Best Brendan Hansen Podcasts (2025)

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Rugby Daily | Another blow for R360, why a smaller ball is bad for women's rugby 13:30

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. The Irish provinces return to URC action this evening, Anna Caplice slams the decision to introduce a smaller ball size in women's sevens. And another blow for the breakaway R-360 league - I'll tell you more later in the pod. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting…

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Coaching in Laos | The November Series | Smaller Ball Size | Anna Caplice Joins the Show 18:33

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Former Ireland international Anna Caplice, now coaching in Laos, joins on the line to chat all things rugby with Shane and Colm.

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Rugby Daily | Ireland stars return for URC action, Dupont back, Ireland and England on different arcs? 12:41

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Munster, Leinster and Ulster all welcome back a number of Ireland internationals for the return of the URC this weekend, Chris Jones on the changing fortunes of Ireland and England in 2025, And Antoine Dupont could return to play this weekend after eight months out with injury. Rugby …

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Rugby Daily | BOD: "No deception in Ireland's attack", why Irish rugby struggles to produce props 12:43

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, after the Autumn Nations Series, attention turns to the domestic and European action for the provinces this weekend. Brian O'Driscoll on the one element that Ireland have noticeably lost in their attack, 35 players have signed central contracts as part of the IRFU's Women's Hig…

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"Get Good?": What Motivates Us To Play Games 1:22:18

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 242 - Evaluating Auction Games Ok n00bs, it's time to get good. All four hosts are present to participate in a deep conversation ab…

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Rugby Daily | Andy Dunne's scrum frustration, Contepomi & Curry get heated! 12:21

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, we'll round off the reaction to Ireland's defeat to South Africa on Saturday. Squad updates from the provinces with the URC back this weekend, and the start of the Champions Cup fast approaching. And Felipe Contepomi reveals the physical confrontation he had with an England star …

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The Newsround: Ireland beaten by the Springboks | Rassie celebrates in style | Heimir relaxes in Iceland 32:49

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Shane Hannon is joined by Adrian Barry and Aidan Delaney for today’s headlines, dominated by Ireland being defeated by South Africa 24-11 at the Aviva Stadium.

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RUGBY DAILY: "My overriding thought of the game is that I'm unbelievably proud" | Players, Coaches, and More Post Ireland's Loss to South Africa 14:00

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In Andy Farrell's own words it was a "chaotic" 80 minutes in the Aviva Stadium last night as Ireland went down 13-24 to the visiting World Champions. In this Sunday Special of Rugby Daily, hear from Farrell, Rassie Erasmus, Irish players, and former Leinster and Connacht professional, Andy Dunne, straight after the final whistle. #Rugby Daily is on…

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BRENT POPE & SHANE BYRNE: Ireland vs South Africa Preview | THE SATURDAY PANEL | OFF THE BALL 49:46

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Rugby Analyst Brent Pope and former Ireland International Shane Byrne join Shane Hannon in studio to talk all things Irish Rugby and preview this evening's fierce encounter between Ireland and South Africa in the Aviva Stadium The Saturday Panel is presented by Heineken

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Rugby Daily | Farrell "The Ireland 10 debate has lasted 100 years!" | ALL you need to know for Springboks clash 12:01

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today: it's nearly here - I'll have your final preview of Ireland against South Africa: We'll hear from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and captain Caelan Doris about tomorrow's huge test at the Aviva Stadium Two-time World Cup winner Steven Kitshoff on how Ireland can really frustrate t…

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Back Seat Pundits: "Prendergast is Andy's number 1" | "Do South Africa Even Get Tired?" | Ireland Vs South Africa 22:28

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In episode 3 of Back Seat Pundits, Grand Slam winner and Coach Of The Year Fiona Hayes joined Susanna Mollen as they travel to the home of Irish Rugby, the Aviva Stadium, and look ahead to the clash against South Africa. Back Seat Pundits on Off The Ball is brought to you by Renault #RethinkRenault

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Rugby Daily | Rassie: "The one thing that gets to me...", Ireland & SA name teams 12:38

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the teams are out for Ireland against South Africa at the Aviva Stadium. Rassie Erasmus on the one thing that annoys him about Northern Hemisphere teams, Jean de Villiers on Ireland being a bogey team for the Springboks, And will Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber return to the Sout…

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Word On The Street: Ep.26 'The ACL Epidemic' | Why are ACL injuries so common in women's sport? | Mental health and community | Preventative measures 47:08

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Happy Thursday everyone! Every week we ask the public if they have a topic in mind, and this week you delivered! Amy Gibbons, a Gaelic football player and coach, reached out to us about her 3rd ACL rupture. She is a major advocate for research into why ACL injuries are so prevalent in women's sports, and what can be done to mitigate it. We spoke to…

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Rugby Daily | Prendergast or Crowley for Springboks clash? South Africa star back in the mix 11:41

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up today, South Africa are handed a big boost ahead of this weekend's huge clash with Ireland, Who starts at 10 against the Springboks? Brian O'Driscoll, Gerry Thornley and Liam Toland give their thoughts, And Munster sign a former Leinster player amid an apparent injury crisis in the fro…

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BONUS: Inner Drive: Rhys McClenaghan on losing out in Tokyo, qualifying for Paris '24, & winning Gold! 🏅 32:25

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Olympic Gold Medallist Rhys McClenaghan joined Eoin Sheahan to dive into his journey to the Paris Olympics as well as his devastating loss in Tokyo. We'll also hear from his parents and his coach who gave us their account of the biggest moments in his career. Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz | #Stopthedrop…

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Evaluating Auction Games 1:29:33

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 241 - Evaluating Auction Games Going once, going twice... Pete, Paul, and Brendan chat about their favorite auction games and how d…

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Rugby Daily | Are South Africa treated unfairly by officials? The all-singing, all-dancing Ireland back-three 10:30

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the huge clash with South Africa this weekend, Gerry Thornley and Liam Toland on whether the new-look Ireland back-three is a runner for the Six Nations, South Africa's coaching ticket claim the team are not treated fairly by the officials…

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RUGBY DAILY: "We deserved to cop it" | Hansen Hat-trick Hero | Scotland Blow World Cup Chances | Pollock Response To Haka 10:25

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Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with Susanna Mollen. Coming up today, we hear from the former Munster and Ireland backrow, Alan Quinlan, on Ireland's hat-trick hero. There is an injury blow for Stuart McCloskey, but more players enter back into the selection mix. Scotland are booed in Murrayfield as they're left dumbfounded by a stunning Argentini…

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RUGBY DAILY | IRE 46-19 AUS: Andy Farrell & Joe Schmidt react | Conan & Prendergast on back-row 11:15

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Dara Smith-Naughton. Coming up, we'll hear from Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt following last night's clash between Ireland & Australia at the Aviva Stadium. Two prominent Irish back-rows speak about the competition in their positions at the moment... And Andy Dunne has his say on the Ireland out-half debate. Rugb…

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Back Seat Pundits | James Tracy on Ireland's lineout problems, the selection process and their chances against Australia and South Africa 21:06

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In episode two of 'Back Seat Pundits' James Tracy joined Dara Smith-Naughton as they travelled to the Aviva stadium to discuss the issue with Ireland's lineout, Andy Farrell's selection process and his score predictions against Australia and South Africa. This is with thanks to Renault #RethinkRenault…

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Rugby Daily | Could the Wallabies beat Ireland? Ireland forward makes long-awaited return 14:50

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up, we'll hear from Caelan Doris and Joe Schmidt ahead of Ireland vs Australia at the Aviva Stadium. A key Ireland forward makes her long-awaited return from injury this weekend, And still looking for a full rundown of the rugby action on offer this weekend? I've got you covered. Rugby on Of…

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SETTLE IN: Moving from Ukraine | Leinster & dealing with the war as a family | IVAN SOROKA 43:18

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Leinster front rower Ivan Soroka joins Eoin Sheahan for this week's Settle In, reflecting on his upbringing in Ukraine, moving to Dublin and playing for Leinster, and how the war has affected him and his family. Settle In on Off The Ball with Guinness 0.0.

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Rugby Daily | Ireland team named for Wallabies clash, Rassie's big gamble... 12:39

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the Ireland team is out for the Australia game, and there is a return of the Mack - that's a line you won't have heard loads today. Could the Wallabies stun Andy Farrell's side at the weekend? It's happened before, warns Gerry Thornley. And Rassie Erasmus takes a gamble with his…

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Rugby Daily | Are Ireland even close to the Springboks? De Jager out for Dublin clash 10:38

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the Ireland coaching ticket admit their attack needs to be better this November. Brian O'Driscoll feels Ireland can't be compared to South Africa right now, And the Springboks will have to do without a key forward when they come to Dublin in a week's time... Rugby on Off The Ba…

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Every Game I'm Shufflin': Deckbuilding 201 and Dune Imperium 1:14:19

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 240 - Deckbuilding 201 Part 2 of our deckbuilding series continues with hybrid designs! Pete and Jake discuss board games that util…

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Rugby Daily | Ringrose & van der Flier in fitness race for Aus, do Ireland lack lineout specialist? 11:36

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up, an update from Ireland camp ahead of this weekend's visit of Australia to Dublin, After an impressive summer and Rugby Championship showing, what's gone wrong for the Wallabies this November? And Cullie Tucker leaves Connacht after a decade with the province, as the Ireland under-20s pl…

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RUGBY DAILY | 'It is South Africa's world and we are all just living in it... ' | Ireland suffer an injury blow but there is the return of the Mack 12:06

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Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with Susanna Mollen. Coming up today, we hear from the OTB Breakfast crew on the Ireland performance against Japan. There is an injury blow, but is Mack Hansen back in the fold? Steve Tandy's Wales pumped by Argentina. And England continue their winning run. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCom…

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RUGBY DAILY: "We need to get over ourselves" | Ireland Unconvincing Win Against Japan | Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris, Tom Farrell & Nick Timoney! 8:57

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It's a very special Saturday edition of Rugby Daily for you, as Susanna Mollen reports back from the Aviva Stadium where Ireland have just beaten Japan 41 - 10 in their first home game of the Quilter Nations series. Andy Farrell doesn't hide his disappointment in the team's performance and Caelan Doris reflects on his first 80 minutes back after a …

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Rugby Daily | Doris opens up on Lions heartbreak, Rassie brought Galthié into Munster camp 12:51

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up today, we hear from Ireland captain Caelan Doris ahead of tomorrow's clash with Japan. The reaction to Munster's Tom Farrell makes a first international appearance at centre, Rassie Erasmus pours cold water on the tetchy buildup to South Africa against France, And all you need to know ahe…

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Back Seat Pundits | Devin Toner on retirement, facing the All Blacks & looking ahead to Ireland vs Japan 22:47

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Colm Boohig was joined by former Irish Rugby player Devin Toner as they travel to places with memories of his career in Irish rugby as they dissect Irelands loss to New Zealand and preview they're upcoming clash with Japan. This is with thanks to Renault #RethinkRenault

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Rugby Daily | Farrell and Doris make Ireland team, is rugby safer with lower tackle height? 11:31

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, Andy Farrell names a much-changed Ireland team for Saturday's clash with Eddie Jones' Japan. Has the increase in open-play kicking detracted from rugby as a spectacle? And the IRFU publishes its finding on whether the reduced legal tackle height has made the game safer. Rugby on…

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Rugby Daily | Beirne gets red card ripped up, BOD on Ireland's lack of attack 11:53

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up today, Tadhg Beirne is cleared to play for Ireland in this weekend's Autumn test with Japan. Brian O'Driscoll outlines the problems in the Irish attack, and where there might be opportunities in recent law changes, And James Tracy issues a "hold your horses" call on those with fears ov…

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Spatial Puzzles and Tile Laying Tropes 1:23:37

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 239 - Spatial Puzzles and Tile Laying Tropes Brendan and Paul dig deep into the mechanisms behind tile-laying games. What are the d…

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Rugby Daily | Nervy wait for Beirne's red card, is Ireland's age issue overblown? 11:02

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the latest from the Ireland camp, with a nervy wait for Tadhg Beirne as he appeals his red card against the All Blacks. The thoughts of Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley on the 26-13 defeat to New Zealand at Soldier Field, And the gloriously petty shadow-boxing between France and Sou…

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RUGBY DAILY | Ireland injury doubt for Japan, not time to panic just yet, Schmidt hits out at the English and O'Gara isn't happy with Top 14 rescheduling 17:53

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Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson. Coming up on a bumper pod, Beauden Barrett defends Tadhg Beirne. Joe Schmidt hits out at English conduct. And an Ulsterman signs for the Red Bulls. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

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PERFORMANCE RANKINGS: "They had nothing in the tank an hour in" | Ireland v NZ Reaction | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST 44:32

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Ger Gilroy is joined by Arthur O'Dea and Alan Quinlan to review the weekend and bring you the performance rankings from the world of sport following Ireland's loss to New Zealand in Soldier Field, Chicago, the League of Ireland Premier Division final day and Martin O'Neill's first final since 2010 Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday …

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UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘IRE vs NZ was a hard watch…’ | OFF THE BALL 15:12

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Here is a free segment this week’s Sunday Paper Review where John Duggan is joined by Hush Farrelly & Sarah O’Donovan, reflecting on Ireland’s disappointing defeat to New Zealand in Chicago… You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join…

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Rugby Daily | IRELAND-NZ BUMPER PREVIEW, Ireland star calls time on int'l career 13:34

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up on a bumper pod, your big preview of Ireland's clash with the All Blacks tomorrow, There are changes a'coming in the Energia All-Ireland League next season, And all the team news you need to know from the big internationals this weekend. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #Never…

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Rugby Daily | Teams out for Ireland-NZ, huge injury blow for Ireland women's team 11:58

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up today, the teams are out for Ireland's massive clash with New Zealand at Soldier Field. All Blacks legends Conrad Smith and Ben Smith take us behind the curtain of the side that won back-to-back World Cups. And a huge injury blow for the Ireland women's team, with a key player out for …

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WOTS | Ep. 24: "Spite can be incredibly powerful" | Crowley vs Prendergast | Sporting Rivalries 34:43

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It's match-week for the Irish Rugby team in Chicago and Jack Crowley will start in that number 10 jersey, another twist in the rivalry between himself and Sam Prendergast... The WOTS team got busy chatting to the public about their favourite sporting rivalries, whether it's healthy competition, and where does the line lie? Have a thought or topic i…

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RUGBY DAILY | Set piece crucial to All Blacks-Ireland clash, Eddie Jones doubts the Irish, and Munster to go gung-ho for Argentina 15:03

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cathal Mullaney. Coming up, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the big Chicago clash with the All Blacks. Eddie Jones doubts Ireland's good days will continue. And Munster to go all out for the visit of Los Pumas. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting…

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The Red 78 Unlocked | Five from Five for Munster | Ep.140 20:57

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Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds' win over Connacht that saw them pick up their fifth straight URC win. We'll also look ahead to Munster's clash with the Argentina XV, and Ireland's clash with New Zealand in Soldier Field. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or em…

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RUGBY GREEN XV (NZ special) ep. 5: "If he's fit, you play him." | Record number of abroad-players | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST 48:51

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OTB’s Dara Smith-Naughton, alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, brings forward a special All Blacks edition of his Irish Rugby Green XV for episode 5, ahead of Ireland v New Zealand in Chicago. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The …

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Fighting Games of Understanding and Tag Team Review with Luke Williams 1:23:59

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 238 - Fighting Games and Tag Team Jake, Brendan, and special guest Luke Williams of the Laughing Table Friends are here to talk abo…

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KEVIN MCCLEERY: Bringing Rugby 7s to Palestine in front of the world | OFF THE BALL 36:25

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Former Leinster Rugby Development Officer Kevin McCleery joins Will O’Callaghan to discuss his position in getting a Rugby 7s team together to play in Asian 7s Rugby during this time of conflict.

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Rugby Daily | Conan: "That's unacceptable in this environment", URC team news 12:10

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill. Coming up, the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the big Chicago clash with the All Blacks, The team news from the Irish sides ahead of this weekend's URC action. And the Welsh regions get some clarity on their futures, but uncertainty remains over who might get the chop... Rugby on Off The Bal…

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RUGBY DAILY | Munster name XV for Connacht, Farrell's great form, Springbok ban and Rassie rages against the machine 12:23

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson. Coming up, Clayton McMillan on Munster's tough test against Connacht. Gerry Thornley on an Irish bolter. And another Springbok gets a ban, much to the chagrin of Rassie Erasmus. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

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BRENDAN FANNING: ‘I was never a huge fan of Ireland’s Call but…’ | Touching Distance | Life as a sports journalist 39:11

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Journalist Brendan Fanning chats to Eoin around the launch of his new book ‘Touching Distance’. Rugby with Bank of Ireland #NeverStopCompeting

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Rugby Daily | Croke Park to host MASSIVE international? James Tracy on Leinster players commitment 13:05

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Anton Lienert-Brown on Clayton McMillan's early impact at Munster, Do some Leinster players feel more motivated about their Ireland duties than their provincial commitments, And Croke Park could host a massive international test next summer - which wouldn't involve Ireland. Rugby on …

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Design Day Recap: Feedback, Feelings, and Fun 1:14:56

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Decision Space is the podcast about decisions in board games. Join our active and welcoming Discord community, Join the crew today! (Decision Space Patreon), or Leave us a review wherever you find this podcast! Episode 237 - Design Day Recap Pete, Paul, and Jake share their experiences at Stonemaier Design Day 2025. They discuss games they demoed a…