The Red 78 with Alan Quinlan & Fiona Hayes
Episodes
The Red 78 Ep. 52 | Positive progressions, inter-provincial transfers & fortunate future fixtures | Quinlan & Briggs
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh are back for the first pod of the New Year! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subsc...
The Red 78 Ep. 51 | Are Munster on the right track? 'Incredibly good' Leinster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's episode 51 to close out 2022. As ever, Quinny & Niamh have all the breakdown from a festive clash with Leinster on St. Stephen's Day. (00:00-02:...
The Red 78 Ep. 50! | Playing on the edge & how to change the ref's perception | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've made it to EPISODE 50! As ever, Quinny & Niamh have all the breakdown from an exciting weekend of European action! Get in contact on Twitter @r...
The Red 78 Ep.49 | Toulouse too much, Saints on Sunday & Ridley's rebuttal | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
European fixtures are back and so are Niamh Briggs & Alan Quinlan with episode 49 of The Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email t...
The Red 78 Ep.48 | Fast-start fears, the Toulouse tornado & Quinny's 'Star of the Week'!
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Champions Cup is about to get underway and off the back of another solid Munster performance on Friday, Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have everyth...
The Red 78 Ep. 47 | A progressive inter-pro, the selection situation & the future for Frisch?
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a positive weekend for Munster and Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are only delighted to be along with the latest episode of The Red 78! Get ...
The Red 78 Ep.46 | Concussions, Crowley's contribution & Connacht are coming to town | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With no Munster game to review, Quinny and Niamh have a look back at the Autumn internationals and how the southern contingent got on, there's a once-...
The Red 78 Ep.45 | Munster not getting carried away after SA win, tributes to Jerry Holland, more games at Páirc Uí Chaoimh?
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pay tribute to former Ireland international and coach Jerry Holland before reminiscing on Munster’s triumph over South...
The Red 78 Ep.44 | CJ Stander talks life after retirement, memories of Axel Foley and explains what Munster fans mean to him
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined by special guest and former Munster and Ireland star CJ Stander to talk about his life post retirement from r...
The Red 78 Ep.43 | Refereeing inconsistencies, implications if Munster weren’t to make the Champions Cup and who starts for Ireland?
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs talk about Munster’s recent defeat to Ulster, the lay of the land after the first seven games and look forward to Irel...
The Red 78 Ep.42 | Green shoots, the blue wall & a must, must, must win!
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Munster came out the wrong end of one interpro, but what can be learned for Ulster at home this weekend? Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs have all the brea...
The Red 78 Ep.41 | Leinster look ahead | Strength of the bench | Is Casey our no.9?
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a big week for Munster with Leinster waiting in the Aviva on Saturday, Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs have all the preview and reaction from the Bul...
The Red 78 Ep.40 | Time for patience, momentum killers vs Connacht and a need for more leadership? | Quinlan and Briggs
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Following Friday's loss to Connacht Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs break down what went wrong for Munster, question whether now is the time for patienc...
The Red 78 Ep.39 | A win at last, coming Connacht & Quinny's Gold Star of the Week!
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Munster have finally got their first win of the URC season and who better to break it down than Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs! Get in contact on Twitte...
The Red 78 Ep.38 | Munster's misery, Rowntree rants & undercooked physicality? | Quinlan & Briggs
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a dreadful week for the southern province, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are breaking down all the reasons, excuses and silver linings. Get in ...
The Red 78 Ep.37 | A happy losing bonus | Emerging Ireland exodus | Quinlan & Briggs
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Munster's season is officially underway and so Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are in their element on this week's Red 78! Get in contact on Twitter @...
The Red 78 Ep.36 | Munster's realistic targets, coaches changes & Cardiff calling | Quinlan & Briggs
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The new rugby season is almost upon us, so once again Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan are back with The Red 78 to fulfil all your Munster analysis and p...
The Red 78 Ep. 35 | Ulster season finale | Consistency, coaching and skillset review | Farewell to Johann van Graan | Quinlan & Briggs
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs reflected on the season that’s been for Munster, their highlights and low points as well as a look forward to the futu...
The Red 78 Ep. 34 | Ulster URC preview | Recovering from Toulouse and Leinster turmoil | Denis Leamy Coaching Rumours | Quinlan & Briggs
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs look ahead to Munster’s make or break URC clash with Ulster, talk about the emotional impact of the Toulouse and Leins...
The Red 78 Ep. 33 | Munster’s psychological block Vs Leinster | Player attitude post game | Coaching problems | Quinlan & Briggs
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs dissect what went wrong for Munster during their 35-25 loss to Leinster at the weekend, whether the issue was a long ter...
The Red 78 Ep.32 | Will Munster deserve the URC? | The Leinster template | Changing provincial rivalries | Quinlan & Briggs
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown Munster's URC campaign so far and whether they'd deserve to fight it out for the trophy if they lose a 7th lea...
The Red 78 Ep.31 | Heartbreak in the Aviva | Positives from the negatives | Prendergast excitement
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Still holding back tears from Saturday's devastating defeat to Toulouse, Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan brave the pain and do a deep dive into what wen...
The Red 78 Ep.30 | The MRSC | How to stop Dupont and Ntamack | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's podcast Quinny and Niamh were joined by Chairman of the Munster Rugby Supporters Club, Mark Meehan. Possibly an underappreciated part o...
The Red 78 Ep.29 | Carbery's confidence | The plane to NZ | Frisch Freshness
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are on hand with the latest episode of The Red 78 to break down Munster's great win against Ulster, who deserves to make...
The Red 78 Ep.28 | Exeter exiled from Thomond | The Stadium Situation | Ulster in the URC #TheRed78
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs have full reaction to Munster's Champions Cup victory over Exeter, what lies ahead in the shape of Ulster in the URC and...
The Red 78 Ep. 27 | Head Coach Rowntree | "Munster live on the history of the province, and he gets that!"| Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh from the breaking news that Graham Rowntree has finally been announced as Munster's new Head Coach, Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs bring you all th...
The Red 78 Ep.26 | A difficult derby, clean-out crack down & Exeter in Europe | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a difficult derby day for Munster, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs have all the breakdown and analysis on this week's episode of The Red 78! Subs...
The Red 78 Ep. 25 | Ireland's penalty pressures | The Leinster/Munster Derby | Top two thoughts
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh from her first weekend as an Ireland coach, Niamh Briggs is as always alongside Alan Quinlan to bring you all the Munster rugby analysis, breakd...
The Red 78 Ep. 24 | Graham Rowntree | The ongoing appointment process, "Messy December" & coaching through criticism | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Red 78, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined by current Munster forwards coach and potentially soon head coach, Graham Rowntree. ...
The Red 78 Ep. 23 | Carbery's place in Munster, Kendellen keeps shining and the little task of the Lions. | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh are along as ever with episode 23 of The Red 78 podcast, with all your Munster Rugby fix! Does Joey Carbery deserve his starting spot...
The Red 78 Ep.22 | Peak Passing | A Farrell for Farrell | Altitude Attitude
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have all the analysis after Munster's brilliant win last weekend and how they'll fare playing at altitude in South Afric...
The Red 78 Ep.21 | Billy Holland | Munster memories, changing coaches & retiring on a high!
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With no URC game to chat about and a fairly horrendous Six Nations affair, Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan have rolled out the reinforcements on this we...
The Red 78 Ep.20 | Stats vs. reality, The 200 Cap Club & Zebo's need for speed | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the 20th episode of The Red 78, Quinny and Niamh dive into the statistical situation of Munster's win over Edinburgh at the weekend and why they do...
The Red 78 Ep.19 | Munster outmuscled, Buckley's time to shine & 'ferocious' Ireland | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are along for episode 19 of The Red 78 to bring you all the latest on what's going on in the world of Munster Rugby! Su...
The Red 78 Ep. 18 | Niamh's new job, Glasgow goals & hopes for Hodnett! | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't worry, she hasn't ditched us! Newly named Ireland assistant coach Niamh Briggs is as ever, alongside Alan Quinlan for this week's episode of The...
The Red 78 Ep.17 | Promising youth | Deserving O'Donoghue| Six Nations starting predictions | Quinlan & Briggs
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh breakdown the promise of youth seen against Zebre, why Jack O'Donoghue should be on Andy Farrell's radar and just how many Munster pl...
The Red 78 Ep.16 | Justifying criticism, the case for Gavin Coombes & De Allende to follow JVG? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs run through your thoughts on whether criticism of Munster is justified, Quinny introduces our ne...
The Red 78 Ep.15 | Improving efficiency, the fear of Thomond & what makes a rugby legend? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Niamh and Quinny are back with the 15th episode of The Red 78 podcast to dissect the weekend's hit and miss win over Castres, the importance of bringi...
The Red 78 Ep.14 | Uniting against Ulster, Zebo's zinger & the cast for Castres | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of The Red 78, Niamh and Quinny discuss Van Graan's pre-match remarks, the uphill battle for a win against Ulster and how Munst...
The Red 78 Ep.13 | Rowntree remains, pointless penalties & the potential uphill battle of Ulster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh are back after a disappointing loss for Munster away to Connacht in the Sportsgrounds. They also look ahead to the challenge facing t...
The Red 78 Ep.12 | Conor, Contracts and Connacht | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh are back for another interpro-preview, the discuss Conor Murray's recent re-signing with the province and all the other rumours float...
The Red 78 Ep.11 | Munster's mitigation, Kidney questions & the late loss of Leinster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs break down Munster's underwhelming win at home to Castres, why we need to take it with a pinch of salt, the rumours surr...
The Red 78 Ep.10 | Van Graan confirms his departure & a historic victory for the Munster young guns | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Quinny and Niamh react to the breaking news of Johann Van Graan's decision to turn down a new contract at Munster, why this came to be and ultimately...
The Red 78 Ep.9 | "The greatest club game ever" | Munster v Wasps '04 with Rob Henderson
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With Wasps v Munster set to go ahead this weekend Quinny and Niamh were joined by former Munster and Wasps centre Rob Henderson to reminisce on the mo...
The Red 78 Ep.8 | The SA situation, Larkham leaving & has Rassie lost the plot? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the Munster squad still stuck in SA, Niamh and Quinny discuss the integrated training taking place back at base, the disappointment of Stephen La...
The Red 78 Ep.7 | Ireland vs Argentina reaction, Levanini tackle on Cian Healy and Praise for Peter O’Mahony | Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following another win for Ireland this month, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs review the victory over Argentina and heap praise on Peter O’Mahony for ...
The Red 78 Ep.6 | All Blacks reaction, Carberry Delight and Refereeing in Rugby | Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After Ireland’s near-perfect performance against New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs analyse the victory and...
The Red 78 Ep.5 | 'Alone You Stand' - Remembering Axel with Barry Murphy & Orla Foley
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the launch of 'Alone You Stand' in memory of Anthony 'Axel' Foley at the Aviva Stadium this weekend, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs are joined...
The Red 78 Ep.4 - The AIL special | Academy integration | Growth of the women's game | Lingering resentfulness?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While the provinces take a break, in this week's Red 78 Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs turn their attention to the backbone of the professional rugby s...
The Red 78 - Ep.3 | Munster mentality, does anyone start for Ireland and should Van Graan stay on? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Munster legends Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan are back for another episode of The Red 78 podcast! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes eve...
The Red 78 - Ep.2 | Reviewing the ref, the Simon Zebo conundrum and lots of love for Earlsy | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Munster legends Niamh Briggs and Alan Quinlan are back for episode two of The Red 78 podcast! This week Quinny and Niamh discussed why Tadhg Beirne w...
The Red 78 - Ep.1 | The DNA of Munster, Zebo's zip & sorrow for Snyman | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the first episode of The Rugby Channel's brand new Red 78 podcast, Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs dive deep into the season so far, ...