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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluOlympics Has Put Rugby On The Map Differently (Epis 128)Gift Egbelu takes a look back at how the 2024 Olympic Rugby Tournament was. What the impact of the 2024 Olympics will be to rugby moving forward. The good, the bad, the beautiful, and the ugly. Favorite players coming out of the tournament. And bidding farewell to rugby players retiring.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluWorld Rugby Media Colonialism and Rugby World Cup Recap/Predictions (episode 87)Today we get to talk a lot of Rugby World Cup and a little bit of Rugby news. We're looking at the RWC matches from week 1 and looking forward to Week 2 of RWC matches. Speak on World Rugby opening Rugbypass TV.
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2023-09-1337 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluFreddi Henry-Ajudua: The Return (Episode 86)We're back with a new interview with former Rugby ATL and current Olympic hopeful representing the Nigerian Rugby National Team, Fredrick Henry-Ajudua. He and Nigeria will be setting up to have Nigeria qualify for the Olympics in rugby for the first time, when they head to Zimbabwe to compete at the qualifiers on September 16-17th.
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2023-09-0855 min
Rugby Wrap UpThe Rugby Odds: George Hook Slams Farrell/Sexton, WWE's JBL, King Egbelu, Matt McCarthy, Great PicksNEW YORK, NY - After a 2-week vacation, The Rugby Odds returns in a big way. Legendary Irish rugby pundit George Hook joins WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, King Gift Egbelu and Matt McCarthy for some spirited talk re:
NEW YORK, NY - After a 2-week vacation, The Rugby Odds returns in a big way. Legendary Irish rugby pundit George Hook joins #WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, his man-crush, King Gift Egbelu (Inventor of Words) and Matt McCarthy for some spirited talk re:
-Owen Farrell
-Jonny Sexton
-Émile Ntamack
-Warren Gatland
-Eddie Jones [again]
-Top14
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2023-08-1828 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluThe Return with Rugby Fights (Episode 85)We're back after a long break due to the HBCU Rugby Classic. We talk the fight between New York Ironworkers and Houston Sabercats, we talk college rugby playoffs, and give a recap on what happened during the 2023 HBCU Rugby Classic.
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2023-04-2858 min
The Rugby RantRun, Pass or Kick with Gift Egbelu🎙 Today we interview Gift Egbelu from Gift Time Rugby, talking about The HBCU Classic !!! #TheRugbyRant #RugbyRant #LetsGetHot #TheBigGuy #TheHammer #TheSaffa #Rugby #usmlr #MLR2022 #CollegeRugby #WPL #PR7s #PremierRugby7sAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2023-04-041h 08
US Rugby Happy HourUS Rugby Happy Hour LIVE | HBCU Rugby Classic’s Gift Egbelu | Mar. 29, 2023On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, HBCU Rugby Classic’s Gift Egbelu joined us to talk about the upcoming HBCU Rugby Classic in DC, the growth of rugby in historical black colleges and universities, driving the dangerous streets of DC and much more. Also, Ryan Matyas calls in two talk about the growth of college rugby and breaking in to the community college scene.
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2023-03-3037 min
The Glorious Rugby PodcastGift Egbelu - Interview SpecialEpisode Notes
In our first interview special, we had a chance to talk to Gift Egbelu of the GiftTime Rugby Network. It's definitely a journey, starting with how Gift got into rugby in the first place, how he got into producing rugby content, and how he started the HBCU Rugby Classic. We also get more into the HBCU Rugby Classic, which for the first time will be held in DC at Howard University! We definitely encourage everyone to go in support, with more information and tickets available at https://www.hbcurugbyclassic.com
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2023-03-2337 min
Rugby Wrap UpThe Rugby Odds: Six Nations, MLR, Super Rugby... WWE Legend JBL, Gift Egbelu, Matt McCarthyNEW YORK, NY - "The world's coolest rugby show," is a description we strive to uphold, and we think this week's The Rugby Odds does just that. Listen as WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, King of Words Gift Egbelu and Matt "Money" McCarthy heckle, harass and insincerely hail each other. In the process, they entertain, talk some rugby and make picks that stunningly stand up.
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-John insults everyone - including fish.
-Matt insults the French and... frogs
-King Egbelu continues to invent words, while righting his Picks Ship
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2023-03-1028 min
Full Contact CEOGift Egbelu - Gift-Time Rugby and founder of the HBCU Rugby ClassicJoining us today is a man who probably holds the record for appearances on rugby shows here in the US. He’s the Founder and Editor in Chief of Gift-Time Rugby Network, he also runs his own company Gift-Time Media & Productions, and of course, he is the founder of the HBCU Rugby Classic and Musical Festival which returns this March 31 thru April 2 in Washington DC. Our Guest is Gift Egbelu
2023-02-2834 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluBill Burr Trashes Rugby For Blood and Glory (Episode 84)We are talking about updates on the controversy of the tackle box law and the RFU apologizing. Netflix and Six Nations still haven't finalized their deal. Utah Warriors and Toulouse create the Rugby Alliance. Premier Rugby 7s reveals a brand new team. Bill Burr goes off about rugby. We review the movie, Blood and Glory. And we talk the biggest needs for rugby marketing.
00:00 Intro
03:14 RFU apologies for tackle height
10:09 Netflix & Six Nations are not in agreement
19:29 Rugby Alliance is formed
24:26 Premier Rugby 7s Announces New Team
31:01 Bill Burr trashes American rugby
47:17 Sydney 7s Recap
50:17 Navy Rugby Women promoted...
2023-02-011h 27
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRugby Movie Reviews: Everybody's GameEverybody's Game is the 2020 movie that follows Premiership rugby stars, Maro Itoje, Beno Obano, Biyi Alo, Ellis Genge, and Anthony Watson, and show what it's like to be a person of color in rugby. This documentary goes in-depth into the main issue that rugby seems to have, how much one have to conform to still be a respectable rugby player. A unique movie that can be found on Amazon Prime.
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2023-01-2612 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluThe Tackle Box Got Lowered Like ATL (Episode 83)This week we talk Rugby ATL controversy. World Rugby lowers where you can tackle people. Talking USA Rugby 7s success at Hamilton 7s. Premier Rugby 7s gets a new team. Creating culture and the movie review of, "Everybody's Game".
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2023-01-241h 08
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRugby Movie Reviews: No Woman, No TryWe take a look into the rugby documentary, No Woman, No Try. No Woman, No Try is the rugby documentary that talks about Female rugby players and the challenges they face off the pitch, battling gender, ethnic, and sexual inequality.
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2023-01-1914 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluNetflix Pulling Up Rugby (Episode 82)We talk about Netflix producing rugby documentary series. Eddie Jones returns back to Australia. Remembering Ed Hagarty. South African Sharks owner calls out Miami. Some rugby business advice and reviewing documentary, "No Woman, No Cry"
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2023-01-1753 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMLR turning up the heat in Miami (Episode 81)We are talking about the new interim coaches for USA Rugby 15s squads. MLR has a potential new team and a new media deal in the works. Super Rugby America schedule drops and Perry Baker is bringing the real questions to the table and more.
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2023-01-1055 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluWorld Rugby Changes Siya Kolisi and Rob Cain (Episode 80)Welcome to a new year! 2023 is finally here. We're kicking off the new year with talks of USA Rugby coaching turnover. Talk about the South African player who will be playing in France. World Rugby makes some rule changes in preparation for the 2023 Rugby World Cup. And speak on some social media updates that impact how rugby will be marketed.
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2023-01-0553 minRugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluPlanning for 2023, Super Rugby Americas and Banana Bastards (Episode 79)It's the last episode of 2022, and we are looking at what we want to have for 2023. Talking about the new rugby competition between North and South America rugby, Have a sitdown about locker room awareness and habitual line crossing.
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2022-12-2744 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluThe World Cup is a win for Rugby featuring Isaiah Washington, Director for Southern University Rugby (Episode 78)We speak to Isaiah Washington, Director of Operations and Founder of Southern University Rugby Club. We speak to him about his time at Arkansas State, what his time in the Army provided him, and what the future of Southern University Rugby will be. We also talk about what's been going on recently in rugby, including the new name change to the New York MLR team and how the World Cup will impact rugby in the USA.
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2022-12-201h 41
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRugby Movie Reviews: Jungle CryExperience the inspiring true story of the U14 India championship rugby team in 'Jungle Cry'! This heartwarming sports movie follows the team's journey as they compete in the U14 Junior Rugby National Cup in London. Led by coach, Rudra Singh, and school founder, Dr. Samanta, the team faces challenges and learns valuable lessons about teamwork and leadership. Along the way, they are mentored by Paul, a former diplomat dedicated to helping underprivileged kids.
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2022-12-1816 minRugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRugby Recap and Movie Reviews (episode 77)Take a look back at what the USA Rugby men's and women's team did at Capetown 7s. Also we look over a few movies. We talk Invictus, Sye, and The Nomads.
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2022-12-1349 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMichael Fealey, Deion Sanders, and Rugby (Episode 76)We bring back Michael "Mick" Fealey, President of Citizens Sports Foundation, to talk about improving rugby in the USA, and addressing misconceptions about how USA and European sports culture function. Also, we talk about Deion Sanders and HBCUs and how that impacts rugby in the USA.
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2022-12-061h 52
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRugby Entrepreneurship and need for systems around it (Episode 75)We talk about the need for entrepreneurship in rugby. How to make it happen, and the perspectives that it should come from. And a change to the show.
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2022-11-301h 02
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluUSA Rugby Misses The RWC and What Needs To Be Done (Episode 74)Gift Egbelu talks about Portugal vs USA Repechage match and not qualifying for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, USA Women's Rugby, and the biggest needs for success for USA Rugby
Intro - 00:00
Run down - 02:28
Portugal vs USA - 04:45
What We Do Next - 14:27
Eddie Jones New USA Rugby Coach - 42:32
Women's Rugby - 50:52
Identity of American Rugby - 56:39
What the structure of rugby in the USA should be - 1:00:19
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2022-11-241h 29
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTheo Bennett, National Head Coach and Author (Episode 73)Theo Bennett has been coaching for almost 30 years with various teams around the world including the USA Rugby National team, Rugby in Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, and so much more. He's also a new author of the book Virtuitis and has a very interesting story.
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2022-11-151h 16
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTito Miranda, Head Coach for Howard University Rugby Men (Episode 72)Tito Miranda came from humble first-generation immigrant beginnings. He started his rugby journey as a crossover player playing in a tiny private college in the middle of nowhere Maryland to becoming the head coach of the fourth-ever active historically black college and university rugby men's program. All of it happened during the pandemic. Tito talked about his immigrant background, balancing work and family with rugby, and how problems with soccer helped him develop in the rugby community.
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2022-11-011h 09
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAdam Hughes - Author of "This is Rugby: The story, culture, and future of American rugby" (Episode 71)Adam Hughes is the author and researcher of the book, "This is Rugby: The Story, Culture, and Future of American Rugby". He is a former bartender turned super rugby fan. We talk about his start, the future of creating an identity for American-style rugby, and how he became motivated to write this book.
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2022-10-111h 18
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKatherine Aversano, Head Coach of Howard University Women's Rugby (Episode 70)Katherine Aversano is the current head coach for Howard University Women's Rugby team. Aversano became connected with Howard University when she attended Howard University Law, but her story in rugby has been long. She is also a former player, and administrator, with a good history of coaching rugby around the east coast.
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2022-10-061h 35
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDanny Lambe of GoLo Rugby (Episode 69)Danny Lambe is a rugby player turned entrepreneur. Danny was a guy who just wanted to help his kids out with their tackle defense, and turned that into creating a product that specifically helps players learn how to tackle better, and tackle safely. We speak about his upbringing, his short-lived professional rugby history, Ireland rugby, and more.
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2022-08-2350 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTakunda Rusike, Captain for Howard University Rugby Women (Episode 68)Takunda Rusike is a highly motivated rugby player who helped found the Howard Rugby Women's team. Between working on the Howard team during the hot spot of the pandemic in 2020, as well as working on her degree, she has learned to find the balance between player, student, administrator, and HBCU representative.
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2022-08-171h 05
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKisset Chirengende, founder of Kyros Sports and Athstat (Episode 67)Kisset Chirengende has been a pinnacle figure in the promotion and development of rugby matches around the world. He is the founder of Kyros Sports, a sports marketing agency that has been responsible for setting up high-level international matches and Super League matches in Zimbabwe and South Africa. He is the director of the Beast Foundation, the non-profit organization represented by legendary South African Springboks player, Tendai Mtawarira. And he is now the co-founder of the sports analytics company, Athstat. We spoke about his origins, developing rugby with sports marketing, and his foray into the tech industry.
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2022-08-091h 10
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDaniel Davillier Jr, the captain for Howard Rugby Men (Episode 66)Daniel Davillier has been playing rugby since high school and envisioned starting a rugby legacy by helping to found a rugby team at Howard University. We speak about his journey in balancing rugby and school.
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2022-07-0559 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDiane Johnson of GUTS the Athlete Nutrition Specialists (Episode 65)Diane Johnson is an athlete nutrition specialist, who helps elite club-level student-athletes get stronger, reduce injuries and enhance performance using nutrition so they can achieve their dreams in sport and life.
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2022-06-281h 16
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMark Diaz the head coach for the Hartford Harpooners (Episode 64)Mark Diaz has been a fierce promoter and player of rugby. Starting with the Panama City Hurricanes, he has seen his visibility grow as a player with the Optimus Rugby 7s Touring Squad, to becoming part of the coaching staff, and now leading the Professional developmental team, the Hartford Harpooners.
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2022-01-271h 00
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMalik Johnson the co-founder of Prairie View A&M Rugby (Episode 63)Malik Johnson has been in rugby since his senior year of high school. The opportunity to start a rugby club at Prairie View A&M was a legacy decision he couldn't pass up. Malik talks to us about the ups and downs of creating a rugby program, and the sacrifices he made to develop the club.
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2021-10-191h 00
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDeveloping Rugby (Part 2) featuring Kyle and Tiana Granby, Blaine Scully, Farrah Douglas, Amelia Luciano, & Ram Eddings (Episode 62)Return with another segment of "Developing Rugby." This week we'll be featuring World Rugby referee, Amelia Luciano; Co-Founders of R.O.O.T.S Rugby, Kyle and Tiana Granby; head coach of Mount St. Mary's Rugby, Farrah Douglas; Former USA Rugby Men's Captain, Blaine Scully, and Ram Eddings, founder of the Grey wolves Rugby and head coach for Idaho State Rugby.
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2021-09-2840 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDeveloping Rugby featuring Ada Milby, Naya Tapper, Charity Williams, Phil Thiel and Rashad Lipford (Episode 61)This week we bring a special episode of the Greaux Rugby Show. We're featuring some of our past guests, who have talked to us on developing and learning from opportunities that they have had presented to them.
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2021-09-2156 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTamara Van Leeuwen, President of Curaçao Rugby Federation (Episode 60)Tamara Van Leeuwen is a former dancer, restaurateur, and economist who found her way into rugby. Though born in the Netherlands, she has lived in Curaçao almost all her life. She became the president of the rugby federation in 2019 and has been grinding away since. She talks to us about the state of rugby in Curaçao, how she has found a strong passion for the rugby community on the island, the trials that they have faced getting to where they are, and what the future holds for them.
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2021-09-141h 07
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluBrandon Davis of Dallas Reds Rugby (Episode 59)Brandon Davis is a native of Dallas, Texas. He's been playing rugby for 4 years, but he's been a high-level athlete for years. He talks about his origins, how rugby impacted the perspective of his life, and just how he's been able to work rugby into fitting with his personality and vision.
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2021-09-071h 35
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluJenn Salomon of Mexico Rugby Women's National Team (Episode 58)Jenn Salomon has been a very active rugby player and coach in the northeast of the United States. She has gone from a prominent player for Quinnipiac Rugby to becoming a rugby coach for Sacred Heart University and eventually getting to compete in the 2021 Olympic Repechage in Monoco. We talk about where she started, her concerns and trials, and so much more.
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2021-08-311h 38
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTheo Henry, Head Coach for Guyana Rugby (Episode 57)Theo Henry has been involved in rugby for 20 years. He has been a leader on the field for his country of Guyana national rugby team. Won multiple Rugby Americas North Championships, competed at Hong Kong Sevens, and more. Now he's coming back as the new head coach for Guyana with a focus on revamping the Guyana Rugby program for a new generation. We talk about where he started, who his mentors have been, and what his intentions are for Guyana.
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2021-08-241h 04
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluCody Melphy, USA Rugby Eagle Olympic Player (Episode 56)Cody Melphy has been on the scene for almost a decade now. From a high level player for the Glendale Raptors to Life University and all the way as a member of the USA Rugby Olympic Sevens team. Melphy talks to us about the how he got started, what it was like being an Eagle, and his experiences at the Olympics.
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2021-08-171h 16
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMichael "Mick" Fealey of Citizens Rugby Foundation (Episode 55 - Season 3)Michael Fealey is the founder of the Citizens Rugby Foundation, the Exiles RFC, and Mick Mullins Irish Pub. He has been pushing to file a grievance against USA Rugby to oust the governing body and replace it with a new initiative surrounded around collaborative business. Fealey talks about his rugby journey and what he envisions for the future of rugby in the USA.
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2021-08-101h 33
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMaria Thomas, President of the Trinidad and Tobago Rugby Union (Episode 54)Maria Thomas is a dynamite of personality and passion. She has been a long-time member of the Trinidad and Tobago Women's National Rugby team. She has now turned her energy from just the field to the top of the administration as president of the Trinidad and Tobago Rugby Union. We spoke about how she got started in rugby, her motivation to run for Union president, the philosophy she's learned through rugby, and more.
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2021-06-161h 14
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluPhaidra S. Knight (2017) - World Rugby and USA Rugby Hall of Famer (Episode 53)Phaidra Knight is one of the most accomplished rugby players in American history. Alumni of the HBCU, Alabama State University, a lawyer, an activist, media personality, multiple time Rugby World Cup player, World Rugby Hall of Famer, USA Rugby Hall of Famer, Philanthropist, Investor, Entrepreneur, and more. We posted this throwback from 2017 to give more insight into one of American rugby's treasures. We talk about her origins, where she was going at that time, and the impact of rugby on her early career.
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2021-06-091h 26
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRobbie Owens of Squidge Rugby (Episode 52)Robbie Owens is best known for his Youtube persona, "Squidge Rugby". A channel where he breaks down rugby games and stories, in a poetic way that combines humor, with historic referencing, and deep dives of observation and analysis. His channel has garnered over 20 million views and built up a support base of 162,000 subscribers. Owens talks about his Welsh background, finding his purpose through his platform, and the impact of rugby on the culture.
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2021-06-011h 17
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKarimah Prince, Captain for Prairie View A&M Rugby Women (Episode 51)Karimah Prince is one of the first players who joined the Prairie View A&M Rugby women's team. She talks to us about her process into attending Prairie View A&M, how she got involved with rugby, and how it opened her up. She talks about attending the HBCU Rugby Classic and the future of HBCU rugby.
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2021-05-181h 09
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAkinola Raymond of Rugby United New York of MLR (Episode 50)Akinola Raymond has been an up-and-coming rugby star on the pitch. Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Akinola found rugby and has been a dynamic player. He's best known for his excessive speed, which led to him getting picked up by the Major League Rugby team, Rugby United New York. His speed on the field has also translated to his creating a popular social media following with over 1 million plus followers, where he is known for his dark comedy and activist takes.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluCarille Guthrie of the James G. Robertson & Clive Sullivan Rugby Foundation (Episode 49)Carille Guthrie is an HBCU Alum, rugby player, engineer, and international traveler and so much more. She has been supporting rugby where ever she lands, regardless of whether it's working with Doctors across borders in Ebola containment, or helping to young rugby players in Malawi, she is always representing her community. She founded the non-profit, James G Robertson & Clive Sullivan Rugby Foundation, an organization focused on working to develop viable rugby programs at HBCUs.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMarquise Goodwin, Vice President of the Southern California Rugby Referee Society (Episode 48)Marquise Goodwin has been in the rugby game for over 15 years. Moving from player to coach to referee, Marquise found his niche and has created deep rugby roots as a referee. As the vice president for the Southern California Referee Society (I said it wrong in the podcast and called it the West Coast Referee Society), to becoming one of the premier referees for the MLR, Marquise continues to make an impact for the rugby community.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluErika Morri of The Italian Rugby Federation (Episode 47)Erika Morri is a former Italian Rugby National Team Member, a multiple time Rugby World Cup player, and a former board member of the Italian Rugby Federation. She has worked to champion the development of rugby at the youth level and rising. Morri talks to us about her journey through rugby, the new rugby initiatives that she's been putting into place, and so much more.
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2021-04-131h 35
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRobert Perry - Head Coach for Curaçao Rugby (Episode 46)Robert Perry has been impacting rugby in Curaçao for over 10 years. Coming from England on the tail end of a professional career, Perry has seen how both he and the island have been positively impacted by rugby. Perry is a director, a head coach, player, and fitness instructor for rugby on the island.
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2021-04-0651 min
Bring It In | The Future of Work, Jobs, and Education#33: Chisa Egbelu and Kayla Michéle — Founders of Pedul, an EdTech Startup Crowdfunding Platform“Racism is expensive, sexism is expensive, ableism is expensive. Gen Z is going to force us to care.”
For the first time, we have two guests joining us on Bring It In. Chisa Egbelu and Kayla Michèle are the co-founders of PeduL, a marketplace where corporations can diversify their workforce with scholarships.
PeduL, which is based here in Newark, is the one-stop shop for scholarships. PeduL’s mission is to ensure that all students have equal access to academic and professional opportunities. It was founded on the belief that investing resources into society—especially our youth...
2021-03-3032 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluNicolette Pantor, Captain for Trinidad and Tobago Rugby Women (Episode 45)Nicolette Pantor has been a leader and force of nature for the Trinidad & Tobago National Rugby Women's Team. She is the captain for the national teams 7s, and she also works for the Trinidad and Tobago Police, where she also captains their rugby team. She is best known in Trinidad as the oldest sibling of the Pantor rugby family, lead by her father Wayne Pantor, and followed by her younger brothers, Leon and Jeron Pantor.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluJess Neilson, Head Coach of York University and Canada Rugby National Team (Episode 44)Jess Neilson has been making an impact on women's rugby since she was 12 years old. From being an activist for girl's rights to play rugby to competing on a national level, and coming back to teach those lessons back to the community as a coach. Jess talks with us about her process of growing up rugby, dealing with her ups and down's in the sport, and how she found herself impacting rugby in new ways.
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2021-03-161h 05
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKeisha-Ann Down - Vice President of the Jamaican Rugby Union (Episode 43)Keisha Ann Down is a force to be reckoned with in rugby. Keisha has been in rugby from birth, where her father was a significant figure in the early developments of Jamaican rugby. Her journey took her too London, UK where she actually stepped on the pitch for some contact rugby, and she never looked back. Keisha has found her journey take her from being just a casual participant of the sport, to one of the three top executives to help stabilize and increase the development of the Jamaican rugby program. Additionally, a very outspoken advocate for women's rugby and...
2021-03-091h 42
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRyan Ginty of Next Level Rugby (Episode 42)Ryan Ginty has been one of the people behind the scenes involved in the growth and development of live streaming rugby in the USA. He has broadcast USA Rugby National games, Club National championships, 7s National Championships, and Major League Rugby. Coming out of Connecticut, this former veteran has been fully involved in rugby as a coach, player, and now media influencer. We speak about the process of broadcasting games has been like, what the impact of Major League Rugby will be for the future, and how coaches need to relate to their players.
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2021-03-021h 38
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluSarah Alice Sall, Former USA Rugby Men's National Team Manager (Episode 41)Sarah Sall has been quietly making movement happen in the background for the USA Rugby Men's National Team for almost two decades. Sall has been a team muscle therapist to team manager through multiple Rugby World Cups and the 2016 Olympics. Being one of the more connected people in USA Rugby, she has been able to turn this into a new company known as TORI (The Original Rugby Influencer) that she co-founded with current National College Rugby conference commissioner, Alley Mitchell. We sat down and had a great conversation with Sarah about her pathway into rugby, what it was like working...
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2021-02-2200 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKatie Sadleir - General Manager of Women's Rugby for World Rugby (Episode 40)Katie Sadleir has been a growing force in the sporting community for over 20 years. Coming as an executive for the New Zealand Sports Authority, she joined World Rugby in 2017, with a focus on developing the outlook of the women's game. Sadleir talks to us about how she developed her outlook of rugby, new initiatives that World Rugby has put into place to become more inclusive, the impact she has seen rugby have in other countries, and more.
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2021-02-161h 22
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAda Milby - President of the Philippines Rugby Union (Episode 39)Ada Milby is the president of the Philippines Rugby Union, the former captain of the Philippines Women National team, military vet, and a member of the World Rugby Council. Ada Milby has been changing the game for years, and has continued to do so to this day. We spoke about her transition from the military to rugby, the culture shock of moving from the United States to the Philippines, and what changes are happening in World Rugby.
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2021-02-091h 13
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluWarren Mullis and Preston Thompson the hosts of the American Rugby Podcast (Episode 38)Warren Mullis and Preston Thompson are the hosts of the popular rugby podcast, Red, White, and Black Eye of the American Rugby Pod. They have curated over thousands of downloads from all over the world. These two Atlanta natives are not only great friends, but also deep rugby lovers, who have secured their space in the American rugby media.
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2021-02-021h 23
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTosan Tutse-Tonwe of Viral Rugby (Episode 37)Tosan Tutse-Tonwe is a 20 year coach, player, administrator and media influencer of rugby. Based out of Maryland, he's been working on moving the needle in rugby. We had the opportunity to talk about the direction of media in rugby. We spoke about how the most recent cultural issues that happened over the past year will impact rugby in the USA and the overall rugby community.
Check out Tosan Tutse-Tonwe on his Instagram, Viral Rugby, and his Youtube page, Viral Rugby TV
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2021-01-191h 26
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluUSA Club Rugby Council Training and Development Committee (episode 36)The pandemic forced USA Rugby to become more innovative with the way it was connecting with its membership. As a result, the USA Club Rugby Training and Development Committee was formed. The mission, to provide ways of educating the USA Rugby membership in the areas of coaching, player welfare, and refereeing. I had the chance to speak with:
Mary Swanstrom, the lead for Medical and Wellness education, coming from the Texas Rugby Union
Katie Hunzinger, the lead for Sports Performance and Strength & Conditioning education, representing East Pennsylvania Rugby Union
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2020-12-291h 13
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluCuritiba Rugby Club featuring Gabi De Pelligrini, Vitor Ancina, & Leo Crema (Episode 35)Curitiba Rugby Club is one of the premier rugby clubs in Brazil. Based in south Brazil, the Curitiba Rugby Club is led by Gabrielle De Pelligrini, the captain and senior player for the women's side, Vitor Ancina, the captain for the men's side, and Leo Crema, head of media for Curitiba Rugby. We speak about what it's like to play rugby in Brazil, how people perceive Brazilian rugby, and what are some of the issues that are plaguing rugby in Brazil.
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2020-12-221h 11
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTiffany Fa'a'ae, 2017 WRWC USA Rugby Eagles Women's Captain (Episode 34)Tiffany Fa'a'ae has become a very prominent fixture in the USA rugby community over the last 3 years. A Women's Premier League Champion and Captain for the Women's Rugby World Cup in 2017, she has transitioned into one of the up and coming head coaches in the country. She spoke with us about her migration from New Zealand to the USA, getting to meet her rugby family in New York, her time with Rugby United New York MLR team, and more.
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2020-12-151h 38
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluTiara Mack, Rhode Island State Senator and Brown University Rugby (episode 33)Tiara Mack is a name you will probably be learning about for a long time. She just won her first bid as state senator for the state of Rhode Island in November, and is ready to take the world by storm. We speak about her story of going from Georgia to Rhode Island, and how she started playing rugby. We spoke on how rugby helped her win her congressional campaign, as well as where she feels the sport best serves people.
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2020-12-081h 08
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAnne Onwusiri of Black Girls Ruck Podcast (Episode 32)Anne Onwusiri is the founder and host of the podcast, Black Girls Ruck. She has been bringing attention to black women in rugby around the world. We had the chance to speak about how women's rugby is developing in the United Kingdom, the expectations of being a black woman rugby player, and where she plans to take the podcast to.
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2020-11-241h 12
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKoma Gandy Fischbein, Head Coach of All Navy Rugby and Village Lions (Episode 31)Koma Gandy Fischbein has been a significant staple in the USA rugby community. A former Navy officer, and international rugby player, she has been bringing her rugby knowledge and talent to the rugby community for over 2 decades. She has been a coach for USA Rugby national team, for the All Navy Men's Rugby team, R.O.O.T.S. Rugby and more. We talk about her journey from Harvard to USA Rugby National level. We talk about her time mentoring with the Ireland based, PRO 14 rugby team, Connacht Rugby. She drops so many gems in this interview.
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2020-11-101h 24
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDr. Amelia Luciano the World Rugby International Referee (Episode 30)Dr. Amelia Luciano is a renaissance woman in the sport of rugby. She is a World Rugby level referee, the commissioner for the Ivy League Rugby Conference, all while working in Pharmacology and molecular medicine. We speak about her journey into rugby, and how it transitioned her into an elite ref. She tells us about how she analyzes the games when making calls, and how she balances that out with her day to day life.
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2020-11-031h 09
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluGordon Hanlon the Coaching Educator (Episode 29)Gordon Hanlon has been developing in name in coaching around the world for the last ten years. Migrating to the USA from Ireland, Gordon found himself in Dallas, TX and discovering a new passion with coaching. Hanlon would talks with Gift about his journey in coaching rugby and how it has lead him to learn and coach all over the world. Gordon speaks about the highs and lows that have come across his way, and things that he believes needs to change in the sport of rugby before real impact can be made.
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2020-10-271h 23
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluGift Egbelu of Gift-Time Rugby Network; Welcome To Season 2 (Episode 28)We are back with a new episode of Greaux Rugby as we open season 2. Host, Gift Egbelu, takes the time to go over his story and why he has been working in rugby media and industry since 2013. Gift talks about why he slowed from playing rugby, how he started working with USA Rugby, struggles of growing, and obstacles he faced along the way.
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2020-10-211h 39
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluJorge Cota of Rugby And Beauty (Episode 27)Rugby N Beauty is one of the most unique rugby pages on the web. The basis of his rugby page is presenting different rugby players from around the world. Jorge Cota has provided a platform for people to get recognized by a larger public audience. We talk about the impact that Rugby and Beauty has had on the rugby community, how rugby is impacting Brazilian rugby and the where it's going, and we speak on the obstacles that Jorge went through when starting the page.
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2020-09-081h 04
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKimani Davis of R.O.O.T.S Rugby and M.A.D.E (Episode 26)Kimani Davis has become a staple of the community in the northeast part of the United States. He is one of the co-founders of R.O.OT.S Rugby, and the founder of the M.A.D.E. (My Actions Defy Expectations) movement. He has focused on educating minds and creating programs of mentorship for those looking to find their public voice through their identity. Davis spoke on his path through rugby and how he became involved with the sport, how he sees the next generation impacting social change, and what people need to do to make impactful change i...
2020-09-011h 44
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMatt Upton of Jesuit-Dallas High School and New Orleans Rugby (Episode 25)Matt Upton has been a life long rugby player. Entering the game in high school while playing as a star offensive linemen in Texas, he quick found a deep love for the sport of rugby. Upton has since played at all levels of rugby, including winning national championships with the New Orleans Rugby Club. He's now returned as the head coach for Jesuit-Dallas High School Rugby and we speak on the things impact rugby players today, as well account for his long history and experience in the sport.
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2020-08-251h 38
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluFreddi Henry-Ajudua of Life University and Nigeria Rugby (Episode 24)Freddi Henry-Ajudua has been playing rugby for a short period of time, but he's already been making an impact. He's won championships with Life University Rugby and had been called up to play Major League Rugby. He's now set to take on the biggest endeavor of his rugby career, as he heads to his home country of Nigeria to play for the national rugby squad, Nigeria Black Stallions. Henry-Ajudua is an HBCU football defensive star for North Carolina Central, and a former soccer player. We speak on his journey from Nigeria to the USA, and how he's found himself...
2020-08-181h 08
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDerek Lipscomb of Old Blue and R.O.O.T.S Rugby (Episode 23)Derek Lipscomb has been a premiere player for Old Blue Rugby for a decade, but that's not just who he is. A Colombia graduate, who has motivated passion to help improve the misunderstandings and clear the misinformation that occurs with inclusive and diverse racial issues. Derek talks to us about his journey to play rugby, as well as his work with kids on social issues. We speak on ROOTS Rugby and it's impact, and how he see's the future of rugby going.
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2020-08-111h 34
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluPat Evans of Front Office Sports (Episode 22)Pat Evans is a beer loving, sports business writing journalist who has written for major publications like The Athletic , 247Sports, Thrillist, Beer Connoisseur, and more. He currently is a lead writer for Front Office Sports, a sports business news website. We spoke about the history of beer, how rugby can improve its perception, and just general fun conversation.
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2020-08-041h 08
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKelli Smith of American Rugby Pro Training Center (Episode 21)Kelli Smith is the example of what it means to be a crossover athlete in all formats. Smith is a former track and field star, and women's American Football player who found herself on the reality show, "The Next Olympic Hopeful", where she was introduced to rugby, and a new way of life. We speak on her rise in sports, how awkward it was to enter into rugby, and the sacrifices and experiences she has had since entering into the rugby world.
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2020-07-282h 03
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAdam Gray-Hayward of Play On: The Movie (Episode 20)Adam Gray-Hayward is an actor, and multi-sport athlete from Australia by way of California. He is best known for playing the starring role in the movie, "Play On", about a cocky Scottish rugby player who comes to the United States to try and play for the Kansas City Chiefs. We talk about how he got into acting, what it was like to be on the set of Play On, what was one of his greatest achievements in acting, and more.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluJackie Finlan of The Rugby Breakdown (Episode 19)Jackie Finlan is the founder and editor of The Rugby Breakdown, a rugby news and information website focused on covering girls and women's rugby on all levels. She has been a champion for the expansion and development of women's sports, and has helped bring many players into the spotlight that may not have been before. This episode was actually done in 2017, so some of the recent events aren't mentioned, because we just weren't there yet. But, this is a great background look on her work. You can check out her website at www.theRugbyBreakdown.com.
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2020-07-141h 05
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluFarrah Douglas, Head Coach for Mount St. Mary's Rugby (Episode 18)Farrah Douglas has been a rugby lifer since she was first introduced to it in college. It's lead her from being a player, to a coach, to an administrator. On this episode Farrah speaks on how she got started with rugby, how she connects self identification with on-field play, and her journey navigates developing greater self-awareness of her environment and how it reflects on her philosophy of rugby.
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2020-07-072h 00
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRashad Lipford, founder of North Carolina A&T Rugby (Episode 17)Rashad Lipford started playing rugby his senior year of high school for proud program, Memphis Inner City Rugby. Which spurned a passion to create a team at the Historically Black College and University, North Carolina A&T. He's been developing the program over the last three years, getting the culture of the program together and has been loving every moment of it. Rashad talks to us about his background and how it came naturally to him to want to a lead the way to founding a rugby team in a historical manner. We also speak on the challenges that h...
2020-06-301h 14
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluJames Brunson of North Philly Nomads (Featured in the 2019 movie "The Nomads") (Episode 16)James Brunson, director and coach for the North Philly Nomads, has been a rugby evangelist since he started playing in college in Hartford, Connecticut. Over 20 years later he has gone from rugby player, to rugby organizer, to rugby coach, to subject of a feature film, "The Nomads" featuring Tika Sumpter. Brunson has been on a pathway that has lead him to becoming a key figure in the development of youth rugby in the Philadelphia area.
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2020-06-231h 21
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluMatthew Provost of Prairie View A&M Rugby (Episode 15)Matthew Provost was one of the first rugby players to play for Prairie View A&M Rugby. A former collegiate football player from a small town in Texas, he found himself at the historically black college and university, Prairie View A&M, which lead him down a world of personal change and introspection. Matt talks to us about his former football aspirations, why he decided attend and HBCU, how rugby and HBCUs need each other, and more.
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2020-06-161h 06
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluNicholas Walcott of the Chicago Griffins Rugby Club (Episode 14)Nicholas Walcott has had an extremely unique rugby journey. A from D1 College Football player who turned into one of the most influential nightclub promoters in the city of Chicago who found himself playing rugby professionally overseas. A major board member and former player for the Chicago Griffins Rugby Club, Nicholas has been receiving a wide perspective of the sports and rugby industry. A very introspective interview, with many layers.
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2020-06-091h 47
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluGift Egbelu of Gift-Time Rugby Network (Episode 13)We'll be back with a normal episode next week. This week Gift Egbelu gives his thoughts and perspectives on the events that have happened since the George Floyd case, and where he thinks we need to go to moving forward.
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2020-06-021h 10
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluCheta Emba of USA Rugby Women 7s and 15s (Episode 12)Cheta Emba is one of the leading rugby 7s fullbacks in the world. A Harvard graduate, who has found success in both athletics and academics. We talk about how she started in rugby, her experiences at the Rugby World Cup and the Olympics, and what her platform means to her.
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2020-05-261h 49
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRam Eddings of Gray Wolves Rugby & Head Coach for Idaho State Rugby (Episode 11)Ram Eddings is a major staple of the growth of rugby in the USA. A 2015 USA Rugby Hall of Fame Life Time Achievement Award recipient, Eddings changed the perception of the sport when he helped to create the Gray Wolves, a predominately African-American rugby touring squad. For over 25 years they played tournaments, not only to just compete, but to establish rugby roots in black and brown communities that could use and opportunity.
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2020-05-191h 52
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluCharity Williams, Olympic Medalist for Canada Rugby 7s Women (Episode 10)Charity Williams entered her athletic career as a gymnast, but quickly found success in rugby. Williams talked about her rise through rugby, and how it related back to her day to day life. The experience of being a part of the Olympics, while being the youngest player on the team. She also spoke on how she deals with opponents and what she's looking forward to for this next Olympics.
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2020-05-1256 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluSeifuddin Saafir of Morehouse College Rugby (Episode 9)Seifuddin "Seif" Saafir is former rugby player, and current co-coach of Morehouse College Rugby. Saafir was part of the first two Morehouse teams that attended the HBCU Rugby Classic's, and won the second one. Saafir spoke about how Morehouse College Rugby started, what it means to attend a historically black college and university, the challenges of developing rugby in a culture that isn't very aware of the sport, and more.
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2020-05-0647 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluBlaine Scully the Former USA Rugby Captain and Professional Rugby Player (Episode 8)Blaine Scully is the recently retired former USA Rugby Eagle National Team captain, as well as former player for the Leicester Tigers and Cardiff Blues in Premiership Rugby. Blaine took the time to sit down with us and discuss what it means to be a leader, how maturing in sports is not a linear path way and the ways he has gone about developing in his career. He also talks a little about his new podcast and what it means to him. Great listen and great information.
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Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluAngela Elena of Switzerland National Women's Rugby Team (Episode 7)Angela Elena Stadelman is a women's national rugby player from Switzerland. She has accrued a following of over 12,000+ followers on Instagram and has a message to tell. She has been featured on MTV, and other various media networks. Her love for rugby is unlike anyone you have ever met, and she is not afraid to show it. We had a great conversation about her origin stories in rugby, how the country of Fiji changed her life, and how she decided to spread her message of rugby utilizing Instagram.
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2020-04-211h 15
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluChisa Egbelu of PeduL (Episode 6)We had a great conversation with Chisa Egbelu of PeduL. PeduL is a platform to ensure that all students have equal access to academic and professional opportunities.
Chisa speaks to us on how PeduL can help with young rugby athletes and connecting with corporations for future work, how they got started, and what the USA market is looking for students.
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2020-04-1430 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluPhil Thiel, former USA Rugby XVs and Saracens Rugby player (Episode 5)Phil Thiel played for USA Rugby from 2008 to 2018 as the primary hooker for the USA Rugby 15s side. We got to talk about his time at Life University, playing internationally for the Saracens and the USA Rugby national team, as well as post-professional sports life and fatherhood. A Great conversation with a great guy. Enjoy it!
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2020-04-081h 12
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluRhahim Vital and Michael Toussaint of Prairie View A&M Rugby (Episode 4)We had the pleasure of sitting down to talk with Prairie View A&M University Rugby team president, Rhahim Vital, and senior and captain, Michael Toussaint. I had the pleasure of meeting them for our first HBCU Rugby Classic back in 2018, and again in 2019. We were preparing for a third comeback here in 2020, but coronavirus struck down. Great interview talking about the impact of rugby on HBCU's (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), the impact that rugby had on their lives, the origin story of the team, how it connects the community together, and more. This is a great sit...
2020-04-0155 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluNaya Tapper of USA Rugby Eagles Women (Episode 3)Naya Tapper came on the show to talk with us. This was part of our promotion leading up to the HBCU Rugby Classic, but of course because of the corona virus we had to cancel. None the less, this was a great conversation about the origins of Naya, as well as what she's doing to try and secure her future while utilizing this global platform of rugby. We get to deep dive into some of the advantages and disadvantages that she's had while advancing her career, and more.
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2020-03-2347 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluDave Rimes - USA High School All-American (Episode 2)Dave Rimes is based in Florida, USA. He has played at the North American High School 7s Tournament as a member of the all-star touring squad, Atlantis High School Rugby, as well as a member of the USA High School All-Americans. Rimes has faced his set of challenges during his rugby journey, many coming from his handling of the type 1 diabetes that he carries. We talk about his journey and motivations for why he plays rugby.
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2020-03-2053 min
Rugby Swag Show with Gift 'GiftTime' EgbeluKyle and Tiana Granby of R.O.O.T.S Rugby (Episode 1)We bring our old podcast, Greaux Rugby, back from the dead, as we open up with interview with the co-founders of the R.O.O.T.S Rugby team, Tiana and Kyle Granby. R.O.O.T.S Rugby is a touring rugby team that uplifts and brings together players of the African diaspora from all countries, to come play rugby with them at different tournaments around the world.
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2020-03-1631 min
Earful of Dirt - The Major League Rugby PodcastEarful of Dirt EP10- Who Are The SaberCats? Special Guest Gift EgbeluDan is off for the evening, something about Georgia peaches. So Gift Egbelu of Gift Time Rugby joins us to discuss all of the news around the league.
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