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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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1:52:42

2007 #16 - Fiji 29-16 Canada

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/03/24

Join us once more as we embark on our quest to narrate Fiji's 29-16 group stage win over Canada. We discuss dogs, Stuart Barnes, mysterious Fijian coaches and a character known as The Rugby Goblin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:58:59

2007 #15 - New Zealand 108-13 Portugal (with Patricia...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/03/17

Portugal expert Patricia Vieira of the Ruck n Roll podcast joins us to watch her beloved only nation battle against the All Blacks. We chat about sailing, Portugese cuisine, Carly Rae Jepsen and Portugal's moment of glory.Thanks to Patricia (@_PatriciaV_ on Twitter) for joining us. You can listen to the excellent Ruck n Roll podcast on all good podcast platforms.The theme music for this episode is a sample of the French version of "World in Union" from 2007. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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1:54:25

2007 #14 - Wales 20-32 Australia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/03/10

Today's episode is a rollercoaster as we not only dive into Wales' poor performance against Australia from 2007, but the history of French composer Jean-Michel Jarre. We also talk about Steve Walsh, Super Smash Bros, Spanish cuisine and the Beatles.As you will have learned from this episode, the theme tune is a sample of "Industrial Revolution Part Two" by Jean-Michel Jarre, the official theme tune of the 2007 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:48:52

2007 #13 - USA 15-25 Tonga (with David Lawrence,...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/03/03

David Lawrence from the Scrum of the Earth Podcast is our guest this week, as we watch his beloved USA side struggle against Tonga in the 2007 Rugby World Cup. We find time to talk about Jamie Oliver, Charles Dickens, Paddy Power and teen movies.Thanks to David (@OfScrum on Twitter) for joining us. You can find his excellent podcast on all podcast platforms - we highly recommend listening to some of his interviews!The theme tune for this episode is a sample of the French version of "World In Union",

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1:48:08

2007 #12 - Japan 31-35 Fiji (with Claire Thomas)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/02/24

Presenter/commentator/writer/pundit/pitchside reporter/legend Claire Thomas eagerly joins us this week to watch a remarkable encounter between Japan and Fiji from the 2007 Rugby World Cup. We talk Fishomania, Avril Lavigne and favourite commentary moments. We also debate the probability of Antoine Dupont underage drinking.Thanks to Claire (@Claire_GThomas on Twitter or @clairegthomas on Instagram) for joining us. You can usually find her pitchside on any Premier 15s game, or doing radio commentary

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1:47:56

2007 #11 - Italy 24-18 Romania

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/02/18

This week, we take on another huge encounter as Italy dismantle Romania. We talk about Tony Spreadbury, Ramiro Pez, Neath's 2007 squad and how not to play rugby.The theme tune for this episode is "Industrial Revolution Part 2", the official theme tune of the 2007 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:05:32

2007 #10 - England 0-36 South Africa (with Lee...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/02/10

Lee Calvert from Blood & Mud owed us a favour, we invited him and his co-host Josh Gardner onto this podcast so we could all laugh at him, after witnessing England's 36-0 humiliation at the hands of the Springboks. May contain traces of Shaun Perry.Thanks to Lee (@bloodandmud on Twitter) and Josh (@joshgardner) for joining us. Chances are you already listen to the Blood & Mud Rugby Podcast, but if you don't, you can find it on all podcast networks. If you enjoy this, you'll definitely enjoy

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1:46:08

2007 #9 - Argentina 33-3 Georgia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/02/03

We've made it! We've finally covered the median game of rugby from the sport's long history, Argentina's 33-3 win over Georgia. We talk Sixmas, Jonah Lomu and anecdotes of our grandad.The theme tune for this episode is the French 2007 version of "World In Union". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:58:25

2007 #8 - Ireland 32-17 Namibia

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/01/27

We continue our deep dive into the 2007 Rugby World Cup by looking at the introduction of both Ireland and Namibia to this tournament. Along the way, we talk about long sleeves, Moroccan rugby, the 1999 NBA All Stars and a new podcast cult hero.The theme tune for this episode is a sample of the 2007 version of "World In Union". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:17:40

2007 #7 - Wales 42-17 Canada (with Luke Upton)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/01/20

Author Luke Upton is our guest today. joining us to look over Wales vs Canada, a game he last watched in a pub. We chat about Sir Tasker Watkins, the joy of Shane and Luke's greatest claim to fame.Thanks to Luke (@MrLukeUpton or @Scrumdingers on Twitter) for joining us. Luke's latest book, Rugby's Greatest Mavericks, is available now at the link below. If you can, please follow Luke's advice and buy it at an independent bookshop!Rugby's Greatest Mavericks:

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1:43:46

2007 #6 - South Africa 59-7 Samoa (with Jared Wright)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/01/13

RugbyBits & Rugby Mad's Jared Wright joins the pod to enjoy a fruitful Springbok victory in their opening game of the 2007 Rugby World Cup campaign against Samoa. We talk chaotic captains, Siva Taus and many, many fights. May contain a Bryan Habana circlejerk.Thanks to Jared (@jaredwright17 on Twitter) for joining us. You can find the RugbyBits podcast on all good pod providers for a brilliant and unique outlook on rugby by passionate South African fans. Jared's work across social media is

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1:41:53

2007 #5 - Scotland 56-10 Portugal (with Jonny McGinty)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/01/07

The Scottish Rugby Podcast's Jonny McGinty sits down with us to talk about Scotland's tense 56-10 win over tournament newcomers Portugal. After a mini dive into Reese Witherspoon's career, we talk Steve Walsh, orange gloves and shed light on an incredible Accidental Partridge by the commentary team.Thanks to Jonny (@jonnyforms on Twitter) for his company. You can find The Scottish Rugby Podcast on all good podcast providers. The podcast's theme tune is a sample of the RWC 2007's official theme,

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1:30:32

2007 #4 - England 28-10 USA

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2023/01/01

We continue our coverage of the 2007 tournament by watching defending champions England open their tournament against the USA, in a phenomenally boring game. We do a deep dive into Olly Barkley and men's magazines, while also discussing Clive Woodward and the American Dream.Theme tune is a sample of Jean Michel Jarre's Industrial Revolution Part 2, the official theme tune of the 2007 Rugby World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:30:47

2007 #3 - New Zealand 76-14 Italy (with Two Cents Rugby)

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/12/23

Mark AKA Two Cents Rugby is our guest this week as we watch New Zealand batter Italy. We talk rugby jerseys, Hakas, weather experts, tattooed arses and Richie McCaw.Theme tune for this episode is a sample of Jean-Michel Jarre's "Industrial Revolution Part 2", the official theme tune of Rugby World Cup 2007. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:47:22

2007 #2 - Australia 91-3 Japan (with Draft Rugby's...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/12/16

Harry and Nelson Dale from Draft Rugby fulfil their regular slot on the pod to watch Australia take Japan to the cleaners. Amongst a feast of tries, we find time to talk about Bernard Foley's balls, controversial jumpers, Sterling Mortlock at karaoke and the surprising similarities between Yuki Yatomi and David Bowie.Thanks to Nelson (@nelsonhdale on Twitter) and Harry (@harrisondale88) for joining us once again. You can find the Draft Rugby (@draftrugby) podcast on all pod platforms, covering all

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2:00:54

2007 #1 - France 12-17 Argentina

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/12/12

The 2007 Rugby World Cup is under way! In a two-hour epic we dissect the opening game, as Argentina upset hosts France in a brilliant first encounter. We also talk Blackout Rugby, Vanilla Ice, Better Call Saul and Cedric Heymans' hair.Apologies for no theme tune on this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:35:16

2007 #0 - The Opening (Non) Ceremony

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/12/09

Welcome to the Squidge Rugby World Cup 2007 Retrospective! Robbie (@SquidgeRugby) and Will (@Will_Owen9) join forces to tackle the Opening Ceremony of the World Cup, as well as the Opening Non-Ceremony. We discuss The Super Eight, Half Man Half Biscuit, Simon Pegg and a character named Harry The Dog.Apologies, no theme tune on this episode. We'll get that sorted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:05

BONUS: The Squidge Rugby Blooper Reel

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/10/27

Welcome to the first ever Squidge Rugby Blooper Reel! Contains unheard clips from throughout the 1987 series (and a couple from 2011) for you to enjoy. Don't expect any cutting edge analysis. Do expect to hear your favourite commentator politely asking to go to the toilet.Thanks as always to Tom Rosenthal for our theme music. Also thanks to the following guests for their appearances in this episode: Josh Gardner, Iain Hay, Grav Prosser, Nelson Dale, Jamie Wall, Derek Bressette, Ben James, Blaine

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1:39:13

1987 #36 - The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective...

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/10/13

In an emotional episode, we finally say goodbye to the 1987 Rugby World Cup. It's been a long journey, but we finally wrap it up by each picking a team, game and try of the tournament. Last but not least, we ultimately crown our Rugby World Cup 1987 Player Of The Tournament.Thank you for listening to us this series - it is bizarre that anyone would listen to us talk about such niche rugby content.Special thanks to the following:Tom Rosenthal, Jamie Lyall, Jamie Wall, Wibble Rugby, Rhiannon Garth

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1:30:31

1987 #35 - The Inaugral Squidge Rugby Draft 2022

The Squidge Rugby World Cup Retrospective ·

2022/10/06

Welcome to the first ever Official Squidge Rugby Draft! Here, Robbie (@SquidgeRugby) and Will (@Will_Owen9) each take it in turns to select a player to form their Rugby World Cup dream teams. Expect some controversial selections, and a couple of tug-of-wars for sought after players...Thank you to Tom Rosenthal for our wonderful theme music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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