The Bonus Point Rugby Pod
The Bonus Point is a sporting podcast based predominately on the game of Rugby Union. This podcast provides a platform to athletes, coaches & other individuals to share their story, experiences in the game & spark important conversations regarding topics/issues in the world today.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 54 minutes
- Episodes
- 69
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ep 66 - Cup Fever: Grabbing Glory on Every Continent
This episode is dedicated to the passing of my dad Steve. We are chatting about all the cups that are up for grabs:
- Pacific Nations Cup
- The Rugby Championship
- Women's Rugby World Cup
Episode 65 - Test Match Footy Is Back
This weeks episode were chatting about:
- All Blacks vs France
- British & Irish Lions vs Wallabies
- Kalyn Ponga to union!??
Episode 64 - Chiefs OR Crusaders!!??
We unpack a lot on this weeks podcast.
- Super Rugby Pacific Finals (Chiefs vs Crusaders)
- British & Irish Lions vs Argentina
- Wallabies Squad
- Ardie Savea off to Japan in 2026
- Premiership vs Super Rugby
You w…
Episode 63 - The Playoff Picture
We are back to chat all about playoff footy!! On this episode, here is what is on the cards:
First Half Segment - Super Rugby Quarter & Semi Final Picture
Second Half Segment - Ngani Laumape signs wit…
Episode 62 - Growing the game
On this weeks episode we are joined by Samantha Lovett (@samloverugby) who is a a freelance digital content creator specializing in enhancing the global appeal of rugby through engaging and innovativ…
Episode 61 - IRFU 7's Program Gone!!??
On this weeks episode we have on old friend join the show to chat about:
- Our starting Wallabies XV (is Noah & Joseph are out due to injury)
- IRFU scrapping their 7’s program
- ANZAC Test Match - Top 3 play…
Episode 60 - Moana Pasifika, PNC & the Lions Squad!!??
On this weeks episode, Jeremy Lardner (Dua Moana Podcast) joins us to chat about:
- Moana Pasifika
- The Pacific Nations Cup
- The British & Irish Lions Squad
Episode 59 - What a RD1!!
Round 1 of Super Rugby Pacific did not disappoint...and we have a lot of things to chat about!! Our show will feature:
- Lightning Quick Recap - Round 1
Tj & Guest James Tesoriero (Rugby Director for St…
Episode 58 - Super Rugby Pacific Kickoff
Super Rugby Pacific has returned and so has TBP for 2025. We chat with Joe Basser (former Melbourne Rebels Academy, Rugby New York & Anthem RC player) and got his opinion on:
- Biggest signings in the o…
Episode 57 - The Razor Era (All Blacks Squad 2024)
The Razor Era is officially here!! I catch up with Tevita in Santa Barbara so we can chat about:
- All Blacks in 2024 & the pecking order
- Missing Players (Snubs OR Valid??)
- Upcoming Games
RFCLA Fan Pod - Ep 2 w/ Jason Emery
On this weeks episode, we catch up with Jason Emery who brings a wealth of experience skill. We get to learn about Jason's career, his move to LA and his thoughts about the double header game this we…
RFCLA Fan Pod - Ep 1 w/ Dane Zander
Welcome to the first episode of the RFCLA (Major League Rugby) Fan Podcast. This segment is to bring more news & local content for the passionate LA Rugby fans as well as bring more awareness about o…
Episode 56 w/ Sam V
We are back for the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season and starting the year off strong. We get to catch up with 2 time Best Pacific R&B/Soul Artist winner (Pacific Music Awards) & die hard Hurricanes f…
Episode 55 w/ James Semple (New York Iron Workers)
On this weeks episode we got to catch up with Head Coach of the New York Iron Workers (Major League Rugby) - James Semple. James has both a strong playing (Counties Manukau, North Harbour, Utah Warri…
Episode 54 - Out With The Old, In With The New
Ok everyone, strap yourselves in because on this week's episode we chat all about:
- Brad Thorne leaving the QLD Reds
- RTS heading back to the Warriors (NRL)
- The Chiefs remaining undefeated
- Su…
Episode 53 w/ Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu
On this weeks episode we got to catch up with current Black Ferns & Waitomo Chiefs Manawa player - Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu. Arihiana is one of the few players lucky enough to be contracted with the N…
Episode 52 - Clash Of The Titans (ft. Orene Ai_i)
This week we're lucky to be joined by 03 Super Rugby champion, 05 IRB 7's player of the year & true legend of game...Orene Ai'i. Rens got to chatting all about his recent reunion with the 03 Blues ch…
Episode 51 - The Comeback Kids
The Bonus Point Rugby Podcast is back and we're PACKED TO THE BRIM with some amazing special guests!! Check out our first episode of the year including:
- Michael Mau'u (Moana Pasifika)
- Sione Helu (…
Episode 50 - End of Year Tours (Oct 20th)
On this weeks episode, the crew are back at "Since 86" Studios to chat all about the passing of Sean Wainui, the upcoming tours for the All Blacks/Wallabies + the recent signings for the Moana Pasifi…
The Bonus Point - Rugby Championship Wrap Up (Oct 14th)
The All Blacks were the victors of the Rugby Championship....but who had the most successful campaign? Tune in to hear our thoughts.