Kenyan multimedia megastar Eric Njiru joined the show this week, talking everything from all the 7s action going on, the African RWC campaign and the unique party atmosphere at Kenyan rugby matches. Oh, and a special treat for football fans ahead of their own World Cup this year! Key segments: [3:30] Eric’s background in rugby [4:56] Women’s rugby in Kenya [7:27] Kenyan professional side in the South African Currie Cup and the potential for African club rugby [10:57] Barthes Trophy...

Here we discuss the interest in a potential MLR team in Hawaii, where it stemmed from, and whether it’s realistic; and we get Bill’s thoughts on the feasibility of the MLR collaborating with overseas competitions such as Superliga Americana (SLAR) or Super Rugby Pacific Let us know your thoughts! Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Email: [email protected]

Bill’s favourite rugby jerseys? Where should the MLR expand to next? Which cities should be able to host RWC fixtures? Plus, we test Bill’s knowledge of the American television scene (and yours too)! Tell us your thoughts! Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Email: [email protected]

Bill Baker walks us through the era of professionalisation of rugby in the United States (via Major League Rugby) and the potential impact of hosting World Cups on all levels of the game. Be sure to keep an eye out for the bonus episodes where we talk about future expansion teams, which cities should host RWC fixtures and of course, jerseys! Key segments: [5:35] Bill’s background in rugby [11:15] What is it like for American rugby fans to now have their own league and what defines American...

As part of our new segment, Ernest tells us what are his favourite all-time rugby jerseys. Keep an eye out on Twitter and Instagram to see them in all their glory. Uganda W XVs 2021 Uganda RWC 7s 2018 British & Irish Lions 2017 Kenya M XVs 2019 Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Email: [email protected]

Ernest explains the relationship between global rugby powerhouse South Africa and the rest of the continent. Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Email: [email protected]

A succinct yet thorough account of competitive structures in Uganda, covering men and women, XVs and 7s. We also learn which clubs have been the success stories of the modern era. Teams featured: Heathens, Black Pirates, KOBs, Impis, Thunderbirds, Black Pearls, Avengers, Mbale Eagles Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Email: [email protected]

This week we travel to East Africa, where Ernest Akorebirungi is waiting to tell us about the great strides being made on that continent, including - pleasingly - in his homeland of Uganda. The Cranes have teams preparing for all of this year’s major events and Ernest is bracing for a busy year covering everything from Rugby World Cup qualifiers, to major continental 7s and youth championships as the lead rugby writer for Kawowo Sports. Key segments: [3:10] Ernest joins the show and tells...

An expansive chat on the womens’ game in Europe, its success and the challenges ahead. Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Insta: @Outsidectrpodcast

Here, Francisco illustrates how strong the game was in Portugal and Spain during the amateur era. Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast

This week we travel to Europe to speak with Francisco Isaac about the recent RWC qualifying campaign, the brand new club competition established in 2021, the fallout from Russia’s absence going forward and the challenges national unions face when trying to professionalise. Key segments: [5:04] Francisco’s view of the European landscape [13:02] The challenges for emerging unions in Europe [19:15] Rugby Europe Super Cup, the continental club-based comp which launched in late 2021 [26:09]...

Take a journey through rugby in South America courtesy of Uruguayan journalist Ignacio Chans (of El Observador), including a preview of the teams in the Superliga Americana 2022 season. Each week, Outside Centre will take you to a different part of the world where rugby is thriving away from the spotlight. Key segments: [1:04] What is Outside Centre about? [5:23] Introduction to Ignacio Chans [11:13] Ignacio's view on the South American landscape [18:18] The teams of Superliga Americana...

A teaser for a brand new podcast for fans of rugby around the world