The Scottish Rugby Podcast (The Scottish Rugby Blog)

Cammy and Iain take stock of Scotland's World Cup campaign and use the 12 Step Programme for the purposes of group therapy to try and make sense of it all. Elsewhere we hear about the wonderful reception Scottish fans have received in Japan and speak to an Emergency Planner about the principals of preparing for natural disasters. Visit the blog www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk for more news and views from the world of Scottish Rugby Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig is joined by Iain, Rory and special guest Skye to look back at the Women's 6 Nations and round up the news from across Scottish rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig, Jonny and Iain discuss Scotland's long-awaited victory in Italy, plus the return of the pro sides to URC action and Richard Cockerill's thoughts on Scottish Rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy, Iain and John get together to preview Scotland's upcoming game against Samoa in Group A of the Rugby World Cup 2019. We also chat about things the SRU independent commentator would also blame us for and whether Ireland too Japan too lightly. Visit the blog www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk for more news and views during the World Cup. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're joined by commentator Rory Hamilton to preview the upcoming 1872 Cup fixtures live on ViaPlay. We discuss the key match ups, rivalries and what makes a great co-commentator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast returns after the festive break with Cammy, John and Sandy taking a look at the avalanche of news from the past two weeks. We chat about the new Scotland coaching set up, review the recent PRO14 action and ship a box of tin foil hats up the M6 for Glasgow Warriors fans. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iain is joined by Jonny and Craig to review last weekend's Scotland game against Fiji and look forward to the Autumn Test against the Springboks this weekend. Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy, Iain and John discuss the Lions coach announcements, preview Scotland Women’s game against Italy, and speak to journalist Richard Bath and filmmaker Magnus Wake who are crowdfunding to make documentary about the very first International Rugby match, which took place at Raeburn Place 150 years ago this year. The podcast is sponsored by Manscaped. Visit www.manscaped.com/scottishrugby for 20% off plus free shipping on a wide range of male grooming products. Don't forget you can get ad-free versions of the podcast by signing up to our patreon www.patreon.com/scottishrugby from £3 per month. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iain and Craig have a look over the latest rugby news including the departure of Richie Gray and the opening round of the WXV2. Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy, Rory and Al discuss Scotland's win over England and spend so much time talking about it there's no time to discuss anything else. The guys petition the SRU for Collector's Edition of the match DVD with very specific extras and look back at some of the searing hot takes from south of the border before the game had even kicked off. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy is joined by John and Rory to preview the Six Nations and look back at Edinburgh and Glasgow's European fortunes. We chat live with the Scottish Rugby Forum and Rory puts some unsettling images in our minds. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we speak to Greig Laidlaw about his move to Japan, his relationship with Finn Russell and whether he'd prefer a Twirl or a Flake. Elsewhere we chat about the return of club rugby, redevelopment plans for Scotstoun and get our hands in the ruck over Rugby's Culture War. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John is joined by the podcasts very own 'Propstars' Craig and Allan to discuss all things Scottish Rugby, including the latest URC action and Round 2 of the 2025 Women's Six Nations. The podcast that takes a sideways look at Scottish rugby. Covering the best from the Scottish Rugby Blog and beyond (www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk) on an almost weekly basis. Contact podcast@scottishrugbyblog.co.uk. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per month www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Theme Music "Coyote" by Woodentooth (https://open.spotify.com/track/5zIuj5.... Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John takes the helm as the guys review the 1st test. Featuring special guest appearance from Jaco Johan.... Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we talk to organisational psychologist Damian Hughes about his new book The Barcelona Way and how the best teams in the world create winning cultures. We also speak to Lana Skeldon from Watsonian's Women and Owen Wetherhead from Berwick Rugby Club about their upcoming seasons. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy and John preview the Guinness Six Nations and catch up with the latest comings and goings from Murrayfield and Scotstoun. Visit www.manscaped.com and enter the code SRP at the checkout for 20% off plus free shipping. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we talk to the Scottish charity behind a new film "Rugby For Peace" using rugby to help communities in Colombia. Elsewhere in the podcast we discuss the two new women's teams aligned to Glasgow and Edinburgh and Hollie Davidson's appointment as a Six Nations official. To watch the Rugby For Peace film: www.sciaf.org.uk/rugbyforpeace To donate to the project: www.sciaf.org.uk/rugby To organise a screening, SCIAF's community team can help – emailgetinvolved@sciaf.org.uk for more info To buy an ethical Rugby Gift this Christmas: https://shop.sciaf.org.uk/products/rugby-initiatives?variant=42757854462108 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast returns and we start our build up to the 2019 Rugby World Cup with a very special episode. This week Cammy is joined by Al Kerr and Scottish Rugby Forum's Allan MacDonald in a quest for World Cup glory. We've created our own 'Create Your Own Adventure' text based game and Al and Allan work together to overcome various obstacles placed between them and World Cup glory. Please note whilst there is no swearing there are scenes of a sexual nature in this podcast. Nothing too graphic just some very strong innuendo and implied sexual acts. You can play along at home or follow your own path by following this link: http://www.cyocyoa.com/view.php?id=5374 Don't forget to check out the blog for all the latest news and opinions as we get closer to the World Cup: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast returns with a bumper episode after our two summer specials. This week Cammy and John look at the current state of Gregor Townsend's World Cup training squad, chat to Illtud Daffyd about how France's preparations are going and we look back at Scotland's appearances at the 1991 World Cup semi final and the 2015 quarter final. One was not as close as people remember but which one? The other still hurts despite the passage of time... We also chat about our World Cup song and read out a message from someone very dear to our hearts, And in Hands In The Ruck we get stuck into the haters and ponder whether Will Greenwood doesn't know the laws of rugby or is just pretending not to know for clicks and internet traffic. Don't forget to visit the blog www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk for more news and opinions as we approach the World Cup. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we catch up with the latest news in Scottish Rugby including Duhan van Der Merwe's move to Worcester, Hamish Watson's contract extension and Hollie Davidson's promotion to European Rugby. We ask if Scottish players have enough ambition and whether the 1872 Cup game was taken seriously enough. This podcast is brought to you by Mansaped. Visit www.manscaped.com and enter the code "SRP" at the checkout for 20% off plus free shipping (paid partnership) Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the non-explicit version of this week's podcast with all swearing bleeped out. This week Cammy is joined by Iain and Josh Gardner from the Blood and Mud podcast to talk about the current state of the Pro 14, current turmoil in Welsh rugby as well as looking ahead to the weekend's game at Murrayfield. This Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig sits in the chair to dissect the latest debacle with Iain and Mark, namely the Calcutta Cup loss to England in the 6 Nations. The podcast that takes a sideways look at Scottish rugby. Covering the best from the Scottish Rugby Blog and beyond (www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk) on an almost weekly basis. Contact podcast@scottishrugbyblog.co.uk. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per month www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Theme Music "Coyote" by Woodentooth (https://open.spotify.com/track/5zIuj57LH4dtbZHKUlIxN5?si=00ef96e3c4dc4f3a). Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy is joined by Stuart Cameron to discuss what changes we'd make to rugby if we had the chance.come up with some of our own and consider some listener suggestions for changes to the laws, competitions and structures within Scottish rugby and beyond. Next week we'll be taking a look back at the Living With The Lions documentary from 1997 focussing Ian McGeechan and Jim Telfer's coaching. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy and John look back at Scotland's loss to France and find reasons to be cheerful. We also do some live player ratings and hand out lost of 6/10's (the Ross Ford rating) and one 4/10. Elsewhere we discuss the most middle class things ever, Cammy forgets the words to "Heads, Shoulders, Kees and Toes" and we give thanks for the fact we're not Wales. The podcast is brought to you in partnership with Manscaped. Visit www.manscaped.com and enter the code SRP to get 20% off and free shipping. Visit www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk for the latest match reports, player ratings and news. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and John take a look at the Scotland team for Saturday's game against England at Twickenham and some of the key match ups. The podcast is brought to you in paid partnership with Manscaped. Visit www.manscaped.com/scottishrugby to get 20% off plus free shipping. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second podcast of the week Cammy, Craig and John take a look at how the Lions are lining up for the third test against the Springboks and we review the action from the first round of the FORSOC Super 6. For exclusive content and ad-free versions of the podcast you can sign up for our Patreon by visiting www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and Iain are joined by Nicks Johnston, an expert in Sports Law to look at the detail of World Rugby's Independent Disputes Committee's decision to fine Scottish Rugby £70,000 for comments made before the game against Japan at the World Cup. Is there fault on both sides? Did the Committee consider the matter properly? Where to Scottish Rugby go from here? www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy returns to talk to Sandy about Edinburgh's historic season and the upcoming semi final against Ulster. Elsewhere we discuss the new Scotland kit, Richard Cockerill's contract extension and the new format for next seasons European Competitions. We also get our hands in the ruck about reporting of Edinburgh attendances and find out which player was spotted coming out of a Scotmid in flip flops and socks. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and John look ahead to the new season for Glasgow, Edinburgh and Scotland and preview the womens' season with Gary Heatly. Cammy also chats to David Barnes about his coverage of Keith Russell's dismissal from the SRU and John (sort of) reports from Paris on Finn Russell's progress at Racing 92 in our latest feature "Virtual Finnsanity". Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's podcast was also broadcast live on Facebook. We catch up with the latest news from Scottish rugby and further a field as we being preparations for our Big Club Dinner on 24 July. https://www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk/2020/06/the-big-club-dinner/ Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig is joined by Iain, Jonny and Rory to review the latest rugby news and look forward to the return of the URC this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John and Iain have the con, with a look at Edinburgh being pure class, and Glasgow being a bit rubbish. The podcast is sponsored by Manscaped. Visit www.Manscaped.com/scottishrugby to get 20% off plus free shipping on a range of male griming products Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy and Iain look back at the weekend's European action and whether Edinburgh were robbed and why Iain was at the Allianz with a life size cardboard cut out. We also speak to former Scotland scrum half and Premier Sports pundit and commentator Rory Lawson. We chat to Rory about the future of the Barbarians in light of the new global calendar, look ahead to Glasgow and Edinburgh's Pro14 matches and get some insight into Rory's burgeoning career as a commentator. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy and John dissect Gregor Townsend's extended World Cup Training Squad, wonder what might have been if Big Vern had remained in charge and float rumours of a World Cup bolter. We also get out hands in the ruck about a lack of any official announcement or tribute for Ross Ford following his quiet retirement from rugby and make plans for our own tribute in next week's podcast with a unique opportunity for listeners to get involved. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John is joined by Iain and Craig to review the wonderful victory for Scotland v Wales, with additional John ranting on behalf of Fraserburgh Ladies.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast we're joined by Alan Dymock from Rugby World Magazine and Nicks Johnson to look at the future of rugby given the ongoing global crisis surrounding coronavirus. Will the 19/20 season be completed? Will the Lions tour to South Africa go ahead? Did the SRU jump the gun in cancelling the season? Can rugby weather the current economic uncertainty and who will come out on top in the battle for World Rugby's top job? Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John, Iain and Sandy get together to chat about Edinburgh's 1872 triumph. Elsewhere they discuss the Greggs habits of Scotland players, what Zander Fagerson was doing at Tesco and get their Hands In The Ruck about mini Murrayfield and anti-anti-racists. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy is joined by Iain and Brodie to look at Scotland's narrow victory over Italy, say farewell and good luck to Matt Landles of Hawick and discuss parking charges on the Murrayfield back pitches in the late 90s. The guys also ponder what sort of Honeymoon Richard Cockerill had and whether lilstening to the podcast is the perfect romantic night in. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy and John look back at Glasgow's loss to Southern Kings, Pierre Schooby Doo's red card and translate the SRU press release on Lesley Thomson's report following Keith Russell's dismissal. We also check in with Scots abroad in our regular "Virtual Finnsanity" feature and wonder what terrbile ideas Gus Pichot will come up wtih next. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy New Year! (Somewhat belatedly) This week Iain is joined by Mark, Craig and Allan for a round up of the news that's happened, particularly the Scotland squad for the 2025 Six Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy is joined by Andy Brown from Sports Integrity Initiative to talk about recreational drug use in sports and the dangers of using supplements. Cammy also reads out listener suggestions for Beatie Boys songs as rugby puns after Edinburgh inexplicably had three MCs at their game against Connacht at Murrayfield Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Iain, Jonny and Craig as they look ahead to the coming season in the URC, Scotland Women's Autumn Tests as well as catching up on all the news, comings and goings of the off-season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we discuss the lack of exposure for the Celtic Challenge Competition and why this years Six Nations build up feels a little flat from a Scottish perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we launch our Patreon going you access to exclusive content and our super secret Facebook page. https://www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast We also take a look at plans for a new Autumn International tournament, the health of the pro team squads and the leaked proposal from World Rugby to ban trans women from playing women's rugby. Elsewhere in the podcast we take a look at South African fans response to Black Lives Matters, Scottish Rugby's lack of diversity and World Rugby's poor response to concerns raised by Pacific Players Welfare Association.  Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy is joined by Iain and Rory to look at Gregor Townsend's World Cup squad and try to make sense of it all. We also chat to Scottish Daily Mail Rugby Correspondent, Rob Robertson about his play about the life of Bill McLaren which is on at the Heart of Hawick theatre from 10 to 13 September. Rob tells us about his inspiration for writing the play and the invaluable input from the McLaren family, Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and Iain look back at Scotland vs Ireland, look at details of the new World calendar for Women's rugby and get our hands in the ruck about venerating a certain former international fly half. The podcast is brought to you in paid partnership with Manscaped. Visit www.manscaped.com/scottishrugby for 20% off plus free shipping on top quality male grooming products. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the next three episodes of our podcast we will be reappraising Scotland's performances under Frank Hadden, Andy Robinson and Scott Johnson using Behind The Thistle by David Barnes and Peter Burns. In this episode we take a look back at Frank Hadden's time in charge and whether it really was all that bad. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig is joined by Jonny and Mark to dissect the final round of European fixtures and look forward to the start of the Six Nations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our first episode of the new season we speak to Glasgow Warriors' Adam Ashe and Jack Reid about their new Warriors Weekly podcast. We also speak to Ruairidh Campblell about his preparations for the season as a referee and test his knowledge of the laws by putting some listener questions to him. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's podcast Cammy and John take a look back at Darcy Graham's Dad's appearance on Gladiators in 1997. We take a deep long dip in some late 90s nostalgia and speak to Ally Graham himself about his experience on Gladiators. Also, what the hell is Jeremy Guscott wearing? Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonny is joined by Mark and Allan to discuss the second round of European fixtures and look ahead to the 1872 Cup and Celtic Challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast Cammy is joined by Rory and journalist Gary Heatly to look ahead to Scotland's opening game of the Six Nations against Italy. Gary helps us preview the Women's Six Nations and we look back at Scotland's 5th place finish at the New Zealand Sevens. There's some more "crap call offs" and we get our hands in the ruck over new proposals for an international tournament and celebrating subs. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonny is joined by Craig, Iain and Rory to review the Six Nations tournament for Scotland Men and Under-20s. They also look forward to the upcoming Women's 6 Nations tournament and round up the latest Scottish rugby news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy and Iain are joined by Gary Heatly to talk about the women's season so far, preview Edinburgh and Glasgow's upcoming European ties and find out which Hasting is a renowned chip thief. There's more news of Gus Pichot's terrible ideas and we hear about a soup related call off. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast Cammy, John and Sandy try to make sense of a bizarre week in Scottish Rugby as well as looking ahead to the Six Nations. Elsewhere on the podcast we talk to Tom English about The Grudge, his book looking back at Scotland's 1990 Grand Slam victory which has been re-released with new material to coincide with the 30th Anniversary of Scotland's most famous victory. http://www.polarispublishing.com/book/the_grudge Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iain is joined by new contributors Allan and Mark to discuss the pro teams' first round of European action and look forward to this weekend's second round.#6@ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's podcast Cammy and Iain discuss Gregor Townsend's squad for the Autumn Test series and Iain talks to Andy Lockwood about recruiting rugby players to the WWE. Elsewhere we discuss the pools for the draw for the 2023 Rugby World Cup and get our Hands In The Ruck about some hands in the ruck and World Rugby's decision to ban trans women from the sport. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy and John are joined by Bruce Aitchison from Happiness Is Eggshaped to take a look at the 1997 Living With Lions documentary. We take a look at a fascinating time for rugby with the amateur game giving way to professionalism which produced a unique tour the likes of which we will never see again. We discuss what lessons future Lions teams can learn from the tour, why McGeechan and Telfer are coaching GOATs as well as THAT speech. The documentary is available to purchase and download on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Living-Lions-Sir-Ian-McGeechan/dp/B0733RZZSD Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Cammy's last episode as podcast host we look ahead to the Six Nations and rate Scotland's chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast Cammy is joined by Rory to pick over Scotland's loss to South Africa. We also hear post match reaction from Grieg Laidlaw, Gregor Townsend and Huw Jones and discuss Jones's mooted move to Leicester Tigers. We get our hands in the ruck about Murrayfield toilets and come up with wrestler names for some former and current Scotland players. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig commands the ship and is joined by Iain and Mark to discuss some latest news, Scotland's win over Italy in the 2025 Six Nations, plus the return of Where's Dougie Donnelly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second part of this weeks episode Cammy speaks to Scotland international Rhona Lloyd about her work with the School of Hard Knocks chairty. Cammy and John also run rule of the SRU's proposals to overhaul the game in Scotland and we find out who's been spotted in a Glasgow hospital in full Scotland kit. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig is joined by Jonny, Allan and Mark to discuss the first round of the Women's Six Nations as well as the upcoming URC and Six Nations fixtures. The podcast that takes a sideways look at Scottish rugby. Covering the best from the Scottish Rugby Blog and beyond (www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk) on an almost weekly basis. Contact podcast@scottishrugbyblog.co.uk. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per month www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Theme Music "Coyote" by Woodentooth (https://open.spotify.com/track/5zIuj57LH4dtbZHKUlIxN5?si=00ef96e3c4dc4f3a). Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With still no actual rugby to talk about Cammy, Rory and Iain challenge each other to a series of Scavenger Hunts across the internet. You can play at home as we role play breaking into a Lions press conference, working out which Scotland international is guilty of crimes against fashion and try to find podcast hero Dougie Donnelly. The questions will appear on the blog www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk so you can play along at home. Next week we're hosting our first book club as we take a look at Gregor Townsend's Autobiography "Talk Of The Toony" Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Cammy is joined by Rory and Sandy to look back at Edinburgh's difficult second season under Richard Cockerill. We chat about the seasons highs and low and hopes and dreams for next season. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this weeks second episode Iain and Cammy look at the lastest transfer news, reveal some tantilising details about Edinburgh's new kit and enjoy some classic Scottish soft rock as Scotland announce their new forwards coach Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast returns after a short break and Cammy and Iain look ahead to the weekend's big game with Berwick Rugby Club looking to go unbeaten all season and claim a famous League and Shield double. Elsewhere we lookahead to the 1872 Cup and work out all the various possible outcomes including an indepth look at the Pro 14 tie break criteria. Dougie Donnelly is finally spotted and we discuss ecumenical matters pertaining to comments made by Israel Folau, Billy Vunipola and Stephen Jones. Oh yeah... and Cammy's bringing back ALL the jingles including an early appearance for Lions Chat with news that Warren Gatland looks set to take charge for another tour in 2021. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For our 2018 Christmas Special Cammy and Rory are joined by Alan from Thistle Scottish Rugby Podcast during a temporay ceasefire in the Scottish Rugby Podcast Wards. Weve a Euro review, 1872 preview plus our 2018 awards. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy is joined by Rhiannon Garth Jones and Phil Lewis to review the Lions Tour to South Africa. We talk about the impact of Finn Russell, missed opportunities for the Mish and whether Ali Price is the best scrum half in the Northern Hemisphere. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy, Iain and Craig review the weekend's action in the FOSROC Super 6. We chat about different in conditioning, why the standard of refereeing is much better than at professional and international level and call for the top teams to be more ruthless. Elsewhere we chat about Matt Taylor's continued failings as a defence coach, the futility of picking future Lions teams and coaches and why Finn Russell is the GOAT. To access more weekly content including Hands In The Ruck as well as bonus episodes you can subscribe to the podcast through our Patreon from £3 per week by visiting www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast. Visit www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk for the latest news and views on Scottish rugby. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John is joined by Craig and Jonny to have a look at another exciting round of Super 6 and everything else Scottish rugby Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy, John and Jonny review the latest action from the Super 6, chat about Scotland's new attack coach and cover the fallout from the United Rugby Championship Fixture announcement. Sign up to our Patreon for bonus weekly content. Visit www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John and the gang are back to chat all things Scottish Rugby, including THAT strip launch.. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy, Craig, Iain and Jonny review Scotland's loss to Italy, chat about the future of women's rugby in Scotland and review the latest action from the Super 6. We also chat about Exeter's racist hawk and why men in red trousers might the the root of rugby's problems. For bonus weekly content visit our Paterson www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast and sign up for as little as £3 per month. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we review Scotland's win against Spain in the World Cup qualifying tournament, catch up with the latest action from the FOSROC Super 6 and preview the upcoming United Rugby Championship. For bonus weekly content you can sign up for our Patreon from £3 per month. Visit www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we look back at Scotland's victory over Ireland and their World Cup hope. We also review the first week's action from the United Rugby Championship and ask why tin foil blazers are trying to ruin Scottish rugby. For bonus weekly content sign up to our Patreon from £3 per month www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we review the latest action from the United Rugby Championship and Super 6 and wonder whether the case for the defence needs to be made more strongly. Don't forget to visit our Patreon www.patreon.com/scottishrugbypodcast for exclusive weekly content from £3 per month Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy and Craig chat to Sean Phelan from Fill Your Boots Rugby about a new social media platform for rugby clubs and players, analyse the action in Berwick Rugby vs Howe Of Fife and cast our eyes over the Scotland training squad announcement. Elsewhere we preview the FOSROC Super 6 Final and wonder whether Ayrshire Bulls might be in trouble. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we discuss our open letter to Glasgow Warriors regarding their fixture against Exeter Chiefs and the clubs response. We review the action from the final of the Super 6 and the latest round of the United Rugby Championship. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we preview Scotland's Autumn Test series against Tonga, Australia, South Africa and Japan. Will Gregor Townsend roll the dice against Tonga? Will Australia turn up? Can Scotland beat South Africa? Are Japan targeting a win at Murrayfield? Elsewhere we catch up with the latest news and review the latest round of fixtures from the United Rugby Championship, For bonus weekly content sign up to our Patreon from £3 per month by visiting www.patreon.com/scottishrugbyblog Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast Cammy and John discuss the ongoing impact of cornoavirus on domestic rugby in Scotland in light of new lockdown measures announced by the Scottish Government. We also look back at the weekend's Pro[?] action and ask whether Richard Cockerill should shoulder some blame for a lack of leaders in his pack. In Hands In The Ruck we discuss player criticism, Exeter rugby's new kit, racism in rugby and highlight Scotland's first Black rugby player, JG Robertson as part of a regular series to celebrate Black History Month. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we chat to the founder of the Raeburn Shield about Scotland's chances of winning it against Australia as well as Scotland's mixed history with the fictional trophy. We also review Scotland's performance against a weakened Tongan side and try to give a balanced assessment of Scotland's fly half options. For more details about the Raeburn and Utrecht Shields visit www.raeburnshield.com. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're joined by Mitch from the Rugby Fixation Podcast to preview the test match between Scotland and Australia. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John and the gang bring their own inimitable brand of analysis, reflecting on Scotland's victory v Australia Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy, Craig and John preview the weekend's international matches. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is dedicated to Pete Nairne the guitarist from Woodentooth, the band who Kindly allow us to play their song, Coyote, at the start of each episode. On this week's podcast we delve into the Rassie Erasmus judgement from World Rugby, discuss Scotland's performance against South Africa and Scotland Women's performance against Japan. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John takes the wheel on a fairly important day in world rugby history... Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we pay tribute to Siobhan Cattigan, discuss Lee Jone's return to the Scotland Sevens squad and review the latest action from the United Rugby Championship. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we continue our look at the book, Behind The Thistle and this week we're focusing on the Andy Robinson years. We look at what sort of legacy Robinson left, whether he went too early and what the players really thought of him. Elsewhere Cammy has made an appearance on Squidge Rugby's World Cup Retrospective Podcast looking at Scotland v Georgia at the 2011 World Cup, one of the worst games of Robinson's tenure. https://podfollow.com/1509793326 Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we chat about the latest news from Scottish rugby and review the latest action from the United Rugby Championship. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John is joined by Craig, Iain and Jonny to look at the European action, some massive news on the Exeter front and Pete Horne retiring Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John takes the helm as the troops enjoy a festive quiz... featuring guest Cammy! Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we chat previous what's to come in 2022, consider whether St James' Park is a feasible home for Scotland during a pandemic and consider whether drinking McEwans Export could save the year before it's begun. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode we ask whether Women's rugby in Scotland is about to be left behind by other Unions who have decided to invest heavily in the Women's game. We also review the Scottish action from the weekend's URC fixtures and catch up with our Doddie Aid league. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we take a look at Scotland's Six Nations squad and try to make sense of it all. We get into a debate about scrum halves, try to make sense of some key omissions and ask whether any of it really matters given the depth of the squad. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we celebrate our fifth anniversary by taking a look back at the last five years of Scottish rugby. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we catch up with the Women's World Cup qualifying tournament and preview the Six Nations. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and John take a look at how Scotland and England are lining up ahead of the Calcutta Cup. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast we look back at Scotland's win over England in the opening weekend of the 2022 Six Nations. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cammy and John are joined by Carwyn from the Uneducated Rugby Podcast to preview Wales v Scotland. Get ad free episodes plus bonus content on Patreon from £3 per monthSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/scottishrugbyblog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices