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The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective

2014. Ireland are on the up, Magali Harvey fever is rife, and surely *someone* has to stop the Black Ferns. Join the idiots behind rugby"s most popular YouTube channel for a detailed and affectionate look back at each Rugby World Cup, celebrating and dissecting an evolving sport, match-by-match... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:24:48

2011 #34 - Australia 68-22 Russia (with Draft Rugby's...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/12/21

We are joined by another set of brothers: Draft Rugby's Harry and Nelson Dale to discuss a 13-try thriller as the Wallabies breezed past an entertaining Russia outfit. We talk about Radike Samo on the wing, David Pocock's giant schlong and Nelson tells us an anecdote of playing against Michael Hooper.A huge thanks to Harry (@harrisondale88 on Twitter) and Nelson (@Nelsonhdale) for joining us. You can follow Draft Rugby on Twitter at @DraftRugby and listen to the Draft Rugby podcast on all major

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1:23:43

2011 #33 - South Africa 13-5 Samoa

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/12/11

We revisit a heavy week as South Africa avoid a Samoan scare. We talk over the Samoan backline, social media aftermath and all the money in the world.A huge thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:06:31

2011 #32 - Georgia 22-9 Romania

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/12/04

In a week of folk complaining that rugby is boring, no one knows what we've been through. We try to make sense of the least appetising game of the tournament, addressing the false comments about rugby lacking skill in 2020. We also compare this game to Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:20:56

2011 #31 - Italy 27-10 USA

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/11/27

This week we wave goodbye to the USA Eagles, who are downed by the Azzurri. We talk Scott Fardy anecdotes, Alberto Sgarbi drop goals, headers in rugby and try to figure out who's quicker: Mirco Bergamasco or Taku Ngwenya?Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:26:46

2011 #30 - Canada 23-23 Japan

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/11/20

Today we move on to Japan's dramatic 23-all draw with Canada in the Brave Blossoms' final game of the tournament. We talk about the evolution of Japanese rugby, unusual TMO directives and more shoddy goal kicking. We also address the latest update in Chad Plato's negotiations with Zebre.A huge thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:18:06

2011 #29 - Wales 81-7 Namibia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/11/13

We wind down by looking at Wales' 81-7 victory over Namibia, as we say goodbye to the Welwitschias. Before throwing Namibia a farewell party, we talk about Cate Blanchett, Gordon Bray, Tavis Knoyle and Angelina Jolie.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:13:26

2011 #28 - Scotland 12-13 Argentina (with Graham Love)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/11/06

Scottish "meme legend" Graham Love joins us to relive a dramatic, controversial, pulsating and heartbreaking match as Scotland are downed by Argentina. We recall Dan Parks' impactful cameo, Felipe Contepomi's transition to becoming a villain and arguably "the greatest solo try in World Cup history", as scored by Lucas Gonzalez Amorosino.A huge thanks (and sorry) to Graham (@glove931 on Twitter) for joining us to talk through his trauma. You can buy the t-shirts alluded to in the podcast (along with

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1:14:04

2011 #27 - Ireland 62-12 Russia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/10/22

We move onto Ireland's third pool match of the campaign, which contains flashes of the "very, very quick" Ronan O'Gara, two of the most insane instances of cheating in World Cup history, and Andrew Trimble's feeble attempt at fighting. We also play Dungeons And Dragons-style rugby roleplaying game Let's Go To The Maul, as well as enjoying Jamie Heaslip's ventures into the world of audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:15:02

2011 #26 - Fiji 7-27 Samoa

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/10/15

We are once again guestless as we talk over the Pacific derby, Fiji vs Samoa. We talk war dances, controversial tweets, The Kooks, Jason Statham, Martian betting scandals and Deacon Manu fanfiction.Please leave your Deacon Manu fanfiction in the review section of this podcast, and give us five stars if you are so inclined.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:18:18

2011 #25 - New Zealand 37-17 France (with Jamie Wall)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/10/08

We are joined by New Zealand rugby writer Jamie Wall to talk about the trials and tribulations of being an All Black fan in 2011, try celebrations, All Black Everything, and Jamie's newly-released book, Facing The Haka. We additionally talk about Sonny Bill, John Cena and Scott Robertson's breakdancing.A huge thanks to Jamie (@JamieWall2 on Twitter) for joining us on this week's episode. His new book, Facing The Haka, is now available online. Physical copies are available to purchase in New Zealand,

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1:15:22

2011 #24 - England 67-3 Romania (with Sav, Linebreak...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/10/02

Charlie aka Sav of Linebreak Rugby joins us to enjoy England's hammering of Romania. We scrutinise the Romanian lineout, Chris Ashton's finishing technique and what Mike Tindall constitutes 'running'. We also reach out to Tom Cruise to ask for guest appearances in his upcoming film.A huge thanks to Sav (@LinebreakRugby on Twitter) for joining us. Please check out his twitter for his consistent heroics, analysis and shithousery. Thanks also to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See

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2011 #23 - USA 5-67 Australia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/09/24

This week we talk about the USA's tough day against in-form Australia. Contains mentions of classics such as Harry Potter and The Truman Show, as well as lots of fanboying over Blaine Scully and Quade Cooper.Thanks as always for listening. A huge thanks also to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:07:27

2011 #22 - South Africa 87-0 Namibia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/09/15

We are back to talk over South Africa's close-fought 87-0 win over Namibia. We briefly discuss rugby: more specifically Bryan Habana's record-breaking try and Two Time IRB Try Of The Year Nominee Chrysander Botha's try saving tackle on "The Beast", Tendai Mtawarira. More importantly, we chat about vampire squids, baboons, prostitutes and the other career of Namibia flanker Schalk van der Merwe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:33:19

2011 #21 - Japan 18-31 Tonga (with Sam Larner)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/09/03

Sam Larner re-joins us to discuss his love for stats, flags and Friends With Benefits, as we watch Tonga battle to victory over Japan. We also discuss Moana and Chad Plato's social media following, as well as organising the first ever pod social, featuring Russian cyclist Dimitri Strakhov.Thanks to Sam (@SamLStandsUp on Twitter) for coming back on the podcast. Thanks also to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Don't forget to follow Chad Plato (@PlatoChad) on Twitter and join the chain of messages

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1:09:08

2011 #20 - Italy 53-17 Russia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/08/27

We revisit Italy's emphatic win over Russia, in their second match of the World Cup campaign. We also talk over Russia's first ever Rugby World Cup try, as well as illegally branded garments and player mispronunciations. Also contains reviews of classics such as Clifford The Big Red Dog and 100% Wolf. This episode is brought to you by Guilio Toniolatti's Pasta.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:10:53

2011 #19 - Canada 19-46 France (without Carly Rae...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/08/19

We aren't joined by Carly Rae Jepsen and a group of lawyers today, as we talk about France's eventual emphatic win over a defiant Canadian team. We talk about wine, ice hockey and a Nintendo 64 classic called Ander Hero.You can listen to Carly Rae Jepsen's latest album "Dedicated" on all major streaming platforms now. You can also leave a review on this podcast if you'd be so kind.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:16:28

2011 #18 - England 41-10 Georgia (with Nick Heath)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/08/06

We are joined by commentator, journalist and esteemed social media celebrity Nick Heath to watch England's second game of their World Cup campaign and chat his time in New Zealand, including where he wad the moment he heard some dwarfs had just been tossed... Also contains a quiz concerning Star Trek, Birmingham bus routes and a Weasel named Derek.Thanks to Nick (@nickheathsport on Twitter) for joining us, Nick's podcast, Cue Commentator (@CueCommentator on Twitter) is available on all major

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1:39:06

2011 #17 - Wales 17-10 Samoa (with Ben James)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/07/29

WalesOnline writer and Welsh Rugby Podcast host Ben James joins us to talk about Wales' second game of the tournament, in which they scrape past Samoa. We discuss all sorts of things, including our favourite jokes, ironing boards, the film Knock Knock starring Keanu Reeves, and some of the lesser known touring members of the Manic Street Preachers.Thanks to Ben (@benjames1796 on Twitter) for his company. The Welsh Rugby Podcast is available on all major podcasting platforms. A huge thanks also to

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1:39:23

2011 #16 - Ireland 15-6 Australia (with Tom Savage,...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/07/23

We are joined by Tom Savage of Munster Rugby fansite Three Red Kings to discuss Ireland's historic win over Australia. We also talk about Bryce Heem's alleged germ-spreading habits, flyhalves' relationships with their enemies and which James Bond villains would make good second rows.A huge thanks to Tom (@threeredkings on Twitter) for joining us. You can check out the Three Red Kings website at https://www.threeredkings.com/ for more analysis on Munster and Ireland. Thanks also to Tom Rosenthal for

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1:04:23

2011 #15 - South Africa 49-3 Fiji (with Gareth Mason)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2020/07/15

We are joined by rugby YouTuber and passionate Springboks fan Gareth Mason to discuss South Africa's romping win over Fiji. We are sidetracked by questioning who won the 2019 World Cup, why Sarel Pretorious never won Springbok caps and how Gurthro Steenkamp would look as a weather girl.A huge thanks to Gareth (@GarethRMason on Twitter) for joining us on this episode. Please check out his YouTube channel (search Gareth Mason) which includes great content from analysis to live streams. Thanks also to

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