What a Lad
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 357
Frequency: Several times a week
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: New Zealand
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
sam@frankmanagement.nz
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Host
James Marshall - Host of a rugby-focused podcast featuring player interviews, career conversations, and international match analysis.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Sean Maitland - Growing Up In Tokoroa, Playing For Waikato And The Crusaders, The 2011 Christchurch Earthquake, Moving Overseas, Representing Scotland, Selection For The British & Irish Lions, Saracens, And The End Of His Playing Career.
Bryn Hall - Analysis Of The All Blacks Versus Springboks Third Test, Scrum And Set-piece Tactics, Player Form, Injuries, Selections, And The Final Test Of The Series.
Bryn Hall - Preview Of The All Blacks Versus Springboks Third Test, Set-piece Strategy, Kicking, Scrum Tactics, Player Selections, And Match Predictions.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Lachlan Brook- What a Lad
October 07, 2026
Lachie Brook’s journey to becoming an Auckland FC champion has been anything but straightforward. From making his professional debut at just 16 in the A-League, to playing around the world in England and America, his career has included some incredible highs and some seriously tough lows.In this episode of What a Lad, Lachie opens up about losing his love for football in England, finding it again back in Australia, and then reaching his lowest point mentally while playing in America.He also s...
Louie Chapman- What a Lad
September 30, 2026
Five years ago Louie Chapman first came on What a Lad with a very different story to where he is now. Back then, Louie was still trying to establish himself in professional rugby in his first season with the Tasman Mako.Since then, he’s experienced the highs and lows of chasing a career in the game, become a key player for Canterbury, fought his way into the Crusaders, and is now preparing for the next chapter of his career with Edinburgh in Scotland.What I love about Louie’s story is hearing...
Daniel Lienert-Brown- What a Lad
September 23, 2026
Daniel Lienert-Brown is one of the great servants of New Zealand rugby. With 140 games for the Highlanders, 100 for Canterbury, a Super Rugby title and four NPC titles, DLB has built an incredible career through consistency, resilience and a genuine love for the game.In this episode of What a Lad, DLB opens up about the full journey — from growing up in Christchurch dreaming of one day playing for Canterbury or the Crusaders, to getting his first taste of professional rugby, receiving the cal...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with What a Lad?
What a Lad is hosted by James Marshall. Its publicly listed email is sam@frankmanagement.nz. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for What a Lad?
The publicly listed email for What a Lad: sam@frankmanagement.nz.
How many listeners does What a Lad have?
Podseeker estimates What a Lad reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for What a Lad?
What a Lad typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional or international rugby playing experience, coaching expertise, or established credibility as a rugby analyst. Common among recent guests: International rugby appearances; Professional club rugby career; Coaching experience. Recent guests include Sean Maitland, Bryn Hall, and Bryn Hall.
How hard is it to get booked on What a Lad?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does What a Lad cover?
Recent episodes cover Sports, Rugby Union, International Rugby, All Blacks, and Rugby Analysis. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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