Hosted by Luron Iosefa · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 14 episodes
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The Hurtlocker is everything Footy in NZ - On and off the field. Bringing the new media to code 🏉
Luron Iosefa hosts The Hurtlocker, a sports show with 14 episodes published.
Ever since we were young, we’ve always known Ajay would be a proper weapon. Ajay has been carving up grades since the under-13s level, and since then, he’s gone from strength to strength. Growing up in South Auckland, Aj
Welcome to the new show called 'The Lock In'. Just two boys having a yap about code, in the same way we'd have a beer. Apologies for the language and the inside jokes (We are not Jo Rogan's, yet) tonne of mistakes, and a
Alright chat, It's been in a minute but let us have another crack! In the first episode which I have nicknamed 'The Lock In' for now because I am yet to find a permanent name, we have a whole lot to chat about. The Women
Raised in Palmy, later touching down in Wellington, Isaiah "Ice" Mapusua grew up in some of NZ's footy hot spots. Attending renowned rugby powerhouses St. Pat's College and Scots, he was immersed in a culture of rugby. H
Josh Beehre, born and bred in Northland NZ the man has worked for every opportunity, searching his way to challenges and chances. As a youngin, raised on a Dairy farm the work ethic has always been there, and that consis
This week on The Hurtlocker, we sit down with All Black #979 – Pita Alatini – one of the smoothest centres to ever wear the black jersey. From carving up in SA, South Auckland to making his All Blacks debut, Pita brings
Born and bred out of New South Wales, Australia, Patrick Pellegrini 10 launched his career into Super Rugby world in 2025 with team changing form. During covid, he decided to shoot across to the UK, in order to get more
In Session 5 of The Hurtlocker, we sit down with the uso Charlie Faumuina. South Auckland born and bred, the man has taken S.A, Samoa, and New Zealand to the world. Through pure hard work and dedication he became an Auck
Feleti Sae-Ta'ufo'ou Leading from the front of the pack, the uso has already had himself a journey. Growing up in Palmerston North with an awesome family, he was raised to be great. Hard work has been at the forefront of
Session 4 of The Hurtlocker features none other than the young gun himself — Kyren Taumoefolau. The man hasn’t even celebrated his 21st birthday yet… but he’s already played in a Rugby World Cup, represented his Tongan h
The 09-born and bred man himself, Harry Plummer, dropped into the new setup to share his story. Grateful for this one! 🙌 HP10 winds the clock back, taking us through his journey—from his upbringing to Super Rugby champi
Caleb Tangitau Joins The Hurtlocker for Session 2 In this episode, we sit down with the Highlanders new winger and former Auckland Blues and All Blacks Sevens young gun Caleb Tangitau to talk about his journey in rugby.
Caleb Tangitau Joins The Hurtlocker for Session 2 In this episode, we sit down with the Highlanders new winger and former Auckland Blues and All Blacks Sevens young gun Caleb Tangitau to talk about his journey in rugby.
Round 5 of Super Rugby is done and dusted! A massive round with some huge matchups—have a listen, drop a rating, and send me your honest feedback. Don’t forget to show some love on all our socials! 🔥 New session this we
Super Rugby Round 4 Here's a snap review of Round 4 in the Super rugby pacific. We'll get into a deeper review later in the week! Let us know your thoughts on the round. Two prizes in our Super rugby fantasy Hurtlocker L
The Wednesday Wrap – Round 4 Team Lists & Match Previews Welcome to The Wednesday Wrap, your midweek breakdown of Super Rugby team lists and matchups! This week, we dive into Round 4, analysing all the big selections, ta
My quick review on the Blues Squad for this round. Flick us a message with feedback and support at @hurtlockerpod on instagram. Leave us a review, and stay locked in with us. Hurtlocker Family 🎵 Music licensed from Lick
My quick review on the Chiefs Squad for this round. Flick us a message with feedback and support at @hurtlockerpod on instagram. Leave us a review, and stay locked in with us. Hurtlocker Family 🎵 Music licensed from Lic
My quick review on the Crusader's Squad for this round. Flick us a message with feedback and support at @hurtlockerpod on instagram. Leave us a review, and stay locked in with us. Hurtlocker Family 🎵 Music licensed from
My quick review on the Hurricanes Squad for this round. Flick us a message with feedback and support at @hurtlockerpod on instagram. Leave us a review, and stay locked in with us. Hurtlocker Family 🎵 Music licensed from
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