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The Shark Tank | A Sale Sharks Podcast

The Shark Tank Podcast
Sale Sharks
Premiership Rugby
Newcastle Falcons
George Ford
Champions Cup
Manu Tuilagi
Harlequins
Bath
Saracens
Six Nations
Injuries
Exeter
Bristol
Playoffs
Sam James
Leicester
Leinster
Premier League Rugby
Northampton Saints
European Rugby

Join Alex, James, Jack and Tom for the Northern Powerhouse of rugby podcasting, with a detailed, irreverent and occassionally cynical look at all things Sale Sharks.

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Latest Episodes

Join Alex, James and Tom as they cover Sale Sharks Women's fourth win in a row, debrief on a madcap final round of the 6 Nations and look ahead to the return of Prem rugby at Sandy Park

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Join Jack and Tom as they debrief on a weekend of continuing woe for England fans but elation for everyone else, including a superb 3rd win in a row for Sale Sharks Women 

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Join Alex, James and Jack as they finally get to debrief a Sale win over Bristol in the PRC, chat about the Sarries Salary Cap SCANDAL and look ahead to Sale involvement in the final rounds of the Six Nations.

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Join Alex and Tom as they debrief the near perfect storm of rugby negativity - Sale, England, Wales and most North West Rugby teams losing. Thankfully Sale Sharks Women deliver the goods, so they try and focus on that and new signings to cheer themse... more

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Recent Guests

Marius Louw
A professional rugby player who has recently joined Sale Sharks from South Africa's Lions team.
Sale Sharks
Episode: Episode 261: Marius Louw!
Tom McMillington
Return guest and expert on rugby forwards
Episode: Episode 245: Lions Squad Selection Special - Forwards
Billy Ackland
A dedicated Sale Sharks fan and supporter
Sale Sharks
Episode: Episode 234: You Know When You've Been Tango'd
Kieran Crichard
Episode: Episode 232, Part 2: We Need To Talk About Arron
Tom Millington
A fan sharing his insights and experiences with Sale Sharks
Episode: Episode 232, Part 1: We Need To Talk About Arron
Matt Sansbury
A long-time fan of Sale Sharks and active Twitter follower
Coaches at Worthing Rugby Club
Episode: Episode 231, Part 1: Schooled at the StoneX
George Barnet
First fan contributor on the podcast, avid Sale Sharks supporter since 2011
Episode: Episode 230: Starting With A Whimper

Hosts

Alex
Host with primary involvement across multiple iterations of the show; often anchors discussions and provides long-running context on club matters.
James
Co-host contributing tactical insights and conversational banter; frequently rounds out debates with veteran perspective.
Tom
Co-host with a focus on momentum, player development discussions, and critical takes on games and coaching decisions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • An AA meeting for sale fans

    Supporting sale is like drinking… fun until it’s not.

    Once the fun’s stopped you just want someone to moan with and these boys are that. Deep, insightful & fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stopruiningthepodcast
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The best Sale Sharks pod, made for the fans by the fans 🦈

    Podchaser
    5
    Zach (Sea of Gold)
    3 years ago
  • Undermined AJs class in today's ep

    Great pod but completely disagree that we'd score more tries with RDP at 10 than AJ. AJ is much more of a threat taking the ball flat and picking out our huge ball carriers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olh2345
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • A Sharks Fan Must Have

    Top guys and a real must for any Sale fan. Accessible for new fans and lifelongers with the representative optimism and pessimism we all feel supporting this rollercoaster-esque club!

    Cheers for keeping my Wednesday morning commute entertaining, roll on 2018/19... now with added music!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robin Southern
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Boring

    This needs more interesting concepts

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KYfan9
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is a sharp, funny take on rugby with deep player and coaching analysis, great for fans who crave honest conversations.
Listeners seem to appreciate the mix of banter and rigorous discussion, though some episodes polarize about certain tactical choices or signings.
Some listeners wish for more varied topics beyond the club's immediate circle or lighter, more diverse content.
Regulars note strong community feel and regular updates on the team's development and signings, making it a must-listen for committed fans.

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#157
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#125
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#176
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#121
France/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#140
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#237
Australia/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 261: Marius Louw!
Q: Is there a particular player in the league that you're really excited to play against?
I have always enjoyed watching Owen Farrell, so playing against him is something I look forward to.
Episode 261: Marius Louw!
Q: What was your expectation for your first Premiership game?
I think definitely physical, especially with the weather playing a role. The game management and patience that the Premiership shows is different from what I experienced in South Africa.
Episode 260: A win on the board and Gloucester on the horizon
Q: What do you think our selection for the game against Gloucester will look like?
The hosts discuss the likely continuity in the forward pack while contemplating changes in the backline due to injuries and international call-ups.
Episode 260: A win on the board and Gloucester on the horizon
Q: What can we expect from Gloucester after their offseason?
Gloucester has undergone significant player turnover but is expected to build on their strong finish last season despite losing key players.
Episode 257: Minipod! Hyron Andrews, Ross Harrison, Jac Morgan and more
Q: Who is your player in the series?
I think Tom Curry's got a shout for it based on his test performances.

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What is The Shark Tank about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides a candid, humor-tinged take on rugby with a dedicated focus on a single club and its broader league context. Across recent episodes, the hosts dissect match performances, tactical decisions, injuries, and leadership dynamics while balancing banter with sharp critique. Lampooning external headlines, transfer rumors, and coaching changes, the conversations also tilt toward player development, squad depth, and the mood around the club during tough runs. A notable strength is the mix of veteran perspective and enthusiasm for emerging talent, along with timely reactions to international fixtures and competitions that intersect with club form. Potential listeners will likely appreciate the irreverent tone, detailed game analysi... more

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Recent guests on The Shark Tank include:

1. Marius Louw
2. Tom McMillington
3. Billy Ackland
4. Kieran Crichard
5. Tom Millington
6. Matt Sansbury
7. George Barnet

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