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French RUGBY CONNECTIONS with Veronique Landew & Bill Hooper

Veronique Landew & Bill Hooper
Top 14
Toulouse
Champions Cup
France Rugby Team
Six Nations
Antoine Dupont
Leinster
Italy Rugby Team
Rugby
Scotland Rugby Team
Wales
La Rochelle
Bordeaux
Harlequins
Vannes
Six Nations Championship
French Rugby
Ireland Rugby Team
Rugby World Cup
French Rugby Team

Rugby Podcast with a Gallic twist (Warning: Strong French Accent from Veronique ;-) about the latest news about French Rugby: TOP 14, the 6 Nations, European Rugby, and the world of Rugby in 20 minutes! Subscribe now to the French Rugby Connections Podcast and don't miss out!

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Latest Episodes

France Edge England as Ramos Seals Six Nations Drama | French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast in 22 Minutes.

Veronique Landew and co-host Bill Hooper recap a dramatic Six Nations finale where France beat England with Thomas Ramos’ last-gasp penalty, leavi... more

France Stunned by Scotland, Then La Crunch Preview: Can Les Bleus Still Win the Six Nations? 

20 MINUTES LONG!

In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, Veronique Landew and co-host Bill Hooper react to France’s shock loss to Scotlan... more

France Cruise Past Italy: Six Nations Momentum, Squad Depth & Top 14/Pro D2 Updates

Veronique Landew nd co-host Bill Hooper recap France’s 38–8 win over Italy, noting three bonus-point wins from three, a high-pace attacking style, and a defense that... more

France vs Italy Preview: Squad Changes, Six Nations Weekend & Top 14 Updates | French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast!

French Rugby in 22 mins!

Veronique Landew and co-host Bill Hooper preview France vs Italy in Lille at Stade Pierre-Mauroy with the roof... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Dawes
Former England international rugby player and renowned coach
Episode: Unstoppable: France's Rugby Sevens and the Dupont Phenomenon & Graham Dawes (part 3)
Graham Dawe
Former England rugby international and coach
Formerly played for Bath and Plymouth Albion
Episode: A thrilling Top 14 Final & chat with Graham Dawe (part 1)

Hosts

Veronique Landew
Host/Co-host focusing on French rugby with occasional guest insights; extensive coverage of Six Nations, TOP 14, and European competition.
Bill Hooper
Co-host providing strategic rugby analysis, match previews, and historical context; backbone of the show's dynamic banter.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Un podcast amusant

    A fun Rugby podcast with a French persuasion, it’s good to see there is at least some grown up Rugby podcast content available.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sir Beckwood Fizzington
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • A fun, light-hearted take on French rugby!

    This is a fun podcast with two hosts who have good banter. Interesting guests and your best source of insight into the Top 14 in the UK!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheSanDiegan
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Good fun review of the game

    Good humoured, knowledgable, well-connected chat from the indomitable Veronique and Mike.

    Can’t wait for a troisième mi-temps autour d’un verre in London once we’re allowed out. Au Club Gascon, évidemment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TommieD_66
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Magnifique new rugby podcast

    Well done Veronique and Mike for an excellent new addition to the rugby podcast field, finding a great spot in that crowded market to focus on the game from a French perspective: mainly the Top 14 but European competition too. I enjoyed the player interviews and liked the promise of more to come. Learning a few words of French each week from you is handy too, even if I don’t aspire to be a Champions Cup referee. In the sad absence of any UK TV coverage of the French league, you are helping to il... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChalkyJ
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the banter and the pair's good chemistry.
Guests and insights are engaging and well-connected in the rugby world.
Personal touches and stories add depth beyond straightforward analysis.
The French perspective on Top 14 and international fixtures stands out for English-speaking audiences.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#181
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#103
France/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#115
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#240
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#29
Poland/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

French Rugby Rendez vous: Back From Bali to Blighty
Q: In your opinion, how many Champions Cups did the French team, the Irish teams and the English teams won altogether since the inception of the competition in 1996?
Veronique shared that 13 French clubs won the Champions Cup, the English 10 times, and the Irish 7 times.
A thrilling Top 14 Final & chat with Graham Dawe (part 1)
Q: What were the main differences between amateur and professional rugby?
He emphasized the camaraderie and friendships built during both periods, but suggested that professional rugby was more structured and demanding.
A thrilling Top 14 Final & chat with Graham Dawe (part 1)
Q: So what made you want to play rugby when you were younger?
Graham shares that it was a talented sports teacher who encouraged him that led him to choose rugby over orienteering.
The Olympics Rugby Sevens edition & Graham Dawe (part 2)
Q: So how did you manage to do that, Graham?
Graham explains that they had a good mix of young players with ambition and that the team focused on developing them, which led to their success.
Unstoppable: France's Rugby Sevens and the Dupont Phenomenon & Graham Dawes (part 3)
Q: Can you summarize his career so far and his highlights?
Graham Dawes was a hooker for England in the 1980s and 1990s and is now a renowned coach.

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This show centers on French rugby across TOP 14, Six Nations, and European action, with a strong emphasis on France's performance, player movement, and match previews. Listeners can expect expert host banter, strategic analysis, and colorful anecdotes about the French league and national team, often tying in player stories and historical context. Notably, the program blends accessible language with deep rugby knowledge, making it a solid pick for fans seeking both compact, insightful commentary and practical takes on upcoming fixtures and league developments.

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