The Dragons Lair

A special souvenir pod as Dragons win a game of rugby! We bask in a stunning comeback win against Lyon, address Jon Fox and Sean Holley’s comments on Scrum V and look ahead to Connacht coming to town.

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Jamie and Gareth look back on a woeful performance out in Perpignan and pull no punches on the state of the Dragons. We read your comments and look ahead to Lyon at home. Can the Dragons make up for an embarrassing performance by finally getting a win this weekend?!

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Jamie and Gareth look back on a very encouraging and spirited performance against URC champions Leinster. Were the Dragons robbed of a bonus point by the officials? We also assess the wreckage of Wales v South Africa and look ahead to Europe as winless Dragons travel to winless Perpignan to open their Challenge Cup campaign.

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By popular demand the boys are back and they are joined by sports writer Elgan Alderman from The Times as we discuss all things Welsh rugby and ask what’s gone wrong? We give our reaction to the WRU shenanigans and another Dragons statement. Then it’s the usual Gwent rugby round-up and Leinster preview.

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Jamie, Gareth and Gavin look back on a thrilling draw against the Ospreys and ask when will Dragons finally get over the line?! Plus Gwent Round-Up, Wales squad reaction and our thoughts on the WRU’s decision to cut to 3 pro teams and what it means for Gwent rugby.

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We look back on another underwhelming Dragons performance as they extend their losing run to Cardiff. We get the reaction from the listeners and discuss Lyn Jones’ attack on his former employers.

Plus Gwent rugby round-up and we preview another Welsh derby as we welcome the visit of Ospreys to Newport.

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Jamie, Gavin and a hungover Gareth look back on a (quite literally) pointless trip to Glasgow. We explain why making mass changes was the right call and why the performance wasn’t as bad as the score suggests. Plus our Gwent rugby round-up and Cardiff preview. Can the Men Of Gwent finally beat Cardiff?!

It’s the hope that kills you.

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Jamie, Gareth and Gavin look back at the Sharks draw and take the positives as always but also ask the pertinent questions. Why didn’t Dragons take on the drop goal and was it the right decision to fling it out wide? Plus Gwent rugby round up and we ask if Dragons can get anything out of a tough trip to Glasgow.

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The trio return to look back on Dragons tough away to Ulster and ask what positives we can take from it? We also have Gavin’s Gwent Rugby-Up and then a preview of a massive month for the Dragons as they prepare for a shark attack in Newport!

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Jamie and Gareth chat to Dragons new recruit from South Africa, tighthead prop Robert Hunt. Topics include Hunt’s upbringing in Hermanus, why he signed for the Dragons and the current mood in the Dragons camp heading into a big season. A lekker chat.

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The boys are joined by Ryan Price from the Official Dragons Supporters Club to look back on a positive pre-season for the Dragons and give our thoughts and predictions for a big season ahead for the Men Of Gwent. Plus the return of Gavin’s Gwent rugby round-up.

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A special joint episode as Jamie sat down with Ed from 1912 Exiles and Dan from the Riverside Sports Bar to talk about the potential ramifications of losing professional sport in Newport City Centre. What would happen to Rodney Parade, Newport County and the city centre? We discuss all that and more.

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Jamie and Gareth react to the strong statement put out by the Dragons this week as the club slams the WRU’s 2 team proposal as “not acceptable”. We also round up the rest of the news from the club.

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Jamie, Gavin and Gareth return for a special news round-up pod covering the latest comings and goings at Rodney Parade, Wales finally winning a test match and our reaction to the news that the WRU is considering halving the number of regions.

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By popular request Dragons co-owner David Buttress returns to the pod for a catch-up. We look back on the season just gone, how the mindset at the club needs to change and why Dragons signed the PRA deal. Plus we round up all the latest news coming out of the club.

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It’s the final episode of the season as the boys return to look back and reflect on an utterly miserable season for Dragons supporters. What has gone so wrong and is there any optimism for the future? Plus PRA shambles, a round up of the latest comings and goings and a review of the all-Gwent Super Rygbi Cymru final between Ebbw Vale and Newport.

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We are joined by the Chairman of the Dragons supporters club Dan Hallett to chat about the fall out of the PRA agreement and why Dragons signed the deal. Plus agreement, the latest comings and goings at Rodney Parade and a tough night in Cape Town.

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This week we are joined by Rob Rees from the SRC podcast to chat all things Super Rygbi Cymru and the Gwent teams season so far. Plus a look back on a feeble Dragons performance away to Ospreys and a tribute to the legend Dan Lydiate as he hangs up his boots at the end of the season.

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Jamie, Gav and Gareth look back on Judgement Day asking if the event has run its course before we talk about yet another game thrown away by the Dragons. Plus Gwent rugby round-up and Ospreys away preview.

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The boys are joined by Dragons legend Jason Tovey to look back on his career and

reminisce on Dragons first ever win at JD back in 2019. We of course talk about Tovey’s conversion won us the game. Plus all the latest signings news and preview of Judgement Day 2025.

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We are joined by South Wales Argus sports reporter Chris Kirwan to reflect on what has been a nightmare season for the Dragons. What has gone wrong and are there genuine reasons for optimism going forward? Plus the usual Gwent rugby-up.

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The boys are back to chat about yet another missed opportunity against Ulster, new signings, the discourse around reducing to 3 pro teams and why we think Warburton is wrong.

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With the help with recurring guest Gareth LeClare we look back on Dragons u unsuccessful visit to Parma and lament our injury woes and squad depth. Plus our usual Gwent round-up and a preview of Scotland v Wales in the Six Nations.

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Jamie and Gav review the Glasgow game and discuss the latest transfer rumours. Plus we touch on Gatland’s departure and who we’d like to see as next Wales coach.

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We give our verdict on the recent Dragons Q&A at Rodney Parade and chew over what we learned. Are there reasons to be cheerful or is it just more jam tomorrow?

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Former Dragons back-rower Ollie Griffiths joins us to chat about his Dragons career highlights, managing his medical condition (LCH) and life after rugby. Plus news round up and Munster post-mortem.

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Jamie is joined by freelance sports commentator and writer Nick Webb to discuss Dragons’ record defeat in Europe against the Lions and ask where the club go from here. There’s also some Six Nations chat as we ask: what would represent a successful tournament for Wales?

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Jamie and Gavin pick the bones out of yet another poor Dragons performance against Pau. Plus Gwent Rugby Round-Up returns and we ask - Can the Dragons pull off an upset in South Africa?!

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Jamie and Gav are back to give an honest review of the festive derbies and where the club is heading. Plus we answer your questions and announce our competition winner for Dragons v Pau tickets.

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Jamie and Gav talk about a #Dragons win up in Newcastle and how good it feels. The boys review the win on the road, praise the talented youngsters and give their thoughts on backing up the win over the festive period,

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Gareth LeClare joins us this week as we rue yet another missed opportunity against Montpellier, pay our tributes to Ollie Griffiths on his retirement, answer listeners questions and look ahead to Newcastle.

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The boys are joined by former Dragons scrum-half Jonathan Evans to chat about his time at Rodney Parade, Bath and Scarlets. We discuss the season so far for Ebbw Vale and a very important Xmas question! Plus Cardiff post-mortem and a look ahead to the visit of Montpellier in the Challenge Cup.

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Former Newport RFC full back and Welsh broadcasting legend Phil Steele joins Jamie and Gavin to look back at his career in rugby, teaching and broadcasting. Plus his thoughts on the future of rugby in Wales. We hope you enjoy this as much as we did.

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Jamie and Gavin are joined by a special guest. Former Wales and Dragons Captain Michael Owen chats to us about his career with Dragons, Wales, the 2005 Grand Slam and his thoughts on the current state of Welsh rugby.

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Jamie interrupts his holiday for an emergency podcast with Gavin Thomas to make some sense of the Dai Flanagan departure. Where next for the Dragons and have the owners made the right decision at the right time? Did Dai underachieve with the squad he had? We discuss all that and more.

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We reflect on the Connacht defeat and look back on the first block of the season with the help of the listeners mailbox. Is it “Same Old Dragons” or are there genuine reasons for optimism despite the results. Plus some news, Gwent Rugby Round-up and a look ahead to a big autumn series for Warren Gatland’s Wales.

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Notes: Jamie is joined by joined by co-host of the Italian rugby podcast Fratelli d'Rugby Mike Petretta to review Dragons v Benetton and chat some Italian rugby. Plus some news and a look ahead to Connacht away on Saturday night.

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By popular demand Dragons RFC consultant and Ampthill head coach Paul Turner joins Jamie and Gavin to answer listeners questions and chat Dragons, his career as a player and coach and why Welsh rugby needs more Anglo-Welsh fixtures.

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Jamie and Gav were joined by Dragons great Nic Cudd. A player that literally gave blood for the jersey. Then we look back on the Sharks heartache, round up the latest Gwent Rugby news and look ahead to the visit of the Lions on Sunday.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Dragons Supporter Gareth LeClare as we take the positives from a tough night in Dublin and look ahead to a big October for the Dragons starting with the visit of the Sharks to Rodney Parade.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Dragons supporter Nathan Williams to reflect on a stunning win against the Ospreys at Rodney Parade. Can we expect more fighting grit from the Dragons this season? We also round up a bit of news and Gwent rugby round-up before debating how Dragons should approach a tough trip to Dublin to face Leinster.

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Jamie and Gav welcome the return of the DOSC Chairman Dan Hallett to the pod to round up the latest Dragons news and to give our hopes and predictions for the season ahead. We also look forward to a huge URC opener against the Ospreys at Rodney Parade.

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Something a bit different this week. A community rugby special episode as Head of media Steff Prosser joins us to talk about the rebuilding strategy at New Tredegar RFC after their demotion to Division 6.

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Jamie and Gavin are joined by the Cornish (but now Welsh) Barrel Lloyd Fairbrother. In an honest and frank interview Lloyd talks about his decision to retire, reflects on his rugby career and his proud memories of playing for Wales against the Baa-Baa’s in Principality Stadium. We hope supporters enjoy this one as much as we did. Then we react to the Liam Williams news. What are the pros and cons of Dragons signing him and is it worth it for the club?

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Jamie and Gavin are joined for a special episode of the Lair by Dragons Head Coach Dai Flanagan to answer listeners questions.

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Jamie and Gavin are joined by former Wales prop and all round good guy Ceri Jones to look back on his playing career at Newport and Harlequins as well as his Wales debut in Australia and the transition from forwards coach to interim Dragons head coach during a turbulent time at the club. Ceri has returned to the Dragons as an Academy coach and is also Newport RFC’s new forwards coach.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by former Ulster, Dragons and Wales hooker Bradley Roberts as he answers your questions and reflects on his “short but very sweet” rugby career in a frank and honest interview.

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Jamie and Gavin are joined by former Dragons and current Swansea RFC head coach Hugh Gustafson. Hugh talks fondly about his nine seasons at the Dragons, the art of scrummaging, negativity in Welsh Rugby, Super Rygbi Cymru and more.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Dragons RFC Chief Executive Officer Rhys Blumberg for an open and informative chat on the Dragons, Welsh Rugby, the URC and the potential of an Anglo-Welsh league and more. Plus we pay tribute to Dragons and Wales hooker Bradley Roberts who sadly had to retire aged 28 due to a serious back injury.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Ged Colleypriest from the 'Attacking Scrum' podcast to chat Judgement Day, a strange Wales squad selection and we look into our mailbox and answer some listener questions

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Jamie and Gavin are joined by writer and Scarlets fan Rhiannon Garth Jones to help preview the season finale at Judgement Day as the Dragons take on the Scarlets at the CCS. They even manage a chat about Denmark!

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Jamie and Gav are back to round up the latest transfer news, reviewing the leavers list and looking back on a (mostly) positive performance against the Stormers. We then preview the Welsh derby between Ospreys and Dragons as we look to spoil playoff hopes in Ospreylia.

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A special bonus episode as the legend that is Brok Harris joins the pod for a chat. A player loved by both Dragons and Stormers fans. We discuss his journey into rugby, his time at Rodney Parade and life in Cape Town as he recently became the first player to reach 150 appearances for the Stormers.

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What a BIG week of news it was for the Dragons. We look back on David Buttress’ decision to step down as Chairman and our verdict on the new signings. Plus Gwent Rugby round-up and a preview of our final game at Rodney Parade against a fully loaded Stormers team!

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Enda Fahy from The Prirate Rugby Podcast and Rugby Broadcast to chat TV coverage, punditry and Connacht. They discuss the fallout from another lacklustre performance out in Treviso and round u[ the latest rugby results in Gwent.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by the guys from the Spritz & Scrums Italian rugby podcast to chat Benetton, the rise of Italian rugby and look ahead to Dragons’ tough trip to Treviso this weekend. Plus the latest news from Rodney Parade and Gav’s Gwent Rugby round-up.

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Jamie and Gav get to talk about a Dragons win this week! We look back on a much-needed but nervy win against Zebre. Plus some news, Gwent Rugby round-up and a look in the mailbox for your questions and comments.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by former Dragons and Wales flanker Jamie Ringer. Jamie talks about his fond times at Rodney Parade as well as his hopes for the Dragons and the current state of Welsh rugby. We pick the positives from the Bulls game and look ahead to a must-win against Zebre on Good Friday.

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After a short break Jamie and Gav are back to discuss Wales vs Italy, Welsh rugby being in a dark place and look ahead to the return of the URC = Perfectly fine league as Dragons take on the Bulls at Rodney Parade.

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Jamie is joined by Ulster supporter Ian Frizzell to look back on Ireland v Wales and to preview Ulster v Dragons. We chat about the departure of Dan McFarland, Ulster’s season so far and whether injury-ravaged Dragons can take anything away from a tough trip to Belfast.

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Former Dragons legend and Wales hooker Steve 'Jabba' Jones joins Jamie and Gav for a great chat. We also look back on another disappointing effort up in Glasgow and round up the latest results in Gwent rugby.

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Iain Hay from the Scottish Rugby Podcast joins Jamie and Gav to chat all things Scottish rugby and Glasgow including a certain TMO decision! We then look ahead to a tough trip to Glasgow and hope it won’t be another painful night at Scotstoun!

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South Wales Argus sports reporter Chris Kirwan joins Jamie and Gav to review a disappointing first block of the season. What’s going wrong and are there any positives to take into the second block of the season? Plus some Six Nations chat, listeners comments and Gav’s Gwent rugby-up.

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Former Newport, Dragons and Wales international Ian Gough joins Jamie and Gav this week. A proud man of Gwent, Goughy talks about his time at Newport RFC, Dragons and the Galactico era Ospreys. Gough also talks about his Wales career, playing under Gatland and Edwards. Plus his views on the Welsh Regions, concussion lawsuit and Wales’ chances in the Guinness Six Nations. Then the usual news, Gwent rugby-up and a look back at a disappointing European campaign for the Dragons.

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Sports analyst and Sharks supporter Angus Usher joins Jamie and Gav to chat all things Saffa rugby and to preview Dragons’ crunch Challenge Cup game against Sharks. Plus the latest contract news, Gav’s Gwent rugby round-up and our reaction to Wales’ 6 Nations squad.

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Dragons RFC chairman David Buttress joins Jamie and Gavin for an exclusive Q&A episode. Welsh rugby is going through a challenging time to say the least and as you would expect from David, his answers to your questions were open, honest and informative. Topics include: The Joint Supporters Group letter to new WRU boss Abi Tierney, the Nightmare on Westgate Street(!), why Dragons have no defence coach, the URC, and much more

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Jamie and Gav look back on an encouraging performance out in Pau but lament the usual errors and lack of leadership. We discuss the troubling news of Aaron Wainwright being linked with a move to the English Premiership. Plus we look in the mailbox, Gwent rugby-round up, rating Rio Dyer’s playlist and a look ahead to the festive derbies against Cardiff and Scarlets

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Wales legend Colin Charvis joins Jamie and Gav to talk his about his terrific career in rugby and his time at the Dragons as a player and coach. We chat about his legal case against the rugby authorities and his thoughts on the future of Welsh rugby. Then Jamie and Gav look back on an unexpected bonus point win over Oyonnax, delve into the mailbox, rate Ben Carter’s playlist and look ahead to Dragons’ trip to Pau.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Rugby analyst and writer Sam Larner. Sam gives listeners an insight into Dragons’ Challenge Cup opponents Oyonnax - what to expect and the key players to look for. We discuss why teams kick the ball away and review the disappointing first block of URC fixtures for the Dragons. We then review another error-prone performance for Dragons in SA, open the mailbox, review Ollie Griffiths’ playlist and hope Dragons get off to a winning against start against Oyonnax!

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Jamie and Gav are joined by South African rugby YouTuber and Lions supporter Riaan Louw. We chat all things Lions, why crowds are low in Johannesburg, the URC compared to Super Rugby and the dangermen Dragons should be looking out for. Jamie and Gav have talk about a painful defeat in Durban, then open the mailbox, rate Rhodri Williams’ playlist and preview what could be another painful afternoon in Johannesburg!

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Jamie and Gav have another special guest joining them this week. Former Dragons centre/Wing/Full-Back Adam Hughes.

Adam talks about his time at the Dragons and Exeter. He also talks candidly about the problems with URC and having to retire from the game at just 28 years old. We also talk about the derby win over the Ospreys, Matthew Screech’s playlist, a very unpopular opinion involving Phil Collins-era Genesis and a look ahead to Dragons’ trip to Durban.

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Jamie and Gav look back at a predictable afternoon against the fully operational Death Star known as Leinster and gave their take on that Taine Basham elbow on Ross Byrne. We check our mailbox, rate Elliot Dee’s matchday playlist, Gav’s Gwent Rugby round-up and our predictions for another Welsh derby at Rodney Parade against the Ospreys.

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Jamie and Gav are joined by Leinster supporter Tom Coleman @LeinsterRoyalty to preview our clash against the mighty Leinster in Newport. We take the positives from a tough night in Cork, check our mailbag for your comments and heap praise on Lloyd Fairbrother. Plus there’s Gav’s Gwent Rugby round-up and our predictions for another game at Rodney Parade!

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Jamie and Gav had the pleasure of having Dragons hooker James Benjamin on the pod this week. We chat about his transition from back-rower to hooker, coaching youngsters, that wretched derby, playing under Lyn Jones and Dragons training against Wales. We take your questions and comments and round up the latest in Gwent rugby. Plus we preview a daunting trip to Munster without our key players (Yikes!)

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Jamie and Gavin look back on a massive missed opportunity against Edinburgh and discuss what went right and what didn’t. We take the listeners questions and comments. Gav’s rounds up the rugby in Gwent last weekend and discusses the concerns around the grassroots game. Why are clubs struggling and what can be done about it? Then we preview the Dragons v Cardiff derby. Can Dragons finally break the hoodoo against that lot down the road? Gav is reasonably confident, Jamie less so!

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Jamie and Gav were joined by a special guest this week, former Dragons captain Rynard Landman. Rynard was a fan favourite at Rodney Parade and made 115 appearances for the region before leaving in 2019 for a new adventure in France. Rynard talks about his rugby journey in South Africa, his fond memories of playing for the Dragons and his cultural experience in France. He also spoke about the Springboks and why he believes they can retain the World Cup. We also talk Wales and preview our opening URC game between Dragons and Edinburgh - We're optimistic!

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Jamie and Gav have the pleasure of chatting with the Dragons Wheelchair team about getting the team started, keeping it going, connecting with the community and beating the Ospreys!

It is then a headlong dive through pre-season games, prep for the URC, the Georgia game, the Argentina game and World Cup predictions. There is even a review of the Exorcist thrown in for good measure.

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Jamie and Gav were joined by their first ever guest this week. Chairman of the Official Dragons Supporters Club Dan Hallett. Dan spoke about his experiences as a Dragons supporter, his role as Chairman and what supporters can do to help the DOSC thrive. We also review the Ospreys friendly win, who impressed us and why it’s ok to take penalty kicks in a pre-season game! A new feature called Gav’s Gwent Rugby round-up and our thoughts on Wales in the Rugby World Cup.

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You hosts Jamie and Gav bring you the first episode in our new Dragons Rugby fan podcast. With so much to cover the boys did well to cover the bases of the takeover, both new kits, recruitment and their hopes for the new season. More importantly, the pre-season warm up against the Ospreys this weekend is discussed and expecttions are made clear.

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