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Happiness Is Egg Shaped's Bruce Aitchison explores peoples passions, what makes them happy and chatting about their hopes and dreams for the future. We all know that Bruce loves a chat and the amazing line up of guests do too! Check out the "Happiness Is" podcast on all of your podcast providers & don't forget to subscribe! You can watch the shows on https://www.facebook.com/happinessiseggshaped.org and on our YouTube Channel. Check out Happiness Is Egg Shaped on Twitter - Twitter - @happyeggshaped See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Happiness Is... Peter Winterbottom [Ep 147]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 33:47


    Check out my chat with England Rugby LEGEND Peter WinterbottomSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is.. Robert Lynch & Andy Jarrett [Ep 146]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 34:34


    Rugby is once again bringing people together to support members of the rugby family.I spoke to Robert Lynch & Andy Jarrett about the upcoming game to raise funds & awareness for great causes.If you are able to support, please get involved.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Vivian Bahlmann [Ep 145]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 60:44


    Anyone who listens to me will know...I think what makes rugby special is the people you meet, the relationships you build, the experiences you share, the places you go, and the memories you make.I went to Amsterdam as coach of the Penguins men's XV squad. It was the first tour where the men and women went together. I met Vivian Bahlmann. She is incredible! She is positivity in human form. I absolutely loved getting to know her, and I've watched her journey from afar.I was absolutely delighted when she found some time to chat with me. I loved it. I hope you enjoy listening. Glück hat die Form eines EiesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Bryan Easson Returns [Ep 144]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 32:34


    Women's Six Nations Podcast SpecialScotland take on Italy this Sunday at Hive Stadium. Scotland Head Coach, Bryan Easson joins me to reflect on the first 2 games and look ahead to the rest of the tournament. It's a World Cup year, so EVERYTHING counts!I always enjoy Bryan's chat!Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Classic Happiness Is... Zoe Aldcroft

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 47:27


    Check out my chat from December 2021 with the current Red Roses Captain Zoe AldcroftWhen Zoe Aldcroft was named as the best player in the world, I was delighted but not surprised. Her performances recently have been outstanding and it seems like there is still lots more to come.A very humble woman, hard working, honest and funny, it was a real joy that she agreed to be on the podcast.Thank you to Halbro Sports for bringing us together.I loved the chat, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Mickey Weir [Ep 143]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 73:46


    A treat from our other podcast, Goals & Glory...He's here! He's there! Mickey Weir was dynamite and everything I loved about Hibs, passionate, quick, skillful and played with a smile. He was wee and that just made him even cooler. He was my big brother's favourite, he was a lot of people's favourite!I was delighted when he agreed to be on the pod and could have spoken to him for hours. I hope he'll come back for part 2!I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Joe Tortolano [Ep 142]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 67:01


    A treat from our other podcast, Goals & Glory...A Hibby who will forever be in Hibs Folklore, from Stirling to Easter Road to Sunset Beach...The Gordon Rae testimonial is a happy memory from my childhood! Joe T is constantly reminded of it and although Gordon Strachan has forgiven him, not sure Sir Alex has!I loved it the chat, a very funny, humble man who was a joy to chat to. I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Sandra Soler-Gomez [Ep 141]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 51:21


    Sandra Soler-Gomez is an absolute FORCE of NATURE. Sandra has a phenomenal impact on so many players, and her contribution to the game is priceless. You always leave a chat with Sandra better than when you arrived. I loved talking to her, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Adam Sinclair [Ep 140]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 45:58


    Adam Sinclair has an interesting story to tell. I've got to know him recently, and I've enjoyed being in his circle. He wants to make the world a better place, and he's learnt a lot from his experience in rugby.I always enjoy chatting to him. I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is Egg Shaped.. Lizzie Musa [Ep 139]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 66:25


    I'm was ABSOLUTELY delighted to have the AMAZING Lizzie Musa, AKA Ruckstar Lizzie, as my guest on the pod.She is AWESOME! She's always smiling and full of positive energy. I was delighted to meet Lizzie ON TOUR with Penguin International Rugby Football Club.I've watched her journey with pride. I loved the chat, I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg Shaped Brought to you in partnership with the AEGEAN RUGBY FESTIVAL.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Roddy Deans [Ep 138]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 69:11


    I've badgered, pestered, and harassed this guy for years. He FINALLY agreed to be a guest. He's been an opponent. He's been a teammate. He's been a colleague. He's ALWAYS been a friend. I love the guy.This is part 1. There MUST be more.Happiness is, was, and always will be Roddy Deans Shaped.Thanks to Aegean Rugby Festival for sponsoring this episode.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Fiona Burnet [Ep 137]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 36:32


    Fiona Burnet seems to have 26 hours in her day!She is an elite level athlete, while working in a job that makes the world a better place.I absolutely loved chatting to her, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Fiona Burnet ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Amy Costello [Ep 136]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 45:08


    I've known of Amy Costello for a long time, I've enjoyed watching her journey from afar.I absolutely loved having the opportunity to chat to her about her life so far and the exciting things that lie ahead.She is a fantastic role model.I loved talking to her, I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Amy Costello ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Happiness Is... Jordan Edmunds [Ep 135]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 61:09


    I've known Jordan Edmunds for a long time. It has been an absolute joy to watch his journey and see everything he has achieved. From club, to pro, 7s on the circuit for Scotland and GB, playing for Edinburgh, and even having a tournament named after him...He's remained humble, hard working, and is a role model for others.I loved chatting to him, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Rob Robertson & Pete Burns [Ep 134]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 41:31


    Murrayfield is a special place to me. I've had so many happy moments there, shared with so many people. I could watch the grass grow.Rob Robertson & Pete Burns have written an incredible book to celebrate the 1st 100 years of Murrayfield, about 100 memorable games. It's a cracker.I loved chatting to them, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... WP Nel [Ep 133]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 63:09


    I take HUGE delight announcing at Murrayfield & the Hive, especially this guy...W... P... NEL! I still get people shouting this at me! He's an amazing human, a gentle giant. It was great to speak to him from his home in South Africa, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Kaleem Barretto [Ep 132]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 62:00


    Kaleem Barretto has a great story to tell, and he's not finished yet.You can't help but smile when you speak to him, and he's on a mission!I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Matt Scott [Ep 131]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 63:25


    I always enjoy chatting to Matt Scott, he has had an amazing career and gathered some phenomenal memories. I was delighted to see him arrive back in Edinburgh this season.I loved chatting to him, I hope you enjoy listening.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happines Is... Taylor Winyard [Ep 130]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 52:20


    Happiness is Taylor Shaped!Taylor Winyard is delivering the match ball at the Scotland Women v Fiji Women at the Hive Stadium.Taylor is an inspirational, RECORD BREAKING athlete who has conquered both the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans!!! Friend to Rachel Malcolm & many of the Scotland Women, she has a brilliant story to tell.Humble, funny & determined, I loved the chat. I hope you enjoy listening!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Mick Colliss [Ep 129]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 17:56


    I didn't know Mick Colliss until Facebook brought him into my life. I'm so glad it did!A rugby loving Australian who like me, loves Clubland and enjoys talking!His story is hilarious, and he is bringing it to the Edinburgh Festival from the 19th - 25th August. I loved chatting to him, I hope you enjoy listening.Tickets are available here,https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/blood-sweat-and-beers-how-one-man-overcame-a-complete-lack-of-ability-to-represent-his-country?fbclid=IwY2xjawErDPRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHR-1R47LKaUX5OSKy58UA4lScskEDN6wzTRp19LWLQEykRgRNqOQ-pAr8g_aem_FGilEYT1s-I6whqvnyN2wwI'll see you there!Mick knows...Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Budge Pountney, Stuart Thom & Alan Bateman [Ep 128]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 31:49


    Happiness is... The Long RunStuart Thom is at it again!This time, it's a run from Gloucester to Northampton, and he's gathered an awesome team to join him. I was delighted to be joined by Budge Poutney and Alan Bateman to hear all about the challenge to raise funds & awareness for My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, 4Ed & 40Tude Check out http://www.greatrugbyevents.co.uk/ for more information.I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Sandra Colamartino [Ep 127]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 77:05


    Happiness is... Cammy Hutchinson [Ep 126]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 60:07


    I've known Cammy for a few years and watched his progress from afar. He smiles and laughs and has time for everyone. He was playing part-time and working for a removal company, helping me to move house! It was great to chat to him.I loved watching him at Edinburgh, and was sad to see him go to Newcastle. But, I was delighted that he would get to play more and challenge himself in a new environment. I loved having him as a podcast guest, we talked Rugby and life and the time disappeared!I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Prof Tom Gillingwater [Ep 125]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 28:49


    ALL ROADS LEAD TO ROME SPECIAL Late last year, I spoke to Ian Barr & Rob Boyns, the Captains of the Dodd1e'5 Gr4nd S7am Team. They had the mad idea of cycling from Murrayfield to Rome for the Scotland v Italy 6N match. If that wasn't daft enough, it will visit Dublin, Cardiff, London, Paris, Monaco & Pisa on the way. 2 days after recording, they called and asked if I wanted to join...We're now 2 weeks away from departure, the team has visited Carrongrange school and Edinburgh University to engage with groups supporting our effort.Prof Tom Gillingwater is an important member of the MND community working at the Euan Macdonald MND ResearchCentre, trying every day to make progress towards finding treatments and, eventually, a cure.It was inspiring to listen to him, and I will think of his words in the darker moments on the trip.I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Ally Hogg [Ep 124]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 51:55


    The Happiness is... Podcast with Ally HoggI've known Hoggy for years, and when we coached together, we became good mates. I loved watching him play for Edinburgh and Scotland and went down to Kingston Park on a cold Friday to see him with Falcons. His attitude toward the game (& life) was relaxed but focused. He was good for me.I enjoyed kicking off a new series with a friend. We chatted 6N, Scotland, #Clubland, and life. Hoggy knows...Happiness is Egg Shaped #GoodGuySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Doddie Aid Live with guests Jamie Ritchie & Rob Wainwright [Ep 122]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 44:46


    By popular demand… Doddie Aid live is back!!Join Bruce from Happiness is Egg Shaped as he chats with Scotland & Team Edinburgh captain Jamie Richie & our leader Rob Wainwright!Still time to sign up for Doddie Aid at doddieaid.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Rob Wainwright & Kelly Brown - Doddie Aid 2024 Preview [Ep 122]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 30:45


    DoddieAid kicks off on January the 1st.I caught up with the man behind it all, Rob Wainwright and South Team Captain, Kelly Brown.Great to hear their passion for Doddie Aid, keeping the legacy going and the Big Man himself.Sign up for Doddie Aid 2024 by heading to doddieaid.com or downloading the Doddie Aid app from your App Store.I loved it. I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Dodd1s'5 Gr4nd S7am [Ep 121]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 36:51


    Dodd1s'5 Gr4nd S7am, Road to RomeRob Wainwright's next crazy adventure, 'All Roads Lead to Rome' to bring the curtain down on DoddieAid 2024 for the 6N match between Italy & Scotland, has been discussed and plans have been made.Enter Rob's disciplines, Ian Barr & Rob Boyns. They've taken the idea, and in true DoddieAid fashion, have made it bigger and more spectacular.I caught up with them both to find out more, including a date with European Royalty...Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Kenny Logan [Ep 120]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 32:11


    I loved watching Kenny Logan, and he's become my mum's favourite after she read his autobiography. We've met a few times and share a passion for raising funds and awareness for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. I ran a marathon, he's walking and cycling from Edinburgh to Paris! Check out - https://kennylogansrwcchallenge.com/ for more info AND have a listen to this!I loved it, I hope you enjoy. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Allan "CHUNK" Jacobsen [Ep 119]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 62:58


    A cult hero in Scottish Rugby and everything we love about a prop. He's funny, honest & in this pod, reflective.Please listen, I promise it'll only make you love him more.I absolutely LOVED it, and he will be back for part 2.Happiness is CHUNK ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... World Cup Weekly! with guests Gordy Reid & Brother Sea (7th Sept 2023)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 37:37


    On the eve of the Rugby World Cup, join Bruce, the legend Gordy Reid and the brilliant Brother Sea for a preview of this weekend's action!Recorded live on Thursday 7th September 2023in association with Fill Your Boots - The Social Network for Grassroots Rugby. Register free at fybrugby.com today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Andy Cramond [Ep 117]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 60:52


    I've known Andy Cramond for a long time and I was delighted when he moved to France. No one, Andy included, could've predicted how long he'd stay and the career he would have.A Scotsman abroad, enjoying life and playing at a high level.Andy is back in Edinburgh and it was great to see him again and have a chat. I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedThis pod is sponsored by Infinity Blu Dental. Visit https://www.infinitybludental.co.uk/ today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Sue Anstiss MBE [Ep 116]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 59:14


    I've admired Sue Anstiss and her work for years and her latest project, the documentary GAME ON, gave me the motivation to invite Sue to be a podcast guest!Sue is in HIGH demand, so I was delighted when she agreed to talk all things sport, women and girls in sport, her hopes for the future, the work she does and much much more!I absolutely loved and hope there will be a part 2 in the future.Happiness is Egg ShapedThis pod is sponsored by Infinity Blu Dental. Visit https://www.infinitybludental.co.uk/ today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Josh Henderson [Ep 115]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 58:10


    I'm getting old. I've known Andy Henderson for years. I was aware Josh, his son, was a very able stand-off. I've watched his journey from afar and admired his courage to travel and to go looking for opportunities. He's made San Diego his home, or at least his latest stop on his journey.I spent a loooong bus trip with Andy and enjoyed hearing his version of Josh's story. I was delighted when Josh agreed to be a guest on the pod.I loved it! I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedThis pod is sponsored by Infinity Blu Dental. Visit https://www.infinitybludental.co.uk/ today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Lisa Thomson [Ep 114]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 65:03


    WE'RE BACK!I've known Lisa for a long time. After presenting her with an award at her school prize giving to seeing her inducted into the Melrose 7s Hall of Fame, she's achieved a lot. She's stayed humble but hugely ambitious, becoming a fantastic role model.I was delighted when she agreed to be a guest. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did!Happiness is Egg ShapedThis pod is sponsored by Infinity Blu Dental. Visit https://www.infinitybludental.co.uk/ today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Sue Dorrington [Ep 113]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 53:51


    Sue Dorrington is many things. A pioneer, a rugby nut, a role model, a hall of famer and an inspiration. And elways trying to make the world a better place, using her passion, enthusiasm and extensive contacts.I loved that Sue had time to have a chat. The Longest Try initiative needs your support. PLEASE GET INVOLVED, https://thelongesttry2023.co.uk/?home_pageHappiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Emma Orr [Ep 112]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 53:23


    Emma Orr has a bright future, a sparkling past and a busy present!Emma already has a Commonwealth Games, World Cup & 2 Six Nations Championships behind her, and she's only just 20years old!From the Farm in Biggar, the sky is the limit. I loved chatting to her, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Russell Earnshaw [Ep 111]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 50:09


    Chatting to Russell Earnshaw was incredible easy. He is happy to chat and has views on everything I find interesting. He loves the game and coaching and being a parent and wants to help people. The time flew, and I hope he'll be back part for part 2 sometime soon.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Happiness Is... Emma Wassell [Ep 110]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 66:44


    Emma Wassell is one the best known players in the Scotland squad with over 50 caps.Like her peers, she has a story to tell and due to injury, had time to have a chat!Positive, funny and honest, with a sharp mind and friends in high places, I loved catching up with her again.I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Megan Gaffney [Ep 109[

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 60:54


    LIVE POD!I will be live with MEGAN GAFFNEY for a LIVE edition of the "Happiness Is..." podcast!We will look ahead to the next round of TikTok Women's Six Nations review / preview & the usual chat on life, love & Rugby.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Anna Caplice Returns!! [Ep 108]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 45:43


    Anna Caplice is sunshine! I loved catching up with her again. We chatted Women's 6N, Spain, Austria(!), blue shorts, coaching & Sarah Hunter.I hope you enjoy listening Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... GB7s in Hong Kong! Part Two [Ep 107]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 20:36


    I love Hong Kong. I really, really love Hong Kong 7s. The week of the 7s is special, the World of Rugby comes to town and it is pure joy.This year, I'm not there. So, to get my fix, the GB 7s squads agreed to have a chat to me from their hotel rooms!Find out about Freddie Roddick's 'wee man syndrome', Paddy Kelly's role as social coordinator, the new boy Kaleem Barretto and the coach Robbie Fergusson.We also talk about rugby.I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... GB7s in Hong Kong! Part One [Ep 106]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 29:45


    I love Hong Kong. I really, really love Hong Kong 7s. The week of the 7s is special, the World of Rugby comes to town and it is pure joy.This year, I'm not there. So, to get my fix, the GB 7s squads agreed to have a chat to me from their hotel rooms!Jaz Joyce flying the flag for Wales, the plans for Abbie Brown's House warming, the Hall of Famer Lisa Thompson and fancy footwear Shona Campbell!We also talk about rugby.I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Andy Nicol & Andy Peterson [Ep 105]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 34:29


    Andy Nicol & Andy Peterson are doing great things to raise funds and awareness for 40tude, in memory of the rugby legend, and their pal, Tom Smith.We chat charity, getting checked, and of course, we chat Rugby.I loved catching up with them and hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport our show with the Acast Supporter feature - https://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchisonCheck out the Happiness Is Egg Shaped Merchandise store - https://bit.ly/HIESstoreSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Nick Wakley [Ep 104]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 57:17


    Nick Wakley is Wakkers to me. Because the world is small, the rugby world is smaller, but the #SamuraiFamily is spread far and wide. We feel like mates!Now coaching the GB Women 7s squad, having coached and played at the highest level, I was delighted to steal an hour of his time for a chat.I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Martin & Daniel from Skerryvore [Ep 103]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 31:06


    I fell in love with Skerryvore after I heard them during the first DoddieAid. They love their Rugby and like me, dream of playing at Murrayfield!It was great to speak to Martin & Dan Gillespie about music, rugby & Big Al Kellock!Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Happiness Is... Alix Popham is Back [Ep 102]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 11:36


    Alix Popham and his Merry Band are at it again! This time, Cardiff to Murrayfield to raise funds & awareness for Head 4 Change and then hosting an event at Stewart's Melville RFC on Friday night in conjunction with the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. I caught up with him before the off and as usual, loved it.I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg Shaped Tickets for the Making Memories event are available here, https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-memories-tickets-513006685807?s=09Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Doddie Aid 2023 - Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 48:29


    Join host Bruce Aitchison as he chats to one of the founders of Doddie Aid, Mr Rob Wainwright as well as Team Wales captain, Scott Quinnell!If you haven't yet joined Doddie Aid, now is the time. Visit doddieaid.com to sign up now!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Happiness Is... Bruce MacGregor [Ep 101]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 15:05


    DODDIE'5 DREAM TO NUMBER 1Bruce McGregor is a PROPer LEGEND. I feel honoured to know him and have him as a comrade in Doddie'5 Army to find a cure for MND. Doddie's Dream has been released and we ALL want it at #1. Please listen in to Bruce talk to Bruce and download the tack to raise much needed funds and awareness for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. Thank youDownload "Doddie's Dream" here:iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/id1658533966Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/6KmkE5DqCr8fM2KqptW84LSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Greig Laidlaw [Ep 100]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 57:11


    Later than previously advertised...Episode 100 will be released with the MAGNIFICENT Greig Laidlaw as guest!He needs no introduction. I'm excited for you to hear it before the pod takes a break. It's been emotional.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport our show with the Acast Supporter feature - https://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchisonCheck out the Happiness Is Egg Shaped Merchandise store - https://bit.ly/HIESstoreRegister for Fill Your Boots for FREE - https://bit.ly/HIESFYBAre you looking to increase your clubs sponsorship revenue? Head to https://bit.ly/HIES_SC & use promo code SC20HIES for 20% off at Sponsor ConnectSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Happiness Is... Shona Campbell [Ep 99]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 56:39


    I first met Shona Campbell when she was helping mates plan a charity event, always a good sign. Since then she's been pretty quiet... Touch World Cup, Scotland 7s and 15s debuts, Commonwealth Games, GB 7s and Rugby World Cup in NZ while studying psychology at Uni!The future is bright and it was great that she took some time to chat to me, I loved speaking to her, I hope you enjoy listening.Happiness is Egg ShapedSupport our show with the Acast Supporter feature - https://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchisonCheck out the Happiness Is Egg Shaped Merchandise store - https://bit.ly/HIESstoreRegister for Fill Your Boots for FREE - https://bit.ly/HIESFYBAre you looking to increase your clubs sponsorship revenue? Head to https://bit.ly/HIES_SC & use promo code SC20HIES for 20% off at Sponsor ConnectSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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