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After another couple of weeks without a game, Gloucester returned to PREM action away to Bristol - but unfortunately it was much of the same as they ended up on the wrong side of another record defeat. We chat through the game, the disappointment with the overall manner of the performance as well as the lack of positives. We discuss why the answer given by George Skivington on the question of why the team consistently has poor starts to games, is indicative of the wider issues within the coaching set-up and playing group. Meanwhile we unpick whether the arrival of Brett Deacon and Joel Tomkins (only rumoured as we recorded on Sunday evening) would give us some hope for next year. Finally we talk through the Red Roses emphatic win over Scotland in the W6N. Ed Price Russ Brookes Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Although Gloucester have had no rugby over the past few weeks but there is still plenty to chat about. As the Red Roses started their Six Nations campaign with a scratchy win, there were a number of serious injury concerns for three of the Glos-Hartpury contingent. Meanwhile the Quarter Final round of the European club competitions saw some incredible games including an amazing all English clash won by Bath (we know!). Finally, we look ahead to Gloucester's away game at Bristol before reminiscing about a famous win 30 years ago. Ed Price Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

After the big build up, Gloucester and several thousand Cherry and White supporters travelled to Villa Park for the Slater Cup match between Glaws and Leicester. Unfortunately, the game was pretty much over after 15 minutes and the day was hampered by travel chaos, an underwhelming atmosphere and many left Birmingham with a sense of apathy. We discuss our experiences of the day, whether we can find any positives and what advice we would give to the club for next season. Meanwhile, as ever, in more positive news the Glos-Hartpury women did their best to finish the weekend with a positive note. The girls racked up their 14th straight bonus point win as they break for the Women's Six Nations. Ed Price Russ Brookes Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Gloucester secured only their second league win of the season with a bonus point victory over Quins at The Stoop; we discuss the game, the key players and the specific areas where improvements led to the victory. We also chat through the parts that will need to strep-up even further to compete with Leicester this weekend at Villa Park. Meanwhile, the Glos-Hartpury ladies secured a last minute win over an impressive Loughborough side, maintaining their 100% record. We talk through the great achievements already attained this season and hope that the fans can repay them with a sell out in the Semi Final at Queensholm in June. This is our first opportunity to discuss the recent announcements of Chris Boyd and Rob Burgess' appointment and the management restructure. Can we really learn anything at this stage and our supporters right to be concerned over the current ambiguity. Finally, after England's dreadful Six Nations campaign, does the performance against France give us any hope for the future or do we need to see more fundamental change. Ed Price Jim Harley Russ Brookes We are proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP.

Gloucester's impressive win over Sale the previous week unfortunately meant nothing in the end, as they were once again beaten by Bath down at The Rec. We run through the positives (as ever) and in particular pick out the players who have impressed in an otherwise poor season. Meanwhile, English Rugby is being revamped again, with the long overdue permanent removal of promotion and relegation to the Top flight. Will it have the intended consequences or will it be another false dawn? Finally as England head to Rome for this weekends Six Nations game against Italy, will it finally be the year of an Italian triumph? Ed Price James Eastwood (Snowy) Russ Brookes Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

A lot of rugby to get through this week. Some great, some good, some very indifferent! England travelled to Murrayfield with expectation but were thumped by a rampant Scotland. We chat through what went wrong and why Scotland seem to be a bogey team. Meanwhile as Ireland narrowly beat Italy courtesy of a TMO decision, Wales were comprehensively beaten by a French side brimming with confidence. Ed talks about his Cardiff experience and the worrying signs for the WRU. On the domestic front, Ellie Kildunne could do nothing to stop Gloucester Hartpury win another game, with Sisilia Tuipulotu and Maud Muir scoring two barnstorming tries. Unfortunately, Gloucester's men were humbled down at Exeter with an embarrassing 48-14 defeat, with the Chiefs scoring 34 unanswered points in the second half. Ed Price Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

The first round of the Six Nations saw wins for Italy (in a very wet Rome); France with a thumping win over Ireland and England, who cruised to a very simple victory over Wales. Meanwhile, in game ads are now a thing!? We discuss the matches, the performances and whether the in-game ads really are going to keep Rugby from going behind a paywall. Gloucester-Hartpury continue their 100% record in the PWR after two bonus point wins over Loughborough and Sale. Gloucester shift their focus to the Prem Cup. Ed Price Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Gloucester lost out to an agonising late defeat to Bath, despite putting up their best performance of the season. We talk through the game and discuss why this needs to be the standard to hit moving forwards. We also read out your comments and questions to a mythical Fans Forum. Ed Price Jim Harley Russ Brookes Lawrence Landray We are proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Another week where everything that could go wrong, did. As Gloucester lost at home to a talented Toulon side, Castres recorded a rare away victory at Thomond Park to condemn the Cherry and Whites and ignominious exit from all European competition. Meanwhile we got news of arrivals and departures for next season and how the pack is clearly the focus for recruitment. Finally despite all the trials and tribulations at Kingsholm, spare a thought for supporters of Ospreys as their demise looks almost certain following news of the Y11 group (current owners of Ospreys) getting preferred bidder status for Cardiff Blues. Ed Price Russ Brookes Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Despite another defeat for the Cherry and Whites, we saw a spirited display and a well earned losing bonus point as Gloucester lost away to Edinburgh in the Champions Cup. Meanwhile, positive transfer news and rumours as South African World Cup winner Jean Kleyn has been announced as our latest signing. We discuss the Edinburgh match, the performance, the positives and look forward to this weeks crunch fixture against Toulon. Ed Price Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Just when we thought it couldn't get any worse, Gloucester began 2026 with a defeat away to Newcastle (following a tepid display at home to Saracens over Christmas). The full gang get together to discuss a new low for the club in the Professional era. ***WARNING*** - It does get a bit sweary in places (understandably so). If you are travelling with small children or those who are easily offended, it might be worth exercising discretion. Ed Price James Eastwood (Snowy) Lawrence Landray (Loz) Jim Harley Russ Brookes Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

We have got used to poor displays and bad results over the past few years, but this one sticks out as one of the most disappointing. A dreadful performance away to Leicester in the Slater Cup saw Gloucester comprehensively beaten. The same old excuses trotted out once again and compounded by more injuries. The response online and among supporters has become almost resigned apathy, we do our best to run through the game and how we feel about the whole situation. Meanwhile the Glos-Hartpury girls continue to be a shining beacon of hope as they continue to break records with their 18th consecutive league victory. Finally, we do look ahead with hope and positivity after Gloucester announced the signings of Dewi Lake, Jac Morgan and Dan Robson. Ed Price Russ Brookes We are proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Overall a really pleasing weekend for both Gloucester and Glos-Hartpury as they secured wins against difficult opposition. But the Bonus point victories were not as straightforward as they should have been. The Women struggled to put away an entertaining Ealing side, while the Men managed to secure 5 points despite having a shambolic lineout (Helped to a significant degree by Castres dreadful discipline). We chat through both games and do see the overwhelming positives especially considering the mis-firing set piece but do have serious concerns ahead of this weekends match in Cork against Munster. Jim and Ed also discuss the Rugby World Cup draw and the opportunities available for some of the Tier 2/3 nations to spring a surprise on the likes of Fiji, Italy and Wales. Ed Price Jim Harley Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

Finally, Gloucester secured their first league win of the season as they beat an underwhelming Quins side with a Bonus point try. We chat through the performances that stood out including excellent contributions from Lewis Ludlow, Ollie Thorley and Ben Redshaw. We also discuss Glos-Hartpury's perfect start to the season, this time after a thumping 50 point hammering of local rivals Bristol Bears. Meanwhile, the much vaunted and talked about R360 tournament has been delayed until at least 2028 - is there any real chance of it getting off the ground (we all hope not!). There were also red cards galore last weekend with seemingly a race for the biggest act of thuggery - don't worry Eben Etzebeth wins that one. Ed Price Jim Harley Lawrence Landray (Loz) Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP

A packed week and it took two attempts to record. Jim and Ed discuss the win for Gloucester over Bath in the PREM Cup as well as Gloucester-Hartpury maintaining their 100% winning start in the PWR. Rumours galore at Gloucester as news leaked around potential DoR interviews, John Mitchell 'helping' the coaches in an unpaid non consultant role. Meanwhile Russ joins to chat through the weekends International rugby action including a very impressive win for England over the All Blacks. Ed Price Jim Harley Russ Brookes (Lawrence Landray contributed to the original and now lost recording) Cherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP