
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 | 481 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RugbyComedySports | |||

It’s a full-noise Six Nations Special as Jim and Goodey tee up a massive opening weekend, with Ireland v France on Thursday night in Paris, England v Wales at Allianz, and Scotland’s trip to Rome. The lads dig into squads amid key absences, new faces... more
Ronan O’Gara and Dan Biggar break down Ireland’s biggest selection call ahead of the Six Nations: who starts at fly-half? From Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast's battle, to Harry Byrne’s late charge, the lads dig into what Andy Farrell really values ... more
With the Six Nations around the corner, the lads are fired up as squads drop across the board, bringing big calls, big omissions, and some surprise bolters. We dig into every nation’s squad, from France leaving out some absolute superstars, to Englan... more
Massive news with Razor's shock sacking in New Zealand setting the tone for a wild week as Jim and Goodey break down the fallout, the rumours swirling around player power, and where Razor could land next. From there, it’s onto the final round of Cham... more
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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!!!!!🤣😁
This used to be my absolute favourite rugby podcast, and would listen to it religiously.
However, recently I’ve found more and more of the features to be aimed at clickbait headlines, so that they can put out a statement and get a reaction online to no doubt try to increase their listening figures.
The most recent episode where Rob read out some sensationalist statements and wanted Jim & Goodey to comment is a perfect example, and made me switch off.
I also appreciate the lads need to fund th... more
Class chat and insight as always
Has anybody ever loved the sound of their own voice more than Andy Goode? Every point is laboured to within an inch of its life while really not providing much insight . If you took out all the repetition it would be about 20 mins long. He also comes across as a troll.
Jim and Bigs are both great, they should keep it to the two of them.
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Focused on rugby, this show combines a mixture of current sports news, humor, and insightful interviews, discussing both major events in the rugby world and the lighter aspects of the sport. Topics range from match analysis, player performances, and coaching changes, to personal stories and insights from guests who are both active and retired players. The hosts maintain a lively banter, which enriches the conversations and makes the content engaging for listeners who appreciate a mix of analysis and entertainment in sports.
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Recent guests on The Rugby Pod include:
1. Tom Kirby
2. Duncan Weir
3. Freddie Steward
4. Gurthrö Steenkamp
5. Josh Adams
6. Rob Calder
7. Louis Rees-Zammit
8. Steve Diamond
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