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‘Look into my eyes, Murray... Do you see hope?’

With Eoin Toolan busy on pre-season duty with the Kinetsu Liners, Murray Kinsella is joined by a deflated Gavan Casey to dissect Ireland’s performance in defeat at Twickenham and what it taught Andy Farrell as well as keen-eyed supporters. The lads also look back on the weekend’s Pro14 action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 20201h 0m

The Lowe show, Sexton's injury, and DO cry for me Argentina

Eoin Toolan and Murray Kinsella break down Ireland's win over Wales, look ahead to Twickenham and salute the Pumas' first-ever win over the All Blacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 202056 min

The game changes in Australia, the future of Super Rugby, and Eoin's autumn wishlist

With Murray Kinsella following return-to-podcast protocols, Gavan Casey deputises for his old friend and only mentions Cork's victory over Kerry twice as he and Eoin Toolan discuss the potentially transformative impact of free-to-air Super Rugby Down Under, the Wallabies' unlikely win over the All Blacks, the problems with the red card rule and its future, and where Eoin would most like to see Ireland improve in the Autumn Nations Cup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 9, 20201h 3m

Sexton, Stockdale, and where it went wrong for Ireland in Paris

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to go into the detail behind a disappointing defeat for Andy Farrell's men at Stade de France. The lads also discuss England's title success and All Blacks' hammering of the Wallabies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 2, 202057 min

Ireland's offloads, jackals and chop tackles, plus Dupont's les Bleus

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to break down Ireland's win over Italy and discuss what we learned from France's success against Wales. The lads also chat about Ireland Women's win and victories for Connacht, Ulster, and Leinster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 202045 min

BOD’s plan, plus the lads on Stockdale 15, Murray’s start, and Connors/POM

Bernard Jackman, Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey preview Ireland’s Six Nations conclusion and delve into the perceived contentious calls in Andy Farrell’s 23 to face Italy. The lads also field your questions, and Brian O’Driscoll gives his thoughts on Ireland and more in a chinwag with Murray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20201h 1m

Ben Healy's cojones, Ulster young guns deliver, and Connacht's classy attack

Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella reflect on what proved to be an exciting weekend for Irish rugby as Leinster, Ulster, Munster, and Connacht all won. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 202053 min

The Irish Abroad have a very good weekend as Racing and Exeter advance

Eoin Toolan is on the line to discuss Finn Russell's late show of magic, impressive Exeter's win over Toulouse, and a Ranfurly Shield win for Jack Regan down in Otago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 202041 min

Leinster out-scouted by Sarries, Ulster miss a chance, and Stockdale's troubles

After a disappointing weekend for Leinster and Ulster, Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to break down the action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202054 min

Leinster's blue wall, Toulouse and Sarries next up, and the new-look Wallabies

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to break down Leinster's Pro14 final win over Ulster, while the lads also discuss the latest from Australia and the new Autumn Nations Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 202041 min

Same old Munster, self-belief from Ulster, and pure rugby joy in NZ

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to offer level-headed insight into the weekend's rugby action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 7, 202044 min

A madcap match at the Aviva, Leinster roll on, and Boks for the Six Nations?

Eoin Toolan is on the line with Murray Kinsella to break down a weekend of rugby that had plenty of talking points. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 202051 min

A rugby nation once again.

Irish rugby made an entertaining return over the weekend, so Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to break down the big plays and standout performances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 202051 min

Irish rugby returns, SOB back in action, and big defence Down Under

Eoin Toolan is on the line from Melbourne to chat with Murray Kinsella about what is now a very busy rugby calendar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 202046 min

Crusaders flourish under pressure, Jordie's genius and one-sided matches in Australia

Crusaders flourish under pressure, Jordie's genius and one-sided matches in Australia. Seán Farrell is joined by Eoin Toolan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 202038 min

The Axel-esque No 8, James Ryan's injury, and an Aussie classic

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to speak about James Ryan's shoulder setback and to break down all the latest action from New Zealand and Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 4, 202047 min

Crusaders finally crumble and Beauden Barrett's best position

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to discuss the Crusaders' first home defeat since 2016, whether Beauden Barrett is a 10 or a 15, and how the All Blacks and Wallabies might be shaping up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 202051 min

Australians give middle finger to NZ’s Super Rugby ‘Aratipu’ review

Eoin Toolan joins Gavan Casey to review the weekend’s stunning southern hemisphere action and discuss New Zealand and Australia’s very different visions for Super Rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 202047 min

The Big One in NZ, Mo'unga Mo Problems, and the return of Western Force

Eoin Toolan joins Gavan Casey to review the weekend's Super Rugby Action in New Zealand and Australia, including the Crusaders' hard-fought but well-thought victory over the rising Blues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 202042 min

The next wave of Wallabies, Will Jordan's on fire, and all the Super Rugby

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to analyse the first weekend of Super Rugby AU and the action from New Zealand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 202052 min

Barrett’s two right feet, Crusaders’ swamp clinic, and Gatland’s Chiefs under pressure

Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey discuss the weekend’s Super Rugby Aotearoa action, the winners and losers, the star men, and the ones we’ll be watching in black in future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 202034 min

The next great All Blacks, complete Crusaders, and breakdown trends

Gavan Casey is joined by Murray Kinsella to review the second round of Super Rugby Aotearoa. The lads also welcome Munster and Leinster's return to training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202030 min

RUGBY IS BACK! Super Rugby Aotearoa gets going.

Gavan and Murray share their excitement at watching two live rugby games. The lads discuss penalty counts, drop-goal drama, the Blues being legit, and some of the new Kiwi stars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 15, 202026 min

Rugby in the USA: The Greg McWilliams interview

Rugby United New York head coach and USA assistant coach Greg McWilliams joins Murray Kinsella for a chat about lockdown learning, last year's World Cup, and life in the Big Apple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 202043 min

Performance analysis with Munster: The George Murray interview

Munster's head performance analyst, George Murray, joins Murray Kinsella to chat about his work with the province, trends in the game, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 202045 min

They don't know who I am, so you have to start from scratch

Connacht legend John Muldoon is heading into his third season as part of the coaching team at Pat Lam's Bristol. He tells Murray Kinsella about his upcoming change of role from defence coach to forwards coach, learning from Lam, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202043 min

Working with Zebo, Russell, Vakatawa and co. The Mike Prendergast interview

Irishman Prendergast has been on an interesting coaching journey in France and is now attack and backs coach with Racing 92 and their array of stars. Murray Kinsella chatted to Mike about shape, kicking, scanning, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 202049 min

James Coughlan interview: Coaching defence and working with the French.

Former Munster back row James Coughlan is now the defence and forwards coach with French club Provence. Murray Kinsella chatted to James about those areas of the game and how he continues to learn as a coach.Got a suggestion or feedback for us? Email us at [email protected] add podcast feeds to your podcast app click the 'Library' tab > click the 'Edit' button on the top right of the screen > select 'Add a Podcast by URL'. For any of the other apps, the process should be roughly similar. Check the member hub for the links to all our shows! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 202056 min

Listener mailbag special

It's a mailbag episode this week with Murray and Gavan answering your lockdown questions.Got a suggestion or feedback for us? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 4, 202048 min

What the hell is going on in Australian rugby?

After the resignation of CEO Raelene Castle last week, Murray Kinsella dials up Eoin Toolan in Melbourne to dig into the mess that is Australian rugby right now. The lads discuss the Israel Folau saga, TV rights, Super Rugby's future and more.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 202029 min

Electric Gilroy, metronomic Pienaar, and McLaughlin's masterclass in Thomond

In this episode of 'Playback', Murray and Gavan cast their eyes back to a famous quarter-final in 2012 when eighth-seeded Ulster rocked up to top-seeded Munster's fortress and shocked European rugby with a seismic performance.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 202040 min

8 December 2013: The day Connacht stunned Toulouse

On this week's Playback, Murray and Gavan revisit one of Connacht's greatest hours - the day they went to the Stade Ernest Wallon and handed the kings of European rugby their first home defeat in the tournament in five years.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 202039 min

The Miracle Match, the lost gameplan, and 'what kind of f***ing place is this?'

Murray and Gavan look back at Munster's legendary 2003 Heineken Cup victory over Gloucester through the modern lens. From ROG and Jeremy Staunton's psychological torture of Henry Paul to the Premiership leaders reportedly leaving their gameplan in a Limerick taxi, the lads recall some of the more forgotten aspects of an all-time great day for the southern province.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 202045 min

Hickie's wonder try, Felipe the magician, flaky Freddie Michalak

Gavan and Murray kick-off their new Playback series by re-watching Leinster's stunning win away to Toulouse in the 2006 Heineken Cup quarter-finals. They discuss the key players, forgotten men, unsung heroes and more.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 202041 min

Ireland's best XV of the 21st century - the back five

Murray and Gavan round off their best Irish team since 2000 with the centres, wings and fullback. Gavan secretly regrets not having the courage to go with Denis Hickie on the left, while Murray makes his case for Keith Earls.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 202041 min

Ireland’s best XV of the 21st century - back row and half backs

Having fled the Metropolis, Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella are back home in their native counties of Cork and Waterford. Last week the lads selected their respective greatest Irish front fives of the 21st Century, today it gets a little more tricky as they move onto their back row and half back selections.Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202044 min

Ireland’s best XV of the 21st century - the tight five

It's our first lock-down podcast with Gavan Casey coming live from Harold's Cross joined on the line by Murray Kinsella who is self-isolating in Waterford.Murray and Gavan select their respective front fives, with a couple of debatable calls along the way, as we begin to piece together the best Irish team of the last two decades Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 202040 min

England's might, seeing red, and Scotland stopping the Slam

England's qualityKicking tacticsClever attacking playScotland's performance French indisciplinePotential changes to rugby laws Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202050 min

Emergency pod: Ireland's trip to Paris has been postponed

A bewildered Gavan Casey makes an emergency call to Murray Kinsella as the lads try to come to terms with Ireland's Six Nations campaign being over until October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 202014 min

Eddie's foot-and-mouth memories

Eddie O'Sullivan joins Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey to take the lads back to 2001 -- a Six Nations interrupted by Foot and Mouth disease which resulted in a massive session, a Murrayfield debacle, a famous win over England, and a hard-fought argument with Warren Gatland in order to drop a young Ronan O'Gara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 3, 202039 min

England out-think Ireland, the need for a second playmaker & les Bleus march on

Eoin Toolan joins Murray Kinsella to dig into the detail behind Ireland's comprehensive defeat at Twickenham.The lads discuss England's smart kicking, fluid defensive set-ups, Ireland's lack of impact in attack, and possible personnel changes.There's are also reviews of Scotland's win in Italy and France's impressive victory away to Wales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 202042 min

That felt like 2019...

Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella answer members' questions after Ireland's 24-12 defeat to England in Twickenham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 20207 min

England v Ireland: Team talking points for the Triple Crown decider

Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella give their immediate reaction from Abbottstown as Andy Farrell names his squad for Ireland's trip to Twickenham on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 202020 min

Farrell's Ireland flourish, Calcutta Cup kick-fest, and France show truer colours

Ireland's developing attack (4:00)Johnny Sexton's captaincy (17:45)England emerging from Edinburgh with a win (22:40)Shaun Edwards' defensive system with France (31:20)And a chat about South Africa potentially joining the Six Nations (37:00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 10, 202042 min

Post-Wales win reaction

Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella discuss Ireland's 24-14 win in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 202017 min

Ireland v Wales: Breaking down Andy Farrell's matchday 23

Garry Doyle and Murray Kinsella give their immediate reaction from Abbotstown as Andy Farrell names his squad for Ireland's meeting with Wales on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 202018 min

Encouraging signs from Ireland, allez les Bleus, and Wales' stroll in the park

Murray Kinsella and Eoin Toolan run the rule over the opening 2020 Six Nations Championship weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 3, 202042 min

Post-Scotland win reaction

Sean Farrell and Murray Kinsella discuss Ireland's 19-12 win over Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 202013 min

Murray phones in Andy Farrell's starters from a wet Portugal

Murray dials in from Portugal to discuss, with Gavan, the new Ireland coach's selection for the Six Nations opener against Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202020 min

Sarries and a joke of a Premiership season, Larmour v Addison, and Napoleon Dynamite Casey

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Jan 20, 202030 min