Welcome to Le Rouge Rugby Podcast, where we study all things Rugby Canada and beyond!
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Podcast by CaolanSRugby
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Johnnie Beattie, Tim Groves and some big name co-hosts take you inside the world of French rugby with big stars and juicy stories. Available on RugbyPass as well as all your usual podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stu and Derek breakdown Canada's opening match of the WXV!
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"CHANGING OF THE GUARD" | Remembering Croke Park's 2009 Watershed Game
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The year is 2009, and as Ireland celebrated Grand Slam glory, over 82,000 fans packed in to GAA HQ for a game that would change Irish rugby forever. With me to discuss not only the famous semi-final itself, but the makings of a frantic rivalry are podcast regulars Tom Coleman and Owen Harrison Guests: Tom Coleman - https://x.com/LeinsterRoyalty Owe…
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ALAN QUINLAN Interview | My Life in Rugby; S3, Ep. 3
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Ahead of Saturday's return to GAA HQ, all this week we will discuss the big clash both here and on The Red Army Podcast. We open the week with a very special interview, as I chat to Munster legend Alan Quinlan about the province's glory days, playing in Croke Park, World Cups, punditry and a whole lot more. Enjoy! United Rugby Rewind - https://open…
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Having looked at the club game a few weeks back, today we turn our attention to the single most important component of matchday - the referee. We would be nowhere without them, yet with the modern vitriolic discourse that clouds sport, we are lucky to have them. Especially in the amateur ranks. Connacht's Andrew Fogarty joined me to discuss the art…
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With Derek away, Stu gives you a quick rundown on the Dallas Jackals departure from MLR, Canada vs Tonga, and tees up the WXV!
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ZAC WARD Interview | My Life in Rugby, S3, Ep. 2
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There's something special about the Olympics, so to get the chance to speak to an Irish athlete from any games is an incredible honour. In our latest interview, I chat to Irish Olympic 7s star Zac Ward about his momentous year in green, brother Bryn's success, living the Olympic dream and his return to Ulster. Enjoy! United Rugby Rewind - https://o…
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Club Rugby in Ireland: State of the Game Special
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As the IRFU celebrates 150 years tonight's special episode is a deep dive on the club game. Once the crown jewel on the island, the club scene has had a rocky few years of late. Despite all of that, it has kicked on of late to the point that both junior and senior club rugby is flying once again. Guests: Michael Harding - Corinthians Scott Broughto…
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URC PROVINCIAL SEASON PREVIEW | URC Fanview 2024/25
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The URC is back this week and the four Irish provinces are out for blood. 2024 wasn't enough, so now they need to deliver. A full panel of provincial loyalties join me to preview each team in depth, with a few predictions in there too. Guests: Aaron Talbot - https://x.com/Aarontalbot4 Chrissy Hawkins Jonathan West - https://x.com/j_west91 Daniel Hu…
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IRELAND v AUSTRALIA RECAP | IRFU 150th Anniversary Test Match
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It might have been a warm-up for the upcoming WXV 1 tournament, but it didn’t look or feel like it as Ireland crushed the Wallaroos 36-10 in front of a boisterous Belfast crowd. Rising star Aoife Wafer got two tries of her own in an utterly convincing victory as the feel good factor keeps on rolling. David Cordial joined me directly post game me to…
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URC SEASON PREVIEW | URC Fanview 2024/25
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The United Rugby Championship is fast approaching, and today's show will get you up to speed on all of the non-Irish teams. An all star panel of Johan, Huw, Craig and Mike join me to preview the hotly anticipated season ahead. Guests: Huw Griffin - https://x.com/HuwGriffinRugby Craig Manson - https://x.com/Scrumchampion Mike Petretta - https://x.co…
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Stu and Derek react to Canada's losses to Japan and USA at the Pacific Nations Cup
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Le French Rugby Renaissance | Discussing the rise of rugby in France
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From lower tiers to the highest tests, rugby in France is absolutely booming! In our opening discussion show of the season, I am joined by French rugby writers Illtud Dafydd and Paul Eddison to discuss this unrelenting rising tide, and what we can take from it. Guests: Illtud Dafydd - https://x.com/IlltudDafydd Paul Eddison - https://x.com/pauleddi…
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NOEL MCNAMARA Interview | My Life in Rugby, S3, Ep. 1
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There are multiple routes to the top of the game, but even at that, Noel McNamara's journey is really "the road less travelled". In our opening interview of the new series, I speak to Noel about his route from Glenstal to Bordeaux, the cultural differences of coaching world stars, the season gone by and coming up and so much more. Enjoy! United Rug…
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Stu and Derek react to Canada's Silver medal performance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! Plus the Free Jacks are back to back MLR Champions!
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Stu and Derek react to Canada's win over Romania in the nation's capital!
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This season has been a drag, so in our final show of a nearly 100 episode campaign, I've decided to pit two provincial rivals but real life friends against each other in a light hearted quiz. It's Munster vs Leinster, but who will come out on top? Enjoy and make sure to play along from home! Guests: Ben Leahy - https://x.com/purplebenny David Cordi…
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Another Successful Year of Under 20s | CSR Bonus Pod
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Nothing highlights Ireland's rugby rise quite like the under-20's. Despite falling short this year, it was another successful and talented squad with plenty to be excited by. Tom Savage of Three Red Kings joins me to reflect on Ireland's efforts in this year's under 20 World Championship. Guests: Tom Coleman - https://x.com/LeinsterRoyalty Harry Jo…
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Frawley Drops Ireland To Series Draw! | 2nd Test Recap Pod
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Drama! What is it about this rivalry? After 160 minutes of gripping test match rugby, the two heavyweights cannot be seperated, but more importantly, they could be on Sunday. Step forward Ciarán Frawley and a drop-goal for the ages. Tom, Harry, Jack and Aaron join me to discuss yet another Springbok-Ireland thriller. Guests: Tom Coleman - https://x…
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Whitewash or Deadlock? | South Africa v Ireland 2nd Test Preview
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From the lovable Ted Lasso to spiteful Eddie Jones, we all share the common belief: no one likes draws. Yet that is the aim for Ireland as their summer series reaches it's 2nd test crescendo. On today's show I preview the deciding test, look at Ireland will need to work on to win and discuss why this could feel like an opportunity lost for the boys…
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Stu and Derek take a deep dive into Canada's 73-12 loss to Scotland over the weekend.
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Advantage Boks After Pretorian Opener | South African Tour, 1st Test Recap Show
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The world champions did what world champions do. South Africa battled to a 27-20 home win over Ireland, a first for Rassie and co; and take the lead in this test series. David, Thala and Owen joined me to recap the gruelling encounter. Guests: David Cordial - https://x.com/AH_David Thala Msutu - https://x.com/ThalaMsutu77 Owen Harrison - https://x.…
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All Eyes on Loftus | South Africa v Ireland Test 1 Preview
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It's almost time for the grudge match everyone is excited for. Back to back Rugby World Cup champions South Africa welcoming back to back Six Nations winners Ireland to their home turf. It's the best facing off with nothing but pride and bragging rights at stake. On today's show I preview this eagerly anticipated opening test looking at selections …
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Derek is back from helping the Glasgow Warriors win the URC Championship! The boys take a look at a busy month in Canadian Rugby! The Vancouver Highlanders played their first two games, the Sevens team fails to qualify for the Olympics, the squad for the Ottawa series has been announced, new kits, a star player is injured long-term, and a recap of …
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REACTING to the 2024/25 Champions Cup Draw & Ireland under-20's WIN | CSR Bonus Pod
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Europe's return might be over 5 months away, but draw day is always exciting. On today's special bonus pod, I reflect on the four mouthwatering pools, and how they shape up for each of the Irish provinces. Later we will recap Ireland under-20’s pool game against Italy before we wrap. You can find me @CaolanSRugby on Instagram, X/Twitter, and BlueSk…
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Munster's Opportunity Missed? | URC Fanview 2024, Episode 4
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Like always, Munster did things the hard way. Climbing up the URC table with a final flurry only to squander a potential home final was as disappointing as it was somewhat fitting. In the final episode of URC Fanview, and in a Red Army Pod crossover, Patricia joins me to look back on Munster's helter-skelter season. Guests: Patricia Vieira - https:…
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We analyse the Top 14 semi-finals in Bordeaux and look ahead to the final in Marseille in the company of All Black legend and now Top 14 commentator Andrew Mehrtens. We also hear how he got the nickname Don King from his time in France as a player, discuss Fabien Galthie's inexperienced squad for France's summer tour and look at the latest transfer…
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Double Dreams Dashed for Leinster? | URC Fanview 2024, Episode 2
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Any season without a trophy will feel like a failure for the Leinster coaching group. To come up short for a 3rd year in a row will lead to weeks of internal and external consternation. On today's episode of URC Fanview, David and Jeff join me to run over the highs and lows of Leinster's season. Guests: Jeff Pagano - https://x.com/HarpinOnRugby Dav…
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Good, Bad & Hectic: Assessing Ulster's Season | URC Fanview 2024, Episode 1
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From coaching and CEO changes to player disruption and odd signings, sprinkle in some big wins and strange losses, it was a rollercoaster season and then some for Ulster this season. On today's episode of URC Fanview, Peter and Adam join me to run over the highs and lows of Ulster's campaign. Guests: Peter Lockhart - https://x.com/dplockhart Adam L…
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Episode 209: The First Highlanders, feat Melani Nanai, D'Shawn Bowen, Cole Kelly, & Josh Thiel
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With only a few days until their opening double header, Stu sits down with FOUR players for the Vancouver Highlanders - Melani Nanai, D'Shawn Bowen, Cole Kelly, & Josh Thiel - to discover their rugby roots, what attracted them to the Highlanders, and who they're looking forward to playing in this year's Rugby Players' Challenge.…
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Reacting to Ireland's Summer Squad | A CSR Bonus Pod
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The squads are in and those who are excited can barely contain themselves. Battle lines are drawn for another titanic Ireland v South Africa battle. On today's special bonus pod, South African rugby writer and podcaster Jared Wright finally joins the show to talk about Andy Farrell's 35 man squad, team selection, the Springboks and the series at la…
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And then there was 4. After a clean sweep of home wins in the last eight, the top four from the regular season battle it out to make the URC's Grand Final. In today's solo-pod, I preview the 2 semi-finals which take place this weekend, highlighting every team's pros, cons, direction of tactics and give predictions. Enjoy! You can find me @CaolanSRu…
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We're joined by Stade Francais' England international centre Joe Marchant to discuss the timing of his move from Harlequins, adjusting to life in France, his England past and hopefully future, what Steve Borthwick said to him after the World Cup, being frozen out by Eddie Jones, Paul Gustard's use of certain imagery in meetings, his famous prospect…
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Mighty Munster and Lethal Leinster March On | URC Quarter-Finals Recap
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4 games, 4 victors and an intense semi-final weekend to come. As Munster and Leinster moved on, Ulster's season came to an end. Chrissy, Patricia and Adam joined me to recap all of the action from the URC quarter finals. Guests: Chrissy Hawkins Patricia Vieira - https://x.com/_PatriciaV_ Adam Latham - https://x.com/lathamadam19 You can find me @Cao…
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Episode 208: Numbers Game, feat. James Deeley
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With Derek off in Europe for rugby reasons, Stu is joined by the MLR Stats man, James Deeley, totalk about the 2024 MLR season, and the results from the SVNS Grand Final in Madrid.
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URC Quarter-Finals Preview | CSR Solo Pod
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After a pulsating 18 round regular season, there's just 8 teams left. 3 Irish, 2 South Africans, 1 Scottish, 1 Italian and 1 Welsh. It promises to be a playoff stage for the ages. In today's solo-pod, I preview the 4 URC quarter-finals which take place this weekend. YouTube Edition: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcLeTl817KH6rAh0JFumMwg You can f…
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We look ahead to Super Saturday and a frantic final round of the Top 14 regular season, analyse the permutations and chat to Castres' Australian back rower Nick Champion de Crespigny about his French roots, Wallaby ambitions, contract situation, gratitude to Pierre-Henry Broncan, dream debut season, lack of Super Rugby recognition and much more. Pl…
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We're joined by Toulouse hero Manny Meafou to hear about an exhausting Champions Cup final win over Leinster, the nearly as tiring celebrations and how he's nailing fatherhood too as he introduces us to son Marcellus! We discuss whether Antoine Dupont's performance is the best ever in a final, if he's the greatest of all time, his new nickname of '…
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Stu and Derek react to Canada's historic 22-19 win over the Black Ferns to claim the Pacific 4 Series Championship!
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SUPER-STARS! Six of the Best for Aristocrats Toulouse | 2024 Champions Cup Final Recap
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After 100 minutes of gripping action, Leinster's drive for 5 is denied by Toulouse snataching a sixth star. POTM Antoine Dupont and co. came out on top in London as Leinster are left wondering what could have been. Jeff and David joined me to discuss a European final for the ages. Guests: Jeff Pagano - https://x.com/HarpinOnRugby David Cordial - ht…
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CLASH OF TITANS: LEINSTER V TOULOUSE | 2024 Champions Cup Final Preview
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As the Champions Cup final returns to London, it's wish was rewarded as the two best sides meet in the final. 5 times champions vs 4 time champions, Antoine Dupont vs Jamison Gibson-Park, Emmanuel Meafou vs Joe McCarthy, red vs blue; Toulouse vs Leinster. Cian and Tom join me to discuss every deciding noock and cranny of Saturday's showpiece final.…
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We're joined by 63-cap Wallaby Reece Hodge to discuss his two tries that confirmed Bayonne are staying in the Top 14, the prospect of teaming up with Manu Tuilagi in the centres next season, the disappointment of being ditched by Eddie Jones after just one game, whether the door might still be ajar under Joe Schmidt, the magic of Stade Jean Dauger …
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Stu and Derek breakdown the Arrows Academy vs Atlantic Privateers match! Then, they look at the biggest news stories from the past week including a new Coast to Coast Cup format, Canada vs Australia, SVNS, Ottawa ticket promotions, new Highlanders signings, and more.
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We're joined by Bordeaux and Tonga prop Big Ben Tameifuna to chat about the club's Top 14 tilt, his journey from New Zealand to France, the World Cup experience, challenges for Pacific Island nations, law changes, the best scrummagers in the world and much more. Plus, we round up all the Top 14 action and discuss whether the play-off picture will b…
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IS THE GAME GONE? Discussing the 20 Minute Red Card | CSR Bonus Pod
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World Rugby might actually hate rugby, and after yesterday's enhanced law trials, this is very possible. With the news of the 20 minute red card law trial being furthered to WXV, U20 RWC and more; is this sport's days numbered, and are we pandering to the games gone soft brigade? I tell you the reasons why on today's bonus pod. Enjoy! You can find …
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