<p>Wherein I again sit down with the brilliant Craig Manson to look ahead to Rugby World Cup.</p> <p>If you&#39;re not currently supporting the Scottish Rugby Podcast, I highly recommend it!</p> <p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast/posts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast/posts</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I flip out about ENG v FIJI, flip out in the opposite way about SA v NZ, and generally enjoy an overly-full weekend of rugby.</p> <p>The article about changed allegiances was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/every-player-who-has-changed-nationalities-for-the-rugby-world-cup">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/every-player-who-has-changed-nationalities-for-the-rugby-world-cup</a></p> <p>The article about Siya Kolisi was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/all-black-ardie-savea-pays-tribute-to-springbok-skipper-siya-kolisi-after-miracle-recovery">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/all-black-ardie-savea-pays-tribute-to-springbok-skipper-siya-kolisi-after-miracle-recovery</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I sit down to talk all things New Zealand Rugby with famed author, Jamie Wall. We talk about his incredible books, as well as the past, present and future of rugby!</p> <p>The article referenced was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/496240/all-blacks-fly-in-under-the-radar-and-that-s-how-they-like-it" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/496240/all-blacks-fly-in-under-the-radar-and-that-s-how-they-like-it</a></p> <p>His website, where you can purchase all his great books, is here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.jamiewallrugby.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.jamiewallrugby.com/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I trip over myself trying to cover way too much rugby, but manage to inject some random silliness, as usual.</p> <p>The article about Stuart McInally was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/scotland-star-retire-after-omission-27529574">https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/scotland-star-retire-after-omission-27529574</a></p> <p>The article about Trowbridge Rugby Club Women was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-wiltshire-66518977">https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-wiltshire-66518977</a></p> <p>The article about Selica Winiata was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.provincial.rugby/news/a-century-for-shorty-selica-winiata-set-to-play-100th-game-for-manawatu/">https://www.provincial.rugby/news/a-century-for-shorty-selica-winiata-set-to-play-100th-game-for-manawatu/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I, at long last, sit down for a chat with the incredible Sammy Sullivan of the USA Eagle Sevens and the Pittsburgh Steeltoes!</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I am sad to have missed a bunch of the action, while being excited to have had a chance to go away camping, which I’ve been hoping to do all summer!</p> <p>The article about Losh Lord was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/all-blacks-call-up-young-lock-for-world-cup-warm-up-game-with-springboks">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/all-blacks-call-up-young-lock-for-world-cup-warm-up-game-with-springboks</a></p> <p>The article about the dubious RWC records was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/six-unwanted-rugby-world-cup-records-including-the-worst-win-rate-in-finals">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/six-unwanted-rugby-world-cup-records-including-the-worst-win-rate-in-finals</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I get overly excited about the return of the NPC, fawn unapologetically over the international action, and say a bunch of silly nonsense, as per usual.</p> <p>The article about the names on the Irish jerseys was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbydump.com/news/ireland-fans-furious-as-irfu-announce-big-change-ahead-of-the-autumn-nations-series/">https://www.rugbydump.com/news/ireland-fans-furious-as-irfu-announce-big-change-ahead-of-the-autumn-nations-series/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I go on and on about the final round of the BNRC, Round 3 of the FPC, and a handful of men’s internationals, as well.</p> <p>The article about Dai Young was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/cardiff-chairman-pens-open-letter-to-fans-after-exit-of-dai-young/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/cardiff-chairman-pens-open-letter-to-fans-after-exit-of-dai-young/</a></p> <p>The article about the RWC Pool Selection was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/world-rugby-will-have-the-pool-draw-as-late-as-possible-for-the-27-world-cup/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/world-rugby-will-have-the-pool-draw-as-late-as-possible-for-the-27-world-cup/</a></p> <p>The brief game recap from <strong>SAM </strong>v <strong>FIJ </strong>was on the <a href="https://www.fijitribune.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Fiji Tribune</a> website, but I’m afraid I can’t find it anymore.</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I go over all the latest action, including the BNRC, the FPC, and the penultimate weekend in the Premier Rugby Sevens comp.</p> <p>The article about players joining the Top 14 was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/a-staggering-star-studded-top-14-new-entrants-23/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/a-staggering-star-studded-top-14-new-entrants-23/</a></p> <p>The article about Johnny Sexton’s replacements was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/the-ireland-players-who-can-benefit-from-johnny-sextons-absence-ahead-of-the-rugby-world-cup">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/the-ireland-players-who-can-benefit-from-johnny-sextons-absence-ahead-of-the-rugby-world-cup</a></p> <p>The review of NZ v SA was here:</p> <p><a href="https://super.rugby/therugbychampionship/news/all-blacks-favouries-for-title-after-fast-start-against-boks/">https://super.rugby/therugbychampionship/news/all-blacks-favouries-for-title-after-fast-start-against-boks/</a></p> <p>The review of AUS v ARG was here:</p> <p><a href="https://super.rugby/therugbychampionship/news/argentina-score-in-79th-minute-to-defeat-the-wallabies-in-sydney/">https://super.rugby/therugbychampionship/news/argentina-score-in-79th-minute-to-defeat-the-wallabies-in-sydney/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I sit down with a full 4-guest panel of all-stars to chat mostly very silly stuff. It&#39;s been two long years, and I can&#39;t wait to start on Season Three!</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I sit down with Phil from the Jack&#39;s Rangers Show to talk the MLR Championship Final, the season in general, and give out our awards to finish off the year!</p> <p>Phil&#39;s fantastic pod can be found here, among other places:</p> <p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacks-rangers-show/id1614161907" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacks-rangers-show/id1614161907</a></p> <p>Also, check out the website, where you can get some great merch, as well!</p> <p><a href="https://www.jacksrangers.com/">https://www.jacksrangers.com/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, and thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I go on in great detail about the experience of being at an MLR Final, and spend some time being a bit bored by the blowouts in the Southern Hemisphere.</p> <p>The article about the Free Jacks’ championship was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.majorleague.rugby/news/late-malan-try-hands-new-england-inaugural-mlr-crown/">https://www.majorleague.rugby/news/late-malan-try-hands-new-england-inaugural-mlr-crown/</a></p> <p>The article about Premiership Women’s Rugby was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/66028766">https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/66028766</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I again sit down with the lovely Jonny McGinty to discuss all things EPCR!</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I sit down to chat with Robbie Nock, the man I think of as the Voice of the Top 14!</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I go absolutely batty about another Free Jacks win, this time with our highest stakes to date, as well as several other bits, with moments of silliness mixed in as per usual.</p> <p>The article about Henry Thomas was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/richest-man-world-rugby-steps-27240085">https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/richest-man-world-rugby-steps-27240085</a></p> <p>The article about Eddie Jones and the value of coaching coaching coaches was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/07/03/the-wrap-how-to-fix-australian-rugby-its-all-about-coaching-the-coaches/?openUserPanel=true">https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/07/03/the-wrap-how-to-fix-australian-rugby-its-all-about-coaching-the-coaches/?openUserPanel=true</a></p> <p>The match report for SD v SEA was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.majorleague.rugby/news/san-diego-legion-overpower-seattle-seawolves-32-10-for-a-spot-in-the-championship-final/">https://www.majorleague.rugby/news/san-diego-legion-overpower-seattle-seawolves-32-10-for-a-spot-in-the-championship-final/</a></p> <p>The match report for the Free Jacks v DC was here:</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I lament being down to so few games, go bonkers over the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final, and desperately try to follow the Premier Sevens competition. I also admit why I didn’t want to see NY coming back for another Eastern Conference Final.</p> <p>The article about Marcos Kremer’s suspension was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/all-blacks-receive-boost-as-rival-arch-nemesis-rubbed-out/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/all-blacks-receive-boost-as-rival-arch-nemesis-rubbed-out/</a></p> <p>The article about diversity in the Springboks was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/springboks-diversity-could-be-key-to-world-cup-defence/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/springboks-diversity-could-be-key-to-world-cup-defence/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I again sit down with Free Jacks&#39; star, Mitch Jacobson, to wrap up an incredible regular season.</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I am completely and utterly blown away by the Top 14 Final, a game that instantly vaulted to the all-timers club. Meanwhile, there’s fun in Super Rugby, another win to remain unbeaten at home for my Free Jacks, and 5 red cards in Dallas.</p> <p>The article about Hollie Davidson was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.world.rugby/news/815577/hollie-davidson-world-rugby-u20-championship-interview">https://www.world.rugby/news/815577/hollie-davidson-world-rugby-u20-championship-interview</a></p> <p>The article about Sara Cox and here MBE was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65902844">https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65902844</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I regret the ends of multiple comps, but get over-excited at the action we still have coming.</p> <p>The article about London Irish was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65834979">https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65834979</a></p> <p>The article about Brad Thorn was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/no-one-in-the-media-talks-about-that-we-dont-either/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/no-one-in-the-media-talks-about-that-we-dont-either/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I make a fuss over the final round of Super Rugby Pacific, wonder if my eyes are deceiving me as they took in 2 road wins out of 2 in the Top 14, and thoroughly enjoy another impressive Free Jacks victory.</p> <p>The article about two greats leaving Toulon was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/emotional-sergio-parisse-leaves-the-field-in-final-ever-match/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/emotional-sergio-parisse-leaves-the-field-in-final-ever-match/</a></p> <p>The article about the countdown to RWC 2023 was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/world-rugby-statement-100-days-to-go-to-rugby-world-cup-2023/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/world-rugby-statement-100-days-to-go-to-rugby-world-cup-2023/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I sit down once again with John and Craig from the Scottish Rugby Podcast to discuss the URC Grand Final, as well as the season that was.</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I cover the two big finals which ended up a bit boring, the hangfire ending to an epic Top 14 season, the penultimate round in Super Rugby, and another smashing win for my beloved Free Jacks at Fort Quincy. An amazing weekend overall, and check out the BONUS EPISODE coming out shortly where we cover not just the URC Final, but the overall season, it’s a real hoot, be sure to check it out. </p> <p>Please leave a review!</p> <p>The article about the URC Draft was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65694650">https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65694650</a></p> <p>The article about the 2025 British and Irish Lions was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/may/24/premiership-rugby-ready-to-move-2025-final-forward-to-aid-british-irish-lions">https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/may/24/premiership-rugby-ready-to-move-2025-final-forward-to-aid-british-irish-lions</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I thoroughly enjoy a chat with returning Free Jacks hero, last year&#39;s MLR MVP, Mr. Beaudein Waaka.</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I try my best to cover an incredible weekend without melting down completely.</p> <p>Contents:</p> <ul> <li><p>Current Updates</p> </li> <li><p>News</p> </li> <li><p>Thoughts of the Week</p> </li> <li><p>Reviews</p> </li> <ul> <li><p>Challenge Cup Final</p> </li> <li><p>Champions Cup Final</p> </li> <li><p>Super Rugby Pacific</p> </li> <li><p>MLR</p> </li> </ul> <li><p>Diamond in the Ruck</p> </li> <li><p>Updates and Previews</p> </li> </ul> <p>The article about players switching national allegiance was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/best-players-world-rugby-switching-26924578">https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/best-players-world-rugby-switching-26924578</a></p> <p>The thought piece about Zoe Harrison was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/zoe-harrison-people-say-you-dont-look-like-you-play-rugby-what-does-that-mean/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/zoe-harrison-people-say-you-dont-look-like-you-play-rugby-what-does-that-mean/</a></p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>

<p>Wherein I get very excited to welcome back a fantastic returning guest, Coach Scott Mathie of the New England Free Jacks!</p> <p>If you&#39;re enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven’t left a review, I’d really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it’s really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support!</p> <p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth">https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</a></p> <p>Thanks, cheers and be well!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support</a>