The Scrum of the Earth Rugby Podcast

Hello! My name is David Lawrence, and I'm an American Rugby fan who follows the game all over the globe. The Scrum of the Earth is a weekly podcast, with bonus episodes frequently thrown in. Each week, we look at news and results from around the world, and we look ahead to upcoming action. I support my USA Eagles, the New England Free Jacks in MLR, Scotland internationally, and a few other teams in leagues I follow, from the NPC to the Super Six. Please get in touch @OfScrum or TheScrumOfTheEarth@gmail.com, I am always happy to answer questions or respond to your ideas. Cheers, and be well! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescrumoftheearth/support

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Rugby
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{BONUS EPISODE} Phil from the Jack's Rangers Sh...
<p>Wherein I am thrilled to welcome back my dear friend and record-holding guest, Phil Harris from the Jack&#39;s Rangers Show, to discuss all things MLR and our beloved 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>
71 min
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Episode 90 - Tackling a Full Wardrobe, Weekend ...
<p>Wherein I really get into it with Europe, enjoy another home win for my Free Jacks, and generally inject a modicum of silliness into the world of rugby.</p> <p>The article about the impact of the Luther Burrell investigation was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/apr/05/maro-itoje-hopeful-english-rugby-racism-investigation-can-change-game-for-better">https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/apr/05/maro-itoje-hopeful-english-rugby-racism-investigation-can-change-game-for-better</a></p> <p>The article about New Zealand’s investment in the women’s game was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/a-game-for-all-nzr-launch-10-year-plan-to-grow-womens-rugby/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/a-game-for-all-nzr-launch-10-year-plan-to-grow-womens-rugby/</a></p> <p>All the stuff about this round of Super Rugby was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/super-rugby-pacific-preview-richie-mounga-set-to-shine-in-milestone-match-for-crusaders-and-wallaby-scrum-half-showdown-in-brisbane">https://www.planetrugby.com/news/super-rugby-pacific-preview-richie-mounga-set-to-shine-in-milestone-match-for-crusaders-and-wallaby-scrum-half-showdown-in-brisbane</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>
30 min
178
Episode 89 - Your Weekend Wrap-Up, and More!
<p>Wherein I am thrilled to get back to all the action in the EPCR, disappointed at a loss for my beloved Free Jacks, and thrilled by another round down in Super Rugby Pacific. I also manage to inject a healthy amount of silliness, as usual!</p> <p>The article about Louis Lynagh was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/harlequins-the-louis-lynagh-return-and-evans-with-england-latest/">https://www.rugbypass.com/news/harlequins-the-louis-lynagh-return-and-evans-with-england-latest/</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>
34 min
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Episode 88 - The Cardiff Octogenarians, A Tight...
<p>Wherein I cover another massive weekend of some incredible rugby, celebrate another home win for my Free Jacks, and I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>The article about “Razor” was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65023372">https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/65023372</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>
33 min
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{BONUS EPISODE} Interview with the Free Jacks' ...
<p>Wherein I sit down with two of the Free Jacks&#39; new players this year, Andrew Quattrin and Cole Keith. We chat all kinds of stuff before getting to a lovely Speed Round, and it was a ton of fun, I hope you enjoy it. I had some audio issues and had to use an alternative mic, so the sound quality isn&#39;t up to snuff, apologies for that!</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>
45 min
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Episode 87 - The Super Super Super Round! Weeke...
<p>Wherein I wrap up this year’s Six Nations, look at all the action in Super Rugby both Pacific and Aupiki, marvel at another beautiful win for my Free Jacks over our fiercest rivals, and you guessed it, I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>Six Nations: 5:28</p> <p>Super Rugby Pacific: 17:06</p> <p>Super Rugby Aupiki: 25:10</p> <p>Major League Rugby: 27:00</p> <p>The article about England Rugby was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/mar/12/english-rugby-needs-saving-from-its-bloated-self-after-france-horror-show">https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/mar/12/english-rugby-needs-saving-from-its-bloated-self-after-france-horror-show</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>
35 min
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Episode 86 - Wales Get a Win, England Get Spank...
<p>Wherein I chat what could have been my all-time favorite weekend of Six Nations, catch up on Super Rugby, the final round of Super Rugby Aupiki, and finally get back to Fort Quincy to witness the return of my beloved Free Jacks. I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>Show Contents:</p> <p>Six Nations: 4:41</p> <p>Super Rugby Pacific: 12:28</p> <p>Super Rugby Aupiki: 17:45</p> <p>Gallagher Premiership: 19:15</p> <p>Major League Rugby: 23:49</p> <p>The article about Gregor and Hoggie was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/stuart-hogg-scotland-head-coach-gregor-townsend-lauds-full-back-ahead-of-100th-cap-and-predicts-sparkling-performance-against-ireland"><u>https://www.planetrugby.com/news/stuart-hogg-scotland-head-coach-gregor-townsend-lauds-full-back-ahead-of-100th-cap-and-predicts-sparkling-performance-against-ireland</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
32 min
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Episode 85 - I Reckon the Koala! Weekend Roundu...
<p>Wherein I finally nail down a (potential) new format to deal with the stupid amount of rugby on offer at the moment, completely avoid complaining about Blow Rugby for a change, and stare, agape, at Charles Piutau’s immovable hair. I also manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>The article about the Pacific Four Series was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/where-the-world-champion-black-ferns-will-play-in-2023/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/where-the-world-champion-black-ferns-will-play-in-2023/</u></a></p> <p>The article about the “rugby-style” QB Sneak was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/eagles-qb-sneak-push-nfl-rule-change/g9demdinbzutq1xzxbx5z3ry"><u>https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/eagles-qb-sneak-push-nfl-rule-change/g9demdinbzutq1xzxbx5z3ry</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
33 min
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Episode 84, Part Two - Super Rugby, the E. coli...
<p>Wherein I go over a positively goofy amount of rugby, complain about Flo, but pledge to do less of that, forget to toss in a Danny-Care-Is-Old joke, sadly, but still manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>This is PART TWO of a TWO PART EPISODE, covering Super Rugby Pacific, Super Rugby Aupiki, the URC, and the MLR.</p> <p>The article about the ongoing issues in Wales was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413"><u>https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413</u></a></p> <p>The piece about Super Rugby Aupiki was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins"><u>https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
28 min
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Episode 84, Part One - Six Nations, The Prem, a...
<p>Wherein I go over a positively goofy amount of rugby, complain about Flo, but pledge to do less of that, forget to toss in a Danny-Care-Is-Old joke, sadly, but still manage to inject some silliness, as per usual.</p> <p>This is PART ONE of a TWO PART EPISODE, covering Six Nations Round 3, Gallagher Premiership Round 18, and Top 14 Round 19.</p> <p>The article about the ongoing issues in Wales was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413"><u>https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/welsh-rugbys-crisis-far-over-26318413</u></a></p> <p>The piece about Super Rugby Aupiki was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins"><u>https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/women-in-sport/131310718/chiefs-manawa-make-loudest-statement-as-new-super-rugby-aupiki-season-begins</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
24 min
186
Episode 83 - SO Much Rugby, Including the Retur...
<p>Wherein I manage to cover a stupid amount of rugby, yet again, and manage to inject some silliness, as well.</p> <p>The article about rugby and motherhood was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64655045"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64655045</u></a></p> <p>The article about Eddie Jones and the “forgotten Wallabies” was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/how-eddie-jones-return-opens-up-opportunities-for-forgotten-wallabies/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/how-eddie-jones-return-opens-up-opportunities-for-forgotten-wallabies/</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
30 min
187
{BONUS EPISODE} An American Take on Six Nations...
<p>Wherein I sit down with Chris Lind, AKA "Bozo 6," to talk rounds 1 and 2 of Six Nations. We talk about Chris' own experience getting into rugby, his transition from the gridiron code to Rugby Union, make predictions about rounds 3-5 of Six Nations, and more! Can we resist throwing in some Free Jacks chat? No, of course we cannot.</p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
68 min
188
{BONUS EPISODE} "The Road to Fenway," a Free Ja...
<p>Wherein I sit down with Assistant Coach Mike Rogers, then Free Jacks 'First Five' Jayson Potroz to talk the new MLR season, the state of the Free Jacks and Rugby in America, the NPC, being a dad, and so much more!</p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
76 min
189
Episode 82 - Six Nations, Round Two, and So Muc...
<p>Wherein I go on and on about some great performances in Round Two of the Six Nations, cry into my beer at the state of Welsh Rugby, quickly check in on the Rugby Europe Championship, and manage to inject some silliness, as usual.</p> <p>The article about Simon Middleton was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64543628"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64543628</u></a></p> <p>The article about Steve Diamond and the Worcester Warriors drama was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/furious-steve-diamond-brands-atlas-plan-as-clutching-at-straws-worcester/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/furious-steve-diamond-brands-atlas-plan-as-clutching-at-straws-worcester/</u></a></p> <p>The item about Sergio Parisse’s retirement announcement was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.planetrugby.com/news/expert-witness-sergio-parisse-on-his-retirement-call-italys-new-dna-and-the-six-nations"><u>https://www.planetrugby.com/news/expert-witness-sergio-parisse-on-his-retirement-call-italys-new-dna-and-the-six-nations</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
29 min
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Episode 81 - Six Nations has Arrived! And Much ...
<p>Wherein I spend most of our time yacking about the 2023 Six Nations, and get into some URC, some Top 14, and at least allude to the new Rugby Europe Championship. I also skipped the U20’s stuff, but if I missed anything, you can always drop me a line!</p> <p>The article about the Rugby Europe Championship was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-rugby-europe-championship-deserves-your-attention/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-rugby-europe-championship-deserves-your-attention/</u></a></p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
35 min
191
{BONUS EPISODE} New England Free Jacks Back Row...
<p>Wherein I sit down for a lovely chat with one of our fantastic new recruits, Mr. Mitch Jacobson. Mitch denies his name carries weight in New Zealand, but what else would we expect from a Kiwi?</p> <p>If you'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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
38 min
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Episode 80 - Finn is Cool as a Cucumber! Weeken...
<p>Wherein I discuss all the goings-on from rounds 16, 16, and 13 in the Top 14, Prem, and URC, respectively, and insert several bits of silliness, as well.</p> <p>The article about Bernard LaPorte was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64391140"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64391140</u></a></p> <p>All the info about the HSCBC Sevens can be found here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.world.rugby/sevens-series/?lang=en"><u>https://www.world.rugby/sevens-series/?lang=en</u></a></p> <p>The very interesting history of Sebastian Cancelliere’s former club is here, I highly recommend reading it! It all started with a theatre company…</p> <p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hind%C3%BA_Club"><u>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hind%C3%BA_Club</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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[BONUS EPISODE] The Return of Tom Kindley, Gene...
<p>Wherein I again sit down with the incredible TK, truly a man among men, and chat all things Free Jacks for the upcoming season. So much insight, and so many great quotes!&nbsp;</p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
53 min
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Episode 79 - A Wintry Mix - Round 4 in the Euro...
<p>Wherein I go through all the European action and insert several bits of silliness, as well.</p> <p>The article about tackle height was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64333462"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64333462</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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{BONUS EPISODE} Free Jacks Fan Fest, Featuring ...
<p>Wherein I get into the real fan ish for our beloved Free Jacks, featuring the one and only Phil Harris!</p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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Episode 78 - The Rains Continue in Europe-Not-E...
<p>Wherein I go through all the European action and insert several bits of silliness, as well.</p> <p>The article about Louis Rees-Zammit was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/gloucester-give-rough-guide-update-on-louis-rees-zammit-injury-wales/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/gloucester-give-rough-guide-update-on-louis-rees-zammit-injury-wales/</u></a></p> <p>The piece about the coaching clashes in League One was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/blueprints-of-four-rugby-masterminds-on-show-in-mouth-watering-league-one-clashes/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/blueprints-of-four-rugby-masterminds-on-show-in-mouth-watering-league-one-clashes/</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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{BONUS EPISODE} "A Grey Muddy Puddle" - Six Nat...
<p>Wherein I get back to talking all things Six Nations and Scottish Rugby. A surprising amount of laughs ensue, I highly recommend it.</p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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Episode 77 - Big Upsets, Huge Rainstorms, and M...
<p>Wherein I review some amazing weekend action, enjoy two full days of an open bar, and complain ever-so-slightly about Blow Rugby!</p> <p>The article about Steve Hansen’s thoughts was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/steve-hansen-the-best-player-i-ever-coached-and-the-secret-he-kept-from-me/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/steve-hansen-the-best-player-i-ever-coached-and-the-secret-he-kept-from-me/</u></a></p> <p>The article about RG Snyman was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.rugbypass.com/news/long-awaited-rg-snyman-comeback-has-encountered-yet-another-delay-munster/"><u>https://www.rugbypass.com/news/long-awaited-rg-snyman-comeback-has-encountered-yet-another-delay-munster/</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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Episode 76 - Border Beagles Run Rampant, the Gr...
<p>Wherein I flip out about all the latest action, complain about some goofy crap, and toss in a hefty dollop of silliness, just for taste.</p> <p>The article about coaching speculation was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/130611110/who-will-be-coaching-the-all-blacks-australia-and-scotland-in-2024"><u>https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/130611110/who-will-be-coaching-the-all-blacks-australia-and-scotland-in-2024</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
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Episode 75 - So Many Festive Derbies! Weekend R...
<p>Wherein I get WAY too excited about the holiday weekend, with a hefty dollop of silliness thrown in, as well.</p> <p>The article about Finn Russell’s move to Bath was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64043070"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64043070</u></a></p> <p>The article about the so-called “shot clock” was here:</p> <p><a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64069729"><u>https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/64069729</u></a></p> <p>If you'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 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"><u>https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth"><u>https://anchor.fm/thescrumoftheearth</u></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>
31 min