The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast

Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Joey Carbery to look back on a career that's taken him from Leinster to Munster to Bordeaux and now full circle back to Leinster, as well as looking ahead to what’s still to come. We get into turning 21 and making his Ireland debut against the All Blacks in 2016, his time in France, support from Johnny Sexton, a potential return to an Ireland jersey, a little bit about The Traitors and much more!

In a bonus episode, The Ireland Rugby Social take you into Ireland’s camp as the squad prepare to take on Fiji in the Nations Championship. Ulster and Ireland star Nick Timoney sits down with Gavin Andrews to chat about a week in camp, his time in the green jersey so far and what’s still to come for Andy Farrell’s side.

Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews break down a six-try start for Ireland over Argentina in their November Nations Championship campaign. On a special night at the Aviva Stadium, the lads are joined by Ireland star Joe McCarthy for post-match reaction and they discuss standout players, a slightly off topic Conor Murray hole in one, a place in the Hall of Fame for Rory Best and what the win means ahead of next week’s clash with Fiji.

We’re back in action, ready for series two of The Ireland Rugby Social and kicking things off with a Leinster, Ireland and British and Irish Lions star.Conor Murray and Gavin Andrews sit down with Jack Conan to talk all things Nations Championship, breaking through at Leinster and Ireland, playing six Lions Tests and his mentors along the way.

Ulster Head Coach Richie Murphy joins the show this week to break down Ireland's defeat to New Zealand at Eden Park, as Andy Farrell's side fell short in the final game of this summer's Nations Championship.The team analyse where the game was won and lost, discussing Ireland's set-piece struggles, the physical battle, and the key moments that swung the contest in the All Blacks' favour. Richie also gives his assessment of Ireland's performance, highlighting the positives to take from the tour and the players who enhanced their reputations across the three-match series.Plus, the lads reflect on what the summer campaign revealed about Ireland's squad depth, the competition for places, and the encouraging signs ahead of a huge season.

Ireland made it two wins from two, but it was far from a perfect afternoon as Andy Farrell's side were pushed all the way by a determined Japan.Gavin and Conor are joined by former Ireland and Ulster scrum-half Paul Marshall to dissect the match, looking at Ireland's struggles at the set-piece, the impact of the new caps, and the players continuing to stake their claim in a competitive squad. Paul also gives his thoughts on the individuals who impressed, and where Ireland can continue to grow.With Japan now behind them, the lads look ahead to next weekend's challenge at Eden Park and what Ireland will need to get right as they prepare for their biggest test on tour.

They’re back!Gavin Andrews and Conor Murray are joined by Ulster and Ireland centre James Hume to break down Ireland's dramatic 33-31 victory over Australia in the opening match of the Nations Championship.The panel analyse the key moments that turned the game in Ireland's favour, from Hugo Keenan's outstanding return to Andy Farrell's half-time intervention and the composure shown in the closing stages. James also shares his experience of working under Andy Farrell, offering an insight into the Ireland head coach's man-management style and the standards he sets within camp.Plus, the lads discuss Ireland's growing squad depth, who impressed most against the Wallabies, and what the win means ahead of next week's clash with Japan.

Gavin Andrews, Ian Humphreys & Tony McWhirter chat post match in Bilbao after both Ulster and Leinster lost their European Finals

Sam Monaghan joins Gavin Andrews and Lindsay Peat to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign. Sam gives insight into Ireland’s performance, key moments, and how the team developed throughout the tournament. She also talks us through her guilty pleasures, getting her cap number and the historic match at the Aviva.

Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ireland international, Exeter Chiefs and Lindsay’s best friend Cliodhna Moloney‑MacDonald. It’s a powerful and honest conversation about life in elite rugby and beyond. Cliodhna opens up on the realities of being a top-level athlete, the Six Nations campaign to date and her Ireland journey. She shares personal stories from her career, playing against her wife, England international Claudia Moloney‑MacDonald and reflects on key moments that shaped her journey.