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Rugby Reloaded

Tony Collins
Rugby League
Rugby
Soccer
British Rugby League
Super League
Rugby Union
Concussion Crisis
Football
Northern England
Ireland
Germany
United States
Argentina
Transnational History
Youth Sports Development
Protestant Unionism
Catholic Nationalism
The Troubles
Irish Rugby Football Union
Australia

The social history podcast which explores the history of rugby league, rugby union, and the other football codes around the world.

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This week's episode looks at how soccer emerged in Scotland in the mid-1800s. By the early 1880s not only was Glasgow the world capital of football, but Scottish players playing for English clubs had revolutionised sport south of the Border. But is i... more

This week we talk to Dr Liam O’Callaghan about the newly published paperback edition of his superb history of rugby in Ireland ‘Blood and Thunder’. It’s a classic work which looks at the history of the sport in the context of Irish history over the p... more

The new Rugby Reloaded looks at the current state of rugby league in Britain, asks 'What's going on?' and tries to provide some answers by looking at how the history of the sport can give us some insights into what the game could and should be doing.... more

This week we sit down with Kevin Fitzpatrick, a member of the Oldham Rugby League Heritage Trust, to talk about his documentary on Oldham's Hall of Fame. It's a fascinating look at the history of the club and the town since the club was a founding me... more

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Liam O'Callaghan
Author of 'Blood and Thunder, Rugby and Irish Life, A History'
Penguin
Episode: 208. 'Blood and Thunder' the history of rugby in Ireland with Liam O'Callaghan
Thomas Adam
Professor of Political Science at the University of Arkansas and author of The Global Spread of Football
University of Arkansas
Episode: 205. The Global Spread of Football with Thomas Adam
Mike Cronin
Professor and Academic Director of the Centre for Irish Programs at Boston College Dublin
Boston College Dublin
Episode: 203. The Boston Game and the Origins of Football in America
Kevin Marston
Research Fellow at the International Centre for Sports Studies at Neuchâtel in Switzerland
International Centre for Sports Studies
Episode: 203. The Boston Game and the Origins of Football in America
David Goldblatt
Leading author on football and social commentary
Mudlark Books
Episode: 201. David Goldblatt on soccer in Injury Time

Host

Tony Collins
Host of the Rugby Reloaded Podcast, he is known for his expertise in sports history and social commentary on rugby league, rugby union, and broader football codes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Brilliant podcast

    Must listen if you like the history of any sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gluten Free 1994
    Australiaa year ago
  • Christian

    Just love Tony Colin’s books, websites and podcasts on not only Rugby League he looks at the other codes with great knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ModSuedePunk
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Very informative

    Great myth busting, an excellent set of guests and a serious, accessible look at the history of rugby

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amardeep131313
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Brian Hogan

    Worth waking up for on a Monday morning, great information, entertainment and variety.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IanHor
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Great show

    Great show by a an academic on the history of all football codes/sports. I would recommend anyone who is interested in sport and/or history to buy his books as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Western Sydney
    Australia5 years ago

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Many highlight the engaging style and interesting insights from various guests.
Listeners appreciate the depth of historical analysis and accessibility of topics.
Feedback indicates that it appeals not only to rugby fans but also to those interested in sports history and its social implications.
Listeners enjoy the bite-sized format, making it easy to digest complex historical narratives.

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208. 'Blood and Thunder' the history of rugby in Ireland with Liam O'Callaghan
Q: Do you ascribe that to change in Irish society, or is it just the look of having a golden generation?
Irish rugby's rise is linked to both societal change and the emergence of a successful generation of players.
208. 'Blood and Thunder' the history of rugby in Ireland with Liam O'Callaghan
Q: How did Irish rugby react to a state of affairs that was almost equivalent to civil war at some points?
They reacted by committing to keeping the show on the road and preserving the brotherhood of rugby.
206. Oldham Rugby League Hall of Fame
Q: Did making the documentary make you think about why the club did go in such great peaks and troughs of success and failure over the years?
The key decisions made by administrators and off-field factors significantly influenced the club's successes and struggles through history.
206. Oldham Rugby League Hall of Fame
Q: How do you go about thinking about how to do the players, basically, I guess from before the Second World War, where living memory of those players no longer exists?
For older players, I've tried to find relations and teammates to build their stories, often relying on local historians to illustrate their impact.
206. Oldham Rugby League Hall of Fame
Q: Can you just explain a bit about what the Oldham Rugby League Heritage Trust is and your involvement in it?
The Oldham Rugby League Heritage Trust was created in 1995 to celebrate and protect the history and heritage of Oldham Rugby League, holding one of the best collections of historic memorabilia.

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Exploring the intricacies of rugby's history, this podcast immerses listeners in the social context and cultural significance surrounding rugby league, rugby union, and other football codes. Each episode presents a mix of historical insights, discussions on contemporary issues such as concussions in sports, and personal narratives that highlight the evolution of these games through time. Featuring academic perspectives and interviews, it sheds light on the challenges faced by key figures and the impact of broader societal factors on the sports community. Unique in its focus on the historical dimensions of rugby, the content appeals to sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike, providing an engaging and educational experience.

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Recent guests on Rugby Reloaded include:

1. Liam O'Callaghan
2. Thomas Adam
3. Mike Cronin
4. Kevin Marston
5. David Goldblatt

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