Scottish journalist and commentator Jamie Lyall joins Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella to take a deep dive into the challenge Ireland face on Sunday.

The lads discuss Finn Russell's form and his relationship with Scotland boss Gregor Townsend, whose future remains unclear.

Eoin and Jamie also outline the dangers that the Scottish attack poses this weekend.There's chat about the doubts surrounding the Scots' mentality, while the panel highlight several other key players in Townsend's side.

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Gav, Berch, and Murray tee up another huge week for Ireland as they get set to visit Scotland in the Six Nations. How big a threat are Finn Russell and co.?

The lads discuss the other two fascinating Six Nations games ahead, as well as giving their views on Ardie Savea's throat-slitting gesture during last weekend's Super Rugby action.

Berch speaks about Tom Tierney's funeral and how Munster managed a difficult week, while there is also chat about the other three provinces' URC wins.

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Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to discuss how Ireland will review their win over Italy, with a big focus on the details of the Irish defence.

The lads also chat about Andy Farrell's much-boosted selection options for the Scotland game.

With the NZR confirming they'll name the next All Blacks coach before this year's World Cup, Eoin analyses whether it's Scott Robertson's job or whether there might be a surprise.

Murray and Eoin also touch on Marcus Smith being left out of England's training camp, Owen Farrell's place-kicking, and an injury for Italy star Ange Capuozzo, while they finish the pod with a wrap of the opening round of Super Rugby.

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Murray Kinsella, Bernard Jackman and Gavan Casey pour over a job pretty well done by Ireland in Rome in the circumstances.

The lads discuss Ross Byrne's performance at 10, the makeshift midfield and who should start at 13 in the event that Garry Ringrose becomes unavailable again, and the importance of James Lowe to Ireland's attack.

Berch also makes a bold call on Scotland's attack, and Murray explains why he was impressed by England in a game that virtually nobody else in the world enjoyed.

Plus, the Ireland U20s remain on course for a Grand Slam, while Ulster made a bit of a statement with a fine victory over the Sharks in South Africa.

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Ciarán Kennedy gets Murray Kinsella's live reaction from Rome as Ireland secure another bonus-point win to keep the Grand Slam dream alive.

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Eoin Toolan joins Gavan Casey for a bumper chat as Ireland prepare for their trip to Rome, Connacht and Leicester Tigers make their head coaching appointments, and the southern hemisphere gears up for Super Rugby season with renewed enthusiasm.

Eoin gives his insights into the movers and shakers in OZ -- where Taniela Tupou has left the Reds for Toolan's old club, the Rebels -- and tells us which young players to keep an eye out for this season.Also, his old pal Dan McKellar has been appointed head coach at Leicester: Eoin tells us what Tigers should expect from the ex-Brumbies man.

Closer to home, Connacht have named Pete Wilkins as their 'new' head coach, and the lads assess fans' somewhat underwhelmed reaction to the appointment. Eoin also explains why he believes Wilkins' hiring is a step clear of one of Irish rugby's biggest failings: establishing pathways for coaches within the Irish game.

The lads also discuss Italy-Ireland, the 'storm in a teacup' that is Scott Penny's call-up to Andy Farrell's squad, and France-Scotland as well as the ongoing Welsh rugby dispute.

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Gavan Casey is joined by Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella to take a deep dive into the chaos in Welsh rugby.

Berch gives detailed insight into the state of play and what needs to happen to sort this mess out.

Murray and Bernard pick the players they'd like to see come in for Ireland against Italy, and the lads also discuss a member's interesting question about a hypothetical all-Leinster Irish team.

There's also room for a chat about the worrying sounds coming out of Connacht right now, as well as Ulster's latest defeat.

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Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to discuss the latest Super Rugby law tweaks - yellow card upgrades, reducing TMO interactions, and an interesting one around the scrum.

The lads dig into Ireland's performance against France last weekend in the Six Nations, with Eoin outlining the tactical approach that impressed him so much.

There's also discussion of the French frustrations after defeat in Dublin.

Eoin gives his verdict on England, Wales, Scotland, and Italy, as well as answering an intriguing question about the Englishmen coaching in Ireland.

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Bernard Jackman and Ciarán Kennedy join Murray Kinsella to dive deep into Ireland's brilliant performance in an incredible Six Nations win over France.

The lads discuss how Ireland limited the French threat and their four excellent tries.

There's discussion of Caelan Doris' dominant performance and the more unsung contributions from players in green.After Scotland's second win, we ask if they are the real deal.

There's also chat about England getting off the mark under Steve Borthwick against Italy, as well as the latest thrilling Ireland U20s win.

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Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey live from the Aviva Stadium in the aftermath of Ireland's brilliant win over France in the Six Nations, as they add to their unbeaten record at home. The Grand Slam is still on!

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