Happiness Is with Bruce Aitchison
153 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings2ND PLACE "BEST RUGBY PODCAST" at The Sports Podcast Awards 2024!
Happiness Is Egg Shaped's Bruce Aitchison explores peoples passions, what makes them happy and chatting about their hopes and dreams for the future.
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Episodes
Happiness Is... Damian McGrath [Ep 41]
October 04, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBI've admired Damian McGrath for a long time. He is responsive on social media, has had a wide range of experiences in the game & was one if the first interviews I did on www.happinessiseggshaped.org. He's also a former PE teacher! I was delighted when he agreed to have a chat on the pod, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murrayfield & Me - First Day In The New House [Ep 11]
September 30, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 26.4 MBEdinburgh Rugby have a new home, right next door to their old one. They've downsized, but it is a much better fit. Fashionably, they've gone for the low maintenance AstroTurf. But like moving house, they are very excited and have welcomed visitors to join them in their house warming. Last Saturday, Scarlets came calling and I was there. It was one of my best days at Murrayfield, well, my best day ever at the Dam Health Stadium. I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shap...
Happiness Is... Hamilton Burr [Ep 40]
September 27, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBI've watched Hamilton Burr's journey from afar. I went to NZ to play when I was a kid and loved Waikato, I love the NPC and often wish I could be back there in Hamilton. It was great to catch up with Hammy about his rugby journey and hopes for the future. I loved chatting to him, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happiness Is... John Bentley [Ep 39]
September 20, 2021 07:52 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBThis man needs very little introduction. Lion. Legend. Absolutely love being able to call him my friend. I loved the chat, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Bentos Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happiness Is... David Gray [Ep 38]
September 13, 2021 11:37 - 1 hour - 149 MBI went to school and played rugby with Davie Gray many moons ago. Since then he has gone to play for Scotland all around the world on the 7s circuit, move to NZ and has worked with the Hurricanes to help make players fitter, stronger and ready to perform. As he launches his new venture, FLOWSTATE, it seemed the perfect time to catch up for a blether. I loved it. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitc...
Happiness Is... Kieron Achara [Ep 37]
September 06, 2021 09:03 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBI have admired Kieron Achara from afar for years. I met him once when he visited the basketball team in my school, he is an impressive human. He is a presence when he enters the gym, he is a Role Model and should be listened to with his views in the game, sport, the future and attitudes. I watched him play his last home game for Glasgow Rocks, he remembered me and gave time to my daughters, good guy. His story is inspiring and I loved talking to him. I hope you enjoy listening. Happine...
Happiness Is... Tim Walsh [Ep 36]
August 30, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 127 MBThe last episode in the Samurai Rugby Pod Series is out on Monday with 🥇Golden Boy🥇 Tim Walsh! Walsh played for Samurai, coached for Samurai, won a 🥇 medal at the Rio Olympics as coach of the Australian Womens 7s Team and then coached the AU 7s Mens Team in Tokyo. I absolutely loved speaking to him, he's a class act, a cool, laid back Aussie with a very positive outlook and sharp mind. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped #SamuraiFamily as part of the "Celebrating 25 Y...
Happiness Is... Ben Gollings [Ep 35]
August 26, 2021 07:21 - 38 minutes - 87.2 MBI have watched and loved 7s for a long time, growing up near Melrose in the Borders and then living in HK for 4 years fuelled the fire. Ben Gollings is BOX OFFICE! He won for England, made the HK Magnificent 7 and is a fantastic ambassador for the game. The Samurai Pod Series has allowed me to meet some of the biggest hitters in the 7s Universe. Best of all, they've all been good people. Ben Gollings is good people. I loved talking to him. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Sha...
Happiness Is... Rachael Burford [Ep 34]
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 93 MBNext in the Samurai Series is the wonderful Rachael Burford. I have got to know Burf very recently and love how passionate she is about the game, raising the profile of girls/womens Rugby & being a part of the #SamuraiFamily. Finding time in her ridiculously busy schedule to have chat was challenging, but well worth the wait... I loved talking to her, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped as part of the "Celebrating 25 Years of Samurai Rugby" series Support this show htt...
Happiness Is... Tony Walker [Ep 33]
August 16, 2021 08:42 - 1 hour - 73 MBMy mate Tony Walker has been at Exeter Chiefs for years. I've no idea what he does, but he is on the touchline for games and seems to know the players. A lot has happened since we played together and I was delighted he found time in his very busy schedule to have a chat to me. I loved it. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happiness Is... Kevin McKenzie [Ep 32]
August 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 78 MBI have loved doing the Happiness is... Podcast and although it took some persuading, I couldnt imagine how it has reached people. Normally, I'm in the room to see and feel the reaction when I speak and ask the questions, so the pod was an unknown venture. After speaking to the MAGNIFICENT David Smith MBE, I felt flat. It was an amazing experience but the comedown was huge. I was tired. I couldn't believe what happened next. Kevin McKenzie, the gritty, aggressive Scotland International h...
Happiness Is... Carlin Isles [Ep 31]
July 28, 2021 17:45 - 28 minutes - 64.3 MBCarlin Isles is spectacular, 100% Box Office. Speaking to him a few hours before he flew to Japan for the Olympics was a pleasure, it was short and sharp, but fun and laughter packed. I loved speaking to him, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped as part of the "Celebrating 25 Years of Samurai Rugby" series Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happiness Is... Mike Friday [Ep 30]
July 27, 2021 17:44 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBMike Friday is the Samurai RFC Chairman, Head Coach of the USA 7s squad and ambassador for the game of Rugby 7s. 'Geezer' is a story-teller and it was a huge honour to speak to him before he flew to Japan for the Olympics to talk all things Samurai and 7s. I loved listening, I hope you do too. Happiness is Egg Shaped #SamuraiFamily as part of the "Celebrating 25 Years of Samurai Rugby" series Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on ...
Happiness Is... Terry Sands [Ep 29]
July 26, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MBSamurai Rugby is known all over this Egg Shaped planet. The man at the heart of this amazing organisation is Terry Sands. Terry had been good to me, and hundreds (maybe thousands?) of players, coaches and rugby folk. The part Samurai has played in the development of people is often overlooked. I loved talking to Sandsy, I hope you enjoy listening to the 1st in this Samurai Series. Happiness is Egg Shaped as part of the "Celebrating 25 Years of Samurai Rugby" series Support this show ...
Happiness Is... Nick Heath [Ep 28]
July 18, 2021 19:18 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBI first knew of Nick Heath through the magic of social media and loved his positive approach to life. He hosted a quiz to raise funds and awareness for Doddie Weir's Foundation during the first lock down in 2020 and I thought he was brilliant. I was delighted Nick agreed to be a guest on the pod, especially now he is a Saturday night TV star! I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. Happiness is Egg Shaped "Happiness Is..." LIVE IN LONDON at The Cabbage Patch in Twickenham with guest...
Happiness Is... Catherine Spencer [Ep 27]
July 12, 2021 08:34 - 1 hour - 75 MBWhen Catherine Spencer wrote her autobiography I was really keen to get a copy. I loved her story of giving everything to be the best she could be and the challenges she experienced along the way. I loved talking to my birthday buddy, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Buy Catherine's brilliant book "Mud, Maul, Mascara: When fighting for a dream can make you and break you" on Amazon by clicking here https://amzn.to/3kb7HDC Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/...
Happiness Is... David Smith MBE [Ep 26]
July 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBIn 2015, I watched a documentary on TV of a guy I'd never heard of. Very few tv shows have had such an impact on me. This guy, David Smith, had faced unbelievable challenges throughout his life, and he had many more to come. He was my hero. I was inspired. I've followed his story since, had contact through messages but never met. I was delighted David agreed to be a guest on the pod. He is absolutely phenomenal. I love the man. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. Happiness i...
Happiness Is... Jim Telfer [Ep 25]
June 28, 2021 07:15 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBJim Telfer is my Everest. His passion for Rugby and his knowledge of the game is hard to rival. He has achieved so much and means so much to so many. I asked my mum to ask him if he would be on the pod. She went to visit and was there for ages, she likes to talk... I was delighted that he agreed. I could have been there for days. Very few ever get the chance to give for Everest, I did. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/...
Happiness Is... Tim Visser [Ep 24]
June 24, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 93.6 MBTim Visser is a bundle of energy, the craziest Dutchman I know. Try scorer wherever he went and popular with his team mates. No wonder, he's kind, generous with his time and always worth some nonsense. With Harlequins making the Premiership Final, it seemed like the perfect excuse to have a chat. I loved talking to him, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Happiness Is... Ben Ryan [Ep 23]
June 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBWhen Sean and I started talking about doing a podcast, the original list of potential guests was topped with this man, a history maker, a role model and a bloody good human. Someone I was desperate to speak to! I was delighted Ben Ryan agreed to give me some of his precious time. I loved talking to him and I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped #veilomani Buy Ben's brilliant book Sevens Heaven: The Beautiful Chaos of Fiji's Olympic Dream on Amazon by clicking here https://a...
Happiness Is... Richie Gray [Ep 22]
June 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBI've known Richie Gray for a long time, I've played with him and been coached by him, listened to him and admired him for a long time. He is creative, funny, humble and a positive person to be around. I loved speaking to him and hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happiness Is... Ellidh Barbour [Ep 21]
June 10, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBIn the Covid era I've met some amazing people. I love Eilidh Barbour's story and her enthusiasm for Sport and her job is joyful. Seeing Eilidh celebrate Scotland qualifying for the Euros was brilliant and spread happiness! Eilidh will be on our screens throughout the tournament, I loved speaking to her for the pod. I hope you enjoy listening. Eilidh can you Boogie? Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. ...
Happiness Is... Alan Tait [Ep 20]
June 07, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 66.8 MBAlan Tait is a Rugby Legend. He played at the highest level in both codes, was a standout performer and has stayed humble. Speaking to him about his life, Rugby and memories was an absolute joy. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. Taity knows... Happiness is Egg Shaped Please check out Alan's Just Giving page for his Lions Trek For Doddie - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/alan-tait5 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted...
Happiness Is... Ollie Phillips [Ep 19]
May 31, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 60.2 MBI met Ollie Phillips when I was quizmaster & host at a fundraising night for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. I loved him from the start. He's funny, with heaps of stories to tell, but also very humble and generous. He was a hell of a rugby player and the best 7s player on the planet. He's done so much beyond the rugby pitch, I loved speaking to him and I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. ...
Happiness Is... Coast 2 Coast Special 24 [Ep 18]
May 27, 2021 09:16 - 9 minutes - 21.2 MBWhen Scott Wight called to ask if I could help promote this crazy Coast to Coast challenge, I couldn't wait to get involved. I played with Beezer & Mitch, loved watching Wighty play & win for Scotland at Twickenham 7s and I've know the Murray brothers since we were kids. And its #ForDoddie. I hope you enjoy as much I did and if you can donate, please do - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/coast-2-coast-in-24-hours Happiness is Egg Shaped Support this show http://supporter.acast....
Happiness Is... Tony Stanger [Ep 17]
May 24, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBHeroes are everywhere, I had and still have many. When I was a kid, it was the Dukes of Hazard, the A-Team, Han Solo, Kenny Dalgleish and Tony Stanger. In Trainspotting, there is the 'Archie Gemmell moment'. That was Tony Stanger's try at Murrayfield in the 1990 Grand Slam decider for me. It was a moment I witnessed live, a moment I'll never forget and a moment I shared with the other 3.1million people that claim they were there. Years later, I met my hero. To have him as a guest on the p...
Murrayfield & Me - Announcing Edinburgh [Ep 10]
May 20, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MBWhen I stopped coaching in #Clubland, I got involved with Edinburgh Rugby. Johnny Petrie, then the CEO, gave me an amazing opportunity and many others have come from it. Announcing at Murrayfield is a HUGE honour and I ABSOLUTELY love it. I'm a supporter with a mic! Through lockdown, I've been lucky enough to get to go to live Rugby. I can have a conversation in an empty room, and I've shown recently, I can announce in an empty stadium. And no Dougie, I won't turn it down. Happiness is E...
Happiness Is... Christine Belisle [Ep 16]
May 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBChristine Belisle has had quite a ride and all of a sudden found herself in BIG demand due to her strong performances for Scotland in the Women's 6 Nations. I was delighted she had time to talk to me. CB is full of energy and as I found out, has also had to cope with and manage anxiety since she was a kid, growing up in Canada. She is open, honest and a whole heap of fun. I loved talking to her and I hope you enjoy listening. We're both #CarthaDaft & know... Happiness is Egg Shaped. Lis...
Murrayfield & Me - Girls Final 2019 [Ep 9]
May 13, 2021 07:38 - 12 minutes - 28.1 MBIn May 2019 I spent a very happy day among the lassies. The future is bright and I've seen some of the future recently getting caps. I loved looking back at pictures and connecting with some of the characters from that day. It wasn't a big crowd, but we shared moments I'll never forget. Great clubs, doing great things #growingthegame. And I was there. Happiness is Egg Shaped at Murrayfield Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison. Hosted on Acast. ...
Happiness Is... Tom Smith [Ep 15]
May 10, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBThere are heroes & there are Lions. And for Rugby fans, these are often the same thing. Tom Smith won in South Africa in 1997 on the tour most of my generation still look back on with rose tinted specs as the best. I've watched Living the Lions a million times!!! Tom Smith, with Woody and Wally took on and defeated the MIGHT of the Springboks. I loved speaking to him, we went on loooooooong after the recording and I could still be there now. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. H...
Murrayfield & Me - Scottish Claymores [Ep 8]
May 06, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 22.5 MBI've been to Murrayfield a lot for a lot of reasons. I've watched Hibs v Barcelona, I've seen the Rolling Stones, REM, U2 & the Spice Girls, I've watched Scotland and Edinburgh, I've played, coached and watched the grass grow. For 1 year only, in 1996, I loved Grid Iron. I was a Claymores fan. And so were my mates. Happy days. I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped at Murrayfield. Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the...
Happiness Is... Dougie Vipond [Ep 14]
May 03, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBThere are certain people you meet and you think, they are full of goodness for this world. Dougie Vipond is spectacular, he's got the whole package and loves to talk. He's always been very kind to me, other than the time he pinched my table in a beer garden... Deacon Blue, love, life, sport, education and a whole heap of joy. I loved listening, I hope you do too. Happiness is Egg Shaped Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube...
Happiness Is... The Tartaneers [Ep 13]
April 29, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 71 MBI admire people who do things to make the world a better place. Toby, Charlie & their team of Tartaneers are taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds & awareness for charities close to their hearts. Best all, they want others to join in. Building relationships, sharing experiences and undoubtedly making memories. Where have we heard that before? I enjoy hearing about their passion, I hope you do too. Happiness is Egg Shaped Follow The Tartaneers on social media - Insta & Twit...
Happiness Is... Jilly McCord [Ep 12]
April 26, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBJilly McCord became a household name for what she cooked up in the Masterchef kitchen, but she is also well known for her Rugby performances, and she is loved by her former team mates who were desperate to share stories about her! From Langholm to BBC1 prime time, it was fun to talk! Even though I forgot to press record the first time... I loved chatting to her, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped. Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-ai...
Murrayfield & Me - Maisie & Katy's first International [Ep 7]
April 22, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 24.6 MBSharing things you love with people you love is very special. My kids don't get much of a choice. Daddy loves Rugby, we go to rugby. But they love going to Murrayfield too, they know its daddy's happy place and they like to meet people. And they like chips. Chips make many places better. Maisie & Katy going to their first Scotland game was a day I'll never forget. Happiness is Egg Shaped at Murrayfield with Mayhem & Kaos! Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bru...
Happiness Is... Dan Leo [Ep 11]
April 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBThere are certain people in this great game who are loved and respected by all, no matter who they played for. These people tend to stand for something, have strong principles and want to make the world a better place. Dan Leo is one of those people. I spoke to him about his life in and out of the game. I loved talking to him, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Egg Shaped. Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube Chann...
Happiness Is... Richard Bath & Magnus Wake [Ep 10]
April 15, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 62.8 MBI love Rugby. I love watching international Rugby. I love watching Scotland v England, a game that has given me huge highs, lifetime memories and also a pile of unhappiness! I love hearing the history of the game, the people and I love to visit Raeburn Place, the site of the 1st ever Rugby International. Speaking with the men behind the Great Game Documentary was a huge honour, very enjoyable and another chance to prove... Happiness is Egg Shaped Check out the crowdfunder link - https://...
Happiness Is... Mark Beaumont [Ep 9]
April 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBThere are a few people who completely amaze me with their attitude, approach to life and desire to be incredible. I have watched Mark Beaumont from afar for a long time, he continues to amaze me. I think he is as mad as a box of frogs, but I also think he's bloody magnificent. I've met him once in real life (he won't remember that!) and a few times virtually. Never meet your heroes? I did, and it was magic. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. Mark Beaumont knows... Happiness is...
Murrayfield & Me - Twickenham & Me [Ep 6]
April 08, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 25.4 MBSocial Media had been a wonderful thing for me. It has opened up the world and given me opportunities I am very grateful for. One that I still can't believe, was playing at Twickenham with a bunch of strangers. One of them has become a great mate who I speak to most days and the others became brothers in this amazing #RugbyFamily. I started at Murrayfield and went to Twickenham for the day. Happiness is Egg Shaped at Murrayfield Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is...
Happiness Is... Rocky Clark [Ep 8]
April 05, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 63.3 MBI've never met Rochelle Clark. I've admired her for a long time, hearing about her for the first time when she won the World Cup, and love that she is referred to by everyone as Rocky. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I loved her energy and enthusiasm and willingness to make herself available. I was blown away by her humble, honest personality, she is funny and kind and I really hope we get to meet in person and have a beer, or a coffee. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did. Rock...
Happiness Is... Gordon Reid LIVE [Ep 7]
April 01, 2021 07:38 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBHAPPINESS IS... GORDON REID - THE FIRST LIVE PODCAST!!! Gordy Reid tweeted about raising some cash for charity on Sunday night. I messaged him to say 'can I help?', 30secs later my phone went. This guy is unique. He's funny, he's kind, he cares and he wants to do good things, because he can. I want to help. Tune in for some fun, some nonsense and to find what the BIG man has planned. AND WE NEED YOUR HELP! Gordy knows... Happiness is Egg Shaped Listen to the podcast - https://podfol...
Happiness Is... Jim Hamilton [Ep 6]
March 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 77 MBAsking Jim Hamilton onto your pod is like asking David Beckham for a kick about in the park or Chris Hoy if he's coming out on his bike. Everybody loves Big Jim Hamilton, and very few more than me. I hope you enjoy this hour of chat as much I did. The #KingofPods knows... Happiness is Egg Shaped Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rj6IfSQ05a5C3acxI92iw Support this show http:...
Murrayfield & Me - Doddie & Me [Ep 5]
March 25, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes - 23.5 MBI love being at Murrayfield and I have many excuses to be there. On match days, I host Hospitality in the Thistle Suite. For years, that gig was owned by Doddie Weir. When he decided it was time to finish, he suggested I take over. So for almost 2 years, I was living a dream and sharing a stage with the big dafty. Learning a lot, all the while having a helluva time! Then, I was on my own. I love it and I'll always be grateful for the faith he showed in me. Doddie knows... Happiness is...
Happiness Is... Kelly Brown [Ep 5]
March 22, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBI've known Kelly Brown for a long time and have watched with pride his amazing progress through life. Recently he left Glasgow Warriors to return to his beloved Saracens, in this episode he tells me why. We also discuss #Clubland at Melrose, 7s, living with a stammer and achieving all he has through determination and perseverance. We also discuss his friendship with Big Jim & JK Rowling! I loved it. I hope you do too. Kelly knows... Happiness is Egg Shaped Listen to the podcast - https:...
Murrayfield & Me - Edinburgh v Wasps 2019 [Ep 4]
March 18, 2021 06:00 - 7 minutes - 17 MBThis is episode 4 of Murrayfield & Me, a love story by Bruce Aitchison. I love hosting Hospitality at Murrayfield for both Edinburgh and Scotland. When Wasps came to play, the atmosphere was brilliant! It was beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! After all... Happiness is Egg Shaped at Murrayfield Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rj6IfSQ05a5C3acxI92i Support this show htt...
Happiness Is... Robbie McRobbie [Ep 4]
March 15, 2021 06:00 - 55 minutes - 127 MBDelighted to have my mate Robbie McRobbie as a guest on the pod. He also happens to be the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Rugby Union. Robbie has always been very kind to me and he has a brilliant story to tell. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did! I laughed a lot! Me and Robbie know.. Happiness is Egg Shaped in Hong Kong Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rj6IfSQ05a...
Murrayfield & Me - Murrayfield Wanderers [Ep 3]
March 11, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 21.1 MBThis is episode 3 of Murrayfield & Me, a love story by Bruce Aitchison. I'd been to Finals Day at Murrayfield before and loved it. I wanted to go back but more than that, I wanted to give others a chance to experience it too. Taking Murrayfield Wanderers to Murrayfield was a very memorable day, spending it with a club that had been very good me was special. Seeing Mayhem & Kaos run out as mascots filled my heart so full I though I was going to burst. I hope you enjoy listening to my memo...
Happiness Is... Mel Nicholls & Rhona Lloyd
March 08, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MB2 Guests for the Price of 1 pod! I met Mel Nicholls through #DoddieAid in January 2021 and was blown away by her personality and enthusiasm for life. I had a look at her cool website and knew she was a special lady. I've known Rhona for a lot longer! I first met her in her last year at primary school and was then her teacher for 6 years. I'm not surprised that she now finds herself as a potential Olympian, it has always been her dream. I'm glad she followed my advice and gave up Rugby... ...
Murrayfield & Me - Boroughmuir [Ep 2]
March 03, 2021 21:56 - 19 minutes - 44.6 MBThis is episode 2 of Murrayfield & Me, a love story by Bruce Aitchison. I'm excited on the way there, love going through the gates and never want to leave. I could watch the grass grow and still dream of scoring the try and kicking the goal in front of packed Murrayfield crowd. One of my most favourite days at Murrayfield was the 18th of April, 2015. I was the Head Coach of Boroughmuir Rugby Club and we had made it to the Scottish Cup Final to play Hawick RFC. I loved it and hope you enjo...
Happiness Is... Tamara Taylor [Ep 2]
March 01, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 119 MBWELCOME to the Happiness is... Podcast! I am excited to talk to a World Cup Winner who has been up Everest & is ready to star in a Channel 4 documentary! We talk Rugby, autobiographies, Barbarians & Sweden! I hope you enjoy hearing from Tamara Taylor, I certainly did! Happiness is Egg Shaped Listen to the podcast - https://podfollow.com/happiness-is-with-bruce-aitchison Check out the YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7rj6IfSQ05a5C3acxI92iw Support this show http://s...