The Rugby Pod
The RingerThe 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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 502 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedySportsRugby | |||
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Plenty to get stuck into as the URC semi-finals are locked in, the Premiership top-four race goes down to the final day, and rugby delivers drama everywhere you look. Bigs, Goodey and Jim chat State of Origin lessons, Shaun Edwards’ shock France exit... more
French rugby takes centre stage this week after a dominant EPCR finals weekend, with Bordeaux-Begles battering Leinster 41-19 to claim the Champions Cup and Montpellier beating Ulster 59-26 in the Challenge Cup. The lads dig into how the Top 14 has o... more
It’s a massive week as the lads react to the URC quarter-finals being locked in, Glasgow’s statement win in Belfast, Cardiff’s huge result over the Stormers and Connacht emerging as dark horses. We look ahead to the Champions Cup final in Bilbao and ... more
This week on The Rugby Pod, the lads dive into the RFU backing Steve Borthwick despite England’s worst Six Nations in 50 years, as questions continue to be asked about direction. There’s plenty of beef across the Premiership and URC with Saracens fin... more
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- A loose game
Generally enjoy the banter and the broad coverage of the 6 Nations but seriously Goodey - Scotland’s last back to back wins were in 1984? Doesn’t a Grand Slam in 1990 imply back to back wins? Surprised no one picked that up….Jim.
Apple Podcasts4Khlongtoei
United Kingdom3 months ago - A final comment
I previously made comment about the show but nothing has changed. As such I now give and provide this information for new listeners who may wonder what takes place. This is a rough running order for every show assuming a one hour edition…
1st minute to Minute 5 - General discussion about what they all got up to in the previous few days
Minute 5 to Minute 55 - In depth conversation about the English Premiership, discussion about incidents without explanation what they actually were for listeners ... more
Apple Podcasts1Roger OverUnited Kingdom5 months ago - 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 Podcasts5Artie SaveaUnited Kingdom6 months 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 Podcasts3Schm0seyUnited Kingdom6 months ago Class chat and insight as always
Podcast Addict56 months agoKnightofKneee
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Apple Podcasts | #1 |  United States/Sports/Rugby |
Spotify | #87 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #11 | United Kingdom/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby |
Apple Podcasts | #7 |  Canada/Sports/Rugby |
Apple Podcasts | #48 | United Kingdom/Sports |
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This rugby-focused show blends in-depth sport analysis with banter and insider stories. Episodes commonly dissect domestic and European leagues, player movement, coaching strategies, and governance or financial issues impacting the pro game, all while peppered with travel tales and sponsor plugs. A steady stream of high-profile guests—former internationals, coaches, and executives—provides firsthand perspectives on tactics, development, and the sport's growth. Noteworthy is the mix of peak-level analysis, outspoken host banter, and frequent live-show promotions, which together create a lively, opinionated listening experience that also offers practical coaching and strategic insights for teams, sponsors, and media partners.
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1. For The Love Of Rugby
2. The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
3. Rugby Union Weekly
4. The Ruck
5. Flats and Shanks
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The Rugby Pod launched 11 years ago and published 502 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. Nick Easter
2. Alun Walker
3. Billy Searle
4. Lawrence Delalio
5. Mark Wilson
6. Jean de Villiers
7. Sam Vesty
8. Paolo Garbisi
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