The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

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The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
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James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Alex Payne return for season five of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Expect more great guests, insight, laughter and tears.

  1. Hask’s Massive Christmas Wish | The Lock-In

    2 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Hask’s Massive Christmas Wish | The Lock-In

    With Christmas around the corner, this festive Lock-In features the lads sharing what they want to see under the tree. Payno is excited for art, Tins plans to get the kids outside and Hask wants men to take action when they talk about their mental health. Hask’s big wish sparks a frank discussion of male suicide rates, freedom of speech, and accepting people the way they are.

    25 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Rugby's Top 10 Stars Right Now

    In this exciting episode, we dive into the world of the brightest names in rugby—those whose talent, charisma, and marketability make them global icons. This isn’t about the best players in the game; it’s about the ones who own the spotlight. From thrilling performances on the field to trendsetting moves off it, these athletes command attention, dominate social media, and make brands and fans alike flock to their orbit. Returning to the studio is Steve Martin, a sports marketing guru who has worked with legends like Tiger Woods, Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Rory McIlroy. Steve shares insights from his impressive career and discusses his latest venture, MSQ Sport + Entertainment, where he helps connect brands, athletes, and audiences through groundbreaking strategies and experiences. Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres.

    1h 7m
  3. Snacks | The Lock-In

    13 DEC • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Snacks | The Lock-In

    This week on the Lock-in Payno, Hask, and Tins embrace the festive spirit with a classic Christmas lock-in. Alex admits to being able to sing Walking in the Air! Honest Mike tells a Welsh rugby legend that he’d never visit him in Swansea, and Hask shares a story of a teenage house party that went off the rails. Special thanks to Gift Harbour for providing the snacks!

    27 min

  4. 11 DEC

    Cohen, Tindall, Vickery on Unbreakable: England 2003

    Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health and violence that some listeners may find distressing. Join The Good, The Bad & The Rugby for a poignant and unforgettable episode featuring Ben Cohen and Phil Vickery as they sit down with Tins and Payno to share their deeply personal stories of triumph, struggle, and resilience. Coinciding with the release of the highly anticipated documentary Unbreakable: England 2003 on TNT and Discovery+, the team explores the untold aftermath of England’s historic 2003 Rugby World Cup victory. Cohen reflects on a personal tragedy that profoundly shaped his career, while Vickery shares raw and candid revelations about life after rugby. Together, they discuss their 20-year reunion and the impact getting back together will have. Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres

    1h 3m
  5. Racing Home For Christmas | The Lock-In

    6 DEC • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Racing Home For Christmas | The Lock-In

    Join Hask, Tins, and Payno in this festive Lock-In as they unwrap holiday tales. From Hask’s wild snowdrift misadventure to Payno's evening at the Royal Variety, and Tins’ gripes about early Christmas cheer — grab a drink, settle in, and let the boys spread some holiday mischief!

    16 min
  6. Keown, Arsenal, and the Manchester United Rivalry Revisited

    4 DEC

    Keown, Arsenal, and the Manchester United Rivalry Revisited

    From that iconic Van Nistelrooy clash to behind-the-scenes contract negotiations with Sir Alex Ferguson, Martin Keown pulls no punches as he opens up about his career highs, lows, and untold stories from his autobiography On The Edge. This episode is about rivalries, physicality, and raw competitiveness that any sports fan can appreciate. You don’t need to love football to enjoy this—you just need to love sport at its toughest and most passionate! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/goodbadrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres.

    1h 6m
  7. Quick Tap: Ireland v Australia & Lions XV Debate

    1 DEC

    Quick Tap: Ireland v Australia & Lions XV Debate

    Who would make your Lions XV? As the autumn draws to a close, Alex Goode and Charlie Morgan are joined by former Ireland hooker and pundit extraordinaire Bernard Jackman. The lads dive into Ireland’s nail-biting clash with Australia before devising and debating their very own Lions XV. 🔟 How much does Ireland’s game hinge upon their 10? 🇦🇺 Has Joe Schmidt made the difference for Australia? 🦁 Schoeman or Porter, Mitchell or Gibson-Park, Russell or Smith? The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres.

    41 min
  8. GB7s Kicks Off!

    29 NOV

    GB7s Kicks Off!

    The World Sevens Series kicks off in Dubai this weekend - where GB7s men & women will take on the best teams in the world & start their epic international journey! Before they headed off, Alex sat down with a couple of the big bosses & players from GB7s to reflect on the summer in Paris, the growth of the sport & size up the season ahead! Joe Lydon, Director of Performance for GB7s, women’s player, Lauren Torley, who’s rumoured to have the best dance moves in Team GB join Alex first. Then World Cup winner & newly appointed Head Coach of three women’s side, Giselle Mather & men’s captain Kaleem Baretto plot their maps for the of a World Series ahead.

    54 min
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James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Alex Payne return for season five of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Expect more great guests, insight, laughter and tears.

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  • Creator
    Folding Pocket
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    328
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Folding Pocket
  • Show Website
    The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
  • Provider
    Folding Pocket Ltd

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