The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast
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- 11 nov 2026
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Deep dives into rugby’s biggest moments, legends and rivalries - straight from the scrum half’s seat. Honest chat, expert insight and untold stories.
Episódios 53
Joey Carbery: The Journey Back to Blue
Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Joey Carbery to look back on a career that's taken him from Leinster to Munster to Bordeaux and now full circle back to Leinster, as well as looking ahead to what’s …
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Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Joey Carbery to look back on a career that's taken him from Leinster to Munster to Bordeaux and now full circle back to Leinster, as well as looking ahead to what’s still to come.
We get into turning 21 and making his Ireland debut against the All Blacks in 2016, his time in France, support from Johnny Sexton, a potential return to an Ireland jersey, a little bit about The Traitors and much more!
Nick Timoney: Inside Ireland Camp
In a bonus episode, The Ireland Rugby Social take you into Ireland’s camp as the squad prepare to take on Fiji in the Nations Championship. Ulster and Ireland star Nick Timoney sits down with Gavin Andrews to …
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In a bonus episode, The Ireland Rugby Social take you into Ireland’s camp as the squad prepare to take on Fiji in the Nations Championship.
Ulster and Ireland star Nick Timoney sits down with Gavin Andrews to chat about a week in camp, his time in the green jersey so far and what’s still to come for Andy Farrell’s side.
Ireland smash Argentina and hat-trick Hugo: Post-match reaction with Joe McCarthy
Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews break down a six-try start for Ireland over Argentina in their November Nations Championship campaign. On a special night at the Aviva Stadium, the lads are joined by Ireland star …
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Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews break down a six-try start for Ireland over Argentina in their November Nations Championship campaign.
On a special night at the Aviva Stadium, the lads are joined by Ireland star Joe McCarthy for post-match reaction and they discuss standout players, a slightly off topic Conor Murray hole in one, a place in the Hall of Fame for Rory Best and what the win means ahead of next week’s clash with Fiji.
Jack Conan: Lions, Leinster and Learnings
We’re back in action, ready for series two of The Ireland Rugby Social and kicking things off with a Leinster, Ireland and British and Irish Lions star.Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Jack Conan to …
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We’re back in action, ready for series two of The Ireland Rugby Social and kicking things off with a Leinster, Ireland and British and Irish Lions star.
Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Jack Conan to talk all things Nations Championship, breaking through at Leinster and Ireland, playing six Lions Tests and his mentors along the way.
All Blacks Too Strong at Eden Park | Reaction with Gavin, Conor and Richie Murphy
Ulster Head Coach Richie Murphy joins the show this week to break down Ireland's defeat to New Zealand at Eden Park, as Andy Farrell's side fell short in the final game of this summer's Nations Championship.The …
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Ulster Head Coach Richie Murphy joins the show this week to break down Ireland's defeat to New Zealand at Eden Park, as Andy Farrell's side fell short in the final game of this summer's Nations Championship.
The team analyse where the game was won and lost, discussing Ireland's set-piece struggles, the physical battle, and the key moments that swung the contest in the All Blacks' favour. Richie also gives his assessment of Ireland's performance, highlighting the positives to take from the tour and the players who enhanced their reputations across the three-match series.
Plus, the lads reflect on what the summer campaign revealed about Ireland's squad depth, the competition for places, and the encouraging signs ahead of a huge season.
Ireland Get the Job Done... Just! Reaction with Gavin, Conor and Former International Paul Marshall
Ireland made it two wins from two, but it was far from a perfect afternoon as Andy Farrell's side were pushed all the way by a determined Japan.Gavin and Conor are joined by former Ireland and Ulster scrum-half …
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Ireland made it two wins from two, but it was far from a perfect afternoon as Andy Farrell's side were pushed all the way by a determined Japan.
Gavin and Conor are joined by former Ireland and Ulster scrum-half Paul Marshall to dissect the match, looking at Ireland's struggles at the set-piece, the impact of the new caps, and the players continuing to stake their claim in a competitive squad. Paul also gives his thoughts on the individuals who impressed, and where Ireland can continue to grow.
With Japan now behind them, the lads look ahead to next weekend's challenge at Eden Park and what Ireland will need to get right as they prepare for their biggest test on tour.
Ireland survive Wallabies scare! Reaction with Gavin, Conor and Ulster Centre James Hume
They’re back!Gavin Andrews and Conor Murray are joined by Ulster and Ireland centre James Hume to break down Ireland's dramatic 33-31 victory over Australia in the opening match of the Nations Championship.The …
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They’re back!
Gavin Andrews and Conor Murray are joined by Ulster and Ireland centre James Hume to break down Ireland's dramatic 33-31 victory over Australia in the opening match of the Nations Championship.
The panel analyse the key moments that turned the game in Ireland's favour, from Hugo Keenan's outstanding return to Andy Farrell's half-time intervention and the composure shown in the closing stages. James also shares his experience of working under Andy Farrell, offering an insight into the Ireland head coach's man-management style and the standards he sets within camp.
Plus, the lads discuss Ireland's growing squad depth, who impressed most against the Wallabies, and what the win means ahead of next week's clash with Japan.
Ireland Rugby Social Post match in Bilbao
Gavin Andrews, Ian Humphreys & Tony McWhirter chat post match in Bilbao after both Ulster and Leinster lost their European Finals
Six Nations Review with Sam Monaghan
Sam Monaghan joins Gavin Andrews and Lindsay Peat to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign. Sam gives insight into Ireland’s performance, key moments, and how the team developed throughout …
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Sam Monaghan joins Gavin Andrews and Lindsay Peat to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign. Sam gives insight into Ireland’s performance, key moments, and how the team developed throughout the tournament. She also talks us through her guilty pleasures, getting her cap number and the historic match at the Aviva.
Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald: The Chief Hooker
Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ireland international, Exeter Chiefs and Lindsay’s best friend Cliodhna Moloney‑MacDonald. It’s a powerful and honest conversation about life in elite rugby and beyond. Cliodhna …
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Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ireland international, Exeter Chiefs and Lindsay’s best friend Cliodhna Moloney‑MacDonald. It’s a powerful and honest conversation about life in elite rugby and beyond. Cliodhna opens up on the realities of being a top-level athlete, the Six Nations campaign to date and her Ireland journey. She shares personal stories from her career, playing against her wife, England international Claudia Moloney‑MacDonald and reflects on key moments that shaped her journey.
Ireland 33 Wales 12: Reaction Pod with Edel McMahon
Gavin and Lindsay are joined by special guest Edel McMahon as they delve into a ruthless Irish performance in Belfast. They discuss the players performances, 'Irish Touch' and looking forward to the final game …
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Gavin and Lindsay are joined by special guest Edel McMahon as they delve into a ruthless Irish performance in Belfast. They discuss the players performances, 'Irish Touch' and looking forward to the final game, against Scotland, in the Aviva Stadium.
Brittany Hogan: Weddings, Rugby and a fresh start with Sale
Ireland Rugby Social is back with another great conversation from the heart of the game. This week, Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ulster and Ireland international Brittany Hogan for an honest and engaging …
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Ireland Rugby Social is back with another great conversation from the heart of the game. This week, Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ulster and Ireland international Brittany Hogan for an honest and engaging look at life in elite rugby. Brittany shares her journey from Ballynahinch to Dubai and being star struck in her first scrum against the Black Ferns and much more.
Lynne Cantwell: Visibility, Legacy and Changing Irish Rugby
Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Lynne Cantwell - Ireland's most capped women's international, Grand Slam winner and a voice for progress both on and off the pitch. From leading Ireland through some of their …
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Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Lynne Cantwell - Ireland's most capped women's international, Grand Slam winner and a voice for progress both on and off the pitch. From leading Ireland through some of their biggest international moments to helping shape the future of the game beyond her playing career, Lynne brings honesty, insight, and perspective you don’t often get to hear. We’ll talk leadership, evolution in Irish rugby, and what it really takes to drive change at the highest level.
France 26 Ireland 7: Frustration in Clermont
Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Edel McMahon to reflect on how that contest unfolded, where the game was won and lost. We’ll hear reaction, break down the key performances, and ask what lessons Ireland can take …
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Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Edel McMahon to reflect on how that contest unfolded, where the game was won and lost. We’ll hear reaction, break down the key performances, and ask what lessons Ireland can take from facing one of the tournament’s toughest opponents as we dive into France v Ireland here on the Ireland Rugby Social.
Erin King: Leading from the front
Gavin and Lindsay are joined this week by one of the leading voices in Irish rugby - Ireland captain Erin King. From the demands of international rugby to the realities of leadership at the highest level, Erin …
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Gavin and Lindsay are joined this week by one of the leading voices in Irish rugby - Ireland captain Erin King. From the demands of international rugby to the realities of leadership at the highest level, Erin has been at the heart of Ireland’s journey, on and off the pitch. In this episode, she opens up about the responsibility of being captain at a young age, the culture within the squad, and what it really takes to compete on the international stage. We’ll talk over coming a serious knee injury, Olympic viral moments, undercurrents - and the moments that shape her as a player and a leader.
Ireland smash Italy: Reaction from Galway
Gavin and Lindsay are pitch side after the final whistle in Galway as they chat through Ireland's brilliant win over Italy in Galway. Nine tries and a bonus point victory, they look at what went so well for the …
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Gavin and Lindsay are pitch side after the final whistle in Galway as they chat through Ireland's brilliant win over Italy in Galway. Nine tries and a bonus point victory, they look at what went so well for the team in green, discuss how important the massive crowd was in the Dexcom Stadium and look ahead to a huge clash with France.There’s an impromptu post-match celebration with the team and reaction from Galway born hat-trick hero Béibhinn Parsons and one of Ireland’s star names Aoife Wafer.
Ireland v Italy: The big preview with Anna McGann and Eve Higgins
Gavin Andrews and co-host Lindsay Peat join Anna McGann and Eve Higgins in Ireland camp to reflect on their performance against England and looking ahead to playing Italy in Galway as their continue their Six …
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Gavin Andrews and co-host Lindsay Peat join Anna McGann and Eve Higgins in Ireland camp to reflect on their performance against England and looking ahead to playing Italy in Galway as their continue their Six Nations campaign. Expect honesty, laughs, and a few insights you won’t hear on the pitch — as we go inside the minds of two of Ireland’s most exciting backs.
England beat Ireland: Post match reaction after Six Nations opener
Gavin and Lindsay breakdown England’s 34th consecutive win as they chase an eighth straight Six Nations title and fifth consecutive Grand Slam. They discuss Erin King Ireland’s new captain, the set piece and so …
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Gavin and Lindsay breakdown England’s 34th consecutive win as they chase an eighth straight Six Nations title and fifth consecutive Grand Slam. They discuss Erin King Ireland’s new captain, the set piece and so much more.
Gareth Steenson: The Chief now coaching the Ireland Women's Team
Gareth Steenson and co-host for the women's six nations, Lindsay Peat, join Gavin Andrews to look back on Gareth’s career from missing out on Ulster due to a certain Mr David Humphreys, to his successful career …
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Gareth Steenson and co-host for the women's six nations, Lindsay Peat, join Gavin Andrews to look back on Gareth’s career from missing out on Ulster due to a certain Mr David Humphreys, to his successful career in England with Exeter Chiefs and his move back home. Gareth discusses his role within Ireland Women’s camp and their preparations for the upcoming Six Nations campaign.
Concussion Special: Does the game need to change?
Rugby is built on huge hits and powerful collisions — but at what cost? In this special episode, we dive into the toll of head injuries, the latest science behind concussions, and the innovations reshaping …
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Rugby is built on huge hits and powerful collisions — but at what cost? In this special episode, we dive into the toll of head injuries, the latest science behind concussions, and the innovations reshaping player safety. From tackle height to culture‑changing protocols, Gavin sits down with David Irwin, Luke Marshall and Kenny Hooks to discuss how the sport is fighting to protect its players and safeguard its future.
Stuart McCloskey: Centre of Attention
Stuart McCloskey 'Le Frigo Irlandais' joins Conor and Gav to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign from the player's perspective. One of Ireland’s standout performers of the tournament …
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Stuart McCloskey 'Le Frigo Irlandais' joins Conor and Gav to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign from the player's perspective. One of Ireland’s standout performers of the tournament, Stuart talks us through the championship game by game — from the reaction inside camp after big results to some of his best moments in green. He also discusses the atmosphere within the squad, the standards set by Andy Farrell, and why this may have been his most enjoyable Six Nations yet. Plus, Stu looks ahead to the rest of the season with Ulster Rugby and the challenge of building momentum with a talented squad.
Ireland win the Triple Crown: Reaction and analysis from Dublin
Intent was the buzz word as former Ireland internationals Conor Murray and Mike McCarthy break down Ireland’s Triple Crown sealing win over Scotland. Mike shows off all this stats from the game as Conor …
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Intent was the buzz word as former Ireland internationals Conor Murray and Mike McCarthy break down Ireland’s Triple Crown sealing win over Scotland. Mike shows off all this stats from the game as Conor highlights his key performers in green. Gavin also grabs a word with Ulster’s Tom O’Toole.
Andrew Trimble: Ireland v Scotland, Selection Calls and the Title Race
Andrew Trimble joins Conor and Gavin to look ahead to Ireland’s final Six Nations clash with Scotland and reflect on a dramatic championship. The trio discuss whether Ireland are really there for the taking …
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Andrew Trimble joins Conor and Gavin to look ahead to Ireland’s final Six Nations clash with Scotland and reflect on a dramatic championship. The trio discuss whether Ireland are really there for the taking, Scotland’s threat heading to Dublin, and how momentum across the tournament has shifted perceptions on teams. They also review Ireland’s win over Wales, debate key selection calls, discuss Ireland’s kicking game and the wider conversation around it, and look at the championship permutations heading into the final weekend — before giving their predictions for both the match and the title.
Ireland edge Wales: Post-match reaction at The Aviva
Conor, Gavin and Mike breakdown a vital Irish win at the Aviva, discussing an impressive Wales performance, Ireland's tactics and who makes the cut for a huge Triple Crown decider next week against Scotland. We …
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Conor, Gavin and Mike breakdown a vital Irish win at the Aviva, discussing an impressive Wales performance, Ireland's tactics and who makes the cut for a huge Triple Crown decider next week against Scotland. We also hear from Head Coach Andy Farrell on Ulster scrum half Nathan Doak's first cap, and from Jamison Gibson Park on his 50th cap, and what they learnt from the win.
Jamie Roberts: Ireland v Wales, Key Battles and Belief
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts joins the podcast to share his thoughts ahead of Ireland’s clash with Wales. Drawing on his experience at the very highest level, he weighs in on …
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Former Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts joins the podcast to share his thoughts ahead of Ireland’s clash with Wales. Drawing on his experience at the very highest level, he weighs in on Wales’ current transition, the challenge of maintaining standards during difficult periods, and why Ireland’s consistency has made them one of the most formidable sides in world rugby. He also reflects on midfield combinations, the psychology of Test week, and the mentality required to deliver when pressure and expectation are at their peak. Jamie offers honest insight into selection, leadership and what it truly takes to perform in the biggest international fixtures.
Zac and Bryn Ward: Chasing the Ireland Dream Together
Ulster duo Zac and Bryn Ward join this week’s episode to reflect on their very different paths into professional rugby. Former 7s star Zac shares lessons from the Olympics, handling pressure, expectation, and …
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Ulster duo Zac and Bryn Ward join this week’s episode to reflect on their very different paths into professional rugby. Former 7s star Zac shares lessons from the Olympics, handling pressure, expectation, and social media criticism. Bryn opens up on his rapid rise this season and what it’s like being part of an Ireland camp. The brothers discuss Ulster’s ambitions, competition for places, and the dream of chasing Ireland caps together.
Ireland smash England: Post-match reaction from Twickenham
Conor, Gavin and Mike dissect a standout Irish performance, discussing the big moments and key players that guided Ireland to a record win at the home of English rugby. We also catch up with Stuart McCloskey …
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Conor, Gavin and Mike dissect a standout Irish performance, discussing the big moments and key players that guided Ireland to a record win at the home of English rugby. We also catch up with Stuart McCloskey and Tommy O'Brien who give their thoughts on a performance that's thrown the Six Nations wide open.
How Ireland can beat England
Jack Crowley gets his chance at 10 as Andy Farrell makes big calls for Ireland’s huge trip to Twickenham Stadium. Conor and Gavin break down the selection, explain why criticism could fuel Ireland’s response …
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Jack Crowley gets his chance at 10 as Andy Farrell makes big calls for Ireland’s huge trip to Twickenham Stadium. Conor and Gavin break down the selection, explain why criticism could fuel Ireland’s response, highlight the key battles up front and predict a defining, emotional showdown with England.
Ireland bounce back: Post-match reaction from players and pundits
This week on The Ireland Rugby Social, former Ireland international Mike McCarthy gives his take on a nail-biting 20-13 win over Italy in Dublin. We also catch up with Cormac Izuchukwu, who reflects on his Six …
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This week on The Ireland Rugby Social, former Ireland international Mike McCarthy gives his take on a nail-biting 20-13 win over Italy in Dublin. We also catch up with Cormac Izuchukwu, who reflects on his Six Nations debut, and Stuart McCloskey following a standout performance. To wrap up, Conor Murray joins us to look at England's shock defeat to Scotland and discuss what it means for selection next week — who should be in, and who should be out?
Seán O’Brien: Ireland v Italy, Selection calls and Coaching life
Former Ireland, Leinster and Lions back row Seán O’Brien joins The Ireland Rugby Social to share his thoughts on Ireland’s selection ahead of the Six Nations clash with Italy. Seán weighs in on back-row …
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Former Ireland, Leinster and Lions back row Seán O’Brien joins The Ireland Rugby Social to share his thoughts on Ireland’s selection ahead of the Six Nations clash with Italy. Seán weighs in on back-row balance, what coaches really look for at Test level, and why some players thrive in games while others struggle to translate training form. Drawing on his experience as both an elite international and a coach, he discusses mindset, physicality, and the psychology behind selection calls. Seán also talks about stepping into coaching, the key differences between the current Irish team and past squads, and what young players must work on to make it to international level.
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