Best Marcus Pearce Podcasts (2025)

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Louis Rees-Zammit: NFL Challenges, Rugby Return & Taylor Swift Letter?! | Stick to Rugby EP 22 53:02

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees hosts Lawrence Dallaglio, Thomas Shanklin, and Katy Daley-Mclean sit down with Louis Rees-Zammit for a rapid-fire, globe-trotting episode packed with personal reflections, jaw-dropping transitions, and untold stories from both sides. Rees-Zammit kicks things off with quickfire q…

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George Gregan: Finn Russell Brilliance, Rugby League Offer & World Cup Glory | Stick to Rugby EP 21 1:12:07

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees hosts Lawrence Dallaglio, Louis Rees-Zammit, and Katy Daley-Mclean welcome Wallaby legend George Gregan for a fast-paced, story-packed deep dive into finals pressure, Rugby League rumours, and the magic of biggest moments. Rees-Zammit reflects on the surreal moment he was picked…

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Rob Henderson: Irish Rugby Turning Point, Lions Tour Chaos & Meeting the Pope | Stick to Rugby EP 20 1:01:47

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes former Ireland and British & Irish Lions centre Rob Henderson to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin and Katy Daley-Mclean for a fast-paced and emotional deep dive into Irish rugby’s rise, Lions heartbreak and life on tour. Henderson opens up about his late …

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Shaun Edwards Music Ban, Joe Marler’s Coleslaw Love & Bench Captain Secrets | Stick to Rugby EP 19 34:32

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We take Stick to Rugby on the road this week, brought to you by Defender, as Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin and the returning Joe Marler jump in for some front-seat rugby chat (and chaos). From Shaun Edwards banning music in the dressing room, to Joe Marler’s obsession with coleslaw and his death row meal pick — this is a no-filter ride through r…

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Outland Japan Remains on a Break... BUT WILL RETURN! 2:35

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Send us a text This is a short announcement that Outland Japan continues to be on a break. Outland Japan has been running for over two years now, the most recent episode being Episode 50. I very much enjoy making the podcast but it takes quite a bit of time and effort - something I need to balance with work, family and other commitments. Looking fo…

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Will Carling: England’s Youngest Captain, Leadership & Nelson Mandela Story! | Stick to Rugby EP 18 1:04:50

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes England’s youngest-ever captain Will Carling to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin & Scott Quinnell for a personal and honest conversation about leadership, pressure, and life beyond the game. Will opens up about being handed the England …

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Adam Jones: World Cup Pain, Steve Hansen Fallout & Lions Chaos? | Stick to Rugby EP 17 1:07:58

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Adam “Bomb” Jones join Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean, and Scott Quinnell for a brilliantly unfiltered chat about World Cup pain, Welsh rugby politics, and his infamous fallout with Steve Hansen. Adam opens up on the toughest moments of his career—from being…

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ENCORE EPISODE / Kamikochi: An Outland Japan Travel Guide 43:03

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Send us a text With the podcast on a break between Season 4 and Season 5, I am republishing another of my travel guides – in this case, my guide to Kamikochi. Open to the public from mid-April to mid-November, Kamikochi is an alpine valley located within Japan’s highest mountain range, the Hida Mountains or “North Alps”. Bookended by Hotakadake in …

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PAP 124: How to Start a Bake-From-Home Business (Even When the Economy Feels Crazy) 27:52

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In this solo episode, H (Helen Marshall, founder of Primal Alternative) shares how you can start a fulfilling, flexible bake-from-home business — even when the economy feels like a mess. Right now, it’s easy to feel stuck. The headlines are full of rising costs, job insecurity, and global uncertainty. When fear is in the air, the natural response i…

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Henry Pollock: Lions Call-Up, England Debut & Youngest Lion Tag! | Stick to Rugby EP 16 1:06:44

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Henry Pollock to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin and Scott Quinnell—fresh off the back of his Lions call-up. Pollock opens up on how he found out—live on TV with no heads-up—and the chaos that followed, including a missed call to his m…

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Warren Gatland: Divided Lions Camp, Brutal Selection Calls & Sexton vs Farrell | Stick to Rugby 15 56:00

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The latest special episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Warren Gatland return to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean and Tom Shanklin for a no-holds-barred look at the chaos, controversy and legacy of the British & Irish Lions. Back for his second appearance, Gatland reflects on the moments that shaped —…

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ENCORE EPISODE / Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: An Outland Japan Travel Guide 36:06

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Send us a text The podcast is currently on a break between Season 4 and Season 5. As promised, during this period I’ll be uploading two previous episodes starting with my travel guide to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Open to the public from mid-April until the end of November, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route traverses Japan’s highest mountain …

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Freddie Steward: Red Roses Grand Slam, Marcus Smith Rivalry & World Cup Run | Stick to Rugby EP 14 56:25

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Freddie Steward to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin, and Scott Quinnell for an exclusive deep dive into his England career, the Red Roses’ Grand Slam, and life at Leicester Tigers. Steward opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of E…

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Stuart Pearce: Health Scare, Rugby League Love & Paul Gascoigne Stories | Stick to Rugby EP 13 1:06:06

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes football icon Stuart Pearce to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin & Scott Quinnell for a no-filter crossover into rugby, football, and everything in between. Pearce opens up about the terrifying mid-air health scare that nearly ended in d…

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Evaluate. Design. Build. Choosing & Renovating the Right Historical Home in Japan with Marcus Consolini / Daimon Shuzo 51:10

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Send us a text In Episode 50 of the podcast I speak with Marcus Consolini, owner and general manager of Daimon Shuzo - a 200 year old sake brewery in Osaka - and board member of the Minka Preservation Society. Marcus has hands on experience in the restoration of multiple historical properties in Japan including the brewery, private residences and o…

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PAP 123: Root Cause Healing with Nutritionist Elyse Comerford 37:30

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In this episode, I’m joined by highly respected Nutritionist and GAPS Practitioner, Elyse Comerford from Well Belly Health. Elyse has helped hundreds of families (including mine!) address the root cause of ongoing health issues — from allergies and gut pain to hormonal imbalances and skin troubles. Together, we answer real-life listener questions c…

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Phil Vickery: First Lions Tour, Battling 'The Beast' & Personal Recovery! | Stick to Rugby EP 12 1:08:07

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes World Cup winner Phil Vickery to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin and Scott Quinnell for an emotional, hilarious and no-holds-barred look at life in and out of the game. Vickery opens up on the fear of failure that fuelled his career, h…

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Joe Marler: Eddie Jones Era, World Cup What-Ifs & Celebrity Traitors? | Stick to Rugby EP 11 1:07:10

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features a no-holds-barred chat with Joe Marler as he opens up about life after rugby, retirement, and the Celebrity Traitors rumours. In this big sit-down since stepping away from the game, Joe gets candid about why he “couldn’t go on,” his unexpected call to Jimmy Bullard, the real…

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Shikoku Henro: Walking Japan's 1200km, 88 Temple Pilgrimage with Shingon Buddhist Priest Kōei Ervin / Shikoku Tours 46:45

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Send us a text Episode 49 of the podcast takes us to the smallest of Japan’s four main islands, Shikoku, and onto the Shikoku Henro. Associated with the life and teachings of legendary Buddhist monk Kūkai - also known as Kōbō Daishi – the Shikoku Henro is an 88 temple, 1200km / 745 mile pilgrimage circuit that circumambulates the island. Long-known…

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Red Roses Win, Owen Farrell Lions Call-Up? & Quinnell & Dallaglio Hug It Out! | Stick to Rugby EP 10 50:10

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Welsh legend Scott Quinnell to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for a rollicking ride through rugby’s past, present, and future. Quinnell talks about his unmatched Welsh rugby bloodline, the moment he nearly dropped the ball before …

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To Photograph is to Learn How to Live | Ulrich Baer 1:30:57

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Ulrich Baer is an author, editor, and a professor of photography at NYU. I wanted to chat with someone about photography in the “iPhone” age (along with a bunch of other things!), and Uli was kind enough to indulge me. I was dazzled by his breadth of learning and the expertise he has in so many different fields (poetry, philosophy, and literature, …

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Ellie Kildunne: World Player of the Year, Women’s Game Growth & Social Media | Stick to Rugby EP 9 59:06

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes World Player of the Year Ellie Kildunne to the panel alongside Katy Daley-Mclean, Lawrence Dallaglio, and Tom Shanklin for a wide-ranging and inspiring chat on stardom, pressure, and what’s next for the women’s game. Ellie opens up on the whirlwind journey from A-Levels to b…

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Fish. Farm. Hunt. A Year in the Kyoto Countryside with Vincent Ng / Kyoto Insider 46:03

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Send us a text In Episode 48 we travel to rural Kyoto Prefecture to speak with Vincent Ng, otherwise known on Instagram as Kyoto Insider. As Kyoto Insider, Vince documents his life in rural Kyoto, and in doing so, explores the interconnection of food chain origins while showing off his lifestyle. He is hands on in that exploration, embracing all as…

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Art, Wonder, and Oscar Wilde | Joseph Pearce 40:18

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Joseph Pearce is an educator, essayist, and author of over two dozen books. I reached out to Joseph because I wanted to learn more about the great Irish playwright and wit, Oscar Wilde, about whom he has written extensively. Joseph’s excellent biography of Wilde, “Unmasking Oscar Wilde” is linked below. Using Wilde as a springboard, Joseph and I le…

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England’s BIG Win, Joe Marler on Retirement & Marlie Packer Losing Captaincy | Stick to Rugby EP 8 52:28

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Joe Marler & Marlie Packer join Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the Six Nations, mental health in rugby, and the realities of life after the game. Marler and Packer reflect on England’s emphatic win over Wales and whethe…

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PAP 122: Reclaiming Your Mojo in Midlife with Cathy Carr 35:47

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After a long, sun-soaked summer break (because, hello, perks of being your own boss! 😉), I’m back and bringing you an incredible chat with the one and only Cathy Carr—holistic nutrition, movement, and lifestyle coach with over 30 years of experience helping women thrive. Cathy has been through her own health transformation, going from being a ‘sick…

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Warren Gatland: Wales Exit, Captaining Warburton & Has Rugby Gone Soft? | Stick to Rugby EP 7 59:50

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Warren Gatland to the panel alongside David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for an exclusive deep dive into his Wales exit, coaching highs, and the future of rugby. Gatland opens up about the emotional decision to return to Wales, the brutal …

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Understanding the Buddhist Swastika in Japan with Rev. Dr. TK Nakagaki / Heiwa Peace & Reconciliation Foundation of New York 44:10

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Send us a text In Episode 47 I speak with Reverend Dr. TK Nakagaki. Rev. Dr. Nakagaki is the author of the book 'The Buddhist Swastika and Hitler’s Cross: Rescuing a Symbol of Peace from the Forces of Hate'. Published in 2017, the book presents a cross-cultural history of the “swastika”, a symbol of peace used by multiple Eastern religions, includi…

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Cadan Murley: England Debut, Taylor Swift Love Story & Marcus Smith Experiment | Stick to Rugby EP 6 56:12

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Cadan Murley to the panel alongside David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for a deep dive into the Six Nations, England’s tactics, and Murley’s whirlwind debut. Murley opens up about the highs and lows of his England debut, from scoring with …

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Six Nations Fallout, Rugby’s Dark Arts & Bold Lions Predictions | Stick to Rugby EP 5 1:04:41

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, gets stuck into the dark arts of rugby—who are the true masters of the game’s most controversial tactics, what really happens at the breakdown, and how far teams will go to get an edge. Then, it’s all about the Six Nations fallout—was Scotland tactically better despite the loss? Are …

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Amatomi Trail: Hiking Japan's Most Accessible Trail, Away from the Maddening Crowds with Kouhei Nishida / Shinano Discovery 42:40

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Send us a text In Episode 46 of the podcast I speak with outdoor guide, Kouhei Nishida. Kouhei is the founder of Shinano Discovery - an outdoor guiding company - and a key member of the team behind creation of the Amatomi Trail. Opened to the public in 2021, the Amatomi Trail stretches 86km / 54 miles from Nagano City through Myoko Togakushi Renzan…

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Jodie Ounsley: Rugby vs Gladiators – What’s Tougher? | Stick to Rugby EP 4 48:32

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Jodie Ounsley join David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for an inspiring and hilarious conversation about her unique journey—from rugby to Gladiators and everything in between. Jodie opens up about growing up deaf, the challenges she faced in ru…

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PAP 121: The Power of Holistic Wellness with Kylie Gates 46:20

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Welcome back to the Primal Alternative Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m absolutely thrilled (and a little starstruck!) to sit down with the one and only Kylie Gates! If you’re a fan of holistic health and wellness, you’ll know exactly why I’m so excited—Kylie is a powerhouse in this space and has been transforming lives for over 30 years. She’s a M…

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Eddie Jones: Coaching the Lions? England Regrets & What He’d Do Differently | Stick to Rugby EP 3 1:12:12

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Eddie Jones join David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin for a brutally honest chat about his coaching career, England exit, and what he’d do differently. Eddie opens up about his time as England head coach, reflecting on the highs and lows, why th…

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Tohoku: A Guided Journey Through Japan's Wild, Alluring North with Photographer Alfonso Calero 42:52

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Send us a text Episode 45 transports us to Tohoku in the north-east of Japan’s main island of Honshu. Tohoku is a large region comprised of six prefectures – Fukushima, Yamagata, Akita, Miyagi, Iwate and Aomori – known for its open and striking landscapes and distinct local traditions. Leading us on this exploration is photographer Alfonso Calero. …

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Keju: The Ancient Test of China’s Strength | Yasheng Huang 1:50:45

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Yasheng Huang is a professor at MIT and the author of many books, including his most recent work, “The Rise and Fall of the EAST”. I reached out to Professor Huang because, after reading his book, I wanted to learn more about Chinese history. In this episode, Yasheng and I discuss: Imperial China v. The Roman Empire; Keju; The origin of Civil Servi…

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England Run Out Of Gas & Shaun Edwards Untold Stories | Stick to Rugby EP 2 1:08:10

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The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, dives straight into the chaos of the Six Nations opening weekend. David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-Mclean, and Tom Shanklin break down England’s loss against Ireland—did Borthwick’s side run out of gas, or is there more to it? Meanwhile, France made a statement against W…

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Saving the Japanese Giant Salamander & Environmental Advocacy in Japan Pt.2 with Richard Pearce / Sustainable Daisen 41:18

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Send us a text This is the second half of Episode 44 of the podcast, my cha with Richard Pearce of Sustainable Daisen. Originally from the UK, Richard founded and operates Sustainable Daisen – an NPO dedicated to the protection of the Japanese Giant Salamander and effective conservation of its habitat. Richard and I discussed the salamander, the th…

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Run like a Philosopher | Sabrina Little 1:01:29

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Sabrina Little is an author, ultramarathoner, and a professor of philosophy. Her latest book, “The Examined Run” is suitable not only for competitive athletes, but for anyone who wants to: Strengthen his body, discipline his mind, learn the basics of philosophy, and, most importantly, cultivate long-lasting virtues. In this episode, Sabrina and I d…

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The First Ever Stick to Rugby with Martin Johnson! 1:07:02

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The first-ever episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, kicks off with an all-star lineup as David Flatman, Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, and Tom Shanklin sit down with none other than Martin Johnson. Flats opens the show with a deep dive into the weekend’s events, including his birthday celebrations and the best and worst gi…

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Saving the Japanese Giant Salamander & Environmental Advocacy in Japan Pt.1 with Richard Pearce / Sustainable Daisen 48:00

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Send us a text In Episode 44 we travel to the southwest of Japan’s main island of Honshu and onto Tottori Prefecture to speak with Richard Pearce of Sustainable Daisen – an NPO dedicated to the conservation of the Japanese Giant Salamander and the habitat it is reliant upon. Originally from the United Kingdom, Richard founded and operates Sustainab…

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INTRODUCING: Stick to Rugby with Dallaglio, Flatman, Shanklin & Daley-McLean 1:29

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🏉 Welcome to The Overlap Rugby! 🏉 We’re launching a brand-new channel with Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender. Join rugby legends Lawrence Dallaglio, David Flatman, Tom Shanklin, and Katy Daley-McLean as they share real stories, fresh perspectives, and dive into everything you love about the game. We'll have legendary guests from ex-pros, t…

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The Genius of Michelangelo | William Wallace 53:59

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William Wallace is an author, a lecturer, and a professor of art history at the University of St. Louis. Professor Wallace is America’s expert on Michelangelo, the great Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect, and poet. In this episode, Professor Wallace and I discuss: Michelangelo’s upbringing; Florence and Rome in the 16th century; Italy before…

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Restoring & Living in a 117 Year Old Farmhouse on the Beautiful Noto Peninsula with Lauren Scharf / Minka Preservation Society 46:27

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Send us a text Episode 43 takes us to the beautiful Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture to speak with guest, Lauren Scharf. Lauren and her husband live in a 117 year old ‘kominka’ (farmhouse / folkhouse), a home they have restored themselves and as such, they are part of an enthusiastic community of ‘minka’ owners across Japan. In support of that…

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PAP 120: How to Live an Exceptional Life in 2025 with Marcus Pearce 46:49

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In this episode of the Primal Alternative Podcast, I chat with longevity expert, speaker, and author Marcus Pearce. Marcus is the author of Your Exceptional Life and has dedicated his life to helping others live with more purpose, health, and happiness. We dive deep into what it means to make the rest of your life the best of your life – starting r…

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Shugendo: Japan's Mountain Faith Systems & The Sacred Peaks of Togakushi with Dr. Caleb Swift Carter / Kyushu University 46:09

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Send us a text Episode 42 of the podcast takes us in the mountains once again as we explore Japan’s mountain religion of Shugendo. My guest leading us in that discussion is Dr Caleb Swift Carter of Kyushu University. Dr Carter specialises in Buddhist Studies and the medieval and early modern religious history of Japan, with a focus on the mountain …

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Smoke. Sulphur. Snow. Skiing Hokkaido's Volcanoes with Chuck Olbery / Hokkaido Powder Guides 44:42

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Send us a text In Episode 41 of the podcast we return to Hokkaido and onto its most famous volcanoes as I chat with Chuck Olbery of Hokkaido Powder Guides. Operating for 20 years, Hokkaido Powder Guides offers backcountry, free and customised tours across Japan’s northern island including touring of its most prominent volcanoes – including Mount Yo…

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PAP 119: Festive Season Made Easy: Low-Tox Tips with Alexx Stuart 33:56

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In this episode of the Primal Alternative Podcast, I’m joined by the fabulous Alexx Stuart from Low Tox Life, and we’re diving into how to make your holiday season smoother, stress-free, and full of joy. Alexx is sharing her expert tips to help you enjoy the festive season without breaking a sweat or your budget. Here’s a sneak peek of what we cove…

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Iwanai, Hokkaido: Japan's Best Cat Skiing & Snowboarding Mountain with John Greiner / Iwanai Resort 47:38

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Send us a text Episode 40 takes us to Japan’s northern island of Japan to speak with John Greiner, founder of Iwanai Resort. Blessed with Hokkaido’s legendary powder and without the crowds of nearby Niseko, Iwanai is regarded as Japan’s best cat skiing and snowboarding mountain. While the lower resort is open to the public, it is Iwanai’s cat opera…

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Wild. Fine. Old. New. The Culinary Tradition of Michelin-Starred Chef Kuwakino Keiko / Satoyama Jujo 44:35

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Send us a text In Episode 39 of the podcast we travel to the deep snow country of Minami-Uonuma to speak with Kuwakino Keiko. Keiko is the head chef of Sanaburi, the Michelin-starred restaurant within the renowned hotel, Satoyama Jujo. Awarded that Michelin-star in 2020, Keiko has since gone on to receive a Terroir Award and a score of 15.5 by Gaul…