The Cob Pod

Forget the Oasis reunion, the CobPod is back! Join Pete, Lunny, Alex and Mick as we dive back into preseason. Listen in to Charley and Fin Want lift the lid on training and who's finding the preseason fitness a little harder after some time away - this is place! Plus, we have a special feature on the Women's Rugby World Cup and all the usual news from around the club. Enjoy!

This is our first episode dedicated to Rugby at large, that is any news that's not about Cobham. This week the boys cover the Investec Champions Cup and other players in the spotlight.  As usual, we have our team hosted by Mick and his panel of rugby statisticians Pete, Blissy, and Duncan. The Cob Pod Sponsors: The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

We are back and it feels good after a long break. A slight change to proceedings; we are now releasing two (2) pods each week. One covering Cobham and the other covering Rugby at large. So we are giving you two scoops or just one depending on what you fancy. This week we are delighted to have Nick Grecian CEO of London Scottish as our special guest. We also do a deep dive into all the Cobham matches from the weekend from the minis up to the senior teams. As usual, we have our team hosted by Mick and his panel of rugby statisticians Pete, Blissy, and Duncan. The Cob Pod Sponsors: The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

The last pod for 2023 is recorded at "Pod Quarters" (Sneds Annex) before our Christmas party. We have "Sir" Chris Melts as our special guest as we find out how he got involved in rugby and what keeps him going. We also have the living legend that is Andrew Murphy (Murph) as our quiz contestant of which this week's questions are quite random. We got started a tad late as our host was hot-stepping back from London from his work Xmas do, which meant the team was well hydrated by the time producer Mark gave the 3,2,1 countdown. We are going to be taking a break until the new year so wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you in 2024. As usual, we have our team hosted by Mick and his panel of rugby statisticians Pete, Blissy, and Duncan. The Cob Pod Sponsors: The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/  

This episode is our penultimate for the 2023 calendar and was recorded at Sneads Annex complimented with Port and Mince Pies. Our special guest this week was the DOR from our friends at London Cornish, Mr Dickon Moon. We talk about our league and his 20-plus-year tenure with London's West Country Club. Our quiz guest this week is the hard-hitting back-rower from our 1XV Mr. Louis Porter. As usual, we have our team hosted by Mick and his panel of rugby statisticians Pete, Blissy, and Duncan. The Cob Pod Sponsors: The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

It's the 12th episode of the Cob Pod and this week we find ourselves in Mick's "Shoffice" (Shed/Office). The gang are all huddled around their mics and a bottle of Sloe Gin as if they were warming their hands around a campfire. All the Mo’s are still there with some counting down the days to remove said Mo. This week we have a couple of guests on the show, some real Cobham Club boys. The immortal Richie Marshall joins in to talk about his career and reflect on the club over the last twenty-something years. Our other clubman and age-defying backrower is Andy Taylor who joins us from his "Shoffice" built by, yes you guessed it, Richie Marshall. As usual, we have our team hosted by Mick and his panel of rugby statisticians Pete, Blissy, and Duncan. To donate to the Cobham Movember click here: https://uk.movember.com/team/2445232?utm=cobhampod The Cob Pod Sponsors: The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

Episode 9 of the Cob Pod was recorded upstairs at the club on Monday, Nov 6th. Mick brought his kids so we made a creche and chucked in some snacks - they were brilliant. Blissy and Pete huddled around the table with our Braveheart host and got stuck into our first episode since the World Cup. Our special guests this week are Grace Crompton and Gabriella Nigrelli of the Bristol Bears, both former Cobham girls. We hear about their journey and find out what they are up to. The mailbag was full of great questions and finally our very own “Kenny Rogers” takes on the quiz in an effort to win 3 bags of Billy Tong Biltong. The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK https://billytong.com/ Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

The Cob Pod gang is back at the Club this week to record the eighth episode. We celebrate Blissy's birthday with a Pizza and get to know the real Ryan Saunders, our 1XV captain for the last 5 years. With the WC behind us, we look back at the tournament and briefly review the weekend's match. Well done South Africa on the hat-trick of single-point wins to lift the Web Ellis trophy again. Our biggest fan TC steps up to take our Cobham Quiz which is sponsored by https://billytong.com/The Best Biltong & Droewors In The UK. Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

The Cob Pod gang gathers at Mick's house for this episode. We pop some bubbles to celebrate a pod milestone and are treated to some superb Thai food by our host. This week's special guest is former Cobham minis player Fin Baxter who now plys his trade at Harlequins. We also call in on our very own Saffa and friend of the pod Mark Duncan for his analysis of the nail bitter between Eng. and SA.    Elevate your gifting game with https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/ This has been a Mark Moreve Production (former Cobham Minis player) https://markmoreve.com/

This week the usual gang of Mick, Blissy, and Pete are joined by special guests Emily Lunn and Billy Davison to discuss all things Rugby. We hear about Emily's budding career and the extraordinary journey of our returning DOR. Friend of the Pod Mark Duncan also makes a cameo to give his predictions for next weekend's semi-final between England and SA. It is also our producer's Birthday, so the boys have been enjoying a responsible Guinness.  This is a https://markmoreve.com/ production.

In this episode, we have a special guest. RFU Referee, Mr. Karl Dickson joining us live from Paris. Our new Logo was created by Dan Taylor. A painter and illustrator who specialises in bespoke cartoons and family caricatures. Up your gifting game and order now through his website for a 20% discount.  https://www.picturesbytaylor.com/

Hosted by Andrew McAllister (Vets player and Mini's coach: U7/U11), with Peter Christie (joined 1975) Chairman of Braemar Allstars former players & supporters group, and Luke Bliss, our Pod Prop from the Senior 1XV. Recorded/edited: Mark Moreve (former Mini player) https://markmoreve.com/  Produced: Ian Snead (Cobham Vets player and Youth & Mini's coach: U13/U10 )

This episode was hosted by Alex Gaze (Vets player, Youth & Mini's coach), with Peter Christie (joined 1975) and Chairman of Braemar Allstars former players & supporters group. Luke Bliss, a player from the Senior 1XV, and Andrew McAllister (Vets player and Mini's coach: U7/U11). Recorded/edited: Mark Moreve (former Mini player) https://markmoreve.com/  Produced: Ian Snead (Cobham Vets player and Youth & Mini's coach: U13/U10 )

Mr Richard Neish makes a return to the hot seat in this crammed episode.  We have guest Dave Stewart to talk seniors rugby and the game last weekend. And we look forward to the coming weekend with a chat with our host's longtime friend Matt Bell from Old Wimbledonians, Cobham's opponents at the weekend.  We also chat to Louise Pike, Minis Chair and Andy Taylor, current U5s Head Coach.  Pete, Lunny and Alex talk all things club related. You need to get this in your ears. 

We have a special pod for you this week as we welcome Harlequins player, Grace Crompton, as our guest host.  She's joined by Mags, Becky and Vicky as they talk latest club updates, youth results and make their predictions for the World Cup final on Saturday.  Don't miss it! 

Mick, Pete, Owen and Alex are joined by Kevin from the club's new sponsors, Finseta, and 1sts player Tom Davison.  Join us to find out more about the start to the 1sts and 2nds seasons. Hear from our new sponsor's journey from City Lunch to the Pod booth.  Competition winner announced and youth section fixtures are up and running. Listen in, get involved. 

Cobham Director of Rugby, Billy Davison, joins us for a look back on an enjoyable and successful pre-season, and onwards to the first game of the season away at Old Caterhamians.  With non-rugby related injuries keeping Mick out of the hot seat, we're joined by Richard Neish as guest presenter.  Special guest Jon Bates from www.coachcentered.com talks all things coaching and development before the new season starts.  Dive in, enjoy and subscribe! 

Join us for a jam-packed episode recapping Old Streetonians RFC's stellar 2024-25 campaign! We'll break down how the club finished with an impressive P26 W17 L8 D1 record while scoring over 1000 points, plus celebrate our Papa John Cup run. Get the inside scoop from our Senior Awards evening and hear reflections on the Monaco tour, and the Allstars season review featuring the announcement of our new captain. The Podfather drops by with his wisdom, and we highlight the club's community impact, including the Kenya Tour that raised £7,000 for Little Rock School. Plus, updates on the Vets Twickenham Charity Tournament (May 24th), Matt's youth boys and girls program, the OSRFC lunch, and our Braemar membership push for next season. Don't miss our spotlight on the Runmore with Ranmore boot & trainer collection (six wheelie bins filled so far!) and get all the key dates: Vets Charity Tournament (24/5), working party (14/6), Anthony Watson dinner (27/6), Volunteer thank you evening (September), City Lunch with Chris Ashton (14/11), and Danny Care's visit. We'll wrap with our dream Lions XV selection!

Join us as Pat Berton and Matt Hawkes join as special guests. We also discuss highlights from the Waterfall Cup, KN5 Match, and 10’s Tournament. We preview the Vets Twickenham Charity Tournament (May 24), benefiting the Injured Players Foundation, with family-friendly fun and exciting rugby action. Updates include M6N/W6N reviews, safeguarding, mental health leadership, and key league fixtures. Social buzz: Mini and Youth Tours, West Country Tour, and Kenya fundraiser supporting Little Rock Charity’s efforts for underprivileged kids. Plus, U14 Tigers’ impressive Surrey 2nd-place finish, Old Surbitonians lunch, and Braemar Allstars’ Monaco U12 donation. Special guests Ellie Kulldune and Jess Breach round things off!

Join us with special guest Ian Thomas sharing his journey from 1st XV Captain to Chairman and Lawrence Hemary on his international appearance for Iraq in Egypt. Cobham 1st XV rebounded impressively with an 82-31 victory over KCS, featuring Rory Penfold's five-try performance. Youth updates include the Colts' narrow 10-7 cup loss to Twickenham and promising development in the U14 Girls squad. The 2nd XV delivered an exciting comeback against Battersea Ironsides, turning a 31-17 deficit into a 41-31 win. Mark your calendars for March 8th's home finale against Trinity, featuring the Braemar Allstars AGM and Old Surbitonians lunch.