David Kirk: The state of rugby, search for a CEO and the future

David Kirk: The state of rugby, search for a CEO and the future

On this episode, Murray talks to former All Black captain, now chairman of the New Zealand Rugby board, David Kirk.  Deaks and David discuss the state of the game in New Zealand, his impressive CV and what it brings the role of chairman and also his thoughts on the way forward for rugby. He also gives an update on the hunt for a CEO and whether that person will be a kiwi. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. Full of memories, theories, and opinion. And no nonsense! 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' podcast brought to you by Gold Sport. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Dillon Boucher: Basketball in his DNA, Steven Adams and rebuilding the Breakers

On this episode, Murray talks to former Tall Black, turned basketball administrator, Dillon Boucher.  Deaks and Dillon talk about the key moments from his player career - from getting dropped by the Breakers to finding winning culture in Australia.  As an administrator Dillon has worked for Baskeball New Zealand as CEO and is now back at the Breakers as President of Basketball Operations. Dillon talks about rebuilding the Breakers, the huge age group talent here in NZ and the huge influence Steven Adams has on the game. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. Full of memories, theories, and opinion. And no nonsense! 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' podcast brought to you by Gold Sport. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Joseph Parker: The story behind his success and the wait for a title fight.

On this episode, Murray talks to kiwi heavyweight boxing sensation, Joseph Parker.  For the first time 14 years, Deaks and Joseph meet to discuss how Joseph got into the best shape of his life, why he's waiting for a title fight and how many years he thinks he's got left in the ring.  Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. Full of memories, theories, and opinion. And no nonsense! 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' podcast brought to you by Gold Sport. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Michaela Brake: Joining the Warriors, Rugby Sevens and Olympic Gold

On this episode, Murray talks to Rugby Sevens star and New Zealand Warriors recruit, Michaela Brake (nee Blyde).  As the NRLW season gets under way, Deaks asks Michaela about her switch to league and why our women's sevens stars are able to play in both rugby and league competitions.  They also discuss overcoming bad team culture to win Olympic gold, what makes her so successful and whether she thinks she'll make another Olympics. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. Full of memories, theories, and opinion. And no nonsense! 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' podcast brought to you by Gold Sport. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ian Baker-Finch: To Hell and Back. Winning 'The Open', a crash in form and life in the media

On this episode, Murray talks to one of the best-known names in golfing circles, former golfer, now commentator, Ian Baker-Finch.  Following the release of Ian's biography 'To Hell and Back', Ian talks Deaks through the high of winning the 1991 Open to the low of his career ending loss of form.  Ian also shares his thoughts on LIV Golf and reveals which New Zealand golf course he ranks as one of the best in the world. Murray Deaker has been interviewing the biggest names in sport for 40 years. 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' will interview legends of sport, uncovering their stories. Full of memories, theories, and opinion. And no nonsense! 'Murray Deaker’s Sporting Lives' podcast brought to you by Gold Sport. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.