{"podcast":{"title":"US Rugby Happy Hour","slug":"us-rugby-happy-hour-5908060","podcast_index_feed_id":5908060,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/COMG3470110308","website_url":"https://americanrugbyrising.com/","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/f3eec480-f25e-11ee-9426-af54d548641e/image/d46025ae63b05c34dd2fcd43c7c1f94e.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Bill Baker","episode_count":201,"summary":"US Rugby Happy Hour, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of American Rugby Rising and John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning, is a captivating blend of insightful rugby discussions, entertaining banter, and a celebration of the sport’s spirit. With their wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Bill and Fitzy create an engaging space for rugby enthusiasts to connect and revel in the game’s glory. Whether delving into the latest matches or sharing anecdotes with special guests, this live show is a must-attend for anyone passionate about rugby, offering a delightful intersection of camaraderie and sports analysis. Guests have included head coaches Gary Gold, Rob Cain and Mike Friday. USA Eagles Joe Taufete’e, Greg Peterson, Kate Zackary, Hope Rogers, Christian Dyer, and Hall of Famers, Dan Lyle and Todd Clever. Major League Rugby stars Mitch Wilson, Nick Civetta, Connor Mooneyham and former MLR Commissioner, George Killebrew. Those covering the news too, including Brian Ray of Americas Rugby News and Wendy Young of YSC Rugby. Join us live on Facebook and Youtube (show days and times vary), or catch the Podcast replays right here! Follow @AmerRugbyRising on Twitter and @American…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-17T10:22:16.169424+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-rugby-happy-hour-5908060"},"episode":{"title":"The Power of Purpose: Alev Kelter on Resilience, Rugby, and the Magic of Paris","slug":"the-power-of-purpose-alev-kelter-on-resilience-rugby-and-the-magic-of-paris","published_at":"2025-12-18T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-rugby-happy-hour-5908060/the-power-of-purpose-alev-kelter-on-resilience-rugby-and-the-magic-of-paris","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-rugby-happy-hour-5908060","url":"https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/COMG1984528290.mp3?updated=1766075093","audio_url":"https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/COMG1984528290.mp3?updated=1766075093","summary":"From Olympic Bronze to Parisian Rings: The Unstoppable Alev Kelter In this high-energy episode of US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick welcome one of the most decorated and versatile athletes in American rugby: triple-Olympian and USA Eagle #256, Alev Kelter. Alev opens up about her remarkable journey from the elite ice rinks and soccer fields of Alaska to the global rugby stage, sharing the deeply personal story of how a devastating \"no\" from the Olympic hockey team eventually led her to find \"home\" and healing within the rugby community. She explores the unique ethos of the sport that values the person as much as the player, and why she believes her transition to rugby was ultimately about discovering her true purpose through the strength of those around her. The conversation dives deep into the \"Cinderella story\" of the Paris 2024 Olympics, reliving the heart-pounding final seconds of the bronze medal victory over Australia and the surreal experience of hearing 70,000 fans chanting \"USA\" in the Stade de France. Beyond the pitch, Alev teases the details of her romantic post-Olympic engagement at a Parisian art museum, her \"Alaskan royalty\" welcome back home at the airport, and her current chapter playing for Loughborough Lightning in England's elite Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR). From her competitive \"fire and ice\" upbringing with her twin sister to her cryptic \"never say never\" stance on a potential future run at the Winter Olympics, this is a candid look at a master of many trades who is still brewing something special. Learn more about your ad choices. 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