The Couch Crew Sports Show Podcast returns with another packed episode, hosted by Chris Butler and Ryan “Skippy” Stewart. This week the team is joined by special guest Sam Dempster from the Nelson Giants, discussing his basketball journey, recent performances, and what’s ahead for the season. Across the show, the team delivers a full wrap of local and international sport, including Nelson Giants results and fixtures, Tasman club rugby updates, Super Rugby Pacific action, and a comprehensive football roundup from the Local and Southern Leagues through to the Premier League. The episode also covers the latest NBA playoff action. 

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

In this episode, Nelson Mayor Nick Smith talks about how the new council is settling in as he begins his second term, and the key lessons he’s taken from his first term in office. He also covers the progress of the Bridge to Better development, what’s ahead for Nelson’s city centre, and how the current economic climate is influencing planning and recovery efforts.

Hosted by Chris Butler alongside Uniquely Nelson Manager Simon Duffy.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Shout out to our Podcast partner: www.uniquelynelson.nz

Introducing the inaugural episode of The Couch Crew Sports Show Podcast, brought to you by The Turf Hotel.

Hosted by Chris Butler and Ryan Stewart, we kick things off with a wide-ranging discussion covering football, rugby, the Nelson Giants, and key world sporting headlines.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Thanks to our sponsors NBS and The Turf Hotel for their support.

The Talk of The Town - Nelson Arts Festival

Hosts: Simon Duffy & Chris Butler Guests: Ruth Roebuck (General Manager) and Kerry Sunderland (Pukapuka Talks Programme Lead) – Nelson Arts Festival. In this episode, Simon and Chris sit down with Ruth Roebuck and Kerry Sunderland to discuss the creative energy and community spirit behind the Nelson Arts Festival. They share insights into how the festival continues to evolve, the stories and ideas driving the Pukapuka Talks programme, and what makes Nelson’s arts scene truly special. 

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Shout out to our Podcast partner: www.uniquelynelson.nz

The Mako Rugby Round-Up - Tasman Mako Head Coach, Gray Cornelius

Recorded at the Marist Clubrooms in Nelson Hosts: Les Edwards & Chris Butler Proudly supported by The Turf Hotel and NBS – Supporting Locals for Over 160 Years Welcome back to the Mako Rugby Roundup. This week, Les and I are joined by Tasman Mako Head Coach, Gray Cornelius, as we wrap up the 2025 season. Gray shares his reflections on the season, from the strong start to the lessons learned, game management insights, and player development heading into 2026. We also discuss the structure of club rugby, player pathways, and standout performances from the squad. We finish the episode with a look at the NPC Final between Canterbury and Otago, and our own reflections on another great year of Mako Rugby. That’s a wrap on the 2025 season of the Mako Rugby Roundup. A huge thank you to our sponsors, The Turf Hotel and NBS, for their ongoing support, to our guests throughout the year, and to everyone who listened, shared, and supported the show. We’ll see you again next season on the Mako Rugby Roundup.

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Shout out to our venue sponsor: www.turfhotel.co.nz

Mako Rugby Roundup - Tasman Mako Season Stats

Recorded at The Turf Hotel in Stoke, hosts Les Edwards and Chris Butler wrap up the NPC quarterfinal weekend and look back on the Tasman Mako’s 2025 campaign. The focus is on results, stats, and standout performances from the season — plus a look ahead to the NPC semifinals and international rugby scene. The episode breaks down Tasman’s season in numbers, key milestones, and farewells for departing players including Quinten Strange, Levi Aumua, Sione Havili Talitui, and Fletcher Anderson. Les and Chris also discuss the newly announced All Blacks Grand Slam Tour squad and the All Blacks XV European Tour lineup. 

Ways to Listen:  Facebook & Instagram  Spotify: NBS Talk Nelson.

Shout out to our venue sponsor: www.turfhotel.co.nz