
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 509 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbyComedySports | |||

The Nations Championship delivered a final weekend of chaos as England survived a seven-card thriller against Argentina, with controversial calls, post-match bust-ups and massive performance from Manny Feyi-Waboso dominating the fallout. The lads deb... more
Scotland push the Springboks to the limit and may have revealed a blueprint for troubling the world champions, but a second-half surge by the Boks leaves them wondering what might have been. England stop the rot with an 11-try demolition of Fiji, alt... more
We break down a blockbuster opening round of the Nations Championship, with Ireland edging a thriller against Australia, Scotland lighting it up in Argentina, Wales finally finding back-to-back wins, and South Africa overpowering England at Ellis Par... more
We're celebrating our 500th episode as international rugby returns with the inaugural Nations Championship. We preview all the big North v South clashes, including England’s daunting trip to Ellis Park to face the Springboks, an injury-hit Ireland he... more
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Usually the first 7-10 minutes is plugging sponsorships, their own day to day lives, or this week the football, on a rugby podcast. There is little genuine, insightful, FACTUAL rugby insight, and instead is just “I know…,” “my agent is his agent” attempted name drops, and while podcasts are about opinions, these are heavily biased and usually wrong. The self congratulatory commentary is non stop. Biggar is always a highlight when he’s on with his impartiality and great knowledge.
Excellent pod cast. Bigs has been a brilliant addition-insightful, funny and also quite humble. Jim’s analysis has improved no end and he’s still very amusing. Rob is fantastic-great knowledge for the grass roots guy. Goodey is goodey, I want to dislike him but I just can’t quite. He’s a great commentator and always has a bit of gossip.
Keep it up lads, I have even caught my wife giggling away.
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.
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
I love your show so much that I get told to go outside because I’m listening to it so much!!!!!🤣😁
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A high-energy rugby roundtable known for deep tactical analysis blended with banter and guest appearances from current and former players. Episodes routinely cover Nations Championship actions, club form, coaching decisions, and off-field topics like sponsorships and media dynamics, all with a strong sense of enthusiasm and humor. Noteworthy elements include high-profile guests, live-show promotions, and candid discussions about governance, broadcasting, and the evolving landscape of modern rugby. This show tends to balance expert insight with relatable storytelling, making it appealing to hardcore rugby fans and industry professionals alike while still entertaining casual listeners who enjoy personality-driven banter.
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Recent guests on The Rugby Pod include:
1. John Schmidt
2. John Smit
3. Callum Chick
4. Cadan Murley
5. Nick Easter
6. Alun Walker
7. Billy Searle
8. Lawrence Delalio
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