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DSPN - Devlin Sports Podcast Network
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DSPN is a New Zealand rugby podcast and channel hosted by Martin Devlin, covering the biggest stories in the game. From the All Blacks and Super Rugby to provincial rugby, major interviews, breaking news, and sharp commentary, DSPN delivers strong opinions, smart analysis, and proper rugby discussion for New Zealand fans.
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Why Referees Need to Stop the Warnings | Jeff the Ref
1w ago00:34:36Tap to summarizeMartin Devlin and resident rule expert Jeff the Ref sit down with a glass of water—or vodka—to dismantle the most glaring officiating moments from the weekend. We call out the complete lack of forward pass calls from assistant referees after 16 rounds of Super Rugby. Plus, we look at reckless head-on-head contact and why warnings need to be completely banned heading into the qualifying finals. IMAGE CREDIT: Crusaders Antonio Shalfoon during the Crusaders v Hurricanes, Super Rugby Pacific match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Friday, 29 May 2026 (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Super Rugby Sudden-Death: Who survives The Quarter-Finals?
1w ago00:42:16Tap to summarizeSky Sport's Tony Johnson joins Marty to break down the three massive qualifying finals this weekend. We tackle the Hurricanes’ strategic "rest vs rust" choices against the Crusaders, break down the Brumbies' horribly inconsistent form since their 50-point statement win, and look into the breaking rumors of a potential lifeline for Moana Pasifika. IMAGE CREDIT: Blues Eli Oudenryn during the Chiefs v Blues, Super Rugby Pacific match, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 30 May 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Do Schoolboy Steroid Gains Last Into Professional Rugby? | Mailbag
2w ago00:27:54Tap to summarizeIt’s mailbag time and we are ripping into your hottest takes. We address the terrifying culture of schoolboy steroid use in South Africa and whether those artificial gains actually stick around in adulthood. Plus, we debate the real cost of losing South African franchises, the looming dread of Scott Barrett’s massive injury layout, and a radical hybrid bench strategy that could transform the All Blacks' upcoming tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Should Rugby League Adopt the 20-Minute Red Card
2w ago00:23:06Tap to summarizeMartin and Jamie back up after a chaotic 24 hours to preview a high-stakes Round 16. We delve into the Ashley Klein Origin red card controversy and explain why it’s a massive advertisement for rugby’s 20-minute red card rule. Plus, we break down the hammer blows hitting Christchurch with Scott Barrett out for surgery, Will Jordan’s recurring calf nightmare, and the departure of Rob Penney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →"Lost Up Its Own Backside" | Duncan Garner on the DEMISE of Rugby
2w ago00:35:35Tap to summarizeEditor-in-Chief host Duncan Garner joins Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall on the DSPN today! We're tearing into Duncan’s controversial Listener piece claiming New Zealand rugby is officially broken. From the 40 schoolboys pinched by the Warriors program to the empty stadium seats at marquee games, we sit down for a brutal, honest look at our national sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →High Degree of Danger! Why Are Red Card Upgrades Taking Seven Minutes?
2w ago00:33:30Tap to summarizeOur resident whistle-blower Jeff McGregor returns for another edition of Jeff The Ref ahead of international referee Ben O'Keeffe rolling into the studio. We’re drilling into the controversial refereeing moments from the weekend, including the bizarre Hurricanes quick-tap, and why grassroots sideline behavior has reached an all-time low. IMAGE CREDIT: Angus Gardner during the Hurricanes v Highlanders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 23 May 2026, (Photo by Stringer / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →McKenzie, Roigard, or Jordan? Who's The MOST Crucial Injury Loss
2w ago00:35:17Tap to summarizeThe Rugby Roundtable is back to tackle the state of the game as the round robin wraps up. Mark Watson and John Day join the show to break down the emergence of new young talent like Lucas Casey and Anton Segner, while sounding the alarm on the worrying decline of the competition. We talk private equity, slashing franchises, and the massive injury blows defining the playoffs. IMAGE CREDIT: Hurricanes Cam Roigard makes a pass during the Hurricanes v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Friday, 1 May 2026, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press) Chiefs Damian McKenzie scores a try during the of the Brumbies v Chiefs, Super Rugby Pacific match, Gio Stadium, Canberra, Australia. Friday, 20 March 2026, (Photo by Mark Evans / action press) Crusaders Will Jordan during the Crusaders v Fijian Drua, Super Rugby Pacific match, Apollo Projects Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Friday, 3 April 2026, (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Hurricanes "Haven't Missed A Beat" | SIX Super Rugby Hot Takes
3w ago00:28:04Tap to summarizeOne round to go in the Super Rugby round-robin and the playoff picture is absolute chaos. Martin and Jamie dive straight into the numbers, breaking down the Hurricanes’ record-breaking run of 50-plus point games and their insane 11 bonus points. We look at the genius coaching innovation behind Leicester Faingaʻanuku playing at seven, whether Sevu Reece has just played his way back into the All Blacks conversation, and why the psychology of the final round means nobody is going to roll over. Image Credit: Hurricanes Ruben Love, front, fails to stop a loose ball during the Hurricanes v Highlanders, Super Rugby Pacific match, Hnry Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand. Saturday, 23 May 2026, (Photo by Marty Melville / action press)] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Super Rugby Finals Jigsaw: Who Faces Who In The Quarterfinals?
3w ago00:42:03Tap to summarizeTony Johnson joins Martin straight after calling an absolute crackerjack of a match between the Crusaders and Chiefs. We break down the incredible atmosphere in Christchurch's new stadium, look at the brutal calf injury concerns for Will Jordan, and question why Dave Rennie sees Leicester Leicester Faingaʻanuku as a winger when he’s currently playing flanker. Plus, we address the excruciating disappointment around Caleb Tangitau and look ahead to a massive final round of regular-season action. Image Credit: Crusaders Johnny McNicholl try during the Crusaders v Chiefs, Super Rugby Pacific match, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. Friday, 22 May 2026, (Photo by Martin Hunter / action press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Super Rugby NOT Worth Watching? | Mailbag
3w ago00:38:36Tap to summarizeIt’s Friday and the mailbag is completely overflowing. Martin and Jamie dive headfirst into your best comments from the week, tackling everything from the real physics behind that forward pass drama to why the All Blacks rely so heavily on veteran experience for a massive tour to South Africa. Plus, we uncover some mind-blowing tackle stats comparing Super Rugby to the URC and officially validate a very rare word. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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