Best Smashing Sundays Podcasts (2025)

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0005 - Live Loud, Die Free 10:49

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In this electrifying episode of Reverend Riot and the Punk Rock Parish, we crank the volume to maximum and roar into the spirit of resistance through music, movement, and unapologetic identity. “Live Loud, Die Free” is a rallying cry against silence, conformity, and censorship—an ode to the misfits who refuse to be quieted and the cultures that pul…

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#20 South to North; Fort Bragg, Mendocino, Ukiah, Eureka, California, Florence, Yachats, Oregon 57:02

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Send us a text Change is our constant. Except for Big Dog Donuts, those fritters are forever. Coastal California to Coastal Oregon in one trip. Mendocino, CA to Florence, OR for hiking, marble hiding and finding, paddle boarding, and baked goods. And beer. And ice cream. Mojo Pizza- Orick, CA Jersey Scoops- Loleta, CA Il Forno- Garberville, CA Fog …

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0004 - Love is Revolutionary 7:48

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In this episode, Reverend Riot preaches the radical gospel of love—not the soft, sanitized kind sold back to us by Hallmark, but the fire-breathing, barrier-breaking kind that fuels revolutions. We explore how compassion becomes resistance, how chosen family heals the wounds left by broken systems, and how loving boldly in a world built on division…

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#16 Marbles, Peacocks, & Paddle Boards! Klamath, Crater Lake, Bend, Sisters, Florence, Oregon 57:46

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Send us a text Can anyone explain to me why sitting in the van, eating biscuits, and watching peacocks is so entertaining? There's no TV in the van. We survive, somehow. Paddle boarding, cookies, ice cream, hikes, seriously, we have it all! Fish Lake Resort- Eagle Rock, OR Aspen Point Day Use Area- Lake of the Woods- Klamath Falls, OR Give Me Some …

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#18 National Ice Cream Day 2025;Bandon, Reedsport, Florence, Portland, Vancouver, Washington, Oregon 55:55

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Send us a text Scooped Ice Cream Festival for National Ice Cream Day 2025 in Vancouver, WA! Amongst other goodies and paddle boarding we found time, and room in our stomachs, to eat 12 servings of ice cream each on this momentous occasion! Plus some tacos and more ice cream... And beer. Bandon Brewing- Bandon, OR Bandon Coffee Cafe- Bandon, OR Suga…

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#15 Biscuits and Boarding; Bandon, Florence, Depoe Bay, Yachats, Eugene, Bend, Sisters, Salem, Lincoln City, Oregon 55:35

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Send us a text When did biscuits work their way into our routine?! Paddle boarding in this episode, a smash burger, and cake! There are a couple of minutes that no one wants to listen to, but it's funny to hear about the consequences of Jake's poor decisions. Enjoy! Rolling Pin Bake and Brew- Bandon, OR Big Dog Donuts- Florence, OR Whale Bites Cafe…

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#17 4th of July 2025; Lincoln City, Cannon Beach, Astoria, Neskowin, Oregon 54:49

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Send us a text Whitney is off for a holiday?! Get in the van and get in the woods so the dog is not terrified all weekend! Rolling Pin- Bandon, OR Nobe Taphouse- North Bend, OR Amigas Food Truck @ Nobe- North Bend, OR Whale Bites- Depoe Bay, OR Drift Creek Falls Trailhead- Otis, OR Alder House Glass- Lincoln City, OR Lincoln City Donuts and Coffee-…

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#19 Mount Rainier National Park, Washington; Hwy 101, Oregon 1:23:25

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Send us a text Mount Rainier! And the other Rainier! One is a National Park, the other is a lager. Like, beer. Oh, and hot dogs! Hang around after all the important National Park talk for some foodie adventures; otherwise, thanks for stopping by! Nisqually Vista Trail - Same spot where we accessed the Moraine Trail. Check out All Trails! Skyline Tr…

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#14 Paddle Board Season Opener; Redding, Shasta, Whiskeytown, Shasta Lake, Mt Shasta, Orick, California 1:19:43

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Send us a text The beginning of summer can only mean one thing! Paddle Boarding! We decided to travel inland to the warmth of Northern California and play in the Redding and Shasta areas. Amazing pizza in the middle of nowhere, some of Jake's favorite donuts, baked goods, and even soap! Mojo Pizza- Orick, CA Trinity County Brewing- Weaverville, CA …

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0003 - No Gods, No Masters, Just Community 5:54

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EPISODE 3 – “No Gods, No Masters, Just Community” Reverend Riot takes the pulpit and sets fire to the golden thrones of power. This sermon dismantles the false idols of empire—flag worship, police loyalty, billionaire saviors, and megachurch messiahs. From ICE raids to corporate pulpits, this is a call to reject hierarchy and rediscover power where…

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Special Pod - Gloucester fixtures; European trips; Villa Park Home game; Club Shop; Lions secure Series win; England's successful Argentinian tour; Red Roses World Cup Squad (and Lionesses' success) 1:26:18

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Ahead of next season, we have recorded a special pod to cover off all the chaos, nonsense and news from the past few months. We chat through the decision to move a Gloucester home game to Villa Park, European trips to Cork and Edinburgh; Series wins for England and the Lions (with all the associated drama and controversy) plus the Red Roses squad a…

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#13 We Got a Tree! Brookings, North Bend, Florence, Lincoln City, Astoria, Cannon Beach, Depoe Bay, Yachats, Oregon 1:22:12

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Send us a text Meet Bill! Aka "Grumpy"! They're just a baby now but they'll grow to be a very handsome, or pretty, monkey puzzle tree. It takes about 20 years to determine the sex of a monkey puzzle tree so lookout for the gender reveal in the future! Oh, there's also ice cream, breakfast burritos, beer, and I think a smash burger somewhere in this…

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0002 - Question Everything 7:04

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EPISODE 2 – “Question Everything” In this firebrand sermon, Reverend Riot pulls no punches as he tears into the myths of American exceptionalism, the rot of capitalism, the sedative of consumerism, and the violence of the police state. Nothing is off-limits. No institution is safe. If it holds power, it gets the spotlight—and the smoke. This episod…

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#12 Favorite Ice Cream Reflections! Countdown to National Ice Cream Day 2025 37:47

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Send us a text Sunday, July 20th, is National Ice Cream Day! This episode is just us reflecting on some ice cream for ~30 minutes! When this episode drops, you'll have 2 weeks to get your Ice Cream Day plans in order! Jersey Scoops- Loleta, CA Milk Craft- New Haven, CT Lagos- Rye, NH Lone Oak- Rochester, NH Memories- Kingston, NH Social Club- Lacon…

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0000- July 4th Special 10:50

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🇺🇸 Episode 0000 – Independence Ain’t Free: A Sermon for the Dispossessed Originally released July 4th While fireworks light up the sky and flags wave in patriotic trance, Reverend Riot grabs the mic to blow up the myth of American freedom. This kickoff sermon dismantles the sanitized version of independence, dragging it through the mud of ICE raids…

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0001- The Ten Tenets 7:26

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Welcome to Punk Rock Parish In the fiery debut of Reverend Riot and the Punk Rock Parish, we crack open the hymnbook of resistance and lay the foundation of our anarcho-spiritual revolution. Reverend Riot kicks off the series with a sermon that ain’t about salvation—it’s about awakening. We walk through the Ten Tenets of Punk Rock Parish: a gritty,…

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RR #36 Lazy H Ranch - Pauma Valley, CA 1:10:11

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V and discuss our recent visit to Lazy H and remember all the things that keep us going back year after year.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 35: Final regular episode of the season; Out of the blue signings for Gloucester; Glos-Hartpury re-signings and Season ticket details; Bath win the Premiership; Loz season review 1:08:54

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Despite all the curses, hexes and prayers Bath completed the treble and won their first Premiership title in nearly 30 years, beating Leicester in a closely fought but poor game of rugby. We discuss the final briefly, before turning on to more important matters such as Loz's Season review, Gloucester announcing two surprise signings; Gloucester Har…

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#11 STIL Egg Hunt; Ashland, OR; Eureka, CA; Fortuna; Redwood National Park; Fern Canyon 1:01:41

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Send us a text For an episode masquerading as an Easter egg hunt, we sure did eat a lot of food! We were up to our usual gluttonous adventures in this episode. Fortunately, we had friends to help absorb some of the shenanigans for a part. Gee was kind enough to host us for saison day at Growler King, we hunted eggs in Crescent City, Arcata provided…

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Series 6 - Episode 34: Russ and Jim's Season Reviews; Bath v Leicester Premiership Final preview; Afo signs on for more fun;, Tomos Williams is Premiership Player of the Season 1:00:17

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As Bath and Leicester win their respective playoff Semi-Finals, we look back at both games and preview this weekends final (PLEASE LEICESTER, DO IT FOR US!). We also discuss Afo Fasogbon signing on for a few more years (at least) while Tomos Williams becomes the fourth Cherry and White to win Premiership Player of the Season. Finally both Russ and …

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Restaurant Report #35 All'Acqua - Atwater Village, Los Angles, CA 1:11:43

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We get talking about our recent visit with some close friends at All'Acqua in Atwater Village, LA, CA for some goo wine and delcious food. Good Times!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 33: Gloucester beat Saints but fall agonisingly short of the playoffs; Snowy's Season Review; R360 plans; Combination Cup Final shenanigans 1:24:29

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Despite a bonus point win over Northampton on the final day, Gloucester missed out on the playoffs by 2 points - finishing 5th overall. We discuss the game and Snowy provides his Season Review (we all do the same over the coming weeks). We also discuss the Combination Cup finals day; the results and the games but also the unfortunate incident invol…

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Double Nickel birthday celebration! 1:03:06

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We got to get out in San Diego for some good food and beautiful sites for my Double Nickel Birthday! Happy 55!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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RR #34 Night out in: CarlsBAD?? 1:05:06

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V and I tried to have a nice evening out in the city of Carlsbad, CA. Not what I was hoping for..By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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#10 National Donut Day 2025 1:39:57

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Send us a text June 6th 2025 is an official TAC holiday! National Donut Day! We're dropping this episode a week early in order to give you plenty of time to prepare for a proper celebration. Tag us in your donut photos and support your local donut shops! Mary Lee Donuts- Multiple Locations- Louisiana Tea Mochi- Shreveport, LA Hole Donuts- Asheville…

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Series 6 - Episode 32: Gloucester keep their playoff hopes alive; Welsh Rugby psychodrama continues; Gloucester Rugby announce leavers; England training squad announcement; Jim 's Dragon Boat Sunday 1:17:24

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A bumper podcast with lots to get through! Firstly Gloucester kept their Playoff hopes alive with a vital bonus point win away at Falcons. Other results (sort of) went our way, meaning that although not entirely in the Cherry & Whites' hands, there is a clear path to a top four finish. Meanwhile we discuss the latest announcements of leavers and ne…

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Restaurant Report #33 Dumplings N More - Escondido, CA 1:02:08

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Thank you to Dumplings N More for coming to our town. Have a listen to hear what we thing about all the delicious dishes we had.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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#9 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival; Willamette Valley; Oregon Coast Hwy 101; Eugene; Albany; Salem; Woodburn; Silverton; Canby; Gold Beach; North Bend; Coos Bay; Bandon 2:04:30

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Send us a text What does it take to drag us inland?! Obviously tulips at none other than The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, OR! Join us as we eat our way through the Willamette Valley! Prince Puckler's Ice Cream- Eugene, OR JoNuts- Albany, OR Locals Donuts- Social media or website for schedule and location! Beloved Cheesecakes- Albany, OR …

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Series 6 - Episode 31: Playoff hopes damaged with defeat at Twickenham; Lions Squad announcement; 1:22:44

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Another game at Twickenham ends in defeat for Gloucester, this time meaning that the Cherry & Whites playoff hopes hang by a thread as Quins outmuscled and outplayed us. We chat through what went wrong, the frustrations of our continued inconsistency - particularly in the big games - and what we can expect in the final two games of the regular seas…

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Restaurant Report #32 Farm to Smash - Escondido, CA 32:38

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V and got a chance to try Farm to Smash burgers in a Escodido, Ca. A much needed addition to the restaurant landscape. Welcome Farm to Smash, burgers are fantastic!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 30: A tribute to Mickey Booth; 2003 Cup Final memories; Northampton and Bordeaux upset the favourites to secure a Champions Cup Final place; Lions squad predictions 1:28:53

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We learnt last Thursday of the passing of Gloucester Rugby great Mickey Booth. Our thoughts are with all of his family and friends. We were joined by Ian Taylor whose father played for Gloucester alongside Mickey in the 1960's to share his memories. Meanwhile Ed and Russ attended the 4ED Charity event at Kingsholm reminiscing about the 2003 Cup Fin…

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Sunday Funday - Bubba’s & Original Pancake House 1:07:57

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V and I talk about our recent Sunday Funday. I need some cheering up and this was the perfect way to do it.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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#8 Whale Watching Trip on the Oregon Coast; Florence; Yachats; Depoe Bay; Lincoln City; Waldport; Coos Bay; North Bend; Gold Beach; Hwy 101 49:48

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Send us a text With whale watching season upon us, we decided a trip up Highway 101 in Oregon would be perfect for watching the ocean and enjoying some familiar favorites, and a couple of new ones as well. Sugar Shack Bakery- Reedsport, OR Big Dog Donuts & Deli- Florence, OR River Roasters- Florence, OR Yachats Ocean Road State Natural Site- Yachat…

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Series 6 - Episode 29: Gloucester smash Chiefs for record Premiership win; Jack Mann signs and Dan Murphy appointed as Glos-Hartpury Head of Rugby; Macron become new Kit supplier 1:32:12

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A packed week this week, as we discuss a record breaking home win over Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm. Gloucester winning with their biggest ever points total in a League game, scoring wonderful tries and seeing superb performances across the pitch. Meanwhile Chiefs themselves are in turmoil with coaches placed on suspension and owners ranting in the d…

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RR #31 Rutt's Hawaiian Cafe - Los Angeles, CA 55:39

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Rutt and my uncle were friends back in the 1970's when his place was called Rutt's Hut. It's changed hands and is now called Rutt's Hawaiian Cafe in the Westside of Los Angeles boarding Cuvler City. If you want some Hawaiian Style food, this is the place for you.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 28: Chat with Ross Hancock (Gloucester supporter and Head of Marketing and Commercial at Cornish Pirates) 50:09

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Apologies for the problems last week and the missed pod. Despite our best efforts, the file simply wouldn't upload - which is a shame because we can guarantee it was our funniest, most informative and almost certainly greatest pod ever (if you believe that you will believe anything). This week, Ed chat with Gloucester supporter Ross Hancock - who j…

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Restaurant Report #30 Merenda - Oceanside, CA 1:21:32

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We try and describe what it's like to dine at Merenda. A place that may very well redefine our vision of a great night out!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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#7 Dumpling Week in Portland, OR; Beaverton; Lincoln City; Yachats; Florence; Coos Bay; North Bend 1:50:03

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Send us a text What better reason for The Audacious Coddiwomplers to invade Portland, OR than a celebration of dumplings?! This week we are covering our trip into PDX for the 2025 Dumpling Week. Aside from the obvious, we also partook in our usual suspects of treats including, but certainly not limited to, donuts, craft beer, ice cream, and cookies…

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Don't Go Papa Cristo! - Los Angeles, CA - Get there before they close! 1:06:34

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V and I share our feelings about the closing of Papa Cristo's and other landmarksBy Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Restaurant Report #30 Glass box - Del Mar Heights, San Diego 59:32

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We discuss our recent visit to The Glass Box Sushi in San DiegoBy Grubthusiast Grubcast

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#6 Hwy 1 Pinnacles Return Trip; Monterey; Big Sur; Santa Cruz; Hwy 101 1:20:50

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Send us a text A baker's dozen worth of bakeries, smash burger pop-ups, and ice cream! I guess that's what you get when exploring Hwy 1 along the California coast. From Big Sur to Monterey to Santa Cruz and San Francisco, join us this week as we make our way back home from Pinnacles National Park. Ad Astra Bread Co- Monterey, CA Alta Bakery and Caf…

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Series 6 - Episode 27: Gloucester thrash Bristol with an incredible performance; Financial concerns remain; A Middle East Rugby World Cup? 1:05:55

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A sell-out crowd saw one of the most complete performances from a Gloucester side in recent memory. Unlike some of the more impressive results that we have seen in the George Skivington era (64-0 versus Bath or the hammerings given to Sarries or Newcastle) this was against the 2nd place team in the league who had just come off the back of an 8 try …

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RR #29 Laurel Grill - Culver City, CA 1:10:51

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V and I talk about our favorite new dining spot in CCBy Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 26: Gloucester defeated away to Bath despite 1st half bonus point; New Kit supplier rumours; Away supporter areas in Rugby; Bristol preview 54:16

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Back to Premiership action last week for Gloucester and despite a combative performance in which the Cherry and Whites secured a try bonus point in the first half, Glaws were unable to stamp their authority on the second forty as Bath ran out comfortable and deserved winners in the West Country derby. The lads chat through the game, the performance…

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Restaurant Report #28 Pastrami @LangersLA 1:29:39

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V and I discuss Langers Deli in Los Angeles, reminisce about some our favorite spots to eat and a little history about Langers and the surrounding area.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6- Episode 25: Glos-Hartpury complete the Three-peat; England's record win over Wales in the Six Nations; No Promotion and Relegation (again); 'We could have had Beyonce!" 1:08:36

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A great weekend of Rugby saw England record their biggest ever win over Wales in Cardiff, while Gloucester-Hartpury made their own history completing the Three-peat of PWR titles as they beat Saracens in their own backyard. We discuss both games, the achievements of Glos-Hartpury and where this leaves England and English players ahead of the Lions …

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#5 Pinnacles National Park; Soledad Wine; Carmel by the Sea; Monterey 57:07

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Send us a text Finally! An episode that proves we like the outdoors and don't just live for donuts and smash burgers! In this episode, join us as we travel South to Pinnacles National Park and spend a couple of days exploring and hiking in this amazing landscape. There's still plenty of food and drink to be had but we took full advantage of our tim…

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Series 6 - Episode 24: A superb penultimate round of Six Nations Rugby; Neath get it badly wrong; New signings and PWR Final Preview 1:32:59

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After a fantastic weekend of Six Nations Rugby, the lads are back to chat through the games, the performances, the controversy and why hopefully Wales will be picking up the wooden spoon after the England game. We also discuss the latest Gloucester Rugby signing, more rumours, Neath RFC getting it very badly wrong with their social media and a buil…

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RR #27 Barn Door Public House & Tap Room - Escondido, CA 34:07

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RR #27 Barn Door Public House & Tap Room - Escondido, CA by Grubthusiast GrubcastBy Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Series 6 - Episode 23: Gloucester-Hartpury reach their third consecutive PWR Final; The impact of Ilona Maher; Viva Las Vegas?; Championship clubs moaning again 1:15:48

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With a very young and inexperienced Gloucester side narrowly losing away to Newcastle in the Premiership Cup (and so far, no highlights seem to be available), our attentions this week were focused on Glos-Hartpury and their bid for a third consecutive PRW Final appearance. After a slow start, the girls once again delivered with a fine performance a…