The Roar Rugby Podcast
Rugby is in our DNA. We are The Roar, Australia's biggest sporting debate!
Join our hosts Christy Doran and former Wallaby Matt Toomua as we chat with a cast of special guests, debating and dissecting the talking points in Super Rugby, the Wallabies and the international game.
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- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 239
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Instant Reaction: Kings of the curse as All Blacks clean sweep series to extend Wallaby hoodoo on Kiwi soil
The Wallabies' drought in New Zealand continues, as the All Blacks ran out 33-13 winners in Wellington to clean sweep the Bledisloe series and break the 'Capital Curse'.
The Roar's Christy Doran and T…
Ep.122 - Rising from the ashes with Rugby Australia Chairman Daniel Herbert
The Bledisloe Cup is staying in New Zealand for another year - but is Australia - finally - about to turn a corner?
Christy Doran and Matt To'omua discuss the thrilling clash in Sydney and look ahead …
Instant Reaction: rollercoaster of emotions as All Blacks survive Wallabies fightback to retain Bledisloe
How the heck do you process THAT result?
The All Blacks have retained the Bledisloe Cup, but they survived a fast-finishing Wallabies in a thriller in Homebush. The Roar's Christy Doran and Tony Harpe…
Ep.121 - Bledisloe rivalries and tough pills to swallow with Sir Steve Hansen
It's Bledisloe Cup week! The biggest week of the year in the Aussie rugby calendar sees Christy Doran and Matt To'omua sit down with one of the greats of the game, former All Black coach and World Cu…
Ep.120 - Moving the goalposts with Wallaroos Head Coach Jo Yapp
The Wallaroos are set to kick off their largest tour in their history outside of a World Cup this weekend, taking on Ireland in Belfast.
Christy Doran sat down for a special interview with Wallaroos H…
Ep.119 - The future of World Rugby with Dr. Brett Robinson
Wallabies fans take a breath for a week - and it is much needed, following a record-breaking loss in Argentina.
Christy Doran and Matt To'omua come together to discuss what on earth happened in Santa …
Instant Reaction: Wallabies cop RECORD hiding by Los Pumas in Santa Fe
Where on earth do the Wallabies go from here?!
Joe Schmidt's men have copped a 67-27 loss to Los Pumas in Santa Fe, the most number of points EVER CONCEDED by a Wallabies side. The Roar's Christy Dor…
Ep.118 - Pumas, fresh starts and the future of Aussie rugby - with Michael Cheika
The Wallabies stole victory in a thrilling encounter in La Plata - but can they repeat the effort when they face a resurgent Argentina in Santa Fe?
Christy Doran and Matt To'omua are joined this week …
Instant Reaction: All heart-a in La Plata as Wallabies end losing streak against Los Pumas
It was a fairytale finish in greasy conditions in La Plata as the Wallabies got back to winning ways against Argentina - breaking an eight-match losing streak in the Rugby Championship.
Christy Doran …
Ep.117 - Wild Argie tours and rebuilding the Waratahs - with Simon Raiwalui
There are few parts of the world more passionate about their rugby than Argentina.
The Wallabies head into hostile territory for the first time in 2024, as they prepare to try and break an eight-match…
Ep.116 - Is it dire straits for the Wallabies, and what's next in Sevens with Scott Bowen
Are the Wallabies in dire straits?
Certainly, their loss to the Boks highlights how far they have to climb. Christy Doran and Matt Toomua discuss where next for Joe Schmidt's men as they prepare to he…
Instant Reaction: Wounded Wallabies taken down by Bok Bomb Squad in Perth
The Wallabies leave Perth with a second loss to the Springboks - and a myriad of injury concerns as they cast their eyes to Argentina.
Christy Doran and Tony Harper discuss the dogged clash Optus Stad…
Ep.115 - Where to now for Wallabies and ABs, and what's next for DC - with Darren Coleman
Instant Reaction: The honeymoon is over - Joe Schmidt's Wallabies bullied in Brisbane by Boks
Ep.114 - Wallabies go Bok hunting in first big test for Schmidt
Ep.113 - GOAT Debates with Brandon Paenga-Amosa
All eyes are on Paris this week as the Rugby Sevens takes centre stage - and France's victory has lead to the GOAT discussion around Antoine Dupont.
Christy Doran is joined by special guest host Ryan …
Ep.112 - Aussie Rugby in Review with Andrew Slack and Anthony Eddy
The Wallabies end their July campaign with a win over Georgia and now turn their eyes to the Springboks, who arrive in three weeks.
Christy Doran and Matt Toomua discuss the win against the Lelos, an…
Instant Reaction: Wallabies record nine-year first with Georgia win, questions loom for Schmidt
The Wallabies winning streak under Joe Schmidt continues, as they wrap up their July mid-year campaign with a 40-29 win over a determined Georgia - winning their opening three matches for the first t…
Ep.111 - Awkward Kicking Duels with James O'Connor
Australia has retained the James Bevan Trophy, overcoming Wales in Melbourne. Now, a clash with Georgia awaits in Sydney.
Christy Doran and Matt Toomua return to discuss Joe Schmidt's second victory, …
Instant Reaction: Silverware at last for Wallabies as Schmidt rebuild continues
Enter, Filipo Daugunu!
The Wallabies have won back the James Bevan Trophy with a 36-28 win over Wales in Melbourne. Christy Doran and Tony Harper come together to discuss the pros and cons of the resu…