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Rugby Unity

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Women's Rugby World Cup
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South Africa
Television Match Official (TMO)
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Hosted by Eddie Jones, Ewen McKenzie, and David Pembroke, Rugby Unity is the global rugby podcast that tackles the game’s biggest issues — on and off the field.

This is where strong opinions meet smart analysis.

Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie bring decades of international coaching experience at the very top level, while David Pembroke draws on 35 years as a rugby journalist and strategist.

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Latest Episodes

David Pembroke, Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie unpack the big agenda items that will be covered in the Shape of the Game conference in London, starting with the push to “depower” scrums and replace some restarts with free kicks. Eddie and Ewen are blu... more

Ireland dismantle England 42-21 at Twickenham and David Pembroke, Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie pull apart why it got ugly. Ewen says England simply did not turn up physically, fell off tackles, lost the aerial contest and never got to their usual at... more

Six Nations round three is stacked, and Rugby Unity goes straight to the pressure points. David Pembroke, Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie preview England v Ireland at Twickenham, including Jack Crowley starting at 10, Gibson-Park’s influence, and the b... more

What a weekend of Six Nations rugby! The panel of David Pembroke, Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie breakdown France’s slick skill, Scotland’s resilience, and Ireland’s relentless hustle. Plus, listen in as they scrutinize refereeing decisions, TMO contr... more

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Recent Guests

Libby Nankivell
Stalwart of the game of women's rugby and former vice president of the Queensland Rugby Union.
Queensland Rugby Union
Episode: Libby Nankivell: 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup recap + future plans
Cristian Rudloff
President of Chilean Rugby
Chile Rugby Union
Episode: Chile's Rugby World Cup journey: Cristian Rudloff
Rahul Bose
Bollywood legend, athlete, activist, and president of Rugby India
Rugby India
Episode: Rahul Bose’s vision for Indian rugby’s future 🇮🇳 – Part 1
Dr. Brett Robinson
Chairman of World Rugby
Episode: World Rugby Chair Dr. Brett Robinson - What's next for rugby?
Eddie Jones
Coach for Japan national rugby team
Japan Rugby Football Union
Episode: Red cards overturned + massive weekend of rugby
Lesley McKenzie
Head coach of the Japanese Women's Rugby Union team.
Japanese Rugby Union
Episode: The future of women’s rugby in Japan – with Lesley McKenzie
Sarah Massey
Managing Director of the Women's Rugby World Cup
World Rugby
Episode: Rugby World Cup 2025 – inside the making of a global phenomenon
Emily Chancellor
Co-captain of the Wallaroos
Australian National Women's Rugby Team
Episode: Wallaroos record win! Emily Chancellor previews USA clash
Bella McKenzie
Australian fly-half who debuted for Australia in 2019; notable for her participation in the 2022 World Cup.
Wallaroos
Episode: Inside the Women’s Rugby World Cup: Round 1 preview

Host

David Pembroke
Host and Co-founder of Rugby Unity, leveraging years of experience in sports journalism and strategy to engage listeners with a wide range of rugby topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 365 ratings
  • Get Eddie a better microphone

    Please! I want to listen to these insights! Give him a better microphone!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Troy & Abed in the mooooorning
    Australia7 months ago
  • Saved by Link

    The host is painful and should speak less. Eddie is as delusional as always and shows he’s been lucky to get as far as he has in rugby. Ewen saves the pod. He is a loss to the game in Australia and it’s great to hear his views.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lynagh
    Australia7 months ago
  • Astounding podcast

    Far and away the best rugby podcast out there. Find myself desperately refreshing the feed to catch next. Hopefully it continues through the rugby championship and beyond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LittlewoodLuke
    Australia7 months ago
  • Good

    Top class

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ozby1
    Australia9 months ago
  • Out at the pool stages

    If you don’t know anything about rugby don’t talk…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kmnvf
    Australia10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts are knowledgeable, but opinions can be polarizing.
High-quality production enhances the listening experience.
Unique insights from rugby's top minds.
Engaging content that appeals to a broad audience.
Community-focused discussions that resonate with rugby fans.
Conversations that blend analysis with passion for the game.

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#14
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Apple Podcasts
#13
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Apple Podcasts
#29
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#202
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#8
Italy/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#18
Germany/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Six Nations: Superb Scotland, Fearsome France and Ireland escape Italy!
Q: What are the thoughts on the role of TMO and referee control in the game?
Both hosts emphasized the need for referees to maintain control and limit TMO involvement to major foul play, underscoring a desire for consistency in officiating.
Six Nations: Superb Scotland, Fearsome France and Ireland escape Italy!
Q: What were the highlights from the weekend's Six Nations games?
Ewen highlighted France's performance against Wales, while David mentioned Scotland's exciting play and Ireland's competitiveness against Italy.
Six Nations Round 3: England v Ireland Showdown + Scotland eye up Wales & could France slip up against Italy
Q: Eddie Jones, what are the key things that people need to be understanding and looking for in the performances of their teams?
Both England and Ireland have a lot of pressure and need to bring their best to the tournament, especially in the crucial third game.
Rahul Bose on India's Rugby Premier League's Success - Part 2
Q: What can individuals do to make a contribution to Indian rugby?
Get involved by supporting marketing and funding initiatives for rugby development camps in India.
Rahul Bose on India's Rugby Premier League's Success - Part 2
Q: What does year two look like?
In year two, they aim to change player composition and introduce a women's league, while increasing marketing efforts.

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The podcast offers a compelling exploration of rugby's most pressing issues, both on and off the field. Hosted by seasoned personalities who combine extensive international coaching experience and journalism expertise, the episodes often feature in-depth discussions about major tournaments, coaching strategies, and player dynamics, with a particular focus on developments in women's rugby and the global growth of the sport. Unique insights, candid opinions, and expert analysis are hallmarks of the conversations, engaging a community of fans eager for a deeper understanding of rugby culture.

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Rugby Unity launched 3 years ago and published 115 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Rugby Unity include:

1. Libby Nankivell
2. Cristian Rudloff
3. Rahul Bose
4. Dr. Brett Robinson
5. Eddie Jones
6. Lesley McKenzie
7. Sarah Massey
8. Emily Chancellor

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