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Hosted by Tj Olsen · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 76 episodes
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The Bonus Point is a sporting podcast based predominately on the game of Rugby Union. This podcast provides a platform to athletes, coaches & other individuals to share their story, experiences in the game & spark important conversations regarding topics/issues in the world today.
Tj Olsen hosts The Bonus Point Rugby Pod, a sports show with 76 episodes published.
In Episode 80 , Tj is joined by Dane Sherratt from Kick On Rugby to break down New Zealand’s strong tour start, including the win over the Stormers and the 54–0 result against the Sharks, before the final pre-Test auditi
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour is officially underway as the All Blacks open their South African campaign against the DHL Stormers in Cape Town. In Episode 79, I break down the Stormers team and the biggest storylines hea
The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season wrapped with a statement as the Hurricanes crushed the Chiefs in a record-breaking final, and we break down exactly why they were the best team in the competition. From the key stats a
In Episode 77, we break down a massive week in rugby, starting with the Super Rugby semi-finals, the big selection calls, and how the Australian teams have fared across the season. We also look at the launch of Super Rug
In Episode 76, we’re diving deep into the state of USA Rugby with Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt and Scott “The Big Guy” Ferrara from the Rugby Rant podcast. With the Eagles set for a huge summer of Test rugby, we break
If you’ve ever yelled at a ref… this episode might change your perspective. Or probably not as its a regular occurance amongst rugby fans. In this episode, we sit down with Caleb Greaves, a referee with 12 years of exper
Dave Rennie’s All Blacks era begins, and we’re diving straight into the deep end.In this episode of The Bonus Point (recorded live at Three Weavers Brewing Company in Inglewood CA), Tj is joined by Alfonso Horomia (Pig A
Super Rugby Pacific Round 1 delivered upsets galore—Highlanders shock Crusaders, Moana Pasifika conquer Drua in Lautoka, Chiefs steal one at Eden Park, plus big Aussie wins. We break down the key moments, a new segment "
In this episode, I sit down with Ella Ferguson, content creator and journalist to talk about her journey into the world of rugby media and storytelling. Ella shares how she turned a passion for the game into a career cap
The Bonus Point Rugby Podcast kicks off 2026 with a massive guest — newly appointed Scotland Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka. Host TJ Olsen sits down with Sione to unpack his journey from Brisbane State High to intern
Episode 69 of the podcast features an insightful conversation with rugby journalist Jamie Wall, renowned for his deep knowledge and years covering the All Blacks and global rugby. Jamie shares his journey into rugby jour
We catch up with Rob "The Hammer" Hammerschmidt (The Rugby Rant) to discuss the EOY tour squads for: All BlacksWallabiesAll Blacks XV We have included a sneak peak into the Rugby Rant's Podcast where we spoke about R360.
Jason Emery (Maori All Blacks, Old Glory DC) joins the show to chat about USA Rugby qualifying for the RWC in 2027, The upcoming Bledisloe Cup tests in the Rugby Championship & the Women's RWC finals.
This episode is dedicated to the passing of my dad Steve. We are chatting about all the cups that are up for grabs: Pacific Nations CupThe Rugby ChampionshipWomen's Rugby World Cup
This weeks episode were chatting about: All Blacks vs FranceBritish & Irish Lions vs WallabiesKalyn Ponga to union!??
We unpack a lot on this weeks podcast. Super Rugby Pacific Finals (Chiefs vs Crusaders)British & Irish Lions vs ArgentinaWallabies SquadArdie Savea off to Japan in 2026Premiership vs Super Rugby You wont wanna miss this
We are back to chat all about playoff footy!! On this episode, here is what is on the cards: First Half Segment - Super Rugby Quarter & Semi Final Picture Second Half Segment - Ngani Laumape signs with Moana Bonus Point
On this weeks episode we are joined by Samantha Lovett (@samloverugby) who is a a freelance digital content creator specializing in enhancing the global appeal of rugby through engaging and innovative content. She has wo
On this weeks episode we have on old friend join the show to chat about: Our starting Wallabies XV (is Noah & Joseph are out due to injury)IRFU scrapping their 7’s programANZAC Test Match - Top 3 players we'd want to see
On this weeks episode, Jeremy Lardner (Dua Moana Podcast) joins us to chat about: Moana Pasifika The Pacific Nations CupThe British & Irish Lions Squad
Jamie Wall
Rugby reporter and author · Gambling Commission
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old friend
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Alfonso Horomia
Pig Athletic - Rugby Heads Podcast
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Rob "The Hammer" Hammerschmidt
The Rugby Rant
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Jeremy Lardner
Dua Moana Podcast
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James Tesoriero
St Aloysius' College
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Dane Zander
Queensland Reds
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The Bonus Point Rugby Pod is hosted by Tj Olsen. The show is categorised under sports (rugby) and has published 76 episodes.
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