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The Red 78 with Alan Quinlan & Fiona Hayes

The Red 78 with Alan Quinlan & Fiona Hayes

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S3 Ep 105The Red78 Unlocked | Munster beat Ospreys, and Leinster await at Croke Park | Ep. 105

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys at a wet and windy Virgin Media Park, and to look ahead to the challenge of facing Leinster in Croke Park.(0.00) Intro and listeners' comments(8.30) Munster 23-0 Ospreys review(20.08) Star of the Week(22.35) Leinster previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78 #

Oct 8, 202416 min

S3 Ep 104The Red 78 Unlocked: Zebre beat Munster | Ep. 104

Off The Ball's Ruairi O'Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to discuss Munster's defeat to Zebre.(0.00) Intro, comments(9.30) Zebre 42-33 Munster review(32.20) Star of the week(34.26) Munster v Ospreys previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Oct 1, 202420 min

S3 Ep 102The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster’s season ended by Glasgow Warriors | Ep.102

On our final episode of the season, Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Glasgow Warriors in the URC Semi Final, and Quinny and Fiona name their Star of the Season.(0.00) Intros, helloes(5.00) Comments(10.50) Munster v Glasgow Warriors review(20.36) Quinny discusses the comments he made about Peter O’Mahony in the build up to the game, and the reaction to them(29.34) Fiona and Quinny look back on the season overall(35.17) Star of the SeasonGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Jun 18, 202420 min

S3 Ep 101The Red 78 Unlocked: Ospreys beaten at Thomond, and Glasgow Warriors to come this weekend | Ep.101

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys, and to look ahead to the URC Semi Final with Glasgow Warriors on Saturday.(0.30) Ulster review(22.24) Star of the week(25.22) Ospreys PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Jun 11, 202421 min

S3 Ep 100The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster secure top spot, Ospreys preview | Ep.100

Episode 100!! Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Ulster, and to preview the quarter final clash with the Ospreys.(0.30) Ulster review(23.38 Star of the week(25.51) Ospreys PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

Jun 6, 202422 min

S3 Ep 99The Red 78 Unlocked: Ulster Preview, Thaakir Abrahams signs for Munster | Ep.99

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to preview Munster’s clash with Ulster, and to take a closer look at new signing Thaakir Abrahams.(0.30) Intro and comments.(9.30) Thaakir Abrahams signs(14.27) New contracts(20.42) Ulster PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

May 30, 202421 min

S3 Ep 98The Red 78 Unlocked: Home quarter final secured, Simon Zebo to retire, and Tom Farrell signs for the Reds | Ep.98

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the narrow win over Edinburgh, we discuss Simon Zebo’s retirement and Tom Farrell’s signing.(0.30) Intro and comments.(6.15) A potential final in Pairc ui Chaoimh?(12.32) Edinburgh review(26.30) Star of the Week(32.00) Simon Zebo to retire(43.20) Tom Farrell signs with MunsterGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

May 23, 202422 min

S3 Ep 97The Red 78 Unlocked: Connacht put to the sword, and can Munster retain their URC crown? | Ep.97

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the very impressive win over Connacht. And the big question - can Munster retain their URC crown?(0.30) Intro and comments.(7.10) Connacht review(27.50) Star of the Week(31.00) Edinburgh previewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

May 16, 202421 min

S3 Ep 96The Red 78 Unlocked: Connacht preview, Frisch set for Munster exit, Jonny Holland interview | Ep.96

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look ahead to Saturday’s big interpro with Connacht at Thomond Park. We talk Antoine Frisch’s imminent departure, RG Snyman’s first start at Thomond and we have a special interview with Jonny Holland, head coach of AIL Champions Cork Consititution.(0.30) Intro and comments, and congrats for Fiona on UL Bohs’ win(7.00) Antoine Frisch set for Toulon Switch(14.14) Connacht preview(30.00) RG Snyman set for first Thomond Start(38.20) Jonny Holland interviewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed7

May 8, 202420 min

S3 Ep 95The Red 78 Unlocked: Two wins from two in South Africa | Ep. 95

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a great win for the Reds against the Lions to make it two wins out of two in South Africa. And congratulations are in order for Fiona after guiding UL Bohemains to the AIL title!(0.30) Intro and congrats for Fiona on UL Bohs’ win!(5.40) Comments(9.40) Lions v Munster(28.29) Star of the weekThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]

May 1, 202420 min

S3 Ep 94The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster’s statement win in South Africa, and can they make it two from two? Ep. 94

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a great win for the Reds against the Bulls, and to look ahead to another clash in South Africa against the Lions on Saturday.(0.30) Intro and comments(13.00) Fiona and Quinny discuss Munster’s win over the Bulls(28.19) Star of the week(30.40) Lions previewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Apr 25, 202420 min

S3 Ep 93The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster’s Champions Cup dream ended by Northampton Ep.93

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Northampton in the Champions Cup, and to look ahead to their URC run in.(0.30) Intro and comments(12.22) Fiona and Quinny discuss Munster’s defeat to Northampton(37.28) Star of the week(26.25) URC Run in.The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Apr 9, 202421 min

S3 Ep 92The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster fail to impress against Cardiff, and Northampton rematch on the horizon Ep.92

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Cardiff and to preview this weekend’s huge clash with Northampton.(0.30) Intro and comments(10.15) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Cardiff(25.00) Star of the week(26.25) Munster v Northampton PreviewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Apr 3, 202420 min

S3 Ep 91The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster win in Wales, internationals return and Cardiff visit Thomond Ep.91

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys.The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.(0.30) Intro and comments(10.15) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Ospreys(23.03) RG Snyman’s Performance(25.00) Star of the week(26.25) Munster v Cardiff previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 26, 202421 min

S3 Ep 90The Red 78 Unlocked: Mike Prendergast interview special Ep.90

A special episode of the Red 78 this week, as Ruairi O'Hagan, Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes sit down for an in-depth conversation with Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast to talk about the Reds' season, his coaching career and plenty more besides!The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 20, 202419 min

S3 Ep 89The Red 78 Unlocked: Reds see off Zebre in Cork, Haley impresses and big games ahead Ep.89

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Zebre in Virgin Media Park.(0.30) Intro and comments(5.45) Fiona and Quinny look back at the win over Zebre(12.00) Mike Haley’s player of the match performance(17.50) RG Snyman(22.00) Munster’s academy players (24.00) Star of the weekThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 5, 202418 min

S3 Ep 88The Red 78 Unlocked: Big win against Scarlets, RG Snyman returns and Coombes continues to impress Ep.88

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Scarlets in Wales.(0.30) Intro and comments(8.00) Fiona and Quinny look back at the 42-7 win over Scarlets in Wales(26.00) There’s a healthy debate about who gets this week’s The Red 78 star of the week(30.00) Fiona talks about the lack of Munster players in the Irish Women’s Squad(32.38) Quinny gives us the lowdown on Diarmuid Kilgallen(34.20) Fiona and Quinny on Keynan Knox’s departure(36.14) A quick look ahead to Ireland v WalesThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Feb 20, 202421 min

S3 Ep 87The Red 78 Unlocked: Scarlets Preview, Crusaders Conquered, and Munster at the 6 Nations Ep.87

Off The Ball's Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Crusaders at SuperValu Pairc ui Chaoimh, we look ahead to the Scarlets game on Friday and we take a look at how Munster's players have fared so far in the Six Nations.(0.30) Intro and comments(5.00) A lookback at the win over Crusaders(10.00) Munster’s players at the Six Nations(22.56) A look at how the Munster players performed for the Ireland Under 20s(30.00) A look ahead to Friday’s game with Scarlets(39.00) Jerry Flannery's move to South AfricaGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Feb 14, 202421 min

S3 Ep 86The Red 78: Saints march on in Thomond, and we go again in the knockout stages - Ep.86

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to review the Reds’ defeat to Northampton Saints. We discuss what went wrong in Thomand, what needs to go right in the knockout stage, and we discuss a thorny subject - Peter O’Mahony’s contract(0.30) Intro and comments(2.00) Northampton Saints Review(31.30) Star of the week(35.40) Peter O’Mahony’s ContractThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Jan 24, 202422 min

S3 Ep 85The Red 78 Unlocked: A famous win in France, and Northampton Saints on the horizon - Ep.85

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to review the Reds’ famous win in France against Toulon. We discuss what went right for Munster, who stood out, and we looking ahead to the final pool game against Northampton Saints on Saturday.(0.30) Intro and comments(5.00) Toulon review(25.48) The impact of Peter O’Mahony’s return(29.55) Star of the Week(33.39) Northampton Saints Preview(44.12) Peter O’Mahony’s contractGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Jan 16, 202421 min

S3 Ep 84The Red 78 Unlocked: Toulon preview, good and bad news on the injury front, and Joey on the move - Ep.84

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to preview the Reds’ return to Champions Cup action away to Toulon. We discuss good and bad news on the injury front, we talk about Joey Carbery’s departure and we talk about a potential return to the Ireland setup for Simon Zebo.(0.30) Intro and comments(5.00) Toulon preview(32.30) Joey Carbery to depart at the end of the season(41.50) Is Simon Zebo on the verge of an Ireland recall?The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Jan 11, 202420 min

S3 Ep 83The Red 78 Unlocked: Defeat to Connacht, more injuries, and a much needed week off - Ep.83

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Connacht. We discuss Munster’s mounting injury list, Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, and there’s a much needed week off for Munster ahead of the return to European action.(0.30) Intro(5.00) Review of Connacht game(31.26) Star of the Week(34.00) A brief lookahead to Toulon, and the importance of having a week offGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Jan 3, 202421 min

S3 Ep 82The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster and Leinster battle in the rain, more injuries, and Connacht on New Year’s Day - Ep.82

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Leinster in Thomond Park. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, we discuss The Reds’ mounting injury list and we look ahad to the New Year’s Day clash with Connacht.The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.(0.30) Intro (5.00) Review of Munster v Leinster(21.26) Star of the Week(25.40) Connacht previewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Dec 29, 202320 min

S3 Ep 81The Red 78 Unlocked: Munster lose in Exeter, huge clash with Leinster and RG Snyman switching provinces? - Ep.81

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a poor performance against Exeter in the Champions Cup. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, and we look ahead to the massive St Stephen’s Day clash with Leinster in Limerick(0.30) Intro(5.00) Review of Munster v Exeter(22.50) Star of the Week(26.40) Leinster Preview  (36.38) RG Snyman headed to Leinster? Joey Carbery headed to Bordeaux?The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Dec 19, 202320 min

S3 Ep 80The Red 78 Unlocked: Below par Munster struggle against Bayonne, and Exeter Chiefs test on the horizon - Ep.80

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on a poor performance against Bayonne in the Champions Cup. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, and we look ahead to a huge clash away to Exeter Chiefs on Sunday.(0.30) Intro (5.00) Review of Munster v Bayonne(23.25) Star of the Week(26.40) Exeter Chiefs PreviewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Dec 12, 202320 min

S3 Ep 79The Red 78 Unlocked: Warriors defeated, Ahern shines, and Bayonne battle ahead in Thomond - Ep. 79

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ win over Glasgow Warriors at a bitterly cold Musgrave Park. Certainly a lot to discuss with six tries, some excellent performances, but some serious worries about Munster’s maul defence. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the clash with Bayonne, and Quinny recalls in the infamous ‘Battle of Bayonne’ in 2007, with Ireland involved in a bruising World Cup warm up game against the French side(0.30) Intro(5.00) Review of Munster v Glasgow Warriors(30.24) Oli Jager’s Debut(31.31) Star of the Week (34.30) Bayonne PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

Dec 5, 202321 min

S3 Ep 78The Red 78 Unlocked: Positive performance at the Aviva, new contracts and O’Mahony stands down as skipper - Ep. 78

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ defeat to Leinster and the positive aspects of the performance. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the clash with table toppers Glasgow in Cork, we talk about new deals for Munster stars and we discuss Peter O’Mahony standing down as captain.(0.30) Intro (5.00) Review of Leinster v Munster(21.45) Star of the Week (26.17) Glasgow Warriors Preview(40.00) Stephen Archer becomes Munster’s most capped player(43.00) New Contracts, RG Snyman’s departure confirmed(47.00) Peter O’Mahony stands down as skipperGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Nov 28, 202322 min

S3 Ep 77The Red 78 Unlocked: Stormers beaten, Leinster on the horizon and a debut for Oli Jager? - Ep. 77

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ win over the Stormers. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the huge clash with Leinster, and we go through the 2023 Munster Rugby Awards.(0.30) Intro (4.00) Review of Munster v Stormers(22.25) Star of the Week (28.17) Leinster preview(36.48) Oli Jager to start?(42.20) 2023 Munster Rugby AwardsGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Nov 21, 202323 min

S3 Ep 76The Red 78 Unlocked: Ulster victorious, Stormers in Limerick and a tribute to Andrew Conway - Ep. 76

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the Reds’ defeat to Ulster in Belfast. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of the URC Grand Final rematch with Stormers and we pay tribute to Andrew Conway.(0.30) Intro (4.40) Review of Ulster v Munster(27.23) Star of the Week (29.48) Stormers preview(38.42) Andrew Conway’s retirement(41.40) Oli Jager on his way to Munster?The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Nov 14, 202321 min

S3 Ep 75The Red 78 Unlocked: Young guns slay Dragons, build-up to Ulster, and Snyman injured again - Ep. 75

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on an impressive win over the Dragons in Musgrave Park. Fiona and Alan pick their Star of the Week, there’s a preview of Friday’s clash with Ulster and plenty more.The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.(0.30) Intro (4.10) Review of Munster v Dragons(20.28) Star of the Week (24.06) Ulster Preview(39.14) RG Snyman injury, Jean Kleyn departure? (44.28) Who is Munster’s next talisman going to be?Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Nov 7, 202321 min

S3 Ep 74The Red 78 Unlocked: Great escape in Italy, Munster hope to slay Dragons, and a tribute to Keith Earls

A brand new season of The Red 78 kicks off with Alan Quinlan back in the hotseat, joined by newcomers Fiona Hayes and Ruairí O’Hagan to talk all things Munster Rugby every Tuesday - the first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.(0.00) Intro(05.00) Recap of Munster’s win over Benetton__________________________________(22.19) Fiona and Alan’s Star of the Week(27.33) Dragons preview(35.00) Munster at the World Cup and a tribute to Keith EarlsGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Oct 31, 202322 min

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Aug 8, 20231 min

The Red 78 Ep. 73 | Season Finale | URC Champions! | Niamh Briggs last pod | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs review Munster's incredible URC final win over The Stormers in Cape Town, look back on a very eventful season, and Niamh Briggs signs off in style in her last ever Red 78 pod as she focuses on her coaching career. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

May 31, 202348 min

The Red 78 Ep. 72 | Pinpointing how Munster can beat the Stormers, team selection headaches, URC glory awaits? | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs preview Munster’s upcoming URC final vs the DHL Stormers on Saturday in Cape Town.

May 22, 202343 min

The Red 78 Ep. 71 | Munster’s bravery vs Leinster | Archer is a revelation | Element of surprise now gone for the final? | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs dissect Munster’s statement win over Leinster, who stood out to them to claim gold star of the week and reviewed Frank Murphy’s performance as referee.

May 16, 202343 min

The Red 78 Ep. 70 | Huge win in Glasgow | Semi-final showdown with Leinster | Bonus territory for Munster? | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through Munster's impressive URC Quarter-Final win against Glasgow, preview Saturday's Semi-Final with rivals Leinster, and discuss if making the last four is bonus territory for Munster after a tough start to the season.

May 9, 202336 min

The Red 78 Ep. 69 | URC Quarter-Final preview vs. Glasgow | Big name players return from injury | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs preview the URC Quarter-Final against the Glasgow Warriors this weekend and discuss the lessons that need to be learned from their last outing in Thomand Park. Quinlan & Briggs are also optimistic that some important players could return from injury in time for the clash.

May 2, 202347 min

The Red 78 Ep. 68 | Munster fight back vs. the Sharks | 200 Munster appearances for Keith Earls | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs recognise Keith Earls 200th appearance for Munster and his contribution to the club over the years & discuss Munster's impressive second half performance against the Sharks in Durban last Saturday to earn a draw, but should they have won it?

Apr 25, 202341 min

The Red 78 Ep. 67 | Review of win against Stormers | Sharks another huge test | Signing of Sean O'Brien | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs discuss Munster's important win against the Stormers last Saturday in Cape Town, the signing of Sean O'Brien from the Exeter Chiefs & look forward to this weekends clash with the Sharks.

Apr 19, 202343 min

The Red 78 Ep. 66 | Preview of URC clash with the Stormers | Keith Earls returns for the two crucial games in South Africa | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs look ahead to Munster's crucial game against the Stormers in Cape Town & discuss what improvements need to be made to compete with the reigning URC champions.

Apr 11, 202341 min

The Red 78 Ep. 65 | Review of Champions Cup defeat to the Sharks | Two huge games to go in South Africa | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs discuss Munster's 50 - 35 defeat in the Champions Cup round of 16 to the Sharks & Look ahead to two more crucial URC games in South Africa, with the Stormers up first on April 15th.

Apr 5, 202349 min

The Red 78 Ep. 64 | Review of defeat to Glasgow | Look ahead to difficult test against the Sharks | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through Munster's disappointing loss last weekend to the Glasgow Warriors & Look ahead to their European Champions Cup round of 16 tie against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Mar 29, 202339 min

The Red 78 Ep. 63 | Munster forwards coach Andi Kyriacou talks players adapting to new coaching style, progress being made after a tough start, & the business end of the season.

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined this week by Munster forwards coach Andi Kyriacou to talk about his enjoyable first few months on Graham Rowntree's coaching ticket, Munster's good run of form, and the team's important upcoming fixtures.

Mar 22, 202337 min

The Red 78 Ep. 62 | Ireland v Scotland Madness | Farrell's Man Management | Briggs & Quinlan

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through the madness at Murrayfield last weekend, Andy Farrell's calmness under pressure & Briggs discusses the Irish Women's preparation for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday week. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 14, 202336 min

The Red 78 Ep. 61 | A messy affair in Musgrave, RG Returns & Scotland in the 6N!

Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown a questionable match against the Scarlets, the positives & negatives and what lies ahead for Ireland in Scotland. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Mar 7, 202350 min

The Red 78 Ep. 60 | A Tribute to Tom Tierney | RG Returns against a 'Munster-esque' Scatlets | Alan Quinlan & Niamh BriggsThe Red 78 Ep. 60 | A Tribute to Tom Tierney | RG Returns against a 'Munster-esque' Scarletts | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

It's been a difficult weekend for all involved in Munster Rugby with the passing of Tom Tierney, Quinny and Niamh pay tribute on this week's pod. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Feb 28, 202344 min

The Red 78 Ep. 59 | Details decisive, O'Mahony's meaning to Munster & the return of 'Andy Farrell, are you watching?' | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

It was another win for the Munstermen, but against a mentally weakened Ospreys. Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have all the analysis on this week's episode of The Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Feb 21, 202348 min

The Red 78 Ep. 58 | Fearless against France, Murray makes his mark & Ospreys on the way!

It was a big weekend for Ireland, so Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs have a full breakdown of how our Munstermen fared, as well as all that's to come when The Ospreys arrive into Thomond on Friday night... Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Feb 13, 202346 min

The Red 78 Ep.57 | Murray makes his move, Quinny's Cardiff memory lane & Munstermen in the 20's | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

We've no Munster action, but a lot of Ireland talk on all levels to discuss on this week's episode of The Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Feb 8, 202344 min

The Red 78 Ep. 56 | Pinch yourself positivity, high hopes on Hodnett & who makes the Irish starting XV?

Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs are back for this week's episode of the Red 78 with a spring in their steps after an excellent block of recent fixtures. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

Jan 31, 202348 min