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The Rugby Pod with Big Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, Dan Biggar, Producer Rob and weekly guests is the most listened to Rugby podcast in the world. We cover all the latest news, rumours insight and stories, but with plenty of humour, opinions and the best interviews from the game, including current and former internationals. Follow us on social media and send us in your questions to chat through each week.

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Episode 26 - The Big Six Nations Wrap Up and The Showdown at Spurs! 1:17:18

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This week on The Rugby Pod , we wrap up an action-packed final round Six Nations action, with France lifting the trophy in Paris, England finishing second after their biggest-ever win over Wales, and Ireland pushed hard by Italy in Rome. Dan Biggar joins to break down England’s resurgence, and Wales’ ongoing struggles. Jim and Goodey also dive into France’s triumph over Scotland, some refereeing controversies, and what’s next for Gregor Townsend’s side. Plus, Scotland and Saracens’ Andy Onyeama-Christie joins us to chat about his incredible return from a brutal injury, ahead of Sarries vs. Quins at Spurs’ stadium. Don’t forget—we’re live at The Showdown 5 this weekend, so come and say hello. Subscribe now on Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Bigs & BOD - Dan Biggar & Ireland Legend Brian O'Driscoll - Ireland, Lions Mistakes & Common Sense 51:43

πριν 12 μέρες51:43

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Dan Biggar catches up with Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll to chat Ireland's Six Nations as well as giving his take on the current best centre pairings in the game. They take a walk down memory lane, revisiting Lions tours of the past, as well as discussing some of the harshest on field banter they experienced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 25 - Title Race Blown Wide Open - Les Bleus Blitz Dublin & England Let Loose 1:04:18

πριν 14 μέρες1:04:18

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We break down all the action from the penultimate round of Six Nations action, including France's blitz in Dublin, where a 7-1 bench gamble paid off against Ireland. England finally let loose at Allianz Stadium against Italy, with Ollie Chessum laying down a marker and Marcus Smith getting fans on their feet. Meanwhile, Scotland made it three in a row against Wales, albeit a second-half wobble highlighted some squad issues. The lads look ahead to the final round and ask can England or Ireland steal the title from new favourites France? Plus, lots of other news as The Lions squad announcement date is set and Jim's set for a run in with Marler at the Saracens-Quins Showdown 5 in a couple of weeks. Tune in, subscribe, and get ready for a big final weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Bigs & Gits - Dan Biggar and Wallabies Legend Matt Giteau - Lions Tour Preview 42:57

πριν 18 μέρες42:57

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Dan Biggar catches up with Wallabies legend Matt Giteau to chat Six Nations, the Lions, Aussie rugby as well as his stellar career. Gits gives an Aussie perspective on the potential Lions squad, including Marcus Smith’s versatility and shift to full-back, Prendgergast's development post Sexton, and how both Smith and Prendergast's journey's compare to his his own as a young Wallaby surrounded by legends like Larkham and Greegan. He also picks his dream Lions backline for the tour. Plus, he gives Bigs some insight on the Aussie squad, what's next post Joe Schmidt, and how the Wallabies are shaping up as a real threat for 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 24 - Lions Jobs on the Line in Six Nations Showdowns and Dublin D-Day 1:15:11

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The lads are back and feeling fresh from some winter sun in Miami and the Cayman Islands, and ready for a massive few weeks. With no Six Nations action last weekend, we’re taking a look at who has put their names forward for the Lions squad, including the big calls at 8 and 10. We’ll also preview this weekend’s massive matchups, with a bit of beef in the build up to Ireland v France) love to see it. The lads ask if Scotland need a statement win, or can Wales build on their momentum from their recent resurgence. Plus, will England let their players off the leash and put in a dominant performance against Italy, or will we see history at Allianz as the Italians look for their first ever win against England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 23 - Calcutta Cup Controversy, Wales Bounce Back in Cardiff but Ireland Roll on 1:08:42

πριν 28 μέρες1:08:42

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England have finally got their hands back on the Calcutta Cup, but was it Scotland throwing it away or England winning it? We get Jim’s take on a gut-wrenching defeat for the Scots and whether Finn’s Lions hopes have taken a hit, and Goodey and Bigs give their take on the England perfroemance. Wales put in a much-improved performance against Ireland—are they turning a corner? Ireland reclaims the triple crown with another strong performance from Prendergast. And France absolutely battered Italy to set up a massive game in Dublin. Plus, refereeing controversies, Lions chat, and tales from our live show with Super Gav. Enjoy and make sure you’re subscribed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Post-Match Reaction - Townsend, Borthwick & Itoje Review Calcutta Cup + Sherratt & Easterby on Welsh Resurgence 26:25

πριν 30 μέρες26:25

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After a cracking day of Six Nations action, we hear from the coaches and captains in the aftermath. Borthwick & Itjoe react to England’s performance, while Gregor Townsend gives Scotland's take on their disappointment and some big decisions. Matt Sherratt and Jack Morgan reflect on Wales’ incredible resurgence in Cardiff and whether he's considering making the role more permanent, while Simon Easterby and Dan Sheehan give their take on the atmosphere and another Irish victory and Triple Crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 22 - Calcutta Clash - Can England Finally Topple Scotland, and Warren Walks! 1:08:46

πριν 5 weeks1:08:46

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The Six Nations is back this weekend, but there’s been plenty to talk about off it too. Warren Gatland has walked just days after Wales’ 14th straight defeat—Bigs gives us the inside track on what really went down. We break down what his departure means for Wales, the impact of interim boss Matt Sherratt, and whether it gives them any hope against Ireland. Then, it’s all about the Calcutta Cup. England are riding high after their win over France, but could another loss to Scotland derail their progress at Allianz Stadium? We discuss Finn Russell’s Lions credentials, England’s selections, and our predictions for the weekend. Plus, is Fabien Galthié really under pressure after France’s slow start? We look at Italy v France and call our winners for all the key Six Nations clashes. Settle in, enjoy, and don’t forget to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Fly-Half Code - Johnny Wilkinson chats with Dan Biggar 1:02:11

πριν 6 weeks1:02:11

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Dan Biggar sits down with England legend Johnny Wilkinson for an exclusive chat on The Pod . The two fly-halves go deep into the pressures of international rugby and the mindset needed to perform at the highest level. Wilkinson reveals the best captain and leader he played under, the scrum-halves that got the best out of him, as well as his iconic Toulon team talk. The lads share stories about the coaches that got the best out of them and Bigs also gets Wilkinson’s take on Andy Farrell, Ireland, the current Six Nations, Fin Smith, the battle for the Lions’ No. 10 jersey and we cover more listener questions. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 21 - England Roll France, Italy Rise in Rome & The Irish Machine Runs over Scotland 1:11:19

πριν 6 weeks1:11:19

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The lads are on great form after a cracking weekend of Six Nations ruggers. They were at Allianz stadium for England v France, so they chat about the electric atmosphere and break down an England win in the context of the tournament, but also in terms of the Borthwick and Itoje eras — we also look at whether Finn Smith has cemented himself as the 10 over Marcus. We cover Ireland's impressive performance in Scotland as Prendergast continues his march as Sexton's successor. Jim gives his take on what it means for Scotland going into a huge game against England. Meanwhile, Italy’s well-managed win over Wales shows a new maturity, but also surely spells the end for Gatland. Plus, Joe Schmidt’s exit from Australia leads to speculation and some big names putting their names forward for the Wallabies gig. Don’t miss our legends lunch at Brigadiers in London this Saturday, tickets for this and our next live shows in Cardiff and Plymouth are on our website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Le Crunch, Le Craic and Le Colosseum - Six Nations Week 2 Preview with Goodey & Bigs! 51:20

πριν 7 weeks51:20

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Dan Biggar and Andy Goode are back to break down a massive weekend in the Six Nations. England welcome France to Allianz Stadium in a crunch match that could shape the title race for both teams— Can England’s new-look attack deliver? Scotland face Ireland in Edinburgh, where the Scots are desperate to derail Irish Grand Slam hopes. And in Rome, Wales have no room for error in a must-win clash against Italy. Biggar gives his take on what Wales need to fix, Goodey gives his England-French thoughts and whether Borthwick has got his selections right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 20 - England Falter, Ireland Fire & Scotland Survive Scare – Six Nations Round One Breakdown 1:10:24

πριν 7 weeks1:10:24

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Round one is done and dusted and how good is it to have the Six Nations back on our screens?! England showed some promise in the first half against Ireland, but a second-half fight back saw the hosts turn things around in Dublin—what went wrong for Borthwick’s men, and how did Ireland’s bench make the difference? Scotland made hard work of it against Italy but eventually pulled away, with Huw Jones stepping up in Tuipulotu’s absence. Meanwhile, France absolutely dismantled Wales in Paris—are they the team to beat this year, and are we seeing any real signs of improvement from Gatland’s side? We’ll be breaking it all down, looking ahead to round two, and answering your listener questions—including which past England player could turn things around and which players put their hands up for each team in the first round of action. Enjoy and make sure you're subscribed on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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6N Post-Match Reaction: Gatland, Borthwick, Itoje, Easterby, Doris & Prendergast 21:03

πριν 7 weeks21:03

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The Shaun Edwards Special - The Toughest Coach in Rugby 51:10

πριν 8 weeks51:10

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This week on The Rugby Pod , we’ve got a very special guest – we're joined by one of the most decorated and toughest coaches in either code of rugby, the legendary Shaun Edwards OBE. From his Wales Grand Slam-winning years to building France’s defensive juggernaut, Shaun gives us an insight into what makes him one of the sharpest minds in the game. Dan Biggar gets stuck in with his old coach, reminiscing about their first meeting in Wales camp, Shaun’s no-nonsense approach, and his famous defence from his 12 years with Wales. The lads also dive into his move to France, the World Cup heartbreak, and what’s next for Les Bleus heading into the Six Nations. Plus, we get Shaun’s take on Antoine Dupont, his coaching philosophy, and whether he fancies another shot at international head coaching… or even a return to the British & Irish Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 19 - The Big 6 Nations Preview! Coaching Shake-ups, TV Deals and Predictions 1:08:15

πριν 8 weeks1:08:15