RTÉ Rugby Podcast
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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.
Andy Farrell rolls the dice for France opener
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.
The future of Ospreys and Welsh rugby, Bohan's big Six Nations call
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.
Bernard Jackman's 6 Nations squad reaction, Dan Sheehan interview
Savea's silly season rumour and prop stocks take a hit
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
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
'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 a potential AIL treasure chest
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
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.
Ireland's Rugby World Cup path revealed, Nienaber bites back
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.
Scrum Special | Mike Ross and Bernard Jackman on how the Boks dominated Ireland
John Smit and Bernard Jackman preview Ireland v Springboks
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 in Dublin
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
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 NZ
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 make statement against stale Leinster Lions
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.
Munster and Leinster set to turn it up to 10 at Croke Park as Ulster let loose on Bulls
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.
Crowley shows his class and Leinster show some fight
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.
Leinster caught in a Storm as provinces make impressive start
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.
Province by province - The 2025/26 URC season preview
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 missed opportunity and French bite fallout
Ireland's World Cup dreams ended by French comeback | Instant reaction
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.
Can Ireland pick themselves up for RWC quarter-final?
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.
New Zealand teach Ireland a lesson
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.
Free hit territory for Ireland against the Black Ferns?
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.