Happiness Is with Bruce Aitchison
by The Happiness Network
3RD PLACE "BEST RUGBY PODCAST" at The Sports Podcast Awards 2025! Happiness Is Egg Shaped's Bruce Aitchison explores peoples passions, what makes them happy and chatting about their hopes and dreams for the future. We all know that Bruce loves a chat and the amazing line up of guests do too! Check out the "Happiness Is" podcast on all of your podcast providers & don't forget to subscribe! You can watch the shows on https://www.facebook.com/happinessiseggshaped.org and on our YouTube Channel. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https
Episodes
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Happiness Is... Mark Lee PART ONE [Ep 158]
Happiness is Mark Lee.... Part One (Few issues!!) Mark Lee is a hero!!! A scrum half like no other, a 7s Legend, an UNBELIEVABLE pass, a career in the army (mostly playing rugby!), a farmer, a coach and a fantastic man. I loved meeting up with Scruff recently and we made a date to record a pod. I...
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Happiness Is... Jake Walker [Ep 157]
I didn’t know anything about Visually Impaired Rugby until I was introduced to the incredible Jake Walker. He does it all! He plays, coaches, fund raises, builds partnerships, promotes on social media, does the website… and he’s determined to grow the game. I’d love to help. It was a really...
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Happiness Is... Beth Blacklock [Ep 156]
Beth’s smile is her trademark. She’s a class act and makes the world a better place. She’s got stories to tell and the next chapter in France is exciting! I loved working with her in Hong Kong this year and she dialled in from Canada to record the pod! Globetrotter! Happiness is Beth Shaped
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Happiness Is... Freddie Owsley [Ep 155]
Everyone I speak to about Fred comments about how good a human he is. I didn’t know his story but we’ve met a few times and after he posted on instagram about his next chapter, I sent him a messaged and asked for a chat. I learnt a lot! He’s like a Duracell Bunny! I hope you enjoy listening as…
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Happiness Is... Lisa Neumann [Ep 154]
I don’t often have guests I’ve never met, but Lisa replied to my DM after posting on Instagram about her life as an international player with a job and all the other things she juggles. I absolutely loved the chat and I can’t wait to meet in person for a (good) coffee somewhere! Lisa is an…
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Happiness Is... James Lang [Ep 153]
A social media darling who is always keen to perform! Langer is full on and is up for a chat and a laugh. I’ve chased him for a long time and he kept promising to join me for a chat, I finally pinned him down and it was a lot of fun to listen to his story. I hope you enjoy it too!
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Happiness Is... Robin Hislop [Ep 152]
Langholm only ever produce good people and Bomber is one of the best. He’s had a great career in the game and has A LOT of stories to tell. I’ve loved getting to know him and he’s developing into an outstanding event host, MC and after dinner speaker. I loved chatting to him for the pod and there...
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Happiness Is... Glen McLellan [Ep 151]
The Come Ashore Cup is happeningTHIS WEEKEND! All the best bits of being in the rugby community coming together. I spoke to Orkney LEGEND Glen McLennan about the origins, history and the future. SEE YOU THERE!
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Happiness Is... Russ Mill [Ep 150]
I can’t wait for the Come Ashore Cup! Using rugby to bring people together and make the world a better place, the organisers just keep building! In memory of Alexander Mill, the weekend event raises awareness and funds for charities and there are opportunities for EVERYONE to talk about mental...
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Doddie Aid - Bonus Show with Sir John Kerwin
You thought we were done?!??!?!?!! What a way to round off the 2026 edition of Doddie Aid by having a chat with the Rest of the World Captain, the one and only, All Blacks Legend, Sir John Kerwin!
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Wednesday Night Live - with Hamish Weir, Mark Beaumont & Rob Wainwright
This is it! The final day of Doddie Aid 2026 and with that, the final show of the Wednesday Night Live, but we go out with a bang! Joining Bruce this week will be Team Scotland Captain Hamish Weir as well as the Godfather of Doddie Aid Rob Wainwright and the incredible Mark Beaumont!
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Wednesday Night Live - with Mark & Steph Williams and Laura-Jane Jones
Week Four of Doddie Aid and we have an incredible Wednesday Night Live for you! Joining Bruce will be the legends of Team Wales, Mark & Steph Williams as well as the Captain Laura-Jane Jones!
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Wednesday Night Live - with Caroline Blair & Archie Curzon
Week three of Doddie Aid is upon us and Bruce Aitchison is joined by some fantastic guests...the one & only Caroline Blair will be joined by Jamie from Wild Scottish Sauna who are aiming for 2 million steps during Doddie Aid 2026. We will be then joined by the CEO of Clapham, Chief Chat Officer…
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Wednesday Night Live - with Jessica Lee & Davy Zvw
Join Bruce for Wednesday Night Live for week two of Doddie Aid! My Name'5 Doddie Foundation Director of Research Jessica Lee will be joining Bruce to give us an update on where your fundraising goes in terms of research. Also, we are delighted to be joined by the one & only Davy Zyw! Davy, who…
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Wednesday Night Live - with Lisa Thomson & Tara Carrick
It wouldn’t be Doddie Aid without Wednesday Night Live hosted by the one & only Bruce Aitchison! Joining Bruce this week is Scotland Rugby Legend Lisa Thomson and Pro-Golfer & My Name Is Doddie Foundation Ambassador Tara Carrick! Get all the latest news & highlights of the first week of Doddie…
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Doddie Aid 2026 - Launch Show with Rob Wainwright
Doddie Aid is back and who better to tell us all about it than the Godfather of Doddie Aid, Rob Wainwright alongside Happiness Is Egg Shaped's Bruce Aitchison! Still time to sign up at Doddieaid.com
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Happiness Is... Emma Uren [Ep 149]
I absolutely loved speaking to Emma Uren. She is an inspirational human who has already achieved so much and has so much determination for more. Emma is a fantastic role model, and I have no doubt this podcast will lift you up. Happiness is Egg Shaped
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Happiness Is... Lindsey Gibson [Ep 148]
It's a well-known saying that a day out of Hawick is a day wasted... this week's guest is wasting a lot of days!!! I've known Lindsey Gibson for a long time. He's set up camp for the last few years in Bahrain. He's got a story to tell, and I was delighted that he found some time for a chat.
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Happiness Is... Peter Winterbottom [Ep 147]
Peter Winterbottom was a respected (and feared) player. His desire to challenge himself was immense, playing at highest level with the Lions, but also playing in both NZ & South Africa. More recently, he's taken on HUGE endurance challenges to raise funds & awareness for various charities,...
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Happiness Is.. Robert Lynch & Andy Jarrett [Ep 146]
Rugby is once again bringing people together to support members of the rugby family. I spoke to Robert Lynch & Andy Jarrett about the upcoming game to raise funds & awareness for great causes. If you are able to support, please get involved. Happiness is Egg Shaped
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Happiness Is... Vivian Bahlmann [Ep 145]
Anyone who listens to me will know... I think what makes rugby special is the people you meet, the relationships you build, the experiences you share, the places you go, and the memories you make. I went to Amsterdam as coach of the Penguins men's XV squad. It was the first tour where the men and...
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Happiness Is... Bryan Easson Returns [Ep 144]
Women's Six Nations Podcast Special Scotland take on Italy this Sunday at Hive Stadium. Scotland Head Coach, Bryan Easson joins me to reflect on the first 2 games and look ahead to the rest of the tournament. It's a World Cup year, so EVERYTHING counts! I always enjoy Bryan's chat! Happiness is…
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Classic Happiness Is... Zoe Aldcroft
Check out my chat from December 2021 with the current Red Roses Captain Zoe Aldcroft When Zoe Aldcroft was named as the best player in the world, I was delighted but not surprised. Her performances recently have been outstanding and it seems like there is still lots more to come. A very humble...
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Happiness Is... Mickey Weir [Ep 143]
A treat from our other podcast, Goals & Glory... He's here! He's there! Mickey Weir was dynamite and everything I loved about Hibs, passionate, quick, skillful and played with a smile. He was wee and that just made him even cooler. He was my big brother's favourite, he was a lot of people's...
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Happiness Is... Joe Tortolano [Ep 142]
A treat from our other podcast, Goals & Glory... A Hibby who will forever be in Hibs Folklore, from Stirling to Easter Road to Sunset Beach... The Gordon Rae testimonial is a happy memory from my childhood! Joe T is constantly reminded of it and although Gordon Strachan has forgiven him, not sure...
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Happiness Is... Sandra Soler-Gomez [Ep 141]
Sandra Soler-Gomez is an absolute FORCE of NATURE. Sandra has a phenomenal impact on so many players, and her contribution to the game is priceless. You always leave a chat with Sandra better than when you arrived. I loved talking to her, I hope you enjoy listening.
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Happiness Is... Adam Sinclair [Ep 140]
Adam Sinclair has an interesting story to tell. I've got to know him recently, and I've enjoyed being in his circle. He wants to make the world a better place, and he's learnt a lot from his experience in rugby. I always enjoy chatting to him. I hope you enjoy listening.
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Happiness Is... Lizzie Musa [Ep 139]
I'm was ABSOLUTELY delighted to have the AMAZING Lizzie Musa, AKA Ruckstar Lizzie, as my guest on the pod. She is AWESOME! She's always smiling and full of positive energy. I was delighted to meet Lizzie ON TOUR with Penguin International Rugby Football Club. I've watched her journey with pride.…
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Happiness Is... Roddy Deans [Ep 138]
I've badgered, pestered, and harassed this guy for years. He FINALLY agreed to be a guest. He's been an opponent. He's been a teammate. He's been a colleague. He's ALWAYS been a friend. I love the guy. This is part 1. There MUST be more. Happiness is, was, and always will be Roddy Deans Shaped....
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Happiness Is... Fiona Burnet [Ep 137]
Fiona Burnet seems to have 26 hours in her day! She is an elite level athlete, while working in a job that makes the world a better place. I absolutely loved chatting to her, I hope you enjoy listening. Happiness is Fiona Burnet Shaped
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Happiness Is... Amy Costello [Ep 136]
I've known of Amy Costello for a long time, I've enjoyed watching her journey from afar. I absolutely loved having the opportunity to chat to her about her life so far and the exciting things that lie ahead. She is a fantastic role model. I loved talking to her, I hope you enjoy listening....
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Happiness Is... Jordan Edmunds [Ep 135]
I've known Jordan Edmunds for a long time. It has been an absolute joy to watch his journey and see everything he has achieved. From club, to pro, 7s on the circuit for Scotland and GB, playing for Edinburgh, and even having a tournament named after him... He's remained humble, hard working, and…
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Happiness Is... Rob Robertson & Pete Burns [Ep 134]
Murrayfield is a special place to me. I've had so many happy moments there, shared with so many people. I could watch the grass grow. Rob Robertson & Pete Burns have written an incredible book to celebrate the 1st 100 years of Murrayfield, about 100 memorable games. It's a cracker. I loved…
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Happiness Is... WP Nel [Ep 133]
I take HUGE delight announcing at Murrayfield & the Hive, especially this guy... W... P... NEL! I still get people shouting this at me! He's an amazing human, a gentle giant. It was great to speak to him from his home in South Africa, I hope you enjoy listening.
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Happiness Is... Kaleem Barretto [Ep 132]
Kaleem Barretto has a great story to tell, and he's not finished yet. You can't help but smile when you speak to him, and he's on a mission! I loved it, I hope you enjoy listening.
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Happiness Is... Matt Scott [Ep 131]
I always enjoy chatting to Matt Scott, he has had an amazing career and gathered some phenomenal memories. I was delighted to see him arrive back in Edinburgh this season. I loved chatting to him, I hope you enjoy listening.
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Happines Is... Taylor Winyard [Ep 130]
Happiness is Taylor Shaped! Taylor Winyard is delivering the match ball at the Scotland Women v Fiji Women at the Hive Stadium. Taylor is an inspirational, RECORD BREAKING athlete who has conquered both the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans!!! Friend to Rachel Malcolm & many of the Scotland Women, she…
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Happiness Is... Mick Colliss [Ep 129]
I didn't know Mick Colliss until Facebook brought him into my life. I'm so glad it did! A rugby loving Australian who like me, loves Clubland and enjoys talking! His story is hilarious, and he is bringing it to the Edinburgh Festival from the 19th - 25th August. I loved chatting to him, I hope…
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Happiness Is... Budge Pountney, Stuart Thom & Alan Bateman [Ep 128]
Happiness is... The Long Run Stuart Thom is at it again! This time, it's a run from Gloucester to Northampton, and he's gathered an awesome team to join him. I was delighted to be joined by Budge Poutney and Alan Bateman to hear all about the challenge to raise funds & awareness for My Name'5...
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Happiness Is... Sandra Colamartino [Ep 127]
🎉 HAPPINESS IS... PODCAST SPECIAL 🎉 Scottish Rugby's very first women's captain, Sandra Colamartino, is the Podcast guest. I met Sandra a year ago. I didn't know her story. A lot has happened in a year. We talk THAT World Cup, the upcoming play all about it, the past, the present & the future!…
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Happiness is... Cammy Hutchinson [Ep 126]
I've known Cammy for a few years and watched his progress from afar. He smiles and laughs and has time for everyone. He was playing part-time and working for a removal company, helping me to move house! It was great to chat to him. I loved watching him at Edinburgh, and was sad to see him go to...
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Happiness Is... Prof Tom Gillingwater [Ep 125]
ALL ROADS LEAD TO ROME SPECIAL Late last year, I spoke to Ian Barr & Rob Boyns, the Captains of the Dodd1e'5 Gr4nd S7am Team. They had the mad idea of cycling from Murrayfield to Rome for the Scotland v Italy 6N match. If that wasn't daft enough, it will visit Dublin, Cardiff, London, Paris…
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Happiness Is... Ally Hogg [Ep 124]
The Happiness is... Podcast with Ally Hogg I've known Hoggy for years, and when we coached together, we became good mates. I loved watching him play for Edinburgh and Scotland and went down to Kingston Park on a cold Friday to see him with Falcons. His attitude toward the game (& life) was…
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Doddie Aid Live with guests Jamie Ritchie & Rob Wainwright [Ep 123]
By popular demand… Doddie Aid live is back!! Join Bruce from Happiness is Egg Shaped as he chats with Scotland & Team Edinburgh captain Jamie Richie & our leader Rob Wainwright! Still time to sign up for Doddie Aid at doddieaid.com
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Happiness Is... Rob Wainwright & Kelly Brown - Doddie Aid 2024 Preview [Ep 122]
DoddieAid kicks off on January the 1st. I caught up with the man behind it all, Rob Wainwright and South Team Captain, Kelly Brown. Great to hear their passion for Doddie Aid, keeping the legacy going and the Big Man himself. Sign up for Doddie Aid 2024 by heading to doddieaid.com or downloading...
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Happiness Is... Dodd1s'5 Gr4nd S7am [Ep 121]
Dodd1s'5 Gr4nd S7am, Road to Rome Rob Wainwright's next crazy adventure, 'All Roads Lead to Rome' to bring the curtain down on DoddieAid 2024 for the 6N match between Italy & Scotland, has been discussed and plans have been made. Enter Rob's disciplines, Ian Barr & Rob Boyns. They've taken the...
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Happiness Is... Kenny Logan [Ep 120]
I loved watching Kenny Logan, and he's become my mum's favourite after she read his autobiography. We've met a few times and share a passion for raising funds and awareness for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. I ran a marathon, he's walking and cycling from Edinburgh to Paris! Check out -...
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Happiness Is... Allan "CHUNK" Jacobsen [Ep 119]
A cult hero in Scottish Rugby and everything we love about a prop. He's funny, honest & in this pod, reflective. Please listen, I promise it'll only make you love him more. I absolutely LOVED it, and he will be back for part 2. Happiness is CHUNK Shaped
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Happiness Is... World Cup Weekly! with guests Gordy Reid & Brother Sea (7th Sept 2023) [Ep 118]
On the eve of the Rugby World Cup, join Bruce, the legend Gordy Reid and the brilliant Brother Sea for a preview of this weekend's action! Recorded live on Thursday 7th September 2023 in association with Fill Your Boots - The Social Network for Grassroots Rugby. Register free at fybrugby.com today!
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Happiness Is... Andy Cramond [Ep 117]
I've known Andy Cramond for a long time and I was delighted when he moved to France. No one, Andy included, could've predicted how long he'd stay and the career he would have. A Scotsman abroad, enjoying life and playing at a high level. Andy is back in Edinburgh and it was great to see him again...
About this show
3RD PLACE "BEST RUGBY PODCAST" at The Sports Podcast Awards 2025!
Happiness Is Egg Shaped's Bruce Aitchison explores peoples passions, what makes them happy and chatting about their hopes and dreams for the future.
We all know that Bruce loves a chat and the amazing line up of guests do too!
Check out the "Happiness Is" podcast on all of your podcast providers & don't forget to subscribe!
You can watch the shows on https://www.facebook.com/happinessiseggshaped.org and on our YouTube Channel.
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