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Coaching Culture with Ben Herring

Ben Herring
Rugby
Coaching
Leadership
Culture
Team Culture
Team Dynamics
Coaching Culture
Coaching Philosophy
Communication
Rugby Culture
Rugby Coaching
Team Building
Japan
Polynesian Culture
Coaching Strategies
High Performance
Youth Development
Emotional Intelligence
Coaching Techniques
All Blacks

Coaching Culture with Ben Herring is your weekly deep-dive into the often-overlooked “softer skills” of coaching—cultural innovation, communication, empathy, leadership, dealing with stress, and motivation. Each episode features candid conversations with the world’s top international rugby coaches, who share the personal stories and intangible insights behind their winning cultures, and too their ... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Kindley
GM of the Hurricanes (New Zealand)
Hurricanes, New Zealand Rugby
Episode: How the Hurricanes Value Culture. Tom Kindley
John Dams
Performance strategist for Kitman Labs and developmental coach
Kitman Labs
Episode: The Real Job of a Coach Isn't What You Think...John Dams
Nemani Nandolo
Former professional rugby winger, now Fiji Drua development coach
Fijian Drua
Episode: The Hardest Transition Of My Life Nemani Nandolo
Joe Rokocoko
Former All Black, rugby coach
Racing 92, France
Episode: Dark Moments Build Great Players. Joe Rokocoko
Alex Laybourne
Head coach of the Swedish national rugby team; CEO of Power to Inspire
Power to Inspire; Swedish Rugby
Episode: Alex Laybourne: Swedens rise to Top 30 on a shoestring
Gary Gold
Senior rugby coach with two decades at top international level
Episode: Gary Gold: What Coaches Get Wrong With Culture.
Philo Tiatia
Iconic player and coach with experience at Hurricanes, All Blacks, Japan national team, and Dragons
Dragons (Head Coach)
Episode: Filo Tiatia: Edge And Empathy In Coaching
David Nusafora
Architect of Ireland's rise in rugby, involved in growing the base to support high performance
Ireland Rugby
Episode: How Community Rugby Sustains Elite Performance, and How You can See it
Felipe Contempomi
Figure involved in Argentina rugby culture and club rugby growth
Argentinian rugby environment
Episode: How Community Rugby Sustains Elite Performance, and How You can See it

Host

Ben Herring
Host of Coaching Culture with a focus on leadership, culture, and practical coaching strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 260 ratings
  • Reflections

    Awesome podcast, especially for a young aspiring coach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perksie94
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Great Show

    Insightful interviews with some of the best coaches in the game. Have been enjoying the reflections - useful in both sports coaching and applying to business. I really look forward to each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    patb1au
    Australia8 months ago
  • Top quality

    Engaging and thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomsk50
    Australia8 months ago
  • Coaching Culture with Ben Herring

    Brilliant episodes with so much wisdom that they need repeat listening. Podcasts don't come better than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teldrum
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Share each episode

    I’m a rugby guy and I love the rugby detail. But the resonance for me is the insights from the guests on culture. Take out the word “rugby” and replace it with ‘business’ or ‘organisation’ and the impact is just as big. Folk like Mike Cron have lessons for all people who lead or aspire to lead any group. 10 out of 10; would highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbie C4231
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Coaching insights translate well from rugby to business teams.
High-quality conversations with deep, actionable takeaways.
Guests share practical, battle-tested strategies on culture and leadership.
The host features thoughtful, honest discussions with top coaches.

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#41
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Apple Podcasts
#20
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#35
France/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#42
Australia/Sports/Rugby
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#58
Italy/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alex Laybourne: Swedens rise to Top 30 on a shoestring
Q: What concrete actions did you take to shift the mentality and drive results over five years?
I leaned on the players, involved the leadership group, clarified the game model, and created a flat, coach-led but player-driven structure so players could own and challenge the system. We set a five-year plan focusing on promotion, sustaining success, and ultimately reaching top 30.
Joe Launchbury on Leadership, Culture & Accountability in Rugby
Q: Now, Joe, you have had a stellar career. And what we like to talk about here is culture. So how would you define culture from your experience of professional rugby?
Culture is the collective ability of the whole squad—players, coaches, and staff—to do what they say they will do, live by shared values, and embody behaviors consistently, especially through tough times.
Felipe Contepomi: When Your Greatest Strength Becomes Your Biggest Flaw
Q: How do you define culture in your teams?
Culture is defined by daily behavior and how people act in practice, not just by what is said; it grows when bad habits are replaced with good ones and evolves as the team develops.
Greg Cooper: Character will beat talent.
Q: What is one belief you have about culture that your peers might disagree with?
I don't expect to keep everyone happy; I prioritize consistent standards and ensure that even those not in the match-day 23 feel respected and informed, while still allowing for accountability and performance to drive selection.
Gordon Tietjens: I Coach Intensity Before Tactics
Q: What advice would you give a young coach?
Believe in what you're doing and never pretend to be someone you're not, focusing on being authentic in your coaching approach.

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A weekly deep-dive into coaching culture, leadership, and the soft skills that drive performance in rugby. Episodes feature candid conversations with world-class rugby coaches, exploring topics like communication, psychological safety, empathy, and team culture, often tying those lessons to real-world coaching challenges, both on and off the field. Noteworthy is the emphasis on authentic leadership, practical frameworks, and stories of growth from high-performance environments, making it valuable for coaches and leaders seeking to foster durable cultures rather than chase quick wins.

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2. John Dams
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