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. "Something Very, Very Weird Happened to Me This Morning"

    4 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    "Something Very, Very Weird Happened to Me This Morning"

    Payno is left stunned after an incredible coincidence on the London Underground—one so unlikely that the odds were 600 million to 1 (yes, even longer than winning the lottery). Meanwhile, Hask has a theory about manifestation—was this just chance, or did the universe make it happen? Have you ever manifested something insane? Let us know at ⁠info@goodbadrugby.com⁠. This programme is not sponsored by TFL.

    17 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    What’s with the Twickenham Boos?

    The Dream Team is back to unpack Round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations. England edge past Scotland, but are their tactics killing the excitement? Twickenham erupts in boos—what’s behind the frustration? Meanwhile, Wales show fight despite another defeat, and France and Ireland set up a blockbuster clash. After the home nations go head to head Hask, Tins, and Alex debate Lions selection & Tins picks a sensational bolter. Plus the guys give the inside story on their latest legal battle at GB&R towers. Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres. WIN a Lions 2025 Tour Package to Australia Courtesy of Howden: https://bit.ly/412UzVN WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form 00:00 – Intro 01:04 – England: A step forward or back? 10:59 – Payno’s theory on fan frustration 18:45 – What have Scotland actually won? 22:06 – England’s No.9 dilemma 25:30 – Did England fans get it wrong booing Finn Russell? 28:10 – The Principality breathes life into Welsh rugby 29:50 – Would Ireland have won if Gary Ringrose saw red? 31:55 – Ellis Mee try: Yes or no? 41:55 – Cliché alert: Which French side will turn up? 45:50 – Ireland vs France: Le Final 47:52 – Howden Lions Watch 55:43 – Tins’ Lions bolt from the blue 57:35 – Watches of Bath competition 58:52 – GBR’s latest legal case Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 5m
  3. The Bottom Doctor | The Lock-In

    21 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Bottom Doctor | The Lock-In

    Following the news that the lads are going for mid-life MOTs, the Bottom Doctor chimes in with some expert advice—so strap in (or should we say, bend over?). This episode is not sponsored by Only Fans.

    17 min

  4. 19 FEB

    Tunnel Bust-Ups & Braveheart Battles

    Alex and Hask are joined by former Scotland and Glasgow Warriors tyro Ryan Wilson—who famously sparked the 2018 tunnel bust-up—to dive into the England v Scotland rivalry in Calcutta Cup week. They revisit that fiery clash, assess Scotland’s current form, and debate whether Finn Russell is hitting Lions-level performances. Plus we'll a look ahead to the rest of Round 3 and make our heycar predictions. Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres. WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form 00:00 Intro   00:42 Getting to know Ryan Wilson 19:27 The Calcutta Cup - A modern history 25:00 The 2018 tunnel bust-up 41:00 Where are Scotland right now? 47:44 A big day for Finn Russell 54:30 How much further can Townsend take Scotland? 59:30 The Rest of Round 3 01:11:03 heycar Predictions 01:15:51 Watches of Bath competition     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 19m
  5. Valentine's Day with Hask & Tins | The Lock-In

    14 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Valentine's Day with Hask & Tins | The Lock-In

    It’s a Valentine’s Day special—sort of! James and Mike share their romantic (and not-so-romantic) plans, parenting chaos, and the ultimate relationship test: traveling with kids. Plus, James explores alternative health remedies, Six Nations antics, and a wild night out with James Nesbitt. This episode is not sponsored by Gaucho Restaurants.

    16 min

  6. 12 FEB

    England BACK, Gats SACKED, Scotland CRACK!

    The Good, The Bad & The Rugby team is back to dissect all the action from Round 2 of the Six Nations! Are England truly back? Alex, Hask, and Tins break down England’s nail-biting 26-25 victory over France, Marcus Smith’s performance at fullback, and the influence of Northampton’s dynamic backs. They also dive into Ireland’s unstoppable form, Gatland’s departure from Wales, and whether Finn Russell is losing ground in the Lions pecking order. Plus, don’t miss our latest game—Who The Ruck Is That? Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres. WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form Doddie'5 Grand Tour 2025 00:00:00 Intro   00:02:00 Shaun Edwards loses the plot 00:03:50 England Are Back! 00:12:29 Is the pressure off England? 00:16:09 Did Marcus Smith at 15 work? 00:19:40 Northampton Cohesion 00:22:20 Hask on the England back-row  00:25:00 What are the team doing in the fallow week? 00:27:42 “Time to get rid of that loser Galthie”  00:32:00 Hask’s trip to Murrayfield 00:36:44 Scotland Crack! 00:39:23 Is Gibson-Park the best no.9 in the world? 00:41:24 Gats Sacked! 00:44:45 Howden Lions Watch 00:49:44 O’Gara for the Australia Job? 00:52:26 WoB’s - Who The Ruck is That?!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 3m
  7. The Weirdest Lock-In Yet | The Lock-In

    7 FEB • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Weirdest Lock-In Yet | The Lock-In

    In this unfiltered Lock-In, Alex, Hask, and Tins dive headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of tech, fame, and rugby. From the rise of ChatGPT and driverless cars to the questionable future of sex bots, the lads debate whether AI is making life easier—or just weirder. They also take a detour into celebrity madness, unpacking the latest antics of Kanye West and Jaden Smith. This episode is not sponsored by Tesla.

    21 min

  8. 5 FEB

    England v France with Ben Kayser

    As the Six Nations heats up, Alex, Hask, and Tins are joined by French rugby expert Ben Kayser to dissect the key moments from Round 1 and preview the upcoming England vs. France showdown. Can Borthwick’s team bounce back? Is Antoine Dupont truly unstoppable? Ben shares the inside scoop on who’ll start at 10 for France. Plus, we dive into our first Howden Lions Watch. Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form 00:00 – Intro 03:41 – The Lord’s Take on Ireland vs. England 08:30 – England’s Defence NEEDS WORK 10:00 – Ben Kayser; A view from France 13:19 – England v France off-field differences 21:51 – Is This England Team TOO Soft? 38:21 – Continental Tyres’ Question of the Week – You Won’t Believe the Answer! 40:18 – France vs. Wales catch-up 43:18 – Antoine Dupont DOMINATES 53:00 – Red Card Chaos: N’tamack’s OUT! Who Should Start at 10?! 56:29 – Where Are France’s Weaknesses? 59:00 – How to STOP Antoine Dupont? 01:03:57 – Scotland’s Big Moment 01:07:00 – Howden Lions Watch 01:11:57 – Mystic Mike’s Predictions 01:17:00 – Stuart Lancaster SACKED 01:19:00 – Don’t Miss Your Chance to Win Big with the WoB Group! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 24m
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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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    345
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Provider
    Folding Pocket Ltd

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