Best Ray Lyle Podcasts (2025)

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From Baby Blacks to USA Eagle, Hooker Shilo Klein 34:15

2M ago34:15

34:15

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill returns alongside Fitzy to interview USA Eagle and San Diego Legion Hooker, Shilo Klein. We discuss Shilos climb in New Zealand rugby, staring with the Baby Blacks in their U20 Champions runs, then moving his way through provincial and Super Rugby, on his way to Major League Rugby and USA Eagles.…

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A Crossover Success, USA Eagle, Pono Davis 39:50

2M ago39:50

39:50

In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Bill returns alongside Fitzy to interview Houston SaberCats and USA Eagle Prop Pono Davis. Pono is that rare crossover athlete success story, going from college football to pro football, to test rugby in a mere 5 years. Pono talks about making the move to rugby, trying out for American Raptors and eventuall…

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The Year Ahead with USA Rugby Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence 59:34

2M ago59:34

59:34

In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, New England Free Jacks Director of Communications and Entertainment, and MLR Sideline Reporter, Thomas “Wheels” Grant, welcome USA Rugby Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence. Scott, Fitzy and Wheels dive into the recently announced rugby calendar for both the men’s and…

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From Leicester to Boston, Foundational Banshee, Emily Henrich 34:12

2M ago34:12

34:12

In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young, welcome USA Eagle and Boston Banshee Foundational Member, Emily Henrich. Emily, deep into Banshee trainings, talks about her time in the PWR with Leicester Tigers and now a member of the inaugural WER Boston Banshee’s team, her teammates an…

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WER President and Co-Founder, Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf 39:29

2M ago39:29

39:29

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Fitzy and guest host, filling in for Bill, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young, welcome WER President and co-founder, Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf as part of an hour long show including Boston Banshee and USA Eagle, Emily Henrich. In this half of the show, Fitzy and Wendy talk to Jessica about the inaugural season ki…

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“Quest For The Shield” Producers, Deirdre & Justin LePera 23:44

3M ago23:44

23:44

In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Fitzy sits down with the producers of the Amazon Prime rugby documentary, “Quest For The Shield” Producers, Deidre and Justin LePera. Deirdre and Justin share how the doc was made, getting great access to the players and getting them to open up to the camera about the team’s struggles, successes, and the fa…

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2025 Trialed Laws - MLR Director of Match Officials, David Wilkinson 50:31

3M ago50:31

50:31

In this US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE episode, Bill and Fitzy welcome Major League Rugby Director of Match Officials, David Wilkinson on to talk about what is making the entire rugby world abuzz, new 2025 MLR Trialed Laws. Are they turning union into league? Will scrums suffer? Why these implementations and why in Major League Rugby? Also, who sets thes…

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A Junior, Who Wants to be a Senior… Eagle, Anthem Rugby’s Junior Gafa 48:47

3M ago48:47

48:47

In US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, 2024 Major League Rugby Rookie of the Year, Junior Gafa joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about signing full time with Anthem Rugby Club, his new teammates, the influence Coach Al (Alama Leremia) has on his life and career, 2025 hopes for the team’s success, and his future Eagles goals, hoping to cap for USA sooner than late…

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USRHHL INTRO JUNGLE: Major League Rugby 2025 Season Preview Show 1:53

3M ago1:53

1:53

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 5, we introduce The Rugby Rants’ Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt, North American Rugby Database curator, James Deeley, and The Fantasy Ruckers’ Ryan Ye in a powerful way… it will make you want to punch someone in the face! . LYRICS: And now, The M-L-R two thousand twenty-fi…

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2025 MLR Season Preview Show with Rob Hammerschmidt, James Deeley and Ryan Ye 1:41:08

3M ago1:41:08

1:41:08

In US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE’s annual Major League Rugby Season Preview Show, Bill and Fitzy welcome The Rugby Rants’ Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt, North American Rugby Database curator, James Deeley, and The Fantasy Ruckers’ Ryan Ye to break down each MLR team leading into the season. Who’s the cream of the crop, and who’s not? And, which teams a…

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USRHHL INTRO JUNGLE: World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young 1:42

3M ago1:42

1:42

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 5, World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young is introduced in a very dramatic, broadway-esque, cartoon superhero way. Oddly enough, another guest who has never been introduced with a jungle. We are so futuristic! HA! . LYRICS: Let's welcome back to the show, Former …

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RWC31 & 33 Preparations Update, World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young 58:43

3M ago58:43

58:43

Bill and Fitzy kick off what hopefully will be an annual show about the preparations of the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups, hosting by USA Rugby by welcome World Rugby GM or US Operations, RWC31, Ross Young. We dive deep into the current status of their preparations, site surveys, what are they looking for in locations, any conflicts with NFL and C…

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Wendy Young Intro Jingle - A toast to women’s rugby 4:15

4M ago4:15

4:15

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 3, guest Wendy Young… YSC Rugby’s leader is introduced with this instant Top 40 hit! LYRICS: Hey, hey, it’s time Let's bring on the leader in women’s rugby coverage Your Scrum half Connection, The mastermind behind We’re assuming she once played scrum half Or has a thing f…

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Sione Fukofuka, a newbie to being introduced via a jingle! 3:55

4M ago3:55

3:55

Sione Fukofuka, a newbie to being introduced via a jingle! BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 4, USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka is introduced with this gem… also, Sione has never been introduced this way! A good thing? Maybe… Listen to our interview with Sione and Wendy Young on the latest up and co…

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2025 and beyond, USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 36:23

4M ago36:23

36:23

Bill and Fitzy welcome USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, back to the show, nearly a year since his first appearance on any podcast in America. How did 2024 go, did the team reach their goals? What does 2025, a huge year, look like for the team? Pacific Four, RWC Warm-ups, and what they all play for, the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. Be sur…

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Up and Coming Women’s Eagles - YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young 34:02

4M ago34:02

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, YSC Rugby’s Wendy Young joins Bill and Fitzy to discuss the future of the USA Women’s Eagles and the current stars. The future looks bright as Wendy brings us down the road of some of the newest players to look out for, and how the game has grown in the US of late. The USRHHL Jingle writing team whipp…

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Will Hooley Intro Jingle - England Goes Country 2:55

4M ago2:55

2:55

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Will Hooley… Will is now full America, dropping the country hits on his regular playlist. Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: Hey Bill and Fitzy, let me take it from here.... And now, we intro…

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Bryan Ray Intro Jingle - Canada meets Billy Ray Cyrus 2:09

4M ago2:09

2:09

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Bryan Ray, Americas Rugby News, is introduced with a touch of Canada and a sober Billy Ray Cyrus… Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: America Rugby News Canadian rugby fan Tonight we have the …

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Up and Coming Eagles - Bryan Ray & Will Hooley 1:16:36

4M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Bill and Fitzy welcome Bryan Ray from Americas Rugby News, and Co-host of The Rugby Rundown and former rugby international, USA Eagle 517, Will Hooley to talk about the future of the Men’s Eagles. Who should we keep an eye on, who’s exciting and do we think will be the most impactful Eagles down the road. Will, Bryan, Bill and Fitzy dive into how t…

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Philippa Tuttiett Intro Jingle - Motown meets Funk and Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch 1:00

4M ago1:00

1:00

Introducing, US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 1, guest Philippa Tuttiett is welcomed by this gem inspired by Motown, Funk and possibly some Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch! It’s a good vibration… Listen to our interview with Philippa about Ilona Maher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The “Ilona Maher Effect” with Rugby Analyst, Philippa Tuttiett 56:26

4M ago56:26

56:26

The “Ilona Maher Effect” with Rugby Analyst, Philippa Tuttiett We kick off US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Season 5 talking about one of the world’s biggest rugby stars, Ilona Maher. And no one better to have one than Rugby Analyst, former Welsh International in 7s and 15s, and the owner of her own building company, Philippa Tuttiett. We discuss the arriv…

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BEST OF Season 4: The Cursing Dubliner; USA Flyhalf, AJ MacGinty 44:58

5M ago44:58

44:58

On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcomed USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga. Funny moments ensued, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of …

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7s superstar Maddison Levi has met her match… Her name is Nia Toliver 46:35

5M ago46:35

46:35

7s superstar Maddison Levi has met her match… Her name is Nia Toliver On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome the newest sensation to hit the Rugby Sevens scene, USA Eagle, Nia Toliver! Fresh off her star-worthy performances on debut in Dubai and Cape Town, turning rugby fans heads around the globe, Toliver talks about …

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BEST OF SEASON 4 - Exit Interview with Former USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday 1:03:17

5M ago1:03:17

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On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Mike Friday, who announced he was stepping down as the USA 7s Men’s Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joined Bill and John to talk about his time building the men’s programs, the difficulties of doing so and the high’s he experienced. Mike also talked about the side’s diff…

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Your mother’s favorite Scrummager, USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Prop, Jack Iscaro 42:53

6M ago42:53

42:53

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Prop, Jack Iscaro. Jack shares his thoughts on the Eagles successful Autumn tour thus far and preparations for Spain. What would it mean to finish out the tour with another win? And, Jack shares his thoughts on the 2025 Major League Rugby schedule and th…

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Great Customer Experience is in the Details - Steven Van Belleghem 39:21

6M ago39:21

39:21

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Steven Van Belleghem. Steven is one of the top customer experience thought leaders in the world. He’s helped world-leading companies like Disney, Mastercard, Mercedes, and Salesforce learn how to be more customer-centric. And Steven is the author of six bestselling books including his …

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The Cursing Dubliner; USA Flyhalf, AJ MacGinty 47:36

6M ago47:36

47:36

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga this weekend. Funny moments ensure, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of play …

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USA Rugby Charges into November, MLR Sides Recharging for 2025 - Bryan Ray 1:12:58

7M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy cover USA Men’s November Test Series, their chances, and who will step up the most. Which reserves do we wish would get the call up? And, America’s Rugby News’ Bryan Ray joins to update us on all the off-season moves Major League Rugby clubs have made, and what’s to come. Which team has m…

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Align All of Your Teams Into a Customer-centric Organization - Michael Hinshaw 34:34

7M ago34:34

34:34

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Michael Hinshaw. Michael’s the founder and president of customer experience consultancy McorpCX where they help brands make customer experience easier for their leadership, their people, and their customers. He’s recognized on over a dozen "Top Global CX Influencers" lists. And Michael…

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Free Jacks to Anthem, We Salute Mitch Wilson! 49:24

7M ago49:24

49:24

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Eagle No. 555 Mitch Wilson joins Bill and Fitzy to talk Major League Rugby, USA Rugby, and to officially announce his move to Charlotte Anthem Rugby. We also go deep into his days with the New England Free Jacks, the club he has called home since the organization’s very first MLR match back in 202…

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How to Get Your People to Commit to Lasting Change - Tamsen Webster 52:59

7M ago52:59

52:59

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Tamsen Webster. Part message designer, part English-to-English translator, part magpie, Tamsen helps leaders craft their case for large-scale change. As a sought-after speaker and consultant, she’s spent more than 25 years developing the field and practice of persuasive message design,…

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50… 51… 52 Caps… Is there a ceiling for USA Eagle Hope Rogers? 44:35

7M ago44:35

44:35

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, recently earning her 50th cap, 2 off from the most ever in an women’s Eagle jersey, Hope Rogers joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about this monumental moment, and the emotions of receiving that jersey and cap from the current leader in caps Jamie Burke, with 51. How soon will Hope break that, and how soon w…

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The “Incredible” New USA Men’s Rugby 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor 43:20

7M ago43:20

43:20

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, new USA Rugby Men’s 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor, joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about taking the gig, and following in Mike Friday’s footsteps. Did you know Simon played under Mike Friday? Also, what an amazing time to come in the American program with World Cups and Olympics on the horizon. Simon talks of …

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The Habits and Mindset of an Innovative Team - Jennifer Kenny 38:14

8M ago38:14

38:14

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Jennifer Kenny. Jennifer is a master of innovation practices having held senior roles to drive innovation for companies like Accenture, Booz Allen, Gartner, Wells Fargo Bank, Cisco, and Stanford Research Institute. Today she works with teams and organizations to help them fuel their in…

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WXV1… England, France, Ireland.. USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 34:03

8M ago34:03

34:03

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joins the show to talk about the Eagle’s WXV1 performance against England and their upcoming matches against France and Ireland. How important is it for the growth of the Women’s program to be in the top flight competition? Sione talks about Alez Kelter, t…

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To The Moon and back again… Scott Lawrence, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach 33:51

8M ago33:51

33:51

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Men’s Rugby Head Coach, Scott Lawrence talks about the Eagles’ PNC performance, the games that got away from them and what they need to work on. Also, the growth of the Pathway’s Program, is it working? Is Major League Rugby currently slowing down the national team’s growth? Those and so much more…

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USA Rugby and MLR Update! 1:00:35

8M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill & Fitzy cover the latest in USA Rugby, MLR and WER news, including the recently wrapped up Men’s PNC, the upcoming WXV1 for the USA Women, MLR moves for both players and coaches, where will the Dallas players end up? And, what’s the latest on the new domestic professional women’s competit…

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Eliminate the Rocks From Your Customer Journey - Sean Albertson 37:24

8M ago37:24

37:24

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Sean Albertson. Sean is an internationally recognized thought leader, speaker, and transformational coach with 20+ years of leading customer experience initiatives for companies ranging from startups to the Fortune 200. And Sean is the author of the award-winning book - 4ROCKS: Reduce …

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PNC… WXV… Peterson… Benson… Let’s do this! 57:09

8M ago57:09

57:09

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Men’s Captain, Greg Peterson joins Bill and John from Japan as the Eagles prepare to take on Samoa for PNC Bronze. How’s the food in Japan, and how did her get that big ole shiner below his left eye?! Then USA Women and Sale Sharks prop, Catie Benson comes on to talk about her Eagles’ prep…

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The Vegan Rugger, Seattle Seawolves’ and Former 7s Star, Malacchi Estrada 49:13

8M ago49:13

49:13

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, newly signed Seattle Seawolves’ wing and center, Malacchi Estrada joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about returning to the game of 15s with Seattle, and his days as a 7s player. Is he done with 7s? Is he shooting for a spot in the 2027 Rugby World Cup? Would Malacchi eat meat just for a spot on the…

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Adapt and Innovate Through Permanent Reinvention - Aidan McCullen 36:28

8M ago36:28

36:28

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Aidan McCullen. Aidan is a change consultant and executive coach who helps organizational teams improve how they engage and innovate. He’s the host of The Innovation Show podcast. And Aidan’s the bestselling author of Undisruptable: A Mindset of Permanent Reinvention for Individuals, O…

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2024 MLR Draft Recap with Alex Goff, #1 overall pick, Erich Storti, #6 pick, Aiden King & #14 pick, Matt Carrion 1:08:40

9M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Goff Rugby Report’s Alex Goff recaps the 2024 MLR Collegiate Draft with Bill and Fitzy, who were surprise picks, which team’s had the best drafts, and how did MLR Rising impact this year’s draft? Also, #1 overall pick, Erich Storti, #6 pick, Aiden King & #14 pick, Matt Carrion join in to talk …

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Turn Customers Into Raving Fans With a Customer Experience Engine - Scott Wozniak 55:00

9M ago55:00

55:00

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Scott Wozniak. Scott is the founder and CEO of Swoz Consulting where he helps startups, family enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies create raving fans of customers and employees. And Scott’s the bestselling author of Make Your Brand Legendary: Create Raving Fans With the Customer Exp…

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Bronze Medal Winning Coach, USA Women’s 7s’ Emilie Bydwell 1:01:22

9M ago1:01:22

1:01:22

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, joined Bill and Fitzy to talk USA’s Olympic performance, especially that reviting Bronze medal win over Australia. So muc I bet you didn’t know about that play! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and ana…

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Our Exit Interview with Former USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday 1:06:07

9M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Mike Friday, who recently announced he is stepping down as the USA 7s Men’s Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joins Bill and John to talk about his time building the men’s programs, the difficulties of doing so and the high’s he experienced. Mike also talks about the side’s difficu…

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Rethinking Retention to Create Loyal Employees - Erica Keswin 39:23

9M ago39:23

39:23

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Erica Keswin. Erica is an international keynote speaker, a bestselling author, and a workplace strategist who partners with some of the most well-known companies in the world. She's one of Marshall Goldsmith's Top 100 Coaches. And Erica’s the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of …

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Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ariana Ramsey 31:12

10M ago31:12

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA 7s Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ari Ramsey joins Bill and Fitzy from Paris to talk about Team USA’s epic last second win over Australia to secure USA Women their first ever Olympic medal. Ari breaks down that final play, was it planned? And what was going thru their minds while celebrating tha…

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Back-to-back MLR Champ Head Coach, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie 32:35

10M ago32:35

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The first head coach in MLR history to win back-to-back MLR Championships, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about their finals win over Seattle, the last team to win back-to-back finals. Was he confident from the beginning they could repeat? Also, what is th eplan this offseason? US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought …

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USA U20’s star wing, potential USA Eagles star of the future, Keelan Farrell 30:18

10M ago30:18

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Merey 19 years old, Keelan Farrell is turning heads in the USA Rugby program. Scorer of 7 tries in the World Rugby Trophy competition this summer, Keelan has set his eyes on progressing up the USA Eagles ladder. Will we see him in MLR soon? Time will tell. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics p…

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The power of giving, Traci Young’s life-saving gift to rugby great, Mike Tolkin 50:57

10M ago50:57

50:57

On this special episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Rugby Hall of Famer, Mike Tolkin, and Texas Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, Traci Young, join Bill & John to talk about Traci’s amazing gift to Mike, 60% of her liver to save his life. What went into that decision to donate a living organ for Traci, the rugby community’s support for b…

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