Best Bristol Rugbys Podcasts (2025)

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S6E17: In the Bleak Midwinter (with Charlie Bracken) 50:21

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! There's a general air of 'Bah Humbug' with a men's team back to old frustrating ways at home to Exeter, however Jez, Barry and John are doing their best to feel festive, with the cheer brought by the Women's team winning at Sale, and a feature interview with the excellent Charlie Bra…

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Series 7 - Episode 12: A new nadir for Gloucester as they are thumped away to Leicester in the Slater Cup; Glos-Hartpury break new records; Three signings announced ofr the 26/27 season 59:06

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We have got used to poor displays and bad results over the past few years, but this one sticks out as one of the most disappointing. A dreadful performance away to Leicester in the Slater Cup saw Gloucester comprehensively beaten. The same old excuses trotted out once again and compounded by more injuries. The response online and among supporters h…

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Oh God Here Comes the Circus - Trailfinders Women (A) Review and Gloucester-Hartpury (H) Preview with Hannah Crawfurd 1:37:18

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Hannah returns to the fold to discuss with Jacob about what went wrong for Tigers Women in Ealing but also the positives, including kicking, scrums and two gorgeous tries! Then, Jacob, in an LTW Fancast exclusive, interviews University of Nottingham's WRFC's club captain Jasmine Murray about Nottingham's unbeaten season in BUCS Premier North, her e…

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S6E16: D(r)owned in Durban/Determined in Devon 35:58

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Alex and Duncan join a coming and going Jez to discuss an indominatable win by the Women at Chiefs, and Ifs, Buts and Maybes in South Africa where the half full glasses were self filling. Follow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to hear all our latest news first…

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🏆 Champions Cup Shock | Glasgow Warriors Slay Toulouse ⚔️ 59:52

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The Champions Cup 2025–26 delivered one of its wildest results yet — and we’re joined by Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle Steyn after his side produced a European classic, coming from 21–0 down to beat six-time champions Toulouse 28–21 at Scotstoun in a result that sent shockwaves across Europe. In this episode of Maul or Nothing, the Glasgow skipper …

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🐻Bear's Special; Fitz Harding & Benhard JVR Unfiltered 27:11

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This week on Maul Or Nothing, we’re joined by Bristol Bears captain Fitz Harding and powerhouse centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg for an episode packed with chaos, laughs, and exclusive rugby chat. We get the lowdown on a heavy week with the Babaas, where there was more happening off the pitch than on it... We debate who's Uncle Pat’s favourite Bea…

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Bonus Pod: Exclusive Interview with Hermione Farmer 8:49

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Hero of the semi-viral scrap from the weekend against Harlequins, Hermione Farmer, joins Jacob for an exclusive chat about her route to Tigers through playing for Newcastle University in BUCS Premier North and Champ 1 North for Novacastrians, to her ambitions moving forward, positional flexibility in the back five and her recollection of the scrapp…

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Series 7 - Episode 11: Gloucester win their opening Champions Cup match with a shambolic lineout; Glos-Hartpury continue their unbeaten start, but with a scare; Munster/Cork preview; World Cup 2027 1:08:29

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Overall a really pleasing weekend for both Gloucester and Glos-Hartpury as they secured wins against difficult opposition. But the Bonus point victories were not as straightforward as they should have been. The Women struggled to put away an entertaining Ealing side, while the Men managed to secure 5 points despite having a shambolic lineout (Helpe…

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S6E15: French Lessons in NW4 (Featuring Mike Hynard) 1:18:49

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Barry and Alex join Duncan to discuss two wet victories over Claremont and Loughborough, together with sundry topics such as reading books and zebras . Mike Hynard, Head Coach at Saracens Academy, explains how they are so successful and why the future looks bright. Follow the Fezcast…

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Ep 212 - A mid week 'Edu-Pod' with a deep dive into all things Pau and a chat with the Bears Supporters Advisory Committee 38:50

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Just like the BBC, the pod is here to inform, educate and entertain so we were delighted to chat with Rob Graham from the Rosbifs Rugby pod about all things Pau. He gives us an insight into this less fashionble club from the foot of the Pyrenees and predicts how they might shape up at Ashton Gate on Sunday. We also hear from Mark and Cameron from t…

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⚡️Champions Cup is BACK – The Big Dogs on 🔥 55:26

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The Champions Cup roars back and the heavyweights arrive scorching hot — huge statements, harsh collapses, outrageous individual performances and early contenders already emerging. We dive into: 💥 Etzebeth’s 12-week ban — too lenient? 🐻 MAX in Llanelli early doors with Genge & Oghre 🧢 RYAN on duty in Manchester for Sale v Glasgow and then onto the …

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Ep 211 - European campaign underway as Bears squeeze past a dogged Scarlets 54:47

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In this episode we review the game against Scarlets. It looked like we were cruising at 12-0 up with more points to come but the home side had other ideas and put in a proper shift to take us to the wire. We discuss the reasons why this might have happened as well as hear the thoughts of some listeners. Equally as importantly the game marked the fi…

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Series 7 - Episode 10: Finally a league win for Gloucester; Glos-Hartpury maintain their perfect start; Red cards galore and R360 delayed 1:18:46

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Finally, Gloucester secured their first league win of the season as they beat an underwhelming Quins side with a Bonus point try. We chat through the performances that stood out including excellent contributions from Lewis Ludlow, Ollie Thorley and Ben Redshaw. We also discuss Glos-Hartpury's perfect start to the season, this time after a thumping …

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S6E14: Down the Plughole 57:52

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! This week, Jez, Matt and Alex review a mixed weekend, with the Women's team marching on with a big win over Trailfinders, and the men sinking to a late defeat against Bath. There's also time to discuss some international red mist! Follow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook an…

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Clear Signs of Progress! Loughborough Lightning (A) Review, Harlequins (H) Preview featuring Jess Bunyard and Hattie the Rugby Historian 1:49:04

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Well, well, well what a huge episode we have in store for you lovely listeners today! Jess Bunyard returns for a terrific segment on what she's been getting up to for the club and gives an insight into the exciting work she's been doing in the community game and improving attendances at Mattioli Woods Welford Road! Jacob is also joined by Hattie th…

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🦖🟥 Gougezilla: Etzebeth Horror Show + Bristol Blitz Saints & URC Upsets ⚡ 48:20

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🎙️ This week on Maul or Nothing we dive into one of the wildest rugby weekends of the year — from Etzebeth’s Gougezilla moment, and reds all across the leagues to Bristol detonating Saints, shockwaves in the URC, and Europe about to kick off. Monster drama everywhere. 💈 Sponsored by MANSCAPED®️ (AD) 🎯 Get 15% OFF the White Hot Lawn Mower®️ 5.0 Ultr…

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Ep 210 - Bears win well in the one game Prem restart as West Wales awaits 1:03:19

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SORRY - for some unspecified reason the sound quality isn't as crisp us usual but there isn't much I can do about it 😭. Let us know what you think!By Bears Beyond The Gate

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Let's Get Loughborough: Saracens (A) Review and Loughborough Lightning (A) Preview 1:23:38

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Slow news week, eh? Hannah returns to kick the dead horse that is Sky Sports Halo, whilst Jacob also makes a Wicked related promise to the listeners ahead of the East Mids Derby. In a bumper news section, we talk Abby Dow's retirement, PWR referee initiatives and sifting through a bunch of great work that Jess Bunyard has been getting up to for the…

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S6E13: Young Guns Hit The Bullseye 30:27

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! This week, the Fezcast's own Prem Cup tackle-bag holders Barry & Matt step in to discuss a comprehensive victory for the young guns against Newcastle which keep our semi-final qualification hopes alive. they also touch on the Autumn Internationals, and just one of the many rumours fl…

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Ep 209 - Rapid Saints preview 31:24

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The lads jump on Zoom to speculate on the team for Saints this coming Saturday now that the Autumn International break is over. Which returning players will feature? Have we succesfullly reduced our Guinness world record breaking injury list to more manageable levels? Is the officiating team for the weekend more akin to watching a mash up of Last o…

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England Undefeated 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 + Brutal Boks Smash Ireland 🇿🇦💥 | Autumn Internationals Review 🏉 1:03:49

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England stay undefeated, the Boks brutally smash Ireland's pack, and the Autumn Internationals kick up more talking points. Marc, Ryan & Max break down every huge moment — from red cards and hat-tricks to tunnel bust-ups and record breakers. 🏉🔥 England survive a fierce Argentina comeback, Ireland collapse under Bok pressure, Wales run in four again…

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Series 7 - Episode 9: Gloucester beat Bath in the PREM Cup; Glos-Hartpury maintain unbeaten league start; DoR rumours and John Mitchell 'helping' the coaches; England beat the All Blacks 1:28:13

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A packed week and it took two attempts to record. Jim and Ed discuss the win for Gloucester over Bath in the PREM Cup as well as Gloucester-Hartpury maintaining their 100% winning start in the PWR. Rumours galore at Gloucester as news leaked around potential DoR interviews, John Mitchell 'helping' the coaches in an unpaid non consultant role. Meanw…

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🔥 All Blacks Aura Annihilated! | Evan Roos + John Barclay 1:09:01

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🎙️ This week on Maul or Nothing we’re joined by the heavyweight duo Evan Roos and John Barclay as we break down a wild weekend of international rugby. From England shattering the All Blacks’ aura to Scotland’s Murrayfield misery, this might be the most explosive recap yet. (Plus Ryan and Barcs are on a weird lone wolf camping holiday) 💈 Sponsored b…

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S6E12: A Winning Weekend (Featuring Harry Wilson) 1:04:12

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Jez is joined by Duncan, alex and David Loxham to discuss big wins for the Women, Men and England. Harry Wilson discusses his progression from the Champ to the Prem and coaching the Women Follow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to hear all our latest news first…

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Giving a platform to Leicester Tigers Women - Special Bonus Pod with Zoe McGrady 31:15

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After another heavy defeat against Saracens Women, Jacob thought it would be cool to do something a bit different to lighten the mood, therefore Zoe McGrady of BBC Radio Leicester dials in to chat about her journey to hosting the Women's Sport Show, her background being a Leicester City groundskeeper and her love for the Tigers Women team. Stay tun…

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Bouncing back from the Bye Week - Saracens (A) Preview with Sam Bytheway of the Women’s Rugby Show 1:20:28

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Back from Tigers' bye week in the PWR and we have a bumper episode for you. Sam Bytheway, the brains behind the fantastic Women's Rugby Show, brings his expertise on the women's game to chat about the recent news of the PWR doing a long overdue study to look into the declining presence of female coaches in the sport, whilst also previewing this wee…

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S6E11: An Earl rules England as the Women take care of Bristol Bears 49:38

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Jez (with a microphone wrapped in a blanket) joins Duncan, John and Alex to discuss Saracens players who shone in the internationals (and a Quins player who didn't), plus the women who also shone through the Bristol rain. Follow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube…

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💔 Blair Kinghorn & Adam Hastings: Heartbreak in Edinburgh 44:35

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The boys are back together and this week they’re on tour/stag do in the Scottish capital. Marc, Ryan and Max head to Murrayfield hoping to witness history — could this finally be the Scotland team to break the All Blacks curse? Joining them are Scotland stars Blair Kinghorn and Adam Hastings, who relive the drama on and off the pitch. From Hasto’s …

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Ep 208 - Dunnie's off - when is an exhibition not an exhibition - women lose to Sarries - and listener loose ends tied up 55:48

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Series 7 - Episode 8: Gloucester's young guns secure a rare win at Sale; England beat the Aussies; Red Card controversy in Chicago; Glos-Hartpury win away and Ed's Rugby League adventure 48:54

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A much more docile pod this week as we run through a well deserved and creditable win for the Gloucester young guns away at Sale in the Prem Cup, England beating Australia in an impressive and controlled performance and Glos-Hartpury securing a comfortable win over Exeter Chiefs. Meanwhile more Head contact/Red card controversy as Ireland were on t…

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The 50 States of the LTW Fancast - Bristol Bears (H) Review with Rugby Julia 1:06:21

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It is the 50th episode of the LTW Fancast, and Jacob is joined by Bristol fan Rugby Julia tuning in from the US of A to have a (hopefully) productive reflection on Tigers' unfortunate 74-0 defeat to the Bears in the PWR, as the list of women's rugby podcasts that Julia has not been on gets ever closer to zero. Stay tuned for fangirling over Tess Fe…

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S6E10: The Saranadians Shine 43:05

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Jez, Alex and Barry have a run through the international games including Maro Itoje's world beating captaincy and the implications of Ben Earl's MotM performance for England. And then on to Sunday where a record crowd watched a world class team of English and Canadian Women thrash Qu…

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🏉Autumn Internationals Erupt! 40:02

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The boys are finally back together — and in surroundings far too plush for them 👀. Live from the Explorer’s Penthouse at the stunning Corinthia London, Ryan, Max, and Marc dive into a wild opening weekend of the Autumn Internationals 2025. 💥 This week: •England get the job done vs Australia — but did the Wallabies ever stand a chance without Will S…

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Mad Max (Tess) Feury Road: Sale Sharks (A) Review and Bristol Bears (H) Preview 1:16:39

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Apparently, Tigers were hapless and got thrashed by a merciless omnipotent Sale Sharks side and then made the scoreline a bit more acceptable in the second half, according to some online and in the med-i-yah. Jacob is joined by Hannah to go through why that wasn't quite the case at all, breaking down how ill-discipline was Tigers' undoing before pr…

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Series 7 - Episode 7: Deja Vu all over again. Two more defeats for Gloucester and five consecutive in the league extending the clubs worst evert start to a season. Glos-Hartpury hammer Sarries . 1:04:58

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Apologies upfront for this pod. Very cathartic, but also self indulgent and ranty. After five consecutive league defeats to start the PREM season (the worst start to a season in the Clubs history), rather than chat through the positives and the two defeats to Bristol and Exeter, we have decided to lay out our frustrations with the current coaching …

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S6E9: A Weekend Away to Forget 54:11

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Jez, Sam and Alex have the tricky job to provide balance in a tough week, with heavy defeats for the men away at Northampton and the women in their league opener in Gloucester Follow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to hear all our latest news first! Click here…

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🏉 Autumn Internationals 2025 Preview | North vs South Rugby War 🌍🔥 1:06:25

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🔥 With the leagues heading into hibernation and the International Window opening, The boys are BACK and the Autumn Internationals are about to blow up! 🌍💣 Time to preview everything worth previewing! 🏉 England’s fly-half war — Ford vs Fin Smith 🇬🇧 🍀 Are Ireland quietly rebuilding or in trouble? 🏴 Scotland to finally beat the All Blacks? 👀 🐉 Can Wal…

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Ep 207 - 'Feisty one you are!' The derby does not disappoint as Bears battle hard but Bath are a bit better 57:18

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It was a derby day to remember and although it didn't go our way for us, the effort was there. Pete, Lee and Miles ‘deep dive’ into the heated clash with them down the road, where the Bears battled hard, created big moments, but ultimately found that Bath were just that little bit better on the day. 🔥 Key Talking Points: Early impact & momentum: Fr…

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S6E8: Glory, Glory, Noah Caluori 44:54

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! .......... as the Men in Black march on. Duncan, Matt and Barry discuss an extraordinary display at Stonex as the teenage sensation makes his first start and rules both air and land (if the pitch had a sea he'd have ruled that as well). We look forward to Saints and Gloucester, with …

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All Blacks Beast Mode: Timoci “Jim” Tavatavanawai on being an AB, Family & Fiji 1:05:50

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The boys are back with Highlanders co-captain and new All Black Timoci “Jim” Tavatavanawai — the Fijian powerhouse on his incredible rise from a village in Fiji to the All Blacks. Jim opens up about his debut, his mum’s sacrifices, and his love of steak & cheese pies! Plus: 🏉 Prem Rugby: Bristol’s 12-try thriller, the growing injury crisis, and why…

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Familiar Foes Lurking - Sale Sharks (A) Preview with Rhiana Lewis 1:00:37

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On Saturday 25th October, 246 (246???) days after the last league outing, Leicester Tigers Women will be playing their season opener against the auld enemy Sale Sharks, emboldened by former Tigers coaches Tom Hudson and Luke Stratford and a host of ex-Tigers players. To go through the - admittedly tough task of predicting how on earth this will pla…

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Ep 206 - Bears regain the Rifles Cup with a seven-try skittling at Kingsholm but an angry Bath await! 1:08:34

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This week we go over Friday night’s 7-try, 49-point dismantling of Gloucester under the lights and in front of the baying crowd at Kingsholm. We regained the Rifles Cup with another warrior-like performance of grit and graft but also sprinkled some fantastic handling and offloading. Despite our injury woes if felt a bit like the Bears Way in its fu…

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Series 7 - Episode 6: Derby day defeat away to Bath; New prop and Jack Singleton stood down ; Look ahead to Bristol 1:03:34

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An expected defeat away to Bath at the (W)Rec(K) but the disappointment was in the manner of the loss - another poor start gave the Cherry and Whites no chance to pick up a surprise win and despite a spirited comeback and some lovely tries the continuing issues in the Lineout ultimately left Gloucester without a Try Bonus point. We chat through the…

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S6E7: North London 1: Almost London 1 (Featuring Joia Bennett) 48:22

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Following a Derby Weekend Jez, Duncan and John discuss the Women's trophy winning performance in the sun against Quins, departing players and the upcoming PWR season. It's then on to a far less happy day at The Stoop, disagreements as to whether it was necessary to discuss the ref, a…

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Ep 205 - Bears win ugly in the ding-dong derby 1:16:46

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Pete, Miles and Lee pick through the narrow win against the Chiefs as well as previewing the upcoming fixture against Gloucester with help from Ed Price from the Cherry Jam fan pod. There is also the usual excellent contributions from listeners and a bonus section on Bennard Janse Van Rensburg's post match interivew with Clare Thomas. Finally, we f…

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Series 7 - Episode 5: Gloucester lose to Northampton in epic - A first half horror show, a second half comeback and the inevitable late disappointment; Lewis Moody MND Diagnosis 1:17:08

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Gloucester's first half horror show ended up costing them despite a heroic comeback in the second half against Northampton. Trailing at one point 31-0, the Cherry and Whites ended up leading the former Champions by a point going into the final 10 minutes only to lose from a late penalty kick. We discuss the game, the overall disappointment and how …

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THOMAS DU TOIT UNCUT 1:10:28

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This week we’ve got a the bath beast on the pod — South Africa’s World Cup–winning prop and fresh Rugby Championship champion, Thomas du Toit. We get into the Boks’ brutal battle with Argentina, that record demolition of the All Blacks, Bath’s big season, transfer gossip (billions of rand?!), and why Rassie Erasmus apparently wants every prop to ki…

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S6E6: Lams to the Slaughter 57:27

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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message! Part 1: Chiefs Scalped: Alex, Barry and Sam join Jez to delight in the Women making our first final of the season. Part 2: Bears Mauled: the guys run through the team and fail to spot a bad performance. Part 3: In a week of heartbreaking news from Lewis Moody, the Fezcast, and Jez in…

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R360 vs The Unions 10:09

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Ep 204 - Bristol have a bad bear day near Barnet... 1:03:39

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The five key takeaways from the pod this week after a few cheeky beers and bit of rugby banter… 1. Bears suffered an "absolute shellacking," losing 50-17 after falling 31-0 down by halftime, though the lads accept that Saracens' performance was "outstanding" and they probably would have beaten any team in the league it was that good. 2. The Bears j…