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Rating
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This podcast has
169 episodes
Language
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Glorious RugbyExplicit
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Date created
2023/01/31
Latest episode
2026/09/10
Average duration
42 min.
Release period
11 days
Description
Hosts John and Alistair talk all things Old Glory DC - match breakdowns and previews, player news, stats, all from the perspective of two dedicated fans. Releases weekly during the season and sporadically the rest of the time. About the hosts: John Fitzpatrick is the proprietor of the Rugby Morning newsletter and host of Rugby Morning Coffee Break on Rugby Wrap Up Alistair Kirsch-Poole writes for Glorious Rugby and is the proprietor of Tackle the Numbers
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Rumors, Eagles, and Rivals
2026/09/10
Episode Notes
We talk about hints and rumors about Old Glory's head coaching search, as well discussing the internationals on deck, from the Eagles to the New Zealand vs South Africa clash happening in Baltimore.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
A New Era for Old Glory
2026/08/30
Episode Notes
Head coach Simon Cross will be moving to a player development role, his assistant coaches are leaving, and new class of players have been drafted. Where does this leave OGDC?
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Where The US and Canada Stand
2026/07/25
Episode Notes
Notes go here
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Two Eagles Wins in a Row
2026/07/18
Episode Notes
We're back after a couple weeks off to catch up with the Eagles, who have been having a good run so far in the nations cup. We also talk about the All-MLR teams and some Old Glory players who will be departing the team.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Hot Eagles Summer
2026/06/26
Episode Notes
Several Old Glory players made the Eagles roster for the summer, which we break down, before getting to The Article
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Thus Ends Another Season
2026/06/19
Episode Notes
The playoffs were a bit of a flop due to factors well outside the team's control, so we don't spend too much time on that. Instead, we look at the way the season has gone as a whole and highlight some of the best aspects, from players to the home pitch itself.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Don't Count Us Out
2026/06/11
Episode Notes
Old Glory wrapped up the regular season with a shaky but ultimately clear win at home, but now faces a daunting opponent in Chicago for the first round of the playoffs. Still, there are reasons for hope.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
They Won't Want to See Us Again
2026/06/05
Episode Notes
An excruciatingly close loss was simultaneously frustrating and more proof that this team has what it takes.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
A, B, and C Goals
2026/05/29
Episode Notes
We talk through the implications of Old Glory's position the standings and what needs to happen for the team to get back in to the playoffs.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Sweep and Sweep Again
2026/05/21
Episode Notes
After a tense, nervy, but ultimately successful home stand against the Free Jacks, we talk about sweeping the rivalry two straight regular seasons and what Old Glory still needs to do to secure a playoff spot.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Simon Cross is Frustrated Too
2026/05/15
Episode Notes
We talk to Simon Cross about the frustrations of the season so far and how he plans to get this team over the line with just four weeks left in the regular season.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Moral Victories Make for Hard Living
2026/05/07
Episode Notes
The loss to Chicago wasn't the disaster that the final score makes it seem, but we go over the ways this team will need to improve to stay in the playoff picture.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
We Know They're Better Than This
2026/05/01
Episode Notes
After perfect rugby last week, we saw the team take a step back. We break it down the game, including why we're not concerned for the future.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
John Lefevre - More Cowbell!
2026/04/23
Episode Notes
We talk to John Lefevre about his nickname, his local roots, and what it's like to finally break into the OGDC starting lineup.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
That Felt Good
2026/04/16
Episode Notes
Old Glory continues to own Fort Quincy, with a win that saw improvements in basically every possible area from week 1. But a stiffer test lies ahead with Anthem.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
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Good for noobs and vets
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