
The long-ish tradition of Great Rugby Chats continues on 8/9 Rugby with an incredible array of guests, and available on YouTube and wherever you pod every week. Tune in every week as Brett McKay is joined by a revolving list of well-known guest co-hosts from all corners of the rugby world, combining to blend the perfect combination of passion, humour, nonsense, and genuine insight. And now in writ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 201 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Rugby writer, analyst and YouTuber John Ferguson joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene this week, to have a good think about what we’ve seen in Super Rugby Pacific over the first six weeks of the competition.
And with a look ahead at what’s comin... more
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene, for a look under the hood of the premiere southern hemisphere competition and examine the broader state of the game.
What’s made Super Rugby great this season has been the... more
Rugby YouTube star and wonderful content creator Huw Griffin is back with Brett McKay on 8/9 Rugby this week, to wrap up what has been universally decreed as the best Six Nations tournament ever.
Ultimately, France claimed a successive title by beat... more
Ben Smith from The West Australian newspaper joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene, to delve into the Western Force’s start to Super Rugby Pacific and take a look at a tough road ahead.
And of course, to cover off on the biggest news in Australia... more
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Sorry but I’m going to have to unsubscribe. Great content but Brett talking over the top of Harry is doing my head in.
We love it, obviously!
Great guests and chemistry between Brett and Harry. Crazy that you’ve only just met face to face for the first time!
I love that you guys are trying to find the fun in rugby, even when teams are not going well or you’re discussing negative things (like the state of Australia rugby…). At the end of the day we watch rugby to have fun and have a laugh.
I love the test post mortems as they are generally different to the normal discussions.
The 8/9 Combo is one of two rugby podcasts I simply won’t miss.
The quality of guest is excellent and the depth of discussion is unique.
It’s interesting, entertaining and, crucially, avoids the inane “banter” sometimes engaged in by rugger buggers.
Give it a shot.
Love it! But Brett please stop talking over Harry and guests!
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A lively rugby-focused show pairs Brett McKay with a rotating cast of guest co-hosts for informed, humorous discussions about both hemispheres' major competitions. Episodes blend sharp analysis of Super Rugby, Six Nations, and international rugby with personal anecdotes and candid guest insights, giving listeners context on teams, coaching decisions, and standout players while keeping the tone accessible and entertaining. Noteworthy is the format's versatility: frequent high-profile rugby guests, a strong chemistry between hosts, and the expansion into written content on Substack, alongside YouTube discussions, which broadens how fans consume the show.
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Recent guests on 8/9 Rugby include:
1. Jack Mesley
2. Huw Griffin
3. Ben Smith
4. Harry Jones
5. Jamie Lyle
6. Jamie Lyall
7. Michael Atkinson
8. Patrick McCarry
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