The Scrum of the Earth Rugby Podcast
By David Lawrence
My name is David Lawrence, and I'm an American Rugby fan who follows the game all over the globe. The Scrum of the Earth is a weekly podcast, with bonus episodes frequently thrown in. Each week, we look at news and results from around the world, and we look ahead to upcoming action.
I support my USA Eagles, the New England Free Jacks in MLR, Scotland internationally, and a few other teams in leagues I follow, from the NPC to the Super Six.
Please get in touch @OfScrum or TheScrumOfTheEarth@gmail.com, I am always happy to answer questions or respond to your ideas. Cheers, and be well!
The Scrum of the Earth Rugby PodcastOct 04, 2021
{BONUS EPISODE} Heavy Metal Meets Rugby! The Return of John Anderson and the State of GLASGOW and the URC!
Wherein I again sit down for a chat with the lovely John Anderson of the Scottish Rugby Podcast. We talk URC, his beloved Glasgow Warriors, and finally, imagine Metallica songs as Scottish rugby players.
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 143 - Like a Beach Against the Tide, Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I am overjoyed by the reasonable amount of top notch rugby, what a weekend! I definitely don’t mention my shame for picking against my beloved Free Jacks, and unless you’re one of the few people reading this, you’d never know! Oh yes, I feel pretty sure I manage to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well.
The article about the Pro D2 was here:
The ProD2: Rugby's land of opportunity
The article about the conviction of a supporter for online abuse was here:
‘Vile and toxic’ Rugby World Cup fan convicted in 'landmark' referee case : PlanetRugby
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 142 - On the Faculty at Tackle School, Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I get very excited for the return to European action, as well as another win for my Free Jacks. I feel pretty sure I manage to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well.
The article about Kitshoff leaving Ulster was here:
Steven Kitshoff set to make shock Ulster exit after just one year at Ravenhill
The article about Fergus Burke was here:
Burke eyeing Test honours with eligibility for 2 Six Nations sides
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 141 - I'm Making A Huge Mistake, Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I manage to greatly tone down the absurd scope of the coverage last week, enjoy a few upsets and bounce-backs, and, just now as I write this, get weirdly excited for the return of the EPCR! Hopefully, I manage to insert a modicum of silliness, as well.
The article about Danny Care was here:
'Long time coming' – England legend Danny Care set for last Twickenham hurrah
The article about Michael Hooper was here:
Michael Hooper makes brutally honest assessment ahead of Sevens debut : PlanetRugby
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} The Globetrotting Rugby Poet, Harry Jones!
Wherein I sit down with the one and only and very calmly-named, Harry Jones, and quite literally cover everything.
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} The Return of Phil Harris of the Jack's Ranger's Show!
Wherein I sit down with the inimitable Phil Harris, the man behind the Jack's Rangers Show, and a fellow hardcore fan of our team here in New England. We get some insights into life in New Hampshire, Phil's travel plans for the season, and of course, we go on and on about our magical team.
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 140 - Crymych Spiders, Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I am a tad overwhelmed with the sheer volume of rugby on display this weekend, but manage to pull things together. I think. Hopefully, I manage to insert a modicum of silliness, as well.
The article I didn’t have time to talk about, about Jasper Wiese was here:
Jasper Wiese: When you play for the Springboks, you put your own desires behind you
The article I would have liked to include about Newcastle was here:
Diamond admits Newcastle Falcons are eager to attract Saudi Arabia investment
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} The Return of Alex Magleby, Co-Founder, Owner and CEO of the New England Free Jacks!
Wherein I again sit down with the Co-Founder, Owner and CEO of the New England Free Jacks, the legendary Alex Magleby! We talk the Free Jacks, the MLR, the newest team in the league, and Rugby World Cup 2031!
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Episode 139 - Ice Cream All Over His Face, Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I feel a bit bummed by the Six Nations, but much less so about the Free Jacks returning to their winning ways at home. Hopefully, I manage to insert a modicum of silliness, as well.
The article about the rugby club getting a new gazebo was here:
Devon rugby club gets cash seized from criminals for new gazebo
The article about the Wooden Spoon was here:
Wooden spoon: The trophy no sports team wants but where does the tradition come from? - CJS News
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 138 - Pomeranians are a Small, but Hardy Breed! Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I try to get over my disappointment with a Free Jacks opening day home loss, screw up predictions left and right, but still manage to thoroughly enjoy a massive chunk of action from the insane weekend. As always, I try to inject at least a modicum of silliness, as well.
The article about Ireland’s place in the world rankings was here:
The article about Gareth Anscombe signing with Gloucester was here:
Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe signs for Gloucester
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 137 - Pack Your Bags, We're Going to Utah! Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I manage to hit upon all your selections for Games of the Week, rejoice in the return of the MLR, and as always, inject quite a bit of silliness, as well.
The article about the NZR’s Player Rest Policy was here:
Ex-Wallaby blasts New Zealand Rugby's ‘stupid’ policy as All Blacks rested : PlanetRugby
The article about the rivalry between Spain and Portugal was here:
Portugal v Spain: History and controversy collide in rivalry for the ages
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} How Do You Solve A Problem Like A Scrum Down? Scottish Rugby Check-In With The Craig Man!
Wherein I catch up with one of my favorite people on the planet, Craig Manson, to talk Six Nations, Edinburgh in the URC, how we make scrums more transparent to the world, and so much more!
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 136 - Super Rugby Returns! Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I miss as much as I cover, but hey, time stands still for no one. Even so, I managed to insert quite a bit of silliness, as well. I hope.
The article about Abby Dow was here:
https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/abby-dow-i-love-playing-rugby-when-im-happy/
The article about Dan McFarland was here:
CONFIRMED: Ulster sack 'longest-serving' head coach after post-match rant and announce interim boss
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 135 - How Did I Miss Clyde? Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I get a bit excited to have the URC back, am floored by seeing Clyde the Mascot for the first time, and get a little nervous about all the upcoming rugby. Hopefully, I managed to insert quite a bit of silliness, as well.
The article about Super Rugby’s cure for “kick tennis” was here:
Super Rugby outlaws frustrating 'kick tennis' trend that could go global
The article about Australian Rugby was here:
Rugby Australia considers first afternoon Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney since 1995
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 134 - 240 Minutes We Can't Have Back, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I go over Round Two of the men’s Six Nations, a full slate in the PWR, and inevitably, inexorably, another round of Top 14 action. Hopefully, I managed to insert quite a bit of silliness, as well.
The article about Maddison Levi and Eva Karpani was here:
Maddison Levi and Eva Karpani receive accolades at Rugby Australia Awards
The article about Joe Schmidt was here:
‘Best versions of themselves’: Super Rugby the key for Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 133 - Dan Biggar Sneezed, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I go over Round One of the men’s Six Nations, a full slate in the PWR, and inevitably, inexorably, another round of Top 14 action. Hopefully, I managed to insert quite a bit of silliness, as well.
The article about the prosecutions for online abuse was here:
World Rugby takes legal action following match official abuse monitoring after World Cup - BBC Sport
The article about New Zealand v Fiji in San Diego was here:
All Blacks taking historic test to San Diego | Stuff
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 132 - Like an Extra on Saltburn, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I get annoyed about the lack of PWR games available, get a little crusty about the comms in the Prem, and try desperately to shake off the downbeat vibes I’ve been riding all week, just not a fun time here at the Scrum of the Earth HQ.
The article about Melbourne Rebels’ insolvency was here:
Melbourne Rebels enter voluntary administration amid debt crisis - ESPN
The article about Wayne Barnes’ tribute to Jaco Peyper was here:
Barnes pays tribute to 'magnificent colleague' Peyper after retirement
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 131 - Tigers and Falcons Get on the Board! Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I go on and on and on about who-knows-what, I mean, let’s face it.
The article about All Blacks in the NFL was here:
The All Blacks who would have the best shot at making an NFL roster
Jamie Wall’s article was here:
https://www.rugbypass.com/news/state-of-play-womens-rugby-in-new-zealand/
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 130 - Tribute to Dr. King, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I cover MOST of the European action, though there are some Bluey-imposed gaps in there this week. I regret nothing.
The excerpted bit about Dr. King and his legacy was here:
ARCC News - Martin Luther King, Jr. and “Extremist” Love
The Letter from Birmingham Jail can be found in its entirety here:
Letter from Birmingham Jail - Bill of Rights Institute
The article about Adam Hastings was here:
Adam Hastings: Scotland & Gloucester fly-half glad to be back after 'hellish' 18 months - BBC Sport
The article about the flooding at Lady Bay was here:
Nottingham statement: The 'total flooding' of Lady Bay
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 129 - When the URC's Away, Premier Rugby Will Play - Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I finally break down and watch some Prem, as well as the one PWR match they gave us on The Rugby Network.
The article about Jean Kleyn was here:
Springbok lock Jean Kleyn ruled out for the rest of the season
The article about attendance figures in the URC was here:
South African derbies boost record breaking URC attendance figures
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} Craig and John Return to Examine the URC Mid-Season
Wherein I once again sit down to chat with the record-setting duo, Craig and John from @ScotRugbyPod to dissect the subtle nuances of the league we call the United Rugby Thingy.
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} The Return of Tom Kindley, GM of the NE Free Jacks!
Wherein I get very excited about all the festive action, and inject a bit of silliness for good measure.
The article about the Fiji Drua was here:
Drua set Super Rugby Pacific sights high after Fiji's World Cup campaign
The article about the PWR was here:
A Twixmassy look around the PWR: New Kids, Mercurial Meg and Big Game
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 128 - Have You Ever Seen the Rain? Weekend Wrap Up, and More!
Wherein I get very excited about all the festive action, and inject a bit of silliness for good measure.
The article about the Fiji Drua was here:
Drua set Super Rugby Pacific sights high after Fiji's World Cup campaign
The article about the PWR was here:
A Twixmassy look around the PWR: New Kids, Mercurial Meg and Big Game
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} Harley and Huw Talk URC and All Things Welsh Rugby!
Wherein I sit down for a lovely chat with Dr. Harley Worthy and Huw Griffin about the state of the regions, what the future holds for club rugby in Wales, why we love the URC, and give out predictions for who will win it all!
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Episode 127 - At Home with Dan Biggar, Festive Roundup, and More!
Wherein I am excited to get stuck into the first weekend of our festive fixtures, and manage to bring the NFL into the conversation somehow. There’s also undoubtedly some silliness, as per usual.
The article about Newcastle’s ongoing woes was here:
Newcastle Falcons suffer nightmare journey home from South Africa
The article about the “Brotherly Shove” was here:
Brotherly shove: The Scot at the heart of NFL's most divisive play
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 126 - More Mascots, Please! Weekend Wrap-up, and More!
Wherein I go through all the latest European action, along with the PWR, which got back to a full slate this weekend. There’s also undoubtedly some silliness, as per usual.
The article about Jo Yapp was here:
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
{BONUS EPISODE} Dallen Stanford Returns!
Wherein I am thrilled to once again chat with world legend Dallen Stanford, to talk the year in rugby, his work at the 2023 World Cup, and a new venture called Flag Rugby X!
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 125 - Dorothy Goes to Oz, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I spill all the dish - is that something one can do? - about the opening round of the new EPCR tournaments, and breakdown in brief the PWR. I assume there’s a bit of silliness baked in as well.
The article about “Marky Mark” was here:
Australia winger Mark Nawaqanitawase to switch to rugby league - BBC Sport
The article about NY Rugby folding was here:
Rugby New York folding "tough to grapple with", as MLR loses another side
The article about the rain in Galway was here:
Galway areas closed off with immediate effect as stormy weather hits - GalwayBeo
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 124 - Two Types of Kits, Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I try my best to cover a ridiculous amount of action, while trying to exist as a musician at the same time. I also do a bit of begging at the start, please do us a favor and support the show!
The article about the sad folding of the Toronto Arrows was here:
Toronto Arrows, Canada's lone Major League Rugby team, cease operations
The article about Owen Farrell was here:
England captain Owen Farrell to miss Six Nations and prioritise mental health
The blurb about Clermont vs. Racing 92 was here:
Taofifenua Late Try Returns Beaten Racing To Top 14 Summit
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
Thanks, cheers and be well!
Episode 123 - Green Velvet on a Cooling Rack - Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I go over all the usual comps, try to pepper in some cool stats and mini-factoids, along with a modicum of pure silliness.
The article about Rugby Australia’s new direction was here:
New Rugby Australia chairman makes new promise to the fans
The article about Siobhan Cattigan was here:
Family still want answers from Scottish Rugby over player's death
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Episode 122 - The Sith Lord with the Green Thumb, Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I try desperately to cover way too much rugby, but have a great time doing it!
The article about the incorrect ruling in the RWC Final was here:
The latest article about the toxic culture of the WRU was here:
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-politics-67420553
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
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Episode 121 - Ersatz Prognostication, Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I thoroughly enjoy a full slate of top-level rugby, particularly in the URC, which I grow increasingly convinced is the best league of any sport in this crazy world.
The article about Fabien Galthie was here:
The primary website for all the WXV action that I have woefully inadequately covered is here:
The blurb about the Eagles’ win over Brazil was here:
https://eagles.rugby/news/usa-mens-eagles-make-a-statement-in-dominant-win-over-brazil-20231111
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Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it.
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Episode 120 - Weekend Recap with New European Action!
Wherein I try to keep up with all the club action, as well as injecting some well-meaning silliness, to boot.
The article about Eddie Jones’ never-ending trail of dumpster fires was here:
https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/67284121
The article about Wayne Barnes’ retirement was here:
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{BONUS EPISODE} John and Craig Return for a Chat About All Things Rugby!
Wherein I again sit own with two of my favorite mammals, the incredible combo that is John and Craig, where, I mean, who even knows what we get on about?
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{BONUS EPISODE} URC Preview (Slightly Belated) with Patricia and Jonny!
Wherein I sit down with Patricia Viera and Jonny McGinty to look ahead to the URC season, already 2 rounds in!
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Episode 119 - It Was Blue Skies, But Then Again, We Live in Wales - Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I lament the All Blacks RWC loss, enjoy the usual competitions being back in full swing, and finally get to watch my Eagles in the WXV!
The article about Bundee Aki’s re-signing was here:
https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/67239046
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Episode 118 - Two Trophies for Potty? Weekend Roundup, and More!
Wherein I go on a bit about the RWC semi finals, go crazy bananas for the NPC final, feel grateful the Prem is still currently free to watch, and happily welcome back the lovely URC to the rugby calendar, last year was a great one and I see it becoming even more fun this year!
The article about Worcester Warriors Women’s Rugby was here:
https://sports.yahoo.com/worcester-warriors-women-premiership-womens-163417267.html
The article about the faulty Welsh kits was here:
https://www.rugbypass.com/news/wru-statement-clarifies-what-went-on-with-their-disappearing-numbers/
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{BONUS EPISODE} Namibian International and Free Jacks Legend, Le Roux Malan!
Wherein I sit down for a lovely chat with one of my favorite players, recently returned from the World Cup, Le Roux Malan!
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Episode 117 - "We've Earned Another Week" - Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I go on and on about the RWC, hugely enjoy the NPC semis, and complain just a bit about the return of the Prem.
The article about Eddie Jones was here:
Rugby World Cup news | Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones set to quit for Japan job
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Episode 116 - The Pools End, the Playoffs Begin, Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
Wherein I try to control my disappointment over the Scotland result, get super bummed that Samoa couldn’t quite hold on to defeat the English for the first time in their history, and wonder what’s become of Jesse Parete.
The article about Eddie Jones was here:
Eddie Jones isn't the main issue with the Wallabies coaching set-up
The article about the fallout over the Ranfurly Shield was here:
Ranfurly Shield break: Hawke’s Bay Rugby’s cabinet will be empty for the summer - NZ Herald
The video of Alesana Tuilagi smashing people for 3 minutes and 42 seconds was here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkXJ14ZH3Jo
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Episode 115 - If You're Gonna Have A Mullet, Your Name Might As Well Be Something Like 'Leroy' - Weekend Wrap-Up and More!
Wherein I go on and on about the 3rd round of the Pool Stages of the RWC, as well as the final weeks of the National Provincial Championship down in New Zealand.
The article about Antoine Dupont’s remarkable recovery was here:
https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/66925380
The main site for Actors’ Shakespeare Project in Boston is here:
https://www.actorsshakespeareproject.org/
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Episode 114 - Sexton Gets Hurt on the Coin Flip, and So Much More! Weekend Roundup and Other Stuff
Wherein I go on and on about the 3rd round of the Pool Stages of the RWC, as well as the final weeks of the National Provincial Championship down in New Zealand.
The article about the Prem coming to The Rugby Network was here:
https://www.rugbypass.com/news/gallagher-premiership-and-major-league-rugby-announce-landmark-deal/
The article saying France have embraced “winning ugly” was here:
https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/how-france-learnt-to-embrace-winning-ugly/
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Episode 113 - The Metric Conversion of the Weekend Wrap-Up, RWC, NPC, and More!
Wherein I go on about the second week of RWC action, lament the oh-so-soon conclusion of the NPC, and send all my positive vibes to Le Roux Malan.
The article about Malcolm Marx was here:
The article about injuries prior to the second weekend of the RWC was here:
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Episode 112 - The Battle of Heart and Mind, World Cup Openers, FPC Finals, and More!
Wherein I am positively overwhelmed with the unreal opening round of the men’s Rugby World Cup, on top of all the incredible action still going on in New Zealand!
The article about the Welsh kit change was here:
https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/wales-agree-world-cup-kit-27668115
The piece featuring Beauden Parrot was here:
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Episode 111 - Weekend Recap, and A Look Ahead!
Wherein I enjoy a last weekend of pre-World Cup rugby, particularly the Farah Palmer Cup, which has given us our two Finals showdowns for next weekend.
The article about World Cup contenders was here:
https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-power-rankings-b2401717.html
The article about the South African 7-1 bench split was here:
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[BONUS EPISODE] World Cup Preview, Totally Not Biased at All, with Craig Manson of the Scottish Rugby Podcast! (Explicit)
Wherein I again sit down with the brilliant Craig Manson to look ahead to Rugby World Cup.
If you're not currently supporting the Scottish Rugby Podcast, I highly recommend it!
https://www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast/posts
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Episode 110 - Springboks and Fiji and Turbos, Oh My! Weekend Wrap-up and More!
Wherein I flip out about ENG v FIJI, flip out in the opposite way about SA v NZ, and generally enjoy an overly-full weekend of rugby.
The article about changed allegiances was here:
https://www.planetrugby.com/news/every-player-who-has-changed-nationalities-for-the-rugby-world-cup
The article about Siya Kolisi was here:
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{BONUS EPISODE} Author, Journalist, and All-Blacks Expert, Jamie Wall!
Wherein I sit down to talk all things New Zealand Rugby with famed author, Jamie Wall. We talk about his incredible books, as well as the past, present and future of rugby!
The article referenced was here:
His website, where you can purchase all his great books, is here:
https://www.jamiewallrugby.com/
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Episode 109 - The Pleasure, the Privilege is Mine - Weekend Wrap-Up and More!
Wherein I trip over myself trying to cover way too much rugby, but manage to inject some random silliness, as usual.
The article about Stuart McInally was here:
https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/scotland-star-retire-after-omission-27529574
The article about Trowbridge Rugby Club Women was here:
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-wiltshire-66518977
The article about Selica Winiata was here:
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{BONUS EPISODE} USA Eagle Sammy Sullivan!
Wherein I, at long last, sit down for a chat with the incredible Sammy Sullivan of the USA Eagle Sevens and the Pittsburgh Steeltoes!
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