Best Bristol Bears Podcasts (2024)

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FilmWonk Podcast – Episode #211 – “Kinds of Kindness (dir. Yorgos Lanthimos)

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This week on the FilmWonk Podcast, Glenn and Daniel check in on the latest from director Yorgos Lanthimos and his Poor Things collaborators Emma Stone and co-screenwriter Efthimis Filippou (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, The Lobster, Dogtooth), whose presence announces in advance that this is gonna be one of the weird ones. Additional weird ones inc…

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The End of Season Review 1:46:45

2M ago1:46:45

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With Jess recovered from jet lag and Jacob recovered from a post-exam Otley Run, the two JBs are back for one final episode of Season 1 to do an End of Season Review. We briefly review the last game of the season against Exeter Chiefs before announcing our coveted, no-expense-spared, highly prized LTW Fancast End of Season Awards. We then debate on…

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Ep 171 - End of season review, listener poll results and one final goat 1:15:25

2M ago1:15:25

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The lads finally manage to organise a time to meet up and record their final thoughts on what turned out to be yet another roller coaster season for the Bears. They run through the season and their memories of each game, reveal the results of the listener vote and outline one final Lee-related Goat. Has he managed to secure a seat for next season o…

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FilmWonk Podcast – Episode #210 – “Furiosa” (dir. George Miller), “Unfrosted” (dir. Jerry Seinfeld), “Hustlers” (2019) (dir. Lorene Scafaria)

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This week on the FilmWonk Podcast, Glenn and Daniel reunite with long-time friend of the pod Erika to review Furiosa, a return to the Mad Max saga which absolutely refused to rest on its laurels conceptually or thematically. Then, at Daniel’s behest, we “see what Jerry Seinfeld is up to” with Unfrosted, new on Netflix. And then we venture back to a…

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You're MacQueen [said in your best John Snow voice] - Sale Sharks (H) Review, Exeter Chiefs (A) Preview 1:22:22

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Jacob is once again joined by the wonderful Alex Bugg to process a sad 24 hours for the club, in which the team yet again failed to turn up at home followed by the news on Sunday morning that Vicky MacQueen will be departing the club at the end of the season. After giving a cathartic review of the game, and paying tribute to Vicky as well as recent…

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Barcelona v Lyon in the Women’s Champions League Final PREVIEW! 35:16

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Will Aitnana Bonmatí be the game changer? Can Lyon beat Barcelona for the third time in the UWCL final?! Welcome back to the FIVE YouTube Channel, where Fara Williams and Emma Byrne host the Boots, Balls & Bras Women’s Champions League Special supported by Pepsi Max UK! They recap the finalists’ road to Bilabo, give their predictions for the final …

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A Clifton Suspension Bridge Too Far - Bristol Bears (A) Review, Sale Sharks (H) Preview with guest co-host Alex Bugg 1:10:53

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With Jess dialling in with voice notes from New Zealand reacting to a sensational win by Canada over the Black Ferns and positives from Tigers' defeat to the Bears, Jacob is pulled out of his deadline slumber by being joined by the wonderful Alex Bugg to co-host. We go over some of the positives from the Bristol game, especially getting that try-sc…

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Chelsea’s FIFTH Successive WSL Title | Miedema’s Farewell Goal & End of Season Awards! 36:01

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Chelsea are WSL champions for the fifth successive year! Vivianne Miedema seals her Arsenal career with a goal! Emma Hayes or Matt Beard for Manager of the Season?! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they react to the final weekend of the WSL & Chelsea dominating at Old Traf…

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Ep 170 - Big whoop at The Stoop but play-off hopes crumble at the Stone X 1:06:07

3M ago1:06:07

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In this week's pod we re-live our epic journey to SW London on the Supporters Coach where we experienced, quite simply, one of the best rugby away days ever. We loved the Stoop... We loved the running rugby... We loved the ale and the Chicken Caesar burger (albeit a bit pricey) And one of us loved the cheeky little techno DJ... What a day, what a w…

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Behold the Bears! Quins (A) Review and Bristol Bears (A) Preview 1:12:16

3M ago1:12:16

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With Jess ready to jet off to New Zealand and Jacob on the brink of final year uni deadlines, we still manage to cobble together a podcast episode that gives the illusion of preparation. We go over the Quins game and talk about negatives but also the big positive of Celia Quansah’s long awaited debut for the club. In the news, we welcome the news a…

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Ep 169 - Play-off hopes dangle by a thread as Sarries spoil the fez-tivities 52:46

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In this week's episode, Pete, Miles and Lee review the defeat against Saracens at Ashton Gate. Despite a good start the Bears ultimately lost control of the game in the face of an incredibly experienced, focused and effective opposition who delivered a classic 'been there, seen that and worn the T-shirt' sort of performance led by the mercurial Owe…

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Vivianne Miedema to LEAVE Arsenal?! Man United FA Cup Triumph Reaction | WSL Final Day Preview 21:30

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Manchester United won their first FA Cup! Who will be taking the WSL title? Vivianne Miedema to LEAVE Arsenal?! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they react to the breaking news that all-time leading goal scorer Vivianne Miedema will be leaving Arsenal at the end of the sea…

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FA Cup Preview with Spurs’ Jenna Schillaci! 30:27

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Tottenham are in their first-ever Women’s FA Cup Final! How has Robert Vilahamn transformed this Tottenham team? Will Grace Clinton’s absence affect Spurs in the final? Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Former Tottenham Captain Jenna Schillaci as they preview the Women’s FA Cup Final! They also discuss J…

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The PWR is back! 1:04:22

3M ago1:04:22

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France v England Review and Quins (a) Preview After a two week break that seems like forever, Jess and Jacob are back to herald the return of the PWR which is back after the Six Nations break. We announce the winner of the Fantasy League, chat about Pac4 and our North American Tigers contingent, and also pause to reflect on negative experiences and…

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Man City’s WSL Title Chase | Bristol City’s Relegation Woes 38:56

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Bristol City are relegated for the Women’s Super League! Will Bunny Shaw’s injury stifle Manchester City’s title hopes? Ella Toone’s rocket shot gives Manchester United the away win! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they discuss all the action for the weekend’s WSL fixture…

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Buchanan Red Card: “Worst Decision In UWCL History” | Chelsea “Poked The Bear”of Barcelona 30:51

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https://www.pepsi.co.uk/products/pepsi-max Barcelona knock Chelsea OUT of the Champions League at Stamford Bridge! Fara Williams & Emma Byrne react to the game-changing red card moment! Emma Hayes declares it as ‘the worst decision in UEFA Women’s Champions League history’?! Welcome back to the FIVE YouTube Channel, where Fara Williams and Emma Byr…

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Ep 168 - Beef from Lahiff provides Bears relief 1:03:52

4M ago1:03:52

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This week we pick over the carcass that was the massacre in BS3 and we’re not talking about the hammering of Falcons at Ashton Gate last weekend. No, we’re talking about the first ever live pod at the Bristol Beer Factory Taproom. We look back on an evening of structured chaos, discuss the learnings and then move quickly on to more pressing matters…

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Bristol Unpacked Election Special - Emma Edwards // Green Party 1:14:28

4M ago1:14:28

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Emma Edwards is the leader of Bristol Green Party who could well be in charge of the council for the first time after May's local elections. She chats to Neil about the Green's vision for doing politics in a more transparent and collaborative way, how they'd sort out our public transport, and whether they're ready to make the tricky transition from…

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Bristol Unpacked Election Special - Mark Weston // Conservative 1:08:54

4M ago1:08:54

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Neil Maggs sits down with Mark Weston, who was first elected as a councillor nearly 20 years ago, and has led the local Tory party for a decade. On the eve of the local elections, they discuss the Tories miserable national polling, the so-called 'war on motorists' being waged by Bristol City Council, and the cultural divides between Bristol's inner…

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The Tortured Rugby Podcasters Department - Trailfinders Women Allianz Cup (A) Review, Six Nations Round Five Super Saturday Preview 1:05:15

4M ago1:05:15

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The release of Taylor’s new album is feeling very apt right now, as despite the performances of our Six Nations gals and Leicester City having a superb weekend, we struggle to find the positives in a tough weekend for Leicester Tigers. However, positives we will find! So listen in for the usual mix of catharsis, hope and a rant at our season being …

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Bunny Shaw's WSL Milestone: Breaking Records & Turning Heads | Reaction to Villa’s Midweek Red Card Drama 32:09

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Bunny Shaw scores her 50th Women’s Super League goal! Aston Villa’s goalkeeper Anna Leat is sent off within 4 Minutes?! Beth Mead gets a brace at Arsenal’s final game at the Emirates Stadium this season! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they discuss all the action for the …

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Ep 167 - Raw, raucous and rip-roaring and the action at the Gate wasn't too bad either. The live pod has dropped. 1:07:47

4M ago1:07:47

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It's a carnival atmosphere down at the Bristol Beer Factory Taproom this week as having constantly 'talked about' doing a live pod the lads actually execute one straight after the 13-try massacre of Newcastle Falcons at Ashton Gate. It's raw and it's raucous but the lads try their best to analyse the game despite 10% off the beers and 50% of the ch…

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Barcelona SHELL-SHOCKED By Chelsea In The UWCL | Cuthbert Scores And Putellas Misses Huge Chance 26:42

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https://www.pepsi.co.uk/products/pepsi-max Erin Cuthbert’s strike gives Chelsea the advantage going into the Champions League Semi-final second leg! Alexia Putellas misses a perfect opportunity to level the game! Aitana Bonmati frustrated in a post-match interview?! Welcome back to the FIVE YouTube Channel, where Fara Williams and Emma Byrne host t…

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Bristol Unpacked Election Special - Jos Clark // Liberal Democrats 1:09:03

4M ago1:09:03

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Jos Clark is an experienced local councillor now leading the Lib Dems into Bristol's local elections. A party that used to have strong support in the city has seen its seats dwindle over the last decade. The critic of Marvin Rees and the mayoral system, who helped manoeuvre the referendum on introducing the new committee system, talks to Neil Maggs…

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A Growing Rebellion - Harlequins (h) Allianz Cup game review with Max Kirby, Trailfinders Women (a) Allianz Cup game preview and more Six Nations chat! 1:41:09

4M ago1:41:09

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Leicester Tigers Women were back in action finally the weekend just gone after six weeks with a 19-33 loss to Quins at home, Jacob is joined by superfan and listener Max Kirby to chat about the game. We then go back to the Six Nations, pay reverence to Meg Jones kick pass and get worried about England’s discipline, as well as chat about the Lions i…

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Marc Skinner’s United are back-to-back FA Cup finalist | Will Emma Hayes’ Chelsea bring home Silverware? 36:14

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Mary Earps produced world-class saves to help Manchester United knock Chelsea OUT of the FA Cup! Emma Hayes’ quadruple hopes turn to potentially trophyless in her final season?! Kim Little displays a near perfect pass accuracy in the WSL against Bristol City! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Cre…

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Ep 166 - Live pod details, season card renewals, Bears Women storm to final and Falcons preview 41:44

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In this week's episode we formally announce our first ever live pod, in the sense that we are inviting an audience to the Bristol Beer Factory Taproom post Falcons at 6.30pm next Sunday. If you are interested in finding out more, and even contemplating joining us, then complete the Eventbrite registration below (it's free but it helps us get an ide…

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Bristol Unpacked Election Special - Tom Renhard // Labour 1:05:32

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Just three years after being first elected as a councillor, Labour's Tom Renhard is now leading the party into May's local elections. Neil Maggs asks him about his record as the city's housing chief, why he thinks the Greens aren't up to the task of being in power and Labour's plans for building new homes, campaigning for rent controls and bringing…

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Have We Got a Bit More Rugby News For You - Tigers vs Harlequins (Allianz Cup) (H) preview and Scotland v. England preview 1:20:41

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Feeling fresh as a daisy* after celebrating his 21st birthday Jacob joins Jess for Episode No. 18. With a brief overlook at the limited women’s rugby that took place at the weekend, we take this episode as an opportunity to have a frank, honest and nuanced debate about some of the big news stories in rugby at the moment, celebrating the Return of t…

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Round up, round up it’s Tiger Watch Plus - Interview with Paul Morgan, Women’s Six Nations Round 2 Review and more Allianz Cup Build-up 1:23:16

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Returning from the other side filling in for Elliott on the Rolling Maul, Jess manages to talk even more about scrums with Jacob as we delve into Round 2 of the Women’s Six Nations (basically gloating about Meg Jones and Elis Martin, so standard LTW Fancast format at this point) and the USA’s victory in a friendly over South Africa. With not much w…

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Arsenal WIN The Conti Cup | Reacting to Eidevall vs Hayes | Steph Houghton Announces Her Retirement 29:00

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Arsenal are Conti Cup Champions, with Stina Blackstenius securing silverware with a goal in the 116th minute of extra time! Jonas Eidevall & Emma Hayes have a heated handshake at full-time?! Steph Houghton announces her retirement from football! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Bak…

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Ep 165 - Janse takes a fancy as the Rifles Cup is retained 52:18

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You’re listening to Bears Beyond the Gate, a Bristol Bears podcast made by fans for fans. We’re two and a half season cardholders at Ashton Gate who love the club, the game and all things Bears. Well, Miles is happy as Pat listens to his selection advice from the ski slopes of France and moves Max to full back, Noah Howard to the wing and gives Gen…

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Can Chelsea FINALLY Beat Barcelona In The UWCL? | Champions League Semi-Finals Preview 34:33

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Fara Williams and Emma Byrne host the new Boots, Balls & Bras Women’s Champions League Special supported by Pepsi MAX! Chelsea secured their spot in the semi-finals of the Champions League with a win on aggregate over Ajax at Stamford Bridge! Erin Cuthbert, the player of the match, showed a dominant force in the Midfield! Can Chelsea claim their fi…

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Let’s Talk Welsh Rugby - Interview with Tom Hudson, Women’s Six Nations Round 1 Review, Allianz Cup Build-up and England v Wales Preview 1:43:34

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Jess and Jacob are back to gloat about the performances of Tigers internationals (unfortunately no Mike Cooper impression of Tiger Watch was made) in the opening weekend of the Women’s Six Nations before having a look at the stakes of the Fantasy League. We then start the build-up to Tigers return to action on the 13th April at home against Quins i…

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FilmWonk Podcast – Episode #209 – “Road House” (dir. Doug Liman), “The Book of Clarence” (dir. Jeymes Samuel)

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This week on the FilmWonk Podcast, Glenn and Daniel check out Doug Liman‘s faithful and surprisingly enjoyable Road House remake, a film which somehow finds its feet with a western premise that was dated in the 80s, transplanted here into the Florida Keys, where that decade never ended. And then we reach back into 2023 for an epic of Biblical apocr…

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Fan BRUTALLY Reacts to Man United’s Season So Far | VAR in the Women’s game? | Conti Cup Final Preview 41:00

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Jess Park's brace helps secure all three points at the Etihad stadium in the Manchester Derby! Why is Chloe Kelly not in the starting 11?! What needs to be done to improve officiating in the Women’s Super League? Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they discuss the latest Wom…

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Ep 164 - Bears batter League leaders as Saints come a cropper in BS3 yet again… 41:50

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In this week’s episode Pete and Miles dial in from their respective ski resorts whilst Lee shakes his head at the whole middle classy-ness of it all. That said, it was worth the effort as the boys chew over the fantastic victory against Saints on Friday and give their thoughts on what was very close to being the elusive 80- performance. They discus…

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Can Chelsea WIN the Champions League? | James and Nüsken on FIRE | UWCL Show 30:14

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#AD #ThirstyForMore #PepsiMax Chelsea dominated in the first leg of the Women’s Champion League after beating Ajax 3-0 at Johan Cruyff Arena! Lauren James & Nüsken are back on the scoresheet & Emma Hayes has her tactics spot on! Welcome back to the FIVE YouTube Channel, where Fara Williams and Emma Byrne host the new Boots, Balls & Bras Women’s Cha…

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Ep 163 - Back to business! Saints preview with help from the Telegraph's Charlie Morgan 1:02:20

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In this weeks's episode we preview the return of the Prem with help from the Telegraph's Charlie Morgan. It's been a long break but there's all to play for and as we're only three points off 6th and six points off 4th can we dare to dream? We also comment on Pat's interview on Bears TV this week and then try and pick the team for Friday. With a lot…

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“Let the show begin” [said in your best Bane voice] with Jess Hayden - Saracens (A) Review, Women’s Six Nations England v. Italy Preview 1:34:35

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After a couple of weeks’ hiatus, Jess and Jacob are finally back to discuss the Saracens away game as part of the SuperPWR weekend, in which we give our two pennies worth on the Poppy Cleall ban. With the domestic season on a break, our attention turns to the Six Nations, where we poorly defend our English focus despite having our Scottish Tigers c…

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Chelsea Dominate London Derby - Arsenal Distracted by "Sock-Gate"? Man City Keeping the Pressure On 44:17

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Chelsea thrash Arsenal 3-1 in the London Derby! Lauren James can’t stop scoring at Stamford Bridge! Daphne van Domselaar to Arsenal this summer over Mary Earps?! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they discuss the latest Women's Super League fixtures, reaction to the new Eng…

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Ep 162 - Interview with Paul Morgan of Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) 34:55

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In the second of our occasional 'doc-pods' we head towards the end of this long fallow period by hearing from Paul Morgan, who is the Communications Lead of PWR and previously Communications Director at Premier Rugby and before that editor of Rugby World. He talks about the rebranding of the PRW this season, his thoughts about Bears Women team and …

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Emma Byrne Exclusive Interview | Winning the Quadruple & Being the Assistant Coach of Ireland WNT! 23:48

6M ago23:48

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The reality of the quadruple victorious team and their ultimate winning mentality! Emma Byrne’s new role with Ireland Women’s National team? Euros qualifying group reaction! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Arsenal & Ireland Legend Emma Byrne as they discuss Emma’s career at Arsenal, becoming an assista…

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Ep 161 - Joe Joyce interview and a few other things 59:41

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In this week's slightly delayed pod (technical difficulties) we hear from Bristol legend and current Galway resident Joe Joyce . He gives us some insight into what it's like getting a bit of niggle going with some of your best mates in the European Cup, speaks candidly about why he left his home town for pastures new and 'talks about' his future as…

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Man City’s Shock Exit | Chelsea v Arsenal Preview! FT Emma Byrne 27:19

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Manchester City are OUT of the Continental Cup & FA Cup! Tottenham & Leicester City are through to the Semi-finals for the first time?! Can Arsenal claim a win at Stamford Bridge, or will Chelsea dominate? Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Arsenal & Ireland Legend Emma Byrne as they discuss the latest do…

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Tackling Sexism in Football | With Kick It Out’s Hollie Varney 20:19

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Kick It Out is football’s leading equality inclusion organisation, and their latest findings show over 70% of respondents have experienced some form of sexism & misogyny whilst attending coaching courses. In this episode, Fara Williams & Nancy Baker are joined by Kick It Out’s Chief Operating Officer & UEFA B licence Coach Hollie Varney, as they di…

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North London Derby Analysis | Reacting to Leah Williamson’s reception at the Emirates 21:31

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North London is Red! Arsenal clinched a 1-0 win over Tottenham where Kim Little brought control and balance to the game. Fans eagerly welcomed Leah Williamson back at The back-to-back sold-out crowd at the Emirates! Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Content Creator Nancy Baker as they discuss the latest …

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Trailfounded out - Trailfinders Women (H) Review, Saracens (A) Review 1:34:02

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After a long weekend of a LOT of rugby to get over Friday night’s disappointment of a tough and (surprising) defeat at home to Mattioli Woods Welford Road, Jess and Jacob are here to offer listeners some catharsis, as well as digressions on the lore of Jacob’s lucky socks, and have a good natter as to what the club can be doing to improve promoting…

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Carla Ward | Exclusive Interview with Aston Villa's Manager - Reacting to Laura Blindkilde Brown’s Departure 33:35

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Carla Ward’s honest reaction to Laura Blindkilde Brown’s move to Manchester City in the January transfer window! How has Carla Ward dealt with the criticism this season? Is the International scheduling too much for the players? Welcome back to Boots, Balls, and Bras! Your Host, Fara Williams, is joined by Aston Villa Manager Carla Ward as they disc…

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Bear All: Pride Special with Bristol Bisons 51:17

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Jake Woolmore and Max Lahiff are joined by Jonny and Max from Bristol Bisons - the South West's first inclusive and queer friendly rugby team - to discuss Premiership rugby Pride weekend, the history of the Bisons and barriers for the LGBTQ+ community in sport.By Bristol Bears

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