Free Daily Podcast Summary
THE AFTERMATCH: Daily Summaries Delivered
by Kirstie Stanway-Thorne
Come for the rugby, stay for The Aftermatch. Join Stephen Donald & Kirstie Stanway every week for the best unfiltered stories, fresh perspectives and unique insights into rugby union.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- 6 days ago29 min
Humbled but confident: Full series review, Marx, Ardie & the moment that said it all.
0:00 - Intro: the postmortem, and why this was the greatest series ever0:50 - The rivalry's return after 30 years, and how it delivered2:44 - Award #1: Best Moment — Ardie Savea's gesture5:45 - Beav's moment: the scrum 6:51 - Award #2: Unsung Player — Kyle Preston the roofer8:14 - Honourable mention: Tupou Vaa'i's versatility at six and lock9:05 - Beauden Barrett's role as water boy and mentor11:04 - Award #3: Player of the Tour15:11 - Rookies of the tour17:01 - Confidence check: 12 months out from the World Cup18:52 - What the All Blacks need to work on before then21:25 - The players missed: Scott Barrett, Fainga'anuku & more24:37 - Diving into the Springboks: why they're so dominant26:41 - Malcolm Marx, Eben Etzebeth & the forward pack's depth28:49 - Final prediction: a World Cup quarter-final in Sydney29:05 - Sign-off & call for comments
- 1 weeks ago16 min
Review or post-mortem? A Springboks masterclass & why small wingers are more dangerous than ever!
00:00 – Springboks Make Us Eat Humble Pie01:30 – What Was Going On With The Technology?!03:05 – Springboks Set The Standard04:57 – Kurt-Lee Arendse: The Small Winger Causing Chaos06:28 – How Close Were The All Blacks?07:00 – The Big Referee Momentum Swings09:07 – Black Magic All Black Of The Week10:26 – Richie Mo’unga Is Back11:49 – Will Jordan Does It Again!12:49 – Cody Taylor’s Ultimate Warrior Moment14:49 – Baltimore Ticked Almost Every Box15:48 – Greatest Rivalry Series Is Better Than The Lions!
- 1 weeks ago21 min
"Beaver's Bunker: your questions answered, Ardie's cult status, and that scrum on another planet."
0:00 - Beav back in New Zealand1:05 - Bigger than a Lions series? Reflecting on the tour1:25 - Could New Zealand match this atmosphere in 4 years?2:01 - The result: series lost 2-1, but one test still to go2:41 - Rating the All Blacks' first half: best rugby of the series?3:51 - Does it breach the 7.5 threshold?5:28 - Bushbuck Moment: Ardie Savea's second try6:44 - Ardie Savea's game — and a scary shoulder injury7:22 - Peter Lakai & Wallace Sititi's growing impact7:50 - Ardie Savea joins the all-time top try-scoring forwards8:30 - Where does Malcolm Marx rank on that list?9:17 - Malcolm Marx's swagger and physical dominance10:59 - Give the Boks their flowers: the scrum is elite11:34 - What Dave Rennie learned from this series13:52 - Black Magic All Black of the Week: Will Jordan15:26 - Open question box: send us your questions16:07 - Why the rest of the world is relieved right now
- 2 weeks ago17 min
Was this better than a Lions series? Give the Boks their flowers, Marx has swagger, & the north is happy these 2 meet in the RWC Quarters
0:00 - Beav back in New Zealand1:05 - Bigger than a Lions series? Reflecting on the tour1:25 - Could New Zealand match this atmosphere in 4 years?2:01 - The result: series lost 2-1, but one test still to go2:41 - Rating the All Blacks' first half: best rugby of the series?3:51 - Does it breach the 7.5 threshold?5:28 - Bushbuck Moment: Ardie Savea's second try6:44 - Ardie Savea's game — and a scary shoulder injury7:22 - Peter Lakai & Wallace Sititi's growing impact7:50 - Ardie Savea joins the all-time top try-scoring forwards8:30 - Where does Malcolm Marx rank on that list?9:17 - Malcolm Marx's swagger and physical dominance10:59 - Give the Boks their flowers: the scrum is elite11:34 - What Dave Rennie learned from this series13:52 - Black Magic All Black of the Week: Will Jordan15:26 - Open question box: send us your questions16:07 - Why the rest of the world is relieved right now
- 2 weeks ago14 min
"Previewing the Soweto decider: keys to victory, and why SA is tougher than the World Cup."
0:00 - Intro: double (maybe triple) episode week0:38 - Beav's Bunker note: catch last week's on Sky Sport NZ1:59 - How tough is it to win in South Africa?3:05 - Keys to victory: tempo, offloading & the high-ball battle5:00 - How to stop the Springboks getting into your 226:29 - Handre Pollard in?7:11 - Winning the advantage line: the key to both gameplans8:04 - Any changes to the All Blacks' 23?8:52 - Richie Mo'unga's role, banking experience for the World Cup9:50 - Who wins this test for the All Blacks?11:36 - Nullifying the Springboks' biggest threats13:23 - Soweto: the history, the stadium, the vuvuzelas14:03 - Sign-off & questions for the comments
- 3 weeks ago15 min
Lima Sopoaga live from safari, that huge scrum, and George Bower's 'give me the herbs' speech!
0:00 - Reflecting on the win: relentless Boks, but composure held0:19 - The scrum that won the game0:53 - George Bower's "give me the herbs" team talk1:36 - The momentum swing & belief in the group2:06 - Well-worked tries, not fluky intercepts2:43 - The final 20 minutes: was this the plan all along?3:15 - "Can you bash us for eighty?" — Rennie's message4:12 - Proud of a new group under pressure5:21 - All Black of the Week5:51 - Fabian Holland's moment6:34 - Tupou Vaa'i's big role at six6:58 - Jordie Barrett's incredible stat line7:41 - Locking in Jordie for Black Magic All Black of the Week8:17 - Looking ahead: Cape Town 9:06 - Rassie calls the loss "catastrophic"9:42 - Lima's Cape Town recommendations10:21 - The touring Kiwi fans on safari
- Aug 20, 202623 min
ALL BLACKS & SPRINGBOKS TEAM REACTION
Fabian will take it to the Boks, we need Sasha, Moorby & the 3 fullbacks & Ardie for player of the series?
- Aug 18, 202624 min
Rassie's mind games, Boks' 'new Dan Carter', Jordie to win it & the biggest game of Ardie's career?
0:00 - 3 from 3 on tour, test one is here0:40 - South African braai vs Kiwi calamari1:50 - The mind games: Rennie's honesty vs Rassie's tactics3:04 - Rassie fronts a referee at the press conference4:32 - Does crowd pressure subconsciously sway the ref?5:49 - Why the Springboks delayed naming their team7:24 - Who starts at 10 for the Springboks?8:32 - Is Damian McKenzie fit to play?10:17 - Tupou Vaa'i six, and the bench picks11:18 - Keys to an All Blacks victory: winning up front14:56 - The kicking game, discipline & the aerial battle17:15 - Key players: Codie Taylor's experience up front18:35 - The best second five in the world: Jordie Barrett20:58 - Nobody's talking about our captain: Ardie Savea22:13 - The biggest test since the World Cup final23:14 - Kirst's plea: no cards to decide this game23:35 - Sign-off & tease for Beav's Bunker
Get THE AFTERMATCH summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
The Rugby Bunker
Expert rugby analysis and tactical breakdowns from seasoned journalists and guests.
The Out the Boks Rugby Podcast - with André Pretorius
Expert analysis and technical breakdowns of top rugby games and tournaments from a former Springbok flyhalf and a dedicated rugby podcaster.
The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast
Rugby analysis and stories from player Conor Murray, covering key moments, legends, and rivalries in Irish and international rugby.
Women's Rugby Pod
Coverage of global women's rugby union with news, interviews, and analysis from top players and hosts Sarah Hunter and Sadia Kabeya.
Scrum V
Coverage of Welsh rugby with news, analysis, and interviews.
Rugby Union Weekly
A weekly rugby union discussion featuring analysis, guest interviews, and major story coverage from the sport.
Whistle Watch
Expert analysis and law explanations of rugby's biggest officiating decisions with former referee Nigel Owens.
Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast
A podcast about Italian rugby culture and Benetton Rugby, blending fan insights with casual conversation over drinks.
Canterbury Rugby's Coaches Corner
A rugby coach discusses training techniques and insights with guests to help improve coaching skills.
Off the Ball Podcast
Scottish football is discussed and critiqued by Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan on BBC Radio Scotland's Off the Ball.
Chasing Scratch: A Golf Podcast
Two friends discuss their shared passion for golf with unwavering optimism.
The Away End with Daniel Alarcón and John Green
Two lifelong friends and novelists explore global football culture and the World Cup through thoughtful conversation.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from THE AFTERMATCH in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's THE AFTERMATCH daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of THE AFTERMATCH as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the THE AFTERMATCH podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official THE AFTERMATCH product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by Kirstie Stanway-Thorne.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts. Upgrade to Pro for 15, or Premium for 50. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does THE AFTERMATCH release new episodes?
THE AFTERMATCH publishes 2x weekly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does THE AFTERMATCH cover?
THE AFTERMATCH covers topics including Sports, Rugby. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting THE AFTERMATCH summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.