrounding Tohu Harris' injury. Michael Burgess dives into the confusion about whether Luke Metcalf is out for the season. The duo reviews a seventh straight victory and examines wholesale team changes ahead of their final regular season game of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Herald writer Chris Reive joins Nathan Limm to debate whether the Warriors got lucky in the win over the Sea Eagles when Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad made dangerous mid-air contact with Reuben Garrick. They also discuss whether fans and media should be positive or critical about the Warriors' form after six straight wins. Reive lays out exactly what they need to show against the Dragons to give fans confidence and whether the Warriors should take an NRL finals game to Eden Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Warriors prop and cult hero Mark Tookey joins us to discuss the influence Daniel Anderson had on the club as the game rallies around the well-respected coach following a life changing accident last year. Nick Bewley and the New Zealand Herald's Michael Burgess unpack another untidy Warriors win this time over the Tigers and look ahead to Friday's clash against Manly, while Burge tries to offer Nick a solution as he weighs up a pressing dilemma with September fast approaching.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors fullback Taine Tuaupiki joins Nick Bewley for an extensive chat. The Taharoa product explains why he turned down other NRL offers after a phone call from Andrew Webster, how his rugby league dream nearly fizzled out in Queensland and his reaction after an unexpected appearance in Friday's win over the Titans. Nick and the New Zealand Herald's Michael Burgess try and make sense of a strange game on the GC and look ahead to the Warriors trip to the 'Tron to take on the Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newstalk ZB's Nick Bewley and the New Zealand Herald's Michael Burgess take a look at the Warriors side heading to the Gold Coast to face the Titans on Friday which features the return of the team's heart and soul in Jazz Tevaga. The duo discuss the club's recent moves in the centres and coach Andrew Webster's refusal to look at the NRL ladder with five rounds to go in the regular season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors centre Rocco Berry joins Nathan Limm to discuss his best performance of the season in the demolition of the Sharks over the weekend and whether he supports the player media boycott. Nathan and Michael Burgess clash over whether a win over the Raiders will mean the Warriors will make the NRL's top four. The duo look ahead to what's effectively a four-point game against the Raiders on Friday and Burge discusses his new haircut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Peter Leitch - the Mad Butcher - explains why he thinks Andrew Webster is "The Messiah", provides an insight into how the Warriors are coping with the increased expectation and gives Nathan Limm plenty of stick for asking stupid questions. Michael Burgess reacts to the players' media ban and their dispute with the NRL. Nathan and Burge dissect the epic win over the Eels and unpack whether the Warriors can pull off another victory over the Cronulla Sharks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior NZ Herald writer Michael Burgess reveals the details of his one-on-one chat with Shaun Johnson and why the halfback is likely to be absent from the Warriors' next NRL game against the Parramatta Eels. Nathan Limm tees off about the Warriors' inability to adapt to wet conditions after their capitulation against the Rabbitohs at Mt Smart. The duo analyse the potential weaknesses in the Eels and Burge gives Nathan plenty of stick about Queensland's State of Origin dominance over New South Wales.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors hooker Wayde Egan joins Nathan Limm to discuss their incredible form and how they plan to derail the South Sydney Rabbitohs in front of a sold-out Mt Smart Stadium. Nathan argues why the next four weeks will prove whether the Warriors are capable of winning the NRL. Michael Burgess answers whether Marata Niukore has a problem with discipline in contact after a fourth charge from the NRL judiciary. The duo discuss why Ed Kosi's been left out of the team and Burge catches Nathan off-guard with some Warriors trivia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Limm argues why Roger Tuivasa-Sheck needs to return to the Warriors NOW after missing out on All Blacks selection. Michael Burgess discusses what it would take for RTS to get back into tip top league shape, with comments from Andrew Webster on whether discussions have begun. Burge tries to convince Nathan why golden point should be dropped from the NRL, much to Nathan's disgust. The duo examine the Warriors team named to face the Dragons in Wollongong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.