Podcasts about Rugby World Cup

New Zealand has qualified for their first men's under-20 Rugby World Cup final since 2017 after beating France 34-26 in their semi-final in Italy.

This week on Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Liam Napier wrap up the All Blacks' big win over France in Wellington and analyse who stood out for the home team, before looking ahead to the third and final test in Hamilton. We also ask whether the current Lions tour of Australia could be the worst in history, what David Kidwell might add to the Highlanders' coaching staff and assess the final Black Ferns hit out before the Rugby World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns delivered a strong second half performance to pick up their 29th Straight win over the Wallaroos and defend the Laurie O'Reilly Cup. The Black Ferns led only 10–7 at half time before turning up the attack and romping home 37–12 in their last game before the Rugby World Cup. Attack coach Tony Christie joined the show to discuss the team's win and how their tracking for the World Cup. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On June 24 1995, the Men's Rugby World Cup saw the Springboks secure a historic 15-12 win against New Zealand in an emotionally charged final at a packed Ellis Park in Johannesburg. Take a listen..... OUTRO: That was Gerald de Kock, SABC rugby commentator and a colleague broadcasting the 1995 Rugby World Cup final in Johannesburg. South Africa's success resonated with a new generation of supporters, and on that day a young schoolboy and future star by the name of Bryan Habana happened to attend his first big game of rugby.

The All Blacks take on France in the second test in Wellington tomorrow night - and the city is buzzing ahead of the game. The The 28th Cello Champions Charity Luncheon was held on Friday ahead of the event, with a stellar line up of former All Blacks including Frank Bunce and Josh Kronfeld. Frank Bunce played 69 All Black games - including 55 tests - between 1992 and 1997, while Josh Kronfeld played 56 All Blacks games - including 54 tests - between 1995 and 2000. The pair joined Nick Mills to share their memories of the infamous 1995 Rugby World Cup, as well as their predictions ahead of the All Blacks' second test against the French tomorrow night. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Devoncast looks at what the future of artificial intelligence could mean to the us from Ash Roots who is a digital leader from the county whose career spans major roles including Chief Digital Officer at BT and the University of Exeter! With just weeks until the Women's Rugby World Cup comes to Exeter we catch up with Exeter Chiefs players, grassroots clubs, people striving change and also a talented poet. Plus some planning outrage that prompted a rethink by East Devon as to where it might put more new homes across the district. Josh Tate presents this week's edition of Devoncast.

As the All Blacks took to the field at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin last night to stagger over the line against the French, I thought about the calls I had on Marcus Lush Nights on Friday, talking about the future of our large stadiums - and in particular of Forsyth Barr Stadium and Wellington's Sky Stadium. It doesn't seem to matter which city you're in across the country, stadiums are problematic. Auckland continues its decade-old debate about whether we need a new multipurpose waterfront stadium and now, what to do with Western Springs. Christchurch rate payers are unhappy about the cost blowouts for their new stadium, Te Kaha - although when it opens I reckon they'll be won over and pretty happy. Wellington has a stadium that's not well designed for rectangle sports - rugby or football - suffers for the city's inclement weather and rarely looks full. Te Kaha has them all spooked. As fans took their seat at Forsyth Barr last night they may have wondered how likely, after Christchurch's shiny new stadium opens next year, they will be to see concerts from artists such as Pink and Ed Sheeran, or All Black tests, in their city again. And they are right to be worried. There is only so much sport to go around, and with more global acts skipping New Zealand, competition is only going to get tougher. We tend to think of large outdoors stadium as a must for a city of a certain size - a required piece of civic infrastructure like a library, theatre or art gallery - but perhaps we're more ambitious than we need to be. Does the South Island really need two covered stadiums? Perhaps not. But if you live in Christchurch you're thinking about Christchurch, not contemplating what it means for the stadium down the road. Forsyth Barr was conceived before the Christchurch Earthquake, opening in time for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. So Forsyth Barr always expected to compete with Christchurch, and obviously there was confidence it could. You could say Dunedin has had an unexpected advantage over the last 14 years. But now with competing stadiums, it's on the council and stadium management to step up and find a way to ensure the stadium remains an asset for the city and not a white elephant. The saying ‘built it and people will come' doesn't apply to stadiums. You need to convince people to choose your stadium and your city to perform in, and then convince the locals to attend. Everyone has a role in making stadiums work. Look at Eden Park. The recent change to allow up to 12 concerts a year to be held there has seen a surge in fondness for the place - even if it's mind-blowing how long it's taken to happen. The benefit are obvious on show weekends. Last night looked like a great night in Dunedin. The crowd in full voice, clearly enjoying the entertainment - both the stadium and the All Blacks got the job done. Gee, I hope it lasts. It's going to be really difficult, but hopefully Dunedin will find a way to make sure Forsyth Barr remains a source of pride. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish rugby star Erin King joined Ger and Colm in studio on Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast. After making remarkable breakthrough in professional rugby, Erin discussed how an horrific knee injury put her out of the Rugby World Cup later this year. She talked through her grueling recovery, how she plans to help the team in her absence, and what she hopes the future holds for her in an Irish jersey. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Ep. 158 : INEXORABLE ! Une Finale Top 14 XXL - Toulouse vs UBBOn attendait une revanche et un sommet pour cet épilogue d'un Top 14 complétement fou, et le moins qu'on puisse dire c'est qu'on n'a pas été déçus ! Dans un Stade de France incandescent, nous avons assisté à une empoignade folle. Les toulousains tout en puissance grâce à Jack Willis, et les bordelais à réaction avec l'inévitable "Cheval" Penaud, ont livré un combat dantesque, et alors qu'on voyait le navire rouge et noir voguer vers un succès tranquille à dix minutes de la sirène... Les bordelais ont marqué un essai d'anthologie et Captain Maxime Lucu a sorti sa botte magique pour arracher de 45m en coin la prolongation, 33/33 : du délire on vous dit ! Lors des 20 dernières minutes de cette saison folle, sur quelques détails tournant du bon côté et quelques charges de Jelonch et Meafou, les toulousains l'ont emporté sur le fil 39/33 réalisant ainsi un triplé historique. Victoire méritée pour les premiers de la saison régulière qui ont pris ce match comme il le fallait : par les bases et la domination de leurs avants, incontestable ce samedi. Cruelle désillusion pour les magnifiques bordelais qui échouent d'un rien, mais que de chemin parcouru depuis un an et les 60 points encaissés au même stade de la compétition !!RDV est pris pour l'an prochain... MERCI MESSIEURS !! Quelques mots aussi sur les finales fédérales, les premiers pas des U20 en Coupe du Monde, les tournées en tous genres.Bref du bon rugby dans vos oreilles ! Bon mercredi avec le pack !Bonne écoute!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/un-peu-plus-leger/playlist/l-annee-sobre-saison-3-de-un-peu-plus-leger-podcastHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Settle in, Dream Team! This is one of GBR's longest and most in-depth episodes, featuring Irish and Lions legend Conor Murray. Known for his humble demeanour and cool head amidst the storms of professional rugby, Murray, offers a truly insightful look back. He shares candid reflections on three British & Irish Lions tours and four Rugby World Cups. Discover the fascinating dynamic of playing alongside, the likes of Johnny Sexton & Owen Farrell. Plus, the team dives deep into the latest Lions tour action, injury updates, and genius of Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt. Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres 00:00:00

An enthralling conversation on the podcast this week as we speak to Canada and Bristol's Holly Phillips on Canada's journey to the Rugby World Cup, including the sacrifices, funding difficulties, and the effect this has on the squad.An inspirational chat and one we implore you to check out.Canada's RWC Fundraiser -https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/canadian-rugby-unionfederation-canadienne-de-rugby/

#rugby #worldrugby #rugbywives #podcast #storytimepodcast In this episode of StoryTime, Aimee Kitshoff and Saskia Snyman introduce their brand-new business venture: High Ball—a drink born during the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan. What started as a shared discovery among rugby fans, families, and friends quickly became a staple of celebration and connection. Inspired by the magic of Japan and the unforgettable World Cup win, Aimee and Saskia have perfected the drink and brought it home to South Africa. The conversation dives into life behind the scenes of two historic World Cup wins in 2019 and 2023, and the URC championships. Aimee and Saskia reflect on supporting their husbands on and off the field, navigating high-pressure matches, constant travel, media attention, and the importance of friendship.They also share stories from their recent girls' trip across America—from Stagecoach to nights at Vegas burlesque shows—and tease where their next adventure might take them.Don't forget to like and subscribe GRAB YOUR KNOX HYDRATION - https://www.knoxhydrate.com/For Super Powers fueled by nature, grab your Super Mushroom Focus, Health, Athlete or Sleep at https://supermushrooms.co.za/FOR MORE INFO High Ball RSA - https://www.instagram.com/highball.rsa/Saskia Snyman - https://www.instagram.com/saskiassnyman/Aimee Kitshoff - https://www.instagram.com/aimee_kitshoff/Joshua Eady - https://www.instagram.com/justblamejosh/Storytime Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/storytimepodcastjosh/LISTEN Spotify - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/... Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Podcast - https://a.co/d/cyCUGeB

On today's BizNews Briefing, President Ramaphosa defended BEE in the NCOP, calling it vital for growth and a "national project," dismissing claims it hinders investment. He proposed an "equity equivalent" model for firms like Starlink to invest while prioritising transformation. IRR's Marius Roodt labelled Ramaphosa's BEE stance "empty rhetoric," advocating economic growth over redistribution. Dr. Corné Mulder criticised BEE as punishing future generations, urging equal opportunities. Afrikaner delegates met White House officials to rebuild ties. Accounting firms eye IPOs, and the Springboks face the Barbarians this weekend, 30 years after their 1995 Rugby World Cup triumph.

More than 200 gunmen on motorbikes recently attacked a Niger army base leaving at least 34 soldiers dead. Meanwhile dozens of civilians were reportedly killed in another attack in the region. Why is western Niger vulnerable to attacks by militant Islamists?Concerns after Sudan orders universities in Khartoum to reopenAnd how Nelson Mandela used sport to help transform South Africa, 30 years on from the Springboks victory in the Rugby World Cup. Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers:: Sunita Nahar, Bella Hassan, and Yvette Twagiramariya in London, with Blessing Aderogba in Lagos Senior Producer: Paul Bakibinga Technical producer: Jack Graysmark Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Die zweigleisige erste Liga wird eingleisig ab nächster Saison. Einige Teams sind in der Quali gar nicht angetreten. Der Süden wird (wie zu erwarten war) stärker vertreten sein. Mal schauen wie Rugby Deutschland in 5 Jahren auf Clubebene aussehen wird. Die Lions haben ihr erstes Spiel verloren, das Spiel war knapp, aber nicht gut, dafür war der "Buzz" drumherum schon ganz nett :) Meldet euch unter fragen@vorpass.de, abonniert uns und wenn euch der Podcast gefällt, bewertet uns bei der Plattform eurer Wahl :)   Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Führung beginnt mit Gefühl: Im Podcast Führungsgefühle erfährst du, wie emotionale Intelligenz, Selbstreflexion und neue Leadership-Ansätze echte Veränderung bewirken können. Jetzt entdecken auf www.fuehrungsgefuehle.de.

Die zweigleisige erste Liga wird eingleisig ab nächster Saison. Einige Teams sind in der Quali gar nicht angetreten. Der Süden wird (wie zu erwarten war) stärker vertreten sein. Mal schauen wie Rugby Deutschland in 5 Jahren auf Clubebene aussehen wird. Die Lions haben ihr erstes Spiel verloren, das Spiel war knapp, aber nicht gut, dafür war der "Buzz" drumherum schon ganz nett :) Meldet euch unter fragen@vorpass.de, abonniert uns und wenn euch der Podcast gefällt, bewertet uns bei der Plattform eurer Wahl :)   Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.Führung beginnt mit Gefühl: Im Podcast Führungsgefühle erfährst du, wie emotionale Intelligenz, Selbstreflexion und neue Leadership-Ansätze echte Veränderung bewirken können. Jetzt entdecken auf www.fuehrungsgefuehle.de.

Melanie Browne with another edition of the Big Red Bench. We hear from the Cork camp after their loss to Dublin, Dublin SHOCK Limerick in the Hurling quarter finals, and Irish rugby's Emily Lane chats ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

In 1995, post-apartheid South Africa hosted, and won, the Rugby World Cup. It was a hugely unifying moment for the country.In 2013, Rob Bonnet heard Francois Pienaar, the captain of the victorious Springboks, explain what the triumph meant to the nation. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive and testimony. Sporting Witness is for those fascinated by sporting history. We take you to the events that have shaped the sports world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes, you become a fan in the stands as we take you back in time to examine memorable victories and agonising defeats from all over the world. You'll hear from people who have achieved sporting immortality, or those who were there as incredible sporting moments unfolded.Recent episodes explore the forgotten football Women's World Cup, the plasterer who fought a boxing legend, international football's biggest ever beating and the man who swam the Amazon river. We look at the lives of some of the most famous F1 drivers, tennis players and athletes as well as people who've had ground-breaking impact in their chosen sporting field, including: the most decorated Paralympian, the woman who was the number 1 squash player in the world for nine years, and the first figure skater to wear a hijab. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the tennis player who escaped the Nazis, how a man finally beat a horse in a race, and how the FIFA computer game was created.(Photo: Nelson Mandela with Francois Pienaar. Credit: Reuters)

ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Irish rugby star Enya Breen before she competes in the Women's Rugby World Cup later this year.This will be the Castletownshend woman's first time playing at this prestigious rugby event, which will be held in England, starting in August.The centre, who has 29 caps for her nation, sat down with Kieran McCarthy this week.Also on the show, we look back at the Cork footballers' win over Roscommon and look ahead to their All-Ireland SFC preliminary quarter-final against Dublin in Croke Park on Saturday (6.15pm).John Cleary's side saved their season against the Rossies and will go in as underdogs against the Dubs but there is hope for a scalp.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is one of the most exciting talents in Women's rugby and she's got strong roots right here in Sussex.  Jess Breach grew up in Chichester, picked up a rugby ball at just six years old and hasn't looked back since. From sprint hurdling to netball, hockey to gymnastics, Jess was a standout athlete long before she pulled on an England shirt. She burst onto the international scene in jaw-dropping style, scoring six tries on her England debut and five more in her second game, a record few can match.  She's now got her eyes firmly on the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, with the AMEX set to host three matches, including England v Australia.  In this episode, we talk home town pride, international rugby and what it means to see women's sport take centre stage right here in Sussex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the radio show, we caught up with Ian Foster. Appointed as head coach 2019, Ian Foster led the All Blacks through one of the most tumultuous periods of the team's 120-year history. His new book Leading Under Pressure is a fascinating look into the pressure cooker inner-sanctum of the world's most famous rugby team. With revelations about Foster's time in the job, it also delves into the politics of rugby, and the events preceding the dramatic 2023 Rugby World Cup. You can grab his book here https://www.harpercollins.co.nz/9781775542858/leading-under-pressure/ Cheers, Fozzy - We bloody appreciate ya!

Ian Foster was one of the more polarising All Blacks coaches in recent memory. He took the helm after the superb record of Sir Steve Hansen, and during his time there were constant discussions surrounding his job security. During his tenure he had a win rate of 70% and lost New Zealand the number one world ranking, but at the same time, he won 4 Bledisloe Cups, 4 Freedom Cups, and 3 Rugby Championships, as well as coming within a point of winning the Rugby World Cup. Foster is still in the coaching game over in Japan, but in the meantime, he's written a book called ‘Leading Under Pressure', that tells the story of his time with the All Blacks. He told Mike Hosking he had never intended to write a book, but felt it was an important story to tell. “A lot of the feedback we got is that people actually saw a team go through a journey over those four years,” he said. “I just felt that I almost owed it to my management team and a lot of my leading players to actually tell the story of the journey of that particular team.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We start this week with a look back at the fantastic finalsof the French Tennis Open – with Carlos Alcaraz coming back from two sets down to retain his crown in the men's singles, whilst Coco Gauff won just her second ever Grand Slam title in beating Aryna Sabalenka.In testing condition at Wembley, Hull Kingston Rovers wonthe Rugby League Challenge Cup Final – a dramatic late winner gave them an 8-6 lead over Warrington, meaning that their treble chase is still on. It was a much more one-sided affair in the women's final as Wigan beat holders St Helens42-6.In Rugby Union we have the play off semi-finals, with Bath getting a cracking win over West Country rivals Bristol, whilst Leicester held on bravely against Sale to qualify for Saturday's final at Twickenham.We also have updates from netball, as the top four teams viefor final rankings in the play offs, the men's and women's international cricket and football, golf from Canada-(including Rory McIlroy's driver challenges) and finally an exciting finale to the Women's Tour of Britain incycling.Another cracking episode!

Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have announced the appointment of Stuart Lancaster as the club's new Head Coach. Lancaster has signed a two-year contract and arrives at the province with a wealth of coaching experience at the highest level of the sport, across all three major European leagues and at international level. He most recently served as Head Coach of Racing 92 in France, and before then enjoyed a hugely successful seven-year spell as Senior Coach of Leinster Rugby. With primary responsibility for the day-to-day coaching of the team, he helped lead Leinster to four consecutive PRO14 titles and four Champions Cup finals, including victory in the 2018 decider. As the news broke, Galway Bay FM's William Davies joined John Morley and Darren Kelly on Galway Talks. == He made the move to Leinster after four years as Head Coach of the England national team, with whom he led for four Six Nations campaigns and the 2015 Rugby World Cup in his native country. He was appointed to that role after four years as the RFU's Head of Elite Player Development, where his primary remit was to help young players realise their potential at club and international level. Lancaster began his coaching career over 20 years ago, as Head of Academy at Leeds RFU. He was then appointed Head Coach of the Leeds Tykes in 2006, leading them to promotion to the English Premiership in his first year in charge. After a further year as Head Coach, he was promoted to the RFU. As Head Coach, Lancaster will also have responsibility for defence, thereby completing next season's coaching team. Joining him will be new attack coach Rod Seib, scrum & contact coach Cullie Tucker, and lineout & maul coach John Muldoon. Lancaster will take up the role in time for the beginning of pre-season training in July, and will be formally presented to the media and wider Connacht supporters next month.

Welcome to Friday's Rugby Daily with Cameron Hill.Coming up, team news from Leinster and Munster ahead of the URC playoffs,Ronan O'Gara on whether a former France international is joining his coaching team at La Rochelle,And Ireland begin their preparations for the Women's Rugby World Cup.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Join host Richard Graves as he sits down with performance nutrition consultant Tom Coughlin, who brings a decade of elite sports experience working with Olympic athletes, professional rugby teams, and numerous other high-performance individuals. In this enlightening episode, Tom shares his journey from psychology and sports science student to becoming a leading voice in sports nutrition. Discover essential insights about: * The truth about sports supplements and how to navigate the complex market * Why food fundamentals matter more than fancy supplements * The science behind pre-workout nutrition and caffeine's proven benefits * How behavioral psychology shapes successful nutrition strategies * Real-world advice for both elite athletes and everyday gym-goers Drawing from his experience as former Head of Nutrition at Scottish Rugby and work with the 2019 Rugby World Cup team, Tom breaks down common nutrition myths and provides practical guidance for optimising performance through smart fueling strategies. This episode delivers valuable insights on making informed nutrition choices in a supplement-saturated market. Don't miss Tom's expert perspective on building sustainable nutrition habits and his evidence-based approach to performance enhancement that has helped countless athletes reach their peak potential About Tom Coughlin Tom Coughlin is a performance nutrition consultant with over a decade of experience working with Olympic athletes and professional teams. As former Head of Nutrition at Scottish Rugby and a key figure in the 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign, Tom combines his expertise in sports science and psychology to deliver evidence-based nutrition strategies. His approach emphasises realistic, food-first solutions while helping both elite athletes and everyday performers optimize their nutrition for peak performance. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

If you've ever had the bad luck of getting a UTI - or urinary tract infection - you'll know how painful they can be. It's a bacterial infection which can affect the bladder, urethra or kidneys and give a burning or stinging sensation when you urinate. Yesterday, in a powerful parliamentary session, the Labour MP Allison Gardner spoke through tears as she described her experiences of chronic UTIs. The MP for Stoke-on-Trent is now hoping to launch a cross-party parliamentary group to look at chronic UTIs. Allison joined Anita Rani, along with GP Ellie Cannon.This week, the BBC launches the Women's Summer of Sport, marking the start of a bumper summer of coverage including the Euros, the Rugby World Cup and Queen's tennis tournament. The Welsh women's football team have been called 'history makers' after qualifying for the European Championship for the first time. Three of the players, Josie Green, Lily Woodham and Elise Hughes, tell us what this means for them and how they are preparing for their debut tournament.The Bombing of Pan Am 103, is a new BBC drama series. It's based on the true story of the bombing of a passenger flight over the small Scottish town of Lockerbie on 21 December 1988, in which 270 people were killed. Kathryn Turman was an assistant to a federal senator at the time of the bombing. After the trial, she joined the FBI, where she founded the agency's first-ever Victim Services Division. Her experience in the aftermath of the Pan Am bombing proved invaluable to the FBI's response to the 9/11 attacks, and she has aided victims and families throughout major moments in history, including the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston marathon bombing. She discusses her mission to help victims, and what inspired her work in public service.Five years after the murder of George Floyd, a black man, by a white police officer in Minneapolis, a new BBC documentary is reflecting on the wave of Black Lives Matter protests that followed, including in the UK. Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd tells the story through the eyes of some of those who found themselves on the frontline during the spring and summer of 2020, including Khady Gueye, who made headlines after a local protest she planned in the Forest of Dean was initially cancelled. She joined Nuala McGovern, along with author and producer Nova Reid, to reflect on the impact the events of that time have had on their lives, and what has changed since then.Liane Child's novel The Trad Wife's Secret is inspired by influencers who believe in traditional gender roles in marriage. So is this a wholesome phenomenon or a dangerous and sexist regression? And what is the appeal to the millions of people who follow 'trad wives' online? Liane Child joined Nuala along with British 'traditional housewife' and influencer Charlie Gray.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Andrea Kidd

Ireland back-row & 2025 Women's Six Nations Player of the Year Aoife Wafer is signing for Premiership Women's Rugby side Harlequins this summer!Cameron Hill spoke to Wafer, and Quins women's head coach Ross Chisholm, about the move to one of English rugby's top club sides, with the PWR currently experiencing a significant boom ahead of the Rugby World Cup.Rugby on Off The Ball, with Bank of Ireland, a proud sponsor of Irish rugby. #NeverStopCompeting.

On this weeks episode we are joined by Samantha Lovett (@samloverugby) who is a a freelance digital content creator specializing in enhancing the global appeal of rugby through engaging and innovative content. She has worked with World Rugby, Guinness Six Nations, LA Sevens, etc and she is taking her talents to the Women's Rugby World Cup. We pick her brain about content creation with rugby, everything thats going on in the 7's world and hope to make the game more appealing to the traditional US sports fan.

A world-record breaking swimmer has told the BBC she was left 'broken' by the training regime of one of the UK's most successful swimming coaches. Rūta Meilutytė - who won gold at the London 2012 Olympics at the age of 15 – said coach Jon Rudd's focus on her weight and diet contributed to her struggle with an eating disorder. Mr Rudd, who has faced multiple allegations of bullying and verbal abuse of teenage swimmers, has not responded to the BBC. Panorama's Rebecca Woods joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her investigation, The Dark Side of Swimming Clubs, which raises wider questions about an alleged toxic culture for young swimmers in the UK. Woman's Hour is hearing different perspectives on the recent Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman under the Equality Act, and how it could and should be interpreted on the ground. Today Nuala speaks to Kate Barker, CEO of LGB Alliance. They were part of a coalition along with Scottish Lesbians and the Lesbian Project, that intervened in the case. Today the BBC launches the Women's Summer of Sport, marking the start of a bumper summer of coverage including the Euros, the Rugby World Cup and Queen's tennis tournament. The Welsh women's football team have been called 'history makers' after qualifying for the European Championship for the first time. Three of the players, Josie Green, Lily Woodham and Elise Hughes, tell us what this means for them and how they are preparing for their debut tournament. The author Emma Stonex joins Nuala to talk about her new suspense novel The Sunshine Man. Set it 1989, it tells the story of Birdie, set on taking revenge on the man who she believes murdered her sister. Emma tells us how she approached writing the book, and touches on some of its themes, including the bonds between sisters and parental abandonment. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Sarah Jane Griffiths

Northampton and England winger Tommy Freeman joins the pod for a laugh-out-loud, raw and at times deeply personal chat. Fresh off a Lions call-up and in red-hot form - with 15 tries in his last 10 games - Tommy reflects on the moments that shaped him, from the heartbreak of missing out on the 2023 Rugby World Cup to living with epilepsy. With Saints heading into the Investec Champions Cup Final, we look ahead to his blockbuster showdown with Louis Bielle-Biarrey as Northampton prepare to face Bordeaux. Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres.  WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form

Anele's Story time: A friend of mine went to the World Cup in Paris and was only meant to go for a week, and when South Africa made it into the final he managed to buy tickets, and then told his wife he is extending his trip; his wife said ''No Sir' come home we'll watch the final here. So the question here is... Would A wife be wrong for telling her husband to come back home after he decided to extend his holiday to attend the Rugby World Cup Final?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this episode Ryan sits down with Lexi Chambers, an adaptive athlete who has shattered expectations and set multiple world records—all while using a standard NHS wheelchair. After a below-the-knee amputation due to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Lexi refused to let disability define her. Instead, she turned to endurance sports, becoming the first person to wheel from John O'Groats to Land's End (1,500km) in an everyday wheelchair. Now, she's preparing for 10 ultramarathons in 10 days (50km/day) and an even bigger challenge: wheeling coast-to-coast across the USA (5,000km) in 2027.Lexi shares her journey of resilience, how sport became her therapy, and her mission to inspire others to embrace movement—no matter their circumstances.What You'll Hear- Lexi's life-changing CRPS diagnosis, amputation, and why she refused to hang up her athletic dreams- How a kitchen “test spin” led to her first world record and eventually wheeling John O'Groats → Land's End in a standard NHS chair- The surprising role of extreme training as pain therapy and mental escape- Balancing a punishing training schedule, gruelling winds, and 4 am starts—plus the “test weeks” that make or break prep- Building and motivating a novice event-planning crew to pull off “impossible” challenges- Lessons learned fundraising hundreds of thousands, nailing keynote speeches, and embracing vulnerability on stage- Upcoming feats: 10×50 km ultramarathons in 10 days for Rugby World Cup charity, then a 5 000 km coast-to-coast across the U.S.- Lexi's simple message to anyone doubting themselves: you never know what you can do until you tryReady to rethink your limits? Tune in and get inspired to take that first (or next) rotation.

The Black Ferns have four test matches before the Rugby World Cup kicks off later this year in England. The first test is against traditional rivals Australia on Saturday in the Pacific Four Series and coach Allan Bunting has handed a Test debut to Auckland teenager Braxton Sorensen-McGee. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

Ep. 153 : Si Proches, Si Loin - 6 Nations Féminin - France vs Angleterre avec Amélie MahéC'est le week-end de clôture des 6 nations chez les filles ! Après une victoire un peu poussive chez les italiennes, nos bleues s'avançaient à Twickenham face à des anglaises ultra favorites pour enchaîner leur ... 7e victoire d'affilée dans ce Tournoi de Six Nations. Auteures d'une première demi-heure catastrophique, les françaises ont malheureusement couru après le score et sont venues échouer à un tout petit point de la victoire et du grand chelem... Frustrant !! Elles devront tirer des enseignements de ce match pour espérer bousculer la hiérarchie lors de la Coupe du Monde de Rugby Féminin 2025... en Angleterre ! Côté garçons c'est vers le bas du Top 14 qu'étaient braqués les projecteurs ce week-end. Avec sa formidable victoire bonifiée sur Toulon, Vannes s'est donné le droit de rêver et c'est le Stade Français, étrillé par son voisin du Racing qui fait des cauchemars et devra s'imposer à Perpignan pour espérer éviter une incroyable dégringolade en Pro d2...Et pour le même prix, vous aurez droit au coup de gueule d'Amélie en fin d'épisode, on la comprend ! Bon mercredi avec le pack !Bonne écoute!Voici l'autre podcast de TK --> L'Année Sobre, un an sans alcool ! https://podcast.ausha.co/un-peu-plus-leger/playlist/l-annee-sobre-saison-3-de-un-peu-plus-leger-podcastHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Send us a textIn today's episode, we dive deep into the real psychology behind career transitions, decision-making, and finding your true path after sport — and why it's way less logical and way more emotional than you think.We are joined by Gavin Freeman, a sports psychologist, MBA lecturer, and corporate strategist who shares fascinating stories from working with elite athletes, Olympic teams, and CEOs leading thousands. Together, we uncover why so many people struggle with change — and the surprising skills you already have to make smoother, smarter career moves.Inside this conversation:- Why it's not just what you're good at — it's how it makes you feel that matters- How to recognize when a chapter is closing (even if your emotions resist it)- The "Superstar CV" exercise that helps you rebuild confidence and clarity after leaving sport or any major career- Why hindsight makes everything look seamless (and why you shouldn't trust it too soon)- What business leaders, athletes, and everyday professionals really have in common- How to reframe failure, motivation, and risk so you thrive in your next career move- A sneak peek into the next episode: Making life-changing decisions under pressure, with no time and incomplete informationLoved the episode? Drop us a review & share your biggest takeaway!Ready to explore your own second act after sport? Connect with Ryan Gonsalves and the 2NDWind Academy to discover how your athletic experience can become your professional advantage here: www.2ndwind.io Some more about GavinHe is a fully registered psychologist with experience in the sporting and corporate worlds. He has held a directorship within a large consulting company and was the head of HR internally. His  20 years of experience in human capital consulting have been with blue-chip Australian and International organisations across numerous industries, including banking, construction, mining, telecommunication and government.  Gavin consults across Australia and Asia to CEO, Executives, Managers and  Elite Coaches  delivering a variety of experiential Crisis Management Workshops, Change Leadership Consulting, Strategic workshop facilitation,  Executive Coaching, and Team Building experiences. As a psychologist his insights bring an understanding of human behaviour, and how to best create a high performing culture.His first book, “The Business Olympian” released in June 2008 captures the mental toughness lessons learned from elite athletes and how these skills can be easily transferred into the corporate world.His second book, released in 2016 “Just stop Motivating Me” explores the complexity of motivation and examines how a motivational continuum explains not just our motivations but the behaviours associated with them. His third and possibly final book “Don't let me die in economy class: how the ordinary become extraordinary” was released in Feb 2025, explores how ordinary people went onto to do extraordinary things. He  can usually be heard on one of the business radio  and TV shows across Australia.Gavin was the team psychologist for the Winter Olympic team in Turin 2006 and the 2000 Sydney Paralympic Games. He was also the Team Psychologist for the Olympic Archery Team in Sydney 2000. At the professional level, he has worked with various athletes from the best sporting leagues around the world, including the NBA, WNBA, and PGA. Additionally, he was the Psychologist for a Team at the 2003 Rugby World Cup.Website www.gavinfreeman.com.auAmazon books - 

A switch to rugby league is almost certainly off the table for rugby great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe. The three-time Olympic sevens medalist is emerging from international retirement to have a crack at adding to her two Rugby World Cup gold medals later this year. Woodman-Wickliffe had a move to the NRL-W blocked this year due to her ambassadorial role for union's premier event. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Global Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking has issued a "wake-up call" to the world to act on what they deem "one of the most pervasive human rights issues of our time." The report makes several recommendations specifically for women and girls who make up 54% of the estimated 50 million people trapped in slavery around the world. They are more frequently targeted for forced marriage, sexual exploitation, and domestic labour. Nearly one in four victims are children. To discuss the topic Nuala McGovern is joined by the former Prime Minister, Baroness Theresa May and Nasreen Sheikh, who is a survivor of modern slavery.As the Six Nations passes the half way mark we speak to fans from each of the four nations to discuss their teams. We also look ahead to their hopes for the Women's Rugby World Cup, being held in England later this summer. Nuala is joined by Kate Buck, Betti Ginnelly, Charlotte Williams and Ailbhe O'Nolan.As a teenager, Roxy Longworth was coerced into sending nude images online. After years of shame and struggling with her mental health, she is now 22 and leading the Behind Our Screens campaign about child safety online. Roxy and her mother Gay, co-authors of the memoir When You Lose It, join Nuala to talk about shame, recovery and bridging the generational gap.And a look at the cultural history of the speculum from Dr Shema Tariq.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Corinna Jones

Other People's Money is our regular series on sports investment, with Matt Rogan, co-founder of Two Circles.The Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off in August, hosted in here in England. The tournament is a critical moment in the game's development. But what is the financial state of women's professional club rugby in this country. We talk to Genevieve Shore, herself a former England World Cup winner in 1994, who is now the Executive Chair of Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR), the league that is part owned by the RFU.This episode of the Unofficial Partner podcast is brought to you by Sid Lee Sport.Sid Lee Sport is a new breed of agency that combines world class creativity with deep sponsorship expertise, flawless operational delivery, and a culture of marketing effectiveness. We've really enjoyed getting to know their team over the last couple of months. They're an impressive bunch, who believe that sports marketing can and should be done better.They have a creative philosophy of producing famous campaigns and activations that build buzz and conversation in a category that too often looks and sounds the same.And they're pioneering a new standard of effectiveness in sports marketing, using econometrics and attribution models to go beyond traditional media ROI.So if you're looking for an agency to take your brand to the top, get in touch with the team at Sid Lee Sport, where brands become champions.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Nick Haines, Savannah Hawley-Bates, Dave Helling, Jonathan Shorman and Brian Ellison discuss the surprises and disappointments from Tuesday's election including big wins for KC schools and new jail efforts, the potential to host Women's World Cup or Rugby World Cup,  the veto session in the Kansas, the battle over abortion rights in Missouri, the search for bus service solutions and public health.

Charlie Abel, Luke White & Dylan Fawsitt sit down with me to talk about their fatherhood journey. We talk about the life lessons their kids have taught them. They share how they balance life on the road and family. After that we discuss the documentary that they were featured in called, The United States of Rugby. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Chicago Hounds Chicago Hounds' The United States of Rugby, documentary out now on Roku. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Chicago Hounds' journey in their second Major League Rugby season. With some of MLR's best, Luke White, Charlie, Able, Dylan Fawsitt, Bryce Campbell, Noah Brown, George Merrick, and Luke Carty leading the charge, the Hounds are chasing the MLR Shield while helping grow rugby in the U.S. ahead of the 2031 Rugby World Cup. Make sure you watch The United States Of Rugby on Roku. In addition follow the guys on Instagram. For Luke he is at @whiteyaus, Charlie at @charlie_hors3 and Dylan over at @dylanfawsitt.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afklGOQdrts About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

It's going to be a top of the table clash in Hamilton as the weekend of Super Rugby Pacific kicks off. But Aucklanders find themselves in - what some would say is the fortunate position - of being able to attend two games on the same day if they really want to. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.

New Zealand Rugby announced the first-five and fullback will spend the next four years at home - a move that allows him to participate in the 2027 Rugby World Cup. There were rumblings McKenzie might take his career offshore - but NZ Rugby's strict stance on eligibility was likely a factor in keeping the playmaker on home soil. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.

In the second episode of this series, we get invited to spend an afternoon at the plush environs of the Prince of Wales country club in Santiago, Chile. Here, some of the country's national rugby players are putting kids through their paces and they themselves prepare for a first ever Rugby World Cup.A snoop around a flea market, then, tips me off about a storied football club, Club Deportivo Palestino. We meet the fans and those running the club, which is a representation of Palestinian identity in Chile.Finally, we meet Eddio Inostroza who was assistant to the enigmatic Mirko Josic, who came from Yugoslavia to lead the Colo-Colo club to their highest ever point as a club.Also, there is the story of Puskas in Chile, the Battle of Macul and the story behind Chile's two World Rugby hall of famers.Before all that, there's part two of the Patagonian hitchhiking journey, as Eoin tries to get himself to the town of Esquel.Follow Eoin…https://www.instagram.com/eoinsheahan/https://x.com/EoinSheahanhttps://www.tiktok.com/@eoinsheahanEmail: eoinsheahan1@gmail.com

Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Red Roses Head Coach John Mitchell to reflect on his diverse coaching career. At just 37, he became Head Coach of the All Blacks, facing intense media scrutiny after their exit from the 2003 Rugby World Cup. His journey then took him to coaching roles in Australia and South Africa, where a life-changing armed robbery shifted his perspective. Now in his third stint with England—having previously worked under Clive Woodward and Eddie Jones—is Mitchell the coach to deliver World Cup glory later this year? Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres. WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form

With round one of the 2025 Women's Six Nations about to start we check in with the players from England, France, Ireland, Scotland and Wales to see how preparations have gone. Sara Orchard and 2014 Rugby World Cup winner Kat Merchant are at the tournament launch to find out how strong the players are, as they discuss their weights sessions and who prefers arms or legs in the gym. There is also a round of 'rate it or hate it' to see which players know their Welsh cakes from their Irish stout. Zoe Aldcroft, Helen Nelson, Hannah Jones, Neve Jones and Manae Feleu are all in the hot seat. Jones also gives us the view from the Welsh camp after a difficult year for her side that sees new head coach Sean Lynn arrive in a Rugby World Cup year.

The 2025 Women's Six Nations is about to start with a Rugby World Cup also just around corner meaning the stakes are higher than ever. All the home nations are in action and Rugby Union Weekly catches up with all the head coaches: England's John Mitchell, Ireland's Scott Bemand, Scotland's Bryon Easson and Wales new coach Sean Lynn ahead of his first tournament fresh from leading Gloucester-Hartpury to their third PWR title. With England's Red Roses going for a seventh Championship title in a row, Sara Orchard and 2014 RWC winner Kat Merchant are at the tournament launch to discuss their chances along with France and Italy.

The government's new changes to welfare policy have been announced, with one estimate by the Resolution Foundation putting the potential impact at a million people losing access to £5,000 a year by 2030. Will Bain dissects what that could look like with an expert on all things benefits.The latest Chinese electric car to come to the UK - the Leapmotor - has arrived to test-drive competition, backed by the parent company of Vauxhall, Peugeot and Citroen. Leapmotor's UK boss speaks to Wake Up to Money.And ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup and Women's Euros later this year, new figures predict revenues in women's elite sports are set to reach a new record in 2025. We find out what's behind the hype.

This week, The Thang Gang spoke to friend-of-the-show Woody Harrelson, Danny Dyer didn't hold back when revealing exactly what he thinks of Luton, Johnny was miraculously delivered at the dentist, and Rugby World Cup-winner Martin Johnson was a surprise guest! Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk

Have you ever dreamed of spending six weeks exploring France? In Unforgettable Six Weeks Across France: Travel Tips and Insights, Annie Sargent talks with Liz Van Monfort from Christchurch, New Zealand, about her incredible journey through France. Get the podcast ad-free Liz planned her trip around the Rugby World Cup but quickly turned it into a deep dive into French culture, food, and travel. From the bustling streets of Paris to the charming villages of Provence, she shares her experiences with home exchanges, navigating the metro, and road-tripping through the countryside. She also explores historic sites like the battlefields of World War I and enjoys unforgettable food and wine in different regions. Annie and Liz discuss the pros and cons of using FlixBus, TGV trains, and rental cars. Liz shares insights on how to budget for a long trip, where to find great meals, and why the Navigo pass made getting around Paris so much easier. Plus, hear about her side trips to Reims, Dunkirk, and even a quick visit to Barcelona. If you're planning a trip to France, this episode is packed with real-world advice and inspiration. Listen now to learn from Liz's adventures and get tips for making your own French travel dreams a reality! Table of Contents for this Episode Today on the podcast Podcast supporters Bootcamp 2025 Magazine segment Welcome Liz van Montfort Planning the Trip for the Rugby World Cup Traveling Across France Getting Around France The FlixBus Experience Driving in France Exploring Provence Home Exchange Experience in Paris Sightseeing and Day Trips from Paris Exploring the Tunnels of Arras Visiting World War I Memorials A Day in Dunkirk Experiencing Parisian Life Cooking Navigating Paris with Ease Getting around Paris Reflections on the French Adventure Wise cards for payments Short trip to London Thank you Patrons Orly Airport Bus Service Updated Voicemap Tour  Ile de la Cité Patricia's Magic Cards or How to Get Through Security Fast Next week on the podcast Copyright