Episode 41 - Farrell’s Game Plan Takes Shape & Lions Demolition in Perth
The Lions are officially rolling in Australia, and this week we’re breaking down the 54-7 demolition of the Western Force. Composed, clinical finishing, and Andy Farrell’s emerging game plan are all on show now. The lads chat about the Lions identity. We also take a look at the Lions Stock Market, who’s on the up, who’s wobbling, and who’s got everything to prove. Plus, Scotland head coach – and Lions legend – Gregor Townsend dials in from New Zealand for a chat on the 2025 tour, Scotland’s summer, the 1997 doc, and why this might just be the tour where Scots may take the limelight.
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Conor Murray: Lions Legend, Ireland & Munster Great
With the Lions Tour now in full swing, Dan Biggar sits down with Irish legend Conor Murray to reflect on a remarkable career spanning 125 Ireland caps, 8 Lions Test appearances, and over 200 games for Munster. From his iconic Lions moments, to rooming with Mike Phillips, to Ireland’s golden era, and Munster triumphs, Conor opens up on it all, including insights on playing with some of the very best like Sexton, Russell and O'Gara. A must-listen with one of the greats.
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Episode 40 - Lions Land in Dublin: Argentina Spoil the Party, Selection Questions, & Faz Fallout
Dublin was a sea of red and the lads are back dissecting the start to the 2025 Lions Tour as Argentina shock the tourists in Dublin, the Lions’ first tour-opening loss since 1971. Jim, Goodey and special guest Bernard Jackman break down where it went wrong despite dominant stats, from lineout woes and tippy-tappy rugby to Farrell’s punchy post-match comments. There’s chat on subs, back-row balance issues, and whether we’ll see Old Testament Faz emerge this week. Plus, big praise for Argentina, chaos in the England v France B-team clash, and the debut of “Keyboard Captains” as we read out some of the week’s fan comments. Settle in and make sure you’re subscribed on Spotify.
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Rugby Pod End of Season Awards - Biggest Alpha, Best Hemisphere & Player of the Year -
Strap in for a very special extra episode as we dish out the silverware in our 24/25 Rugby Pod Awards Show. Jim, Goodey and Producer Rob enter into a mass debate as we hand out honours for:
Breakthrough Player of the Year
Coach of the Year
Alpha of the Year (testosterone levels were checked)
Top Lad (the good bloke award, basically)
North vs South: who ruled world rugby this year? 🌍
and loads more, so settle back. Enjoy and make sure you're subscribed on Spotify.
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Episode 39 - Finals Glory: 29 Years Later for Emotional Bath, Leinster Crush Bulls & Lions Summer Camp
It was Finals weekend with Bath ending a 29-year wait to lift the Premiership title and complete the treble, while Leinster blow the Bulls away to finally get their hands on the URC trophy. Jim, Goodey and Biggs break it all down, from electric guitars, Finn v Pollard, to yellow card drama and Leinster getting the monkey off their back we're chatting through it all. With Lions camp kicking off, the lads also look at what key combos Farrell might test. Plus, Farrell returns to Sarries, the Prem gets a rebrand, and Rob gets some money from Red Bull to fix Newcastle.
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