Wherein I manage to pull off our first-ever Live Stream, which can be found on our YouTube Channel! Also, I’m pretty sure I fulfilled my obligation to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well. The article about the All Blacks' injury woes was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/all-blacks-forced-to-call-up-prop-after-latest-major-injury-blow/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down to chat with the incredible Martin Pengelly, to discuss his great book, "Brotherhood: When West Point Rugby Went to War," and much more! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! Martin's book can be purchased here, along with many other places: https://www.amazon.com/Brotherhood-When-West-Point-Rugby/dp/1567927114 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I again chat with regular guests, Patricia, Will, and Craig, to chat all manner of silliness generally connected to the world of rugby! I also fulfill my obligation to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I again chat with the incomparable Rachel Law to review the recently concluded Women's Six Nations, chat WXV, the future of the game, and more! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go through the end of Six Nations, the excitement of the semi’s in European action, the Culture Round in Super Rugby Pacific, and of course, the good ol’ MLR. I probably inject some general silliness, as well. Contents: Current Updates News Thoughts of the Week Reviews Women’s Six Nations Champions Cup Challenge Cup Super Rugby Pacific MLR Diamond in the Ruck Updates and Previews The article about Worcester Warriors was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/worcester-warriors-buyers-handed-takeover-ultimatum/ The article about Rugby Australia was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/rugby-australia-announce-profit-after-wild-ride/ Info about the Pilou-Pilou was here: https://www.france24.com/en/20091030-pilou-pilou-frances-very-own-haka If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sort through another mad weekend of rugby, and inject some silliness along the way. Contents: Current Updates News Thoughts of the Week Reviews Women’s Six Nations URC Premiership Top 14 Super Rugby Pacific MLR Diamond in the Ruck Updates and Previews The article about Stuart McInally was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65326045 The article about Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/apr/20/roger-tuivasa-sheck-to-make-nrl-return-after-three-years-in-rugby-union If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I attempt to cover like a million competitions, but mostly have eyes for the URC. I also, hopefully, inject a bit of silliness along the way. The article about so-called Orange Cards was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/apr/12/orange-cards-being-considered-for-rugby-world-cup-after-trial If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I am thrilled to welcome back my dear friend and record-holding guest, Phil Harris from the Jack's Rangers Show, to discuss all things MLR and our beloved Free Jacks! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I really get into it with Europe, enjoy another home win for my Free Jacks, and generally inject a modicum of silliness into the world of rugby. The article about the impact of the Luther Burrell investigation was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/apr/05/maro-itoje-hopeful-english-rugby-racism-investigation-can-change-game-for-better The article about New Zealand’s investment in the women’s game was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/a-game-for-all-nzr-launch-10-year-plan-to-grow-womens-rugby/ All the stuff about this round of Super Rugby was here: https://www.planetrugby.com/news/super-rugby-pacific-preview-richie-mounga-set-to-shine-in-milestone-match-for-crusaders-and-wallaby-scrum-half-showdown-in-brisbane If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I am thrilled to get back to all the action in the EPCR, disappointed at a loss for my beloved Free Jacks, and thrilled by another round down in Super Rugby Pacific. I also manage to inject a healthy amount of silliness, as usual! The article about Louis Lynagh was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/harlequins-the-louis-lynagh-return-and-evans-with-england-latest/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I cover another massive weekend of some incredible rugby, celebrate another home win for my Free Jacks, and I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. The article about “Razor” was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65023372 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down with two of the Free Jacks' new players this year, Andrew Quattrin and Cole Keith. We chat all kinds of stuff before getting to a lovely Speed Round, and it was a ton of fun, I hope you enjoy it. I had some audio issues and had to use an alternative mic, so the sound quality isn't up to snuff, apologies for that! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I wrap up this year’s Six Nations, look at all the action in Super Rugby both Pacific and Aupiki, marvel at another beautiful win for my Free Jacks over our fiercest rivals, and you guessed it, I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. Six Nations: 5:28 Super Rugby Pacific: 17:06 Super Rugby Aupiki: 25:10 Major League Rugby: 27:00 The article about England Rugby was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/mar/12/english-rugby-needs-saving-from-its-bloated-self-after-france-horror-show If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I get really excited for some fantastic tests, get surprised by the shootout that is the Currie Cup, and get annoyed by the tests I wasn’t able to watch. Also, I’m pretty sure I fulfilled my obligation to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well. The article about Ellie Boatman was here: Paris 2024: GB rugby sevens Ellie Boatman on eating disorders, body positivity and going for gold - BBC Sport The article about Desiree Miller was here: Wallaroos winger reflects on ‘unbelievable’ record-equalling 4 try haul The review of the AUS v NZ fixture was here: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/article/2024/jul/14/australia-wallaroos-vs-new-zealand-black-ferns-womens-rugby-union-international-test-match-report-scores-result If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I chat what could have been my all-time favorite weekend of Six Nations, catch up on Super Rugby, the final round of Super Rugby Aupiki, and finally get back to Fort Quincy to witness the return of my beloved Free Jacks. I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. Show Contents: Six Nations: 4:41 Super Rugby Pacific: 12:28 Super Rugby Aupiki: 17:45 Gallagher Premiership: 19:15 Major League Rugby: 23:49 The article about Gregor and Hoggie was here: https://www.planetrugby.com/news/stuart-hogg-scotland-head-coach-gregor-townsend-lauds-full-back-ahead-of-100th-cap-and-predicts-sparkling-performance-against-ireland If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I finally nail down a (potential) new format to deal with the stupid amount of rugby on offer at the moment, completely avoid complaining about Blow Rugby for a change, and stare, agape, at Charles Piutau’s immovable hair. I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. The article about the Pacific Four Series was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/where-the-world-champion-black-ferns-will-play-in-2023/ The article about the “rugby-style” QB Sneak was here: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/eagles-qb-sneak-push-nfl-rule-change/g9demdinbzutq1xzxbx5z3ry If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go over a positively goofy amount of rugby, complain about Flo, but pledge to do less of that, forget to toss in a Danny-Care-Is-Old joke, sadly, but still manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. This is PART TWO of a TWO PART EPISODE, covering Super Rugby Pacific, Super Rugby Aupiki, the URC, and the MLR. The article about the ongoing issues in Wales was here: https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413 The piece about Super Rugby Aupiki was here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go over a positively goofy amount of rugby, complain about Flo, but pledge to do less of that, forget to toss in a Danny-Care-Is-Old joke, sadly, but still manage to inject some silliness, as per usual. This is PART ONE of a TWO PART EPISODE, covering Six Nations Round 3, Gallagher Premiership Round 18, and Top 14 Round 19. The article about the ongoing issues in Wales was here: https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413 The piece about Super Rugby Aupiki was here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I manage to cover a stupid amount of rugby, yet again, and manage to inject some silliness, as well. The article about rugby and motherhood was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64655045 The article about Eddie Jones and the “forgotten Wallabies” was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/how-eddie-jones-return-opens-up-opportunities-for-forgotten-wallabies/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down with Chris Lind, AKA "Bozo 6," to talk rounds 1 and 2 of Six Nations. We talk about Chris' own experience getting into rugby, his transition from the gridiron code to Rugby Union, make predictions about rounds 3-5 of Six Nations, and more! Can we resist throwing in some Free Jacks chat? No, of course we cannot. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down with Assistant Coach Mike Rogers, then Free Jacks 'First Five' Jayson Potroz to talk the new MLR season, the state of the Free Jacks and Rugby in America, the NPC, being a dad, and so much more! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go on and on about some great performances in Round Two of the Six Nations, cry into my beer at the state of Welsh Rugby, quickly check in on the Rugby Europe Championship, and manage to inject some silliness, as usual. The article about Simon Middleton was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64543628 The article about Steve Diamond and the Worcester Warriors drama was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/furious-steve-diamond-brands-atlas-plan-as-clutching-at-straws-worcester/ The item about Sergio Parisse’s retirement announcement was here: https://www.planetrugby.com/news/expert-witness-sergio-parisse-on-his-retirement-call-italys-new-dna-and-the-six-nations If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I spend most of our time yacking about the 2023 Six Nations, and get into some URC, some Top 14, and at least allude to the new Rugby Europe Championship. I also skipped the U20’s stuff, but if I missed anything, you can always drop me a line! The article about the Rugby Europe Championship was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-rugby-europe-championship-deserves-your-attention/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down for a lovely chat with one of our fantastic new recruits, Mr. Mitch Jacobson. Mitch denies his name carries weight in New Zealand, but what else would we expect from a Kiwi? If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down for a chat with lightning fast winger and all-around great guy, Toby Fricker, currently of my beloved Free Jacks! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I discuss all the goings-on from rounds 16, 16, and 13 in the Top 14, Prem, and URC, respectively, and insert several bits of silliness, as well. The article about Bernard LaPorte was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64391140 All the info about the HSCBC Sevens can be found here: https://www.world.rugby/sevens-series/?lang=en The very interesting history of Sebastian Cancelliere’s former club is here, I highly recommend reading it! It all started with a theatre company… https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hind%C3%BA_Club If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I again sit down with the incredible TK, truly a man among men, and chat all things Free Jacks for the upcoming season. So much insight, and so many great quotes!  If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go through all the European action and insert several bits of silliness, as well. The article about tackle height was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64333462 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I get into the real fan ish for our beloved Free Jacks, featuring the one and only Phil Harris! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go through all the European action and insert several bits of silliness, as well. The article about Louis Rees-Zammit was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/gloucester-give-rough-guide-update-on-louis-rees-zammit-injury-wales/ The piece about the coaching clashes in League One was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/blueprints-of-four-rugby-masterminds-on-show-in-mouth-watering-league-one-clashes/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I get back to talking all things Six Nations and Scottish Rugby. A surprising amount of laughs ensue, I highly recommend it. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I review some amazing weekend action, enjoy two full days of an open bar, and complain ever-so-slightly about Blow Rugby! The article about Steve Hansen’s thoughts was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/steve-hansen-the-best-player-i-ever-coached-and-the-secret-he-kept-from-me/ The article about RG Snyman was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/long-awaited-rg-snyman-comeback-has-encountered-yet-another-delay-munster/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I flip out about all the latest action, complain about some goofy crap, and toss in a hefty dollop of silliness, just for taste. The article about coaching speculation was here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/130611110/who-will-be-coaching-the-all-blacks-australia-and-scotland-in-2024 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I get WAY too excited about the holiday weekend, with a hefty dollop of silliness thrown in, as well. The article about Finn Russell’s move to Bath was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64043070 The article about the so-called “shot clock” was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64069729 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go on and on about Round Two of the Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup, and even allude to the final in the Rugby Europe Super Cup! The article about contracts in Wales was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/63973335 The article featuring Todd Clever was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/usa-legend-todd-clever-we-got-out-passioned-and-that-was-really-hard-to-see/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I am excited to get to watch some Currie Cup, but annoyed that BlowRugby botched their replays. Again. Also, I’m pretty sure I fulfilled my obligation to insert a heaping dollop of silliness, as well. The article about the U20’s was here: Four talking points after World Rugby U20 Championship match day two The article about the USA Eagles was here: USA vs. Romania Rugby Preview: Will 2024 Be A Step Forward for US? - FloRugby If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I am extremely happy to go through all the European action in the first round, while being at least as disappointed with the pathetic coverage afforded to fans like myself. The article about Levi Davis was here: https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-63908365 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I look at all the action headed into the first week of the European competitions. Well, not all the action, as I didn’t have time to delve into the Dubai Sevens, and I’ve intentionally ignored the Rugby Europe Super Cup, since their reps agreed to come on the show to discuss it, only to completely ghost me. Thanks, guys! The article about the so-called “shot clock” was here: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/63782112 The article about names on jerseys was here: https://www.planetrugby.com/news/opinion-names-on-rugby-jerseys-are-inclusive-and-should-be-adopted-more-widely If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I chat with friend of the pod Jonny McGinty to look ahead to the upcoming European Cups. Well, the Heineken Cup, plus Glasgow just a tad, really. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go over the potentially earth-shaking results of the final men’s internationals for the Autumn, welcome back the Top 14, the Prem, and the URC, including an historic win for a Welsh region. Frankly, none of it seems that important in light of the news of Doddie Weir’s passing. If you are able, please support his legacy by contributing to his Foundation. The link for the “Longest Night” charity ride is here: https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/events/the-longest-night The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation’s main site is here: https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/ One of the great tributes can be found here: https://twitter.com/btsportrugby/status/1596869483209134083 The article about Ronan O’Gara was here: https://www.independent.ie/sport/rugby/ronan-ogara-receives-10-week-ban-and-15000-fine-from-french-authorities-for-remarks-to-a-match-official-42168331.html If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I go through all the Autumn Internationals from the weekend, and spend a little more time looking at the history of these clashes. I also try not to talk too much about the failures of my USA Eagles, but it was inevitable. The article about Andy Friend was here: https://www.irishtimes.com/sport/rugby/2022/11/14/andy-friend-to-leave-connacht-at-the-end-of-the-season/ All the info about the World Rugby Awards can be found here: https://www.world.rugby/news/777767/awards-winners-release Squidge’s analysis on how Georgia are evolving was here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qVd3eqzB4M If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down once again with the one and only Rachel Law. We talk all things from the final weekend of the 2021 RWC, and so much more! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I hint at the 2021 RWC, go on quite a bit about the Autumn Nations Series, fill in the blanks with the Prem and the Top 14, and add lots of silliness and random observations along the way. The article about Hollie Davidson was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/davidson-to-referee-world-cup-final-after-her-remarkable-year/ The article where Richie Mounga talks about Finn Russell was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/richie-mounga-names-recalled-finn-russell-my-favourite-10-in-the-world/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I chat with the lovely Stuart Thom, now of the Royal Belfast Golf Club, about Doddie Weir, Motor Neuron Disease, and his work raising money for the "My Name'5 Doddie Foundation." The Foundation's main site is here: https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/ If you want to get involved, there are some ideas here: https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/fundraising-support The upcoming cycling event has details here: https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/events/the-longest-night If you are able to help out in any way, please do! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down once again with the wizard herself, Rachel Law. We talk all things Semi-Finals for the 2021 RWC, and so much more! If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I hint at the 2021 RWC, go on quite a bit about the Autumn Nations Series, fill in the blanks with the Prem and the Top 14, and add lots of silliness and random observations along the way. The article about Hoggie was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/my-hair-my-teeth-my-fing-choice-with-what-i-do/ The article about Finn was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/finn-is-back-in-after-controversial-omission/ If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down with the one and only Robbie Nock to look back at an amazing season in the Top 14. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the fantastic show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I have yet another fantastic chat with the incredible Rachel Law! We catch up on our predictions from last week, go through all the Quarter-Finals action, and put in our predictions for this weekend's Semi-Finals! My apologies for the audio quality on my end, we had a small mic malfunction and had to call an audible, no pun intended. If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I cover all the latest action, and crunch a few numbers in the Top 14. I only touch on the RWC a teeny bit, because the fabulous Rachel Law will be back again this week to go over all things quarter finals. The article about Cam Redpath was here: https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-quiet-weird-redpath-reaction-to-his-scotland-unavailability/ The article about La Rochelle was here: https://www.balls.ie/rugby/ronan-ogara-admits-defeat-to-pau-was-rock-bottom-for-la-rochelle-530617 If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wherein I sit down once again with friends of the pod, John and Craig from the Scottish Rugby Podcast. We talk the state of the URC and what its future holds, Glasgow and Edinburgh’s seasons thus far, and a ton of other random stuff! Their lovely pod can be found here in “clean” form: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scottish-rugby-podcast/id1195370479 But I highly recommend the full, “sweary” version, found here: https://www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! Thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth Thanks, cheers and be well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices