Best Gavin Townsend Podcasts (2024)

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Inside the Squidge Rugby brain: Coaching, analysis and rugby geekery with Will Owen 54:20

8h ago54:20

54:20

Send us a text Dan speaks to one-half of the Squidge Rugby Owen brothers, Will. With a massive following for their YouTube channel, Squidge Rugby analyses matches in a unique, bringing insight and entertainment in equal measure. Will is an avowed rugby geek but also still plays and coaches his local team's colts. Dan asks him about: How Squidge Rug…

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The Coaching Knife: How to coach a dominated scrum, with Gavin Blackburn 19:15

5h ago19:15

19:15

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Coaching Knife when we cut to the root of the matter. In this episode, we speak to Gavin Blackburn, Head Coach Cambuslang RFC. Focusing on the scrum rugby we are going to cut to the root on how to deal with a pack that’s dominating you. Gavin was a former age-grade district and international prop. He was a mem…

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She Tackles: The Media versus Women's Sports. Lyndon Julius with Dr Jocelyn Solomons 48:10

14d ago48:10

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Send us a text Dr Jocelyn Solomons tackles significant issues in women's sports. In this episode, she talks to Lyndon Julius about the role of media in this domain. Lyndon is a communications specialist and creative storyteller with over a decade of experience in sports reporting. He is dedicated to community sports and immerses himself in grassroo…

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The Coaching Knife: How do you compete in 7s with limited speed in your team, with Jamie Barnwell 24:07

28d ago24:07

24:07

Send us a text Welcome to the Coaching Knife when we cut to the root of the matter. In this episode, we speak to Jamie Barnwell, Head Coach Cayman 7s and Performance director. Focusing on 7s rugby we are going to cut to the root on to coach to compete when you have limited speed. Can you win a game of sevens if you don’t have any pace in your team?…

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Differentiate effectively and the power of variation theory with Stuart Welsh 54:47

1M ago54:47

54:47

Send us a text Dan speaks to Stuart Welsh, founder of ALTA Education. With nearly two decades of experience in education, specialising in maths teaching and as well as coaching rugby in schools, Stuart is a well-sought-after speaker and presenter. He has taught and led teams in schools worldwide, authored popular math textbooks, and founded a widel…

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The Coaching Knife: Why player-centred is not waiting for the right answer, with Ben Lazenby 26:02

1M ago26:02

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Send us a text We speak to Ben Lazenby, Head of Youth at Wakefield Trinity RLFC in this episode. Focusing on game understanding we are going to cut to the root on how a player-centred approach might lead to a shared collective team cohesion. The first question: Is a player-centred approach to game understanding just us waiting for the players to gi…

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How to pursue the right sort of winning, with Cath Bishop, author of The Long Win 51:21

2M ago51:21

51:21

Send us a text Dan speaks to Cath Bishop about what winning really means and how we can create the right sort of winning in our sporting environments. Cath is a highly sought-after consultant and coach, an Olympian, former diplomat and author of The Long Win, the second edition published in May. She is also a regular contributor to the Guardian and…

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Coaching blasts: What young players want from your session, with Gary Townsend 25:37

2M ago25:37

25:37

Send us a text In this short podcast, Dan speaks to Gary Townsend, head of rugby at Switch Rugby with a focus on developing young players, coaches and clubs. He is former RFU National Player Development Manager and Bristol Bears Junior Academy manager. In this episode, they discuss what players want from your coaching sessions. To find out more abo…

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The Coaching Knife: Who is the most important player in ruck defence, with Jason Gilmore 19:23

2M ago19:23

19:23

Send us a text Welcome to the Coaching Knife when we cut to the root of the matter. In this episode, we speak to Jason Gilmore, Waratahs Senior Assistant Coach (Defence) and Australia A head coach. Note! He was with the Waratahs when we recorded this. He is now defence coach with Harlequins. Focusing on defence, we are going to cut to the root of w…

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Progressive rugby: concussions in a community of care 1:19:29

2M ago1:19:29

1:19:29

Send us a text Dan speaks to Tom Morris from Progressive Rugby, an independent player welfare lobby group founded in 2021 to drive change that both better protects player brain health and the game’s long-term future. In this episode, they discuss: Separate strategies to make rugby safer and more appealing at both the community and professional leve…

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An interview with Minnesota boxer Oscar Soto 19:27

2M ago19:27

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In this episode, Minnesota boxer Oscar Soto talks about his upcoming pro debut. A veteran of more than 100 amateur fights, Soto will face tough Roman Cruz (2-1) on the undercard of the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion at the DoubleTree Hilton Ballroom in Bloomington. Soto also chats about his storied amateur career, which included bouts with the like…

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An interview with Nick Rogers 29:13

2M ago29:13

29:13

In this episode, former MMA fighter and current trainer Nick Rogers talks about his combat sports journey, the revival of the Minnesota State boxing title, and the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion in Bloomington. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music…

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How to find players and play more rugby 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

Send us a text Dan chats to Sean Phelan, the brains behind Fill Your Boots, the way that players and clubs can connect to fill the gaps on a Saturday. In the podcast, they discuss: How Fill Your Boots works Why clubs struggle to find players and creative ways to solve this How clubs can welcome players How can the women's game grow now How do we he…

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MN light heavyweight boxer Jerred Bradford previews his pro debut 29:16

2M ago29:16

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In this episode, Minnesota boxer and former Upper Midwest Golden Gloves champion Jerred Bradford talks about his amateur career and previews his pro debut on the June 22 Vivid Fights card in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johnson. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for p…

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Don't screw up the nuts and bolts of a coaching session 48:16

3M ago48:16

48:16

Send us a text Dan chats to Kris Stafford, Rugby Development Officer at Leeds Beckett, MSc in Sports Coaching, U.K Coaching award winner, and host of the @bigbreakdownhq podcast. In the podcast, they discuss: Making sure the players are valued and integrated into the coaching process How to genuinely engage with the players outside their sport How …

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Slink Proper and Quincy Caldwell Preview Slink’s Rematch with Nico Ali Walsh 23:43

2M ago23:43

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In this episode, Minnesota boxer Slink Proper (9-1) talks about his June 29, ESPN-televised rematch with Nico Ali Walsh (9-1) grandson of Muhammad Ali. Also joining the conversation is Slink’s trainer, Quincy Caldwell. Ripped and ready to rumble, Slink is determined to prove that his upset win over Ali Walsh last August was no fluke. Host: Brian Jo…

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Coaching blasts: How do you make an U12 player more skilful, with Gary Townsend 22:30

3M ago22:30

22:30

Send us a text In this short podcast, Dan speaks to Gary Townsend, head of rugby at Switch Rugby with a focus on developing young players, coaches and clubs. He is former RFU National Player Development Manager and Bristol Bears Junior Academy manager. They discuss how you make a U12 player more skilful and what that might look like in training. To…

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Corey Thompson Returns to the Ring 26:10

3M ago26:10

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson (5-2, 4 KOs) previews his his June 22 fight against Mengistu Zarzar (10-9-1, 8 KOs). At stake is the vacant USA Minnesota Light Heavyweight title. The fight is the main event of a big Vivid Fights promotion at the Doubletree Hilton in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johns…

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The Coaching Knife: Is organising ruck defence more important than improving tackling, with Callum Adam 20:23

3M ago20:23

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Send us a text Welcome to the coaching knife when we cut to the root of the matter. In this episode, we speak to Callum Adam, Currie RFC Senior Mens Assistant Coach and Edinburgh University Women’s 2nd XV Head Coach. Focusing on defence we are going to cut to the root on what comes first, tackling or defence As well as coaching with Currie Mens and…

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How to design your coaching for more powerful learning outcomes 56:06

5M ago56:06

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Send us a Text Message. Dan welcomes Dr Kimberly Berens, founder of Fit Learning and CEO of Fit Learning Online and author of Blind Spots: Why Students Fail and the Science That Can Save Them. Fit Learning is a powerful system of instruction based in behavioural science and the Technology of Teaching, and it aims to transform the learning abilities…

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Is the learning styles myth the worst myth in sports coaching, with Dr Amy Whitehead and Jenny Coe 49:54

5M ago49:54

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Send us a text Dan quizzes the Myths of Sports Coaching editors around how we deal with some of the muddling thinking coaches believe is true. Dr Amy Whitehead is an Associate Professor at Liverpool John Moores University, and Jenny Coe is the Performance Well-Being Lead for the Women's Professional Game at the FA. Their first edition was so good t…

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Gavin Hendrickson talks about his upcoming fight 9:47

4M ago9:47

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Gavin Hendrickson (2-0-1) previews his April 13 fight at Treasure Island Casino. In what could well be the fight of the night, Hendrickson, of Richfield, faces Tyler Nystrom of Superior, Wisconsin (1-1). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-john…

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Colton Warner previews his April 13 fight 31:10

4M ago31:10

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight Colton Warner (6-2) talks about his upcoming fight at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota. The event is April 13. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., fights start at 7:00. In addition, Warner shares his thoughts on other big fights coming up, including Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr …

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Minnesota Boxer Tony Woods fights for vacant title 28:45

4M ago28:45

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Tony Woods (12-0, 10 KOs), talks about his upcoming fight with Deshawn Prather (17-1, 2 KOs) of Kansas City. The fight is Friday, April 12, in Springfield, Missouri. On the line is the vacant Universal Boxing Organization Continental Middleweight title. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,…

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Minnesota fighter Tim Bender returns 26:31

5M ago26:31

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In this episode, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living and training in Minnesota, Bender won his pro boxing debut in impressive fashion last December. He returns to the boxing ring Saturday, April 13, as part of a live boxing, MMA and Muay Thai card at Treasure Island Casino. Bender faces a tough test in the pe…

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Why women love playing rugby 50:54

6M ago50:54

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Send us a text Dan chats to Telegraph sports journalist Fi Tomas about where women’s rugby needs to go next. Fi has worked on the paper since 2019, was number 11 on 2023 BBC Women's Hour Power List and recently nominated for the 2023 British Sports Journalism women’s category. She is a keen advocate for a stronger voice in female sports. In the pod…

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Wait a minute, I’ve just realised I’m a role model for black rugby players 1:05:50

6M ago1:05:50

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Send us a Text Message. Ralph Knibbs, Head of Human Resources at UK Athletics and a Bristol rugby legend, chats with Samba Ceesay, Broad Plain RFC’s captain. In an extraordinary podcast, Ralph first describes his journey as a black player from a non-traditional rugby background, why he turned down playing for England twice and how his children made…

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Don't let perfect be the enemy of be good: How to set up a SEND rugby programme 49:38

6M ago49:38

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Send us a text This podcast is dedicated to the memory of one of the guest's daughter, who passed away suddenly a few weeks after the recording. The Peel family have set up a donation page for Katie in support of FarmAbility. Here's a link. https://www.justgiving.com/page/katiepeelfarmability Please listen to this inspiring journey of three coaches…

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When balloons and ribbons can help improve catching skills 51:35

7M ago51:35

51:35

Send us a text Dan chats with Dr Rachael Jefferson about fundamental movement skills and how to introduce them effectively into our coaching sessions. Rachael is a lecturer in human movement studies and creative arts, and author of Fundamental fun: 132 activities to develop fundamental movement skills. You can get a copy of her book here. In the po…

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How to help less-experienced coaches enjoy taking teams 38:33

7M ago38:33

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Send us a text Dan chats with Chris Dossett, chair of the Professional Association of the Directors in Sport, and very experienced DoS himself. In the podcast, they talk about: How a good director of sports supports their less-experienced staff Connecting with the players Making the less-able teams enjoy rugby as much as the top-flight What equalit…

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