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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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Latest Episodes

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

Germany head coach Michael Poppmeier joins the podcast for an in-depth conversation about stepping into the top job during a pivotal moment for German rugby.

Fresh from his appointment following Mark Kuhlmann’s departure, Poppmeier discusses rebuil... more

Singapore has long been a key stop on the global Sevens circuit, but can it become a genuine rugby powerhouse in its own right?

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Tietjens, Head of Sevens in Singapore, to explore how the nation is building its ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Fabian Holland
Professional rugby player
New Zealand national rugby union team (All Blacks)
Episode: Why Fabian Holland chose the All Blacks instead of The Netherlands
Finlay Harrison
Director of Rugby for the Hungarian Rugby Union
Hungarian Rugby Union
Episode: The world's youngest international head coach | Hungary's Finlay Harrison

Host

Charlie
Co-host and interviewer

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#121
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#243
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#63
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#225
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#20
Chile/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#48
Sweden/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#78
South Africa/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#92
Ireland/Sports/Rugby

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Canada to Top 14 Glory | Jamie Cudmore
Q: How did the transition from playing to coaching unfold for you, and what characteristics does a good coach need?
He notes coaching was something he had done throughout his career and stresses humility, clear communication, simple content, consistent support, and creating a strong team culture as essential for a successful coaching transition.
From Canada to Top 14 Glory | Jamie Cudmore
Q: Captaining your country must have been a defining moment; how did that come about and what did it feel like?
He explains it was a humbling, peer-driven selection rather than a personal goal, acknowledging the pride of representing his clubs and country, and the deep significance of the experience with his family watching.
From Canada to Top 14 Glory | Jamie Cudmore
Q: What was it like for you playing for the Canadian national team and how did it compare to later years or now?
He describes the opportunity as huge and fast-moving early on, with peers in France and England showing pathways; over time he saw the level of play rise and the importance of seizing opportunities abroad. He emphasizes the rapid evolution from amateur dreams to professional realities and the learning curve of competing at the highest levels.
New Germany head coach speaks after appointment | Mike Poppmeier
Q: How do you view the balance between domestic development and players who move abroad?
He supports players pursuing better opportunities and sees value in global exposure, while keeping doors open for eventual reintegration into German rugby if circumstances align.
New Germany head coach speaks after appointment | Mike Poppmeier
Q: What is your first priority once you take charge of your first match as head coach?
His first priority is to establish a strong culture and environment, ensuring players—who are amateurs—enjoy coming to training, with a clear focus on fundamentals, development, and 1% improvements to raise overall performance.

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The show focuses on international rugby stories from Tier 2 and 3 nations, exploring development trajectories, coaching journeys, and player experiences from regions often overlooked in mainstream coverage. Episodes feature guests who are building pathways for the sport in their countries, from grassroots organizers and regional coaches to professional players and national team figures, with emphasis on culture shifts, funding challenges, and innovative approaches to growing rugby globally. Noteworthy elements include cross-border collaborations, Sevens and XVs strategies as vehicles for growth, and the creative ways smaller unions compete on the world stage. For potential listeners, the podcast offers practical insights into rugby developm... more

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