
No Rucks Given is a rugby podcast hosted by two current professional players - Paul Brown-Bampoe & Ross Vintcent - sitting down with fellow pros to tell the real stories behind the careers. From grassroots pitches to the elite level, we explore how players made it, the setbacks along the way, and what life in the game is actually like. No punditry. No filters. Just honest conversations from inside... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbySports | |||

This week on No Rucks Given, the tables are turned.
Ross Vintcent takes the interviewer’s seat as we finally dive into the story of NRG co-host Paul Brown-Bampoe - and the journey that took him all the way to professional rugby with Exeter Chiefs.
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In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Italian international and Benetton back-row powerhouse Sebastian Negri.Born on a farm in Zimbabwe, Seb’s story is one of resilience, sacrifice and determination. Forced to leave his home country wit... more
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Tom Hooper to unpack his rugby journey. From under-9’s flyhalf to destructive Wallaby forward, he’s carried his enthusiasm and passion for the game across the pond to Exeter where he is making some ... more
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Carwyn Tuipulotu to unpack a journey that’s had it all - early hype, tough setbacks, and a determined return to form. Now thriving at Pau, Carwyn shares the honest realities of chasing potential in ... more
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Came on this by accident, shall carry on listening, from a Cornish All Black supporter
Great listen as a chiefs supporter
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This rugby-focused interview show features two current pros hosting open, candid conversations with fellow players to reveal the realities behind professional careers. Episodes thread personal origin stories, adversity, training regimens, leadership, and life beyond the pitch—covering family, culture, injuries, comebacks, international debuts, and moves between clubs and countries. Notable throughlines include resilience, mentorship, and the human side of elite sport, with moments of humor, vulnerability, and practical insights for aspiring players and rugby enthusiasts alike. A standout aspect is the partners' willingness to explore identity and off-field ventures, offering a raw, inside view of life in rugby without punditry or filters.
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Recent guests on No Rucks Given Podcast include:
1. Sebastian Negri
2. Tom Hooper
3. Carwin Tuipulotu
4. Stephen Lorenzo Varney
5. Christ Tsiunza
6. Louis Lynagh
7. Scott Sio
8. Ethan Roots
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