A rugby show like no other, where the only thing bigger than the names are the laughs and good times.
In an unfiltered chinwag with host and comedian, James 'The Professor Rochford, Adam Ashley-Cooper, Matt Giteau and Drew Mitchell share incredible stories from their global careers and offer their take on rugby's latest happenings. Every week we'll be diving into what’s been going on across ‘the game they play in heaven’ amongst other on and off-field fun.
Imagine catching up with your mates at the local drinking hole and debriefing on the weekend's antics…that is if your mates were some of the best rugby players of all time!
That’s the low-down. We love making it and hope you'll love tuning in.
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A rugby show like no other, where the only thing bigger than the names are the laughs and good times.
In an unfiltered chinwag with host and comedian, James 'The Professor Rochford, Adam Ashley-Cooper, Matt Giteau and Drew Mitchell share incredible stories from their global careers and offer their take on rugby's latest happenings. Every week we'll be diving into what’s been going on across ‘the game they play in heaven’ amongst other on and off-field fun.
Imagine catching up with your mates at the local drinking hole and debriefing on the weekend's antics…that is if your mates were some of the best rugby players of all time!
That’s the low-down. We love making it and hope you'll love tuning in.
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This week on the KOKO Show we deliver you some serious double trouble in the guest department, as we are joined by Italian Centurion Martin Castrogiovanni live in the studio and all the way from Manchester the Wallaroos swiss army knife Lori Cramer gets up early to talk some shop. The big, bold and extremely beautiful Castrogiovanni shakes off the effects of ‘Fiji Time’ to join the lads live on set and chat about the Boks bouncing back in Cape Town over the Wallabies and how the ‘Win’ Pumas created history knocking off the All Blacks for the first time on home soil. However, when Castro is in your presence it isn’t all fun filled frivolities about footy, this former tight headed loose unit has had a colourful career, filled with funny yarns, huge fines and kick ass parties. So get ready to laugh your finest Italian Merino socks off, because this larger than life long haired larikin really blows the bloody doors off.
Plus, all the way from sunny old ‘Mancs’ Lori Cramer jumps online to discuss the Wallaroos’ smash up job of Samoa in match one of the RWC, as well as how the girls are shaping up to take on the foe adorned in stars and stripes, the USA in match two. She opens up about what life is like in camp, the pressures surrounding a good World Cup run, as well as admitting to the fact that she might actually be the Drew Mitchell of the Wallaroos squad. So ladies and gentlemen, sit back, relax and enjoy the KOKO ride, because this old chestnut takes some tangy twists and turns. It is time for an all new ep of Kicks Off and Kicks Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
02:36 - Intro Martin Castrogiovanni
05:42 - KOKO Learnings
11:44 - SPRINGBOKS V WALLABIES REVIEW
20:08 - ARGENTINA V ALL BLACKS REVIEW
25:20 - What does Castro do for work?
26:15 - Castro’s time in Toulon
28:21 - Memories of playing for Italy v the Wallabies
30:00 - Castro’s start in rugby union
33:01 - Castro’s run in with Richard Cockerill / the press conference
37:47 - Castro’s visits to the match tribunal
38:58 - Castro getting sacked by Racing 92
45:27 - Castro’s rugby camps
48:19 - Castro’s Toulon teammates
51:16 - Troubles in Toulon
52:42 - The KOKO Quiz
58:56 - The Lori Cramer interview
01:13:57 - Shute Shield Final Preview
01:15:41 - Budgy Smuggler Promo
01:16:43 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we have two very special guests that top and tail this groundbreaking episode. To start off, the lads are joined by one of the most prominent voices in South African rugby, a man that has played 9 tests for the Springboks and from all reports he does his best work at altitude, it is of course Mr Hanyani ‘Shimmy’ Shimange. Whilst Shimmy was stuffing his face with humble pie, the lads discussed the Wallabies’ historic win at Ellis Park over the World Champion Springboks, breaking down how it happened from 22-5 down and where it all went wrong for the shell-shocked home side. The boys looked at individual moments, plays and performances that shaped this drought breaking win, whilst also looking forward to this week’s match in Cape Town and what we can expect to see from this wounded Springboks side. Plus, when all the gloating and yahooing quietened down we eventually moved on to cover the other TRC result from the weekend, which saw the mighty All Blacks server up some seriously fast footy to take down Los Pumas 41-24 in Cordoba. With week one of the TRC in the books, it is fair to say this Wallabies team has shocked the rugby world, but here at KOKO we told you this ‘Schmidt’ was going to happen.
To continue this groundbreaking piece of podcasting history we are joined by Wallaroos enforcer and metre eating sensation Bree-Anna Browne. She joined us from the Wallaroos’ World Cup camp in Manchester to spill all the tea on what their tournament prep is looking like and how training is going before game one against Samoa. The KOKO Show along with Australia are throwing all their love and support behind the ‘Gals in Gold’ and here is hoping they shake things up at RWC2025. So sit back, relax and adorn those beautiful faces with pore clogging face paint, this week we are eating, drinking and sleeping all things green and gold. In conclusion we just want to say “stand up Australia” it is time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
02:00 - Initial reactions to the Wallabies win
03:18 - Introduce Shimmy
04:57 - The reaction in South Africa
06:39 - South African changes for game 2
08:12 - South African fans in shock
10:12- How do South Africa nullify McReight
11:57 - What went wrong in the second half?
14:05 - What did Rassie say after the game?
16:34 - the struggles of playing at altitude
18:30 - Cocky SA fans at half time
21:50 - Siya Kolisi’s injury and the world rankings
23:33 - Farewell to Shimmy
24:56 - Best spots in Cape Town
26:27 - SOUTH AFRICA V WALLABIES KOKO REVIEW
35:00 - ARGENTINA V ALL BLACKS KOKO REVIEW
40:45 - The KOKO Quiz
45:56 - The Bree-Anna Browne Wallaroos interview
48:11 - Wallaroos team bonding
50:00 - Prepping for match 1 against Samoa
52:37 - Wallaroos players to watch out for in England
56:39 - Bench, Start and Drop
01:01:14 - Merch Update Budgy Smuggler PJs out now
01:02:47 - Goit’s gripes with parents at Saturday sport
01:04:38 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the lads are joined by the newest inductee into the World Rugby Hall of Fame, a man that has played over 80 games for the Wallabies, has won a Lions Series and has lifted ‘Bill’ above his beautifully sculpted head. He is one the best Aussies to ever do it, so please welcome Mr 172…Matt Burke. With the Lions Tour well and truly in the rear vision mirror the lads with Burkey’s help are turning their attention to the TRC, which is kicking off this weekend with the Wallabies taking on the Springboks and the Pumas hosting the All Blacks. We have always said that the TRC is the south’s version of the Six Nations, just with bigger players and better footy…jokes of course. Thus, the fellas set out to give you a full preview of this upcoming succulent feast of fast paced rugby, with squads, tips and smoking hot talking points. The boys also get around to addressing some of the news sweeping the Rugby Union landscape this week, but none bigger than Australia’s own Matt Burke getting himself a funny little hat, a cancelled trip to Monaco and having his Hall of Fame presentation in torrential rain at Homebush. Thanks to our dear friends at Budgy Smuggler you will notice the boys are draped in the finest Wallabies pyjamas and looking the part on a set overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge, but fear not our fearless fans we might be in a new location but we guarantee the same old shit. So sit back, relax and pour yourself a crisp white from the Napa Valley, it’s time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
01:33 - How did Burkey recover after the Lions Series
07:14 - Budgy Smugglers Wallabies Pyjama plug
08:27 - KOKO Learnings
14:48 - The boys talking about playing in South Africa
16:56 - Burkey on joining the World Rugby Hall of Fame
24:00 - Burkey’s take on the Wallabies during the Lions Series
27:53 - The Death of the Giteau Law
35:10 - SPRINGBOKS V WALLABIES PREVIEW
44:02 - The influence of the Springbok style of rugby
48:25 - Swoop’s hot tips for a night out in Johannesburg
50:09 - The great experiences when touring in South Africa
53:26 - ARGENTINA V ALL BLACKS PREVIEW
55:02 - Stories about playing in Argentina
57:02 - Other Rugby News
01:00:47 - The KOKO Quiz
01:06:10 - Budgy Smugglers Wallabies Pyjama plug
01:07:26 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the lad’s souls are bent but most certainly not broken. After eight weeks of touring alongside the Lions, KOKO has returned home to bind their wounds and rebuild for what is going to be an exciting Rugby Championship. Thanks to our dear friends at Guinness we break down Test Match three in our ‘Perfect Pour’ segment and the lads celebrate the fact that this young Australian team are building to something special with a home World Cup on the horizon in 2027. The fellas looked in every nook and cranny from Saturday night's game and they have determined that the Lions are worthy winners of the 2025 series, however, they opened up both barrels on all the pundits that claimed it wouldn't be worth touring to Australia and that Wallabies are not worthy foe… How do you like us now? So as we put a tidy little bow on this record breaking series, bathe in Wallabies glory and get a new script for Doxycycline from our GPs, the lads turn their attention to the TRC and how this young Aussie side will go against the other Southern Hemisphere juggernauts in only a matter of weeks. So sit back, relax and wave goodbye to the sea of red, congratulations on the series win but please politely leave this country that you sent us to and don't come back for another 12 or so years… only kidding. Sorry we got carried away. It is now time for a buoyant and happy episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:24 - Prof’s David v Goliath debate
04:54 - KOKO Learnings
11:08 - WALLABIES V LIONS TEST MATCH 3 REVIEW
16:19 - Guinness Perfect Pour Segment
22:23 - Prof’s Sexy Stats brought to you by Active Ops
28:20 - KOKO Lions Series Awards
35:40 - KOKO Lads Tour Highlights
40:58 - Looking forward to the TRC
41:52 - WALLAROOS V WALES REVIEW AND WC SQUAD
43:38 - Merch Update
44:46 - Sponsor shoutouts
46:07 - The lads sum up the Lions Series
49:30 - Socials and website
49:49 - Thanking the crew
50:44 - Sydney Carnage Package
01:02:34 - Close of the show
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This week on the KOKO Show the lads try and pick up the pieces after experiencing what was an emotional weekend for Aussie rugby fans in Melbourne. If you have been living under a rock, the Wallabies were pipped at the post on Saturday by a resurgent Lions team that claimed a big series win 2-0 at the MCG. Despite being heartbroken and frustrated with the result the KOKO lads paint on a pretty smile and give you a full review of what happened at the ‘G’ in Guinness’ ‘Perfect Pour’ segment and they reiterate just how important it is for the Wallabies to pick themselves up, dust themselves off and show up big in Sydney.
The lads are joined by one of the greatest to ever do it in George Gregan and they discuss how the series might be done but the ability to keep writing this resurgent Aussie rugby narrative is well and truly still on track. With George’s rugby mind overflowing with brilliance the KOKO Crew dive deep into the psyche of a champion to see where he believes Aussie rugby is at and where it needs to go. So, sit back, relax and tip your cap to the Lions, they deserve our respect. It is time for an all new yet slightly sorrowful episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:09 - KOKO Learnings
09:42 - WALLABIES V LIONS GAME 2 REVIEW
24:28 - Guinness Perfect Pour Segment
29:12 - Guinness Sydney Live Show plug
29:28 - KOKO welcomes George Gregan
32:48 - Greegs’ take on Test Match 2
34:00 - If Greegs was captain what would he have said at halftime?
35:46 - Greegs’ take on the Gordon and Lynagh combo
37:05 - Greegs on why he wont lace the boots up again
40:07 - Drew talking about how Greegs used to say wingers shouldn’t go into touch
41:20 - Greegs on where Aussie rugby is at right now
46:13 - Greegs on how good this Lions team is
47:58 - Greegs on that decision
50:09 - Greegs on John Eales as a captain
54:03 - The boys on what they learnt from George
01:01:02 - BENCH, START AND DROP
01:05:52 - Sexy Stats brought to you by Active Ops
01:08:34 - TAB Segment
01:11:09 - MJ Bale ticket plug
01:11:02 - WALLAROOS V WALES
01:11:55 - MERCH PLUG
01:14:15 - KOKO Melbourne carnage package
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Direct to you from Melbourne the KOKO Crew breakdown all the action from MCG, merely moments after Lions have clinched the 2025 series. The lads discuss their raw emotions after the Wallabies were dramatically pipped at the post in truly heartbreaking fashion. The fellas have a little look at moments from the game that saw the British and Irish Lions claim a famous series victory after trailing by as much as 18 points throughout the match. To round out the review, the lads talk about the heart and effort shown across the board by both sides and they illuminate the positive green shoots of potential that the Wallabies have shown over the past two weeks. As a nation we will get back up, dust ourselves off and get ready to go again in Sydney and beyond. Get ready for the KOKO Game 2 review Victorian style!
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This week on the KOKO Show the lads use the warmth of mateship and connection to repair their wounds sustained in Bris-Vegas, we mend, we grow and we do it all again in Melbourne. As you all know, 52,500 screaming fans took to Brisbane last week in the hope that their side would take the choccys in the first match of the Test Series. The KOKO crew use this episode to unpack all the action from the Lion’s dominant win over the Wallabies, a match that saw the touring team take the result out of the hosts hands in the first 40 mins. The boys pontificate on possible coaching changes in game two, as well as the Wallabies remaining focused on sticking to a gameplan and working on execution rather than rediscovery. As the Melbourne match edges itself into focus, the ‘G’ explodes into raptures and the Wallabies' destiny hangs by a thread. It is time for the Wallabies to stand up and make this one count. It’s time to re-adjust the current take on Australian Rugby and it is time for another episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMECODES
00:00 - Start of the show
04:24 - KOKO Learnings
09:01 - WALLABIES V LIONS REVIEW PART 1
12:57 - Guinness Perfect Pour
19:35 - Sydney Live show plug
22:24 - WALLABIES V LIONS REVIEW PART 2 THANKS TO ACTIVE OPS
32:15 - The Sole of the Game brought to you by RM Williams
41:50 - Other International scores
43:30 - FIRST NATIONS/PASIFIKA V LIONS PREVIEW
46:53 - TAB Odds Segment
51:17 - Prof’s Ronan O’Gara story from Brisbane
41:43 - Which Lion Was it Anyway?
56:47 - WALLAROOS V WALES PREVIEW
58:48 - Merch update
01:01:52 - Guinness shout out
01:02:45 - Classic Wallabies v Lions Legends plug
01:04:32 - The Brisbane Carnage Package
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Direct to you from Caxton Street in Brisbane the KOKO Crew breakdown all the action from Suncorp Stadium, merely moments after Lions clinched a 1-0 lead in the 2025 series. The lads discuss where the Lions excelled throughout the 80 minutes and where the Wallabies need to improve in Melbourne for game 2. The fellas have a little look at moments from the game that were turning points in the series opener, as well as certain officiating decisions that hampered the game for both sides in the contest. To round out the review, the lads look forward to next Saturday where these two teams head to the 'Grand Old Lady' (MCG) either for the Lions to claim a dominant series win or for the mighty Wallabies to square the ledger. Get ready for the KOKO Game 1 review Brisbane style!
TIMECODES
00:00 - Intro to the show on Caxton Street
00:43 - Initial thoughts on the game
01:20 - The Wallabies’ second half
03:25 - The Wallabies’ slow start
05:25 - Some officiating gripes
06:53 - The Lions slowed down the Aussie ruck
07:32 - What do the Aussie’s do leading into game two?
08:35 - How did the boys enjoy the night?
09:13 - The Sea of Red was truly special
09:43 - Close of the show
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This week on the KOKO Show we come to you from the glorious confines of the MJ Bale flagship store in Martin Place, Sydney. The lads are dressed to impress with some silky threads that lift the spirits and allow the human form to podcast like they have never podcasted before, all thanks to MJ Bale. We have arrived ladies and gentlemen, the first Test Match between the Lions and the Wallabies is soon upon us and the KOKO Crew couldn't be more up and about at the prospect of two great teams doing battle at Suncorp Stadium. To help us along this joyous journey, we have enlisted the help of two very special guests. The first has played over 90 caps for Wales and he was one of the brave men that took down the Wallabies in 2013, it is none other than Dr Jamie Roberts and the other is triple international, cross-code footy legend and rugby media’s leading lady Allana Ferguson.
Jamie joins the lads for the first half of the show to muse and discuss how both sides will shape up and prepare this week leading into the first Test. We discuss potential tactics, predicted sides and what the Lions will do to navigate this growing laundry list of injured players. Plus, ‘The King’ sticks around to give us his ‘Perfect Pour’ from the weekend just gone, all thanks to our headline sponsor Guinness, as well as playing a little game of ‘Which Lion Was it Anyway?’
We have always said, when one guest leaves you replace them with someone better. Step to the fore Allana Ferguson. All thanks to our great friends at TAB, Allana joined the show to crunch the odds heading into the first Test Match this Saturday in Brisbane. Plus, she unleashes her depth of knowledge to give us a full wrap of the Wallaroos’ encouraging loss to the Black Ferns in Wellington and how the ladies are shaping up with the Rugby World Cup on the horizon this August.
So in summation, it is time to bloody lock in. We have waited 12 long years to get our chance at revenge against this crimson clad gaggle of geezers and let’s not let this one slide. They have taken over our beaches, booked up our restaurants and are smugly drinking our beer. But they will never take our podcast! It is time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMECODES
00:00 - Start of the show
02:45 - Introduce Jamie Roberts
04:00 - Jamie’s connection to the guys
09:37 - KOKO’s Learnings
16:59 - The MJ Bale Store and plug
22:37 - WALLABIES V LIONS PREVIEW
30:07 - 2013 LIONS TOUR GAME 1 MEMORIES
36:44 - The Perfect Pour brought to you by Guinness
42:44 - Guinness Live Show Plugs
45:00 - Other International Results
47:32 - South Africa’s cheeky plays against Italy
50:08 - First Nations/Pasifika v Lions Preview
52:03 - Felons Barrel Hall Live Show Plug
53:00 - ‘Which Lion was it Anyway?’
58:50 - TAB Segment with Allana Ferguson
01:03:51 - WALLAROOS V BLACK FERNS REVIEW
01:07:35 - How the Wallaroos are looking for the World Cup
01:09:39 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we are joined in the studio by great mate of the pod, Japanese rugby’s hunkiest half and Wallabies legend, Mr Bernard “The IceMan' Foley. The Nard Dog along with the KOKO Crew go really deep on the Wallabies’ last gasp win over the Flying Fijians in Newcastle, as well as breaking down the Lions’ hard fought victory over the gallant Waratahs in an all new serving of the ‘Perfect Pour’ thanks to our headline sponsor Guinness.
Plus, the guys get caught up in the beauty of numbers as they preview all the upcoming matches on the British and Irish Lions Tour, focusing heavily on the Lions’ clash with the Brumbies this Wednesday all thanks to our great mates at TAB. If you thought to yourself, that just doesn't seem to be enough footy for my liking, we also run you through the AUNZ Invitational XV that will take on the Lions this Saturday and the guys mount a case about how this star-studded roster might be the team to tame these freckle faced felines. Finally, to round out this pleasure packed pod of production perfection we couldn't help but bring back a second instalment of the highly anticipated game that is sweeping the nation 'Which Lion Was It Anyway?’
So, sit back, relax, pour yourself an ice cold Guinness and please avoid any large groups of Lions fans. To paraphrase one of the greatest movies of all time ‘Cool Runnings’ - ‘Feel the rhythm! Feel the rhyme! Get on up! It’s almost Test Match time’. Ladies and gentlemen please enjoy the latest episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
02:51 - KOKO’s Learnings
09:23 - Budgie Smuggler shoot and KOKO Collection (add tag)
11:56 - Rugby Round Up Segment - WALLABIES V FIJI REVIEW
26:54 - The Perfect Pour brought to you by Guinness - Waratahs v Lions
28:00 - Swoop’s perfect pour - Huw Jones’ game v Waratahs
30:11 - Bernard’s perfect pour - Charlie Gamble’s breakdown work
31:39 - Drew’s perfect pour - The Lions players chatting to fans
33:10 - Matt’s perfect pour - Owen Farrell’s call up
37:42 - The boys split the G
39:55 - The Guinness Live Show plug (add tag)
41:27 - AUNZ INVITATIONAL TEAM V LIONS PREVIEW
46:04 - Felons Barrel Hall KOKO Live Show - Brisbane (add tag)
47:09 - TAB ODDS SEGMENT - BRUMBIES V LIONS
51:00 - International Rugby Scores
57:57 - ‘Which Lion was it Anyway?’ Segment
01:03:24 - Close of the Show
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This week on the KOKO Show we thought to ourselves it is time for a little trip back to ‘No Guest Nonsense Land’, the second happiest place on earth, a place where the boys who sit on the couch week in and week out can truly shine and are at full liberty to derail this podcast if they see fit. Thanks to our fantastic headline sponsor Guinness we are going full throttle throughout this British and Irish Lions Tour and they are making sure you, our loyal fans are coming on this journey with us. In this week’s episode the lads cover more footy than you can poke a bloody stick at, we hit you with a brand new rendition of Guinness’ ‘Perfect Pour’ from the Lions v Force match, we chit chat about the demolition job South Africa inflicted on the Barbarians, we look forward to the Reds v Lions thanks to TAB and finally we preview the Wallabies v Fiji in Newcastle.
As the weather gets colder the footy is getting hotter, we are now entering the eye of the Lions storm and the lads at KOKO couldn't be happier to bare knuckle box their way through all the x’s and o’s to keep ye KOKO faithful well informed. We have reviewed and previewed everything the light touches this week and to finish we bring you a brand new game called ‘Which Lion Was It Anyway?’ and let's just say the boys get a little competitive.
So sit back, relax and have some fun watching their feline furries take over our island home. They are bold, brash and barely bathed, which is not dissimilar to the four lads that do our show every week. It is time for another episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
05:19 - KOKO Learnings
12:32 - Budgie Smuggler Fleece and KOKO Collection plug
16:12 - ‘The Perfect Pour’ Brought to you by Guinness - FORCE V LIONS REVIEW
31:11 - Guinness Live Show plug
32:29 - REDS V LIONS PREVIEW
37:04 - TAB Odds Segment - REDS V LIONS Watch-Along
41:16 - WALLABIES V FIJI PREVIEW
47:44 - WARATAHS V LIONS PREVIEW
48:37 - Drew talks about playing against the Lions for the Tahs
53:37 - SOUTH AFRICA V BARBARIANS REVIEW
57:00 - The KOKO boys talk about playing for the Barbarians
01:00:47 - TOP 14 FINAL - TOULOUSE V BORDEAUX
01:03:47 - ‘Which Lion Was It Anyway?’ Game
01:10:21 - Goodbyes and closing remarks
01:10: 34 - FELONS BARREL HALL LIVE SHOW - BRISBANE
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This week on The KOKO Show the sirens have sounded and from all reports the enemy is well and truly at the gates. That is right the British and Irish Lions have arrived on our shores after getting their pantaloons and long socks ripped up by the pouncing ‘Win Pumas’ in Dublin. Thanks to our new headline sponsor Guinness, we are bringing people together through the love of sport, as we debut our brand new segment ‘The Perfect Pour’. Plus, thanks to our dear friends at MJ Bale the KOKO lads are looking on point, as we show those Northern nobody's that us Aussies can scrub up just fine, because if you look good, you feel good and then you can pod good.
Plus, Ladies and Gentlemen as we nestle up nice and close on the eve of the Lions Series, we decided to roll in one of Australia’s big guns as this week's very special guest. This fella was side by side with our very own Swoop as the Wallabies went nose to tail with the Lions in 2013, he has played over 100 tests for the Wallabies and people would pay good money to crouch, touch, pause and engage with this beautiful big rig. It is of course the large engine that will and has, Mr Sekope Kepu. With Keps in tow the lads fine tooth comb the upcoming series, they gauge his excitement about coaching against the Lions and we get a myriad of A-grade stories that paint our guys in some interesting lights.
Finally, the KOKO Crew breaks down the Super Rugby Final, which saw the mighty Crusaders rise to the top of Southern Hemisphere rugby once again to claim their thirteenth title over the table topping Chiefs. In addition to that, we dissect the Wallabies squad that has been announced to take on Fiji in July, as we talk ins, outs and everything in between. So sit back, relax and deadbolt your doors, the Lions and their fanatics have arrived on our shores. It is time for another episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:52 - Shout out to Guinness our Major Sponsor
04:24 - KOKO Learnings
10:39 - MJ Bale shout out for dressing the boys
13:55 - The Perfect Pour brought to you by Guinness
23:02 - The Guinness Live Shows plug
25:02 - Introduce Sekope Kepu
27:39 - Sekope on playing against the Lions
28:50 - Sekope on coaching against the Lions in 2025
34:54 - Sekope on playing for Moana Pasifika
36:54 - Bench, start and Drop
41:20 - Sekope’s Lions Series Prediction
49:44 - TAB Reds v Lions Watch Along Promo
53:27 - CRUSADERS V CHIEFS REVIEW
57:50 - KOKO’s Super Rugby Awards
01:02:36 - The boys talk about the Wallabies Squad
01:06:46 - Live Show plugs
01:07:00 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the lads serve up a big old bowl of rugby flavoured frosted flakes, regaling tales of the tape from the South to the North and everywhere in between. To help us on this journey as the enemy creeps ever closer to our shores, we are pleased to unveil our new major sponsor for The Lions Tour, it is the one and only, delightfully delicious and surprisingly refreshing Guinness. With Guinness being the unofficial beer of rugby fans around the world, it is fitting they have partnered with us, as we are unanimously the unofficial podcast of rugby fans in all the galaxies.
Moreover, the mighty KOKO Show has not only landed a blue-chip sponsor, but this week we are joined by a blue-chip guest. Swoop has once again put the rubber on the road and lured in one of rugby’s dead set supernaturals. This fella has played 17 tests for the All Blacks as a player, but he truly found his calling in the coaching ranks, winning 3 World Cups and 4 Super Rugby titles; we think it is fair to say this bloke knows his x’s and o’s. It is of course the Oracle of New Zealand rugby and the ‘real’ Professor of everything awesome, Sir Wayne Smith. With Wayne in tow the lads dove deep into the world of coaching, touching on what makes great coaches tick, how coaches can get the best out of their cattle and who he thinks will win the Lions Series based on style and structure.
Plus, we wrap up the Superb Rugby semi-finals, the lads gander at the URC and Premiership Grand Finals and finally we look at the British and Irish Lions Series Winner odds powered by our dear friends at TAB. The lads then round out the show by locking in some more hungry ‘Lion Tamers’ and running through our laundry list of Live Shows that are happening in each and every city. So sit back, relax and pour yourself a fresh juicy Guinness, this one will most certainly hit different. It is time now for the newest episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
06:30 - Announcement that Guinness is our Major Sponsor for The Lions Tour
08:52 - Welcome Wayne Smith to the show
12:40 - What is Wayne doing now?
13:18 - Wayne on coaching Swoop in Japan
18:07 - Wayne predicts the Super Rugby winner
21:32 - Wayne on how the Wallabies should play
26:21 - Wayne is a student of the game
34:05 - Wayne talks about the Lions Series
36:19 - Bench, Start and Drop
40:20 - Wayne’s Lions Series Prediction
42:34 - How was everyone's weekend?
50:13 - KOKO Live Show at Felons Barrel Hall in Brisbane
51:49 - Rugby Round Up Segment
51:58 - CRUSADERS V BLUES REVIEW
53:40 - CHIEFS V BRUMBIES REVIEW
58:54 - LEINSTER V BULL REVIEW
01:01:59 - BATH V LEICESTER REVIEW
01:07:29 - TOP 14 SEMI FINAL PREVIEWS
01:08:22 - TAB Sponsored Segment
01:10:46 - The Lion Tamers
01:14:58 - KOKO Live Show at the West Bulldogs in Brisbane
01:16:00 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the band is back together to celebrate the fun, frivolity and fineries that finals footy has to offer. We tackle all the action of the Super Rugby Qualifying Finals, whilst also looking forward to the seismically sensational Semi-Finals this coming weekend. Plus, we get a little naughty up North for all the footy loving legends on the more populous side of the Equator, breaking down all the Champagne rugby from the URC and Premiership Semi-Finals.
To help us on our journey towards podcasting perfection, we enlisted the help of one of the greatest finishers of all time to dot this episode over the white line and claim victory for the good guys. This Fijian born South Auckland raised wrecking ball made a career out of cashing cheques and snapping necks as he ran past you at a rate of knots, please welcome the swan-diving sensation that is Mr Joe Rokocoko. With Joe in tow the lads reflect on his sublime 98 Test Match career, the times he made all three of them look like chumps and what it actually takes to be one of the best wingers the rugby world has ever seen.
To cap off this tremendous trot down the wingers walk of fame the lads finalise a few more selections in our table topping team of ‘Lion Tamers’. Moreover, they have a greasy little gander at some hot off the press ‘Other Rugby News’, all in the name of keeping you, our loyal listener well informed. So, book yourself a Swedish hot stone massage, sip on the complementary ice cold cucumber water and bluetooth your way into some KOKO bliss. It is now time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:15 - KOKO Learnings - The boys are playing footy again
07:55 - Live Show dates are coming
08:34 - Swoop’s unregistered car story
11:00 - Drew meeting his rugby mentor in the Gold Coast
12:46 - Drew and Gits headed up to Brisbane to promote KOKO
18:48 - Congratulations to Carlo Tizzano and Emma on their engagement
20:46 - Rugby Round Up Segment
21:04 - CRUSADERS V REDS REVIEW
24:04 - CHIEFS V BLUES REVIEW
26:00 - BRUMBIES V HURRICANES
29:06 - Super Rugby Semi Finals Predictions
32:55 - Introduce the Joe Rokocoko interview
34:43 - Joe talks about playing the KOKO boys
36:23 - Joe’s time in France
38:54 - Joe’s fondest memories in his career
40:15 - Joe’s biggest mentors
42:56 - Joe on playing against Wendell
45:31 - Joe’s try celebrations
48:28 - Best winger Joe ever faced
50:44 - Bench, Start and Drop
55:14 - Joe’s take on the current Blues side
55: 51 - Joe’s All Blacks back 3
58:08 - Joe’s take on the Wallabies v ABs
59:13 - Joe’s prediction of the 2025 Lions Series
01:01:03 - Northern Hemisphere Legends Segment
01:05:22 - The Lion Tamers
01:07:22 - Other Rugby News
01:11:51 - One KOKO Quiz Question
01:13:01 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we have a very special episode for you. It is jam packed with all your ‘Ra Ra’ remedies and footy fixes, to ensure you, our faithful fans are up to date and completely informed for your next pint at the pub. In episode 24 the lads have gone above and beyond in the guest department landing three big names to dance with your souls, in what we guarantee to be an emotional rollercoaster. Our first cab off the rank, is Australian Rugby’s big dog, the KOKO Show’s muse and our faithful fearless leader, that is right it is the one and only Mr Joe Schmidt. Smokey Joe lights up our lives with his sweet nectar surrounding the upcoming Lions Series, as well as his hot takes on what has been a very intriguing Super Rugby season. Secondly, for a little palate cleanser, the boys are joined by two of the Reds’ most cuddly koalas in Fraser McReight and Tate McDermott, to get the players perspective on what will be a big year ahead for Aussie Rugby.
Plus, we cover all the X’s and O’s from a massive week of rugby the world over. The lads have a look at the last round of the Superb Rugby, whilst also previewing the upcoming Qualifying Finals, they chat about the finals footy landscape taking shape in Europe and finally who was crowned champion of the Japanese top league. In conclusion, we finish the show with another round of tough selections at the ‘Lion Tamer’ table, adding a plethora of great men to a squad who will confidently man handle those fragile feline phonies.
So sit back and let the dulcet tones of Joe Schmidt, the calmest man in World Rugby wash over and cleanse your soul. It has been scientifically proven that 30 mins of Joe a day, will quite simply make you a better person. It is time now for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
05:27 - KOKO Learnings
12:00 - Rugby Round Up Segment
12:08 - Round 16 Super Rugby
13:54 - Brumbies were robbed
17:56 - The Reds are firing late
22:09 - The Waratahs’ demise
27:22 - QUALIFYING FINALS PREDICTIONS
33:03 - The Joe Schmidt interview
44:55 - THE CLASSIC WALLABIES V LIONS LEGENDS PREVIEW
54:44 - Northern Hemisphere Legends - URC QF Scores
55:16 - SHARKS V MUNSTER SHOOT OUT
58:29 - Japanese Top League Finals
59:36 - Other Rugby News
01:02:25 - The Lion Tamers
01:04:47 - Tate McDermott and Fraser McReight interview
01:12:56 - The boys talk possible 9 and 10 Wallabies combos
01:20:29 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we have pulled together an absolute humdinger of an episode for y’all, it has the perfect balance of flair, footy and funnies that will get the blood pumping to all your important places. To help us on that quest we enlisted the services of some Rugby Royalty, that is correct we have the Kiwi rig that every man and his dog could dig, a man with an aged pornstar handle-bar MO that would make even the most mild mannered spectator GO! Oooo baby please welcome our divine ruler Mr King Carlos Spencer. With the almighty ‘Los’ in toe, we discussed his playing career, his Mount Rushmore of teammates and what excites about his new coaching job in Ireland.
Plus, we deliver you a full deluge of rugby takeaways from round 15 of the Superb Rugby, the conclusion of the Pac 4 Women’s Championship and the two European finals over the weekend that saw Bordeaux and Bath emerge the victors. That is right there is more rugby that you can poke a fucking stick at, as well as some more cracking Mad Monday yarns and finally, the lads lock down some locks in our newest installemt of the ‘Lion Tamers’. So brush your teeth and don't forget to floss, because much like gingivitis and oral plaque build up this episode is going to STICK! It is time now for an all new rendition of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:24 - KOKO Learnings
08:37 - Rugby Roundup Segment - Moana dropped the ball v the Chiefs
10:51 - WARATAHS V FORCE REVIEW
15:05 - Are the Reds slipping?
17:00 - Super Rugby finals roadmap
18:19 - Western Force season review
19:54 - John Mitchell Western Force story
24:55 - WALLAROOS V CANADA REVIEW
26:50 - BLACK FERNS V USA REVIEW
28:24 - EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS CUP REVIEW
32:54 - Introduce Carlos Spencer
35:00 - What is Carlos up to now?
36:03 - Carlos discusses the difference between NZ and AUS in women’s rugby
38:40 - Carlos on why he likes coaching the women’s game
41:11 - Carlos on why he played with no fear
42:50 - Carlos on THAT try for Blues v Crusaders in 2004
45:27 - Carlos on playing with Rupeni Caucaunibuca
47:58 - Bench, Start and Drop
50:07 - Carlos v Larkham
51:43 - Carlos on his boxing career
55:59 - Carlos on his favourite player and favourite teammates
01:00:26 - Farewell to Carlos Spencer
01:01:01 - EUROPEAN CHALLENGE CUP REVIEW - Finn Russell video
01:02:46 - Other Rugby News
01:05:00 - The Lion Tamers - The Locks
01:07:16 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we have landed the biggest name in World Rugby. She has represented the USA at over 30 international Sevens Tournaments, won an Olympic medal and now she is doing her thing in the 15’s game in preparation for this year’s Rugby World Cup. Although her feats on the footy field are something to marvel at, it is her work off it that has further elevated her profile into superstardom. She is an authentic pioneer for women’s sport the world over, a total badass in the body positivity space and a media mogul in every sense of the title. It is of course the one and only Ilona Maher. The KOKO Crew with Ilona in tow discussed in depth what it was like growing up in Vermont, having success at the Olympic Games, sharing her messages of female empowerment and what is next for Ilona Maher after the 2025 Rugby World Cup. A chat that not only delves into the wins she has had on the rugby pitch, but an in depth look into the hard work and perseverance of a person that has taken the rugby world by storm and made it better.
Plus, the lads give you a full set of takeaways from round 14 of the Superb Rugby and the Wallaroos’ big win over the USA in Canberra. Moreover, we have a little gander at all the big talking points from the global rugby landscape in ‘Other Rugby News’, before locking in four more ‘Lion Tamers’ in our Aussie squad to take down those British and Irish bad boys. So, sit back and relax as we take a moment to marvel in the majesty of Ilona Maher, a person that has changed our game for good and will continue to put the Bae in Rug-Bae. It’s time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
02:27 - Introduction to the show
07:47 - KOKO Learnings
12:29 - Rugby Round Up Takeaways - Ardie Savea is on another level
16:19 - Brumbies are on top of the table
17:03 - The fall of the Waratahs
21:05 - James O’Connor should be picked in the Wallabies squad
21:58 - Mark Nawaqanitawase’s form at the Roosters
23:26 - Moana Pasifika are flying
25:19 - DRUA V FORCE
26:11 - Away games in France
29:00 - The Force’s travel woes
31:21 - Other Rugby News
34:38 - Wycliff Palu’s mad Monday story
40:00 - Ilona Maher joins KOKO
42:10 - The boys check in with Ilona Maher
43:02 - Ilona’s take on the city of Canberra
44:24 - The state of women’s rugby
45:15 - Ilona’s transition to the 15 player game
46:42 - Ilona on some pinch me moments during the tour
48:18 - Ilona’s cartoon crush
49:18 - Ilona’s podcasting advice for the KOKO Show
50:30 - Ilona’s love of cheese
52:10 - Ilona on the Dancing with the Stars experience
54:56 - The boys dance for Ilona
58:42 - Ilona on the Olympic Games
01:01:35 - What will Ilona do after the Rugby World Cup?
01:02:45 - Ilona on doing the Sports Illustrated shoots
01:04:19 - BLACK FERNS V USA PREVIEW
01:04:56 - Goodbye to Ilona and the boys trying her lipstick
01:07:24 - KOKO’s Lion Tamers
01:10:02 - The boys remember a couple of fallen rugby players
01:10:42 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show we have an absolutely smashing episode for you all. The lads are joined by the two Aussie British and Irish Lions Tourees, Mr Mack ‘Daddy’ Hansen and Mr Sione ‘The Scot’ Tuipulotu. We broke down with the boys, what it felt like to join this illustrious club, where they were when they got the news and which Australian watering holes they will be attending alongside their band of bad losers. Plus, we analysed and dissected the complete 2025 British and Irish Lions Squad with a fine tooth comb, as we tried to poke holes in their approach, highlight their weaknesses and work out how the Wallabies will win the series 3-0.
Moreover, with all this hubbub about a certain red army approaching our shores, it would be easy to lose sight of all the cracking footy action happening right here in Australia and New Zealand. That is right, fear not our soggy and sodden Southern Hemisphere heroes, this week we give you all the major takeaways from round 13 of the Superb Rugby, the highs and lows of the Wallaroos’ Pac 4 campaign and a smattering of juicy rugby news from around the world.
Finally, the KOKO Crew are back to work hitting the whiteboards and breathing in the sweet nectar of alcohol based cleaning products in the hope of constructing an Aussie squad akin to the ‘Locked in Lions’, that we are calling ‘The Lion Tamers’. The fellas will be picking four Australian players each week to join the noble ranks of ‘The Lion Tamers’, with the sole ambition of crushing these pompous touring tea tossers. So, sit back, relax and steep your brew with the highly dysfunctional KOKO Crew. It is time for episode 21 of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
01:29 - Gits explains why he is in London
02:45 - Intro to the show
06:01 - KOKO Learnings around Mothers Day
09:22 - The KOKO boys discuss the Lions squad
13:57 - Sione Tuipulotu is back to talk about his Lions selection
14:41 - Sione talks about the moment his name was called out
20:51 - Sione talks about meeting the squad the squad for the first time
22:32 - Sione v Bundee Aki at training
23:11 - Sione on Mack Hansen
24:16 - Sione talks about the media attention about being and Aussie Lion
27:26 - Mack Hansen arrives on the KOKO Show
28:58 - Mack talks about when he found out the exciting Lions news
31:33 - Mack’s celebrations after the news
32:33 - Mack addresses the rumors his injury had him out of the tour
34:38 - Mack talks about what excites him about going on tour
35:34 - Mack talks about KOKO making him Tour Captain
37:04 - Mack talks about his days touring with the Brumbies
38:37 - Mack will be single on tour with Drew
41:13 - Farewell to Mack
41:46 - The KOKO boys select their first four Lion Tamers
43:47 - The Rugby Round Up Segment - The boys talk about Taniela’s form
48:17 - Joseph Suaalii injury and the Reds’ performance
49:44 - DRUA V BLUES REVIEW
51:07 - Brumbies and Reds are both peaking at the right time
52:16 - Western Force 20th Anniversary Celebrations
55:11 - The injuries in Australian Rugby
57:44 - WALLAROOS V BLACK FERNS REVIEW
01:02:45 - Gits’ chat with Jamie Roberts
01:04:57 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the lads were plagued with a serious case of Les Kiss fever, but they didn't seem to be that phased by this particular ailment, as they delivered a wall to wall recap of the week that was in World Rugby. Firstly, the boys addressed the new appointment of Les Kiss as the next Wallabies coach, a decision that buoyed the boys and got them all a little hot under the saddle blanket for the future of Australian Rugby.
To help the fellas through the ups and downs of Les Kiss fever, we enlisted a very special guest to add some much needed star power to our very pedestrian weekly production. That is right, this week we are joined by the Frankston firecracker, Melbourne’s man of marble and now Glasgow’s benevolent bulldozer. So, please welcome Scotland’s captain and Australia’s one that got away, Mr Sione Tuipulotu. Sione and the lads chewed the fat about all things footy, from what it was like leaving Australia for Scotland, his recovery from a peck injury and what it would feel like to be given the honour to play for the British and Irish Lions.
Finally, the crew give you their tangy yet tasteful takeaways from the week of rugby, touching on week 12 of the Superb season, the Wallaroos’ big win over Fiji and all the action from the European Champions Cup Semi-Finals. Lastly, to put a big fat bow on what has been a constant segment for the show all year, the lads finally cement their lucky 37 as we finalise our squad of Locked In Lions. So knock back a couple of downers, put on your compression socks and talk shit to your flight attendant, this metal bird is taking to the skies and boy it is going to be a bumpy fucking ride. It is time for an all new Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMECODES:
00:00 - Start of the show
01:23 - The boys talk about Les Kiss getting the Wallabies job
07:31 - The boys talking about their first kisses
11:35 - Prof’s poem
12:58 - Introduce Sione Tuipulotu
15:13 - Sione talks about his injury recovery
19:06 - Sione talks about his return to rugby
20:51 - Sione wants to fold Rob Leota on the Lions Tour
21:38 - Sione talks about playing rugby in Melbourne as a kid
22:53 - Sione’s decision to move to Scotland
29:28 - Sione’s take on how many Scots will be in the Lions squad
31:38 - Sione’s culture shock moving to Scotland
33:54 - Sione talks about potentially playing for the Lions as an Australian
37:43 - who is the lippiest of the Wallabies
38:43 - Bench, start and drop
40:37 - Locked in Lions final selections
50:27 - The KOKO takeaways from the week of footy: KB’s return for the Force
53:13 - DRUA V REDS REVIEW
54:37 - BRUMBIES V WARATAHS REVIEW
58:40 - Ardies Savea and his current form
01:00:03 - WALLAROOS V FIJIANA REVIEW
01:01:33 - European Champions Cup Scores
01:06:49 - DEAR DREW: Swoop’s Eulogy
01:15:43 - Close of the show
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This week on The KOKO Show the boys regroup after a big ANZAC Weekend and they reflect on all the magnificent footy that was played in round 11 of the Superb Rugby, whilst also looking forward to the final five weeks of the season and predicting which team will come out on top. In a weekend where the Brumbies had a stumble, the Reds caught fire, the Savea brothers kicked ass and the Chiefs still reigned supreme, the lads had their work cut out for them, as they tried to make sense of this topsy turvy 2025 season. To round out this robust rugby recap the lads debuted a new segment called ‘The Transfer Tracker’, where the boys gave their immediate reactions and dissections to all of the big player moves both in Australian Rugby and around the world. That’s right the KOKO Crew is giving you a big old ‘RA RA’ wrap to fill up your Ozempic tainted tummies and of course, we always wash it down with a pint of our finest ice cold shit talk.
Plus, Ladies and Gents that is not all, to add some much needed credibility to this rumbling bumbling poor excuse of a podcast, the lads enlisted the help of the best number 10 in Australia. No, it isn’t Noah Lolesio, nor is it Lawson Creighton and we couldn’t make Tommy Lynagh’s monetary deal, so in reflection we got what we got. Nonetheless please welcome the hairiest handler of balls in the business, it is the one and only Mr Ben Donaldson. Moreover, Benny takes us through why the Force are fighting for every inch in 2025, what he really thinks of Carlo Tizzano and how excited he is about hopefully taking on the British and Irish Lions this year.
So sit back, relax, elevate your gout riddled feet, peel a couple of leftover choccy eggs and suck back on an ice cold Crown Lager. It is time to get fancy as f#*k and tune into an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Start of the show
03:44 - Intro to the episode
07:02 - KOKO Learnings from the weekend
13:15 - New Segment: The Transfer Tracker
18:27 - Rugby Roundup - The Savea brothers and the Moana win over the Drua
22:34 - The Reds defeating the Blues in style
28:50 - Ben Donaldson’s quick restart to Harry Potter
31:55 - Introduce Ben Donaldson
33:15 - Ben talks about the Force’s loss to the Chiefs
34:07 - The boys have an issue with TMO intervention
36:43 - The Force’s set piece struggles
28:27 - Ben talks about the Force’s off the cuff identity
39:24 - Ben talks about KB’s return
40:00 - Ben talks about why he is so hairy and his grooming habits
44:28 - Ben talks about the upcoming Lions Series
48:21 - Ben talks about Carlo Tizzano
50:07 - Bench, Start and Drop / Deserted Island
55:56 - The Boys have a look at the newest Wallaroos squad
58:11 - Crowd shoutout for help with our Locked In Lions
59:34 - Close of the show
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