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What’s All The Ruckus?

Charlie Elliott and Josh Saunders
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A podcast showcasing international rugby stories from outside the top nations (Also known as Tier 2/3) in depth that you won’t hear anywhere else 🌍 Episodes out weekly with guests ⭐️

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In this episode, we sit down with UAE international Jack Stapley for an honest look at his rugby journey so far. He reflects on his club career in England, discusses an exciting upcoming move, and opens up about representing the UAE during an incredi... more

This week, we’re joined by Sam Thompson, a rugby player representing the British Virgin Islands. Sam shares his unique journey to the islands, how he came to wear the BVI jersey, and what it’s like playing rugby in a place many people have never even... more

This week, we're joined by Andrew Brace, one of rugby's leading referees and a man whose journey through the game is anything but conventional.

Born in Cardiff, raised between Wales and Ireland, and a former international player for Belgium, Andrew ... more

Scotsman Johnny Harris has spent more than a decade building a life, and now a rugby movement, in Vietnam.

As founder of Dai Viet Rugby, Harris is laying the foundations for what he hopes will one day become a fully established rugby ecosystem in Vi... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Stapley
Professional rugby player and UAE rugby figure
UAE rugby / Shaheen
Episode: How rugby in the UAE continues to grow despite challenges | Jack Stapley
Sam Thompson
Rugby player from the British Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands Rugby Union / local clubs
Episode: The British Virgin Islands Play Rugby? | Sam Thompson
Andrew Brace
Rugby referee and former Belgium-qualified player
Former Belgium player, Rugby referee
Episode: The former Belgium player turned international rugby ref | Andrew Brace
Johnny Harris
Founder of Dai Viet Rugby
Dai Viet Rugby
Episode: Building rugby in Vietnam from the ground up | Johnny Harris
Mike Poppmeier
Head coach, Germany rugby
Germany Rugby
Episode: New Germany head coach speaks after appointment | Mike Poppmeier
Paul Tietjens
Head Coach, Singapore Sevens
Singapore Rugby Association / Singapore Sevens
Episode: Can Singapore become Asia’s rugby hub? | Paul Tietjens
Dan Wallis Downham
Andorra rugby player and sevens player
Andorra Rugby Federation / AS Monaco Sevens
Episode: Rugby in the Pyrenees | Andorra's Daniel Wallis Downham
Peter Kavčič
Slovenia head coach
Slovenian Rugby Union
Episode: The recent growth of Slovenian rugby | Peter Kavčič
Jamie Cudmore
Canadian rugby player with a long international and club career in Wales, France, and Canada
Former Canada National Team Captain; coach
Episode: From Canada to Top 14 Glory | Jamie Cudmore

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Charlie
Host of the show; frequently leads conversations with guests across rugby development and governance.
Josh
Co-host focusing on interviews with guests and contributing to show structure.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#121
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#164
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#78
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#21
Austria/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#25
Saudi Arabia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#35
South Africa/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#40
Sweden/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#64
Switzerland/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#99
Ireland/Sports/Rugby

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How rugby in the UAE continues to grow despite challenges | Jack Stapley
Q: What is the role of residency players and local development in the UAE squad?
The majority are UAE-based, with a strategic push to include overseas players who are playing at a decent level, while ensuring local Emirati players continue to grow through schools and grassroots programs.
How rugby in the UAE continues to grow despite challenges | Jack Stapley
Q: How does the UAE compare with Hong Kong, and what can UAE learners take from their model?
Hong Kong's professional-like development and structured league provide a blueprint; UAE aims to replicate a similar progression to strengthen its own national team and qualifications pathway.
How rugby in the UAE continues to grow despite challenges | Jack Stapley
Q: What's the significance of UAE finishing second in the ARC and the World Cup qualification pathway?
Finishing second shows UAE can compete at a higher level and signals regional potential; it also creates momentum and highlights the need for ongoing development to reach a World Cup spot.
How rugby in the UAE continues to grow despite challenges | Jack Stapley
Q: How has rugby evolved in the UAE from your childhood to today?
The sport shifted from a handful of clubs to a broader regional ecosystem with more teams, stronger youth pathways, and a clearer structure, including local schools and a growing West Asia Premiership.
The British Virgin Islands Play Rugby? | Sam Thompson
Q: What's coming up next for BVI Rugby?
The organization is bringing in a new full-time rugby development officer, aims for more fixtures including potential games against Turks and Caicos or Puerto Rico, and is planning tournaments for the Under 19s while preparing for a Round 7 tournament in Trinidad in November.

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This show leans into rugby stories from nations outside the traditional powerhouses, with a consistent focus on development pathways, governance, and the realities of growing the game in Tier 2/3 markets. Episodes frequently explore grassroots building blocks (youth pipelines, schools programs, club-to-national interfaces), coaching journeys across continents, cross-border club ecosystems, and the challenges and opportunities of competing on the world stage with limited resources. Guests range from players and referees to coaches and administrators, giving listeners practical insights into how emerging rugby communities are nurturing talent, securing funding, and pursuing World Cup and Olympic ambitions. A notable strength is its on-the-gro... more

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