Best Mitch Hammond Podcasts (2025)

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Ale and A Ghostly Tale Season 3 Episode 5 1:14:53

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Send us a text Welcome to Ale and a Ghostly Tale the podcast where we toss back one of our favorite drinks and share a chilling, spooky, and mysterious stories. On tonight's episode we reveal our lost St Patrick's Day Special! We meet a Phantom Monk, find a ghostly grooming tool, reveal a mischievous changeling, and tremble in terror before ancient…

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Taken Alive with James & Aaron 1:44:46

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vermonttalks.com/56By Becca Hammond

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Ale and a Ghostly Tale Season 3 Episode 4 1:13:25

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Send us a text Welcome to Ale and a Ghostly Tale the podcast where we toss back one of our favorite drinks and share a chilling, spooky, and mysterious stories. On tonight's episode we start with sounds from the deep, a frozen lover, a wedding celebration gone tragically wrong, and some helpful aquatic specters. Tonight's Drinks: Brian: Mango Cart …

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Burly Girlies - Rae, Morgan & Spencer 1:04:42

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vermonttalks.com/55By Becca Hammond

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From Baby Blacks to USA Eagle, Hooker Shilo Klein 34:15

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill returns alongside Fitzy to interview USA Eagle and San Diego Legion Hooker, Shilo Klein. We discuss Shilos climb in New Zealand rugby, staring with the Baby Blacks in their U20 Champions runs, then moving his way through provincial and Super Rugby, on his way to Major League Rugby and USA Eagles.…

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A Crossover Success, USA Eagle, Pono Davis 39:50

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Bill returns alongside Fitzy to interview Houston SaberCats and USA Eagle Prop Pono Davis. Pono is that rare crossover athlete success story, going from college football to pro football, to test rugby in a mere 5 years. Pono talks about making the move to rugby, trying out for American Raptors and eventuall…

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The Year Ahead with USA Rugby Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence 59:34

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, New England Free Jacks Director of Communications and Entertainment, and MLR Sideline Reporter, Thomas “Wheels” Grant, welcome USA Rugby Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence. Scott, Fitzy and Wheels dive into the recently announced rugby calendar for both the men’s and…

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From Leicester to Boston, Foundational Banshee, Emily Henrich 34:12

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young, welcome USA Eagle and Boston Banshee Foundational Member, Emily Henrich. Emily, deep into Banshee trainings, talks about her time in the PWR with Leicester Tigers and now a member of the inaugural WER Boston Banshee’s team, her teammates an…

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WER President and Co-Founder, Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf 39:29

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young, welcome WER President and co-founder, Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf as part of an hour long show including Boston Banshee and USA Eagle, Emily Henrich. In this half of the show, Fitzy and Wendy talk to Jessica about the inaugural season ki…

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YABAI! Band - Phil and Mitch 48:27

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By Becca Hammond

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“Quest For The Shield” Producers, Deirdre & Justin LePera 23:44

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy sits down with the producers of the Amazon Prime rugby documentary, “Quest For The Shield” Producers, Deidre and Justin LePera. Deirdre and Justin share how the doc was made, getting great access to the players and getting them to open up to the camera about the team’s struggles, successes, and the fa…

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2025 Trialed Laws - MLR Director of Match Officials, David Wilkinson 50:31

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In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Bill and Fitzy welcome Major League Rugby Director of Match Officials, David Wilkinson on to talk about what is making the entire rugby world abuzz, new 2025 MLR Trialed Laws. Are they turning union into league? Will scrums suffer? Why these implementations and why in Major League Rugby? Also, who sets thes…

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A Junior, Who Wants to be a Senior… Eagle, Anthem Rugby’s Junior Gafa 48:47

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In US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, 2024 Major League Rugby Rookie of the Year, Junior Gafa joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about signing full time with Anthem Rugby Club, his new teammates, the influence Coach Al (Alama Leremia) has on his life and career, 2025 hopes for the team’s success, and his future Eagles goals, hoping to cap for USA sooner than late…

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USRHHL INTRO JUNGLE: Major League Rugby 2025 Season Preview Show 1:53

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BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 5, we introduce The Rugby Rants’ Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt, North American Rugby Database curator, James Deeley, and The Fantasy Ruckers’ Ryan Ye in a powerful way… it will make you want to punch someone in the face! . LYRICS: And now, The M-L-R two thousand twenty-fi…

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Ale and a Ghostly Tale Season 3 Episode 3 59:38

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Send us a text Welcome to Ale and a Ghostly Tale the podcast where we toss back one of our favorite drinks and share a chilling, spooky, and mysterious stories. Tonight we follow mysterious footprints in the snow, visit an infamous Irish haunt, take a walk with some random cadavers, and have a warm encounter in the cold snow with a beloved relative…

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2025 MLR Season Preview Show with Rob Hammerschmidt, James Deeley and Ryan Ye 1:41:08

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In US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE’s annual Major League Rugby Season Preview Show, Bill and Fitzy welcome The Rugby Rants’ Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt, North American Rugby Database curator, James Deeley, and The Fantasy Ruckers’ Ryan Ye to break down each MLR team leading into the season. Who’s the cream of the crop, and who’s not? And, which teams a…

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Kristian Montgomery & The Winterkill Band 1:25:58

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vermonttalks.com/53By Becca Hammond

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USRHHL INTRO JUNGLE: World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young 1:42

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BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 5, World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young is introduced in a very dramatic, broadway-esque, cartoon superhero way. Oddly enough, another guest who has never been introduced with a jungle. We are so futuristic! HA! . LYRICS: Let's welcome back to the show, Former …

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RWC31 & 33 Preparations Update, World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young 58:43

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Bill and Fitzy kick off what hopefully will be an annual show about the preparations of the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups, hosting by USA Rugby by welcome World Rugby GM or US Operations, RWC31, Ross Young. We dive deep into the current status of their preparations, site surveys, what are they looking for in locations, any conflicts with NFL and C…

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Wendy Young Intro Jingle - A toast to women’s rugby 4:15

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BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 3, guest Wendy Young… YSC Rugby’s leader is introduced with this instant Top 40 hit! LYRICS: Hey, hey, it’s time Let's bring on the leader in women’s rugby coverage Your Scrum half Connection, The mastermind behind We’re assuming she once played scrum half Or has a thing f…

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Sione Fukofuka, a newbie to being introduced via a jingle! 3:55

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Sione Fukofuka, a newbie to being introduced via a jingle! BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 4, USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka is introduced with this gem… also, Sione has never been introduced this way! A good thing? Maybe… Listen to our interview with Sione and Wendy Young on the latest up and co…

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2025 and beyond, USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 36:23

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Bill and Fitzy welcome USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, back to the show, nearly a year since his first appearance on any podcast in America. How did 2024 go, did the team reach their goals? What does 2025, a huge year, look like for the team? Pacific Four, RWC Warm-ups, and what they all play for, the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. Be sur…

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Up and Coming Women’s Eagles - YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young 34:02

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young joins Bill and Fitzy to discuss the future of the USA Women’s Eagles and the current stars. The future looks bright as Wendy brings us down the road of some of the newest players to look out for, and how the game has grown in the US of late. The USRHHL Jingle writing team whipp…

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Maya & Rory of The Champlain Shoregasm & Lily's Pad 1:22:33

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vermonttalks.com/52By Becca Hammond

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Will Hooley Intro Jingle - England Goes Country 2:55

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BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Will Hooley… Will is now full America, dropping the country hits on his regular playlist. Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: Hey Bill and Fitzy, let me take it from here.... And now, we intro…

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Bryan Ray Intro Jingle - Canada meets Billy Ray Cyrus 2:09

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BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Bryan Ray, Americas Rugby News, is introduced with a touch of Canada and a sober Billy Ray Cyrus… Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: America Rugby News Canadian rugby fan Tonight we have the …

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Up and Coming Eagles - Bryan Ray & Will Hooley 1:16:36

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Bill and Fitzy welcome Bryan Ray from Americas Rugby News, and Co-host of The Rugby Rundown and former rugby international, USA Eagle 517, Will Hooley to talk about the future of the Men’s Eagles. Who should we keep an eye on, who’s exciting and do we think will be the most impactful Eagles down the road. Will, Bryan, Bill and Fitzy dive into how t…

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Philippa Tuttiett Intro Jingle - Motown meets Funk and Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch 1:00

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Introducing, US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 1, guest Philippa Tuttiett is welcomed by this gem inspired by Motown, Funk and possibly some Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch! It’s a good vibration… Listen to our interview with Philippa about Ilona Maher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The “Ilona Maher Effect” with Rugby Analyst, Philippa Tuttiett 56:26

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The “Ilona Maher Effect” with Rugby Analyst, Philippa Tuttiett We kick off US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Season 5 talking about one of the world’s biggest rugby stars, Ilona Maher. And no one better to have one than Rugby Analyst, former Welsh International in 7s and 15s, and the owner of her own building company, Philippa Tuttiett. We discuss the arriv…

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Ross Mickel of Bootleggers Beware 1:24:46

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vermonttalks.com/51By Becca Hammond

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Ale and a Ghostly Tale Season 3 Episode 2: Haunted Holiday 1:05:05

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Send us a text During this Haunted Holiday Season our hosts share some chilling tales and their favorite drinks to get you through the cold cold night. Tonight we encounter a cursed wedding dress, a Chilling.....ham castle, a hound faithful even after death, and revisit on of Justin's famous ghostly stomping grounds. Drinks: Mitch: Krampus Cocktail…

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BEST OF Season 4: The Cursing Dubliner; USA Flyhalf, AJ MacGinty 44:58

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On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcomed USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga. Funny moments ensued, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of …

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7s superstar Maddison Levi has met her match… Her name is Nia Toliver 46:35

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7s superstar Maddison Levi has met her match… Her name is Nia Toliver On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome the newest sensation to hit the Rugby Sevens scene, USA Eagle, Nia Toliver! Fresh off her star-worthy performances on debut in Dubai and Cape Town, turning rugby fans heads around the globe, Toliver talks about …

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Raf Soto & Tim Woos - Evil Bong Band, Lungbuster & OnlyBands Records 1:03:20

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vermonttalks.com/50By Becca Hammond

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Season 3 Episode 1: Ale & a Ghostly Tale 1:14:38

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Send us a text Join us for some liquid courage and some bone chilling tales. Tonight we encounter a venison munching shadow, a throne of death, a doll laden path of death, and revisit a haunted mansion where every floor is packed with spooks. Our Drinks Tonight: Nathaniel – Shotgun Wedding -Brown Ale with Vanilla Bean Mitch – Witch's Brew - 2oz Kra…

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BEST OF SEASON 4 - Exit Interview with Former USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday 1:03:17

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On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Mike Friday, who announced he was stepping down as the USA 7s Men’s Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joined Bill and John to talk about his time building the men’s programs, the difficulties of doing so and the high’s he experienced. Mike also talked about the side’s diff…

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Galen Blodgett - Entrepreneur 1:47:57

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vermonttalks.com/49By Becca Hammond

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Your mother’s favorite Scrummager, USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Prop, Jack Iscaro 42:53

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Prop, Jack Iscaro. Jack shares his thoughts on the Eagles successful Autumn tour thus far and preparations for Spain. What would it mean to finish out the tour with another win? And, Jack shares his thoughts on the 2025 Major League Rugby schedule and th…

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The Cursing Dubliner; USA Flyhalf, AJ MacGinty 47:36

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga this weekend. Funny moments ensure, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of play …

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Manic Dan - Owner of Manic Mart & Founder of Green Mountains of Madness 45:48

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vermonttalks.com/48By Becca Hammond

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USA Rugby Charges into November, MLR Sides Recharging for 2025 - Bryan Ray 1:12:58

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy cover USA Men’s November Test Series, their chances, and who will step up the most. Which reserves do we wish would get the call up? And, America’s Rugby News’ Bryan Ray joins to update us on all the off-season moves Major League Rugby clubs have made, and what’s to come. Which team has m…

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Season 2 Episode 7: A Voice in the Darkness 59:07

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Send us a text Good evening and welcome to 100 Ghostly Candles. I am your host Nathaniel Miller joined by my cohost Mitch Hammond. At times it seems like young children are always sick but tend to bounce back quickly. But what happens when a supernatural force latches onto them affecting them with something deadlier than a common cold? Join us toni…

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Free Jacks to Anthem, We Salute Mitch Wilson! 49:24

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Eagle No. 555 Mitch Wilson joins Bill and Fitzy to talk Major League Rugby, USA Rugby, and to officially announce his move to Charlotte Anthem Rugby. We also go deep into his days with the New England Free Jacks, the club he has called home since the organization’s very first MLR match back in 202…

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Bonus Episode - Ale and a Ghostly Tale 13 1:22:33

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Send us a text Happy Spooky Season!!! Tonight we visit the infamous Boise chop-chop house, cross a haunted bridge destroyed by hurricane, spend the night in a haunted Victorian Mansion, and share an Octoberfest Beer with a talking skull. Our Drinks Tonight: Nathaniel – Spaten Marzen Mitch – Autumn Mule – One Part Fireball, Two Parts Ginger beer, A …

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50… 51… 52 Caps… Is there a ceiling for USA Eagle Hope Rogers? 44:35

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, recently earning her 50th cap, 2 off from the most ever in an women’s Eagle jersey, Hope Rogers joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about this monumental moment, and the emotions of receiving that jersey and cap from the current leader in caps Jamie Burke, with 51. How soon will Hope break that, and how soon w…

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Season 2 Episode 6: The Soldier Who Never Left 56:25

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Send us a text Good evening and welcome to 100 Ghostly Candles. I am your host Nathaniel Miller joined by my cohost Mitch Hammond. Guarding the peace of South Korea the military is vigilant throughout the peninsula, but what happens when these brave men are stationed deep in the cold haunted mountains away from civilization ? Now join us as we ligh…

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The “Incredible” New USA Men’s Rugby 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor 43:20

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, new USA Rugby Men’s 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor, joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about taking the gig, and following in Mike Friday’s footsteps. Did you know Simon played under Mike Friday? Also, what an amazing time to come in the American program with World Cups and Olympics on the horizon. Simon talks of …

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WXV1… England, France, Ireland.. USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 34:03

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joins the show to talk about the Eagle’s WXV1 performance against England and their upcoming matches against France and Ireland. How important is it for the growth of the Women’s program to be in the top flight competition? Sione talks about Alez Kelter, t…

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To The Moon and back again… Scott Lawrence, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach 33:51

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach, Scott Lawrence talks about the Eagles’ PNC performance, the games that got away from them and what they need to work on. Also, the growth of the Pathway’s Program, is it working? Is Major League Rugby currently slowing down the national team’s growth? Those and so much more…

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USA Rugby and MLR Update! 1:00:35

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill & Fitzy cover the latest in USA Rugby, MLR and WER news, including the recently wrapped up Men’s PNC, the upcoming WXV1 for the USA Women, MLR moves for both players and coaches, where will the Dallas players end up? And, what’s the latest on the new domestic professional women’s competit…