SharpenUp
Sharpen Up is the sports podcast you didn’t know you needed - real talk, big laughs, and a uniquely Māori take on sport. Hosted by Courtney Tairi, Piri Weepu (sometimes), Api Pewhairangi, Joe Royal, and Creative Taro Jordaan, the show blends expert insights with epic yarns and plenty of banter.
From breaking down the biggest sports stories to chatting with top athletes, the crew make sure there’s never a dull moment. If you love sport, good banter, and a fresh perspective, then you better Sharpen Up!
Meet the Hosts
Courtney Tairi – Former Silver Fern, now one of NZ’s sharpest sports broadcasters.
Piri Weepu – All Black legend with cheeky humour and unmatched rugby brains.
Api Pewhairangi – Dual-code pro who brings Te Ao Māori and big-picture kōrero.
Joe Royal – Māori All Black hooker with gritty experience and grassroots insights.
Creative Taro (Jordaan) – League superfan and creative thinker, always asking the big questions.
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