The Dropped Kick-Off

Tonight its just Happy and KARL chewing the fat. Are the Crusaders in trouble. What do the Force need to fix. Will normal transmission be resumed in Fiji. We get deep into the weeds feel free to reach out and tell us your opinion. Its the pre season so get down to your local rugby club become a member and buy a beer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another week of Aussie teams at the top! Nick H, Natho and Nick W sit down to talk about that Brumbies win in Christchurch, whether the Waratahs are the real deal, and whether it's panic stations yet for the Western Force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're top of the ladder! Who saw that coming? Not me! Nick W and Nath catch up on the latest in the world or rugby, including Super Rugby Pacific, RWC 2027 fixtures, law changes, the Sevens, the Six Nations and some good old fantasy news. WARNING: naughty boys say naughty things like naughty words. Only proceed if you're naughty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re nervous, we’re excited.Angus Crichton will Steggles for industrialised Kiwi meat - itself a bit yellow in colour as they sack Razor clam Robertson - as he becomes the 3rd Rooster of recent times to beg for the upgrade from avian to macropod. Nick and Natho are on board to ride the chocobo of delusion in this bloated metaphor. They chirp: Crichton! How good? Our potential sumptuous backline for ‘27 Who else do you want - let’s get greedy! Razor getting the cut And fightin’ flowers at Tahs training See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RWC2027 pools have been drawn. Nick W and Nick H are live and give their instant reactions. POOLS: Pool A: New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong China, Chile Pool B: South Africa, Italy, Georgia, Romania Pool C: Argentina, Fiji, Spain, Canada Pool D: Ireland, Scotland, Uruguay, Portugal, Pool E: France, Japan, USA, Samoa Pool F: England, Wales, Tonga, Zimbabwe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket season has started with a first test victory inside two days! How good! Oh, and the Wallabies played their last match of the year. The two Nicks and Nath come together for our last instant reaction of the year (and likely second last pod before the season wrap) to talk the end of a rough November tour. WARNING: Sad boisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Crap. The Wallabies are in all sorts of trouble after Italy recorded back-to-back wins. Nick W and Natho welcome back Jack O'Rourke to the pod to dissect that mess of a result. WARNING: sad bois, honest opinions and naughty wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can't promise this is one of our best instant reactions... but then again, it also fits the game we just watched. Nick H and Natho sit through and dissect the Wallabies loss at Twickenham so you don't have to. WARNING: Swear words and variable sound quality See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's your favourite logo in all of World Rugby? Fuelled by another Nick H rabbit hole, Nick W and Natho talk about the fringiest of all fringe teams - and maybe also talk about the November Internationals and what a pass mark would be for Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. Got a favourite rugby logo. See the World map for yourself and tell us your favourite: https://www.reddit.com/r/rugbyunion/comments/xeeiq6/logos_of_national_rugby_union_teams/#lightbox WARNING: naughty words and badly misunderstood context See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, a wins a win. Nick W and Natho sit down to review the Wallabies tense 19-15 win over the Brave Blossoms to kick off the Spring Tour. WARNING: naughty wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian domestic season is done for the year, and what a weekend it was! Super Rugby AUS comes to a thrilling end, Australia U18s clean sweep New Zealand, Australian Schoolboys cleansweep Fiji - and the future is bright. Nick W, Nath and Nick H discuss - and maybe talk about another Bledisloe match too. WARNING: a few naughty words be said. We were depressed, be happy you're getting a pod at all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Sunday night, and that powers that be demand we be pietous and not mention the referees!But luckily we record the pods during the week, and this time it's Nick and Nathan discussing the team, the game on the weekend, and everything we'd missed since we last did our pod. Hopefully this coming Sunday is more Sundae than Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Andrea strike again? Nick H (and Dougie), Nick W and Nath give their thoughts on the Wallabies' close loss to the All Blacks at Eden Park, and what things look like ahead for Perth. Also, the sound quality is quite variable for this one. Apologies, blame Hartman's echoing phone. WARNING: a few shtss are said oh no naughty stop us Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 175 episodes, we're ditching the counter! Hoping for some firsts, like this weekend as it's time for the Bledisloe. Nick H and Natho jump on today to chat about the Rugby World Cup final, the Bledisloe Cup, the chat out of Mungo Ball and the latest results from Super Rugby AUS. WARNING: a naughty word or two Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So we're sad... again. Our second instant reaction, Nath flies solo one last time as the Wallaroos bow out of the Rugby World Cup against Canada. Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So we're sad. First of two instant reactions of the day, Nick W and Nick H give their thoughts on a controversial afternoon in the sun in Sydney, as the Pumas claim victory over the Wallabies. WARNING: a few naughty words Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missing our long, rambling podcasts? No? Well, you're getting one. We travel across continents with the two Nicks in Sydney and Nath and Finn Morton in Bristol, taking the Rugby Championship, the Rugby World Cup, stadiums, Super Rugby AUS and more. Some good rugby pondering for you. WARNING: Naughty words and dodgy internet Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The score line says 47-7 to England, but Jo Yapp's side are through to the quarter finals of the Rugby World Cup - and the Wallaroos asked a lot of questions of the world's best side. Nathan Williamson flies solo in England. Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wallabies waited until the death, but they prevailed against a strong Pumas side in Townsville. Nick W, Nath and Zach discuss the result. Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Instant reaction coming early! Natho flies solo in York , giving his instant thoughts on the Wallaroos draw with the USA. Buy stuff from our sponsor – Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick and Nathan defeat the timezone demons by sending voice notes to each other in this new age instant reaction to the Springboks 30-22 defeat of the Wallabies. Stay tuned at the end for Nathan's instant reaction to the Wallaroos game.Buy stuff from our sponsor - Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you find yourself alone, riding in green fields with the sun on your face, do not be troubled. For you are in Ellis Park, and you've demolished the Springboks at home! Australia, you fkn beautayyyy!!!!Buy stuff from our sponsor - Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick and Nathan get together to discuss the squad for South Africa and polish for ze Lions tour. Buy stuff from our sponsor - Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions series is done and dusted, and Australian rugby takes a collective breath before the start of the Rugby Championship. To round off our Lions coverage, the GAGR pods merge one more time as Nick W from The Dropped Kick-Off and Happy and Sully from Talking Teams discuss the series as a whole. OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we’ve tried their grog, it’s quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally, a win! The Wallabies get the last laugh, winning in Sydney - so Nick W, Nathan, Lachie from Scrumbags, Finn Morton, Zach - and a few more folks at the RA afterparty - give their thoughts on the final match of the series. WARNING: beers and naughty words. Scrumbags Rugby Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ymwj43CRIvnzNP7xZlcHB?si=df6d1fad394f4bcb Finn Morton Sports: https://www.tiktok.com/@finnmortonsports OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we've tried their grog, it's quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Lions are still unbeaten - but only just! Did First Nations Pasifika XV just give the Wallabies in the stands the key to defeat the visitors? Nick W, Natho, new guest Zach and Lachie from Scrumbags Rugby Podcast discuss. WARNING: beers and naughty words and opinions, oh my! Scrumbags Rugby Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ymwj43CRIvnzNP7xZlcHB?si=df6d1fad394f4bcb OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we've tried their grog, it's quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Test is out of the way - and there is plenty to be worried about... but sorta maybe plenty to like? - as the Wallabies went down 27-19 to the British & Irish Lions. Nick W, Natho and Nick H discuss live from Suncorp Stadium. WARNING: Drunk Hartman alert. OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we’ve tried their grog, it’s quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clincicalness? Clinicity? What’s the word? That and many more questions will be finally answered on tonight’s pod as Nick, Nathan and our special new guest Jared discuss RUGBY and the Lions tour.We discuss: Big surprises from the tour so far We’re we (the Wallabies and assorted Australian-born or -naturalised players) are at v the Lions Who’s in our team for Brisbane The Wallaroos loss in an improved performance v New Zealand Other internationals U20s World Cup And *those* experiments from the Boks v Italy B Give us a listen! OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we’ve tried their grog, it’s quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Test gets ever closer, as the Lions exorcise their Canberra demons with a 36-24 win over a determined ACT Brumbies side. Natho and Nick W chew the fat in their usual instant reaction - plus also discuss the upcoming AUNZ fixture. WARNING: naughty words, casual workplace abuse and questionable audio recorded in a car. OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we’ve tried their grog, it’s quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, that was a weekend and a half! The Waratahs surprised us all going down to the Lions and the Wallabies nearly went one step further in Newcastle against Fiji. What do you get when five drunk men talk rugby in a gay bar? Nick H, Nick W, Nath and Dylan meet at Bernie's Bar in Newcastle to discuss both games in a monster reaction, and are joined by RugbyPass' own Finn Morton as we approach the halfway point of the Lions tour. WARNING: Beers + rugby opinions in a quality LGBTQA+ bar + Kink Cinema + very strong coarse language = a good time Finn Morton: https://www.rugbypass.com/contributors/finn-morton/ OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we’ve tried their grog, it’s quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, the score was ugly... but did the Queensland Reds just show the Wallabies a potential way to defeat this imposing Lions side? Nick W and Natho sit to discuss the Reds 52-12 loss to the Lions - and are joined by fellow pigeon and Scrumbags' own Lachie Grey. WARNING: a ripper belch and some swearing. Scrumbags Rugby Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ymwj43CRIvnzNP7xZlcHB?si=df6d1fad394f4bcb OUR SPONSOR, Goodradigbee Distillery: https://goodradigbee.com/store/?coupon=gagr20 (Seriously, we've tried their grog, it's quality).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions are here - and are back in style, demolishing the Force 54-7 in Perth. Nick W and Natho are on tour, and give you their instant reaction from the result in the West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our final episode of Series 7 - and the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season. Nick H and Nick W sit down to review the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season, and ask a basic question: did the Australian sides improve compared to last year? We also discuss the newly announced Super Rugby AUS competition, set to kick off in September. WARNING: brutally low quality opinions and frustrated f-bombs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new squad has been announced - and with it, a new collab special. The Dropped Kick-Off and Talking Teams once again join forces to discuss the unveiling of the Wallabies squad that will face Fiji and the British & Irish Lions. WARNING: Three men come together in a room. Of course they swear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The last team is left standing... and it's the Brumbies again. Nick W and Natho discuss the Super Rugby Pacific finals, the Reds season - and look ahead to a crunch match in Hamilton. WARNING: There is no swearing in this podcast. I know. The f--k?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a frustrating end to the Super Rugby regular season, with the Tahs out and the Brumbies going down in Canberra. But at least the Reds got up. The two Nicks and Nath turn their frustrations into podcast therapy for your enjoyment. WARNING: swear words and grumpy opinions on the Tahs. Though if you are a Reds, Brumbies or Force fan, hook this into your veins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finals are nearly upon us! The DKO founders Nick W and Nick H take centre stage this week to see what we think finals are going to look like - with a bit of Wallaroos and extra news thrown in for good measure. WARNING: spicy words and hot takesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's rugby royalty - or at least that's the new AI bots are telling us! Talking Teams and The Dropped Kick-Off join forces for a special episode - and are joined by JB from the Eggchaser's Podcast for a in-depth discussion about the Lions' squad, the tour, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big news! The inmates are taking over the Asylum, with Nick W officially joining Natho to continue the GAGR infiltration of Rugby Australia. Oh, and Les Kiss has been announced as Wallabies coach. Nick H, Nick W and Natho discuss. WARNING: you think we'd be a normal pod with more of us in the RA building?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Rugby continues to power on and prove its the best rugby competition in the world, only second to the Shute Shield, and with another exciting weekend of superb rugby ahead of us, the boys decided to discuss everyone's favourite team - the Reds!We also discuss the Force's amazing draw with the Hurricanes, the dismal Tahs, the impressive Brumbies, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the Brumby supporter is late, the Tahs supporters play. Nick H, Natho and a late Nick W discuss the latest round of Super Rugby, the Tahs winning Super Rugby Women's, and more. WARNING: big boi words included.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AYYYYY! AYYYYYY! It's poddy time! Amidst our love for Carlo Tizzano's family, the two Nicks and Natho jump on to discuss Super Rugby Pacific, the new TV deal, the latest Wallaby coach news, and preview the Super Rugby Women's final. WARNING: mild xenophobia and a few naughty words. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick and Nathan are together - in person! The joys of densely built suburbia.They talk preview, Super W and Honkers 7s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How good to be an Aussie rugby fan right now - but especially a Tahs fan! The Dropped Kick-Off is back with the Waratahs beating the Brumbies for the first time in the podcast's history - so Nath and Nick H are gonna cash in hard. Oh yeah, and other rugby happened too. WARNING: extremely strong coarse language and Nick Hartman road rage present in podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back after two weeks, and after going 10-0 in his head-to-head with Nick W, Nathan Williamson exposes himself in a cutt-throat episode of the pod. Oh yeah, and we talk about how good Super Rugby has been. WARNING: swear words, adult content and sore losers present in the episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to address the elephant in the room - and no, it's not the recent influx of Queenslanders onto the pod. Nick W and Natho face off this week in fantasy, and they come together with Andy to talk smack and discuss the latest from Super Rugby Pacific and Super Rugby Women's. WARNING: a few naughty words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick is sick so Nick and Nathan double-team a Super Rugby round 3 previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, what a start to Super Rugby Pacific. With Harry Wilson confirming he has signed with the Reds until 2029, Nick W and Natho come to chat about the opening round of Super Rugby and preview the next week - plus some Six Nations thrown in for good measure. WARNING: some naughty words that we know you enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Bachelor: Super Rugby Our Victorian representative Dylan finds himself without a team in 2024 - so we've got four stunningly hot teams. Can our former Rebel find true love? WARNING: coarse languageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.