The 42

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With two new shows each week, our experts dig into the game-tape for analysis rich in detail and information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Oct 29, 2026

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Episodes

A dose of unbridled Ireland-NZ optimism for the WhatsApp group, and a look into Japan's rugby future 16.10.2019

Murray joins Gavan on the line to gaze into Japan's fruitful-looking future in rugby and where they might land when the dust settles after the World Cup. Gavan sets the wheels in motion for a massive week by succumbing to the WhatsApp group's optimism. And Murray fields your questions as per usual, too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Owens' potential influence, and why Ireland should move on from the Aki situation 15.10.2019

Murray joins Gavan on the line fresh from the All Blacks and Ireland press conferences on Tuesday. The lads field your questions about Nigel Owens' appointment for Saturday's quarter-final and discuss the potential negative effect of appealing Bundee Aki's three-match ban, as well as World Rugby's spicy feud with the Scots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samoa snap reaction: Aki's red, Larmour's star turn and rested opposition 12.10.2019

Sean Farrell and Ryan Bailey are joined on the line from Japan by Murray Kinsella as 14-man Ireland book their place in the World Cup quarter-finals with victory over Samoa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pitch battles, a typhoon and Samoa 11.10.2019

Murray Kinsella joins Ryan Bailey from Fukuoka ahead of Ireland's make-or-break clash with Samoa to talk about the playing surface, the weather, team news and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scots set up suspenseful weekend, nervy Rassie, and can Ireland actually win a QF? 09.10.2019

Murray joins Gavan from Fukuoka to discuss the permutations from Scotland's big win over Russia, Rassie's supposed nerves at the prospect of playing Ireland, and your questions in the WhatsApp group -- including whether or not it was a mistake to bring Joey Carbery to this RWC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farrell leads way on tackle technique, Hagibis diverts its course, and Murray's World Cup wall chart 08.10.2019

Murray joins Gavan on the line from Fukuoka to talk typhoons, Andy Farrell's tackling masterclass from a non-videoed press conference, the Samoans' diminishing chances of causing an upset, and his semi-final and final predictions as requested in The42 members' WhatsApp group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not just handling errors: Is this in danger of petering out for Ireland? 03.10.2019

Murray Kinsella joins Ryan Bailey and Gavan Casey on the line from Kobe to give a fairly blunt assessment of Ireland's win over Russia and what he sees as their diminishing chances of making a semi-final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a scale of 1-10, how shagged are Ireland? 02.10.2019

Murray joins Gavan from Kobe where he's been sampling the delectable beef, and also doing some work. The lads field your questions from the WhatsApp group and discuss how likely it is Ireland can bounce back from their defeat to Japan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sexton returns for Russia - but where's Robbie Henshaw? 01.10.2019

Gavin Cooney is joined on the line from Kobe by Murray Kinsella who gives his snap reaction to the Ireland team to face Russia, Sexton's captaincy, Henshaw's continued absence, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sexton returns for Russia - but where's Robbie Henshaw? 01.10.2019

Gavin Cooney is joined on the line from Kobe by Murray Kinsella who gives his snap reaction to the Ireland team to face Russia, Sexton's captaincy, Henshaw's continued absence, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland injury update, Wales' thrilling win over Australia and Murray's Airbnb problems 29.09.2019

The morning after the night before. Murray Kinsella is on the line as we pick over Ireland's shock defeat to Japan, look ahead to Thursday's clash against Russia and discuss a thriller in Tokyo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland stunned by Japan 28.09.2019

Murray Kinsella is on the line from Ecopa Stadium to discuss Ireland's shock defeat to the Rugby World Cup hosts with Ryan Bailey and Sean Farrell. Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at membership@the42.ie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fukuroi mayor's grá for Ireland, Japan match preview, and Murray's music corner 27.09.2019

Murray gives his latest report home from Japan and answers your questions. The lads also look ahead to tomorrow's pool fixture between Ireland and the hosts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Uruguay's is the greatest RWC upset ever, and is Felix's SA link-up that big a deal? 25.09.2019

Fresh from a karaoke session, Murray joins Gavan to look back on Uruguay's monumental upset of Fiji and why it was made extra special by the fact that it happened in Kamaishi. There's also Ireland latest, your questions from WhatsApp, and a first look at what Felix Jones might bring to the 'Boks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Uruguay's is the greatest RWC upset ever, and is Felix's SA link-up that big a deal? 25.09.2019

Fresh from a karaoke session, Murray joins Gavan to look back on Uruguay's monumental upset of Fiji and why it was made extra special by the fact that it happened in Kamaishi. There's also Ireland latest, your questions from WhatsApp, and a first look at what Felix Jones might bring to the 'Boks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest from the ground on Ireland's injuries, Japanese confidence, and Murray's restaurant woes 24.09.2019

Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey to give the latest on Ireland's injuries, with only Robbie Henshaw potentially unavailable for Saturday's game with Japan. Murray also gives the lowdown from a confident-sounding Japanese presser, discusses the Carbery v Carty dilemma, and takes your questions from the The42 members WhatsApp group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The42 Rugby Weekly Extra: Post-Scotland with Murray Kinsella 22.09.2019

Murray Kinsella joins us live from Yokohama for snap reaction to Ireland's impressive win over Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live at Liberty Hall: Rugby World Cup preview with James Lowe & Scott Fardy 05.09.2019

The42's Rugby World Cup preview night with James Lowe & Scott Fardy took place live in Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin, on Wednesday 4 September. We chatted to both James and Scott about Ireland's prospects in Japan, as well as their thoughts on how New Zealand, Australia and the other contenders are shaping up -- and found out why their Leinster team-mate James Ryan is finally taking driving les...

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