Sharpen Up

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Sharpen Up

Sharpen Up is the sports podcast you didn’t know you needed—real talk, big laughs, and a Māori take on sport. Hosted by Courtney Tairi, Piri Weepu, Api Pewhairangi, and Creative Taro Jordaan - it’s where expert insights meet epic yarns with plenty of banter.Piri’s the rugby legend who’s a bit cheeky, Courtney keeps things on track (most of the time), Jordaan makes an impact off the benchand Api brings the oranges... Together, they break down the biggest sports stories, chat with top athletes, and make sure there’s never a dull moment.

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    Episode 35 - Kalani Going

    Whangārei to Warriors hustle 💪🏽Kalani Going drops in on the 🎙️ to talk about being part of a brotherhood, breaking through in the NSW Cup & first-grade, and what’s next in the journey.

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    Episode 34 - Kai Kara-France

    Don’t Blink... Kai Kara-France joins us for a raw kōrero on fighting, family & finding his identity.

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    Episode 33 - Es Maihi

    On this weeks episode we have one of Aotearoa’s most accomplished CrossFit athletes Es Maihi. Check it out!

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    Episode 32 - Tupuria King

    Discipline, whakapapa, and drive 🚣🏽 Tupuria King talks legacy, purpose, and pushing limits... check it ou!

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    Episode 31 - Kenny Edwards/Mahe Fonua

    On this weeks episode we have on Kenny Edwards & Mane Fonua! We cover the NRL grand final, their careers, and moving into coaching with League Kings Academy.

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    Episode 30 - Tai Tupou

    We sat down with Tai Tupou, the man behind the Last Chance Project, to talk through his Rugby journey, breaking the stigma around Men's mental health and much more... check it out 🗣️

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    Episode 29 - Whatanui Flavell

    On this week's episode, we have Whatanui Flavell! We talk his upbringing, what got him and his whanau into the crossfit space and much more!

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    Episode 28 - Playing Up

    On this week’s episode, our guests' Wi-Fi was playing up, so they will be on hold until next week. The crew discusses all things sports, Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, and shares the usual banter. You know what to do... check it out!

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    Episode 27 - Love Thy Papa

    On this weeks episode the team talk about Fathers Day, Black Ferns, Jeff McTainsh, Wahs & much more!

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    Episode 26 - Naitoa Ah Kuoi

    On this week's episode we have Naitoa Ah Kuoi! The definition of Chiefs Mana, we talk through his upbringing, being a father and much more!

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    Episode 25 - Ngani Laumape

    On this week's episode, we have Palmy's finest: Ngani Laumape. A Dual-code beast, we talk through his upbringing, life overseas, his plans for the future and much more!!

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    Episode 24 - Caught Slippin

    On this week's episode we talk about Marcus Bennett the Ponsonby Pony, Joe wanting the Wallabies to win Bledisloe. And the NP team getting hit by something big... check it out! 

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    Episode 23 - Hunter & Cooper Te Ratana

    On this week's episode we have brothers Hunter & Cooper Te Ratana on to talk about playing Basketball internationally, Their upbringing and what they're looking forward to in the future. Check it out!

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    Episode 22 - Lima Sopoaga

    On this week's episode, we have Samoan International and former All Black Lima Sopoaga! We discuss his upbringing, what it's like to play for his country, and much more!

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    Episode 21 - Mad Monday

    On this week's episode we have TV presenter and New Zealand Men's Netball Captain Kruze Tangira! The crew have a mean korero surrounding everything Netball, Joe's 150th and much more!

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    Episode 20 - Game On Hold

    On this week's episode the crew speak on the current state of NZ Netball and if it will return for another season. Also talk about that amazing game winning try by Leka Halasima and much more!

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    Episode 19 - Kennedy Cherrington

    On this weeks episode we have the multi-talented NRLW star Kennedy Cherrington! We talk about watching the Women's game grow, her journey of reconnecting with her Māori Heritage and much more!

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    Episode 18 - Eru Kapa-Kingi

    On this week's episode we have Māori Activist and Lawyer Eru Kapa-Kingi who is fresh off his MMA debut!. We talk through the lead up to his bout, why you should never doubt yourself and much more!

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    Episode 17 - Stacey Waaka

    On this week's episode, we have Olympian, Black Fern & New Zealand Women's Sevens Player, Stacey Waaka! We talk through her upbringing, the secret recipe to cracking it and much more!

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    Episode 16 - Otere Black

    On this week's episode we have ex Māori All Black, Hurricanes and Blues Player, Otere Black! We talk through his upbringing, what life is like in Japan and much more!

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    Episode 15 - Game's Gone

    On this week's episode we have Joe Royal back on hosting duties and we talk all things Netball, Super, NRL and much more!

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    Episode 14 - Joe Royal/Takoha Ropati

    On this week's episode we are joined by ex Maori All Black & Moana Pasifika player Joe Royal and also Touch All-star Takoha Ropati! we korero through their upbringing, what got them into their sport and much more!

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    Episode 13 - Nehe Milner-Skudder

    On this week we're joined by Nehe Milner-Skudder! The All Black's 2015 World Cup star known for his electrifying footwork and flair. From dazzling with the Canes to overcoming Injury setbacks, He talks us through his Upbringing and what it was like playing alongside fellow greats... check it out!

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    Episode 12 - ORIGIN-als

    On this week's episode, we go back to just the OG crew and talk all things Origin, Super, Black Ferns, NRL and much more! Check it out!

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    Episode 11 - Ruahei Demant

    On this week's episode we have Black Ferns Captain, Ruahei Demant! We talk through her upbringing, The challenges of coming into a professional sport with Te Reo as your first language and much more! Check it out!

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    Episode 10 - Portia Woodman-Wickliffe

    On this week's episode we have a legend in the game of Rugby, an Olympian who has represented New Zealand on the world stage. A trail blazer & proud Wāhine Māori; Portia Woodman-Wickliffe joins us! We also have the return of missing person Piri Weepu and talk all things Sports... check it out!

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    Episode 9 - Shooting Stars

    On this week's episode we have the amazingly talented wahine Maia Wilson! We talk all things netball, from why she chose this career over Basketball, Her heroes, The cultural change in Netball over the years... and much more!

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    Episode 8 - Faith, Family, Friends & Footy

    On this week's episode we have on All Black and Super Rugby Champion... Caleb Clarke! Him and the team talk through the Importance of the 4 F's, Following in his father's footsteps and many more!

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    Episode 7 - Wahs Stunner & Pukana

    On this week's episode, the team talk about how they spend their Easter, the wahs bumping up everyone's heart rates lol... Aupiki, Netball, Super and much more! check it out!

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    Episode 6 - Braxton's Home & Away

    On this week's episode we have Aupiki Champion and Superstar; Braxton Sorensen-McGee! We talk through her whanau, career goals and what it's like to be champion at just 18 years old! check it out!

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    Episode 4 - Scraps 'n Heartland

    In this week's episode, the team cover one of the biggest rounds of upsets in League & Union and Coco and Piri share some wise words about their expert fighting coach Monty Betham

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    Episode 5 - Coaching & Poaching

    On this weeks episode, we have the whole team in to talk about their favourite coaches, possible Ngati Porou poaches... and also talking through the past weekend of Super, NRL, Aupiki and the wahine 7s!

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    Episode 3 - Back Fence Feels & Achilles Heels

    In this week's episode, the team talk through who's the best back fencer, career threatening injuries and their favourite sporting moments of all time!

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    Episode 2 - Confessions of a Touchaholic

    In this week's episode, the team talk through Blow-ups, no Blowouts and Api's confessional has everyone in tears... Nau Mai!

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    Episode 1 - Matatini, Manus & Million Dollar Paydays

    In this week's episode, the team talks through the upsets in Super, Matatini, Manu's and pathways for our tamariki who are keen to play sports professionally!

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Sharpen Up is the sports podcast you didn’t know you needed—real talk, big laughs, and a Māori take on sport. Hosted by Courtney Tairi, Piri Weepu, Api Pewhairangi, and Creative Taro Jordaan - it’s where expert insights meet epic yarns with plenty of banter.Piri’s the rugby legend who’s a bit cheeky, Courtney keeps things on track (most of the time), Jordaan makes an impact off the benchand Api brings the oranges... Together, they break down the biggest sports stories, chat with top athletes, and make sure there’s never a dull moment.

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