Welsh Regional Rugby Appreciation Podcast

European Euphoria and Six Nations Sorrows| Welsh Rugby Podcast

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:57:00 -0000

The gang pick the bones from Wales 1st 6N game, delight in a comfortable Dragons win over Zebra and preview the return of the URC.

#Welshrugby #WRU #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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Dragons still standing & Wales Women prepare for #W6N

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:41:00 -0000

Harley, Nick and Hattie sit down to chat about last weeks Challenge Cup results, the upcoming women’s six nations and Easter eggs on Ozempic.

With Cardiff and Ospreys coming close to famous wins and the Dragons cruising home - we need to ask 'Is there a enough quality in Welsh rugby?'

#WalesWomen #ChallengeCup #Cardiff #Ospreys #Dragons #Scarlets

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Dropping like flies - RCK and Scrum Halves - Welsh Rugby Podcast

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:10:00 -0000

A weekend of decent performances but no wins - The gang talk mounting injury lists, RCK stepping down and preview the Challenge Cup R16. #Welshrugby #RCK #WRU #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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South Africa is a Jolly hard place to go - Italy is lovely tho! | WRRAP

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:07:00 -0000

Nick, Dan and Hattie join Harley to discuss a Scarlets victory, an excellent Dragons performance, the blue and black being beaten black and blue and Nicks lovely weekend away in Treviso drinking and eating the finest Italian cuisine. There is also a look ahead to R14!

#Welshrugby #Rugby #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Proper Rugby is back - The URC Round 13 Preview

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0000

In our second podcast of the week - the crew take a look ahead to Round 13 of the #URC with sunnier climates awaiting Cardiff and Dragons, the Italian sunshine for the Ospreys while the Scarlets get a home fixture against Zebre - so everyone is happy.

#Welshrugby #Rugby #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Wales finally won! - This is NOT clickbait! WRRAP

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:22:00 -0000

The WRRAP gang celebrate victory over Italy but how happy should we be really? We also debate how well the U20s did or didn't do and discuss our standout players from the #SixNations

The URC preview will be out on Wednesday Evening at 6pm

#SixNations #URC #Welshrugby #Cardiff #Scarlets #Ospreys #Dragons #Rugby #RugbyPodcast

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Mann, what a Carré on - WRRAP - Welsh Rugby

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:08:00 -0000

Another defeat for Wales in Dublin but is this the best performance in the Irish capital? Join the regular WRRAP crew as we pick apart the welsh attack and defence and lord over THAT Rhys Carré score.

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#Welshrugby #SixNations #WRU #Carre #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Against the odds - Welsh Rugby Podcast | WRRAP

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:13:00 -0000

The usual suspects discuss the return of the URC, creditable performances from the Dragons and the Scarlets. Cardiff and the Ospreys ensure Irish eyes were not smiling, for this week anyway! To finish we look ahead to the next Wales game In Dublin.

#Welshrugby #URC #SixNations #Scarlets #Cardiff #Dragons #Ospreys

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Delighted to be Disappointed - Welsh Rugby - WRRAP

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:01:00 -0000

The gang discuss the encouraging but disappointing loss to Scotland for the senior men's side, and victories for Brython and the U20s. They also take a look ahead to round 12 of the URC and consider how accurate their prediction systems are.

#Welshrugby #SixNations #URC #WRU #Ospreys #Dragons #Cardiff #Scarlets

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Defence is not an optional add on - WRRAP - Welsh Rugby

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:20:00 -0000

If the WRU are listening to this weeks pod - enough is enough - that performance was simply not acceptable.

The usual crew are back to discuss yet another fifty point destruction of a Welsh team. We analyse where it is going wrong and what needs to happen to put it right - time is already running out for this coaching set up!

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#Welshrugby #WRU #SixNations #Dragons #Scarlets #Cardiff #Ospreys

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It is all about the collision | WRRAP | Welsh Rugby

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:58:00 -0000

The gang have a group therapy session to get over a comprehensive loss to England. They also eek some positives from Wales U20s and pointlessly come up with their team to play France in Cardiff.

#Welshrugby #SixNations #Cymru #WalvFra #Cardiff #Dragons #Ospreys #Scarlets

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The Six Nations Preview - WRRAP - A Welsh Rugby Podcast

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:28:00 -0000

The gang go over the latest in #Welsh rugby news, preview the upcoming 6 Nations game v England and most importantly, Drink of the Week is back.

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#Welshrugby #URC #Dragons #Ospreys #Cardiff #Scarlets #6Nations

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Another week in Welsh Rugby - WRRAP

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0000

WRU ineptitude, Ospreys backs against the wall, Dragons points on the road , Scarlets 83rd minute win and Cardiff up to 4th - an average week in Welsh Rugby really.

More importantly - Drink of the week returns next week with a VERY special offer.

#Welshrugby #WRU #URC #Scarlets #Cardiff #Ospreys #Dragons

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The saviours of Welsh Rugby | WRRAP

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:09:00 -0000

All the usual stuff is in here - plus - before recording the WRU put out a statement saying there would be an announcement about the ownership of Cardiff Rugby next week - that announcement came in mid recording.

The reaction from Welsh fans in all four regions has been raw and rightly so.

#FOFO #Welshrugby #WRU #Ospreys #Scarlets #Cardiff #Dragons

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Normal service resumed - WRRAP

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 23:25:00 -0000

The gang are joined by Zach from Ospreys Eyrie as Nick takes a well deserved holiday.

On this episode we discuss the welsh sides returning to their pre Christmas form and yet more misogyny.

#WRRAP #Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Rugby #Scarlets #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #ChampionsCup #ChallengeCup

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A New Year - searching for a new start | Welsh Rugby

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:06:00 -0000

Harley, Hattie, Dan and Nick review the festive derbies, argue about rugby on the field, look ahead to the European games and argue about rugby off field.

#Welshrugby #URC #FestiveDerbies #WRU #Dragons #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #FOFO

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Let battle commence - a festive derby preview - Welsh Rugby

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:57:00 -0000

Hattie, Nick and Harley are joined by Gav from Dragons Lair. The panel discuss the past weekend's actions "Proper 6s" and how their teams will fair in the upcoming festive derbies

#WelshRugby #Rugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URC #FOFO #StufftheWRUforgettheturkey

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Welsh Rugby Posititvity and the Celtic Challenge returns

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:42:00 -0000

The gang delight in positivity from European competitions and discuss the return of the Celtic Challenge and URC

#Welshrugby #URC #Europeanrugby #ChampionsCup #ChallengeCup #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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Champions and Challengers - A European Cup review

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:55:00 -0000

In a week where our teams were encouraging, frustrating, annoying, hard done by, brilliant, gutsy, ridiculous and pointless - it can only mean that European Cup rugby is back.

Tony from Cardiff Central sits in this week to discuss the finer points in making a tin foil hat while Dan considers what it would take for Abertillery to replace the Dragons!

#Welshrugby #URC #EuropeanCup #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #Whatsthepoint?

0:00 intros

2:00 News desk

7:00 Cardiff review

13:00 scarlets review

29:00 dragons review

41:00 ospreys review

51:00 previews

1:08:00 predictions

1:10:00 sign off

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The URC is back ........ and gone again! - WRRAP

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 23:31:00 -0000

The gang discuss what was an overall positive weekend for Welsh rugby... If you forget about the National sides. We discuss all of the URC performances - the good, the bad and the WTF! before we look ahead to this years European rugby matches.

#Welshrugby #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #WRU #URC

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Proper rugby is back! URC round 6 preview

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000

The usual crew return to cast an eye over the upcoming #URC games and make some predictions.

Everything is up in the air for #DravLei #ZebvCar #EdivOsp and #ScavGla

#Welshrugby #WRU #Wales

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All Blacks skill and The South African Steamroller

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:43:00 -0000

The crew are back to dig for positives after having another 50 points put on us over the weekend - then the shovels go away and the digger trucks come out as they search for some hope against South Africa.

URC previews to follow on the second pod!

#Walesrugby #Welshrugby #Autumnseries #Autumninternationals #WalvRSA

Chapters:

* Intro 0:00

* NZ review 4:00

* SA preview 34:43

* Squad update and team selection 51:58

* Outro ~ 1:10:00

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Brave Blossoms Beaten But Beware the Blacklash.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:32:00 -0000

The gang are joined by Jack form the Ospreys Eyrie to discuss a poor performance against Japan, preview the upcoming all blacks game and explain why Alex Mann is the men's equivalent of Kate Williams.

#Welshrugby #Wales #WalvNZL #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #WRU #WorstRunUnion

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The end of the winning streak

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 23:41:00 -0000

The full crew are in full voice to mark the end of the Welsh winning streak at the hands of Argentina. They look ahead to the Japan game knowing that a loss will have repercussions far beyond Saturday.

#Welshrugby #WalvJap #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #AutumnInternationals #URC

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Something to believe in

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:41:00 -0000

The gang preview Wales' opening game of the autumn internationals, against Argentina. They also pick their matchday squad and Hattie talks about her dog.

#Welshrugby #Rugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #WalvArg #AutumnInternationals

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Turn, take five steps and DRAW!

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 23:52:00 -0000

The gang discuss the final games of this 1st URC block before getting into the big Welsh rugby story of the week.

#WelshRugby #WRU #URC #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #Rugby

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The only way is up, baby!

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 22:04:00 -0000

The team round up this past weekends action as Cardiff hold up the Welsh Regions end in the URC with 3 teams in the bottom 4.

But a closer a look at the possible Welsh squad for the autumn internationals breathes an air of positivity. Doesn't it?

#URC #Welshrugby #WelshrugbyPodcast #WRU #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #AutumnInternationals #Walessquad

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That's a lot of zeros

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:40:00 -0000

The gang chat locks, nillings and players on hotstreaks. They also preview the upcoming Wales squad and our first Welsh derby of the season.

#Welshrugby #WRU #URC #ScrumV #Welshsquad #Rugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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WRRAP - The Community corner

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:05:00 -0000

In part 2 of this weeks podcast we discuss the sad news of another former player being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease and try to work out what we can do to ease issues with lack of number in the community leagues.

#Welshrugby #Communityrugby #MND #WRU #Whoisshortthisweek

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Storms and Drop goals

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 23:13:00 -0000

The gang discuss Dave Reddins media comments, the weather and why taking points matters.

#Welshrugby #WRU #Consultation #URC #Cardiffrugby #Dragons #Ospreys #Scarlets

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URC Round 1 - Things can only get better

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 22:03:00 -0000

The gang take a positive look over R1 of the URC with a big focus on nice attack and less nice defence. We also introduce our new "Community Corner" which is your chance to talk about rugby outside of the 4 pro clubs.

#Welshrugby #Wales #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URC

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Round 1 of the URC - a preview

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The crew are back to preview the first week of the #URC - starting with #ULSVDRA on Friday at 20:05, #BULvOSP early on Saturday at 13:00, #ScavMun at 17:30 and #CarvLio at 19:45. Harley also explains how the prediction league is fixed to ensure he wins - again! #Welshrugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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WRRAP - Cardiff & Scarlets season previews

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 22:53:00 -0000

Hattie, Nick and Dan join Harley to preview the Cardiff and Scarlets seasons ahead - after a day of heavy re-writing thanks to the WRU appointing a new attack coach. If you throw everything up in the air - where does it land? Have a listen and find out.

#Cardiff #Scarlets #Welshrugby #WRU #URC #Wales

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Dragons & Ospreys season previews!

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:45:00 -0000

Your new crew are back for a Q&A with star referee Ben Breakspear.

They then head into the darkest reaches of Welsh Rugby to look at the squads, the stars, the expectations and the realistic prospects for the Dragons and Ospreys for the forthcoming season.

#Welshrugby #TheWelshrugbyPodcast #WRU #URC #Dragons #Ospreys

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Season 4 kick off - Will there be a Season 5?

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 23:13:00 -0000

Dan, Nick and Harley are joined by Hattie of Women's Rugby Treehouse fame to discuss Wales Women, U18 and the WRU's latest revamp of the pro game.

#Welshrugby #WRU #Consultation #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #WomensWorldCup

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After 644 Days, Its Over

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:47:00 -0000

Lee, Harley, Dan and Nick react to Wales' win over Japan, and react to the latest WRU Statement

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Find the fire in your heart

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:53:00 -0000

The boys are not happy - 18 losses on the bounce, a 2nd half collapse and a record low world ranking - it can't get any worse can it?

The boys pull apart a dismal performance, look for the positives and ask how Wales can recover from here.

#Walesrugby #Welshrugby #JapvWal #Makeitstop

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Eddie Jones and the 'New' Japan

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0000

The boys are back to catch up on news, take a look at the U 20's and run the eyes over Eddie Jones' 'New' Japan and what Wales can expect on this years tour.

Keep an eye out for some of the worst impressions you have heard in a long time.

#Walesrugby #WelshRugby #JapvWal #WRU #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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The winkers in West Wales

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 22:18:00 -0000

Dan, Nick and Harley join Lee G to put the rugby world to rights with a full discussion on the problems facing the game we all love around the world and how they affect us in Wales. The boys take a look at the last game of the season and consider what it would take to persuade Patch to join their squad.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Rugbyunion #Welshrugbypodcast #WRU #S4C #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Time to say goodbye?

Wed, 28 May 2025 22:34:00 -0000

As we near the end of the season the on field chat starts to take a back seat - but this is Welsh rugby so the off field goings on will never dry up.

The boys talk PRA, Fan reaction, Wales trip to Japan, Regional awards, start of season predictions, #LeivSca and finally how to say goodbye!

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Wales #Rugbyunion #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URC #WRU

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Wales Needs four regions (Audio)

Tue, 20 May 2025 09:10:00 -0000

Ospreys Josh, Dan the Dragon and Harley join Lee G to discuss the weekends rugby and why four defeats was the least of our problems. The guys then dive headlong into the quagmire of Welsh rugby admin and discuss the WRU's handling of the PRA and where we go now.

Welsh rugby needs all four regions pulling together for each other and for the future!

#Welshrugby #Wales #Rugbyunion #ScrumV #PRA URC #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Too close for comfort

Mon, 12 May 2025 21:29:00 -0000

Nick is away testing his range of budgie smugglers in the sun - leaving Jack to sit in with New guy Jon - as they discuss the PRA - to sign or not to sign and all the goings on in South Africa!

Jamie has a rule - never play in a league you don't want to win - and we have one week left on the prediction league - predictions were kept in a sealed box to stop any hint of foul play!

#Walesrugby #Welshrugby #WRU #Rugbyunion #URC #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #ScrumV #S4C

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The BIG South Africa trip

Mon, 05 May 2025 21:22:00 -0000

With no games to review, the boys spend their time dreaming about Welsh players who might make the Lions tour and what is a good outcome from a trip to South Africa. Next comes the predictions - including an explanation of how the prediction league works - with one week to go!

#Welshrugby #WalesRugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URCgo #Harleyhasanotherbabyontheway

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What the hell just happened?

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:06:00 -0000

It was a very strange weekend - a ton of news with lots of positives and happy memories, a weekend of great performances for three of our regions and a strange feeling where we could have three Welsh regions in the end of season playoffs! And then we have the prediction league!

#Welshrugby #URCgo #URC #Rugbyunion #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #WRU

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Judging Judgement Day

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 22:29:00 -0000

Lee G, Nick and Harley help Dan to celebrate Abertillery's promotion securing win.

The boys look at Judgement Day as an event and discuss the rugby it provided.

As we near the squeaky bum part of the season, previews and predictions become tense.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #JudgementDay #URC

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Judgement Day with all four Welsh teams

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:01:00 -0000

The boys bring back Drink of the week for a Judgement Day special preview show after discussing the Cardiff Rugby saga and Ospreys exit from this seasons cup - yes there is chat about attendance figures but don't blame us unless you were actually there. They round of the show with a preview of Judgement Day and where you can catch up with them if you want to.

#Judgementday #Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Scarlets #Dragons #Ospreys #Cardiff #WRU #URC

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When three became one!

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:34:00 -0000

The boys bring Dan off the subs bench as a blood bin replacement for Jamie to discuss the weekly news in as much detail as is prudent and then they run through the rugby from the weekend just gone and the weekend to come.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Cardiff #Rugbyunion #Ospreys #Scarlets #Dragons

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Nightmares and Bus fares!

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:57:00 -0000

Jamie and Harley join Lee G in welcoming Osprey Jack to the pod to discuss the weekends games in all their disappointment and jollity. They take a look at each sides run ins and predict the final table places before considering the weekends european fixtures.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #URCgo #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #EPRC

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Welsh Rugby and the three region question

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:42:00 -0000

Harley and Nick join Lee G to welcome New man Dan to the pod who is covering for Jamie while he gets his nails painted (something like that). The boys cover the usual areas of reviewing last weeks games and taking a look ahead while also discussing the three region question, why it keeps coming up and how we can make it go away.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Warburton #3Regions #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URCgo

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Welsh Rugby - searching for it's soul!

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 21:58:00 -0000

No one said being a Welsh Rugby supporter was easy but these last few weeks have tested the most dedicated fans. Jamie and Nick join Lee G to look through last weeks news, the high point of the Under 20's game and the depths of the senior XV. The boys then try to find a way forward for Welsh rugby, have a chat about media comments and take a look at the weekends games in the URC. Your comments and questions are welcome on our socials.

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Scotland reviewed - save the BIG one till last!

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:56:00 -0000

The boys pick over a number of late news stories and make the editing process much more difficult than it needs to be. Then they pick over the Scotland game - looking for a few positives before laying the groundwork for the England game and how this losing streak can finish on Saturday.

#Welshrugby #SixNations #WalvEng #URC

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Head games - where Welsh rugby is failing

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 22:18:00 -0000

The boys discuss a very mixed bag of results from round 12 of the URC and ask the question about the mindset in Welsh Rugby - and how it can be improved. They bravely step into the Scotland debate, discuss team changes and give their score predictions for this Saturdays game.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #Ospreys #Scarlets #Cardiff #Dragons #ScovWal #ScrumV #WRU

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Hope Restored | Wales v Ireland review | Six Nations 2025.

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:03:00 -0000

We look back on a positive weekend for Welsh rugby as our U20s beat Ireland in Newport and the seniors give Ireland a fright in Cardiff. Plus we look ahead to the return of the URC round 12.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #RugbyUnion #SixNations #URC #Scarlets #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys

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Welsh Rugby - Who comes next?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 21:50:00 -0000

The boys are in buoyant mood as an air of positivity surrounds Welsh Rugby for a few days at least. The boys cast their eyes over last weeks events, take some deep breaths and look into the crystal ball to consider the candidates in line to take over after Matt Sheratt. Then comes the standard URC review and predictions for #WalvIre #sixnations #URC #Gatland

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The Italy game and how we move forward

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:35:00 -0000

There is no holding back as the boys try to recover from the weekend and provide an outlet for the Welsh publics anger - this is not one to listen to if you have have kids around!

In addition to the defeat against Italy, the boys take a look ahead to the return of the URC and assess what the new PRA agreement means for the future of the four regions.

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #ItavWal #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #URC

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Le Wreckage - France v Wales- Six Nations Review.

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:03:00 -0000

We sift through the wreckage of France v Wales and try to take the positives out of it. Then we look ahead to Rome for a massive game. Can Wales finally win a game of rugby?

#Rugby #Walesrugby #6Nations #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons #URC

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Performance or results? Pick one

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 21:58:00 -0000

There is a full house to talk through a week in Welsh Rugby. Wins in the URC, losses in the URC and fans in need of something to hold on to in the URC. Then the boys take a look ahead to the start of this years #6Nations and what Wales Rugby fans can expect in the coming weeks.

#Welshrugby #URC #6Nations #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiff #Dragons

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Welsh Rugby has a bit of work to do

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:48:00 -0000

The European Cup adventure was fun - it showed that the Welsh Rugby regions are more than capable of competing with the best on a given day but those days may be few and far between. The boys review the european games and look forward to the return of proper rugby in the URC with all four teams playing at home this weekend.

#Welshrugby #URC #TheOrangeCucumbermustbestopped

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The Wales squad - Reality bites

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:59:00 -0000

The boys put the URC on the back burner and focus on European fixtures and International squads. It was a grim weekend of rugby for three out of four regions last weekend and the predictions for the weekend ahead are not great.

They then cheer themselves up by looking at the Wales squad for this years six nations - things don't get much better!

#Welshrugby #Walesrugby #6Nations #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets #URC

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The business end of the season approaches

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 22:58:00 -0000

Harley and Nick join Lee G for a chat about the festive derbies, the season so far and what we can expect from the rest of the season.

Jamie will be back with us next week depending on how the Dragons get on this weekend 😁

#Welshrugby #Welshrugbypodcast #Scarlets #Ospreys #Cardiffrugby #Dragons #URC

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Sca v Dra - an opportunity to test our Christmas presents

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 22:22:00 -0000

We hope you all had a great festive break - we will be back with a proper pod next week but in the meantime we have been playing around with AI - this pod is generated from our Whatsapp group chat from the Scarlets v Dragons game. The letters are for the speakers - H = Huw, M = Mart, G = Gav and L = Lee. Let us know what you think in the comments.

#Welshrugby #Welshrugbypodcast #MadewithAI

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A Festive Derby Special!

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:10:00 -0000

The boys are joined by an old friend, Carwyn, to preview all of the festive derbies, make a few predictions, compare Christmas jumpers and most importantly sample a Christmas 'Drink of the Week!' A quick note - This was recorded on Monday - when Toby Booth was still in charge at the Ospreys

#Welshrugby #WalesrugbyPodcast #Scarlets #Ospreys #Dragons #Cardiff

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Don't be sad - 3 out of 4 ain't bad!

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 22:04:00 -0000

Jamie and Harley join with Nick from Pod Cymru to chat with Lee G about the second round of the European Challenge Cup in a quickfire pod. It is safe to say that three of us were in a pretty good mood and Nick took one on the chin. It is hard being an Osprey at the moment but better times are around the corner!

A festive look forward to the derbies will follow later in the week.

#Welshrugby #URC #Scarlets #Ospreys #Dragons #Cardiffrugby

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When you don't understand the concept of winning

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:47:00 -0000

The boys are at full strength to discuss Welsh Rugby media, young players, the first round of the European Cup and the Welsh sides prospects in round 2. With three out of four sides failing to understand the concept of winning, there is a lot to discuss.

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Four regions are for life !

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 23:11:00 -0000

James and Harley join Lee to discuss the goings on in Welsh rugby and in the media over the last week. The boys give their honest opinions on why four regions is the way forward and then dive into the performances from those regions last weekend. They take a look ahead to the European fixtures and launch a ticket competition for 'Not Boxing Day' Ospreys v Scarlets!

#Welshrugby #WRU #Walesrugby #Dragons #Cardiff #Ospreys #Scarlets

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Crash Bok Wallop! | Wales v South Africa review | URC Preview

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 22:46:00 -0000

We are joined this week by Christian from the Welsh Sports Podcast as we round up the latest news, look back on Wales v South Africa and look ahead to the return of the URC.

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Rock bottom has a basement.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 22:44:00 -0000

Jamie, James, Big M and Dan do a post-mortem of Wales vs Australia. Do Wales have the talent to compete? What needs to change and is it time for Warren Gatland to go?

#WelshRugby #Gatland #WalvRSA #WalvAus

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Fiji ‘til I want no more!

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 22:40:00 -0000

Jamie is joined by James, Harley and Big M to round up the latest Welsh rugby news and pick the bones out of Wales’s defeat to Fiji.

#Welshrugby #Wales #WalvFij #AutumnInternationals

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Friji and Fiji

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 22:41:00 -0000

Harley and James are joined by Big M to discuss the weeks news, and preview the upcoming Wales v Fiji game.

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Happy jugglers and budgie smugglers - and the first block of the URC

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 23:21:00 -0000

The boys are a man down but Harley, James and Lee G crack on with a review of the first block of games and a chat about last weekend - plus some truly bizarre revelations from Harley!

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Scarley boys are on a run!

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:57:00 -0000

The full crew are back to talk over Gatlands Wales Squad selections, last weeks fixtures - where it is going right for Scarlets, what needs to change at the Ospreys, where to Cardiff look to for inspiration and how frustrating it is to be a Dragon right now. The boys pick their plays of the week (on social media now) and make their predictions for round 6 of the URC.

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WRRAP - Missed opportunities and chances taken

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:56:00 -0000

Jamie, James and Harley round up a busy week of news and look back on URC round 4. Missed opportunities was the theme of the weekend. (Unless you’re Scarlets)

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A Welsh Whitewash

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 22:48:00 -0000

You would expect a weekend without a win for any of the regions to result in a downbeat sort of a chat but the boys find plenty of positives to talk about and reasons to be looking upwards not downwards. There is a lot of 'allegedly' and 'in my opinion' being used when the boys discuss refs as well.

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WRRAP: When positivity starts to creep into the conversation to much

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:38:00 -0000

With Jamie catching up on Strictly, the boys discuss the Dragons game with an air of positivity, the Ospreys game with an air of enthusiasm and the Scarlets/Cardiff game with a balanced reality! There is a load of stuff to look forward to and the boys are keen to do it justice.

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It's the hope that kills you - still!

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

The URC has once again proven itself to be the 'Best League' with the opening week of games being truly exceptional. The boys are joined by Dan from the Cardiff Central Pod to discuss all of the Welsh games and look ahead to week 2 and the prospect of the Dragons toppling Leinster in their own backyard.

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Positivity and Pessimism - Tossing the Welsh rugby coin!

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:33:00 -0000

The boys kick off the season with a preview of week 1, Cardiff v Zebre, Benetton v Scarlets and the first derby of the season - Dragons v Ospreys. Welsh rugby has been through a lot over the last couple of seasons - will this be the season where things turn around and all four Welsh sides start delivering.

The boys finish off with their end of season predictions - enjoy!

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WRRAP - West Wales Preview

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 22:35:00 -0000

The boys dive into the West Wales teams this week, starting with the news of Toby Booths' final season at the helm and working their way through both squads and their seasons expectations. They finish with Harleys views on the Welsh Womens game against Scotland - no punches pulled!

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The Cardiff and Dragons preview

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

The boys are back after a lovely summer break and are ready to cast their eyes over the Cardiff and Dragons prospects for the coming season - with a little bit of kit chat thrown in for good measure as well.

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Olympic WWRAP up and Ilona love-in

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:55:00 -0000

The gang review the women's Olympic sevens, catch up on PWR signings and discuss how Ilona Maheris is the global superstar rugby has needed

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An Australian de-briefing Part 2

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:48:00 -0000

It's yet another loss for Wales but Jamie, James and Harley try to take the positives from a series loss and ask what we have learned about Wales on this tour. Plus all the usual stuff.

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An Australian de-briefing

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:43:00 -0000

Jamie, James and Harley review the 1st test in Australia and pick the bones out of another frustrating performance, plus the usual #DOTW and James' reaction to the big news regarding the Ospreys stadium announcement.

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Wales Womens rugby - where are we now?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:34:00 -0000

Huw, Harley, Julia and Sian react to the new WRU strategy, review the PWR final and preview Wales' vital playoff against Spain.

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Could have been worse

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 20:22:00 -0000

In episode number 100 - Jamie, James and Huw round up the news and discuss the Wales squad heading to Australia. The boys also chat about the South Africa game and ask 'How much pressure is Warren Gatland under?'

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Time to take a breath

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 21:31:00 -0000

The full crew are back together for the last time this season and are keen to discuss the weekly news, the Ospreys game against Munster and a summary of each of the regions seasons. They finish up with a thank you to everyone that has listened to any of the podcasts over the last couple of seasons before signing off for the season.

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Judgement Day and THAT Wales squad

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 20:28:00 -0000

Jamie, James and Harley are joined by Carwyn Evans from Scarlets Fever and Podcast Rygbi Cymru, to look back on Judgement Day, preview Ospreys trip to Limerick and give their verdicts on a very interesting Wales squad.

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Selecting the Summer Squad - the WRRAP way!

Thu, 30 May 2024 23:08:00 -0000

Harley and Huw go digging around the numbers and spreadsheets to provide Gatland with their recommendations for the summer squad based entirely on stats and facts - you can't argue with that!

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Judgement Day - The end is nigh!!!!

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:31:00 -0000

The boys are happy to see the end of the season creeping over the hill as the usual Judgement Day arguments raise their heads again. With very little riding on the results of the games, the annual prediction league become the most important thing to focus on!

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The one with 3 wins for Welsh regions!

Mon, 20 May 2024 20:16:55 -0000

Imagine waiting all season for a weekend where 3 out of the 4 regions win and picking that weekend to start discussing dropping a region again!

The rumour mill is in full swing this week as the boys review a weekend of decent performances and encouraging signs - even Jamie see's signs of hope in the Dragons midfield - and then there is the prediction league to sort out as well!

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The one where no one won but you can't be down about these things!

Mon, 13 May 2024 21:51:16 -0000

James is back from his baby time but would have been forgiven for needing another week or so to recover! The boys discuss a bucket load of news, nicknames, getting stuffed and the prospect of going through it again this weekend. On a positive note, we won't another weekend this season where all four teams lose!

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The Womens 6 Nations review

Thu, 09 May 2024 22:05:30 -0000

Cat Boy and Harley are joined by the wonderful Rugby Julia (@okayjulia on x) to conduct a post mortem on Wales Women's latest 6N campaign

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Back to the bread and butter of the URC

Tue, 07 May 2024 20:48:09 -0000

Jamie and Harley are joined by Martyn from the Scarlets Fever podcast to round up the latest news, chat Welsh Premiership and preview Round 16 of the URC.

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Is it over yet?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:58:54 -0000

The boys are joined by Iestyn from the Ospreys Eyrie and Pod Rygbi Cymru to discuss the weekends performances and lack of them. Drink of the week takes on a colourful outlook with some interesting flavours, before the boys take on the difficult task of discussing the rugby!

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The one after the Ospreys beat the Stormers - when the Sheriff left town!

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:49:33 -0000

The boys are joined by guest presenter Josh Lawrence to discuss the Ospreys win in South Africa as well as the retirement of Ken 'The Sheriff' Owens - Harley does everything he can to stick to his rule of 'Not blaming the ref' while Jamie can see bits of positivity in all four Welsh regions, just not enough for a win in too many cases. Lee G on the other hand battles his way through another can of sour beer - and survives!

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Welsh Rugby: What the Ospreys did in Europe

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 21:56:28 -0000

The full team is back to discuss the Ospreys journey deep into Europe - well Gloucester at least. James gives us the run down of his day out and how it may affect the rest of the season. The boys look ahead to the return to normal rugby this weekend with the return of the URC and give their predictions accordingly as well as taking a look at each teams remaining fixtures and predicting their finishing positions.

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History Makers!

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:15:56 -0000

Jamie, James and Harley are joined by Huw Griffin (aka CatBoy) to round up the latest news and look back on Ospreys finally winning a European knockout game! Plus we also chat Wales women and look ahead to the Ospreys trip to Kingsholm.

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The one where the Dragons win and Jamie is still celebrating!

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 21:56:18 -0000

The boys are a man down to review the goings on at the Scarlets, a gutsy Dragons performance and a solid win for the Ospreys but they struggle on regardless. There is a definite Bank Holiday vibe to proceedings with Lee G predicting an Ospreys win and James being kind to the Scarlets - it was all too much for Harleys Wifi to take!

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If winning is a habit, there is no danger of becoming addicted.

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:15:48 -0000

The boys get back to discussing proper rugby, some half game performances, some questions regarding decisions and TMO's, a dodgy hamstring and crowd numbers plus a win - plus all the usual stuff

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In between Italy and normal rugby returning

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:48:47 -0000

The boys try to put Welsh rugby to rights - but as we all know it is going to take a fair bit longer than one night. There was a lot to get through but the main chunk is where the boys discuss the Italy game, the fallout from it, Gatland's comments and the way forward. With normal rugby returning this weekend, the boys get back to their usual levels of pessimism and dismay as they preview this weeks URC fixtures.

The link to Lee G's survey is here - if you can fill it in and share it we would be greatful https://openss.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3UlIABXDhve7jTM

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The one in between France and Italy

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 22:31:03 -0000

The boys are stuck in between France and Italy with only Marcello Cossali-Francis to keep them company! The Italy v Scotland game gets an outing before they move on to the Wales v Italy game where Marcello re-visits his predictions from last seasons game!

In order to avoid discussing the France game, James manages to combine Cilla Black and Monty Python while Jamie plays with a spoon.

Dont miss Harleys quiz time and this weeks #BestXV announcement

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Trying to take some positives from the URC into the France game

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 23:01:03 -0000

The boys are a man down but manage to rattle through the prospect of another WRU review, the coverage of the women's game and drink of the week before heading into another winless weekend in the URC and trying to work out how to put it right. They finish up with an optimistic venture through the prospect of the French visiting on Mothers day and the difficulties in watching the game AND keeping everyone happy!

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After the Ireland game - with a #URC weekend ahead of us

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:49:06 -0000

The pick through the pieces of the Wales team performance against Ireland - what went well and what didn't - and what needs to change for the France game. There is a full weekend of #URC fixtures ahead and the task doesn't get any easier for the regions!

There is also an absolute classic #Drinkofthe week with some proper #Wankybollocks to get through!

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The one where positivity seems like an abstract concept

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 21:00:24 -0000

With only the one win from four games to discuss and the prospect of an international game against Ireland, the boys try to find new and exciting things to discuss but keep getting dragged back in to the quagmire that Welsh rugby has become! Thankfully drink of the week and the Ospreys provide something positive to discuss - briefly!

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The England review and the Return of the URC.

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:02:49 -0000

Jamie, Harley and James chew the fat over Wales’ narrow defeat to England at Twickenham. Plus the usual Drink of the week, Newsdesk, James’ Beef and a look ahead to the weekend as the Welsh regions are back in URC action.

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The one after the Scotland game

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 22:58:29 -0000

The boys forensically dissect the Scotland performance with insightful observations, detailed analysis and game specific analysis - or to put it another way - they talk crap about rugby and other stuff for a while.

Which ever is your taste, it is a bloody good listen.

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#WalvSco - the big preview with Jonny from the Scottish Rugby Podcast

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 21:47:14 -0000

While James has another crack at breaking into the over 50's 2nd team - the rest of the boys crack on with the serious of work of analysing the Welsh and Scottish teams for the opening weekend of this years 6 nations with Jonny from the Scottish Rugby Podcast. There is plenty to discuss with lots of new faces, plenty of uncertainty and an expectation upon the Scottish team that they are not used to.

There are a few bizarre diversions, some interesting predictions and a lot of bashing the English team - enjoy!

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The one after the European Cup games

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 23:30:17 -0000

Meatloaf said that 2 out of 3 aint bad - but Welsh Regions have 1 out 4 through to the next round of European fixtures - the boys give their opinions on where that stands on the Meatloaf rating!

Lee G has finally found a beer that he doesn't like, Jamie has done hospitality, Harley forgot his laptop and James is happy - would be the bulk of the show - and then they discus the Anglo Welsh league!

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The one where we talk NFL, LRZ and Wales Squad selection

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 22:17:16 -0000

The boys were a man down but struggled through regardless - discussing the shock news of LRZ going to the NFL and the selection of the Wales squad. There were other things to discuss as well - injuries, excuses, last weeks games and this weekends previews.

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The start of 2024 - the one where we try to keep it positive

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 23:13:06 -0000

The boys wanted to start the year in a positive frame of mind - which lasted right up until newsdesk. There was plenty of stuff to discuss - Christmas presents, beer, dry January!!!! and kids to begin with but then the nitty gritty stuff for example the festive derbies and different beer.

Harley has some stats and James introduces 'Beef and Banter' - the less said about predictions the better!

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The one after European fixtures and before the festive derbies

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 22:53:39 -0000

In a packed episode there are many bases covered - starting with Harleys ELF gin, discussing the Cardiff takeover, Samson Lee retiring then on to the European fixtures and a full preview of the festive derbies.

You can find the Christmas Quizzes on our Youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/tnqqgYafziQ

It would mean a lot to us if you could listen to the very end if you can.

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The one in between European cup fixtures with Francisco/Francois!

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:49:51 -0000

Harley was on the bench this week while the boys pulled in the bomb squad with Carwyn from the Cardiff Central Podcast and European Rugby journalist Francisco Isaac coming on to close out the game. The boys talk through the games coming this weekend - in particular the Black Lion trip to PYS and the chances of any side winning.

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The one discussing 'Welsh Rugby - What went wrong'

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 23:23:51 -0000

The boys were joined by Sei Williams (@CapS45) to discuss his book 'Welsh Rugby - What went wrong' and some of the things he found while researching the book plus his verdict on the changes that are currently underway in the WRU.

All the usual stuff is in there as well - drink of the week, the review of last weekends games (especially Cardiff v Scarlets) and a preview of the first weekend of European rugby this season.

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The one after the Storm, The Sharks and the Derby!

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:43:31 -0000

Cardiff picked apart the Stormers before the Dragons got bitten by the Sharks. The West Wales Derby was a 2nd gear victory for the Ospreys and the Scarlets have some deeper issues that need to be resolved and quickly.

The boys demonstrate that it is easy to get down about Welsh Rugby sometimes, but it is also good to get your frustrations off your chest with a few mates and have a laugh about the game every now and again!

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The one with two derbies for the Ospreys to discuss

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:46:00 -0000

The boys dive straight in to the Cardiff game against Zebre and work out how it ended up as a draw, then they try to find some positives in the Scarlets battering by Leinster before chatting through the Dragons destruction of the Ospreys.

Then there is a look ahead to Cardiff v Stormers, Dragons trip to the Sharks and the West Wales derby - Ospreys v Scarlets! If you have ever wondered how our prediction league works - that gets explained as well.

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The one with no wins but plenty of positives to discuss

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0000

On the face of it the boys had a pretty miserable weekend to discuss but on closer inspection there were a lot of positives to be found over the weekends games. Listeners questions takes them into the unexpected area of DNA manipulation and end of season predictions and then they delve in to the weekends games. They finish on predictions for the weekend ahead and an update on the prediction league standings.

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The one with 'Strictly' Sam Larner

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000

The boys were joined by rugby analyst Sam Larner to discuss the important goings on in Welsh Rugby over the last week. Conversation somehow moved from Halfpenny's move to New Zealand to sparkly suits and spray tans as Sam shared his thoughts on how we market the game and improve it;s image. We throw in the usual mix of last weekends games, a look forward to next weekends games, a few listeners questions and drink of the week and still somehow end up on sparkly suits!

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Time for some hard truths - just not in front of the kids

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:01:00 -0000

Round two of the URC has produced another bumper pod - it is safe to say that this is not one to listen to with the kids! A poor game between the Dragons and Cardiff, barely anyone watching the Ospreys game and some lovely scenery being the only thing worth watching with the Scarlets all get discussed in detail.

The expectations for this weekends games are not much more encouraging but it is safe to say that the boys are firmly backing the regions to come through this and find a way back to the top half of the table - even if it takes some honest conversations and hard truths.

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Week 1 of the URC - in a lot of depth!

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

This weeks pod welcomes our new Ospreys chappy James and we say a fond thank you to Carwyn. There is plenty of stuff to unbox this week - the World Cup, scrums and refs and World Cup predictions. Then the boys, including Huw from Scarlets Fever and Pirate pods, dive in to the URC and flail around looking for positives and a way forward. We also ave the first derby of the season to look forward to as the Dragons entertain Cardiff, while the Scarlets take a trip to the Stormers and the Ospreys have a tough game against Zebre. No one said this season would be easy - strap yourselves in coz Judgement Day is a way off!

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The one where we have a URC season to look forward to

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

The boys are joined by Iestyn from the Ospreys Eyrie and Podcast Rygbi Cymru who sits in for Carwyn to preview the coming season of URC action. The start is a little flat as the weekends quarter final against Argentina gets reviewed but there are some positives to take from it. The boys talk through the options to go forward and where things may need to change if Wales are going to improve their performances.

After what feels like an eternity, the URC is back which means a return to the normality of winding each other up, downplaying each others chances of winning and the start of this seasons prediction league - love it!

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A love letter to Portugal

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:01:00 -0000

In the second part of this bonus podcast, Harley and Huw continue to discuss rugby with Francisco Isaac and the effect it has had on Portugal.

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RWC Tier 2 Round up

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:24:01 -0000

The story of RWC2023 so far has been the style of rugby that Tier 2 nations are playing and the man who has been championing Tier 2 rugby for 20+ years is Francisco Isaac.

In the first part of their chat with Francisco, Harley and Huw, don their flatcaps and review the group stages of the Rugby World Cup. The up's and downs and how things need to change if we are to see more from these sides.

Part 2 will be out soon.

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The one with another World Cup quarter final to look forward to

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Despite the temptation to dive straight in to discussing the quarter final - the boys begin with a few pre-season game reviews and the prospects for the coming season. Some are more enthusiastic than others to discuss them but the need for better coverage of these types of games is obvious.

Conversation then turns to France - the good bits from the Georgia game, the impressive performances, the unfortunate injuries, the players putting hands up for Argentina - then the injuries, the call up, the options, the tactics and how Argentina can be beaten.

We also discuss the Portugal v Fiji game, which was a joy to watch - almost as much as last weeks guest Francisco's reaction on social media was. More games like this we need - not less, if World Rugby are listening.

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The one where we discuss the Georgia game, Tier 2 and promoting the World Cup

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000

We had the pleasure of welcoming back Francisco Isaac to the pod tonight - not only one of the most knowledgeable and experienced journalists in European rugby circles but also a fantastic person to talk to. This weeks discussion begins at the World Cup, works its way around the pre-season warm up games from last weekend and then weaves its way back to the World Cup. We take a look at the best games from last weekend, how the Tier 2 nations are fairing, some of the marketing decisions made by World Cup organisers and then on to the final weekend of the pool rounds.

There is honesty, humour and even a bit of politics in this one - enjoy!

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The one after Australia! and other stuff

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

It doesn't take a genius to work out that we discuss Wales win over Australia in the Rugby World Cup quite a bit on this pod. We were joined by renowned rugby journalist Simon Thomas to discuss the game and some other stuff - but mainly the game!

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The one after Portugal where we talk about media coverage etc

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Finding positives in the Portugal game was difficult but the boys got there with a bit of effort and determination. There were a lot of learning to be taken from that game both for the Australia game and for future development in general. The Fiji v Australia game gave Wales a lot of information to work with but exactly how Gatland puts it to good use is up for debate. One thing the boys do agree on is the standard of TV and media coverage is well below par and in some cases just plain wrong!

Plenty of other stuff in there - well worth a listen.

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The one after Fiji - and breeeeaaaaathe

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

The first hurdle has been overcome - it wasn't easy nor fun but Wales got over it and the World Cup has begun. This week's pod covers the vital bits of the World Cup so far, including french men pretending to be cockerels, the social media reaction to referee decisions and English red cards. We then dive into the Fiji game in all its glory before looking forward to the Portugal game. Who knew Portuguese rugby was so interesting! If you are looking for a new 'Second team' - Portugal may be it - just not this week!

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The one before the Fiji game - anyone nervous?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Drink of the week excels itself this week - interesting doesn't come close to describing this weeks drinks.

This weeks guest is Ged from the Attacking Scrum Podcast - he of the mystical missing pod, who joins the boys to discuss all things Fiji and the Rugby World Cup.

Discussion points include are Fiji over-rated or a genuine threat? Did Gatland get the selection right? Is this Welsh team under rated? and how can Wales come away with a win on Sunday?

We finish off with our 'other' games to watch and our score predictions for Wales v Fiji - it is going to be a great World Cup.

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The one where we review the chances of Wales getting out of Group C

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Our guest this week is Paul Eddison, renowned rugby journalist with a particular interest in French rugby. Together we look at the World Cup build up, how Group C is looking and what are the chances of Wales progressing beyond the group.

Most importantly, we begin our search for the best moustache, beard and hair at the World Cup. We have some very strong contenders already.

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The one where we discuss squad selection and try to avoid the South Africa game

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Jamie is very impressed with this weeks Newsdesk intro but it wasn't enough to cushion the conversation about the South Africa game. We tried to avoid it but we had to cover it. The conversation about squad selection was easier and much less depressing. We skipped over the important topics such as hair, facial hair and level of fake tan - maybe we will cover them next week,

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The one after England but before South Africa - with plenty to discuss

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000

It's a bit of a long one but well worth it. We deep dive into the England v Wales game and the controversy surrounding it to begin with. We look for the good points and the areas we stuffed it up with our guest AP Cronje (rugby writer extraordinaire) who provides most of the positives!

Then we dive headlong into the peculiarities of the Springbok world cup squad selection and the expectations for the World Cup before finishing up with our predictions for the Wales game.

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The one after the first warm up game against England

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Our second season starts with Jamie on holiday but replaced seamlessly by Gav. There are a few transfers and appointments to get out of the way first before we delve into the first World Cup warm up game against England. We discuss players who impressed, who didn't and why. Were Wales on top form form or were England below par? Did Wales play their first firsts against England 2nds and what can we take from that match. Then we take a look into the coming weekends game, discuss the selections we would like to see and why.

You will need forgive me for my bit at the end and getting a touch political - the last couple of weeks has been crazy - Lee G

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The one about fixture clashes and 3 match bans

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Welsh rugby never fails to deliver something to talk about and this week was no different. From players being released from the Turkey training camp, an actual signing for the Ospreys and a discussion about why the WRU might be promoting a Gallagher Premiership game ahead of a URC game!

Throw in some theme tunes for Jamies newsdesk AND drink of the week and finish off with a chat about who would win in a fight between all 4 regions coaches and you have yourself a bit of a show.

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The one that is full of transfer news and fixtures for the new season

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000

We said goodbye to one of the original gang this week and welcomed on board their replacement. There is plenty of transfer information to be discussed including AWJ to Toulon and Cai Evans to Dragons as well as the Welsh U20's performance and the new season fixtures.

It turns out that there is a lot to be positive about in Welsh rugby at the moment but a lot to be nervous about as well.

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The one where we talk Dragons and Wales '20s

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 22:11:42 -0000

Just when we thought things were calming down and going quiet - the Dragons agree to the takeover of the club, the Scarlets sign a utility forward who marches straight into the Welsh squad, the Ospreys confirm the loss of a key player and Cardiff are still seeing if anyone turns up for work. On top of this we also discuss the rumours around the Cardiff and Ospreys merger, we ask if Y11 are being fair to Ospreys fans and we discuss the Wales U20's performances so far.

PS - Lee has been on holiday to Mexico as well - that might pop up once or twice!

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The Welsh Rugby 22/23 season review with our guest Steffan Thomas

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000

What a year it has been for Welsh Rugby - well for Welsh Rugby news reporters at least! Steff Thomas from Wales online joins us for a look at the season from a Wales point of view. The on field performances and the off field dramas, the good stuff (there was some) and the ugly stuff (there was plenty) all gets a good going over with the man at the centre of Welsh Rugby news. Steff gives an honest opinion of where we are and the way forward, where we have gone wrong and how we could correct it. It is a candid and honest discussion with someone who really knows his rugby.

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The one where we ask which league is better - URC or Premiership?

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 21:54:49 -0000

The best league in the world is ...... a question that fans love to discuss over a drink or two and we are no different . Depending on the criteria that you use, the URC is either a little bit ahead or quite a bit ahead - well that is our opinion anyway. We take a look at the stats and the details with out guest Huw Griffin in order to cut through the guff and get to the facts. We have only just started on this debate - feel free to join us on social media and tell us why you think the URC is better,

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The one where we reviewed the Scarlets season with Grav from RnR

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 23:05:49 -0000

Welsh Rugby continues with it's regular supply of news stories and Cardiff are determined to keep people talking about them! Somehow we managed to focus more on Drink of the week, the songs of Natasha Beddingfeild and who has the coldest ground than we did the Scarlets season. We did manage to discuss plenty enough of it, the frustrations and the fun bits, the cards and the close calls as well the rugby and who has the prettiest pitch.

Your offers for Jamies news desk music are also welcomed on social media.

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The review of the Dragons season

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 22:06:30 -0000

We are joined by Chris Kirwan to review the ups and downs of the Dragons season. Everything from Dean Ryans comments after the first game to the final try of Judgement day gets a going over. We couldn't skip over the news from the English Premiership and some of the other news coming out of Welsh rugby this week but we begin with our most adventurous 'Drink of the week' so far!

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The one where there was lots of stuff to talk about

Mon, 29 May 2023 22:28:02 -0000

Our planned review of the Scarlets season has been bumped to next week as a load of news stories popped up that demanded our attention.

We started with transfers - the real ones and the rumoured ones, then we moved on to the URC final before picking our way through the short list for the WRU Chair. Most importantly - drink of the week continues to surprise and educate us all - long may it continue!

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The one reviewing the womens season with Philippa Tuttiett

Mon, 22 May 2023 21:49:00 -0000

If you want to find out about Womens rugby in Wales, the best person to start with is Philippa Tuttiett, one of the most respected and liked pundits around. Philippa joined us to discuss how the game has progressed on and off the field over the last season, what we can expect from the future and what it was like to work with Eddie Butler.

We then discuss another quiet week in Welsh rugby, with two international retirements, a major sponsor suspending their involvement with the game, another Dragons player leaving and one possibly coming home.

Throw in a couple of made up rumours and you have got yourself an episode!

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The one where we review the Ospreys season

Wed, 17 May 2023 22:30:58 -0000

Together with this weeks guest @huwgriffenrugby we review the Ospreys season, game by game, the highs and lows and everything in between.

Huw's analysis is bang on the money and puts facts behind the stuff we think we know about the game.

Finally we introduce our summer feature where we search for or make up the most bizarre rugby rumour and see how far we can push it,

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Review of the season - Cardiff (including the Sharks game)

Wed, 10 May 2023 22:07:45 -0000

Now that the season has ended for all Welsh regions. it is time to review 2022/23, remember the good times and take learnings from the bad times. Putting aside the issues within the wider game in Wales, we focus on Cardiff's season from the egg incident through to Dai's suspension, the players and the games that impressed us and those that we can comfortable forget. Rhys returns to his favourite game of the season - the Sharks in Durban apparently other stuff happened after that game but most Cardiff fans didn't care, coz that was an awesome game!

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The one with a Wales training squad to discuss and Scarlets v Glasgow

Wed, 03 May 2023 22:52:11 -0000

Jamie still can't get over the pint of something that Carwyn bought him at Tiny Rebel - it may take some time!

We started with Scarlets v Glasgow and the non yellow card that might have changed the game - then we go through the various comings and goings in both playing and backroom teams this week before we discuss all the talking points from the Wales world cup training squad. We finish up with a brief chat about the Wales Women six nations performance which we will discuss in more detail in the coming weeks,

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The one after Judgement Day!

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 23:18:37 -0000

The next dictionary to be published should have an entry for 'Welsh rugby' where the definition should be 'the inability to go more than a few days without ballsing something up' - last week was very 'Welsh rugby'. We discuss the timing of the announcement Dai Young's suspension and the players response, the Welsh womens game against France and the improvements that have been made, Judgement day as an event, Dragons v Scarlets, Ospreys v Cardiff and finally we preview Scarlets v Glasgow - a very busy week!

We were joined this week by regular listener James Rees, who - as an Ospreys supporter - was delighted to be invited on this week!

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The one where we dream of a semi with our arse up our heads!

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 23:09:47 -0000

We were joined by Will from Squidge Rugby for a quick chat about the weekends games. We started with the most interesting 'drink of the week' in the brief history of the podcast before we journey through the weekends games. We begin with the Wales women game against England before picking the bones out of the regional games, desperately trying to find something positive to cling to.

We finish up with our predictions for Judgement Day and an invite to everyone to join us for our Facebook live broadcast prior to the game.

The title will make sense at the end - you can blame the drink of the week section!

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The one where half of us played in europe

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 08:50:33 -0000

A busy one this week as we discuss Scarlets European delight and Cardiff’s European disappointment. We round up the latest transfer news and rumours and preview a HUGE game at Cardiff Arms Park as Wales take on England. We also make our URC predictions.

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The one after the European knockout round

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 13:29:45 -0000

Jamie has spent the week at the 'Worlds best Budgie Smugglers' convention somewhere in Spain so we welcomed Harley Worthy to the pod as a temporary replacement. We began by discussing the new fathers hat trick of urine, puke and poop and conversation went downhill from there.

We discussed a forgettable Scarlets performance, a non existent Dragons performance, a fitting tribute of a Cardiff performance and a 'good enough to win but didn't' Ospreys performance!

The Dragons and Ospreys can now look forward to a week off, while the Scarlets and Cardiff earn their money in the quarter finals this weekend.

We also discussed our twitter interaction with a fellow podcaster and differing opinions on the womens game - that one may run for a while!

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The one after THAT vote and a decent weekend of rugby

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 08:56:06 -0000

We obviously had to start with a discussion about the EGM and the vote on Sunday but it was then nice to be talking about rugby again.

We started with the Wales v Ireland game in the Womens 6 Nations and then we moved on through the URC games and onto predictions.

There is a little bit of Twitter fun in there and an opportunity for someone to join us next week when Jamie is off in his budgie smugglers!

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BONUS pod - Womens 6 Nations preview, with Christy Haney

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Christy Haney, Leinster captain and Irish international takes us through her career, from her first training session right up to preparations for this years 6 Nations and what it is like to play rugby in Ireland right now.

Not only is she an inspiration to young girls taking up the sport for the first time but she also makes you want to watch the game, especially if you haven't watched the womens game before.

And - after many years of confusion, Christy explains 'How to remember which is tighthead and which is loosehead' for Lee!

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The one after the France game, with Simon Thomas

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:25:37 -0000

We review a more positive performance against France, despite the score line with Simon Thomas, one of the most respected rugby journalists in Wales. The expected hammering was kept at bay but it was still a heavy defeat, so we look at what Wales can take from that game and the championship as a whole.

We than take a gentle stroll through the politics of Welsh rugby, the EGM, the possible CVC television deal and our expectations for the World Cup.

We finish off with the final placings on our fantasy league and our predictions for this weeks URC games.

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The one after Italy but before France

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:59:50 -0000

We were joined by James Harrington (@Jamoesonrugby) to preview the France v Wales game but what we actually did was admire the French game against England. We desperately hunted for opportunities for Wales, possible flaws in the French game and weaknesses - it got desperate!

James has a ton of knowledge about the French game and is well worth a follow and listening to.

Drink of the week was a bit bizarre and we moved swiftly on to the Italy game, which provided some interesting talking points and stats.

We finished with our predictions for the French game and Jamie questioning what medication Carwyn was taking - we shall find out who was right on Saturday.

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The one where everyone came close (apart from Cardiff), head injuries and the Ealing rumours

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:45:42 -0000

A packed show this week starts with the positive news about the womens game - is the WRU actually starting to get its act together?

We review the weekends performances in the URC - there were some close games and some encouraging performances but not enough to get anyone over the line.

Off the back of the Ospreys game, we discuss head injuries and how Morgan Morris was treated on the weekend - this wont be the last time we discuss it.

Then we touch on the Ospreys/Ealing merger and the need for honesty from Y11.

We finish up with our expectations and predictions for the Italy game - see our Bonus pod for a more detailed discussion.

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BONUS POD - Italy v Wales preview

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 21:40:56 -0000

We were joined by Marcello Cossali-Francis who is not only an excellent sports editor but also has a keen interest in Italian and Welsh rugby. With the battle of the basement looming, the Italian team are feeling positive and confident while the Welsh camp couldn't be further from that. Marcello talks us through how this has been building over the last few years, who to watch out for, why and who they fear on the Welsh side.

The longer we went on, the less confident we were of a Welsh victory on Saturday and the more we spoke about 'the performance'.

We ended with a chat about the demise of the Worcester Warriors and what Welsh Rugby can learn from it.

It was a pleasure talking to Marcello and you can follow him on Twitter @mcossalfrancis.

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The one after the England game with Jason Tovey

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:53:46 -0000

Our guest was Dragons, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Ynysddu legend Jason Tovey. We started by discussing the Wales game before moving on to the perpetual helter skelter slide of excrement that we call Welsh rugby, contracts, reality, the effect on players and expectations for the future. We then make our predictions for this weekends URC before looking forward to the big one Ynuysddu V Talywain in East D2. It was a busy show with lots to cram in - enjoy.

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The one with Squidge Rugby, a 50/50 weekend and the England game

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:26:07 -0000

Squidge rugby joined us for a chat about all things rugby, good and bad - but mainly bad, the state of Welsh rugby and Austin Healey.

In one of our most interesting podcasts yet, we discuss the problems within Welsh rugby, the games from last weekend, how poor the Ospreys were and why, the rumours of mergers, the prospect of compass regions, how to play Toby Booth bingo, the most positive man in Welsh rugby, how to analyse the off feils goings on at the WRU and who should be playing at 10 for England - plus a load of other stuff. Enjoy this one - we did.

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BONUS POD - with Huw Jones discussing the off field issues in Welsh Rugby

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:41:17 -0000

What a week it has been in Welsh rugby - the threat of player strikes, walkouts from sponsor dinners and a constant flow of news stories about players in a predicament! Lee and Jamie discuss all the key issues, the causes, the culture and the way forward for Welsh rugby with Huw Jones from the CF10 trust. Huw is one of those men who has been involved at the highest levels of Welsh sport and knows all there is to know about Welsh Rugby.

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The one after the Scotland game with Jonny from the Scottish Rugby Pod

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:04:19 -0000

We were joined by Jonny McGinty from the Scottish Rugby Podcast to discuss all things rugby from last weekends six nations games but somehow we ended up discussing the best live music venues in Cardiff and how to draw a penis in your latte!

We did manage to go through the weekends action, paying particular attention to the Scotland v Wales game and we made our predictions for round 14 of the URC. All the usual stuff is in there - enjoy!

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The one after the Ireland game with Girvan Dempsey

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:53:33 -0000

We get the thoughts on the Wales v Ireland game from Irish rugby legend Girvan Dempsey as we talk through all of key talking points from Saturdays game and we delve into the future with his thoughts on the rest of the tournament.

Then (after drink of the week) we talk through the Irish game and where we need to improve against Scotland before selecting our team for that game and talking through other interesting bits!

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BONUS POD - The one with Simon Muderack

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 10:04:52 -0000

We spoke to Simon Muderack, Executive Chair of the Scarlets about all things rugby. We discussed the turbulent week that Welsh rugby has experienced, some of the reasons behind it and what type of person needs to come in to that position now. It is refreshing to have people at the top of the game in Wales having open and honest conversations with fans and Simon is very much a part of that.

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The one with a 50/50 weekend and a Wales side selection

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:15:57 -0000

We discuss all the games from the weekend and the turnaround in fortunes at the Scarlets and Cardiff. With no URC games to predict this weekend, we turn our attention to selecting our Welsh team to face Ireland and we face a difficult score prediction section!

We also let you know about some of the more light hearted things that we will be running on social media over the #6Nations period.

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The one with David Buttress

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 10:07:13 -0000

We welcomed David Buttress, Chairman of the Dragons to this weeks pod where we discussed the state of the game in Wales, finances, the WRU and the future of the game in Wales. David gives an open and honest account of where the game is today and what he would like changed.

Then we move on to the usual stuff with possibly the strangest beer to ever make drink of the week - and a moment of history when we come to predictions!

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Bonus pod - The Wales squad!

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 09:24:52 -0000

A quick bonus pod to talk through the Wales squad announcement, including Ken as Captain, the type of game we can expect from this squad, the interesting inclusions and what it means for those left out.

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The one where everyone wins - not often you can say that

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 10:26:21 -0000

In a rare episode - we have victories for all four regions to discuss! Plenty of positives to be taken from each game so maybe - just maybe, Welsh rugby is starting to turn corner?

All the normal stuff is also in there including our predictions for the week ahead.

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The one with our #6Nations selections and a Scarlets win

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 10:17:21 -0000

We talk through the weekends actions, starting with the Dragons and Bulls, moving on to Cardiff v Scarlets and finishing with Ospreys v Leinster. Plenty to discuss and a few beers to get the chat going!

As always we make our predictions for this weeks games and we finish off with our Wales squad predictions for the upcoming six nations.

Your comments and feedback are welcome as always.

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The one with two new year derbies and some off field stuff

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 22:32:06 -0000

We have a very civilised conversation about rugby matters, including the Cardiff v Ospreys game and the Scarlets v Dragons game, Thankfully we could talk mainly about the rugby!

We also discuss the Dean Ryan announcement and Iuean Evans new year message.

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The one where Lee has a rant

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 12:28:25 -0000

The boxing day derbies were over shadowed by referee's - so is this weeks pod.

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The one where everyone wins (apart from the Dragons)>

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:50:22 -0000

We talk through a cracking weekend of European rugby and the joy of watching Welsh regions performing well, unless of course you are a Dragon - in which case, Jamie has another classic rant for you.

We also take a look ahead at the Christmas derbies and hope that the standard of performance remains high.

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The one with Luke Upton and European rugby

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:19:37 -0000

Our guest this week is renowned author Luke Upton who joins us for drink of the week and a chat about his book 'Rugby's greatest mavericks' which is a cracking read. Luke talks us through researching the book and some of the amazing people he spoke plus a couple of others that he couldn't and a few that wouldn't. Keep an eye out on our socials for a competition to win a copy of the book as well.

We also discuss a bit of rugby and rugby related stuff.

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The one with lots going on!

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 23:40:40 -0000

Rugby in South Africa, predictions for europe, Pivac, Gatland, Garcia, De Niro, Regions agreement with WRU and other stuff.

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The one with Rupert Moon and THAT celebration

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 23:50:05 -0000

The one and only Rupert Moon joined us to chat through the Wales Australia game and the difficulties that Wales now face.

Rupert gave us his advice on how ordinary fans can affect change within the WRU and just how difficult that is to do.

Most importantly, we talk through the Llanelli v Australia game in November 92 and where THAT celebration came from.

We all agreed that Rupert is a bloody nice bloke - we need more people like him in the game.

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The one where Rhys mentioned the Cardiff win a couple of times.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 23:36:49 -0000

We begin with a chat about Doddie Weir, a great man that will be sorely missed.

Then, Rhys wanted to talk about the Cardiff and Sharks game - regardless of what everyone else was talking about, so we humoured him for a while - but he kept going on! To be fair, we were all quite complimentary about each others performances from last weekend - it all felt a little unusual!

We discussed all the Welsh regional games from the first weekend in South Africa and made our predictions for next week - and we spiced up our 'Drink of the week' feature - Rhys is bricking it already!

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The one with Mark Ring and the fall out from the Georgia game

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:55:04 -0000

This weeks guest is a creative legend from the 80s and 90s, Mark Ring.

We talk through the Georgia game and the fall out from that one, plus Mark gives us his thoughts on how to begin to solve the problems in our game and he offers his predictions for the Australia game.

If you are a coach or a parent of young players, you will want to hear what Mark has to say about developing creativity and skills in young players.

Then your usual crew, minus Babysham boy, get stuck in to the Georgia game and everything around it, finishing with their predictions for the Australia game.

You will be pleased to know that the lucky pants have been washed and their replacement has been revealed.

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The one with Mike Ruddock - and a Jamie rant

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:33:33 -0000

Possibly the nicest rugby bloke you could talk to - Mike Rudduck gives us his thoughts on the Argentina game and his expectations for the Georgia game, we ramble through his thoughts on the game today, the future, the effect of Welsh fans and his thoughts on the state of the game today.

If you listen carefully, you will discover how two men jumping naked into a duck pond is connected to an awkward incident at a funeral.

Plus we do the other stuff as you would expect.

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Wales v New Zealand - so much to discuss

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:31:16 -0000

As well as all the important bits such as a decent front row, picking players on form, older players who need to retire and the back row balance, we also tackle key issues such as 'drink of the week', how to keep your dog quiet, wearing your lucky pants and why Carwyn missed the recording!

Your comments and questions are always welcome.

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Why do Dragons supporters feel nervous when they win? And our drinking game for the Autumn series

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:51:09 -0000

The less said about the performance of Welsh teams in the URC last weekend the better - apart from Jamie who could have done the whole show on his own about the Dragons!

TMO's and ref's get a going over - the worst part of the URC this season.

We preview the #WalvNZL game for this weekend and introduce our first drinking game.

Finally, we do a serious bit about the WRU election of an independent chair and why it is important.

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The one where we talk about some great rugby being played again!

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:04:06 -0000

We discuss all the important rugby related stuff from last weekend including the Scarlets against Connacht, Cardiff v The Stormers and Dragons v Ospreys.

We also discuss the choice of Tipuric as captain of the Wales team and the implications for team selection.

Finally and most importantly, we pull together our Ginger XV after Bradley Roberts got called up to the national squad.

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The one when the Wales squad got announced

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 08:40:15 -0000

As always we discuss last weeks Welsh Regions performances - two wins, a draw and a second place to go through.

We also venture off into what the game means to people, Welsh weather, connecting with supporters and then we head down the rabbit hole that is the Welsh squad for the autumn internationals.

Enjoy listening coz we really enjoyed recording this one - then tell your mates!

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S1 Ep5 - The one where Jamie lets go with both barrels

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:23:02 -0000

We aim to discuss the games of all four Welsh Regions but sometimes we get stuck in one place and we drift around it a little! This week we discussed - Scarlets v Cardiff, where do both teams go now and is it as bad as some people are saying;

Ospreys v Ulster and then we had a chat about club v country;

We have a little run through of some of our selections for the Autumn Internationals and then we try to discuss the Dragons Benetton game;

We have a crack at predictions and then Jamie starts talking about the Boxing Day game of 2014!

Join us again next week for more of the same.

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Week 3 of th URC - Dragons only speak when they are winning!

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:23:48 -0000

Your family of hosts is now complete, Lee, Carwyn, Rhys and now Jamie from the Dragons!

We can't promise that everyone will be here every week - or even that everyone will have a strong enough broadband connection to stay for every episode but it is great to finally have everyone here.

We show the usual levels of disrespect for each others teams and their performances last weekend, plus we have a little chat about referee's in the URC and how good we feel the WRU are at running the game in Wales.

And - if you are wondering what we had to edit out that last bit - we really can't tell you!

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URC week 2 - it was all going so well and then we kicked off!

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:41:57 -0000

Lee and Rhys discuss Carwyn's inability to cope with a bit of a cold,

the Dragons win and the supporters reactions

Cardiff's performance and the ref

the Ospreys desire to shoot their feet

the Scarlets lack of defence and the ref!

And we touch on the sensitive subject of the Gallagher Premiership

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URC Week 1 - BANG!

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:29:50 -0000

A belting first week of the URC - we discuss all the interesting bits including Dean Ryans comments, Cardiffs revival and the West Wales derby.

Plus we start the Flag Challenge but can find anyone from the Dragons to do anything?

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Week 1 preview - is mainly Scarlets v Ospreys

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 09:29:14 -0000

We pay tribute to Eddie Butler - discuss the WRU's handling of last weekends fixtures - and we preview the URC week 1 fixtures for week 1 - and we manage to squeeze in our end of season league predictions.

Plus, we introduce a way for you to get involved with future podcasts.

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Pre-season 2022

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:44:50 -0000

We take a look at the off season activities of the Welsh regions and what we expect to happen in the coming season - including our predictions for end of season finishing places.

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