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  • Ruby Tui: Olympic Gold, Meeting King Charles & World Cup Final Predictions | Stick to Rugby EP 36
    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Black Ferns star Ruby Tui—Olympic champion, World Cup winner, and one of rugby’s most electrifying voices—alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Phil Vickery, and Tom Shanklin for a conversation full of laughs, vulnerability and unforgettable stories.Ruby opens up about her upbringing in New Zealand, how sport gave her a sense of purpose, and choosing between netball and rugby. She also shares the real story of when she met King Charles at Buckingham Palace.Ruby reflects on New Zealand’s semi-final loss to Canada, her honest assessment of what went wrong, and bold predictions for the World Cup final. She also talks through the meaning of the haka, the emotional power of wearing the Black Ferns jersey, and what inspired her book Straight Up.🚨 Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!00:00 – Bread Talk, Cookbooks & Scott’s Horror Injury06:05 – Teaser07:09 – Ruby Tui Joins & Kiwi Snack Chat09:12 – Who Am I: All Blacks & Black Ferns Edition12:33 – When Ruby Met King Charles 18:11 – Growing Up in New Zealand21:35 – How Sport Gave Ruby Belonging27:35 – When Ruby Knew Rugby Was It30:48 – Weight of the New Zealand Jersey35:39 – Rio 2016 & Olympic Village Stories40:39 – Winning Olympic Gold in Tokyo42:48 – The Power of the Haka48:01 – Winning the 2021 Rugby World Cup53:01 – Losing to Canada Reaction55:50 – England vs Canada Semi-Final Preview01:01:47 – The Real Ruby & Katy Daley McLean01:05:24 – Ruby’s Memoir: Straight Up01:09:16 – Growth of the Women’s Game01:11:08 – Community Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Maggie Alphonsi: Battling Disability, World Cup Relief & Sporting Heroes | Stick to Rugby EP 35
    There’s 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 World Cup winners on the latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, as rugby icon 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶 is welcomed to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Phil Vickery, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin. 🤩Maggie opens up about her remarkable journey from a council estate in South London to lifting the Rugby World Cup with the Red Roses. 🌹She reveals how being born with clubfoot became her superpower, the teacher who first pushed her into rugby, and what it was like to play at a time when women’s rugby was still fighting for recognition. 🏉She also reflects on the highs and lows of her England career from the heartbreak of losing World Cup finals to the relief of finally winning in 2014 and the teammates and role models who inspired her along the way. 👑Away from the pitch, Maggie discusses life after rugby, her work breaking barriers in sport, and how she’s mistaken for England captain to this day (which Katy is having none of!) 😂🧐An honest, powerful and inspiring conversation with one of the most influential figures in rugby. This one is NOT to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Alex 'Apollo' Gray: Olympic Heartbreak, How NFL Can Help Rugby & Captaining England | Stick to Rugby EP 34
    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features ex-England Sevens player and now Gladiators star Alex Gray, alongside Topsy Ojo, Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell and Tom ShanklinFrom the Newcastle Red Bulls to the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, and now starring as Apollo on Gladiators, Alex opens up about his unique journey across rugby, American football, and primetime TV.The panel dives into his transition between sports, why rugby lost him to the NFL, and whether he’d ever make a return. Alex shares what filming Gladiators was really like behind the scenes, how it pushed him physically and mentally, and the surprising pressures of fame.There’s plenty of rugby chat too—from the future of Sevens, to the talent coming through in the UK, and what it’s like forging a new identity beyond the pitch.00:00 - On the Road Again03:56 - Teaser04:46 - Behind-the-Scenes & Delicacy of the Week06:10 - How ‘Apollo’ Got His Name07:26 - True or False: Quiz10:15 - Diet, Training & Game-Ready Physique12:13 - Gladiator Names13:01 - Auditioning for Gladiators19:47 - Gladiator Pressure & Nerves23:50 - Early Life & Rugby Roots 29:44 - Topsy Ojo’s Memory of Young Alex31:58 - Switching Codes: 15s to Sevens36:00 - Rio 2016 Olympic Heartbreak 38:29 - Biggest Rugby Regret 40:13 - Women’s Rugby World Cup48:16 - First Brit to Captain an NFL Pre-Season Game54:52 - Rugby or NFL? 59:28 - Time at Bath Rugby01:03:07 - Louis Rees-Zammit’s Return to Rugby01:05:04 - Either/Or Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Mackenzie Carson: Winning the World Cup & Switching from Canada to Red Roses | Stick to Rugby EP 33
    Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, is back and 𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 as they go for a spin around Bath with England's Mackenzie Carson!Carson talks all things Red Roses, how she made the daring switch from representing Canada to donning an England shirt, growing up playing ice hockey, her relationship with fellow Red Rose Sarah Bern and much more! 🌹A jam-packed World Cup special that you do not want to miss! 👀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Clare Balding: Rugby League’s Decline, Celebrity Traitors & Olympic Memories | Stick to Rugby EP 32
    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes broadcasting legend Clare Balding to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin. 🚨Clare opens up about her time at the heart of rugby league, why she believes the sport has fallen behind union, and what needs to change to secure its future. She reflects on the impact of the London 2012 Olympics, how it became a turning point for women’s sport, and what she’s seen since in terms of growth and visibility. 👑Away from rugby, Clare shares behind-the-scenes stories from Celebrity Traitors, the challenges of fronting huge national events, and how her passion for sport has shaped her broadcasting career. 🧐A wide-ranging and inspiring conversation with one of the most respected voices in British sport. It is NOT to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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🏉 Welcome to The Overlap Rugby! 🏉This is Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender.Join rugby legends Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin & Scott Quinnell as they share real stories, fresh perspectives, and dive into everything you love about the game.We'll have legendary guests from ex-pros, to celebrity fans. This is your front-row seat to everything rugby - from unforgettable moments to untold stories.📍 Available now wherever you get your podcasts and on @TheOverlapRugby YouTube channel.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL-----------------------------------------------------------------------Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572587631576Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sticktorugby/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sticktorugby------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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