Podcasts about Rugby World Cup

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, Daily Maverick sports editor, about Tony Brown's confirmed move to the All Blacks after the 2027 Rugby World Cup, the impact he has had on the Springboks, and Rassie Erasmus' efforts to build depth through the inclusion of a large group of emerging players. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was big news yesterday that New Zealand Rugby managed to secure the signature of attacking coach maestro Tony Brown from the Springboks for two years post the Rugby World Cup. However, it marks a shift in the mindset of NZR, as typically it is the head coach who selects their coaching group. Is the call to bring on Tony Brown so early the right move? Gregor Paul is a rugby writer for the New Zealand Herald, he joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns have made another key re-signing. Midfielder Amy Du Plessis has decided to put pen to paper and stay with the Ferns and Matatu through to 2029 with a bumper calendar of international fixtures looming. Amy joined D'Arcy to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springboks assistant coach Tony Brown will join the All Blacks coaching staff - but not until after next year's Rugby World Cup. New Zealand Rugby today announced the former All Blacks and Highlanders first five-eighth has signed on to join Dave Rennie's coaching staff from 2028. Former All Black Lima Sopoaga joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran Read is one of the greatest All Blacks of the professional era. A two-time Rugby World Cup winner, four-time Super Rugby champion and former All Blacks captain, Kieran built a career defined by consistency, leadership and an incredible work ethic.From a typical Kiwi childhood in Papakura, to representing Counties in both rugby and cricket, Kieran's path to the top wasn't as straightforward as many would think. He wasn't a player who came through every representative system, and by his own admission was a shy kid who often kept to himself. Yet through hard work, resilience and a constant desire to improve, he became one of the most respected leaders New Zealand rugby has ever produced.Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…* Why cricket was arguably his best sport growing up and how close he came to pursuing it professionally* The moment rugby went from being something he loved to something he wanted to chase seriously* Making New Zealand Secondary Schools despite not being part of the traditional rugby pathway* Playing 49 consecutive games at the start of his Crusaders career* Becoming Canterbury captain at just 22 years old* His memories of winning Rugby World Cups in 2011 and 2015* Taking over from Richie McCaw as All Blacks captain and learning to lead in his own way* The sacrifices that come with professional rugby and being away from family for long periods* The leadership lessons he's taken from rugby into business and life after retirementKieran is one of those rare people whose achievements speak for themselves, yet remains incredibly humble. This episode is packed with stories from one of rugby's greatest careers, along with plenty of lessons on leadership, resilience and personal growth.Let us know what you thought of this episode in the comments

Ep. 186 : Bordeaux - Back 2 Back - EPCR + TOP 14Back to Back ! C'est le mot à la mode dans le sport français et sans enlever de mérite aux joueurs du PSG, c'est bien l'UBB qui a créé l'exploit en premier! Dans une finale EPCR Champions Cup à sens unique, les bordelais ont littéralement surclassé des irlandais du Leinster réduits au rang de sparring partners qui n'ont pu que constater les dégâts et la supériorité des champions d'Europe en titre. Chapeau aux bordelais !Le plus fou est que cette même équipe UBB n'est pas assurée de figurer dans les 6 qualifiés du top 14 ! Il leur faudra pour cela battre Clermont qui a subi la loi du Racing 92 : lequel a aussi son destin entre les mains mais doit pour cela battre Toulouse … sans quoi La Rochelle pourrait rafler la mise. Une seule certitude : ce sera chaud !Quelques mots sur Wemby et les San Antonio Spurs qui défieront les Knicks en finale NBA et bien sûr un rapide passage par la terre d'un Roland Garros plus ouvert que jamais !Vous allez faire avec nous le tour de la planète ovale et un peu plus que ça… Bon mercredi avec le pack !Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Before David Galbraith ever set foot in an elite sporting environment, he spent years inside New Zealand's criminal justice system - working with serious offenders, child abuse teams, and men trying to break multi-generational cycles of violence. That foundation, he says, is what separates everything he does today from almost anyone else in his field. David is a registered clinical psychologist and performance coach who has worked alongside some of New Zealand's greatest sporting names - from Lisa Carrington's Olympic campaigns to Rugby World Cup campaigns with the Brave Blossoms (Japan Rugby) and the Chiefs. He doesn't work in the spotlight. He works in the shadows. And in this conversation, he goes deep. For rural salespeople - people who know what it means to face pressure, rejection, and keep showing up when the conditions are against them - this episode is a masterclass in what actually separates the phenomenal from everyone else. It's not talent. It's not luck. According to David, it comes down to one word: maturity. 00:00 — Trailer 01:19 — Intro 02:17 — Working With Offenders 11:20 — The Draw to Psychology 15:10 — Farming & Gratitude 16:19 — Why People Never Change 1 19:45 — Overprotecting Our Kids 22:22 — Viktor Frankl on Maturity 25:37 — Elite Performance Secrets 2 33:48 — Sir Edmund Hillary's Courage 39:47 — Bad Habits Exposed 48:41 — What Great Coaches Do 54:53 — Find David Connect with David on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drgalbraith/ Know more about what he does ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.habitofgreatness.co.nz/ Check out his wonderful book "Unleashing Greatness": ⁠- Ebook Version: https://www.habitofgreatness.co.nz/product/unleashing-greatness-ebook/ - ⁠Audiobook⁠ Version: https://unleashinggreatness.supercast.com/ Rural Sales Success is New Zealand's podcast for rural salespeople, managers, and business owners. New episodes drop weekly. #RuralSalesSuccess #DavidGalbraith #HighPerformance #MindCoach #RuralNZ #SalesPodcast #NZPodcast #Mindset #Courage #eliteperformance +++ Take my new AI rural sales training tool FieldCoach for a 15 day test drive for $1. No subscriptions or contract. Cancel anytime: ⁠https://www.ruralsalessuccess.com/fieldcoachio-welcome⁠ Grab your copy from Amazon⁠ here: https://www.amazon.com.au/365-Days-Rural-Sales-Mastery/dp/B0F1489HH4/ (or join our Facebook Group below to get a free online copy). Want to make more rural sales? Get your FREE copy of my first book “How To Succeed In Rural Sales” ⁠Ebook: www.ruralsalessuccess1.com/ebook Connect with or Follow me on LinkedIn: nz.linkedin.com/in/stjohncraner Subscribe to my weekly rural sales email (which goes out to 3500+ rural sales professionals worldwide) here: bit.ly/3voaPS7 To join our private Facebook Group where we share a ton of free rural sales and lead generation tools almost daily join here: www.facebook.com/groups/285326399207141/ For details on our training programmes you can check out what we do for sales teams with our Rural Sales Success™ programme here (www.ruralsalessuccess1.com/programme-invitation) or for managers with our Rural Sales Manager Mastery™ programme here (www.ruralsalessuccess1.com/programme-invitation) For more on us, what we do and who we work with: www.ruralsalessuccess.com / www.agrarian.co.nz

Hosts Dallen Stanford & Robin MacDowell are joined by current USA Women's 15s Head Coach Jack Hanratty for #RugbyHive Episode 38.Originally from Skerries, County Dublin, Hanratty has rapidly become one of the most respected young coaches in world rugby. His coaching journey began with Leinster Rugby before moving into the Rugby Canada pathway, where he climbed from age-grade rugby into senior international coaching. Hanratty first made waves on the international stage with Canada Women's Rugby, serving as assistant coach during the 2022 Rugby World Cup before taking charge of Canada Women's Sevens. Under his leadership, Canada became one of the most exciting and dangerous teams on the HSBC SVNS circuit, highlighted by a silver medal performance at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Now leading the USA Women's Eagles program, Hanratty has relocated to the United States to guide the team into an exciting new era ahead of Rugby World Cup 2029 and the massive opportunity of Rugby World Cup 2033 on American soil. In this episode, we dive deep into Jack's coaching philosophy, his upbringing in Ireland, and the influences that shaped his approach to leadership and high performance. We unpack Canada's remarkable run to Olympic silver in Paris, including the incredible comeback victory over Australia in the semifinals, and what it takes to build belief within an elite environment. We also discuss the future of USA Women's Rugby, talent identification across North America, the balance between 7s and 15s development, and why women's rugby is entering a golden era globally. Hanratty also shares insights into athlete management, pressure moments at the Olympics, and what success could look like for the Eagles over the next four-year cycle.We hope you enjoy this episode with one of the brightest coaching minds in international rugby — a coach already shaping the future of the women's game across two nations.The Rugby Hive Podcast is brought to you by: The Rugby Broadcast Academy⁠, MacDowell Rugby⁠, Tsunami Sport⁠, Gilbert Rugby Canada, Biltong Canada⁠ & RugbyCoffee⁠.Pick up your sensational merchandise from our online store

#springboks #greatestrivalry #rugby #jordanbuhrs #storytimepodcastIn this week's episode of Storytime, Joshua sits down with rugby content creator and analyst Jordan Buhrs for a massive conversation around the current state of rugby and digital media in South Africa.The boys unpack the latest South Africa national rugby union team alignment camp, the upcoming Test series, and the excitement building around the next Rugby World Cup cycle. They discuss the rise of England star Henry Pollock, the direction of the England national rugby union team, and what makes rugby such a powerful force in uniting South Africans.Joshua and Jordan also break down the latest United Rugby Championship results, bold URC predictions, and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming Greatest Rivalry clashes as New Zealand national rugby union team prepare to tour South Africa.Beyond rugby, the conversation shifts into content creation in South Africa — discussing the future of creator collaboration, building audiences locally, and why South African creators need to work together to grow the country's digital reach globally.

For 20 years, Darren Shand was the most powerful person in All Blacks rugby that nobody knew about.As Team Manager across four Rugby World Cups - including the back-to-back title wins of 2011 and 2015 - Shand sat above the coaches, managed the operation, and helped build the cultural architecture of the most successful international rugby team in history.He worked alongside Sir Graham Henry, Sir Steve Hansen, Sir Wayne Smith, Richie McCaw, Dan Carter, and some of the greatest players to ever pull on the black jersey.He talks about the 2004 wake-up call that forced the entire culture to change. The private battles with depression. The end of his marriage. The moment a former Crusaders teammate came to his house to tell him he was fired.He shares stories that have never been made public - including a stunning incident before the 2015 Rugby World Cup final that nearly ended his campaign entirely. And he gives his most honest assessment yet of what happened to the All Blacks after he left - and why Ian Foster never really had a chance.Between Two Beers is proudly brought to you by One New Zealand. We believe that One NZ connects New Zealand, while Between Two Beers connects New Zealanders. And together, we are NZ's most trusted connection platform.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers Clothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Mash kick off Friday with a rant about people who feel the need to be loud all the time… especially in places like the gym bathroom. That spirals into a debate about the absolute worst places to take a phone call — and yes, the gym remains high on the list. Ben joins the show fresh off his club's Premier League title win, bringing all the humility you'd expect. The guys also unpack China cars and ask the important question: are they actually any better than the stuff you'd find on Temu? Later, Rory Phelan from Tourvest Destination Management joins the show for a must-listen chat for sports fans, breaking down the incredible Rugby World Cup travel experiences available as the Springboks chase an historic three-peat. Plus, Jonathan Fine returns to discuss the FMAS Summit and how crypto is beginning to reshape industries across the globe.

We sit down with 2014 Women's World Cup finalist, and key member of Rugby Canada and Rugby Alberta, Maria Samson, to discuss her rugby journey so far.Maria divulges playing rugby for the McGill Marlets, relocating to Alberta, getting her first cap in Oakville, tours to Europe and New Zealand, playing in the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup, and calling time on her Test career in 2016.Maria also talks about finishing 3rd in Canada's Smartest Person, the ongoing behind-the-scenes work for both Rugby Canada and Alberta rugby, as well as her hopes for the Rugby Rematch Tour later this year.

In November 2024 Harshita Brella's body was found in the boot of a car in Ilford, East London, approximately 100 miles away from where she lived in Corby, Northamptonshire. Now her family have arrived in the UK to appeal for renewed action by police in the stalled investigation into her death; bringing the alleged murderer to justice. Nuala McGovern is joined by Harshita's sister Sonia Dabas and Poonam Joshi, founder of Indian Ladies UK who support Indian victims of domestic abuse.The England Rugby team now has 38 straight victories, 8 Six Nations titles, the Rugby World Cup title and a world number one ranking after their latest victory in the Six Nations yesterday. The BBC pundit Ruby Tui said they may just be the best team ever, in any sport. But is their dominance hurting the game at large? Nuala is joined by Katy Daley-McLean, who was captain of the England team when they won the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup.Folk and classical singer-songwriter Olivia Chaney has collaborated with some of the biggest names in folk music, including Shirley Collins and Richard Thompson, and her The Queen of Hearts collaborative album with the Decemberists was Grammy nominated. She discusses her current album and how it felt to have her music included in the box office hit film Wuthering Heights.Vocal Break: On Women, Music and Power is the title of the new book from Lauren Elkin. For millennia women singing were cast as sirens: mythical creatures who lured sailors to their death. But in this part memoir, part feminist manifesto, Lauren Elkin explores how women from Cyndi Lauper to feminist punk rockstar Kathleen Hanna to Beyonce have used their voices as women to defy convention, genre, capitalism, racism and sexism.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Andrea Kidd

Ep. 185 : La même chanson. France vs Angleterre - 6 Nations Femmes 2026En dépit d'une belle énergie et de vraies promesses, les Bleues ont a nouveau subi la loi des anglaises qui ont profité des approximations françaises pour planter de cruelles banderilles dans les espoirs tricolores. Avec 9 victoires lors des dix dernières éditions, les championnes du monde impriment décidément leur marque sur le rugby féminin et le 6 nations avec ce Grand Slam !Côté Top 14, le suspense est total pour entrer dans les top six ! l'UBB, Clermont, le Racing 92 et La Rochelle sont désormais dans un mouchoir de poche et vont s'affronter dans ce qui s'apparente à des matches de phases finales avant les phases finales : on en salive d'avance !Bonne écoute et bon mercredi avec le pack !Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran react to the Waratahs' shock win in Fiji, highlighting the performances of several young guns and the selection Dan McKellar might have moving forward; they then discuss the Force's win over the Reds and lament Queensland's lineout, before looking ahead to the Roun 15 action. They also talk Treyvon Pritchard's future, the Rugby World Cup and where Australia's collective playing cohort can add up to more than sums of its current parts for the Wallabies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 184 : Avant le choc ! Ecosse vs France- 6 Nations Femmes 2026Petit point d'étape avec le Pack avant les grands moments à venir de cette fin de saison ovale pour le Women's Six Nations 2026 ! Chez les filles c'est "jusqu'ici tout va bien!" Après un début de tournoi convainquant, nos bleues ont continué sur la même lignée en essorant les joueuses du chardon qui n'ont pourtant pas démérité. Se dresse maintenant l'ogre blanc frappé de rose : les bleues seront-elles au RDV de l'histoire pour ENFIN changer la donne ?Côté garçons, le Top 14 livrera bientôt son top 6 et le moins qu'on puisse dire c'est qu'une nouvelle fois le suspense est total ! Qui de Clermont, de l'UBB ou du Racing accrochera le dernier billet à moins que Toulon ou La Rochelle ne viennent coiffer tout le monde au poteau ? Verdict très bientôt !A venir aussi les finales européennes avec l'UBB en lice pour un doublé qui serait magnifique. Attention à la dernière marche car le Leinster aimerait reprendre son trône et son lustre passé !En résumé : du rugby et du suspense à tous les étages :)Bonne écoute!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Canadian rugby playing dyanmo, and 2025 World Rugby Women's Player of the Year, Sophie de Goede, sits down with us to discuss her rugby journey so far.We discuss following in the footsteps of both Sophie's parents, winning gold for Queen's Gaels, signing for Saracens during lockdown, returning to London, wearing the Maple Leaf, getting the captaincy for 2022, attending 2 Women's Rugby World Cups, and preparing for the Rugby Rematch Tour in Toronto & Ottawa.

Sir Graham Henry is honoured to be returning to the All Blacks' set-up, 15 years on from coaching them to a Rugby World Cup triumph. He's agreed to be an independent selector on head coach Dave Rennie's panel with assistant coach Neil Barnes the other voice. Former All Blacks coach John Hart joined D'Arcy to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a huge weekend in the race for the Prem play-offs as the top two both lost. Ashy, Danny and Chris dive into Leicester's massive derby win over Northampton and discuss the electric atmosphere at Welford Road, the Tigers pack and if Henry Pollock needs to shake the pantomime villain image. Bath missed the change to go top after Exeter put them to the sword with an impressive second half display at Sandy Park. Are the Prem champions starting to run out of steam? Noah Caluori makes his pod debut fresh from an impressive Saracens win at Ashton Gate. He chats to us about his stunning breakthrough season and his ambitions with England ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. We also dissect the RFU's statement following the review into England's Six Nations campaign. Why was the review so vague? Do fans deserve more transparency from the RFU? And what can we expect from Steve Borthwick's side moving forward?

Newly appointed New Zealand Rugby chief executive Steve Lancaster has doubled down on the organisation's eligibility policy, confirming returning first five-eighth Richie Mo'unga will not be selected for the All Blacks' initial squads for the July series or the tour to South Africa. Mo'unga has signed an 18-month contract with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) to return home after spending the past three years with Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo in Japan. The deal begins in July and runs through until the end of next year's Rugby World Cup. The timing of the contract means the 31-year-old must first play for Canterbury in the NPC before becoming eligible for All Blacks selection again in October. The NPC season kicks off in late July. That means Mo'unga would miss the three tests in New Zealand against France, Italy and Ireland before the team heads to South Africa for a four-test tour, which also features midweek matches against provincial sides. Lancaster said NZR had discussed Mo'unga's situation internally but had not asked the board to relax the rules at the recent AGM, which require overseas-based players returning to New Zealand to play domestically before becoming eligible for the All Blacks. Speaking to Newstalk ZB's Jason Pine on Weekend Sport, Lancaster reaffirmed the current policy remained the best long-term option for NZR. “This is something we regularly revisit with the board,” Lancaster said. “It's a relevant thing for our board as governors of the game to regularly consider and reflect on. “We haven't asked the board to relax that policy around Richie. We think the policy works for us. It keeps our best players in New Zealand playing in our competitions. “We've got some world-class players in the same position, and a number of those have committed to stay in New Zealand and play on the basis of the policy. We've got to think about the implications of the policy and relaxing the policy at any point in time.” The same rules also apply to Shannon Frizell, who is currently playing alongside Mo'unga at Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo, but is set to return to New Zealand at the end of the Japan season to link up with Tasman. Lancaster said All Blacks coach Dave Rennie wanted Mo'unga available for selection, although he had not formally requested an exemption. When Rennie was announced as All Blacks coach in March, he was asked about the overseas selection policy and said he would love to have former All Blacks lock and test centurion Brodie Retallick available for his squad. New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie wanted wanted Mo'unga available for selection. Photo / Dean Purcell Retallick plays for Rennie's club in Japan, the Kobe Kobelco Steelers. “Dave's very clear, he would like Richie to be available for selection because his job is to ultimately win the World Cup next year and he wants the best talent available to the All Blacks,” Lancaster said. “That's a really healthy tension for us to have, where we've got a coach who rightly has a focus on winning today and tomorrow, and then we've got ourselves as the administrators of the game who have to have a systems lens and a medium to long-term lens on what's best for the game.” While the current policy means Mo'unga will miss the initial squads for both campaigns, Lancaster said he could become available for the latter stages of the South Africa tour if injury strikes in the All Blacks squad, similar to what happened with Leicester Fainga'anuku last year. “Once Richie's back in New Zealand and playing and if we do have injuries, then potentially he could be eligible,” Lancaster said. Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#southafrica #afrikaans #springboks #storytimepodcast In this episode of Storytime, Joshua is joined once again by viral South African voice Estean — and this time, nothing is off limits.The conversation dives straight into South African party culture — from the chaos of Plett Rage, high school house parties, and First Thursdays, to how the modern-day party scene has evolved.Joshua and Estean break down the science (and strategy) behind drinking — debating alcohol percentages, the best beers for different times of day, and the unspoken rules of a proper South African jol.They then shift into rugby, unpacking the dominance of the South Africa national rugby union team, the road to the next Rugby World Cup, and what it means to pursue passion at the highest level.

Our great coach on this episode is Mike Cron. Mike Cron was a coach with the New Zealand All Blacks for 2017 Games. This includes a stretch where they won 2 Rugby World Cups. He was also part of the team that led the NZ Women's team to the world cup in 2022. In addition he has worked with the Welsh and Japanese teams and is presently coaching the Australian Wallabies alongside Joe Scmidt.1. Where am I being “firm” when I actually need to adapt—and what feedback would I need to hear (and accept) to make that change?2. When I lead or coach, do I rely more on a script or on observation—and what would improve if I became more comfortable with silence and listening?3. In my team (or work group), where might social loafing be showing up subtly, and what specific commitment can I make so that “it will not be me”?If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com and if you would like to receive our newsletter with 5 ideas to help you improve your leadership, then sign up at: https://thegreatcoaches.beehiiv.com/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad Thorn is one of the most unique athletes to ever come out of New Zealand. A cross-code legend known for his physicality, discipline and longevity, Thorn built an incredible career winning amore variety of titles than anyone to have played the game.In this episode of What a Lad, Thorny opens up about his full journey through rugby league and union. From dominating in the NRL as a teenager, to making the bold decision to switch codes and start again, and everything it took to become one of the most respected forwards in world rugby.Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…- Reflecting on previous stories that had been told on the podcast about him before- The moment his mindset changed and he was a whole different beast- How he dealt with what came with being an NRL star as a teenager- Making the call to leave rugby league at his peak and sacrifice his prime years to learn rugby union- Being told he was hurting the team and how he dealt with that pressure- The mindset behind his training and pushing himself when no one else was watching- The pressure of playing for the All Blacks and what it really means to represent New Zealand- Winning the Rugby World Cup and how it felt in the moment- His journey into head coaching at the Reds and the pressure involved with that- His reflections on his career and the standards he held himself to throughoutAnd heaps more!This episode is full of honesty, perspective and a real look into what it actually takes to reinvent yourself at the highest level. Thorny is one of the toughest and most respected players to do it, and this one gives a proper insight into how he became that guy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Jacobi represented Team USA in two Rugby World Cups.But no one prepared her for what came after.This is a raw conversation about identity, ego, grief, ambition, and rebuilding from scratch.In this episode, we cover:The identity crisis that hits when you retire from elite sportWhy external validation is addictiveThe ego side of high performance (that nobody admits)Transitioning from player to coachMoving continents immediately after retiringLosing both parents while chasing a World CupWhy most people don't actually want their goalsThe mindset required to go from 126kg to World Cup athleteWomen in sport and the confidence gap“Don't give anyone a reason to tell you no”If you've ever tied your worth to what you do — this one will hit.

Ep. 183 : Les Bleues piquent les Trèfles ! France vs Ireland- 6 Nations Femmes 2026Les Bleues se sont fait peur mais ont su se défaire des Irlandaises très poussives tout au long du match. La première ligne de feu française a largement contribué au combat et à la victoire. Une pause bien méritée avant d'attaquer les deux dernières journées et la finale contre l'Angleterre.Les joueuses d'Elite 1 également en pause jusqu'à la fin du VI nations avant d'entamer les trois dernières journées. Sauf sortie de route, les quatre demi-finalistes sont déjà connues.En coupe d'Europe, les clubs français se retrouveront-ils en finale ? Quant au Top 14, il laisse encore beaucoup d'incertitude sur les potentiels barragistes aux phases finales.Bonne écoute!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

US-based podcaster and commentator David Lawrence joined Brett McKay on 8/9 Rugby this week, for a deeper dive into the current state of play around Major League Rugby in the United States. MLR had one of the roughest off-seasons in the history of professional rugby at the end of their 2025 season, when four clubs – Utah, Houston, NOLA, and Miami – all announced they were suspending operations for 2026, and two further clubs in San Diego and Los Angeles merged. What was an eleven-team, two conference competition is now six teams dotted to all corners of the USA. So how is MLR travelling now, just over a month into the 2026 season? Is this the reset the league needed, will any of those clubs return, and what does it all mean for USA Rugby, who will host a Rugby World Cup in just over five years' time? #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby Find David's ‘Scrum of the Earth' podcast, along with his MLR-focussed pod, the ‘Maul Street Journal' wherever you get your podcasts. Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The second round of the 2026 Pacific Four Series featured the match we had all been waiting for - a repeat of the Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final, Canada vs New Zealand. After another delay due to stormy weather, the match got underway in Kansas City, MI.In Hong Kong, the women's Sevens team began the first round of the new SVNS World Championship. With a position in SVNS 1 for next season on the line, the women looked to secure the gold in Hong Kong's 50th SVNS tournament.

Gurthro Steenkamp won a Rugby World Cup. He coached at the highest level in European rugby. He had every reason to stay in that world.Then his daughter asked him why she could never see him like the other children saw their dads.That broke him.In this episode of Screw It Just DO It, Coach G explains how he walked away from a full-time coaching role at La Rochelle at 44 and went all in on his own business, why he stopped chasing a vision and started chasing an identity, and what it actually means to be fulfilled versus just successful.We talk about the scrum of entrepreneurship, what rugby taught him that nothing else could, why authenticity is the only real growth strategy, and why vision without action just remains a dream.Key TakeawaysThe moment success stops feeling meaningfulWhy identity matters more than external achievementThe cost of staying in the wrong role too longWhy action creates clarity, not the other way around

Jill Potter has lived through more than most. She's a former USA Rugby player. A business owner. A fighter.She grew up with very little. She broke her neck playing the sport she loved. Got diagnosed with a rare cancer while training for a World Cup. And she still kept showing up.In this episode, we talk about what resilience looks like, her career, the hard times, the cancer diagnosis, and the future. We also talk about how her life and identity have shifted, what matters to her now, and how she's building community in this next chapter (shoutout to Helm Coffee).She's strong, yes. But more than that — she's real, grounded, and fully present in a way that makes you stop and think about how you're living your own life.Helm Coffee

Watch or listen to episode 319 of the Digital and Social Media Sports Podcast, in which Neil chatted with Alex Magleby, Co-President of Major League Rugby. Alex discusses his journey from US national team rugby player and early sports analytics entrepreneur to co-founding the New England Free Jacks and now serving as Co-President of Strategy … Continue reading Episode 319: Alex Magleby on Developing Major League Rugby Fans, the Entertainment-First Match Experience, and Capitalizing on the 2031 Rugby World Cup

With the 2026 Women's Six Nations kicking off this weekend, Cameron Hill spoke to former Ireland head coach Philip Doyle, who was at the helm for Ireland's one and only Grand Slam in 2013, as well as their push to the semi-finals of the 2014 Rugby World Cup. He recalls the very early days of women's rugby in Ireland, the infamous overnight train to Pau mere hours before a 2012 game against France, and why he feels the Ireland backs need to far more effective in this year's competition.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Growing up, Desi Miller was well acquainted with the gym floor and the dance studio, having spent her younger years as a representative gymnast who even performed at Disneyland threes time. But when COVID hit in 2021, Desifresh out of high school, decided to take up Rugby Union and hasn’t looked back since. Within three years of picking up a footy for the first time, Desi has gone on to play for the NSW Waratahs and debut for Australia as Wallaroo Number 204. And now she’s representing Team Rugby Union on RIVALS, to help settle the debate over which Australian sporting code reigns supreme. We hope you enjoy this episode, and don’t forget you can catch Desi and Team Rugby Union on the final few episodes of Rivals. Watch Rivals now on Kayo Sports ***Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just 4 days now till the Guinness Women's Six Nations kicks off, with Ireland starting their campaign against the World Champions in a nearly sold out Twickenham Stadium. Gathering for their first day of camp last week, OTB's Susanna Mollen sat down with prop Linda Djougang. They chat about Linda's decision to step away from the IRFU's centralised contract programme, the disappointment after the Rugby World Cup last summer, and the excitement of the upcoming championship. #Rugby is on Off The Ball with Bank Of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Shannon Frizell is coming home. The former All Black flanker will return to Aotearoa later this year with an eye on next year's Rugby World Cup. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Shannon Frizell has set his sights on a third trip to a Rugby World Cup with the All Blacks, returning to New Zealand Rugby later this year. The 33-test All Blacks flanker will return from Japanese club Toshiba mid-year to join Tasman for the NPC before linking up with the Highlanders for Super Rugby in 2027. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nasa's Artemis II spacecraft has blasted off from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida and is now orbiting the Earth in the first crewed mission to the Moon in half a century. If all goes well in the next few hours, it will head off to go around the Moon. The mission should take 10 days, with four astronauts on board including one woman. Anita Rani speaks to Sian Cleaver, a spacecraft engineer on Artemis II.The Women's Six Nations is just around the corner and after last year's Rugby World Cup win, the expectations for England's Red Roses are sky high. Over 70,000 tickets have already been sold for the women's opening game against Ireland on Saturday 11 April, and the team have announced a new captain, Meg Jones. There's also the release of a new documentary England Meet England on ITV. So, is the team feeling the pressure? Red Roses' new captain Meg Jones joins Anita.The Ministry of Defence has been accused of failing women who are suffering domestic abuse at the hands of their partners in the forces. A dossier of cases has been compiled by the Survivor Family Network, which supports domestic abuse victims in the family courts. Their investigation alleges that battlefield techniques are being used to inflict violence on wives and girlfriends. And when they try to report it, they say the military closes ranks. Anita talks to the director of the Survivor Family Network, Natalie Page.Former lawyer turned author Ella King's new novel, Dear Darling is the story of Lauren, a young teenage girl who has a relationship with a much older man. When she's an adult and a mother herself, he comes back into her life and Lauren decides to confront him and the harm that he did to her. Ella joins Anita to discuss the novel and how her former work with victims of abuse and domestic violence have informed her research.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rebecca Myatt

Our great coach on this episode is Eddie O'Sullivan Eddie played Rugby at provincial level in Ireland and started coaching after becoming a PE teacher. He would go on to coach Rugby for 35 years and counting across the USA, France and Ireland. This journey has led his to coach at 5 Rugby World Cups and to win three triple crowns leading Ireland. That Irish team won 50 tests under his leadership and climbed to the #3 world ranking. In recent years he has been Technical Advisor to Brown University and Notre Dame in recent years and currently consulting with a number of Major League Rugby franchises in the US. Q: What role does leading innovation play in my leadership?Q: Am I too unemotional as a leader?Q: Is the idea of one voice at a time, the right idea for my organization?If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole dial up their new friends in Cape Town to launch a new South African version of For The Love Of Rugby, Breaking News: We now have a new South African YouTube channel hosted by double Rugby World Cup winners Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane. If you're a Springbok fan, you can expect new episodes every Tuesday. There'll be deep dives into working with Rassie, winning World Cups, playing with Siya Kolisi and whatever else props chat about in between meals. For The Love Of Rugby South Africa. In this episode, Steven and Trevor tell you how a Springbok alignment camp works, how Rassie and his coaches will have watched the Six Nations. Plus the best props they ever faced, battles with injuries and why everyone loves the Ox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England legend Lewis Moody joins Payno and Tins to celebrate his remarkable career. From untold tactics behind the 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph to the night Tommo's uppercut left a lasting impression, “Mad Dog” lifts the lid on the hilarious, unfiltered reality of life as one of the game's early professionals. Discover the “secret sauce” behind Leicester Tigers' four consecutive Premiership titles, as Lewis reveals what drove their dominance, and he names the toughest Tiger of them all. It's a high-octane trip down memory lane with one of rugby's most fearless greats. 01:33

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching, but that's just the beginning of Kansas City's hopes to become an international sports hub. Kathy Nelson, president and CEO of Visit KC and the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation, said the city is well-positioned to host the FIFA Women's World Cup and Men's Rugby World Cup in 2031.

Jack Carty has been speaking to Galway Bay FM Sport this afternoon following his announcement that he is to retire from professional rugby. Connacht Rugby's all-time record points scorer announced that he will retire at the end of the season. Carty scored 1260 points across 231 appearances for the province, captained Connacht Rugby from 2022-2024, and earned 11 Ireland caps during his career, including 3 appearances at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Speaking to William Davies at today's press conference ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Ospreys, he said that he felt it was the right time to retire.

England have lost four matches in a Men's Six Nations Championship for the first time ever. With less than 18 months until the 2027 Rugby World Cup, can they get out of their slump? Luckily, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are on hand to provide solutions to England's problems.

Ep. 181 : Un Crunch déjà légendaire - Bilan France / Angleterre - 6 Nations 2026 avec Jonathan BestPour faire le bilan de ce dernier week-end du tournoi des VI Nations, nous avons le plaisir d'inviter à nouveau Jonathan Best, ancien 3e ligne de Grenoble et Béziers, à l'émission pour partager ses analyses ! Et quel week-end pour notre XV de France ! Dans un match complètement fou à 94 points, les Bleus sont allés au bout d'eux-mêmes et ont dépassé leurs limites pour terrasser des Anglais survoltés, d'un coup de pied sorti de la botte magique de Thomas Ramos tout au bout de la nuit… 2e succès de rang pour des Français qui n'ont pas rassuré sur tout, mais ont au moins montré une capacité de réaction et un cœur énormes !Ce bonheur des Bleus fit le malheur des Verts d'Irlande, qui avaient fait le job à Dublin en matant des Écossais redevenus humains après leur incroyable succès contre les Français une semaine plus tôt.Enfin, à Cardiff, les Diables Rouges retrouvés ont mis fin à une horrible série de 15 défaites de rang dans le tournoi en roulant sur les Italiens comme aux plus belles heures de leur gloire passée. Un succès pour croire en des jours meilleurs et avoir le droit de regarder leur public dans les yeux ! On est tristes pour les Italiens qui n'ont pas démérité, mais qu'est-ce qu'on est heureux pour les Gallois !!On décrypte tous les matchs de ce 6 Nations, le Grand Chelem des U20 ainsi que la victoire des Portugais dans cet épisode à partager avec les fans de rugby !Bonne écoute!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Patrick Tuipulotu has been one of the most respected forwards in world rugby for over a decade. A powerful lock known for his physicality, leadership and work ethic, Patrick has built an incredible career with the Blues and the All Blacks, playing more than 50 tests for his country and captaining the Blues to Winning A Super Rugby title.In this episode of What a Lad, Patty opens up like never before. From the highs of becoming an All Black to the setbacks that nearly ended his career, there are some unbelievable stories in this one.Some parts that stood out for me in this episode were…- Growing up in Auckland and how his dad shaped his work ethic- Switching from basketball to rugby and discovering First XV footy- The moment John Kirwan told him he was an All Black- The brutal injuries he's battled throughout his career- Missing the 2015 Rugby World Cup and how hard that was to take- The mistake that cost him the chance to play the Lions- The false positive drug test that nearly led to a four year ban- Winning championships with the Blues and leading the club- His perspective on rugby, family and life after the gameThis episode is full of honesty, perspective and some unbelievable yarns from one of the most respected men in New Zealand rugby. Patty shares the highs, the lows, the mistakes, and the lessons he's learned throughout his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 179: Les Pieds dans le Tapis - Bilan Ecosse / France - 6 Nations 2026A Murrayfield, on attendait les Bleus à la hauteur des highlands, vendant chèrement leur peau et revenant en France en ayant croqué de la panse de brebis farcie aux Chardons… Las! Le XV de France n'est jamais descendu du bus et a joué les sacs de frappe pour les joueurs du XV du chardon survoltés qui ont sorti le match de leur vie !! Pour les français, les questions se bousculent et voilà les anglais qui arrivent au Stade de France : malheur au perdant !!La veille à Dublin, les Irlandais ont maté les Gallois dans un match qui aurait pu leur échapper tant les Diables Rouges ont montré de valeur, à l'image de leur pilier Rhyes Carré qui a marqué l'essai du Tournoi, dont on lui parlera encore dans 50 ans !!Mais le plus gros coup de tonnerre a bel et bien éclaté dans le ciel romain où le XV de la Rose, déjà défait deux fois de suite, se présentait pour le match du rachat… 80 minutes plus tard et n'ayant montré que très peu de choses, les hommes en blanc n'ont pu que constater les dégâts : les Italiens pleuraient de joie et se tombaient dans les bras, ils tenaient leur victoire historique et pleinement méritée contre les inventeurs du rugby ! Bravo Italie ! Pizza gratuite pour tout le monde !!Bon mercredi avec le pack !!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/l-annee-sobreNotre instagram: Packdepotes_podcastmusique par Manu RodierArt grâce à Albane BorelHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton and Matthew Brennan are in studio to talk through today's headlines following a night of Premier League action which saw Arsenal overcome Brighton to pick up 3 points, meanwhile Manchester City drew 2-2 with Nottingham Forest, giving a 2 point extension to the Gunner's lead at the top of the table and putting their North London rivals in further relegation trouble. The lads also went through Paul Scholes' comments following Manchester United's late loss to Newcastle in St James' Park and Ireland's Head Coach Andy Farrell's response to the rumours of him vacating the position following the 2027 Rugby World Cup to go back to Saracens. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The BallThis week our live commentary game comes from Tallaght Stadium as Shamrock Rovers look to get their season back on track as they welcome Derry City to the capital.Kick off is at 8 o'clock on Friday and Stephen Doyle will be joined by Richie Towell in the commentary booth for that one, with build-up starting on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7pm.

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, I'm Cameron Hill.Coming up, a major injury blow for Ireland ahead of the final two games of their Six Nations campaign.Could head coach Andy Farrell leave for Saracens after the 2027 Rugby World Cup?And the case for Irish players take short-term sabbaticals like their colleagues in the Southern Hemisphere.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

We're revisiting one of the most profound conversations we've ever had on High Performance - a discussion that fundamentally changed the way we think about performance on this show.Jonny Wilkinson is one of rugby's greatest ever players. The drop goal that won England the 2003 Rugby World Cup is etched into sporting history. But behind the perfection, the trophies, and the records, Jonny was fighting a battle most people never saw.In this deeply philosophical and remarkably honest conversation, Jonny reveals the mental health struggles that plagued his career - the games where he could barely leave his hotel room, the 14 consecutive injuries that forced him to look inward, and the obsession with perfection that began at just four years old when he became consumed by a fear of death.Jake and Damian explore what true high performance really means. Not outcomes, not stats, not being the best in the world - but absolute presence. Living fully in every moment, whether that's a World Cup final or doing the washing up. Jonny explains why self-belief is actually fragility in disguise, why the "super version" of you already exists, and why the only thing stopping you from being extraordinary is what you're holding onto, not what you're missing.This isn't a conversation about rugby. It's a conversation about identity, choice, mortality, and what it means to truly live rather than just exist. Jonny challenges every assumption about success, performance, and self-worth - and offers a radically different way of seeing the world.If you've ever felt the weight of pressure, the fear of failure, or the exhaustion of trying to be perfect, this episode will change how you see yourself.Heights

Heather Moyse is a 2x Olympic gold medalist (who competed in 4 Olympics games), a three-sport national athlete, a World Rugby Hall of Famer, a motivational speaker, an author, and a coach.Heather started training just five months before her first Olympics at the age of 27 in 2-person bobsleigh, with her last Olympic competition at the age of 39.In this episode, she shares specific techniques and mindset work that she uses to achieve her goals and that we all can use to help us live up to our potential.Heather won gold at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, and again at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi. Before she was an Olympic champion, she was a mainstay on Canada's Senior Women's Rugby Team. Heather led Canada to silver in the 2013 Rugby Sevens World Cup, and was the top try scorer in the 2006 and 2010 Women's Rugby World Cups. In 2016, Heather became only the second Canadian, and first Canadian female, to be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. Heather represented Canada in a third international sport in 2012, when she placed Top Five in two events at the Pan-Am Track Cycling Championships in Argentina.Send Julie a text!!Hey, thanks so much for listening to the podcast. I don't know if you know this, but I work with female small-business owners and entrepreneurs who are in a season of evolution and need help with their words, visuals, and story telling for their new direction! If that's you, send me a message at www.pivotzz.com or DM me on Instagram @shepivotzz------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much.

Ever thought it might be possible to stay in Paris for 20 nights without paying rent? In this episode, Annie Sargent chats with Liz Van Montfort, a traveler who's cracked the code on home exchange—the savvy way to explore France (or anywhere!) without breaking the bank. Liz shares how she spent three weeks in a Parisian apartment during the Rugby World Cup using Guest Points, plus a night in a 17th-century Dijon hotel, all while avoiding Airbnb's pitfalls. Listen to this episode ad-free Liz breaks down the two types of home exchanges: reciprocal swaps (you stay in their home, they stay in yours) and Guest Points, a flexible system where you earn points by hosting others and spend them on stays worldwide. No fancy house required—Liz's Christchurch townhouse (complete with a communal pool!) has attracted exchanges from Sydney to Provence. She reveals how to prep your home, from welcome booklets to leaving local treats, and why guests often leave the place cleaner than they found it. But why ditch Airbnb? Liz's Barcelona nightmare—stranded with luggage after a last-minute cancellation—will make you think twice. Home exchange offers verified members, insurance, and backup plans if things go wrong. Annie adds that it's perfect for slow travelers, families, and anyone tired of tourist traps. You'll live like a local, with kitchens, laundries, and neighborhood cafés at your fingertips. After the chat, Annie dives into Paris 2026 updates: the Tour Triangle skyscraper, Louis Vuitton's Champs-Élysées hotel, and the Place de la Concorde's pedestrian makeover. Whether you're planning a trip or just love armchair travel, this episode is packed with insider tips, cultural gems, and budget-friendly hacks. Subscribe to Join Us in France on your favorite podcast app to get more hidden travel secrets, cultural deep dives, and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Your next French escape starts here! Table of Contents for this Episode [00:00:15] Introduction and Welcome [00:00:29] Today on the podcast [00:01:09] Podcast supporters [00:01:44] Magazine segment [00:02:35] Home Exchange with Liz van Montford [00:02:50] Home Exchange Experience in France [00:05:04] Types of exchanges [00:05:12] Types of Home Exchanges [00:06:42] Benefits of Home Exchange [00:08:12] Starting with Home Exchange [00:09:51] Managing Home Exchange Logistics [00:11:09] Personal Stories and Experiences [00:13:53] Preparing Your Home for Exchange [00:19:56] Unexpected Situations and Flexibility [00:20:58] Airbnb vs. Home Exchange: Cost and Convenience [00:21:19] Creating a Comprehensive Welcome Booklet [00:22:11] Pet Care During Home Exchanges [00:22:59] History and Evolution of Home Exchange [00:24:45] Membership and Insurance Benefits [00:25:58] Airbnb Experiences: The Good and the Bad [00:31:34] Challenges with Airbnb in France [00:34:57] Who Should Consider Home Exchange? [00:35:46] Preparing Your Home for Exchange [00:37:28] Final Thoughts and Future Plans [00:38:37] Thank You Patrons [00:39:30] VoiceMap Tours [00:40:29] Tour Triangle [00:41:53] Louis Vitton Hotel in Paris [00:43:34]  The Parc de la Villette [00:44:10]  Place de la Concorde [00:45:10]  The Tour Montparnasse [00:48:15] Next week on the podcast [00:48:37] Copyright More episodes about budget travel in France #JoinUsInFrance, #FrancePodcast, #TravelFrance, #FrenchCulture, #ExploreFrance, #DiscoverFrance, #FranceTravelTips, #RealFrance, #Francophile, #FranceAdventures, #HomeExchangeSecrets, #TravelForFree, #SlowTravelFrance, #LiveLikeALocal, #ParisTravelTips, #AffordableFrance, #HiddenFrance, #TravelHacks, #AuthenticTravel, #BudgetTravelFrance