Best Tom DuPont Podcasts (2025)

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Rugby Daily | Is kicking ruining rugby? Wafer in line for Quins debut! 12:52

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill, Coming up today, we hear from Jack Conan ahead of Leinster's Investec Champions Cup clash away to Leicester Tigers, Is rugby being ruined by the recent increase of kicking in the game? And Aoife Wafer is in line to make her debut for PWR side Harlequins this weekend. Rugby on Off The Ball with …

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THE DODGY BOX ISSUE: ‘It’s costing people jobs!’ | The Dodgy Box is no longer a ‘victimless crime’ 37:05

9h ago37:05

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With sports streaming becoming increasingly expensive, one fifth of Irish households are said to be using ‘dodgy boxes’ in order to watch live sport and television. Eoin Sheahan is joined by Newstalk’s Jess Kelly, as well as Clubber’s Jimmy Doyle, LOI TV’s Mark Scanlon and Adam Leventhal of the Athletic to discuss the consequences of the dodgy box,…

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The Red 78 Unlocked | Bath too good for off form Munster | Ep. 142 20:26

1d ago20:26

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Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss the disappointing defeat to Bath at the Rec, and to look ahead to the huge clash with Gloucester in Cork. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen …

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Rugby Daily | Crowley doubt for Gloucester, Halfpenny lacing up the boots again?! 10:52

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Welcome to Tuesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Munster issue an injury update after their sobering defeat to Bath in the Champions Cup, Ireland's home venues are confirmed for their upcoming women's Six Nations campaign, And 4,347 days since his last appearance for the club, Leigh Halfpenny could don the Cardiff jersey this weekend…

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Back Seat Pundits: "We're behind in player development" | The lack of 'X Factor' players | Gordon D'Arcy 24:34

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In our final episode of Back Seat Pundits, Dara Smith-Naughton was joined by retired professional Irish rugby player, Gordon D'Arcy, as he reflects back on an important Autumn Nations series for Ireland. Back Seat Pundits on Off The Ball is brought to you by Renault #RethinkRenault

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RUGBY DAILY | 'We are always looking to get better... ' Conan on Leinster's start, the return of some Lions and is the Champions Cup losing it's allure? 13:04

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Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson. Leinster lose two, but could gain two more. Munster's expectations under Clayton McMillan. England suffer an injury doubt ahead of the 6 Nations. And is the Champions Cup losing it's allure? Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting…

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Quest 381 - Which Mods did you play too much of? 1:09:24

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Which games have the best mods? Which mods spawned entire genres? Which mod was your favorite? Spoilers: it's Half Life, Warcraft, and Pirates, and Vikings, AND Knights!By QQ Cast

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RUGBY DAILY | Munster suffer Crowley blow, Aki to skipper Connacht and what World Cup winning Springbok has a new coaching role? 14:20

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Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson. Munster suffer an injury blow to their star fly-half. Connacht's Bundee Aki to skipper. And Nigel Owen's questions Eben Etzebeth's ban length. Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

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Rugby Daily | Farrell: "We don't wanna just get past a quarter-final", Etzebeth ban revealed, a debut for Rieko 11:47

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Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Rieko Ioane in line for his Leinster debut in the Champions Cup this weekend, Gerry Thornley warns against Ireland fans counting their World Cup quarter-final chickens after yesterday's draw, And the length of Eben Etzebeth's ban for an eye gouge is revealed... Rugby on Off The Ball w…

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Rugby Daily | Ireland's RWC opponents revealed, coach hits out at scrum yellow cards 11:36

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Welcome to Wednesday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill. Coming up, Ireland find out their opponents for the Rugby World Cup in Australia, Mack Hansen is in a race to be fit for the Six Nations, The Stormers head coach has come out strongly against yellow cards for scrum penalties, And could we see a league-union crossover next year? Rugby on Off The…

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The Red 78 Unlocked | Munster can't weather the Stormers | Ep. 141 17:48

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Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to talk about the defeat to the Stormers that sees The Reds' unbeaten start to the season come to an and, and to look ahead to a big clash with Bath in the Champions Cup Get in contact on X @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] Subscribe to The …

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RUGBY DAILY : "I must actually get a job!" | Jacques Nienaber Responds | Quinlan on Etzebeth Red 16:57

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Welcome along to Monday’s Rugby Daily with Susanna Mollen. Coming up today, Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber responds to the controversy around his comments in the SuperSport interview when South Africa were in town two weeks ago. Munster head coach Clayton McMillan is disappointed in the province’s first loss of the season against the Stormers on S…

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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

13d ago18:33

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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

14d ago12:43

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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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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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Quest 380 - Are your machines Steam powered? 1:03:02

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Steam Machines, Steam Frames, Steam Controllers, and Steamed Hams; all at this time of year, in this economy, localized entirely within Gabe's yacht? May we talk about it?By QQ Cast

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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

20d ago12:38

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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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Dr. Michael Shuman and Karla Pinzón on Local Power and Green Workforce Development 37:30

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In this episode recorded live at Bard College's Brooklyn campus, Bard MBA faculty member Dr. Michael Shuman interviews Karla Pinzón, manager of curriculum development at Solar One. Karla discusses her vision for sustainability in New York City through the lens of "local power by local people," emphasizing the importance of investing in local workfo…

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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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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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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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Quest 379 - Do you even sellout, Fortnite?

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Ruly has been playing Fortnite for the past fortnight, whereas Zach has just been building forts at night, and Tom is just counting down until he can watch Predator Badlands.By QQ Cast

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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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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 …