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The Rugby Pod

The Ringer
Rugby World Cup
Six Nations
England Rugby
New Zealand National Rugby Team
Ireland National Rugby Team
Scotland Rugby
Champions Cup
Ireland Rugby
South Africa
Owen Farrell
Jean Kleyn
World Cup
Italy Rugby
Eddie Jones
Ben Youngs
Leinster Rugby
Premiership Rugby
Saracens
Christmas Decorating
Munster

The Rugby Pod with Big Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, Dan Biggar, Producer Rob and weekly guests is the most listened to Rugby podcast in the world. We cover all the latest news, rumours insight and stories, but with plenty of humour, opinions and the best interviews from the game, including current and former internationals. Follow us on social media and send us in your questions to chat through each ... more

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Latest Episodes

The Rugby Pod is back for 2026 and the lads kick off the new year by rounding up a huge festive period of rugby before looking ahead to what promises to be a blockbuster year. Jim, Goodey and Bigs dig into the Premiership at the halfway mark, picking... more

It’s a Christmas special as Jim, Goodey and Bigs wrap up a huge weekend of Champions Cup action, look back on a cracking 2025, and welcome England full-back Freddie Steward for a very open chat. There’s reaction to Glasgow’s historic comeback win ove... more

This week’s bonus episode is a special Rugby Pod × Fozcast crossover as Ben Foster and Tom Ochoa join Jim, Biggs and Goodey for a brilliant conversation that digs into what really separates, and connects, elite football and rugby. The lads compare th... more

The lads are buzzing after being named in the top 1% of podcasts globally on Spotify Wrapped. It ain't about us though, as The Rugby World Cup 2027 pools are out, the format’s changing, conspiracy theories are flying, and the lads are already calling... more

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Recent Guests

Freddie Steward
Leicester Tigers and England fullback
Leicester Tigers
Episode: #15 European Warriors, Freddie Steward Unfiltered, & 2025 Highlights
Gurthrö Steenkamp
Former Springbok prop and scrum coach
Has coached professional rugby teams in France
Episode: #12 Scrum Secrets with Steenkamp, Bath’s Big Statement, and Munster Stormed
Josh Adams
Winger for Cardiff and Wales, former Worcester Warriors player and 2019 World Cup top try scorer.
Cardiff Rugby
Episode: #8 England’s New Bomb Squad, Josh Adams on Welsh Revival, and Ireland Controversy in Chicago
Rob Calder
Chief Growth Officer of Premiership Rugby
Premiership Rugby
Episode: #3 Back with a Bang - English Rugby's Masterplan, Leinster Nilled and Sacha is Boks Office
Louis Rees-Zammit
Welsh rugby player returning from the NFL
Bristol Bears
Episode: #2 BIG Season Preview – Prem & URC Signings, Zammit Returns to the Pod + Red Roses’ RWC Final
Steve Diamond
Director of Rugby
Newcastle Falcons
Episode: #1 Red Bull Takeover, Saving Grassroots Rugby & Six Nations vs The Rugby Championship
George North
Welsh rugby player with over 100 caps for Wales and a two-time British and Irish Lion
Northampton Saints
Episode: George North: From Teen Prodigy to Lions Legend
Conor Murray
A celebrated Irish rugby player and former British and Irish Lions international
Irish Rugby Football Union
Episode: Conor Murray: Lions Legend, Ireland & Munster Great
Bernard Jackman
Former professional rugby player and current pundit
None mentioned
Episode: Episode 40 - Lions Land in Dublin: Argentina Spoil the Party, Selection Questions, & Faz Fallout

Hosts

James Hamilton
Co-Host known for his humor and analytical insights about rugby. James shares personal anecdotes from his time in the sport, providing a relatable touch to discussions.
Dan Biggar
Co-Host and established rugby player with significant international experience. Dan brings a seasoned perspective to discussions on current events in rugby and player dynamics.
Andy Goode
Co-Host and proficient rugby analyst known for his humorous takes and sharp commentary on match performances and player selections.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.8k ratings
  • Love your stuff!

    I love your show so much that I get told to go outside because I’m listening to it so much!!!!!🤣😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Artie Savea
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • More and more clickbait

    This used to be my absolute favourite rugby podcast, and would listen to it religiously.

    However, recently I’ve found more and more of the features to be aimed at clickbait headlines, so that they can put out a statement and get a reaction online to no doubt try to increase their listening figures.

    The most recent episode where Rob read out some sensationalist statements and wanted Jim & Goodey to comment is a perfect example, and made me switch off.

    I also appreciate the lads need to fund th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Schm0sey
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Class chat and insight as always

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KnightofKneee
    a month ago
  • Waffle

    Has anybody ever loved the sound of their own voice more than Andy Goode? Every point is laboured to within an inch of its life while really not providing much insight . If you took out all the repetition it would be about 20 mins long. He also comes across as a troll.

    Jim and Bigs are both great, they should keep it to the two of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Stu Peel
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Sadly becoming the English rugby pod

    Been listening from the start, but not sure if I will going forward. This is quickly becoming the england rugby podcast. Always the main focus, it used to be equal to the home nations. Boring

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Neeyal
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Negative feedback often revolves around underrepresentation of women's rugby and broader issues within the sport.
Listeners enjoy the podcast's blend of humor and sports analysis.
There is appreciation for the hosts' candid opinions and personal anecdotes from their rugby experiences.
Some feel there has been a shift towards focusing too heavily on English rugby, alienating fans of other national teams.

Chart Rankings

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

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#1
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#92
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
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#2
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Sports
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#3
Germany/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#15 European Warriors, Freddie Steward Unfiltered, & 2025 Highlights
Q: Freddie, how hard was the transition from being in and out of the England squad?
It was easily the toughest season I've had in my career, but it taught me a lot and ultimately made me a better player.
#4 Moody’s Battle, Diamond Falls, Autumn Nations Preview, Boks Roll & Dragons Rise
Q: What do you think about the future of rugby coaching roles?
Leicester's situation is intriguing; they have a spine to that team, but they're in transition.
#4 Moody’s Battle, Diamond Falls, Autumn Nations Preview, Boks Roll & Dragons Rise
Q: How do you feel about the current rugby scenario with the high-profile cases of MND?
There's a need to ask questions and understand why so many rugby players are diagnosed with MND.
#2 BIG Season Preview – Prem & URC Signings, Zammit Returns to the Pod + Red Roses’ RWC Final
Q: What do you see as the biggest difference between your time in the NFL and the competitive nature of the Premiership?
It's a completely different environment, but both sports demand a high level of commitment and skill.
#2 BIG Season Preview – Prem & URC Signings, Zammit Returns to the Pod + Red Roses’ RWC Final
Q: Louis, what prompted your decision to leave the NFL and return to rugby?
The experience was enriching, but ultimately I missed rugby and decided to make a comeback.

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Focused on rugby, this show combines a mixture of current sports news, humor, and insightful interviews, discussing both major events in the rugby world and the lighter aspects of the sport. Topics range from match analysis, player performances, and coaching changes, to personal stories and insights from guests who are both active and retired players. The hosts maintain a lively banter, which enriches the conversations and makes the content engaging for listeners who appreciate a mix of analysis and entertainment in sports.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Rugby Pod:

1. The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
2. Rugby Union Weekly
3. For The Love Of Rugby
4. The Ruck
5. Stick to Rugby

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The Rugby Pod launched 10 years ago and published 476 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 The Rugby Pod include:

1. Freddie Steward
2. Gurthrö Steenkamp
3. Josh Adams
4. Rob Calder
5. Louis Rees-Zammit
6. Steve Diamond
7. George North
8. Conor Murray

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