The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast

Gavin Andrews and co-host Lindsay Peat join Anna McGann and Eve Higgins in Ireland camp to reflect on their performance against England and looking ahead to playing Italy in Galway as their continue their Six Nations campaign.

Expect honesty, laughs, and a few insights you won’t hear on the pitch — as we go inside the minds of two of Ireland’s most exciting backs.

Gavin and Lindsay breakdown England’s 34th consecutive win as they chase an eighth straight Six Nations title and fifth consecutive Grand Slam. They discuss Erin King Ireland’s new captain, the set piece and so much more.

Gareth Steenson and co-host for the women's six nations, Lindsay Peat, join Gavin Andrews to look back on Gareth’s career from missing out on Ulster due to a certain Mr David Humphreys, to his successful career in England with Exeter Chiefs and his move back home. Gareth discusses his role within Ireland Women’s camp and their preparations for the upcoming Six Nations campaign.

Rugby is built on huge hits and powerful collisions — but at what cost? In this special episode, we dive into the toll of head injuries, the latest science behind concussions, and the innovations reshaping player safety. From tackle height to culture‑changing protocols, Gavin sits down with David Irwin, Luke Marshall and Kenny Hooks to discuss how the sport is fighting to protect its players and safeguard its future.

Stuart McCloskey 'Le Frigo Irlandais' joins Conor and Gav to look back on Ireland’s Six Nations Championship campaign from the player's perspective. One of Ireland’s standout performers of the tournament, Stuart talks us through the championship game by game — from the reaction inside camp after big results to some of his best moments in green. He also discusses the atmosphere within the squad, the standards set by Andy Farrell, and why this may have been his most enjoyable Six Nations yet. Plus, Stu looks ahead to the rest of the season with Ulster Rugby and the challenge of building momentum with a talented squad.