Talking Performance Ep 188 - Dave Rennie **RE POST** All Black Coach 2026
THIS IS A RE PUBLISHED EPISODE
This Episode was recorded during Covid when Dave Rennie was with the Wallabies (Australian Rugby Team) and I hosted the podcast with David Galbraith (DG) who was with Renz when the Chiefs won back to back super rugby titles.
Dave Rennie has just been appointed the head coach of the All Blacks and I can't wait to see how this season unfolds and I think Dave Rennie will be up for the challenge.
In this episode you will discover how Dave Rennie fosters identity, resilience, and community within elite rugby teams, translating lessons from Glasgow and New Zealand to the international stage. This episode dives into leadership, culture-building, and the mindset required to succeed at the highest levels of sport and beyond.
Key Topics:
- The importance of culture and how history influences team identity
- Strategies for building genuine connections with players in different environments
- Leadership development and empowering players to lead
- Managing team cohesion amidst COVID restrictions and online engagement
- Differences in coaching Australian vs. New Zealand rugby culture
- The role of diversity and inclusion, including Pacifica representation
- Creating visual symbols and shared experiences to reinforce values
- The influence of family, loyalty, and integrity in team culture
- Building resilience and leadership in youth and club rugby
- Approaches to facing tough matches and rivalries like the Crusaders or All Blacks