CaolánSRugby Podcast

After some brief speculation, it was confirmed today that Dan McFarland has resigned as Ulster head coach mid-season after 6 seasons at the province. Their longest running top man steps aside in a fashion we are not all that familiar with here in Ireland.

Ulster fans Jack and Adam joined me to discuss the news.

Enjoy!

Guests:

Jack Fogarty - https://twitter.com/FogartyJack

Adam Latham - https://twitter.com/lathamadam19

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Munster fans are familiar with a Kiwi who takes their heart, and Alex Nankivell is no different. Having joined the province this season, he is already emerging as a fan favourite.

In this special joint-podcast with the Red Army; myself and Patricia speak to Alex about life in Ireland, his time in red to date, Super Rugby and victory over the Crusaders!

Enjoy!

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Two rounds, 2 wins for Ireland, what more can you ask for?

It might be a dream start for the senior and u20 men's sides; but most of the talking points were elswhere this weekend where there was more drama than actual rugby.

Jeff and Iestyn join me to recap all of the action!

Guests:

Jeff Neville - https://twitter.com/TheLooseH & Provincial State of Mind Podcast

Iestyn Thomas - https://twitter.com/Iestyn_thomas21 & Ospreys Eyrie Podcast

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This particular Six Nations battle fails to whet the appetite, but promises to bring its own layer of excitement.

With Ireland chasing a slam and Italy off to a fast start under Quesada, then these two rotated outfits will both be high on confidence heading into Sunday's tussle.

BHH, Jack and Mike join me to preview this showdown!

Guests:

BallHandling Hooker - https://twitter.com/BHHooker 

Jack Fogarty - https://twitter.com/FogartyJack

Mike Petretta - https://twitter.com/Italian_Rugby

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Well... that was the dream start wasn't it?

As Ireland banished autumnal Parisian nightmares aside, Scotland and England limped barefoot over the line in a weekend that certified that the Six Nations we all know and love, is back!

Patricia and Ben join me to recap the first round action!

Guests:

Patricia Vieira - https://twitter.com/_PatriciaV_

Ben Nurse - https://twitter.com/BenNurse8

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The teams have been named and the battle lines have been drawn as we prepare for another raucous encounter in this epic sporting rivalry.

Ireland and France are neck and neck for quality and so often give us a game for the ages; so will this Marseille showdown repeat the plotline?

Sam, Huw and Ian join me to preview this potential Grand Slam decider!

Guests:

Sam Iredale - https://twitter.com/sami_sp

Huw Griffin - https://twitter.com/HuwGriffinRugby

Ian Frizell - https://twitter.com/rava_ian

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If you've followed rugby's rise in Ireland this century, then Ryle Nugent will have been your most common companion.

In this Six Nations themed episode, the legendary broadcaster joins me to talk memorable games involving Munster and Ireland, what sports broadcasting is really like, nerves, teamwork and so much more.

Enjoy!

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The 2024 Guinness Men's Six Nations Championship is right around the corner, and promises to be another truly spectacular occasion.

Ireland and France will be keen to set the record straight after some Autumnal disappointment, while Scotland would like to build on an impressive 2023 tournament.

England and Wales have made wholesale changes but will be buoyed by their World Cup campaigns, while Italy are under new stewardship but could cause an upset or two.

We break down each team individually and fairly. Enjoy!

Guests:

Illtud Dafydd - https://twitter.com/IlltudDafydd - AFP Journalist

Gavan Casey - https://twitter.com/GavanCasey - The42.ie Journalist

Cian O'Muilleoir - https://twitter.com/RugbyKino

Harley Worthy - https://twitter.com/WorthyHarley

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Former Munster centre Alex McHenry knows all about rugby's financial woes, after finding himself unemployed mid-season after the Jersey Reds went into liquidation.

In this episode, he sits down to tell us all about the tumultuous final weeks in Jersey, his stint at Wasps, his grá for Munster and much much more.

Enjoy!

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It was a frustrating and wet January for the provinces who can still win silverware, but have not impressed.

Chrissy, Sam and Peter joined me tonight to look back on the pool stage action.

Enjoy!

Guests:

Sam Iredale - https://twitter.com/sami_sp

Chrissy Hawkins 

Peter Lockhart - https://twitter.com/dplockhart

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