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Murray Kinsella, Gavan Casey and Ciarán Kennedy set the scene with a preview show that kicks off the rugby weekend.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ireland 22-19 Argentina: Post-match reaction pod

Murray Kinsella and Ciarán Kennedy give their immediate reaction to the home side's narrow win at the Aviva stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-15
09:38

A weird week in Munster and taking aim at the Kiwis

Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella reflect on the departure of Graham Rowntree from Munster, look forward to the province's game against the All Blacks XV, and assess how New Zealand's selections against England will have a bearing against Ireland next Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-01
07:29

Leinster & Lions' top-of-the-table clash, and Munster's uphill task in Durban

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to the provinces' games in the URC this weekend:Do Munster even have a chance away to the Sharks? (1:18)Top-of-the-table clash between Leinster and the Lions. (8:13)Henderson returns, Stockdale rested for Ulster's clash with Cardiff. (17:34)A must win game for Connacht. (22:04)Lynne Cantwell appointed as Head of Women's Strategy for Irish Rugby. (24:08) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-25
27:14

The best of this week's Rugby Weekly Extra!

Rugby Weekly Extra host Gavan Casey is on his lonesome today to reflect on the best bits of this week's subscriber content. We hear from Bernard Jackman about RG Snyman's Croke Park performance, whether the IRFU should have prevented Snyman from having to leave Munster and why it's a great sign for Irish Rugby that the South African decided to stay in the country. (02:39)On Wednesday's pod, James Tracy analysed the battle between Ciarán Frawley & Jack Crowley at GAA HQ, discussed what the future holds for both the Ireland and Leinster number 10 shirts and floated the idea that Harry Byrne might be better served by gaining some regular out-half experience at another province. (10:52)Finally, Tracy talks Connacht scrum-half star Ben Murphy. (20:12) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-18
24:16

Leinster-Munster/Ulster-Connacht team news & preview

Murray Kinsella and Gavan Casey look ahead to a massive weekend of interpros in the URC.The pair talk Joe McCarthy's absence from the Leinster squad, RG Snyman coming up against his former teammates, Ciarán Frawley's chance to go head to head with Jack Crowley & why it's impossible to call the winner of Ulster vs Connacht.(01:45) Leinster vs Munster team news(06:58) Frawley vs Crowley(07:40) Can Munster cause an upset?(11:58) Ulster vs Connacht Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-11
20:03

Snyman debuts for Leinster, Bryan Fitzgerald's big chance, and Ireland-Canada preview

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to the provinces' fixtures in the URC and Ireland women's WXV meeting with hosts Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10-04
28:11

Cian Healy to break Leinster appearance record | URC round 2 lineups

Gavan Casey and Ciarán Kennedy gather at the mics ahead of this weekend's URC action, where Ireland legend Cian Healy is set to break Leinster's appearance record, surpassing Devin Toner in the process.The lads also discuss team news as Ulster face the Lions, Munster travel to Zebre & Connacht host the Sharks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-27
30:12

New faces and exciting lineups as provinces kick off URC season

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey preview the weekend’s action as Leinster travel to Edinburgh, Munster host Connacht, and Ulster welcome the champions to Belfast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-20
22:48

Ireland giving off a better energy as they try to set the record straight

Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Durban on the eve of the second test between Ireland and the Springboks.In the final Friday preview pod of the season, Murray assesses Ireland's selection, their room for improvement, and their general attitude as they seek to level the series with the world champions and end a long campaign on a high.Murray and Gavan will be back for a post-match pod shortly after the full-time whistle on Saturday: the42.ie/extra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-12
23:10

Osborne's baptism of fire and a bumper subscribers' mailbag ahead of Test 1

Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Pretoria on the eve of Ireland's first test against the back-to-back world champions.The lads discuss Jamie Osborne's start at fullback, Craig Casey's chance to take the next step in his career, and the remarkable South African schools-rugby system.They also field a series of questions from subscribers on a variety of topics, including the quantifiable effect of altitude, Ireland's own talent-production line, and the Springboks' vocal build-up to tomorrow's showdown at Loftus Versfeld.Subscribe to The 42 for additional podcasts each week (including post-match podcasts from Pretoria and Durban): the42.ie/extra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-05
42:19

A look ahead to French rugby's showpiece, and James Tracy's inner conflict on the SA tour

For additional podcasts every week, including insights from Murray Kinsella down in South Africa over the coming weeks, visit the42.ie/extra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-28
17:11

ROG's mission, the URC decider, and a Super final

Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella look ahead to a big weekend of play-off rugby that doesn't involved the Irish provinces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-21
33:28

URC semi-finals preview and predictions

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to a massive weekend for Leinster and champions Munster.Visit the42.ie/extra for additional rugby podcasts and full access to The 42. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-14
29:34

Will Leinster's pack simply have too much for a resurgent Ulster?

Before he heads for Thomond Park for Munster's meeting with the Ospreys, Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey to preview Leinster and Ulster's URC quarter-final at the Aviva Stadium.To gain access to our Rugby Weekly Extra podcast, visit The42.ie/extra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-07
16:25

Inter-pro derby weekend and Keenan makes his Ireland 7s return

Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella tee up a big weekend of URC action as the province look for a strong finish to the regular season. The lads also discuss a thrilling start to the Madrid 7s for the Ireland men's team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-31
18:39

Rugby Weekly Live - Champions Cup Final preview

The 42′s Rugby Weekly Extra live show is back with a very special Champions Cup final preview in Dublin.Murray Kinsella, Gavan Casey, Bernard Jackman and James Tracy whet the appetite for Leinster v Toulouse with the inimitable analysis, insight and craic that you know and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-24
01:31:37

Ulster v Leinster preview, and Cordero finally set for Connacht bow

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to the provinces' ties in the URC this weekend.To join us at the Harcourt Bar & Garden for next Thursday's Leinster-Toulouse preview night, visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-42-champions-cup-panel-tickets-904778144787 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-17
28:21

Leinster players stay, Munster host Connacht, Ulster on the road

Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look forward to a big weekend in the URC and also discuss some of the new contract announcements in Leinster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-10
27:26

Leinster v Northampton: the final countdown from Croke Park

Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey from Leinster's captain's run at GAA Headquarters to break down tomorrow's Champions Cup semi-final between Ireland's eastern province and English Premiership leaders Northampton Saints.For further podcasts this week featuring Bernard Jackman, James Tracy and Murray Kinsella, visit the42.ie/extra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-03
25:32

The growth of the AIL, with Terenure and Cork Con legends Ian Morgan and John O'Mahony

Ahead of AIL finals weekend, Murray and Gav are joined by a pair of legends from the clubs involved in Sunday's Division 1A showpiece: Terenure director of rugby Ian Morgan and life-long Cork Con clubman John O'Mahony.Ian and John discuss their sides' roads to the final, the drastic improvement of the AIL as a product in recent years, and how clubs can continue to drive membership within their respective communities.For an additional two podcasts per week, visit the42.ie/extra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-26
50:33

John Malone

He just quoted words from the Bible....I thought freedom of religious expression is allowed in any healthy society/democracy.....Not in Australia apparently.....you say what society wants you to say....

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Oggie Fitz

Great content, solid chat 👌

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