RCV Presents the Wallabies vs Wales - Preview Series

You wanted more so we delivered. Whilst the Welsh carninval has left town, a fresh opponent arrives on our shores in the form of Georgia. They are next up on the Wallabies' schedule in what will be their first test in Australia since the 2003 Rugby World Cup.   In a quirk of fate, their director of rugby, Rama Chand is well-known in Australian rugby circles, having worked across a number of roles at the Queensland Reds before uprooting his young family to Tbilisi.   Rama tells us all about the various competition structures they are involved in, the hopes at club and national team level and does some mythbusting on the Georgian's love of the scrum.   Credit to John Anderson for arranging Rama's appearance, and to Cameron McFarlane for the episode graphics.   Learn more about the Rugby Club of Victoria: https://www.rugbyclubvic.com/

The episodes are dropping thick and fast now. In today's episode we chat to Welsh & British Lion superstar Jamie Roberts, who also comes with unique qualifications as a Cambridge graduate and trained doctor.   Jamie is an excellent advocate for the modern player, speaking eloquently but also openly and honestly about the challenges they face, along with the game itself.   He also takes us through some fond memories playing for the Lions and some big Welsh victories over England.   Believe it or not, we have more content coming for you. The Welsh team move on to their next destination but in comes Georgia for their first bilateral tour to Australia and we have a great guest lined up from the Georgian Rugby Union to tell us about it.   Credit to Abi Tierney and John Anderson for arranging Jamie's appearance, and to Cameron McFarlane for the episode graphics.   Learn more about the Rugby Club of Victoria: https://www.rugbyclubvic.com/

In today's episode, 1991 RWC winning backrower Simon Poidevin joins the show to talk about his view of the Welsh rivalry prior to the World Cup era, the game's transition into the professional era and it's future through the eyes of his son who plays professionally in the United States.   Poido's post-playing career has been even more remarkable, not only being in the in the broadcast booth for Channel 7 in the Wallabies' other RWC final victory (in 1999) but also leaving a significant impression on the Australian corporate sector, a rarity for a high profile athlete.   After that chat, we check in quickly with RCV president John Anderson about the phenomenal response to this series, but also to demystify the organisation somewhat and learn more about its goals going forward.   Episode 4 will feature Welsh & British Lion superstar Jamie Roberts, who also comes with unique qualifications as a Cambridge graduate and trained doctor.   Credit to Peter Grigg and John Anderson for arranging Simon's appearance, and to Cameron McFarlane for the episode graphics.   Learn more about the Rugby Club of Victoria: https://www.rugbyclubvic.com/

In today's episode, we get the Welsh perspective on the upcoming series directly from the Chief Executive Officer of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), Abi Tierney, who is accompanying the team on tour and bringing her family for their first trip to Australia.   Abi started with the WRU in January 2024, following a distinguished in public service in the United Kingdom, which included ensuring passport renewal kept pace with demand in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.    She shares her early thoughts on the administrative side of rugby, tells us what makes each of the Welsh regions so special, as well as the gameday experience under the roof of the famed Millenium - now Principality - Stadium and gives an insight into the personal of Wales' legendary coach, Warren Gatland.   DON'T MISS: Wallabies v Wales preview dinner with special guests, Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt & Wales coach Warren Gatland. 10 July at the Olympic Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground.    https://www.rugbyclubvic.com/event-details/wallabies-v-wales-test-match-preview-dinner

Our first guest is Ewen McKenzie, who boasts the rare distinction of being both Victorian-educated and a Wallabies world cup winner.   Ewen talks us through his time in the Scotch College rugby program, how he was picked for Victorian schoolboys rugby honours and even representing Harlequins in the Dewar Shield.   Later we reflect on 1991, the big group stage win over Wales at Cardiff Arms Park, the charm of the stadia in the Welsh regions during the group stages and the successive victories over Ireland, New Zealand and England to take the crown.   We finish off hearing about the relief of finally getting one over the Crusaders in the 2011 Super Rugby final.   Our next guest will be Welsh Rugby Union CEO Abi Tierney, who has a fascinating backstory and tells us about the uniqueness of the Welsh regions, the passion of a full house at Millenium Stadium and the charm of head coach Warren Gatland.   DON'T MISS: Wallabies v Wales preview dinner with special guests, Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt & Wales coach Warren Gatland. 10 July at the Olympic Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground.    https://www.rugbyclubvic.com/event-details/wallabies-v-wales-test-match-preview-dinner

Ahead of RWC 2023, we take a closer look at the teams you won't know so much about. Our second episode focuses on rugby in Africa, which will be represented by defending champions and direct qualifiers, South Africa, as well as their neighbours Namibia, who won the 8-team qualification tournament last year. Our guests today are the captain of the Ugandan national team, Magomu Ivan, and Harry Jones, who talks us through Namibian rugby, as well as what is holding the rest of the continent back when it comes to qualifying for rugby world cups. Special shout-outs from our chat with Magomu go to Namilyango College, St Marys College Kisubi (aka SMACK) and Pirates Rugby club, as well as his fierce opponents, Heathens and KOBs Rugby Club. NOTE: Outside Centre Enterprises will be in France for part of the tournament, so if you are looking to create or partner up for audio content around the event, get in touch via one of the below methods. Episode highlights: [2:00] Magomu Ivan, Captain – Uganda mens' XVs national team [20:00] Harry Jones, contributor – The Roar Follow/connect with us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Follow/connect with us on Twitter/X: @outsidectrpod Follow/connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/outside-centre-enterprises/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3BCW1ODyb0S9W1UFyIaLIzVw%3D%3D or search "Outside Centre Enterprises" Email the show: [email protected] Follow Magomu on Twitter/X: @ivan_magomu Follow Harry on Twitter/X: @haribaldijones

We're back! Ahead of RWC 2023, we take a closer look at the teams you won't know so much about. Our first episode focuses on rugby in South America, which has exploded in this World Cup cycle, despite all the challenges of COVID-19. The establishment of the first franchise-based, professional rugby competition in the region, Superliga Americana de Rugby, subsequently rebranded as Super Rugby Americas, directly led to the strengthening of Chile such they qualified for RWC 2023 directly. This cycle also saw the emergence of Colombia as a force in women's rugby by earning a place in the inaugural WXV competition whilst Brazil continued its status on the 7s circuit. Our guests today are the CEO of the Brazilian Rugby Union (CBRu), Mariana Miné, and Paul Tait, co-founder of leading English-language digital publication, Americas Rugby News. NOTE: Outside Centre Enterprises will be in France for part of the tournament, so if you are looking to create or partner up for audio content around the event, get in touch via one of the below methods. Episode highlights: [1:45] Mariana Miné, CEO of Brasil Rugby (CBRu) [19:15] Paul Tait, co-founder, Americas Rugby News   Follow/connect with us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Follow/connect with us on Twitter/X: @outsidectrpod Follow/connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/outside-centre-enterprises/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3BCW1ODyb0S9W1UFyIaLIzVw%3D%3D or search "Outside Centre Enterprises" Email the show: [email protected] Brasil Rugby: https://brasilrugby.com.br/ Americas Rugby News: https://www.americasrugbynews.com/

This week we are fortunate to speak with leading global 7s referee Paulo Duarte just before his departure to Los Angeles for the final stop of the HSBC 7s World Series for 2021-22. Paulo's face will be instantly recognisable to 7s fans, with career highlights including the 2020 Olympics held in Tokyo in July 2021, the world tour and many European events. We speak to Paulo about life on the refereeing circuit, his experiences in dealing with less experienced players and countries, with referee criticism and his advice for aspiring referees too! And we de-bunk some of the myths and mysteries of the differences between 7s and XVs! NOTE: Next week we are scheduled to speak with a prominent lawyer connected to rugby. Contact the show with any questions or suggested topics via the various handles below! Key Segments: [4:30] Getting his start in rugby [7:15] Learning the rules of rugby and the differences across regions [17:15] The refereeing fraternity and the challenges of criticism and feedback in the modern era [25:00] The weird and wonderful differences of 7s and XVs [34:45] Paulo's career highlights including the Olympics and the world tour [41:45] Some fun questions to get Paulo's vision for the game [52:00] Paulo's advice for aspiring referees   Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Connect with us on LinkedIn: "Outside Centre: Rugby's new territories" Email: [email protected]

This week we complete our chat with Chilean-based rugby journalist and photographer, Matías Matus Acebo, who helped us preview their decisive RWC win over the United States. Three weeks on, 'Matt' tells us the impact the surprise victory has had on the ground in Chile, the opportunities stemming from it and the challenges which lie ahead. We also check in with his preparations for the imminent World Rugby 7s Challenger series event in Santiago, get his perspective on the trajectory of Latin American rugby and close out with a vivid description of the famed URBA amateur club competition in Buenos Aires province that has produced so many Pumas over the years and where our 'porteño' heralds from. Key Segments: [4:00] The local impact of Chile's surprise qualification for RWC 2023 [19:15] The upcoming World Rugby 7s Challenger Series event in Santiago [22:45] The bigger picture of Latin American rugby at the moment [36:45] URBA: the famed Buenos Aires club competition, Puma nursery and which Matt grew up following   Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Connect with us on LinkedIn: "Outside Centre: Rugby's new territories" Email: [email protected]

This week we venture to Hong Kong, catching up with Sports Editor of the South China Morning Post, Josh Ball, in the wake of their RWC 2023 qualifying defeat to Tonga which sent the Pacific Island nation through to the final tournament in France. Luckily Hong Kong have another chance to qualify, but we don't waste the chance to hear about the toll of COVID on professional sport on the island, learn more about what makes the famed HK 7s event tick and get the full picture on the rather impressive grassroots rugby structure they have in place. Key Segments: [3:00] Professional & semi-pro sporting landscape in Hong Kong [5:15] The famed Hong Kong 7s [12:30] COVID-19 and the full magnitude of it's impact on sport on the island, and the full grassroots structure of rugby in Hong Kong, as well as the big clubs and the standard of facilities [22:15] Women's rugby in Hong Kong [24:00] Hong Kong's qualification campaign for RWC 2023, including the narrow defeat of South Korea and the competitive effort against Tonga last weekend [35:30] Looking ahead to the final repechage competition, and Josh's thoughts on global game development   Follow us on Twitter: @OutsideCTRpod Follow us on Instagram: @outsidectrpodcast Connect with us on LinkedIn: "Outside Centre: Rugby's new territories" Email: [email protected]