The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast

BBC Radio Ulster
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Deep dives into rugby’s biggest moments, legends and rivalries - straight from the scrum half’s seat. Honest chat, expert insight and untold stories.

  1. Ireland 33 Wales 12: Reaction Pod with Edel McMahon

    6 HR AGO

    Ireland 33 Wales 12: Reaction Pod with Edel McMahon

    Gavin and Lindsay are joined by special guest Edel McMahon as they delve into a ruthless Irish performance in Belfast. They discuss the players performances, 'Irish Touch' and looking forward to the final game, against Scotland, in the Aviva Stadium.

    27 min
  2. Brittany Hogan: Weddings, Rugby and a fresh start with Sale

    4 DAYS AGO

    Brittany Hogan: Weddings, Rugby and a fresh start with Sale

    Ireland Rugby Social is back with another great conversation from the heart of the game. This week, Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ulster and Ireland international Brittany Hogan for an honest and engaging look at life in elite rugby. Brittany shares her journey from Ballynahinch to Dubai and being star struck in her first scrum against the Black Ferns and much more.

    58 min
  3. Lynne Cantwell: Visibility, Legacy and Changing Irish Rugby

    29 APR

    Lynne Cantwell: Visibility, Legacy and Changing Irish Rugby

    Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Lynne Cantwell - Ireland's most capped women's international, Grand Slam winner and a voice for progress both on and off the pitch. From leading Ireland through some of their biggest international moments to helping shape the future of the game beyond her playing career, Lynne brings honesty, insight, and perspective you don’t often get to hear. We’ll talk leadership, evolution in Irish rugby, and what it really takes to drive change at the highest level.

    1 hr
  4. France 26 Ireland 7: Frustration in Clermont

    26 APR

    France 26 Ireland 7: Frustration in Clermont

    Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Edel McMahon to reflect on how that contest unfolded, where the game was won and lost. We’ll hear reaction, break down the key performances, and ask what lessons Ireland can take from facing one of the tournament’s toughest opponents as we dive into France v Ireland here on the Ireland Rugby Social.

    27 min
  5. Erin King: Leading from the front

    22 APR

    Erin King: Leading from the front

    Gavin and Lindsay are joined this week by one of the leading voices in Irish rugby - Ireland captain Erin King. From the demands of international rugby to the realities of leadership at the highest level, Erin has been at the heart of Ireland’s journey, on and off the pitch. In this episode, she opens up about the responsibility of being captain at a young age, the culture within the squad, and what it really takes to compete on the international stage. We’ll talk over coming a serious knee injury, Olympic viral moments, undercurrents - and the moments that shape her as a player and a leader.

    57 min
  6. Ireland smash Italy: Reaction from Galway

    18 APR

    Ireland smash Italy: Reaction from Galway

    Gavin and Lindsay are pitch side after the final whistle in Galway as they chat through Ireland's brilliant win over Italy in Galway. Nine tries and a bonus point victory, they look at what went so well for the team in green, discuss how important the massive crowd was in the Dexcom Stadium and look ahead to a huge clash with France.There’s an impromptu post-match celebration with the team and reaction from Galway born hat-trick hero Béibhinn Parsons and one of Ireland’s star names Aoife Wafer.

    24 min
  7. Ireland v Italy: The big preview with Anna McGann and Eve Higgins

    15 APR

    Ireland v Italy: The big preview with Anna McGann and Eve Higgins

    Gavin Andrews and co-host Lindsay Peat join Anna McGann and Eve Higgins in Ireland camp to reflect on their performance against England and looking ahead to playing Italy in Galway as their continue their Six Nations campaign. Expect honesty, laughs, and a few insights you won’t hear on the pitch — as we go inside the minds of two of Ireland’s most exciting backs.

    53 min
  8. England beat Ireland: Post match reaction after Six Nations opener

    11 APR

    England beat Ireland: Post match reaction after Six Nations opener

    Gavin and Lindsay breakdown England’s 34th consecutive win as they chase an eighth straight Six Nations title and fifth consecutive Grand Slam. They discuss Erin King Ireland’s new captain, the set piece and so much more.

    20 min
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Deep dives into rugby’s biggest moments, legends and rivalries - straight from the scrum half’s seat. Honest chat, expert insight and untold stories.

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  • Creator
    BBC Radio Ulster
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C) BBC 2026
  • Show Website
    The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast
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