RTÉ Rugby Podcast
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Connacht blow URC play-offs wide open, Ireland bullish ahead of French rematch
Leinster's home path, Munster's merry-go-round, Ireland's stuttering W6N start
Leinster's loose attack, Munster malaise and W6N preview
Leinster's cards, Crowley's class, and knockout rugby has arrived
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as attention turns to the last 16 of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup.
Connacht click as Munster and Leinster implode on the road
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look back on a mixed week for the Irish provinces in the URC.
Ireland's stock on the rise after epic Six Nations final weekend
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast as we recap the incredible final round of the Guinness Men's Six Nations.
Everything on the line in Ireland and Scotland's Triple Crown decider
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by former Scotland international Rory Lawson on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we look ahead to Saturday's Triple Crown decider.
What the numbers say about Ireland's lineout efficiency
Neil Treacy is joined in studio by Bernard Jackman and Brett Igoe as we look ahead to Ireland's Guinness Six Nations meeting with Wales at Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Brett has been digging through some of his favourite stats and facts through the opening three rounds, and we discuss how these paint the picture of the championship so far.
How did that happen??? Resurgent Ireland put sorry England to the sword
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steensson to reflect on Ireland's historic victory over England in London. The doom and gloom dissipated over 80 minutes at Twickenham as the visitors beat their hosts by a record margin.
Ireland must take England out of comfort zone
Hugh Cahill is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to preview Ireland's crucial Six Nations clash with England.
Pathways, loss of form, gameplans, lack of leadership... What's eating Ireland?
Hugh Cahill and Bernard Jackman dive deeper into the state of Irish rugby as the senior men's team face into a critical Six Nations clash with a resurgent Italy on Saturday.
Andy Farrell rolls the dice for France opener
As Andy Farrell names his XV to play France Hugh Cahill is joined in studio by Bernard Jackman, with Neil Treacy dialling in from Paris. The lads react to the Ireland head coach's personnel choices, as Cian Prendergast and Jacob Stockdale are rewarded for their recent form with starting positions for Thursday's Six Nations opener against France.
The future of Ospreys and Welsh rugby, Bohan's big call
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast by journalist Simon Thomas, as we take a deep dive into the latest controversy in Welsh rugby.
Bernard Jackman's Six Nations squad reaction, Dan Sheehan interview
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast as we give our instant reaction to the Ireland squad for the opening rounds of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations. Also this week, Neil is joined by Ireland and Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan.
Savea's silly season rumour and prop stocks take a hit
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, where there is a packed schedule of transfer news and Champions Cup action to get through.
Ulster continuing impressive rebuild as Six Nations comes into focus
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on the first RTÉ Rugby podcast of 2026, as we look back on wins for Ulster and Leinster in the New Year Interpros.
'Backwards' Irish thinking, west is best for Ciarán Frawley
It's Winterpro season on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, as Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman break down the key points from this week's URC Irish derbies.
Where Rieko Ioane fits with Leinster, and the potential AIL treasure chest
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Brett Igoe on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast to recap the big rugby news of the week. We look back at a pair of wins for Leinster and Munster in the Investec Champions Cup, both of which had a common thread of Irish sides struggling to convert from inside the 22.
The kick-escort debate and a mixed provincial Euro week
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast to discuss a mixed week of results for the Irish provinces in the Investec Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup.
Ireland's World Cup path revealed, Nienaber bites back
Neil Treacy is joined on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to recap the big stories of the week in the world of rugby. We discuss the major news of the day from the Rugby World Cup 2027 draw, where Ireland will face Scotland, Portugal and Uruguay in Pool D.
Scrum Special | Ross and Jackman on how the Boks dominated Ireland
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Mike Ross on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast to give a full breakdown on how South Africa dominated Ireland's scrum in Saturday's meeting at Aviva Stadium.
John Smit and Bernard Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined by South Africa's 2007 World Cup winning captain John Smit ahead of this week's game between Ireland and the Springboks. We get the South African perspective on Ireland from Smit, and discuss what has become one of the biggest rivalries in rugby in recent seasons.
What to expect from Ireland as wounded Wallabies arrive
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and the Sydney Morning Herald's Jonathan Drennan to look ahead of Ireland's meeting with the Wallabies on Saturday.
Response needed from Ireland after All Blacks humbling in Chicago
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to pick through the bones of Ireland's 26-13 defeat to New Zealand in Chicago.
Provincial temperature check as attention turns to All Blacks
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as we recap Round 5 of the URC, and begin to look ahead at Ireland's meeting with the All Blacks in Chicago.
Munster make statement against stale Leinster Lions
Neil Treacy is joined on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bernard Jackman and journalist Brendan Fanning to look back on a huge week in the BKT United Rugby Championship.
Munster and Leinster set to turn it up to 10 at Croke Park
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTE Rugby podcast, as we look ahead to the first big Interpro of the season between Leinster and Munster.
Crowley shows his class and Leinster show some fight
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Gareth Steenson on this week's RTE Rugby podcast. We look back on a mixed weekend for the Irish provinces in the URC, with a win for Munster and another defeat for Leinster, while we also take an early look ahead at Ireland's Autumn Nations Series campaign in November.
Leinster caught in a Storm as provinces make fast start
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, to recap the opening round of the United Rugby Championship season.
Province by province - The 2025/26 URC season preview
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy on the RTÉ Rugby podcast as we look ahead to the new United Rugby Championship season.
Ireland's missed opportunity and French bite fallout
Neil Treacy is joined by former internationals Hannah O'Connor and Lindsay Peat on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast for a deep-dive on Ireland's Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to France.
Ireland's World Cup dreams ended by French comeback | Instant reaction
Neil Treacy is joined by former Ireland internationals Hannah O'Connor and Alison Miller for instant reaction after Sunday's 18-13 Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to France.
Can Ireland pick themselves up for RWC quarter-final?
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast, as Ireland prepare themselves for their Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France.
New Zealand teach Ireland a lesson
Neil Treacy is joined by Fiona Coghlan to reflect on a heavy defeat for Ireland against New Zealand in Pool C of the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Free hit territory for Ireland against the Black Ferns?
Damien O'Meara is joined by Hannah O'Connor and Neil Treacy to reflect back on Ireland's victory over Spain at the Women's Rugby World Cup and how Scott Bemand's side will approach the final pool game against New Zealand with quarter-final passage already assured.
Job done for Ireland but issues to iron out
Fiona Coghlan joins Neil Treacy at Franklin's Garden to reflect back on Ireland making it two wins from two at the Women's Rugby World Cup with a 43-27 win over Spain that seals a quarter-final place.
Ireland look to seal quarters berth against Spain
Damien O'Meara is joined in the new RTÉ podcast studio by former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor to look ahead to Sunday's Women's Rugby World Cup clash with Spain. Neil Treacy dials in from Towcester ahead of Ireland's first media engagement of the week to give us his insights from Wednesday morning's training session.
Ireland have lift-off after impressive RWC win against Japan
Neil Treacy is joined in the RTÉ Rugby podcast studio by former internationals Niamh Briggs and Hannah Tyrrell to look back on Ireland's impressive 42-14 win against Japan to open their Women's Rugby World Cup campaign.
The wait is over as Ireland prepare for World Cup return
Neil Treacy is joined in our new-look RTÉ Rugby podcast studio by former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor and ex-Munster out-half Jonny Holland as we look ahead to the start of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Focus turns to Rugby World Cup
Michael Glennon is joined by Hannah O'Connor and Jonny Holland to look ahead to the Rugby World Cup, which starts on Friday week.
Lions fail to sweep up, Ireland gear up
Michael Glennon is joined by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy to review Saturday's final Test between the Lions and Australia in Sydney, while Hannah O'Connor is on to discuss Ireland's win over Scotland in the World Cup warm-up.
Ryan's redemption, Furlong's feat and Newton's Law
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy to look ahead at Saturday's final Test between the Lions and Australia in Sydney, and recap the talking points from last week at the MCG.
Respect for Ringrose as Lions and Wallabies show their cards
Neil Treacy is joined by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy as we react to the big team news and preview the second Test between the British and Irish Lions and Australia.
The Australian perspective with Iain Payten
Ahead of Saturday's second Test between the British and Irish Lions and the Wallabies, Neil Treacy is joined at Marvel Stadium by Iain Payten of the Sydney Morning Herald to get the Australian perspective on the series.
Series starts now as Lions and Wallabies name teams
Neil Treacy presents this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast from Brisbane ahead of Saturday's first Test between the British and Irish Lions and Australia, and is joined by Jonny Holland and Johne Murphy to break down the team news.
Pressure ramps up as Lions turn towards Test series
Neil Treacy is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan on the RTÉ Rugby podcast, looking at the latest from the B&I Lions tour, and Ireland's summer series. Note: This podcast was recorded before confirmation of Jamie Osborne's call-up to the Lions.
Farrell fires a warning shot, while we pick our Ireland XV
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland on this week's RTÉ Rugby podcast. We recap the best of the news from week one off the Lions tour, while we also pick our Ireland XV to take on Georgia next week.
Leinster's end of season grade and Lions come into focus
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Eddie O'Sullivan to recap Leinster's BKT United Rugby Championship final win against the Bulls. We also begin our look ahead to the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour, and discuss the Test places up for grabs.
Leinster's siege mentality and inside the Irish RWC camp
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy as we preview Leinster's BKT United Rugby Championship final against the Bulls on Saturday, while Edel McMahon and Brittany Hogan (55:20) give us the latest from Ireland's World Cup training camp.
Connacht land Lancaster as URC play-offs provide the drama
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to recap last weekend's BKT United Rugby Championship quarter-finals. We also discuss Connacht's hiring of Stuart Lancaster as their new head coach.