Shows
The Telf Rugby Podcast'RWC Classics - 2019 RWC' - Epi #5We chat about our best memories from the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
We discuss South Africa's 'Bomb Squad', England's famous win over New Zealand, and Japan's run to the quarter-final.
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2023-09-0328 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'South Africa World Cup Preview' with Jared WrightWe discuss all things South Africa ahead of the World Cup. We chat about their pool of death and the statement win over New Zealand.
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2023-08-3029 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'RWC Classics - 2015 RWC' - Epi #4We chat about our best memories from the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
We discuss Japan shocking South Africa, England crashing out, Ireland and Scotland's quarter-final heartbreak, and that great New Zealand team.
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2023-08-2926 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'England World Cup Preview' with Chris JonesWe chat with BBC Rugby Union Correspondent Chris Jones about all things England ahead of the World Cup. Has Steve Borthwick done enough to get England fans excited again?
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2023-08-2523 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Borthwick loves versatility' - England's World Cup SquadWe discuss Steve Borthwick's 33-man England squad for the RWC, was leaving out Henry Slade the right call? Is Borthwick too focused on versatility?
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2023-08-1030 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'RWC Classics - 2011 RWC' - Epi #3We chat about our best memories from the 2011 Rugby World Cup. We discuss Ireland shocking Australia, Tonga beating France, and that Sam Warburton red card.
Finally, we debate if France should have spoiled the party in New Zealand?
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2023-08-0625 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Eddie Jones and Australia' with Christy DoranWe are joined by Australia rugby journalist Christy Doran to discuss Eddie Jones' Wallabies and if after three defeats he can turn it around for the World Cup.
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2023-08-0126 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'RWC Classics - 2007 RWC' - Epi #2We chat about our favourite moments from the 2007 Rugby World Cup. We discuss France v Argentina, Argentina v Ireland, Ireland v Georgia, Australia v England and New Zealand v France.
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2023-07-2835 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'RWC Classics pre 2007' - Epi #1We chat about our personal memorable moments from the 1987, 1991, 1995, 1999 and 2003 Rugby World Cups.
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2023-07-2126 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Sexton ban' - What next for IrelandWe are joined by SportsJoe journalist Pat McCarry to discuss what is next for Ireland after Johnny Sexton's three match ban.
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2023-07-1827 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Does McCall deserve more respect?' - Prem and URC Final DebriefWe discuss the Premiership and URC final along with the news London Irish could face a suspension. We also take a look at Andy Farrell's World Cup training squad.
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2023-05-3140 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The most impressive Slam ever?' - Six Nations Round 5 ReviewWe discuss Ireland's fourth Grand Slam, Italy's near miss and France being France. We also give our player, try and breakout star of the Six Nations.
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2023-03-2149 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'A Slam or Failure?' - Six Nations Round 4 ReviewWe review the penultimate weekend of the Six Nations as Wales overcame Italy, France broke records in Twickenham and Ireland set up a potential Grand Slam in Dublin. We also preview the final round of fixtures.
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2023-03-1556 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Italy as favourites?' Six Nations Round 4 PreviewWe preview all the action for the next round of the Six Nations as Italy go in as favourites v Wales, England look to overturn France in Le Crunch and Ireland face Scotland at Murrayfield.
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2023-03-0855 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Smith out Ford in!' Six Nations Round 3 ReviewWe discuss all the action from round two of the Six Nations as Italy run Ireland close, England beat Wales and Scotland nearly pull off a heroic comeback against France.
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2023-03-0156 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Will the strike change Welsh rugby?' Six Nations Round 3 PreviewWe preview the third round of the Six Nations touching on Ireland's trip to Rome, the Welsh players going on strike, and if Scotland can continue their winning momentum against France.
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2023-02-2246 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Scotland are serious contenders' - Six Nations Round 2 ReviewWe review round two of the Six Nations as Ireland defeated France in an epic, Scotland cruised past Wales and England convincingly beat Italy.
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2023-02-1554 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Can anyone stop Ireland?' - Six Nations Round 1 ReviewWe review all the games from the opening round of the Six Nations touching on clinical Ireland, another Calcutta Cup for Scotland and Italy scaring France. We also preview all the games this weekend.
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2023-02-0855 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations - Calcutta Cup Preview plus England with Alan DymockWe chat with Rugby World Magazine editor Alan Dymock about the Calcutta Cup clash between England and Scotland. We discuss the new era of Steve Borthwick, no Manu Tuilagi, how will Scotland cope with England's power game and we give our final overall predictions for this years Six Nations.
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2023-02-0357 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - IrelandWe chat all things Ireland with a look ahead to the Six Nations discussing if a Grand Slam is essential, who will start at 12, why Ross Byrne is still so important, and why the first two weeks are critical!
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2023-02-0236 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - Scotland with Rob YarrWe chat with Scotland fan Rob a.k.a The Rugby Scribbler about all things Scotland ahead of the Six Nations. We discuss Gregor Townsend and Finn Russell, the residency rule, and if the run against England will continue. Finally, we give our Championship predictions.
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2023-01-3038 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - Italy with Marcello Cossali-FrancisWe chat with rugby journalist and Italian fan Marcello Cossali-Francis about all things Italy ahead of the Six Nations. We discuss their inexperienced squad, why a potential move away from Stadio Olimpico would be beneficial, the loss of Paolo Garbisi, and if they can pull off another historic win.
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2023-01-2733 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - Wales with Rob ReesWe chat with rugby journalist Rob Rees about all things Wales ahead of the Six Nations. We discuss the return of Gatland, Ken Owens as skipper, if the squad has been left too old, and finally, we give our predictions.
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2023-01-1947 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - France with James HarringtonWe chat with freelance rugby journalist James Harrington, an Englishman living in the southwest of France who covers all things French rugby. We discuss the rebuild of French rugby after the 2011 RWC, the new winning mentality, how important a Twickenham win is, and we give our Six Nations predictions.
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2023-01-1245 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The End of Eddie' with Chris JonesWe discuss the sacking of Eddie Jones touching on what went wrong, we also look ahead to the potential appointment of Steve Borthwick and the future of English rugby. Finally, we discuss the next steps for Jones with some possible future employers.
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2022-12-0746 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The State of Welsh Rugby' with Robert ReesWe are joined by rugby writer Robert Rees to chat about the current state of Welsh rugby. We discuss Wayne Pivac and if Warren Gatland should replace him, the domestic game in Wales, the WRU and who controls the decision-making. Finally, we look ahead to the World Cup and what needs to be fixed.
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2022-11-3045 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'DEBATE: To kick it out or not?' Autumn Series #4We discuss all the Autumn Internationals from the weekend with a heated debate over England kicking it out for a draw against the All Blacks, Ireland squeezing past the Wallabies, and Georgia shocking Wales. Alongside all the other main talking points and we preview the final weekend.
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2022-11-2354 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Winning or depth building?' Autumn Series #3We discuss all the Autumn Internationals from the weekend previewing the big games coming up as England face the All Blacks, Ireland play Australia alongside Scotland v Argentina. Touching on all the main talking points.
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2022-11-1752 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Pumas turning into a force under Cheika' Autumn Series #2We discuss all the Autumn Internationals from the weekend focusing on Ireland beating South Africa and Argentina shocking England. But we also touch on the continued rise of France, New Zealand hammering Wales, and the return of Finn Russell for this weekend.
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2022-11-091h 06The Telf Rugby Podcast'Ireland to beat the Boks' Autumn Series #1We discuss the opening weekend of the Autumn Internationals as well as previewing all the upcoming games this weekend. This includes Wales v New Zealand, Ireland v South Africa, and England v Argentina giving our predictions.
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2022-11-0249 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Irish Debrief' with Michael MorrowWe chat to BBC Sport NI's Michael Morrow about all things Ireland discussing exactly where Ireland are in their World Cup cycle, their depth chart, and goals for next season. Alongside answering the classic peaking too early debate!
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2022-07-2534 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Greatest Day In Irish Rugby History' Summer Series #3We discuss what we believe is the greatest day in Irish rugby history, the questions around the New Zealand coaching set-up, England grinding out a win Down Under, and what could have been for Wales and Scotland.
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2022-07-2058 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Clean Sweep' Summer Series #2We discuss the Northern Hemisphere's clean sweep of wins over New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Argentina. We focus on Ireland's history making win in Dunedin alongside England's big response and Gareth Anscombe's heroics. Alongside previewing the final weekend of games.
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2022-07-1356 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'What Ireland need to fix to beat NZ' Summer Series #1We chat all things summer tests looking back at New Zealand vs Ireland, Australia vs England and South Africa vs Wales. Alongside previewing the second tests. Will it be a whitewash series? Last chance for Eddie Jones and did Wales miss their one chance?
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2022-07-061h 05
The Telf Rugby Podcast'Wasps European Cup Winner' Peter BrackenWe chat to Peter Bracken about his early career memories with Connacht, the 2007 Heineken Cup win with Wasps, his difficult relationship with Eddie O'Sullivan, and what went wrong in the 2007 RWC preparation. Finally, we discuss Ireland's tour to New Zealand focusing on the scrum.
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2022-07-011h 19The Telf Rugby Podcast'URC vs The Premiership' DEBATEWe debate which league is currenly better between the URC and the Premiership. We discuss this in relation to audience/accessibility, quality of the teams and the global appeal in terms of the amount of world class players. We finally state our combined top six from both leagues and debate which league has more future potential.
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2022-05-1851 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Ealing rightly deserved to be promoted' Ollie StedmanWe chat to Championship player Ollie Stedman about the decision not to promote Ealing Trailfinders to the Premiership. Digging into the reasons why this has occured and is this a fair outcome?
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2022-05-0739 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Irish Trailfinder' Angus KernohanWe chat to Ealing Trailfinders winger Angus Kernohan this week about his recent winning of the Championship, early rugby memories at Ballymena Academy and Ulster Academy, his decision to leave Ulster and Ealing as a club on the rise. This was recorded before any decision on Ealing's promotion was made.
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2022-04-2350 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'World Cup Winner' Richard KahuiWe chat with former New Zealand international Richard Kahui, a key player as NZ won the 2011 Rugby World Cup. We discuss his early life in NZ, winning the RWC, battles with injury alongside his move to Japan, and now back to Super Rugby.
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2022-04-061h 11The Telf Rugby Podcast'Connacht Head Coach' Andy FriendWe chat to Andy Friend about his time in the Australia learning off the likes of Eddie Jones, we also discuss his time in Japan, with Harlequins and now in Ireland with Connacht.
A fasinating insight from a top quality coach.
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2022-03-301h 00The Telf Rugby Podcast'The Big Debrief' Six Nations Round 5 ReviewWe review the final round of the Six Nations as Italy shock the world, Ireland win the Triple Crown and France win the Grand Slam. We also give out our annual Six Nations awards.
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2022-03-2551 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'HEATED Debate did England perform against Ireland?' Six Nations Round UpWe review all the recent Six Nations games with Wales, Ireland and France coming out on top. We also preview the final round as France seek a Grand Slam.
WARNING - HEATED DEABTE ON EDDIE JONES
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2022-03-1749 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Ireland are red-hot favourites' Six Nations Round 4 PreviewWe preview all the games for this weekend as Wales look to shock France, Ireland are big favourites according to Eddie Jones at Twickenham and Scotland face Italy.
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2022-03-1145 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Changing the laws NFL Style' Six Nations Round 3 ReviewWe review all the games from the weekend as France continue their form, England push aside Wales and Ireland destroy 13-man Italy. Zac also has an idea of an NFL style penalty system to change the game.
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2022-03-0244 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Can Scotland stop the French pack?' Six Nations Round 3 PreviewWe preview all the upcoming Round 3 games with a focus on the return of captain Lawes, the dropping of LRZ and should Ireland rest Sexton?
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2022-02-2447 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Is Marcus Smith the next Dan Carter?' Six Nations Round 2 ReviewWe review all the games from the weekend with Wales, France and England coming out on top. We focus on what is missing for Scotland to take the next step and what went wrong in Paris for Ireland.
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2022-02-1652 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Magic Mack' Six Nations Round 1 ReviewWe review all the games from the weekend with Ireland, Scotland and France coming out on top. We also look ahead to Round 2 giving our predictions.
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2022-02-0949 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview- Ireland with Fiona HayesWe chat to former Ireland international Fiona Hayes about Ireland and their squad ahead of the Six Nations. Stay tuned for final predictions.
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2022-02-0341 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview- England with Charlie MorganWe chat to rugby journalist Charlie Morgan about the England squad and their chances ahead of the Six Nations. We discuss the loss of Owen Farrell and if Eddie will continue with his interchangeable positions.
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2022-01-3141 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview- Scotland with Bruce AitchisonWe chat to Mr Happiness is Egg Shaped Bruce Aitchison about Scotland and their hopes ahead of the Six Nations. We also discuss the great work Bruce does for Doddie Aid.
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2022-01-2958 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Preview - Wales with Robert ReesWe chat to freelance rugby journalist Robert Rees about his thoughts on his beloved Wales for the upcoming Six Nations. We dive into their squad looking at whether this is a developmental Six Nations for Wales.
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2022-01-2552 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Togetherness of Tigers' Leicester Tigers S&C Coach Will FindlayWe chat to Tigers Strength and Conditioning Coach Will Findlay about his incredible challenge of 30 half marathons in 30 days where he has raised over £30,000 for the Youngs family. He also chats about life as a young S&C Coach.
Link to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/will-findlayleic
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2021-12-1035 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Northern Hemisphere Domination' Autumn Nations Series #4We discuss the exciting new England, Pivac going under the radar and France being the favourites for 2023 RWC. Finally we chat about how Ireland are firmly back on track.
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2021-12-0953 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'IRELAND BEAT THE ALL BLACKS' Autumn Nations Series #3We discuss Ireland's convincing win over the All Blacks, disappointing Scotland and preview England vs South Africa in the game of the weekend. Oh there is also France vs New Zealand.
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2021-11-1651 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Is Sexton going to do a Tom Brady?' Autumn Nations Series #2We discuss can Australia bounce back against England? How will the new English stars deal with their first proper test? Can Ireland repeat 2018 and beat the All Blacks? Along with previewing Scotland vs South Africa.
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2021-11-1044 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'No Marcus Smith and same old Ireland' Autumn Nations Series #1We preview all the upcoming Autumn Internationals with England vs Tonga, Ireland vs Japan, France vs Argentina, Wales vs South Africa and Scotland vs Australia.
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2021-11-0452 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Wales Grand Slam Winning Coach' Mike RuddockWe chat to former Wales head coach Mike Ruddock on his time coaching in Wales which included winning the 2005 Grand Slam. We also touch on his time at Leinster, the Ireland U20s and finally his current role at the Ospreys.
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2021-10-291h 09The Telf Rugby Podcast'Life as a Premiership Referee' Tom FoleyWe chat to current Premiership Rugby referee Tom Foley about the life of a referee. Tom's debut came in an Aviva Premiership game in 2014 where Wasps played London Welsh since then, he has been in charge of over 100 Premiership games.
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2021-10-1448 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Story of Exeter Chiefs' Matt JessWe chat to former Exeter Chiefs player Matt Jess about the historic rise of Exeter. Matt joined Exeter in 2008 while in the Championship and left in 2017 as a Premiership winner.
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2021-10-0847 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Racing 92 Attack and Backs Coach' Mike PrendergastWe chat to Mike Prendergast about his journey from coaching Young Munster in the AIL to Racing 92 in the Top 14. We also discuss how he coaches a backline full of super stars led by the marvolous Finn Russell.
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2021-09-2944 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Coaching in the Top 14' Bernard JackmanWe chat to former FC Grenoble head coach Bernard Jackman about his time coaching in the Top 14. As we learn all about French rugby culture. We also discuss his time coaching at the Dragons and look ahead to the start of the United Rugby Championship.
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2021-09-221h 01The Telf Rugby Podcast'From Barcelona to International Rugby' Jordi MurphyWe chat with Jordi Murphy about this impressive career at both club and international level.
Jordi has currently won 30 caps for Ireland, winning the Six Nations in 2014, 2015, and 2018. We discuss these glory days along with the famous win over the All Blacks in Chicago and his time at both Leinster and Ulster.
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2021-09-1556 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Third Test Review' Lions Series #7The final podcast of the series as we review the final Test as South Africa take the series 2-1.
We also hand out The Telf Rugby Podcast Lions Series Awards!
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2021-08-091h 04The Telf Rugby Podcast'Third Test Preview' Lions Series #6We review South Africa's second half demolish job of the Lions in the Second Test.
We also preview the deciding Third Test, discussing Gatland's key selection changes as it is now win or bust!
Finally we look at the Springbok team and make our predictions.
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2021-08-041h 13The Telf Rugby Podcast'Second Test Preview' Lions Series #5The Lions go 1-0 up as we react to their terrific win over South Africa in the First Test.
We also preview the Second Test, taking a look at the teams and Rassie's Twitter mind games.
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2021-07-2856 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Our First Test Team' Lions Series #4We predict our Lions first Test matchday 23 comparing our sides to the ones we picked back in April. We also react to the leaked Lions team for this weekend. Finally we react to South Africa's team and give our first Test predictions.
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2021-07-211h 08The Telf Rugby Podcast'The Unofficial Fourth Test' Lions Series #3We break down AWJ's possible return and the Marcus Smith call up!
We review the Lions double header with the Sharks and look ahead to the unoffical first test against South Africa A. We finally discuss the new Ireland debutants and England's impressive win over Canada. Fiji also warranted a big shout out this week after coming close against the All Blacks.
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2021-07-2146 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Lions vs Sharks Preview' Lions Series #2We look back at the Lions first win on South African soil and preview the upcoming game against the Sharks. We also review all the other internationals this week including Ireland vs Japan and England vs USA. Finally we discuss why New Zealand should not have been allowed to play Tonga when their full squad is not available.
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2021-07-0553 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'Lions vs Japan and Captain Murray' Lions Series #1We review the recent Premiership Final along with the Lions vs Japan. We discuss Captain Murray, Aki at 12 and Gatland's replacements. Who put their hands on a test jersey? Finally we look at the Lions game this week and all the other internationals as Ireland play Japan and England welcome USA.
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2021-06-3057 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastPremiership Play-Offs and Lions SpecialWe look back at the Premiership semi-finals from last weekend and preview the final between Exeter and Harlequins. We also take a look at the Lions vs Japan at Murrayfield.
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2021-06-2345 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The Roller Coaster of Professional Rugby' Dan TuohyWe chat to Dan Tuohy about his impressive career both at club and international level. Dan played in the Premiership for Gloucester before moving to Exeter in the Championship and then across the Irish sea to Ulster. Strong performances for Ulster seen Dan called up to the Ireland squad where he won 11 caps. Following his success in Ireland he moved back to the Premiership with Bristol and Leicester before moving over to France with Stade Français in the Top 14 and Vannes in Pro D2.
We discuss his successes, his regrets and simply all things rugby.
2021-06-161h 20The Telf Rugby Podcast'Struggles of the Championship' Ollie StedmanWe chat to Championship veteran Ollie Stedman about his career in the Championship, Ollie openly discusses his experiences at Leeds, London Welsh, Ealing and Doncaster with a view on how to save the Championship as a professional league. We discuss injury clauses in contracts, the lack of player welfare, the minimal RFU funding and finally debate the topic of ring fencing. The Championship is integral to the success of English rugby and hearing Ollie's experiences opens your eyes to the current struggles in the Championship.
2021-06-0248 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'The American Dream' USA International Nick CivettaWe chat to Nick Civetta about his fascinating rugby journey. Nick began his career out in Lazio before moving to England to sign with Newcastle Falcons. He then played for Doncaster in the Championship before moving to Vannes in France and now he plays in the MLR for Rugby United New York. We also discuss his international career for the USA where he played at the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
We finally look at the growth of the Championship and MLR.
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2021-05-1936 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'1995 RWC Winning Coach' Rudy JoubertWe chat to Rudy Joubert about his impressive coaching career. This includes roles as South African technical advisor when they won the 1995 RWC and he was part of the coaching set-up for the 1997 Lions Tour to SA. We also chat about his time as Namibia head coach along with his spells at Cardiff Blues and in Super Rugby with the Bulls.
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2021-05-121h 012021-05-0652 minThe Telf Rugby PodcastOur Lions Bolters and European Cup PreviewMarcus Smith, Danny Care and Zach Mercer? We chat our Lions Bolters and look ahead to the Champions and Challenge Cup semi-finals.
2021-04-2851 minThe Telf Rugby Podcast'From Belfast to Worcester' Niall AnnettWe chat to Niall Annett about his rugby career at both Ulster and Worcester. We discuss growing up in Belfast and playing school boy rugby for Methody, making his way through the Ulster age group system and then playing for his home province Ulster. We also chat about the struggles for Irish players to leave their home provinces and the benefits of his move to Worcester where he ended up becoming a Premiership regular. All this and so much more with topics such as the Pro14 vs the Premiership, the English Championship and his ACL injury in 2017/2018.
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2021-04-211h 06
The Telf Rugby Podcast'The Flying Dutchman' Tim VisserWe chat to Tim Visser about the highs and lows of his rugby career at both club and international level. We discuss growing up in the Netherlands, playing for Newcastle and moving to Edinburgh which lead to his international debut for Scotland in 2012. We also chat about the famous Barbarians tour and being left out by Gatland for the Lions in 2013. Finally, we finish by looking at his move back to the Premiership with Harlequins.
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2021-04-1445 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastOur Lions Squad and Test TeamWe discuss our Lions 36-man squad along with our current starting XV and bench. Plenty of debate in this one!
2021-04-071h 21
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Wrap UpWe review France vs Scotland along with the best moments from this years Six Nations. Our Awards Ceremony includes:
Game of the Six Nations
Try of the Six Nations
Player of the Six Nations
Break through star
Worst red card
Moment of the Six Nations
2021-03-3138 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 5Keith Earls underrated? Andy Farrell masterclass? Do England need a refresh including Eddie Jones? Did Wales bottle it or did France win it?
We cover it all in our Six Nations Round 5 Review along with looking ahead at France vs Scotland
2021-03-2456 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 5 PreviewHow will Stuart Hogg work at 10? Could Stockdale be the magic Ireland need? We also discuss why Wales won't win the Grand Slam.
Listen to our Six Nations Round 5 Preview
2021-03-1946 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 4Does LRZ now start for the Lions? How bad are Italy? Does Eddie lack competition in his squad? Will Ireland ever be exciting to watch?
We cover it all in our Six Nations Round 4 Review!
2021-03-1744 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 4 PreviewCornish Pirates for promotion, can England bounce back against the fired up French? Are Scotland favourites against Ireland? Will Wales stay on track for the Slam? We cover it all in our Six Nations Round 4 Preview.
2021-03-1050 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 3France and Waffles, Ireland win big in Rome, Eddie Jones' problems with England and Wales on for the Grand Slam. We cover it all in our Round 3 review.
2021-03-0353 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 3 PreviewStill no Harry Byrne - Andy Farrell playing it safe? Who is George Martin? Is it all on the line for Eddie Jones? We cover it all in our Six Nations Round 3 Preview.
2021-02-2552 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 2Does Farrell add anything to England's backline? Wales dark horses for the Six Nations? Is Andy Farrell the right man for Ireland? We cover it all in our Six Nations Round 2 review.
2021-02-1748 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 1We review all the Six Nations games from the weekend along with previewing this weekends action.
2021-02-1052 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Round 1 PreviewGet excited Six Nations is back!! We preview Italy vs France, Scotland vs England and Wales vs Ireland.
2021-02-0343 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Squad PreviewWe react to Leinster vs Munster along with looking at Ireland and England's Six Nations squads.
2021-01-2846 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastRugby Round Up #1We discuss should the Lions Tour still go ahead? Along with other possibilities, we also look at the Champions Cup postponement and finally look at Ealing beating Saracens and preview Munster vs Leinster.
2021-01-2042 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastOceans Apart Doc ReviewWe discuss the Oceans Apart Documentary on Amazon Prime, with shows the greed and betrayal of Pacific Island's Rugby.
2020-12-2122 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastAutumn Nations Cup #5We wrap up the Autumn Nations Cup with a big discussion on Owen Farrell and his kicking, we cover all the other nations including the return of Fiji and finish by previewing the return of the European Cup.
2020-12-1148 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastAutumn Nations Cup #4We cover New Zealand's big win over Argentina along with all the Autumn Nations Cup action. We finally preview the final set of fixtures with England vs France and Ireland vs Scotland being of particular interest.
2020-12-0241 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastAutumn Nations Cup #3We review Argentina's draw with Australia and all the Autumn Nations Cup rugby including England vs Ireland! Finally do our predictions for this weekends rugby.
2020-11-2547 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastAutumn Nations Cup #2We discuss Argentina shocking the All Blacks, Scotland being on a roll and Georgia struggling at Twickenham. We also preview all the games this weekend with the big focus on England vs Ireland.
2020-11-1946 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastAutumn Nations Cup #1We preview the upcoming Autumn Nations Cup, with a focus on Ireland vs Wales and the tournament structure itself. Furthermore we debate over the Pro14 and is the competition competitive enough for the Irish Provinces.
2020-11-1149 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Special #2We discuss all the rugby from the Six Nations with England coming out on top, we call for a new generation of young Irish talent. We also explain why Wales are on the decline, along with the brilliance of France. Added to this we discuss South Africa’s decision to commit to the Rugby Championship till 2030 and address the rumours of Saracens returning to the Premiership with Ealing.
2020-11-0450 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastSix Nations Special #1We firstly touch on the Premiership Final as Exeter win the double and we have a big preview for the final round of the Six Nations, giving our predications for the winners.
2020-10-2843 min
The Telf Rugby PodcastChampions Cup Final ReviewWe discuss arguably one of the best European Cup finals as Exeter win the Champions Cup, we preview the Premiership final, along with the return of the Six Nations with Ireland vs Italy and also touch on New Zealand vs Australia. We love ruggers!
2020-10-2148 min