Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Author: Spritz and Scrums Language: English Episodes: 115
Spritz & Scrums-Italian Rugby Podcast is a conversation from the stands, a blend of passion and analysis that follows the unique journey of Italian rugby. The three hosts, united by their support for Benetton Rugby and a fondness for the iconic spritz, break down matches, discuss national team prospects, and explore the culture of the sport in Italy. This podcast offers an insider’s perspective for English-speaking fans around the world who want to go deeper than the mainstream headlines. Each episode feels like joining a lively discussion at a local bar, where tactical breakdowns sit comfortably alongside broader observations about the league, player development, and the growing identity of the Italian game. You’ll hear genuine fan reactions, informed debates, and the occasional clink of glasses that gives this show its distinctive character. It’s not just about scores and statistics; it’s about the stories, the personalities, and the heart behind Italian rugby. Tune in for regular episodes that capture the excitement, frustration, and hope that comes with following this particular corner of the sporting world. Spritz and Scrums delivers that specific blend of camaraderie and insight you naturally seek from a dedicated sports podcast, all filtered through a distinctly Italian lens.
Episodes
ZEBvEDI & LEIvBEN [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:47
Let us tell you why Benetton losing away to Leinster and Zebre getting a losing bonus point against an Edinburgh team riddled with Scotland Internationals is overall a pretty positive thing. So positive that Coach isn't…
IRE V ITA - "It is what it is" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:35
After a disappointing game against Ireland, Coach delivers a wise proverb. We dissect the positives (of which there are some!), chuck out the negatives, and look ahead to a repeat of Ireland v Italy in this weekend's URC…
ITA V ENG - The smallest of margins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:36
The Six Nations 2024 has kicked off, and Italy are here to play! We discuss the game, our trip to Rome, kilts, and Coach fighting crime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Italy Rugby 6 Nations Squad Announcement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:30
We talk about the Italy 6 nations squad announcement, player by player just in time for the Italy vs England game this weekend! Eddie also does yo momma jokes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
George Biagi - Zebre, wine & the 6 Nations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:59
George talks us through his journey from Italy international lock, to head of Rugby Operations at Zebre Parma. He tells us the secrets behind Zebre's new found winning ways, and we look ahead together to this Italy squad…
BENvMON & PAUvZEB [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:46
In a very different episode, we catch up on Zebre and Benetton games through the medium of Coach. We talk Italian rugby news, the new Netflix doc and our Library of Rugby Facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
NEWvBEN & ZEBvDRA - IT'S A DOUBLE ITALIAN WIN BABY! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:15
Benetton rack up 57 points away from home in a smashing performance up in Newcastle, Zebre Parma beat the Dragons in a both stubborn and gutsy display of rugby, and with so many Italian players looking as hot as they are…
BEN V ZEB - Act 2 of the Derbies and 2024 is here! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:11
Back from from an excellent URC derby in Italy, Ellie, Eddie and Coach talk about their experience and look forward to a massive weekend of European rugby for Benetton and Zebre Parma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…
ZEB V BEN - ACT 1 of the Christmas Derbies! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:09
"Rightly to be great Is not to stir without great argument,But greatly to find quarrel in a strawWhen honour's at the stake!"- Hamlet Act 4, Scene 4After an amazing Italian URC derby we get a little carried away with the…
PAOLO ODOGWU - From Birmingham to Benetton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:56
Paolo Odogwu takes us through the incredible last year of his life: from the end of Wasps; to loving life in Paris; to playing for Italy in the World Cup; to then finally being back alongside his best friend and Composur…