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Forty20 Rugby League Podcasts

Forty20
Rugby League
Leeds Rhinos
Rob Burrow
Super League
Women's Rugby League
Warrington
Hull FC
Leeds
International Rugby League
London Broncos
Wigan
Huddersfield
Motor Neurone Disease
Women's Challenge Cup
Wigan Warriors
Wembley
Samoa Test Series
Catalan Dragons
England Women's Team
Yorkshire

A podcast about Rugby League from the people who bring you Forty20 Magazine. Hosted by Richard Shaw-Wright, Forty20 magazine's Phil Caplan and former Super League match official James Child, a weekly look at the world of Rugby League and the occasional special guest as well! Shortlisted for Best Rugby Podcast at the 2024 and 2025 Sports Podcast Awards.

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Latest Episodes

A Grand Final, coaching changes, and Jake Connor isn't in the England squad, to the surprise of no-one, but hasn't stopped them being upset regardless...

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A proper Super Sunday of Rugby League to look back on, with champions crowned from Greater Manchester, Queensland and the South of France, a repeat Grand Final to look forward to, and concentrating as much as we can on, rather than off the field...

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Ahead of this weekend's Women's Grand Final, Richard de la Riviere from womensrl.com joins us to talk about that, and a very busy weekend on the pitch where there were comebacks galore, Leigh impressing across the park, Halifax winning the Wheelchair... more

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We were at the presentation of the 2025 Super League Dream Team this week, and spoke to a load of Rugby League people, so here they are!

00:00 Intro

00:41 Adrian Lam

04:16 Umyla Hanley

06:29 Daryl Powell

11:33 Mike McMeeken

15:58 Paul Wellens

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Recent Guests

Shani Kraus
Rugby League player and author of her autobiography
Episode: Forty20 LIVE: 29th September 2025
Mike McMeeken
Prop forward and Dream Team representative for Wakefield Trinity
Wakefield Trinity
Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Lewis Martin
Top tri-scorer and Dream Team player from Hull FC
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Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Matt Peet
Head Coach of Wigan Warriors
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Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Umyla Hanley
Dream Team center and player for Lee Leopards
Lee Leopards
Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Adrian Lam
Head Coach of Lee Leopards
Lee Leopards
Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Daryl Powell
Head Coach of Castleford Tigers
Castleford Tigers
Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Morgan Knowles
Player for St Helens
St Helens
Episode: Forty20 and the Dream Team
Sam Lisone
Community rugby player and former player at Leeds
Hull Rugby League
Episode: Forty20 LIVE: 14th July 2025

Hosts

Richard Shaw-Wright
Host of the show with extensive experience in sports journalism and Rugby League analysis.
Phil Caplan
Co-host and editor of Forty20 Magazine, known for his expert commentary and insights on Rugby League.
James Child
Co-host and former Super League match official, providing a unique perspective on the sport.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 268 ratings
  • Pedestrian crossing

    RSW does a great job hosting, James Child is super knowledgeable and articulate and Phil is just rugby league royalty. Love it. Don’t love the noise of the pedestrian crossing being the star of the show every week though!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iPodtouch15381538
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Dreary

    Dull and dreary take on rugby league in the UK.

    Characterised by a downbeat and mumbling presentation, and disdain for ‘normal’ supporters with a different view.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stewbert H
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant pod

    RSW does a great job hosting, James Child is super knowledgeable and articulate and Phil is just rugby league royalty. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iPodtouch15381538
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fab podcast - but please record louder

    The content is fab, but please turn the microphones up - I listen to loads of load casts on headphones when I run

    If you listen on headphones or in the car it’s very quiet

    But love it all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gav Dodd of Halifax
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Top Rugby League Chat and Banter

    I have listened to this show avidly since the days on Yorkshire Radio. The team are expertly informed on the game and serve up a weekly round up of everything rugby league with great humour.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KP245
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Many reviews praise the chemistry of the hosts and their ability to discuss various topics spiritedly.
The hosts are knowledgeable about Rugby League and create engaging content.
Listeners appreciate the humor interspersed with analysis.
Some critiques include concerns about sound quality during recordings.
Fans value the insights provided by former players and officials who share personal stories.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#210
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Apple Podcasts
#20
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#39
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#121
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#2
Mexico/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#41
New Zealand/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Forty20 Podcast with Becca Thompson
Q: Are you enjoying it? Did you ever want to be a commentator when you were younger?
I don't think I ever really thought about commentary, I was more inclined towards coaching. But now I really enjoy it.
Forty20 LIVE: 14th July 2025
Q: How difficult was the decision to decide to move on to Hull?
It wasn't difficult at all, if I'm being honest. Hull was probably my only, that was the only contract I had.
Forty20 LIVE: 14th July 2025
Q: How important do you think the message is that you can give to the kids?
It's really important, especially at this age where they're sort of figuring out what they want to do.
Forty20 Podcast with Kelsey Gentles
Q: Was it difficult to leave Castleford?
Yes, leaving Castleford was hard for Kelsey as she loved her time there, but felt undervalued and needed better opportunities.
Forty20 Podcast with Kelsey Gentles
Q: What sort of support do women get when they have the need for surgery, rehab, scans? Is that support there for you?
Kelsey mentioned initial support is available, but there are challenges, especially concerning surgeries due to costs.

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Recent guests on Forty20 Rugby League Podcasts include:

1. Shani Kraus
2. Mike McMeeken
3. Lewis Martin
4. Matt Peet
5. Umyla Hanley
6. Adrian Lam
7. Daryl Powell
8. Morgan Knowles

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