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Welcome to PavsPod. Tom 'Goat' Ryan and Phil 'Eggy' Eggleshaw chat Rugby with players from around the game, with a focus on the importance of Grassroots Rugby. There is some Rugby chat, a lot of laughs, and some interesting stories. Do you miss the changing room? We can't provide you with deep heat, but we can provide you with some of that normality. Remember to Subscribe and Share the podcast!

Pavs Pod


    • Sep 13, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Season 5 - Episode 1 - Zak Poole, Rotheram Titans

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 36:03


    The Boys are back! About as consistent as Noel and Liam over the past decade, Goat and Eggy are back for YET ANOTHER season of Podcasting. We apologise. Luckily for us, Rotheram Titans favorite Zak Poole to ease the pain. The lads talk preseason, the perfect food and the worst changing rooms. We want guests and content, mainly because Goat is running out of ideas. If you have any ideas or want to come on the show, drop us a message on Instagram or Facebook

    Season 3 - Episode 9 - End of Season Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 33:11


    This week Goat & Eggy discuss changing rooms, facilities, after match entertainment, after match food and of course, beer.

    Season 4 - Epiosde 8 - Goat and Eggy Ramble

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 26:03


    This week we have no special guest, but the boys just chat rugby! How is your season going? Want to tell us? Come on to the Pod!

    Season 4 - Episode 7 - Llyr Griffiths, British Police Rugby

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 33:16


    They are back! The boys took a month off! Lots has changed! Goat is 30 and now a first teamer, and Phil is still, well actually he hasn't changed. This week, the lads talk to Llyr Griffiths, who is the Skipper for British Police. We talk Burton, Welsh Rugby and of course... Police Rugby!

    Season 4 - Episode 6 - Josh from Bake Off!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 41:00


    It is nearly Christmas, and talking to a Bake Off finalist definitely gives off Christmas Vibes! We talk everything Bake Off, the Hollywood Handshake and Syston Rugby Club

    Season 4 - Episode 5 - The Ultimate Nause, Jonty Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 43:58


    This week the lads speak to Assistant Coach at Paviors RFC (and one of the biggest nauses we have come across), Jonty Green. We speak Colt's participation, American Rugby and of course, where the Midlands is at in the terms of Rugby!

    Season 4 - Episode 4 - Craig 'Hammo' Hammond

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 51:31


    This week, the lads speak to Nottingham Head Coach and former player, Craig 'Hammo' Hammond. We talk Ireland Avenue, Nicknames, Old Nottingham nights out and Hong Kong. If you would like to be a guest on the show, please let us know on Instagram or Facebook!

    Season 4 - Episode 3 - Matt Bright from Mellish Ladies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 46:20


    This week, Goat & Eggy catch up with Mellish Ladies coach Matt Bright. We talk all things Women's Rugby, along with a mysterious glass eye... who knows? Do you want to come on to the Midlands Rugby Podcast? Yes? Well, drop us a message on Instagram and we will organise a date to record!

    Season 4 - Episode 2 - James 'Fish' Fisher

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 48:11


    This week Goat & Eggy speak to one of the NLD's favourite referees, James Fisher! Many have laughed with Fish, and many have also been told off. We discuss what it is like referring in the NLD, what Fish's worst Rugby Memory is and also delve in to his experiences as an openly gay man on and off the pitch. Well worth a listen... We apologise for Phil's inability to open up an adult conversation.

    Season 4 - Episode 1 - We are back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 33:34


    The boys are back... and as unknowledgeable as ever! It blows our mind every time that people want to listen to Goat & Eggy talk, but you must have your own reasons... maybe it was Goat's trailer from the summer.

    Season 3 - Episode 14 - Eggy Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 46:53


    This week, Goat and guest co-host Theo interview Phil 'Eggy' Eggleshaw. We aren't sure why he wanted to be interviewed, because we have heard most of his stories before. Anyhow... here it goes. If you would like to be a guest on The Midlands Rugby Podcast, please just slide in to our DMs on Instagram or Facebook!

    Season 3 - Episode 13 - Rugby Royal Family, Rob McGeechan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 49:21


    This week the lads speak to a member of the Rugby Royal Family, Rob McGeechan. As you may have guessed from the surname, Rob is the son of Sir Ian McGeechan, former Scotland and British and Irish Lions Coach. The lads talk about what it is like growing up as the Son of Sir Ian, community rugby and how to set up a team for members of our community with additional needs. Such a good pod! If you want to be a guest on the Midlands Rugby Podcast, just drop us a message on Instagram or Facebook.

    Season 3 - Episode 12 - Adam from Veseyans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 33:47


    The boys are back, and talking to Veseyans hooker, Adam Baldock. The lads talk about how the season has gone, the Papa John's Cup and also how we can better improve Recruitment and Retention in the sport. If you would like to come on to the pod, do what Adam has done and just drop us a message on instagram!

    Season 3 - Episode 11 - Are you smarter than an 11-14 year old?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 33:43


    This week the boys talk to Paviors front row, Jake Baldry. Jake broke in to the Paviors rugby team at the end of last season and has held down his spot. The lads talk Six Nations (bit late), Community Rugby and our favourite topic, the tackle height law change!

    Season 3 - Episode 10 - It's Nick from Scunny!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 36:53


    This week, after 3 weeks off, Goat and Eggy speak to Nick Dyson from Scunthorpe! The boys discuss the new tackle height rule, what Midland's rugby is like and also find out how Eggy want on a rampage at a local hospital. Takes some stopping! If you want to be on the Podcast, just drop us a message on Facebook and Instagram, and we will get back to you as soon as possible!

    Season 3 - Episode 9 - Steve's first squad and Aussie Ed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2023 31:11


    The lads have had our extended time off, and while we've been away a lot has happened. The boys discuss Steve Borthwick's new squad, and Eddie Jones' new job as Australia Head Coach! There has been a severe lack of Rugby played in the Midlands, so we stuck to international rugby. This pod was recorded before the new law change which has hit the media, but we have written to Bill Sweeney displaying our thoughts. If you would like to see what we wrote, head to our Instagram or Facebook!

    Season 3 - Episode 8 - Dougie from Lincoln!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 43:00


    This week the boys talk to Lincoln RFC's Director of Rugby, Dougie Gordon. This week the hot topics are Eddie's sacking, Women's & Girls Rugby and a cheap trip to Las Vegas. If you, or someone from your club want to come on to the pod, just drop us a message on Instagram and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year

    Season 3 - Episode 7 - Should he stay or should he go now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2022 35:03


    This week, the lads discuss Eddie Jones - should he stay or should he go? Rumour has it, since the episode has been recorded, Goat has made a U-Turn! It is impressive how little back bone he has. The lads also discuss Regional 2 Midlands, a league they actually know something about!  Remember.... Like. Subscribe. Share. 

    Season 3 - Episode 6 -The Red Roses and a Round Up of Counties 1!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 21:19


    After another week off (the lads have moved to a bi-weekly pod until Goaty can sort his life out), the lads are back! They discuss all things red roses, international rugby and Midlands Counties 1. If you want to be on the pod, message us on Instagram or Facebook, and we will sort it out!

    Season 3 - Episode 5 - Charlie Davies from Chesterfield Panthers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 41:07


    After two weeks off (poorly boys) the lads are back with a friend of the pod returning! This week it is former Northampton Saint, Wasps and Stade Scrum-Half, Charlie Davies. We find out what is currently happening down at Chesterfield Panthers Rugby Club, as well as find out how the company Future Smart are helping players from both Wasps and Worcester after both clubs had to terminate the contracts of all staff and players. Next week, Scottish international Jenny Maxwell joins the lads to discuss everything Allianz Premier 15s, the World Cup and women's rugby in the Midlands. One not to miss!

    Season 3 - Episode 4 - The Plastic Testical

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 47:38


    This week the lads speak to Wellingborough RFC's member, Owen Tomalin. We hear about the Back to Rugby scheme, an extra tomato at breakfast and Owen's old party trick! As well as this, Goat & Eggy do a round up of all the Counties 3 (Midlands) leagues. We apologise in advance... they don't know much about the West Midlands... and it shows.

    Season 3 - Episode 3 - JP from Oundle RFC

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 25:03


    This week we talk to Oundle's Director of Rugby, Jon Phillips. The lads discuss how rugby has changed, how it needs to change, and one or two stories about some people you may know. Remember - Like. Share. Subscribe... Pass the pod on!

    Season 3 - Episode 2 - Midlands Round Up & Worcester Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 25:00


    Despite poor WiFi (Sorry!) and it being two days late (Super Sorry!), this week's Pod is here! Remember to subscribe on Spotify, Apple and Google Podcasts as well as following us on Instagram and Facebook! See you shortly!

    Series 3 - Episode 1 - The Naked Spider

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 28:31


    The Boys are back New Series, New Name, Same Blokes Goat is shrinking, but the Pod is growing. We spoke to former Wellingborough and Fairford, now current Paviors player, Ben Taylor. Who knew a tour to Nottingham would set him up for the rest of his life? He didn't, but the Gods of NG1 had differently plans. The new podcast needs growing - and that is up to you. Let everyone you know that the Pod is now for absolutely everyone!

    End of Season 2 - The Review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 46:43


    The end of PavsPod... as you know it! Watch out for the big announcement in this episode! WE ARE GOING BIG. This week we talk to George Billam and reflect on the season gone by... and what a year it has been. Have a good season off, and we will see you at the start of our NEW podcast!

    Season 2 - Episode 16 - Chilli Sauce, Cockers and Community Rugby

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 53:31


    This week, Goat & Eggy talk to former Nottingham, Tigers and Wasps player turned coach, Matt Everard. We discuss team socials, Richard Cockerill and community rugby. Remember to like, share and subscribe to PavsPod.

    Season 2 - Episode 15 - Big Dog's Plunger

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 46:43


    This week, Goat and Eggy talk to former Paviors, and current Bridgnorth front row favourite (and viral sensation), Adam 'Big Dog' Stirling. What a man. We talk about fancy dress, initiations and Big Dog's Plunger. If you've heard it, you know. If you think you have what it takes to be a guest on PavsPod, or know someone that would be interesting to talk to, please let us know! Remember... LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE.

    Season 2 - Episode 14 - The Goat gets interviewed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 52:35


    This week listeners, Phil came up with the bright idea to interview The Goat. LOCK YOURSELVES IN. Phil, and guest co-host George Billam grill Goat, and yes, there are some surprises for him. We apologise in advance.

    Season 2 - Episode 13 - The Lady Rugby Ref

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 66:58


    This week Goat & Eggy talk to Fiona Davies, aka The Lady Rugby Ref (@ladyrugby_ref) on instagram. We talk welsh rugby, refereeing, and the unfortunate situation of a rise in abuse towards match day officials. Also, Goat is quite tipsy... you have been warned. Remember to like, share and subscribe!

    Season 2 - Episode 12 - Featherweight Grumio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 29:33


    This week, Goat & Eggy talk to Paviors newest first team centre, Cam Seaton.

    Season 2 - Episode 11 - Six Nations Preview(ish) and a Captains Catch Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 49:09


    This week Goat & Eggy decide to preview the Six Nations in the way only they can... in a bang average fashion. Once the painful preview is out of the way, we have a catch up with Paviors Club Captain, Doug Billam. Remember to Like. Share. Subscribe

    Series 2 - Episode 10 - The Sunburnt Kraken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 55:05


    This week we talk to Samantha Green, a pivotal member of the newly branded Paviors 19s! We speak Uni Rugby at an agricultural university, releasing the kraken, and a painful tanning technique.

    Season 2 - Christmas Party - PavsPod Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 26:17


    Goat & Eggy discuss their favourite podcasts from the last two years. Highly exciting stuff... find out who won Listener's Favourite Podcast, voted for by you! Merry Christmas from all of us at PavsPod, and make it a new years resolution to #PassPavsPod! CIAO FOR NOW

    Season 2 - Epiosde 8 - Kings Cross Steelers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 71:58


    This week the lads spoke to Simon Jones and Jack Fossey from Kings Cross Steelers. Kings Cross Steelers were the world's first gay and inclusive rugby team, and were the topic of conversation in the Amazon Prime documentary 'Steelers' (Well worth a watch!) We discuss tours, sausages, and inclusive rugby. LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE.

    Season 2 - Episode 7 - Old Man Planty

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 47:03


    This week Goat and Eggy spoke to local Amish man, Alistair Plant! The lads discuss how old he really is, Hong Kong, and that famous Paviors weekend! Make sure you subscribe and review the pod with a cheeky 5 stars! LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE.

    Season 2 - Episode 7 - The Bad Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 30:42


    Last week it was Jack Taylor, this week it is Will Taylor. Will is famously known as the Bad Taylor, but he is still quite a tasty player. Listen to the boys talk to Will about his breakthrough to the 1st XV, and also hear our brand new feature! Remember to subscribe and share PavsPod, help us grow the show!

    Season 2 - Episode 6 - The Good Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 30:42


    This week Goat and Eggy talk to the good Taylor brother, Jack. Jack is the younger brother of Will, and has been in the first team playing fullback and 13 for the past few weeks and have made a good impression. The lads also cover Eddie's team selection vs Tonga, do you agree?

    Series 2 - Episode 5 - James Stokes - Google Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 51:59


    This week Goat & Eggy talk to London Irish Utility Man, James Stokes. Stokesy played for Paviors, Mansfield, Nottingham, Cambridge and Coventry before making his way to South West London. We talk about his dating mishaps, premiership debut and one of his first ever jobs! Worth a listen! LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Instagram: PavsPod Facebook: PavsPod We are on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and Google Podcasts

    Series 2 - Episode 4 - Fiddling with Eggs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 39:41


    This week, Goat and Eggy talk to another Paviors Farmer, Ben Allen. We go from Carrots, to his pal paying for a new outfit while on a night out. This is an absolute rollercoaster. Remember to get tickets for the Halloween Parties for the little ones, and pen out the 5th November-7th November for the Paviors Beer Festival! See you there! Like. Share. Subscribe.

    Season 2 - Episode 3 - Where was Goats Pizza?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 24:44


    This week the lads review the Oundle and Southwell games, and prepare for the Syston and West Bridgford games. Goat also announces more information about the first Paviors RFC Beer Festival - an event open to all! But the most important question, did Goat get his pizza at Southwell last week?

    Series 2 Episode 2: Phil's Badowakies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 22:20


    The lads are back with the second episode of the hugely anticipated Second Series of PavsPod! The lads review the Nuneaton game, Preview the Oundle game, and Phil provides Tom with sound advice about his Badowakies Remember to Like. Share. Subscribe.

    Series 2 - Episode 1 - THE BOYS ARE BACK

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 32:35


    After a few months off, Goat and Eggy are back with a BRAND NEW LOOK. No Goat has not grown his hair back, and Phil is no more fun than before, but it with an exciting new format the lads kick off with some players interviews, and a quick round up from what has happened over the past few weeks. As the season goes on, we will be discussing games from around the Mids Prem, and talking to some exciting guests. OH IT FEELS GOOD TO BE BACK

    Episode 41 - End of Season Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 56:41


    It is the end of season 1 of PavsPod! 41 Episodes! Goat and Eggy reflect on conversations with the following previous guests; Oliver Collingham Alex Lewington Fran Eggleshaw Hannah Walker-Smart Ben Hunter Olly Barkley We are taking 6 weeks off, and already have some very exciting guests and features coming up! Go back and listen/watch previous episodes, subscribe, and please please please, pass the podcast!

    Episode 40 - Steve Allen - Mr Gilbert

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 53:18


    This week, Goat & Eggy talk to Stevie Allen about all things Rugby - on and off the field. We talk dirty tactics, sing songs, and Schmichael's cake. Remember to follow us on Instagram & Facebook (Just search PavsPod). Give us 5 stars and leave a review - it will help us grow the pod! #PassPavsPod

    Episode 39 - Lochie Dudley - Don't Make Me Run

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 53:35


    This week Goat & Eggy talk to Lochlan 'Lochie' Dudley. We talk New Zealand Rugby, the LAMBs Tour, and we chose our Lions forward pack. Remember to like, share and subscribe to PavsPod on ALL our platforms! Lets #GrowPavsPod

    Episode 38 - Will Crossley - The Sparrow's Wing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 65:34


    This week, Goat & Eggy talk to former Paviors and Bridgnorth player, Will Crossley. We talk incriminating social media posts, Dubai 7s, and who he prefers, Jim or George? Remember to like us on Instagram and Facebook, as well as subscribing to us on YouTube and any other platform you use to stream your podcast!

    Episode 37 - Hannah Walker Smart - Border Control

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 80:17


    This week, Goat and Eggy chat to Hannah Walker-Smart, who played for Paviors RFC and England U20 before selfishly moving over to New Zealand. While in NZ, Hannah picked up a new sport... listen to find out more! Remember to follow us on Instagram and Facebook (@Pavspod) and to subscribe to us on your favourite podcast streaming platform.

    Episode 36 - Matt Molyneux - Ooooooo Moooollllll

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 61:04


    This week, Goat & Eggy talk to Paviors Lifer, Matt Molyneux. We discuss University Rugby, Disciplinary Records, and we choose our British and Irish Lions back line. It may shock you, but there were disagreements. Remember to catch up on our old episodes, and you also to Like, Share and Subscribe.

    Episode 35 - Ollie Hanson - The Donkey Wrangler

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 49:49


    *** Episode 35 - Ollie Hanson - The Donkey Wrangler *** This week, Goat & Eggy talk to Paviors Lifer, Ollie Hanson. Ollie sheds light on his beloved Donkeys, his playing method and a misspelt tattoo. You can find us on the below apps! Remember to LIKE, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eCMUOlOALcFBR1OxBzc6O?si=fJ5kdIllQe2aQDYy-5gKnA Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/pavspod/id1540542917 Google - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80MDQzZmRjNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0MWPx6_iyZoLQhk_cOVpuw If you would like to get in touch with Goat or Eggy, remember to email pavspod@outlook.com, or slide into our DMs! #rugby #rugbylife #rugbyunion #podcast #rugbypodcast #rugbypod #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #nottinghampodcast #nottinghamsport #nottinghamshire #nld #midlandsprem #midlandspremier #spotify #secondrow #backrow #finesmaster #donkeysofinstagram #donkey #pavspod #paviors #paviorsrfc #paviorsrugby #jontyorjim

    Episode 34 - Sam Hobbs - The Tourist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2021 75:59


    This week, Goat & Eggy speak to former Derby player, Sam Hobbs. Sam has played all over Europe, and is currently playing top flight level rugby in Spain. This episode is absolutely full of laughs and worth a listen. Upcoming Guests: Ollie Hanson Joe Crossland Hannah Walker-Smart This episode contains some adult language. For sponsorship queries, email PavsPod@outlook.com

    Episode 33 - Olly Barkley - Bitter and Scampi Fries

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 102:06


    This week Goat & Eggy talk to former England fly-half, Olly Barkley. This is a big pod! We recommend you grab a seat, a pint of bitter and some Scampi Fries for this slightly longer episode than normal! We talk England, Bath, Racing, Grenoble and Tindall's obsession with World of War Craft! If you are a rugby fan, you will enjoy this one. Remember, you can listen to all our old episodes on YouTube, and some of the more resent episodes on Spotify, Apple, Google Podcast etc. For any enquiries or sponsorship queries, find us on social media @PavsPod on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, or email us on pavspod@outlook.com WATCH.SHARE.SUBSCRIBE

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