Why The Beckhams Are Winning This PR War

This week’s Pop Culture Wrap breaks down the Beckham family drama, Taylor Swift loyalty, reality TV chaos, and why pop culture feels louder than ever.

Harrison's shocking Harry Styles theory | TALS & PALS

Today we dive straight in and lose it over the latest I’m A Celebrity drama and it’s sparked a massive debate in the studio about our own bathroom habits. Harrison then explains his latest theory on Harry Styles.

Vodka Cranberry and Baby daddy's | TALS & PALS

Today we discuss the release of ASAP Rocky's 4th studio album and discover that Ash would love to be a baby daddy. Yas dives deep and explains the meaning of Conan Gray's hit song Vodka Cranberry and how it relates to your dating life. Harrison then dives into Sydney Sweeneys marketing stunt and we find out that he isn't too impressed with her.... See more from The Ash London Show at @theashlondonshow and @theedgenz Find your next favourite show and see more behind-the-scenes content on rova’s Instagram @rova.nz CREDITS Hosts: Ash London, Harrison Keefe, & Yasmina Coe Producer: Brady Blanchard Executive Producer: Samantha Harding

Mt Maunganui Tragedy: Was It Avoidable? Civil Engineers Say So

A deadly slip raises urgent questions about council accountability, ignored warnings, and whether New Zealand’s systems failed when people needed action most.

Tony Johnson: All Blacks Coach Shortlist Thins As Hunt Continues

The All Blacks coaching conversation just shifted again, and we finally have some clarity. With New Zealand Rugby publicly outlining the criteria for the next head coach, the speculation is narrowing fast, and a few big names are already out of the race. Marty and TJ unpack Vern Cotter’s surprise decision to leave the Blues, what it means for the All Blacks shortlist, and why international coaching experience is now non-negotiable. They dig into the five-person selection panel, the mystery retired All Black still to be named, and which candidates are realistically left standing. There’s also a deep dive into Super Rugby Pacific preseason as the competition fires back up. From disciplinary debates to high-ball tactics and what these warm-up games really tell us, it’s a wide-ranging, honest look at where the game is heading as another massive year begins.

DJ Luca on Mai (full set)

After being tagged in videos and comments on socials, we had to bring 17 year-old DJ Luca on for our Friday mana mix, and did he deliver or WHAT?!

628: Smothered in scat

This one's got some real belters!

Winston Peters Takes Aim At India Trade Deal: Kiwi Jobs At Risk?

Duncan questions the India free trade deal, warning uncapped student visas could lock New Zealand into long-term immigration and job market risks.

627: Grandad's guilt got me a PlayStation

The boys are back with more crazy yarns from you guys!

SkinnyTok to Ozempic: Why Diet Culture Is More F’d Than Ever

We're diving into a serious conversation today about the "skinny is back" era and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic.

A Shakti Mat Sandwich | TALS & PALS

Today we discuss the price of domain names, giving Harrison a massive ego boost, we also find out that Ash would rather get a root canal then have her child wake her up at 6am. We then shine the spotlight on Kiwi sensation Teeks and Harrison gets himself into some trouble as Yas and Ash pose him with a rather strange would you rather challenge involving a Shakti mat... See more from The Ash London Show at @theashlondonshow and @theedgenz Find your next favourite show and see more behind-the-scenes content on rova’s Instagram @rova.nz CREDITS Hosts: Ash London, Harrison Keefe, and Yasmina Coe Producer: Brady Blanchard Executive Producer: Samantha Harding

Tony Brown Lifts Lid On All Blacks Job, Conversation with Scott Robertson

After weeks of speculation, Tony Brown speaks openly about his future, his contract with South Africa, and whether there's any truth around him linking up with the All Blacks.

TALS & PALS: A trip to Regina

In episode three, We dive straight into some rice cooker chat. Yas thinks she's found a super secret leak of the new Harry Styles...but has she really? and Harrison takes us on a trip to Regina (pronounced 'ragina'...like....you know).

Inside the Beckham Family Fallout: Brooklyn Breaks Silence

Brooklyn Beckham family drama leads this week’s Pop Culture Wrap as Brooklyn releases a six-page Instagram statement explaining his estrangement from David and Victoria Beckham. We break down what he said, why it’s so confronting, and why public family fallouts always hit harder.

Stewart Copeland: The most intelligent drummer Robert's ever spoken to

The Morning Sound caught up with Police drummer Stewart Copeland to chat about his life highlights, the intellect of musicians, GRAMMY memories and more.

TALS & PALS: The truth about Tate Mcrae's Splits

In Episode two, We dive straight into the drama with Brooklyn Beckham’s explosive statement against his family. We also look at the weird thing Tate McCrae’s mum did to her legs as a baby , and Harrison brings us a terrifying story about a man who traveled the world just to hug a lion. Plus, Ash shares a beautiful moment she had with Robin Williams.

Why Christopher Luxon's State Of Nation Missed The Kitchen Table

Duncan Garner and guests unpack why the Prime Minister's State of the Nation speech felt safe, strategic, and disconnected from cost of living reality in an election year.

Dan Hooker on The Rumble: Paddy Pimblett beef, 1-min scraps & more

We were stoked to have Dan 'Hangman' Hooker in as our first guest of the 2026. We covered a bunch, from the beef with Paddy Pimblett, to meeting Matt Rife, 1-min scraps, and his upcoming fight with Benoit Saint-Denis. Legend 💪

TALS & PALS: Harrison and the Hippo

We launch the pod with a questionable Channing Tatum story and an AI catfish scandal. Harrison thinks his friend called him a hippo and Ash makes us choose between Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles.

All Blacks Review And Six Nations Predictions | DSPN Rugby Roundtable

A fiery DSPN roundtable on Six Nations picks, Super Rugby hopes, and why the All Blacks review and South Africa tour will define the year.

Double Standards? Politicians STILL On Holiday While Kiwis Work | Duncan Garner

An election year kicks off with Duncan calling out summer shutdown hypocrisy, political privilege and warnings from inside local government about what’s happening behind closed doors.

Tony Johnson's Biggest Rugby Storylines Of 2026 | DSPN

Tony Johnson joins DSPN to break down the five rugby storylines he’s most excited about in 2026, from Super Rugby and the Six Nations to the All Blacks’ South African tour.

2025 Pop Culture Breakdown With Chris Parker

We’re breaking down the biggest pop culture moments of the year with comedian Chris Parker.