The Red 78 with Alan Quinlan & Fiona Hayes

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Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes join forces with Ruairi O'Hagan to bring you all the latest analysis, interviews, news and top stories from all across the province, every week here on The Red 78!

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160 episodes
Updated June 4

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Feb 22, 2022 · 40 min
The Red 78 Ep.20 | Stats vs. reality, The 200 Cap Club & Zebo's need for speed | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 don't always reflect the full picture. They mark David Kilcoyne's entry into the 200 cap club and discuss why Simon Zebo should be back on Andy Farrell's radar. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Feb 16, 2022 · 35 min
The Red 78 Ep.19 | Munster outmuscled, Buckley's time to shine & 'ferocious' Ireland | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Feb 8, 2022 · 42 min
The Red 78 Ep. 18 | Niamh's new job, Glasgow goals & hopes for Hodnett! | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 Red 78! We get your thoughts on how the Munster men are doing with Ireland, breakdown John Hodnett's significance in the back row and preview this weekend's URC trip away to Glasgow on Friday. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Feb 2, 2022 · 34 min
The Red 78 Ep.17 | Promising youth | Deserving O'Donoghue| Six Nations starting predictions | Quinlan & Briggs
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 players should make it into Ireland's starting 15 on Saturday? Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Jan 25, 2022 · 33 min
The Red 78 Ep.16 | Justifying criticism, the case for Gavin Coombes & De Allende to follow JVG? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
On this week's episode, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs run through your thoughts on whether criticism of Munster is justified, Quinny introduces our new segment "Andy Farrell, are you watching??" and do Munster fans have the right to feel more aggrieved by Damien De Allende's potential move to Bath with JVG, as opposed to a return to Japan? Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Jan 18, 2022 · 40 min
The Red 78 Ep.15 | Improving efficiency, the fear of Thomond & what makes a rugby legend? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 bringing the fear of Thomond Park back to Europe and what exactly constitutes a 'legend' of Munster rugby? Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Jan 12, 2022 · 37 min
The Red 78 Ep.14 | Uniting against Ulster, Zebo's zinger & the cast for Castres | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 Munster can tackle Castres more effectively this time around. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week!
Jan 4, 2022 · 39 min
The Red 78 Ep.13 | Rowntree remains, pointless penalties & the potential uphill battle of Ulster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 them in Ulster on Saturday and react to the breaking news that Graham Rowntree is set to remain with the province until 2024! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel now to get new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Dec 29, 2021 · 30 min
The Red 78 Ep.12 | Conor, Contracts and Connacht | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 floating about in the Christmas contract chaos! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Dec 22, 2021 · 37 min
The Red 78 Ep.11 | Munster's mitigation, Kidney questions & the late loss of Leinster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 surrounding Declan Kidney's potential return to Munster as the Director of Rugby and of course the disappointing cancellation of the St. Stephen's Day Leinster derby. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Dec 14, 2021 · 44 min
The Red 78 Ep.10 | Van Graan confirms his departure & a historic victory for the Munster young guns | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 what or who comes next? There's also full analysis of Munster's historic win against Wasps in Coventry and a look ahead to the potential banana skin lurking in Castres this weekend. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Dec 8, 2021 · 40 min
The Red 78 Ep.9 | "The greatest club game ever" | Munster v Wasps '04 with Rob Henderson
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 most infamous meeting of the sides, where Munster were edged out of Europe on the turf of Landsdowne Road back in 2004. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Dec 1, 2021 · 40 min
The Red 78 Ep.8 | The SA situation, Larkham leaving & has Rassie lost the plot? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
With the Munster squad still stuck in SA, Niamh and Quinny discuss the integrated training taking place back at base, the disappointment of Stephen Larkham's impending departure and the outcome of the Rassie Erasmus saga. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Nov 24, 2021 · 40 min
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
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 his performance and leadership. The pair also detail the dangers of Thomas Levanini’s tackle on Cian Healy in this week’s episode of The Red 78 podcast
Nov 17, 2021 · 37 min
The Red 78 Ep.6 | All Blacks reaction, Carberry Delight and Refereeing in Rugby | Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs
After Ireland’s near-perfect performance against New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs analyse the victory and ponder the question – “Is this our peak?” The pair look ahead to the upcoming fixture against Argentina and question whether any changes will be made, while also discussing the treatment of referees at grassroots level in this week’s episode of the Red 78 podcast. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Nov 10, 2021 · 47 min
The Red 78 Ep.5 | 'Alone You Stand' - Remembering Axel with Barry Murphy & Orla Foley
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 by his sister Orla and former teammate, and now singer with Hermitage Green, Barry Murphy to remember the great Munster man on this week's Red 78 podcast. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Nov 3, 2021 · 44 min
The Red 78 Ep.4 - The AIL special | Academy integration | Growth of the women's game | Lingering resentfulness?
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 system, the All-Ireland League. Joining them to discuss the role the AIL plays, the effect the transition into the professional era had on clubs and how the women's game can now learn from that, is Young Munster head coach Gearoid Prendergast. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Oct 27, 2021 · 38 min
The Red 78 - Ep.3 | Munster mentality, does anyone start for Ireland and should Van Graan stay on? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 every week! #TheRed78
Oct 19, 2021 · 42 min
The Red 78 - Ep.2 | Reviewing the ref, the Simon Zebo conundrum and lots of love for Earlsy | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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 was technically onside against Connacht, the Munster names in the mix for Ireland selection and Keith Earls' recent interview on The Late Late. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Oct 13, 2021 · 42 min
The Red 78 - Ep.1 | The DNA of Munster, Zebo's zip & sorrow for Snyman | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs
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, the welcome return of one Simon Zebo, why we should embrace the strength of the Munster forward play and of course the devastating news that RG Snyman will once again face a long stint on the Thomond sideline. Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

The Red 78 with Alan Quinlan & Fiona Hayes

The Red 78 Ep.20 | Stats vs. reality, The 200 Cap Club & Zebo's need for speed | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.19 | Munster outmuscled, Buckley's time to shine & 'ferocious' Ireland | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep. 18 | Niamh's new job, Glasgow goals & hopes for Hodnett! | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.17 | Promising youth | Deserving O'Donoghue| Six Nations starting predictions | Quinlan & Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.16 | Justifying criticism, the case for Gavin Coombes & De Allende to follow JVG? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.15 | Improving efficiency, the fear of Thomond & what makes a rugby legend? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.14 | Uniting against Ulster, Zebo's zinger & the cast for Castres | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.13 | Rowntree remains, pointless penalties & the potential uphill battle of Ulster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.12 | Conor, Contracts and Connacht | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.11 | Munster's mitigation, Kidney questions & the late loss of Leinster | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.10 | Van Graan confirms his departure & a historic victory for the Munster young guns | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.9 | "The greatest club game ever" | Munster v Wasps '04 with Rob Henderson

The Red 78 Ep.8 | The SA situation, Larkham leaving & has Rassie lost the plot? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

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

The Red 78 Ep.6 | All Blacks reaction, Carberry Delight and Refereeing in Rugby | Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 Ep.5 | 'Alone You Stand' - Remembering Axel with Barry Murphy & Orla Foley

The Red 78 Ep.4 - The AIL special | Academy integration | Growth of the women's game | Lingering resentfulness?

The Red 78 - Ep.3 | Munster mentality, does anyone start for Ireland and should Van Graan stay on? | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 - Ep.2 | Reviewing the ref, the Simon Zebo conundrum and lots of love for Earlsy | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs

The Red 78 - Ep.1 | The DNA of Munster, Zebo's zip & sorrow for Snyman | Alan Quinlan & Niamh Briggs