Q, Hewi and Nath return for the first Locker Room Lads chat of 2026 with a heartfelt nod to Sir Tim Shadbolt — then take an unexpected detour into the wild world of small‑town scandal, rumours, and how to cope when everyone knows your business.

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Comedy legend Paul Ego joins the show to talk about his first-ever nationwide solo tour, STICK. From voicing the beloved Stickman to life on the road, intimate venues, and the thrill of live improv, Paul gives a funny and heartfelt look at three decades in comedy — and why now is the perfect time to go solo.

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With locals breaking records and kicking massive goals, we decided to see what we could achieve if we really pushed ourselves. The results? Hilarious… and humbling.

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Shane Bichan joins us to share his powerful mission walking the length of Aotearoa to honour those left behind after suicide and bring visibility to the healing that follows. He talks about what inspired the journey, the challenges so far, and the impact he hopes to make with every step toward Bluff.

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Mathew Korteweg joins us to talk about the power of everyday circuit breakers — the small pauses that keep us grounded both on and off the farm. He shares what’s happening in the dairy world right now, how he manages the juggle, and whether we’ll spot him lacing up the boots for Clutha again this year.

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Farmer and mum of three, Jenny Sandford, talks about finding rest, connection and inspiration at the Shepherdess Muster — and why Southland women should grab this chance while it’s here.

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Kim, Tyla, and Taryn kick off 2026 with plenty of laughs and real talk. From wedding traditions and staying in your lane to F-bombs and what's happened to Kim?

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Back-to-school costs can be tough, but Southland’s incredible Free Back to School event is here to help. Co-founder Maddison Booth shares how the initiative started, what families can expect this Sunday, and why community support has been overwhelming. All the details you need to get involved — and yes, everything is really free!

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