Episodes
They might be two from two so far - but are the Wallabies a genuine shot for the Grand Slam? Christy Doran and Dan Parks return to examine the latest weekend of rugby in the Autumn Nations Series - and the Wallabies' against Scotland and Ireland with former Wallabies assistant coach Petrus du Plessis, and one of the legends of the 1984 Grand Slam tour, Roger Gould. Hosts: Christy Doran & Dan Parks Guests: Roger Gould & Petrus du Plessis Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 11/18/24
The ghosts of Lyon are buried! The Wallabies have crushed Wales in Cardiff, the Grand Slam dream alive for another week. Christy Doran and Tony Harper give their immediate thoughts, the best performers, and the issues exposed ahead of the trip to Murrayfield. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 11/17/24
Published 11/17/24
The Wallabies have broken a nine-year drought - with new arrival Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii producing a man-of-the-match performance in his debut Wallaby Test. The question is, can Australia back it up? Christy Doran reviews the weekend action with Dan Parks - discussing a clean sweep by the Southern Hemisphere. Hosts: Christy Doran & Dan Parks Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 11/11/24
The Wallabies have scored a sensational after-the-siren win over England at Twickenham with NRL recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii named man of the match on debut. The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper celebrate a magical performance by Joe Schmidt's men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 11/09/24
WORLD EXCLUSIVE It has been 26 days since an international arrest warrant was issued for former Wallabies captain Rocky Elsom for his dealings as president of RC Narbonne, being accused of misuse of corporate assets and has been sentenced to five years in French prison. Christy Doran speaks to Rocky Elsom, discussing the allegations on a special episode of The Roar Rugby Podcast. Host: Christy Doran Guest: Rocky Elsom Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Published 11/05/24
The Roar Rugby Podcast is back, and it's time for the Autumn Series. The first question though - is where is Matt To'omua? Christy Doran is joined by Scotland legend Dan Parks to preview the upcoming banquet of rugby, as the Wallabies commence their Grand Slam tour this weekend against England - who are reeling from their loss to the All Blacks. Hosts: Christy Doran & Dan Parks Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 11/04/24
The Wallabies' hopes of ending a 23-year drought in New Zealand ended in a ruthless second-half display from the All Blacks in Wellington, bringing a curtain down on the Rugby Championship. Ahead of taking a short break ahead of the Spring Tour, Christy Doran and Matt To'omua dissect the performance of the Wallabies, the Rugby Championship in 2024, look ahead to the Grand Slam tour and ask if the results reflect the progress of the squad. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua Producer: Nick...
Published 09/30/24
The Wallabies' drought in New Zealand continues, as the All Blacks ran out 33-13 winners in Wellington to clean sweep the Bledisloe series and break the 'Capital Curse'. The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper given their instant reaction to the match - and ask where to for Joe Schmidt's men with a Grand Slam Spring Tour looming. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 09/28/24
The Bledisloe Cup is staying in New Zealand for another year - but is Australia - finally - about to turn a corner? Christy Doran and Matt To'omua discuss the thrilling clash in Sydney and look ahead to Wellington, and they are joined this week by Rugby Australia Chairman Daniel Herbert for a candid discussion on the future direction of the game, the challenges and opportunities Rugby Australia faces, and more. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua Guests: Daniel Herbert Producer: Nick...
Published 09/23/24
How the heck do you process THAT result? The All Blacks have retained the Bledisloe Cup, but they survived a fast-finishing Wallabies in a thriller in Homebush. The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper dive into the rollercoaster match, the highs and lows for the Wallabies, what's next in Wellington, and ask: is this a genuine step forward? Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 09/21/24
It's Bledisloe Cup week! The biggest week of the year in the Aussie rugby calendar sees Christy Doran and Matt To'omua sit down with one of the greats of the game, former All Black coach and World Cup winner, Sir Steve Hansen. They discuss the challenges the game faces in the Southern Hemisphere, what the Bledisloe Cup means, making sure you are not THE coach who loses the Cup to Australia, an outsider's perspective on Australian rugby's challenges, and more. Christy and Matt also take time...
Published 09/16/24
The Wallaroos are set to kick off their largest tour in their history outside of a World Cup this weekend, taking on Ireland in Belfast. Christy Doran sat down for a special interview with Wallaroos Head Coach Jo Yapp prior to their departure, discussing settling into Australian life, how the growth of the women's game compares to the UK, the growth of the squad and program in 2024, and their goals for WXV2. Hosts: Christy Doran Guests: Jo Yapp Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 09/12/24
Wallabies fans take a breath for a week - and it is much needed, following a record-breaking loss in Argentina. Christy Doran and Matt To'omua come together to discuss what on earth happened in Santa Fe and how it feeds back to issues with the game back home - and they are joined by former Wallaby Dr Brett Robinson, who is vying to become the most powerful man in World Rugby later this year. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt To'omua Guests: Dr. Brett Robinson Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on...
Published 09/09/24
Where on earth do the Wallabies go from here?! Joe Schmidt's men have copped a 67-27 loss to Los Pumas in Santa Fe, the most number of points EVER CONCEDED by a Wallabies side. The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harper give their immediate thoughts on the historic loss - and where to go from here with the All Blacks looming in two weeks. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 09/08/24
The Wallabies stole victory in a thrilling encounter in La Plata - but can they repeat the effort when they face a resurgent Argentina in Santa Fe? Christy Doran and Matt To'omua are joined this week by the man who likely knows both teams more than any other - former Wallabies and Los Pumas coach, Michael Cheika. They discuss his journey back to Leicester Tigers, the emotions around watching his two former sides play, and what he thinks needs to change in Aussie rugby. Hosts: Christy Doran...
Published 09/02/24
It was a fairytale finish in greasy conditions in La Plata as the Wallabies got back to winning ways against Argentina - breaking an eight-match losing streak in the Rugby Championship. Christy Doran and Tony Harper dissect the result, the positives and work ons, what it means in the development of the Wallabies, and where to next Joe Schmidt's side as a follow-up in Santa Fe awaits. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Published 09/01/24
There are few parts of the world more passionate about their rugby than Argentina. The Wallabies head into hostile territory for the first time in 2024, as they prepare to try and break an eight-match losing streak in the Rugby Championship when they play Los Pumas. Christy Doran and Matt To'omua discuss the challenges ahead for Joe Schmidt's men - and revisit challenges closer to home when they are joined by the man tasked with transforming the Waratahs, NSW's new Director of Rugby, Simon...
Published 08/26/24
Are the Wallabies in dire straits? Certainly, their loss to the Boks highlights how far they have to climb. Christy Doran and Matt Toomua discuss where next for Joe Schmidt's men as they prepare to head to Argentina - and they dive back into the world of Sevens Rugby, as they are joined by Aussie Sevens Director of High Performance, Scott Bowen, to discuss the Olympics and future of the program. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guests: Scott Bowen Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on...
Published 08/19/24
The Wallabies leave Perth with a second loss to the Springboks - and a myriad of injury concerns as they cast their eyes to Argentina. Christy Doran and Tony Harper discuss the dogged clash Optus Stadium, and what positives can be taken for Joe Schmidt's men. Hosts: Christy Doran & Tony Harper Producer: Nick Wasiliev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/17/24
Who was worse: the Wallabies, All Blacks, or Raygun? Ex-Wallaby Matt To'omua and Christy Doran discuss what went wrong for Joe Schmidt's men and what they must do to reverse the result against the Springboks in Perth in the second Rugby Championship fixture. Plus, former Waratahs coach Darren Coleman joins the pod to explain his next role and why he hasn't yet made peace with his exit from his dream Super Rugby franchise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/12/24
The Wallabies have lost their first Test of the Joe Schmidt era - soundly beaten by Rassie Erasmus's South Africa. Christy Doran and Tony Harper of The Roar are joined by Harry Jones to work out where it went wrong for the Wallabies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/10/24
Hosts Matt To'omua and Christy Doran preview the first Test of The Rugby Championship as Joe Schmidt's 3-0 record with the Wallabies goes on the line against Rassie Erasmus's World Champion Springboks in Brisbane. They also dive into the Waratahs new coaching structure, which includes ex-England man Mike Catt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/05/24
All eyes are on Paris this week as the Rugby Sevens takes centre stage - and France's victory has lead to the GOAT discussion around Antoine Dupont. Christy Doran is joined by special guest host Ryan Smith (Queensland Reds player and co-host of the Socks Up podcast) to discuss the Sevens and the Reds' recent tour to Tonga, before being joined by new Western Force recruit, Wallaby Brandon Paenga-Amosa. Socks Up with Ryan Smith and Matt Faessler:...
Published 07/29/24
The Wallabies end their July campaign with a win over Georgia and now turn their eyes to the Springboks, who arrive in three weeks. Christy Doran and Matt Toomua discuss the win against the Lelos, and are joined by Andrew Slack to discuss the Wallaby Immortals and the 2023 Review, and Anthony Eddy to discuss the state of the Aussie Sevens as they commence their Olympic campaign in Paris. Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guests: Andrew Slack & Anthony Eddy Producer: Nick...
Published 07/22/24