The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast
Your home to all Eagles Overseas Rugby shows, including The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast and US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of Eagles Overseas Rugby and John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning, is a captivating blend of insightful rugby discussions, entertaining banter, and a celebration of the sport’s spirit. With their wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Baker and Fitzpatrick create an engaging space for rugby enthusiasts to connect and revel in the game’s glory. Whether delving into the latest matches or sharing anecdotes with special guests, this live show is a must-attend for anyone passionate about rugby, offering a delightful intersection of camaraderie and sports analysis. Guests have included head coaches Gary Gold, Rob Cain and Mike Friday. USA Eagles Joe Taufete’e, Greg Peterson, Kate Zackary, Hope Rogers, Christian Dyer, and Hall of Famers, Dan Lyle and Todd Clever. Major League Rugby stars Mitch Wilson, Nick Civetta, Connor Mooneyham and MLR Commissioner, George Killebrew. Those covering the news too, including Brian Ray of Americas Rugby News and Wendy Young of YSC Rugby. Join us live Wednesdays, live-streamed on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Twitter (show times vary), or catch the replays right here! Follow @eaglesoverseas on Twitter and Instagram for weekly guest announcements and direct link to the live shows. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world. http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com
Episodes
Episodes
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
USA Rugby & MLR Season Updates - Ryan Ye
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John update listeners on the latest USA Rugby news, including the women playing South Africa this weekend, USA Men vs Scotland tickets on salem and, Ryan Ye joins in to share his thoughts on the first 4 weeks of the MLR season; which teams are hot, and which are not. And, who to look out for on each team.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
USA Eagle & Queensland Reds Forward, Charli Jacoby
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John are joined by USA Eagle and the latest addition to the Queensland Reds Super Rugby squad, Charli Jacoby. In a hilarious episode, Charli talks about making that move to Australia for club rugby, her Reds teammates and style of play than she is used to playing, and what about her future USA plans? How long should we expect to see her in a USA uniform? Oh, and maybe Charli sings us a few lines from Dolly Parton’s Jolene!
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Houston SaberCats’ Davy Coetzer
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Flyhalf, Davy Coetzer, to catch up on Houston’s season, one of only two teams remaining in MLR undefeated, albeit early in the season. Also, we talk about his Houston teammates, and what are Davy’s international plans? Does he have USA Eagles’ plans once qualified?
Bill also teases an upcoming interview with the directors of the film, Uproar, which was just released in limited theaters in North America this week. Paul Middleditch and Hamish Bennett talk about working with stars, Minnie Driver, Rhys Darby and Julian Dennison on this film based on actual events in 1981 when South Africa Springboks toured New Zealand during Apartheid and how a 17 year-old student, played by Julien, is forced to get off the fence he has actively sat on all his life to stand up for himself, his Maori family and his future in this heartwarming story of identity.
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Houston SaberCats
Saturday Mar 23, 2024
Saturday Mar 23, 2024
In this bonus interview, Bill Baker sits down with the directors of the film, Uproar, starring Minnie Driver, Rhys Darby and Julian Dennison. Hamish Bennett and Paul Middleditch talk about the story behind the film and working with the incredible cast.
Uproar is set in New Zealand in 1981, when the arrival of the South African Springboks sets off nationwide protests against apartheid and racism. Josh Waaka, played by Julien Dennison, a 17-year-old of mixed race who has been a passive bystander all his life, is suddenly forced to stand up for himself, his whānau, or family, and his future.
Dennison's acting is superb, filled with humor and emotions.
You can also watch the interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Houston SaberCats’ Seth Smith
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Seth Smith, the week after making his MLR debut, making him the youngest to ever suit up in the MLR. Seth, with a level head on his shoulders, is cherishing the moment, understanding how important his debut is to the Houstoun youth rugby scene, and we also talk about his future aspirations; USA senior cap, World Cup?
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Seth Smith
Houston SaberCats
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John recap Anthem Rugby Carolina’s inaugural match against the Free Jacks, including interviews with USA Head Coach, Scott Lawrence, Anthem Head Coach & USA Assistant Coach, Alama Ieremia, Anthem Wing, David Still and New England’s Tom Kindley about Anthem, what it means to the growth of USA Rugby, and also that night’s matchup against the MLR reigning champs, Free Jacks.
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
2024 MLR Season Preview & USA Rugby Updates
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John bring on MLR Stats Guru, James Deeley, to preview the 2024 Major League Rugby season, kicking off this weekend. Who’s the favorite to win it all? How will the new teams, RFCLA, Miami and Anthem do? RFCLA, piggybacking off HSBC 7s and USA Rugby, will that bring us a record crowd for their first match? Also, Phill Harris of The Jacks Rangers Show, a New England Free Jacks podcast, drops in to give us his reasons why the Free Jacks will be the first repeat champions in MLR history. So many questions about this season!
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
The Jacks Rangers Show
James Deeley
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, missed out on Vancouver sushi to join Bill & John to talk about the Vancouver & LA HSBC Stops, preparing for the final leg leading up to the Paris Olympics. Is Emilie getting goosebumps thinking about floating down the Seine in the opening ceremonies?
You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
http://www.eaglesoverseas.com
eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
John@rugbymorning.com
http://www.rugbymorning.com
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning