The Mad Butcher is one of rugby league's most recognisable personalities. A staunch supporter of the Warriors and Kiwis who has followed them through thick and thin. He caught up with Staf at Mt Smart Stadium to discuss his upbringing in Wellington, how he came to start his own business in Mangere and his work with the community.

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While he is regarded by many to be one of the best rugby players ever seen, Christian Cullen's career was not without controversy. From the decision to play him at centre in the failed 1999 World Cup campaign to his high profile snubbing by John Mitchell. He talks to Staf about all that and more.

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Dan "The Hangman" Hooker has risen from humble beginnings in Mixed Martial Arts to fighting on some of the sport's biggest stages. He tells Staf about his journey in the sport, how he prepares for fights and what the future holds.

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Staf Chat gets its first international guest with Dutch darts legend Raymond van Barneveld taking some time to talk about his glittering career and why he's decided to call it quits at the end of the year.

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At just 26 years old, Sarah Hirini (nee Goss) has achieved a lot, a Rugby World Cup winner in both 7s and Xvs, an Olympic Silver Medallist and now a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Staf went to her house in Papamoa to hear about her journey from rural Manawatu kid to rugby star.

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Andrew Mehrtens joins Staf to talk everything from the 1995 World Cup final to his on-field rivalry with Carlos Spencer to his long career playing in Europe.

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Staf sits down with New Zealand's most-capped Silver Fern, Irene Van Dyk. She talks about beginning her career, her decision to relocate to New Zealand and the highs and lows of her illustrious career.

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Staf sits down with injured Chiefs and All Blacks star Damian McKenzie to talk about his journey in rugby, the concept of Chiefs Mana and his comeback from injury.

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Staf is back for another season and is kicking it off by speaking to departing Wellington Phoenix legend Andrew Durante. He talks about his early struggles with injuries, the decision to move to New Zealand, playing for Terry Serepisos and much more.

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Sir John Kirwan's career has taken him from Mangere to Italy, to Japan and back again. He was a revered figure on the field as an All Black winger and is perhaps even more highly regarded for his work in later life as an advocate for mental health. He invited Staf into his home for a coffee and to share stories from his varied life.

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