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The Roar Rugby Podcast
Ep.100 - Mad Mondays with Layne Morgan and Date Nights with Harry Johnson-Holmes
Season 3, Ep. 22
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A packed ANZAC weekend schedule has come to a close, with the NSW Waratahs claiming the Super Rugby Women's title for a fifth time, while the Brumbies ended the Hurricanes winning streak. However, Australia's other sides fell in a strong weekend for the Kiwis.
This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined by Waratahs Layne Morgan (during her Mad Monday celebrations!) and Harry Johnson-Holmes (during Date Night). Christy and Matt also discuss the results from the weekend, as well as the latest news on Australian rugby's financial troubles.
Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua
Guest: Layne Morgan & Harry Johnson-Holmes
Producer: Nick Wasiliev
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