The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

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The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
THE LOCK-IN

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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. The Weirdest Lock-In Yet | The Lock-In

    4 DAYS AGO • 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

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    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
  3. Grill, Drill & Amuse | The Lock-In

    JAN 31 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Grill, Drill & Amuse | The Lock-In

    Hask, Payno, and Tins reunite for the lock-in, where they break down the Sweeney Pod, reflect on Lucas Tindall’s antics at Kingsholm, and Tins shares the extreme lengths a scammer went to in an attempt to access his bank account.

    19 min
  4. The Six Nations... Don't Mess With It!

    JAN 29

    The Six Nations... Don't Mess With It!

    In this episode of GBR, the team dives into the highly anticipated Six Nations tournament. Is it the greatest rugby competition in the world? Former Ireland winger Shane Horgan joins the discussion, reminiscing about the tournament’s magic while the guys discuss whether moving it behind a paywall could be a costly mistake. On the field, the big questions loom: Can anyone stop France? How will Ireland’s aging squad get on? And just how much pressure is Steve Borthwick under? Plus, don’t miss Mystic Mike’s predictions—brought to you in partnership with heycar! Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres. —>WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    57 min
  5. Bill Sweeney Breaks His Silence

    JAN 22

    Bill Sweeney Breaks His Silence

    In this gripping episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Rugby, Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Bill Sweeney, the embattled CEO of the RFU, as he faces mounting scrutiny from every corner of England. With an SGM looming, record financial losses, grassroots discontent, and criticism from players, fans, and referees alike, Sweeney breaks his silence. From the future of the Championship to the controversial bonus payments and the state of English rugby at all levels. This is a critical conversation about leadership, and whether Sweeney and the RFU are fit for purpose in 2025 & beyond. ⌚️WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 32m
  6. The Hask Man Cometh | The Lock-In

    JAN 17 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Hask Man Cometh | The Lock-In

    After finding himself at the centre of a tabloid frenzy, Hask joins Payno on The Lock-In for some much needed therapy. Meanwhile, Terry the Decorator has been keeping Hask entertained in his bachelor pad—but will he ever finish the job? The Lock-In is not sponsored by Dulux.

    22 min
  7. Luke Pearce on Ref Bashing, Diving, and Interfering TMO’s

    JAN 15

    Luke Pearce on Ref Bashing, Diving, and Interfering TMO’s

    In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, the team is joined by top referee Luke Pearce for an in-depth exploration of the challenges facing referees. Tackling topics like Mack Hansen's ban, the impact of TMOs on the game, and whether rugby as an emerging problem with simulation and diving. Alex and Hask wrap things up with a lively discussion about the Investec Champions Cup, debating the greatest back row unit and previewing the upcoming Round 4 fixtures. Season 5 is proudly sponsored by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 10m
  8. New Year, New Hask? | The Lock-In

    JAN 10 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    New Year, New Hask? | The Lock-In

    Happy New Year rugby fans! With Tins out doing a “Lions recce” down under, Payno and Hask catch-up for our first lock-in of the year. While Al kicked off the year with a gentle yoga and surf in Morocco, Hask began 2025 with a bang, training up for a potentially megabucks boxing match.

    22 min
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About

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
    339
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Provider
    Folding Pocket Ltd

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