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With just a few shows to go, Marc's decided to escape to Argentina, we track him down and check in on his bizarre diet choices. Meanwhile, All Blacks legend Conrad Smith joins the crew to weigh in on TMOs, rugby’s direction, and whether the modern game has lost its way.

Also in this episode:

• Seagulls, wingsuits and solving phone addiction

• Remembering Leigh at the Lions press conference in 2005

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This week on Sportscafe, we sit down for an exclusive, up-close chat with All Blacks captain Scott Barrett – like you’ve never seen him before.

From being ambushed in his hotel room, to revealing what it’s really like growing up as a Barrett brother and why he could have gone pro in indoor volleyball, to his plans on life after footy – this is Scott raw, relaxed, and hilarious.

Plus:

• Mar...

This week on Sportscafe, we go deep inside the All Blacks camp with assistant coach Scott Hansen, who reveals their hidden tactics, emotional selection calls, and the process of naming the first squad of 2025.

Then, Trent Boult joins the show to break down life in the IPL, the fast bowlers that scared him, and why he's backing cricket’s next big move into the US.

Also in this episode:– Why Fabian Holland and Du&rsq...

This weekend we've got a Bonus Episode of John Kirwan and Victor Matfield brand new podcast "Rivals" - If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on your preferred podcast app:

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In this episode of Rivals, Victor Matfield and Sir John Kirwan talk about the Bulls taking the win over the Sharks, JK gives his views on whether the Chiefs know how to get...

This week we’re joined by the great Christian Cullen - the All Blacks legend drops his picks for the most exciting players in the game right now, talks all things Super Rugby and Hurricanes, and reacts to Macca's punishing questions about John Hart and John Mitchell. 

Also in the mix this week: Kai Kara-France, just weeks out from his world title fight, who has a bone to pick Leigh. And downhill biking legend B...

Leigh Hart makes his long-awaited return to the show, just in time for Marc Ellis to bring on an OnlyFans foot model (yes, actually).

We're also joined by Ali Williams and Angus Taʻavao to cover the Super Rugby Finals and go behind the scenes of the Blues camp.

Cheese rolling injuries, a new idea for regional air travel, and much, much more.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sport...

Recorded in front of a live audience – this week, we dive deep into State of Origin with league legends Monty Betham and Danny Buderus.

We’re joined again by All Black legend and Auckland FC CEO Ali Williams, as well as All Black and Highlander Ethan de Groot.

We share our State of Origin predictions with insider expertise from Danny Buderus, as well as covering some of the best yarns from his historic career - we discu...

We’re kicking off the new season of Sportscafe with a chaotic bang, the only way we know how.

We unpack the viral 'Run It Straight' trend that's taken over Australia and New Zealand, why Marc loves it and Lana is horrified.

All Blacks legend and now Auckland FC Owner Ali Williams joins us to discuss the rise of football in NZ and AFC's incredible success.

This is episode 1 of our New Zealand farewell tour, enjoy it ...

Fan favourite Matty Johns returns to celebrate our last show and cause more chaos with Macca. Kiwis Legend Mark Graham also joins the show to reflect on the golden days of league and rugby, as well as the new movie about his life created by his son ’Sharko’.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look...

It’s our second-to-last show, so we recruited Chris Cairns (our most recurring guest on Sportscafe TV show) to join us and update us on his health situation. We reminisce on Marc’s whipping from Eva The Bulgarian, and his chemistry with Elle McPherson during a TV interview, as well as Leigh's experience duck shooting, Zinny meeting a huge bodybuilder and more.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniq...

From Speed Cooking to Marc’s Mastermind, we reveal the truth behind some of the most classic Sportscafe moments. Joe Daymond joins us to explain how to make Kiwis laugh and reveals that Leigh is his favourite comedian. We also speak to Mila Reuelu-Buchanan about the recent Silver Ferns victory, her injury, and much more!

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day...

It’s the highly anticipated reunion of Matthew Ridge and Marc Ellis! We needed some help mediating, so we also brought in Sir John Kirwan. We cover the origins of Macca and Ridgey’s friendship, how they stood out in a conservative era of rugby, how JK helped usher them in, the difference between union and league, the time Marc had a panic attack, and much more!

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uni...

We’ve got five episodes left, so we had to bring in a big guest - Aussie cricket legend Adam Gilchrist joins us to explain why Aussies are so cocky compared to Kiwis, playing with Shane Warne and more! Leigh talks us through his haircare regime and Marc breaks down the intricacies of tequila and mezcal.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, we...

With six episodes left, Ric’s got some apologies to make… And Leigh’s got the instrumental to match. We recruit Kieran Read to talk us through the All Blacks’ Bledisloe Cup performance, Marc tells us about his wild America’s Cup interactions with Trevor Mallard, and Hamish Kerr tells us about jumping over Steven Adams with Macca on his head.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sport...

George Bower joins us to take us behind the scenes of the All Blacks camp, we ask him to sing a song for us and he does not disappoint! Marc tells us about the time he was given a live pig for his 21st birthday and Lana loses it over aliens… We look back at the Human Cannonball’s record-breaking attempt and more classic throwbacks.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues...

After getting kicked out of Invercargill last week, we’re in a brand new studio - and Graeme Hill rejoins the show to help us host an interview with Marc. Stacey Waaka calls in to discuss her Gold Medal at Paris, her NRLW season and shock injury. We cover the origins of Speedo Cops with Leigh and much more of the usual Sportscafe chaos.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting i...

Marc and Ric get into a heated argument that sees Macca storm out of our new studio. Eric Rush dials in to recap the All Blacks vs. Springboks and offer his expert analysis. David Nyika joins us in the studio and can't believe the chaos that takes place.

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Ric Salizzo, Marc Ellis and Leigh Hart catch up to (uniquely) discuss sporting issues of the day, create havoc, welcome in special guests; and find time to look bac...

Zinzan Brooke is on the line for a recap of the All Blacks vs. Springboks - can we overcome our technical difficulties? Kai Kara-France joins us to talk about his UFC journey, the time he ran into his childhood bully, and he shares his advice for how to cut 10kg in 12 weeks. We re-visit classic Sportscafe moments like Marc’s cheese rolling victory, his parallel parking competition with Zinny, and more.

About The Show:

Ric Salizzo, ...