
The Irish Times
A rugby podcast from The Irish Times, presented by Nathan Johns with regular panelists John O'Sullivan, Gordon D'Arcy and Gerry Thornley. Produced in association with Ohk Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen guide
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May 15, 2026 • 25 min
May 12, 2026 • 29 min
How Connacht are proving a stark contrast to reeling Munster
May 8, 2026 • 29 min
May 5, 2026 • 46 min
April 28, 2026 • 30 min
How concerned should Leinster be for Europe after Benetton defeat?
April 24, 2026 • 23 min
April 21, 2026 • 32 min
Leinster dismiss pretenders Ulster, Connacht find consistency and Ireland women crush Italy
April 17, 2026 • 23 min
URC preview, women’s Six Nations and Munster’s controversial new appointment