Michael Hooper is a distinguished former professional rugby union player, best known for his role as an openside flanker and for captaining the Australian national team, the Wallabies.
We spoke about his playing career, life after footy, his transition to business and work with RCVRI, the current state of rugby union, and plenty more in between.
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00:00 – Michael Hooper's Experience in Dubai
02:02 – Rugby Sevens and Its Evolution
04:12 – Transition Between Rugby League and Rugby Union
08:13 – Administration and Player Conduct
12:30 – Michael Hooper's Early Life and Career
20:22 – Influences, Leadership and Team Dynamics
45:13 – Challenges and Opportunities in Rugby Union
50:26 – Future of Rugby Union and Player Recruitment
53:40 – Broadcast Rights and Territory Expansion in Sports
1:02:43 – Potential Collaboration Between Rugby Codes
1:03:56 – Recovery Business and Services
1:06:53 – Benefits of Recovery Techniques
1:14:21 – Hyperbaric Chambers and Post-Career Transitions
1:15:52 – Final Thoughts and Future Plans