Baz and Andrew's House of Rugby

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill and Lindsay Peat are joined in the House of Rugby studio by Brent Pope for the first show of 2024. They look back on the Christmas and New Years inter-pro clashes, Munster's ever growing list of injured players and Ulster's moral-boosting wins. They also look ahead to the Champions Cup games this weekend, and Mac Hansen's injury ahead of the Six Nations.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill, Lindsay Peat and Pat McCarry look back on another weekend of Champions Cup rugby and react to the biggest rugby news of the weekend. They discuss Andy Farrell as he signs a new deal with the IRFU and continues on as the head coach. They look at RG Snyman's potential (and probable) move to Leinster from Munster and what impact he'll have on the province. Plus, they look at the big games in-depth as Leinster and Ulster win, but Munster and Connacht come away disappointed again after Champions Cup defeats.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Johne Murphy as they look back on the first weekend of Champions Cup rugby. They look back on Leinster's win over La Rochelle and how they finally managed to get the monkey of their back against the French side. Is Europe one step too far for Munster this season? Or was their first round draw with Bayonne a slip-up? What the hell happened to Connacht on Friday and are how are Ulster going to react to throwing away another lead?

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Pat McCarry to look back on the weekend's URC action, including a ding-dong battle between Connacht and Leinster. Plus, they take an early look ahead to this week's Champions Cup rugby.

Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland international Lindsay Peat and by former Munster man James Downey as they reflect on the weekend of URC rugby. They look back on Leinster's narrow victory over Munster in a classic inter-pro in the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. They discuss Ulster's form having slipped up from a strong lead against Glasgow. And a time to worry for Connacht? They suffered a big defeat to the Bulls at the weekend and their upcoming fixtures are not to be envied.

Another weekend of URC rugby and it was a clean sweep for the Irish provinces. Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Brent Pope to look back on the weekend's action. They look back on Ulster's win over Lions in Belfast in difficult weather conditions, the signs of a really good team starting to build there, but the lack of balance in their squad so far. They analyse Connacht's massively important away win in South Africa against Sharks and how they were able to match a difficult side physically. The discuss Oli Jager's move to Munster and the increasing amount of physicality in their side and why that'll be important going down the stretch later this season. And Leinster make light work of Scarlets, is anyone stopping them this season?

Despite the disruption from Storm Debi, we are back with another episode of House of Rugby. On this week's episode of House of Rugby, Lindsay Peat and Johne Murphy join Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill to look back on another weekend of URC rugby. They look back on the Ulster's win over Munster in Belfast (0:45 -24:00). They look at Ulster's dominance in the physical side of the game, and why Munster put in a very un-Munster like performance. Plus, they give their view on Andrew Conway's retirement. Connacht lost their first game of the season to Edinburgh (24:00 - 31:15) - they discuss why Connacht will be disappointed with their lack of discipline in the closing stages of the game, and why that's exactly what they need to improve on to make progress. And Leinster battered the Dragons (31:35 - 42:00) - they look at the returning World Cup players and the leaders starting to emerge in Johnny Sexton's place at the province.

As the Rugby World Cup draws to a close, we turn our attention on House of Rugby to the URC and the provinces. Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in studio by James Downey and Pat McCarry to look back on an exciting weekend of URC rugby with wins for Connacht, Munster and Leinster. The look at Connacht's great start to the season, with three wins from three. BUT can they sustain that on the road now? They've three away fixtures coming on the trot. Munster's young-guns got the job done against the Dragons, and some of them could be impressing enough to keep their place. The lads look at the impressive output from some of their academy stars. Plus, Jacques Nienaber will soon start with Leinster. What will the World Cup winning coach bring to the set-up and could he be the magic ingredient missing in tight European games? All that, plus a look at some changes at the high-performance level in the IRFU.

The Rugby World Cup has drawn to a close and South Africa have been crowned World Champions. While they may have scraped their way their in the smallest of margins, Lindsay Peat, Alison Miller and Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill agree that they actually deserved it. In the final World Cup edition of House of Rugby, we look back on the final, and the tournament as a whole. We once again dissect Ireland's disappointing quarter-final exit and we choose the best performers of the tournament.

The World Cup is nearly over and we know our two finalists. Brent Pope and Sene Naoupu join Máire Treasa ní Dhubhghaill in the House of Rugby studio as we look back on the semi-finals. We discuss the one-sidedness of the All-Blacks thumping of Argentina and how they look like they're playing with some anger. They discuss South Africa and whether or not they can muster up one more big performance to bring home the title. And we once again lament what might have been had Ireland performed better in the quarter-final.

It happened again... Ireland have been knocked out of the rugby world cup at the quarter-finals, this time by New Zealand. Maire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland player Mike Ross and former Munster man Johne Murphy as they pick up the pieces from Saturday's defeat. They look back on the game and what went wrong for Ireland. They look to the future of this team and what comes next with so many players finishing up. And what about Johnny Sexton? Will he return to rugby in some aspect in the future?

Lindsay Peat is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland player Shane Byrne and by JOE.ie Editor Pat McCarry as they look back on Ireland's ruthless win against Scotland. They chat about Ireland's defensive solidity, the ability to change in-game and how they showed a ruthless side to their game against Scotland. They discuss Peter O'Mahony at 100 caps and why his 'old-man' persona has been key to Ireland at the tournament. Plus, the quarter-final hoodoo, does it exist and how to make sure it doesn't come into play this weekend. Keep doing what they're doing.

It may have been a break week in the Rugby World Cup for Ireland, but there's still loads to chat about on this week's House of Rugby podcast. Maire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland and Ulster player Darren Cave and by JOE editor Pat McCarry as they take a retrospective look at the Rugby World Cup so far, Ireland's win over South Africa and look ahead to Ireland's upcoming clash with Scotland. Plus, Pat chats with Ian Madigan about his retirement from rugby, his battles trying to force his way into Ireland's starting XV and gets his thoughts on Ireland at this World Cup.

Don't say we didn't tell you so... Johne Murphy and Sene Naoupu join Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill in the House of Rugby studio to look back on Ireland's MASSIVE win against South Africa on Saturday night. The look at the biggest moments in the game, Andy Farrell's squad selection that proved vital and how Ireland need to capitalise on such an important win in the tournament. Plus, if these two meet again in the final (which is likely), we outline the reasons why Ireland are clearly favourites.

Maire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland and Ulster player Darren Cave, and by JOE.ie Editor Pat McCarry to look back on the second weekend of the Rugby World Cup. They chat about Johnny Sexton, his record-breaking try that pushes him to the top of Ireland's all-time scorers list. But what makes him special? Darren Cave explains what it was like to train with him. They look ahead to the South Africa game next week, what Ireland should be wary of with the Springboks, but why they shouldn't actually fear them at all. Plus, former Ireland player CJ Stander explains why he'll be supporting the boys in green, rather than his homeland of South Africa.

Ireland got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with an 82-8 win over Romania in the heat of Bordeaux. Maire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill is joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Ireland and Munster player Peter Stringer and former Munster and Leicester player Johne Murphy as they look back on the opening weekend of action in France. They analyse the game in full, discuss the difficulty of playing in the heat and debate whether or not Ireland should risk Johnny Sexton against Tonga next week. Plus, who impressed at the weekend? And why we shouldn't be too fearful of France. With thanks to Heineken. Please drink responsibly.

Munster are the United Rugby Championship winners and Jason has brought in jerseys and trackies for Greg, Pat and Lindsay to wear. After getting us started with 'Stand Up And Fight', Greg and the gang discuss: (1:30) - Munster ending title wait in Cape Town (8:45) - Nerveless Jack Crowley and 'F-bomb' Hodnett (31:10) - Munster's players of the season (34:50) - South African journalist Grand Shub (41:05) - Ireland's World Cup training squad (51:20) - Our end of season awards

After a wildly dramatic weekend of rugby, Greg O'Shea, Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy are in the House of Rugby studio, and we hear from Lawrence Dallaglio, Ronan O'Gara and Gregory Alldritt. The team discuss: (1:00) Jason and Lindsay on the town (3:00) Lawrence Dallaglio tees us up (5:30) - Champions Cup final review (26:40) - Respect for ROG and what next for Leinster? (52:00) - Ronan O'Gara and Gregory Alldritt (55:00) - Munster vs Stormers URC final preview

Springbok legend and two-time European Cup winner Bryan Habana joins Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat in the House of Rugby studio for a Champions Cup bumper episode. They discuss URC semi wins for Munster & Stormers, and look ahead to Leinster vs. La Rochelle. They also discuss: (1:00) - Olympic qualification and Sevens scenes (8:20) - Munster's big win, and Crowley's drop goal (17:00) - Keith Earls' recovery and Stormers video celebrations (35:15) - Bryan Habana's career highlights (49:25) - Interview with Brian O'Driscoll (57:45) - Interview with Ronan O'Gara (59:50) - Interview with Jamison Gibson-Park (1:05:00) - Champions Cup preview (1:24:35) - Bryan returns, and some Ice, Ice Baby

After a huge weekend of quarter final action in the United Rugby Championship, Greg, Lindsay & Jason are in the House of Rugby studio to break it all down. They discuss: (7:15) - Connacht stun Ulster (14:00) - Colm de Buitlear comments after Terenure's AIL win (20:20) - What next for Ulster? (23:45) - Munster's gutsy win (30:10) - Leinster swat Sharks aside (54:05) - Johnny Sexton & Paul O'Connell chats (58:30) - Best rugby players of all time

Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat are joined by Pat McCarry in the House of Rugby studio as they look back on a big weekend of Champions Cup and Women's Six Nations rugby. They discuss: (1:00) - International Rugby Experience (3:00) - Leinster thump Toulouse (10:15) - Josh van der Flier and Toulouse indiscipline (23:20) - La Rochelle blitz Exeter (45:00) - Women's Six Nations (59:00) - URC quarter final preview

Former Leinster centre Conor O'Brien joins Greg and Lindsay in studio to chat all things rugby, including his premature retirement through injury. The gang look back on Munster's comeback against the Sharks, Leinster's shock defeat, and much more!

Four wins from four, a Springbok head coach heading to Leinster and Ireland Women set to host a dominant England side. On this week's House of Rugby, Jason Hennessy is in the host's seat, and joined by Lindsay Peat and Pat McCarry. They talk: (1:50) - Leinster snap up Jacques Nienaber (6:10) - Munster roll Stormers (18:45) - Leinster's young guns win thriller (26:00) - Crucial wins for Connacht and Ulster (42:15) - Women's rugby report, and Italy defeat

Greg, Lindsay and Jason are back in the House of Rugby studio and there's a heap of hot topics to get to. They discuss: 2:30 - Jimmy O'Brien and Garry Ringrose on fire 6:00 - Where to target Leinster 12:10 - Openside chat & Scott Penny's fend! 15:00 - In defence of Leinster - “It pains me to say it!” 24:55 - Toulouse skewer Sharks 35:00 - La Rochelle beat Sarries, ROG praise 43:10 - Women's Six Nations 47:00 - Red card and high tackle madness 58:50 - URC preview

Greg, Lindsay and Jason are reunited in the House of Rugby studio to discuss the weekend's Champions and Challenge Cup action. We also hear from Grand Slam champ, friend of the show and all-round legend, Mack Hansen. (0:40) - Introduction (3:15) - Ryan Baird stars as Leinster beat Ulster (12:30) - Ireland back three debate (15:10) - Will Johnny Sexton play for Leinster again? (19:45) - Munster get Sharked (25:30) - Carbery and Murray futures? (41:20) - Mack Hansen chat (47:00) - Women's Six Nations

Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat are joined by Jason O'Mara - top Irish actor, big rugby head and voice of Batman - in the House of Rugby studio, this week. Hugo Keenan chats with Pat about Ireland's Grand Slam triumph. (0:40) - Greg & Lindsay's Grand Slam tales (19:45) - Leinster cracker against Stormers (28:00) - Wins for Connacht & Ulster, but Munster lose (45:40) - Jake White wants yellow cards for 'simulation' (51:15) - Hugo Keenan interview (57:00) - Women's Six Nations

James Downey joins Pat McCarry and Jason Hennessy in the House of Rugby studio to discuss Irish Grand Slams in the 2023 Six Nations and U20 championship. We also hear from Johnny Sexton, Tommy Bowe, Andy Farrell and Ireland Women captain Nichola Fryday. (0:30) - Reacting to Ireland's win over England (16:00) - Freddie Steward red card (31:00) - Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell (33:20) - U20s Grand Slam and senior highlights (57:00) - Tommy Bowe (58:15) - Six Nations awards and Nichola Fryday

Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat are joined in the House of Rugby studio by former Munster, Harlequins and Ireland back-row, Anna Caplice. Pat McCarry catches up with Brian O'Driscoll, later in the show. Running order: (2:30) - Munster winning run continues and centres debate (9:00) - Leinster go 19 from 19; Scott Penny praise (22:10) - Connacht and Ulster wins (42:30) - Scotland vs. Ireland preview (52:40) - Brian O'Driscoll interview (1:16:00) - Anna Caplice on women's rugby and career highs

Greg O'Shea is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy, ahead of another big weekend of Six Nations games. They discuss: (1:30) - Welsh rugby crisis (9:00) - Munster on a roll (14:15) - Malakai Fekitoa move and Tadhg Beirne injury (18:00) - Champagne Leinster and Jimmy O'Brien form (21:05) - Hugo Keenan appreciation (30:00) - Italy vs. Ireland preview (37:00) - Rugby heroes and influences (43:45) - Six Nations chat (50:00) - Peter O'Mahony contract

Greg O'Shea is joined in the House of Rugby studio by Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy to discuss another huge Six Nations weekend. They also hear from Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell on the win over France. (2:00) - Ireland boss France (6:50) - The Hugo Keenan and James Lowe tries. (16:00) - Uini Atonio tackle debate (27:30) - Mack Hansen vs. Antoine Dupont (33:00) - Conor Murray praise (37:15) - Sexton and Farrell post-match (41:00) - Wins for Scotland and England (58:20) - Irish players in a World XV

Greg, Lindsay and Jason are joined in the House of Rugby studio to discuss the latest round of URC games and look ahead to the 2023 Six Nations. The show also features three great interviews. (2:10) - Josh van der Flier chat (5:45) - Greg on his dip with Josh (17:00) - URC round-up (30:10) - Six Nations preview (44:25) - Six Nations predictions (49:00) - Anthony Watson interview (57:40) - Tadhg Leader interview

Greg, Lindsay and Jason are in the House of Rugby studio to discuss Munster vs. Toulouse and Ireland's Six Nations squad announcement. They also cover the Champions Cup Last 16 draw and Pat sits down for a chat with Leinster and Ireland star Robbie Henshaw. (1:00) - Munster push Toulouse close (9:00) - Joey Carbery debate (13:30) - Robbie Henshaw interview (32:10) - Netflix documentary (35:00) - Leinster and Ulster collision course (66:00) - Women's Interpros

Jason and Lindsay look back on all the Champions and Challenge Cup action, discuss Six Nations squad calls and chat with Mindset & Performance Coach, Brian Moylett. They discuss: (1:20) - Munster's win and big names dropped (12:00) - Ulster heartbreak (16:30) - Leinster win big, and Jamie Osborne praise (20:00) - Caelan Doris backed by rugby greats (30:15) - Connacht bash Brive (35:00) - Women's Interpro (41:45) - Owen Farrell - “Absolute disgrace” (44:00)- Eddie Jones' Australia job (50:00) Brian Moylett interview (63:10) - Six Nations squad shots

Greg, Lindsay & Jason are back in the House of Rugby studio, with a lot to discuss. Pat talks to Bristol, and former Connacht, star Jake Heenan. (0:30) - Greg on his Late Late Show appearance (3:30) - Owen Farrell, Manu Tuilagi and Aaron Cruden's wild hits (14:05) - URC chat (45:35) - Women's Interpros (49:40) - Jake Heenan interview (1:07:23) - Champions Cup talk (1:11:00) - Six Nations squad debate

Greg O'Shea, Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy hand out their awards for the best players and moments in 2022, before previewing a huge year of rugby in 2023. Greg kicks House of Rugby off with a recap of the New Years inter-pros. (0:35) - Intro and inter-pros chat (6:00) - 2022 rugby awards (27:15) - 2023 rugby predictions.

Jason Hennessy and Lindsay Peat look back on the first of the festive inter-pros, and there are House of Rugby interviews with Jimmy O'Brien and Charles Piutau. (0:45) - Leinster get one over Munster (13:00) - Ulster survive Connacht comeback (22:10) - Part 2 of our Jimmy O'Brien interview (35:40) - Interview with Charles Piutau

Leinster and Ireland star Jimmy O'Brien joins Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat in the House of Rugby studio to discuss his whirlwind year and a host of topics, including: (1:30) - Jimmy O'Brien interview, Part One (18:05) - How Sevens shaped his career (34:00) - Leinster's thrashing of Gloucester (40:15) - Munster win big and Ulster's 'frozen' pitch (56:40) - Steve Borthwick gets England job (61:00) - £1m man Finn Russell

Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat are joined in the House of Rugby studio by Pat McCarry, to discuss all the latest news, and we hear from La Rochelle & France star, Grégory Alldritt. (0:30) - Introduction, Eddie Jones and Wayne Pivac sacked (9:55) - Leinster win big, Munster pipped, Ulster thrashed (35:10) - Grégory Alldritt interview (46:25) - Connacht win and Champions Cup round-up

Former IRFU Director of Referees chat, John Porch interview & URC Round-up by JOE

Ronan O'Gara interview, return of the URC & Louis Ludik by JOE

Greg O'Shea, Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy are in the House of Rugby studio and we also hear from Peter O'Mahony and former Ireland No.8, Jamie Heaslip. They cover: (1:30) - Ireland's tense Wallabies win (10:20) - Peter O'Mahony chats with Pat (20:55) - Nic White HIA farce (29:45) - Jamie Heaslip interview (39:00) - World Rugby awards (54:15) - ROG linked with England and rugby round-up

Greg, Lindsay & Jason are in the House of Rugby studio to review the weekend of rugby action and preview Ireland vs. Australia in the Bank of Ireland Nations Series. Pat also catches up with La Rochelle & Wallabies star, Will Skelton. (3:00) - Ireland vs. Fiji chat (6:15) - The three Irish debutants (9:45) - Centre debate for Oz (20:00) - Will Skelton interview (30:00) - Ireland vs. Wallabies preview (39:55) - France vs. Springboks madness (52:00) - Women's World Cup Final (59:10) - Alex Goode on Irish form (63:30) - Round-up and Munster's rousing win

Ireland have reaffirmed their place as World No.1s after beating South Africa. France and Argentina won thrillers, and the All Blacks are back. Louis Ludik joins Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat in the House of Rugby studio to discuss: (1:00) Birthdays, retirements and concussion (12:45) Ireland's win over South Africa (28:00) Jimmy O'Brien's big debut (34:40) Josh van der Flier for POTY? (45:00) - Stephen Ferris chat (49:30) - Ireland A get pumped (56:15) - France pip Australia and England lose to Los Pumas (63:00) - The Beast beasts Alun Wyn Jones (64:20) - Women's World Cup final preview

Greg, Lindsay and Jason are in the House of Rugby studio, this week, and there's a bevvy of topics to get stuck into. We also here from Ireland lock Ultan Dillane, who is with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle side. (1:15) Jazz festivals, Katie Taylor and Wolverine (4:00) Ireland vs. South Africa (12:15) Andy Farrell, Lions coach? (14:30) David Nucifora 'flexing' on rivals (21:00) Women's and Sevens contracts (30:10) Ireland's Top 5 players debate (36:35) Munster vs. Ulster (49:30) Ultan Dillane interview (57:15) URC round-up and Women's World Cup

Former Leinster, Benetton and Italy outhalf Ian McKinley drops by the House of Rugby studio, and joins Greg O'Shea and Lindsay Peat to discuss: (2:00) - Ian's new book, Second Sight (12:10) - Johnny Sexton's legacy (29:00) - Leinster's win over Munster (35:55) - Thomas Ahern praise (44:00) - Lindsay's scrum analysis (59:15) - Andrew Conway interview (1:08:00) - Connacht slay Scarlets

Greg O'Shea, Lindsay Peat and Jason Hennessy are all back in the House of Rugby studio for the new season of the show. We also hear from Leinster & Ireland star Josh van der Flier on his teammates, and funny rugby moments. (1:30) - Gang catch up on big off-season and early season events (8:00) - Best young Irish prospects (13:10) - Munster get back on track (34:15) - Connacht vs Leinster and Bundee Aki ban (46:00) - Josh van der Flier interview (51:00) - Ulster slay Lions in South Africa (55:50) - Wrestling Leigh Halfpenny and Jonathan Davies (59:30) - Worcester & Wasps discussion

It's our final House of Rugby episode of the season, and we have got Greg O'Shea, Jason Hennessy, Lindsay Peat AND Darren Cave all in the studio, together! They discuss: (0:30)- Darren's sweet gig in South Africa (5:00) - Looking back on the URC season (14:00) - Leinster "fuming" about losing Denis Leamy (21:55) - Irish Team of the URC (32:00) - Test futures of McCloskey and Farrell (34:10) - Shout-out to the South Africans (44:15) - Greg & Lindsay on Nick McCarthy (51:20) - Ireland All Blacks preview - “I'm a bit worried about it”

Greg, Lindsay and Jason convene in the House of Rugby studio and there's a lot to talk about, including: (01:15) - Stormers are the URC champions (17:05) - Greg going for a pint with Mack Hansen (22:00) - Connacht's Cian Prendergast on Ireland ambitions (26:30) - Ireland's squad for New Zealand (39:00) - Debate on concussion (55:10) - Women's tour to Japan and TVs contracts

Jason, Lindsay and Greg are joined in studio by Connacht and Ireland star, Mack Hansen. They discuss: (3:30) - Leinster humbled by Bulls (9:00) - Mack on Johnny Sexton (15:30) - Fan questions with Mack Hansen (26:40) - Mack on his Ireland debut (34:10) - Mack on the All Blacks (35:30) - Ulster pipped by Stormers (44:35) - The Adre Smith red card (48:00) - Kieran Marmion visits Dunmore Rugby Club (51:50) - Team of the Year and URC awards

Jason, Greg and Lindsay are joined in studio by Ronan O'Mahony to discuss the weekend's URC quarter-final action.

Jason and Darren are joined in studio by Leinster legend Victor Costello to look back on Leinster's narrow loss to La Rochelle in the Heineken Cup final.