Rugby Rodeo

With the 2026 Women’s Six Nations about to kick off, Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are back to tee up a massive opening clash: England v Ireland. We dive straight into camp life — how the girls are feeling heading into round one, what prep week really looks like at Test level, and whether there’s been any chaos (on or off the pitch 👀). From team meetings to individual match-ups, how much detail actually goes into breaking down the opposition? There’s plenty to get stuck into with a fresh Red Roses lineup as well as looking over at Ireland, who come into this years competition with a point to prove. Get ready for a HUGE opening weekend… and we’ll see you back here next week. YEEEEHAW 🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, the girls are bringing the laughs and the nostalgia as they take a trip down memory lane—sharing their favourite Easter childhood traditions. Chat quickly turns to what’s happening on the pitch, with plenty of excitement about fresh faces coming into Red Roses camp. Which new players are catching eyes, how they’re fitting into the squad, and what they could bring ahead of a huge Six Nations campaign. And of course… it wouldn’t be Rugby Rodeo without a bit of cheeky behind-the-scenes gossip. THE SIX NATIONS IS NEARLY HERE YEE-HAW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BACK IN RED ROSES CAMP 🌹 | 6 NATIONS LOADING… SORRY we’re late… but we’ve been a bit busy 👀 Ellie & Jess are back INSIDE Red Roses camp and giving you the full behind-the-scenes scoop as the countdown to the Six Nations begins… We get into:🌹 What camp actually looks like right now — from brutal fitness blocks to tactical prep and the mental side of getting test-match ready🌹 The one word driving this England squad heading into the 6N…🌹 Just how much focus is already on that HUGE opener vs Ireland (70k tickets already gone 😳)🌹 Meg Jones named captain — what it means, what’s happened with Zoe, and why this new leadership group could be a game changer🌹 The incredible moment seeing pregnant Red Roses still part of camp (Zoe, Abbie, Lark ❤️) PLUS…🎬 England doc incoming — we’ve got a few cheeky exclusive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Jess and Ellie are joined by a VERY special guest… Olympic skeleton gold medallist Tabby Stoecker in the Spotify studio! From flying head-first down an ice track at ridiculous speeds (seriously… how is that even a sport?!) to standing at the top of an Olympic final with the world watching — Tabby takes us inside one of the most extreme sports on the planet. We get into: What skeleton actually is (and why it’s completely insane) Just how fast you’re going… and how you even steer 😳 The reality of crashes, injuries, and fear (or lack of it…) Her mad journey into the sport via an Instagram talent ID From gymnastics + circus school to Olympic gold… What training looks like when there’s no ice track in the UK The pressure of that final run… and what goes through your head Winning gold with Matt Weston and how they celebrated The reality of funding and life as an Olympic athlete It’s a wild one this week — proper insight, big laughs, and a sport that makes rugby look… relatively sensible. We’ll be back next week with more Rodeo chaos… but for now… YEEHAW 🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie is back in the saddle! 🤠 After an unexpected travel saga that left her stranded in Dubai, she finally makes it home to rejoin Jess for another ride through the rugby world. This week on Rugby Rodeo, the pair break down the Capital Clash as Saracens secured their 12th consecutive PWR win with a 40–26 victory over Harlequins. Jess gives the inside story on the match, from the early back-and-forth to the momentum shift before half-time, her own try on 39 minutes and the impact of new attack coach Kevin Rouet. Away from the pitch, Ellie shares updates on her brand-new book (and a heart-melting World Book Day moment from a young fan dressed as her), while both hosts mark International Women’s Day by shouting out the female athletes who’ve inspired them this year. There’s plenty more rugby chat too: the England men’s Six Nations struggles, record team changes, leadership and emotion on the pitch, and that fiery Maro Itoje–Fin Smith moment everyone’s been talking about. Plus: reacting to the best videos on the internet this week, answering your listener questions (from Saracens’ mysterious mini-net game to weird compliments and festival stories), and giving shout-outs to rugby communities from Wimborne to Sydney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Jess is joined by friend of the pod Emma Swords stepping into the co-host saddle, and a very special guest all the way from Canada — Saracens and Canada international Alysha Corrigan. Alysha opens up about her journey from growing up in Canada — where women’s rugby often flies under the radar — to taking a leap of faith and moving across the world to chase the professional game in England. She talks about the sacrifices behind that decision, the toughest off-field adjustments to life in the UK, and the moment she realised rugby could take her to the very top of the sport. The conversation dives into Canada’s incredible run at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, including what it felt like to play in the record-breaking final at Allianz Twickenham, how the squad reflects on finishing second now the dust has settled, and the unforgettable memories from the tournament. Alysha also reflects on a wild 12 months of rugby, going from an Olympic silver medal in Paris 2024 to challenging for World Cup gold, and the mental and emotional rollercoaster that comes with competing on the biggest stages in sport. YEEEEHAW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick things off with a PWR recap and dive straight into the big talking points — Gloucester-Hartpury’s relentless dominance as they go 10 from 10, a huge performance from Sisilia Tuipulotu, and whether Harlequins can take confidence from a losing bonus point that could prove massive come the business end of the season. There was chaos in Saracens vs Bristol as Ruahei Demant brought that trademark Black Ferns magic, Sarah Bern powered over, and Zoe Harrison iced the game with a seriously cold late penalty. The girls also unpack Bristol’s tricky season so far after last year’s strong finish. Elsewhere, Exeter leapfrog Quins with a dominant win over Loughborough, while Sale snatched victory in dramatic fashion against Trailfinders — including Canada’s Asia Hogan-Rochester delivering a top-tier celebration that absolutely deserved airtime. We look ahead to next weekend’s fixtures, before switching gears to a Men’s Six Nations round-up — where Scotland stunned England, snapping their winning streak and raising big questions about England’s attack efficiency, discipline, and backline creativity. Jess and Ellie also give their honest back-three perspective on Henry Arundell’s tough afternoon. Ireland edged past a massively improved Italy, sparking discussion around Sam Prendergast, online pressure, and Andy Farrell’s powerful comments — plus standout performances from James Lowe and a brilliant return from Robert Baloucoune. Of course, it wouldn’t be Rugby Rodeo without listeners’ questions — covering everything from nutrition and training routines to pancake toppings, Wagamama orders, underrated rugby skills, and which dog breed the girls would be (important journalism). So saddle up, settle in, and as always… Yeehaw 🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re back on the rodeo sofa and this week it’s wall-to-wall rugby. 🤠🏉 On this episode of Rugby Rodeo, Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach react to a HUGE weekend in the women’s game – and a blockbuster opening round of the men’s Six Nations championship too. We start with a ruthless statement win for Saracens against Leicester Tigers – including Jess’ flying return to action. Was there any fear of rust after such a long break… or did the bodies feel fresher than ever? Then it’s one of the games of the season so far as Harlequins and Exeter Chiefs play out a 38–38 thriller. Three sin-bins, relentless Quins pressure, a missed kick at the death… and Ellie talks us through her try – the dummy, the hand-off and the finish. Pure class. The girls also dive into the opening weekend of the men’s Six Nations Championship – breaking down England’s big win over Wales, France’s statement performance against Ireland (including that pre-match light show and blockbuster TV audience), and Italy’s shock victory over Scotland in absolutely horrendous conditions. Plus…💌 Valentine’s Day plans🎤 Jess’ behind-the-scenes 02 room stories🔥 favourite tries of the weekend – and why they stood out🌧️ how much rain really levels a match And of course… it wouldn’t be Rugby Rodeo without your questions.One song they’d survive on for a year, hidden talents, everyday things that make them happy – and what their Instagram algorithms think they’re obsessed with. We finish with a massive round of community shout-outs – grassroots wins, debuts, comebacks from injury, first-ever girls’ XVs, derby doubles on the line… and even a special celebration recommendation for a first try this weekend. Settle back, enjoy and make sure you're subscribed on Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a VERY special episode this week on Rugby Rodeo, as for the first time ever, Jess' mum Trish joins us! But before the family interview, the girls catch up on a very busy week. Ellie lifts the lid on releasing her own book – how the whole idea came about, what the writing process was really like, and what fans can expect inside... There’s also one of the wildest off-field stories of the season, as Ellie tells the full tale of how Jason Derulo ended up asking for her number. Then… it’s time for a truly special chat as Jess’s mum joins the show. She talks about when she first realised rugby wasn’t just a hobby for Jess, what Jess was really like growing up at home, and what supporting an elite athlete actually looks like as a parent. From watching her daughter make her England debut, to dealing with the nerves of big collisions and injuries – and sharing the moments fans never get to see – it’s an honest, emotional and brilliantly personal conversation. To finish, Jess’s mum reflects on how proud she feels seeing women’s rugby grow, and what it means knowing her daughter is part of the generation helping change the game. Yeehaw. 🎙️🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are joined on the Rodeo sofa by one of the toughest, most inspiring athletes on the planet — Sophie Power. Sophie is a world-leading ultra-marathon runner, Guinness World Record holder and a genuine trailblazer in endurance sport. She first became globally known after an extraordinary photo of her breastfeeding her three-month-old baby mid-race during a 100+ mile mountain ultra — an image later named by The Guardian as one of the photos that reshaped sport, sparking a global conversation about equality, motherhood and opportunity for women in sport. Ahead of the release of her new autobiography The Power Within, Sophie takes us inside the wild world of ultra-running: what an ultra-marathon actually is, how you even begin to train for events that last days, and why her very first race was the infamous Marathon des Sables — a 250km, self-supported slog across the Sahara Desert in 40–50°C heat. She opens up about “going to dark places”, the real dangers of extreme endurance racing (including a race that left her in a coma with a 50% chance of death), and the mental resilience needed to keep moving when your body wants to stop. We also dive deep into the story behind that iconic UTMB photo — why she raced while breastfeeding, what it cost her, and why pregnancy is still treated differently to injury in elite sport. There’s also plenty on Sophie’s work beyond racing. She tells Ellie and Jess about her charity SheRaces, the SheRaces guidelines, and her mission to create fairer, safer and more inclusive start lines — from trail running to rugby pitches. Settle back, enjoy — and make sure you’re subscribed. 'The Power Within' is out now at all good retailers and is also available in audiobook format. More information on Sophie's charity SheRACES can be found here: https://www.sheraces.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach hand the reins over to you for a full-blown Listeners Questions Special. Before diving into the inbox, the girls give a big PWR league roundup, with Saracens currently top, Gloucester-Hartpury ready to pounce, and a ridiculously tight scrap brewing from 3rd to 6th. Then it’s over to your questions… and there are some absolute belters. From picking a dream mixed touch rugby team (men AND women), bucket list dreams and who inspires their fashion choices… to big rugby talking points like the first-ever Women’s British & Irish Lions Tour, who wins the Men’s Six Nations 2026, and pre match meals.. And just when you think it couldn’t get more chaotic… Ellie and Jess go head-to-head in: 🧠💥 WRONG ANSWERS ONLY – wraps in hand, 30 seconds on the clock, Emma firing questions, and penalties paid in slaps... Finally, it’s all about the grassroots love with shoutouts to:🏉 Bromley Girls U12s in the Kent Waterfall Final🏉 Strathmore RFC offering a FREE women’s rugby block🏉 Jakarta Bantengs hosting their first touch tournament🏉 Kings Norton Girls buzzing to be back🏉 And Belsize Park Women for being the ultimate rugby girlies 💙 Settle back, enjoy… and make sure you’re subscribed wherever you get your podcasts. Yeehaw 🤠🎧 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie and Jess are fresh from their first week back in Red Roses camp at Pennyhill Park. They chat all things England camp life – why it’s happening now, what the focus is post-World Cup, who they were most excited to see, and how hard it is to reset motivation after such a massive goal. There’s fitness testing pain, tactical chats, team culture chat, and an honest look at what comes next on the road to the Six Nations. Plus, a full debrief on the Red Roses Gold Party, Windsor Castle adventures, listener questions covering everything from uncapped standouts and dream holidays to Nando’s spice levels, and shoutouts celebrating rugby from Argentina 7s to grassroots clubs smashing it at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re back for 2026 🎉 Jess and Ellie ease into the New Year with a festive catch-up, January blues chat, and goals for the year ahead. The pair rewind to a huge night at SPOTY, reflect on what second place really meant, and hear from Ellie Kildunne MBE on finding out she made the King’s New Year Honours list. Plus, listener questions, England camp nerves, shout-outs from around the world, and a big thank you to Physique for supporting the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the final episode of the year and we’re going out with an absolute cracker. This week, Ellie and Jess are joined in studio by Canada international scrum-half and Saracens star Liv Apps — one of the most exciting players in the women’s game right now. From RWC stardom to making an instant impact in the PWR, Liv opens up like never before. Liv takes us through how her short-term move to Saracens came about and what life has been like settling into a new club and country. We rewind all the way back to her rugby beginnings in Canada, a nation where rugby isn’t always front and centre, and explore the journey that’s shaped her both on and off the pitch. In a powerful and honest conversation, Liv shares her story of being diagnosed with alopecia at just seven years old, how it affected her growing up, learning to embrace her identity, and becoming a role model for young girls watching her perform on the biggest stages in world rugby. She also reflects on the heartbreak of the Rugby World Cup final, how she processes that experience now, and the advice she’d give her younger self. This episode is brought to you by Physique Management. Use code Rodeo10 for 10% off at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jess is be poorly this week (get well soon cowboy 🤧❤️), but fear not — because Ellie is joined by a VERY special stand-in host… the one and only Boda is back in the saddle! And it’s a HUGE week to return because… ELLIE KILDUNNE HAS BEEN NOMINATED FOR BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR!We break down everything: how she found out, why it felt different being in a room full of world-class athletes, whether she knows who’s won (👀) — and how this compares to last year’s World Rugby POTY honour. SPOTY is live on Thursday 18th December — so get it in your diary and make sure you VOTE FOR ELLIE & THE RED ROSES! 🙏🔥 We’ve also got plenty more this week: Ellie & Boda return to winning ways as Harlequins beat Leicester 56–28 — including that celebration… did she wind herself?! Inspired by Chris Ashton? Noah Caluori?? We get the full story. Saracens’ 33–15 comeback win over Loughborough Lightning, their final home game of 2025. PWR: Played 6, won 5 — tidy. Ellie meets football superstar Alessia Russo 🤩 What was she like? What did they talk about? Did Ellie shoot her shot to get her on the pod? We answer your best questions including: What did the girls Spotify Wrapped look like this year? Most underrated PWR player? Should women’s rugby have a Champions Cup-style competition across England, France & NZ? Death row meals, Christmas food identities, tips for new centres, and our sporting role models growing up. Huge love to the grassroots this week: Dundee Girls – finalists at HIVE Stadium BIGGAR RFC U18s – heading to Murrayfield for the National Cup Final Wigtownshire Ladies – first ever league title! Marr Ladies – first win of the season after losing every game 🙌 Trojans U14s – unbeaten and flying high! See you next week… YEE-HAW! 🤠🌹 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Jess is joined by not one… but TWO Kildunnes! That’s right — Ellie’s little brother Sam Kildunne jumps in the saddle for a family edition of the pod. Sam’s just 22 but already has some CV: BUCS Super Rugby with Loughborough, a GB 7s jersey, and now a contract with Ampthill in the Championship. Jess goes straight for the sibling dirt — what Ellie was really like growing up, who caused the most chaos, the pettiest argument they’ve had this year, and whose fault it was (because it’s always someone’s). And yes, we get the definitive verdict on sibling rivalry in the Kildunne household. Ellie dives into Sam’s rugby journey — BUCS life, moving into the Championship, the physicality jump, how he balances sevens aspirations with 15s, and what advice he has for players at uni or school trying to go pro. Plus Sam reveals his proudest moment watching Ellie — grab tissues. We also cover: 🏉 Aby Dow’s retirement ⏱️ Ellie’s Lateness Chart — has Double Kildunne doubled the delays or fixed them? ✈️ Ellie hearing her own voice on the Heathrow tannoy 🎄 Jess vs Archie’s advent calendar controversy 🏟️ Ealing 5–57 Saracens — London fully belongs to Sarries, with Jess in the mix for a couple of tries YEE-HAW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are back in the saddle for another week of Rugby Rodeo — and London is looking extremely festive. But have the girls even bought a single present yet? Jess has just landed back from Jersey with stories to tell, while Ellie’s been everywhere: hosting a lunches, dancing and still finding time to watch all the Quilter Autumn Nations games... We chat: Tom Curry's late shot on Juan Cruz Mallia and the fallout that came of it, England's new magician Max Ojomoh and the most one-sided scrum domination we've ever seen! 🎤 Listeners’ Questions:Skills swaps, underrated perks of being Red Roses, hardest hitters, talent shows, crisp flavours(?!), and Jess gives her Top 3 tips for becoming a world-class winger. 💌 SHOUTOUTS GALORE!We go global this week — from Broad Plain U8s to the WBRC Bobcats in the US, the Kyogale Cockies in Australia, Toronto City Amazons, Santa Monica Women’s Rugby in LA… and heaps of love for teams across the UK including Mansfield Ladies, the Lowestoft Dragons U14s, Bromsgrove Calts, Yate Women’s Rugby and a big get-well-soon to Beatrix recovering from concussion ❤️ And that’s us done for this week! Back next Thursday — AND we’ve got some exciting guests coming up. Until then… YEEEEE-HAW! 🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’re flying out of Heathrow anytime soon, don’t be shocked if you hear a familiar Yorkshire twang over the tannoy. Yep — Ellie is officially the Voice of Christmas at Heathrow. We get the full story of how she ended up bringing festive cheer to Terminal 5. Jess also had a pretty special week as Chichester Rugby Club officially named a stand after her. She tells us why the club means so much to her, how it all came about, and what went down on the SURPRISE opening day. The girls break down Ellie’s mystery announcement she teased on socials, before diving into England men’s massive win over the All Blacks at a packed Allianz. We chat England climbing to 3rd in the world, THAT oldest-to-youngest haka formation, Henry Pollock licking his lips, and which exciting young players the girls are backing right now. Then—HUGE news for the PWR: Ruahei Demant signs for Bristol Bears. The 2022 World Player of the Year and World Cup-winning Black Ferns captain heading to England?! Jess and Ellie discuss what it means for the league, the Bears, and the growing pull of English women’s rugby. Jess had her feet up this weekend but Sarries barely noticed—a 79–5 demolition of Leicester, a ridiculous Olivia Apps finish, and another big flex of their international-stacked depth even with Jess resting. Meanwhile, Ellie breaks down what went wrong for Quins in their disappointing defeat away down at Sandy Park. Then it’s LISTENERS QUESTIONS time with an elite batch this week:– One quote they live by– Favourite Lioness– What they miss most about home– How they unwind after big match adrenaline– Are they hyped for GTA 6?– What made them fall in love with rugby– And… which kitchen utensil they’d be 🤠 Finally, SHOUTOUTS galore this week: 💙 Dunbar RFC U16s heading to Orkney in the Scottish National Cup💛 Medway U12s smashing 3/3 in the waterfall league🌍 INTERNATIONAL SHOUTOUT: Ade and Piper spreading the women’s rugby gospel in Ethiopia and now Virginia – get down to NOVA Vipers Rugby and join the crew! See you next week, YEE-HAW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jess and Ellie are joined by one of rugby’s brightest young stars — Braxton Sorensen McGee, the Black Ferns sensation who lit up the 2025 Rugby World Cup. Still only 19, Braxton smashed records and headlines with back-to-back hat-tricks and 11 tries across the tournament. The team chat all things World Cup glory, the whirlwind of representing New Zealand on the biggest stage, and how she’s keeping her feet on the ground after such an explosive breakout. And as always, we round things off with your listener questions — from life as a female rugby player to fashion tips, I’m a Celeb hypotheticals, and whether the girls are more of a Traitor or a Faithful 👀 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s party hats and post-match stats this week as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach saddle up for a very special episode — because it was Jess’ birthday! 🎂 Ellie puts Jess through a round of birthday interrogation — from her earliest cake memory to the Red Roses teammate most likely to forget the big day... Then it’s back to business as the girls ride through another HUGE weekend of PWR action: 🏉 Saracens 47–10 Harlequins – a record-breaking London Derby, explosive Sarries start, and a 50th Quins cap (and try!) for Ellie.🔥 Gloucester-Hartpury shine again in a 12-try thriller against Exeter.⚡️ Sale Sharks surprise everyone with another strong showing vs Loughborough.💥 Bristol Bears run riot with a 74-0 demolition of Leicester — including a four-try masterclass from Millie David. The girls also share some love for grassroots rugby with shoutouts to Lincoln Ladies, Darlington RFC, Littlehampton, Thorne Lionesses, Newquay Hornets, and Mandy from Macclesfield 💙 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hold onto your cowboy hats, because this week’s episode of Rugby Rodeo is packed tighter than Ellie’s calendar (which… might explain the new lateness chart 😅). Ellie Kildunne and her Saracens pal Jess Breach are back — and Jess has some massive news to share 👀. She’s re-signed with Saracens! The girls chat through the deal, why she’s staying put, and what makes the Sarries setup so special. That’s not all — there’s a new face at the club too. Kevin Rouet, the mastermind behind Canada’s attacking game at the World Cup, joins as Saracens’ new attack coach. Expect fireworks. Then it’s time to look ahead to the London Derby — Saracens vs Quins, this Sunday. No talk of “duels” here, just North vs South, as Ellie (North London) and Jess (South London) battle it out in the ultimate This or That: best football teams, landmarks, rappers, brunch spots, and stadiums — The Stoop or the StoneX? You decide. Away from the pitch, Ellie’s been living her best life — from rocking a custom NFL jersey to walking the red carpet at the Pride of Britain Awards. The girls share the most inspiring moment from the night and a few behind-the-scenes stories too 👀. Then it’s Listeners’ Questions — from shouting vs whispering, dream guests, chaotic memories, and what female players should get instead of ties plus shoutouts to the University of Chicago Women’s Rugby Team and the unstoppable Bracknell U14s Girls. The perfect warm-up for London’s biggest clash - Yeehaw! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Jess and Ellie are joined by one of the most respected officials in world rugby, Sara Cox MBE. From retiring as a young player to making history as the first female referee in Premiership Rugby, Sara’s journey is one of resilience, trailblazing and passion for the game. The trio chat through her early days finding her voice in a male-dominated field, the nerves and pride of that iconic Premiership debut, and the significance of reaching her 50th international Test. They also dive into the lighter side, the funniest moments, toughest calls, matchdays, and what fans don’t see behind the whistle. Sara opens up about being the first woman in many of her roles, collecting her MBE from Princess Anne, and what the next generation of referees can expect. It’s an inspiring, funny, and honest conversation with one of rugby’s true groundbreakers. Presented by Emirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie’s finally got her voice back (hallelujah 🙌) and both she and Jess are looking a little more bronzed, blissed-out, and maybe slightly too relaxed after their time in Dubai. From beach clubs and dune buggies to questionable tan lines and TikToks with a bored-looking Archie in the background — it’s fair to say the girls have had quite the two weeks off. They’re chatting all things post-World Cup recovery, how easy (or not) it is to “switch off,” what it’s like returning to club life after lifting the biggest trophy in women’s rugby, and what their goals are for the season ahead. PLUS — 2Truths and a Lie: Dubai Edition 🌴Who’s telling porkies? Who actually ate the weird chocolate? And who maybe got a bit too comfy at a beach club? And of course… it wouldn’t be Rugby Rodeo without LISTENERS’ QUESTIONS.This week the Rodeo faithful ask: How do you capitalise on the buzz of a Rugby World Cup win? 🏆 Ellie, what’s it like having your own Barbie doll?! What’s your toxic trait? Who would win in a fight? (We finally get an answer 👀) Finally, we’ve got SHOUTOUTS GALORE to the Sarries girls lifting the Prem Cup, Ruislip Rubies’ Zoe scoring her first ever try, and Kamloops junior girls getting their first ever W! 💪 It’s laughter, honesty, sunshine and chaos — all wrapped up in that Rodeo energy you know and love. So saddle up, press play, and as always… YEEEE-HAW! 🤠 This episode is brought to you by Emirates, the Official Partner of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Fly Better with Emirates ✈️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Ellie and Jess are back for a special Listeners’ Questions episode — and we’re diving deep. From emotional highs and tough moments, to what life’s been like since lifting that World Cup trophy, we are baring all. 💬🏆 They chat about… 🌹 Taking a step back from social media during the tournament — and why.💔 The hardest physical and emotional moments of the campaign.💫 The comedown after the World Cup high — is it real?👧 What their younger selves would say if they could see them now.💭 Quiet, off-camera moments that hit hardest.🤝 The bond between teammates, best mates, and world champions.👧🏼 Inspiring the next generation — what it really means to them. And of course, it wouldn’t be Rugby Rodeo without a bit of friendly debate as the girls crown their Emirates High Flyer of the Tournament — who soared highest on the biggest stage? 🛫 Plus, they answer YOUR questions about what’s next, how the game can keep growing, and how it feels to have captured the hearts of fans around the world. ❤️ This episode is brought to you by Emirates, the Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Emirates, an avid supporter of women’s rugby, is also a sponsor of the World Rugby Match Officials. Fly Better with Emirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rodeo studio is buzzing as World Cup winners Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach return fresh from Twickenham glory, still hoarse from the celebrations, and ready to spill all. Joined by Emma and Sarah, the team relive an unforgettable week: Canada’s ferocious start, Ellie’s game-changing try, and the pressure of 81,000 fans. The girls share what camp was like in the build-up, how they handled the weight of expectation, and the whirlwind celebrations that followed, from Battersea Power Station to tattoos for the coach. Plus, the panel pick their Emirates High Flyer of the Week, celebrate standout performances across the tournament, and reflect on how women’s rugby has changed forever after this record-breaking World Cup. Yeehaw! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohhh my word… we’ve made it! After two SENSATIONAL semi-finals (and yes, Sara’s voice still hasn’t fully recovered 🙃), we’re here to preview the BIG one: the Rugby World Cup 2025 Final. England. Canada. Two unbeaten sides. Two very different styles. One trophy on the line. We’re breaking it all down – from Canada’s offloading, high-tempo chaos to the Roses’ set-piece dominance and Zoe Harrison’s metronome boot. Can anyone stop England’s rolling maul? Can Canada’s lightning ruck speed flip the script? And what about the nerves – Red Roses in their SEVENTH straight final vs Canada’s first since 2014. Pressure or freedom? We’ll also chat individual match-winners (Ellie K, Sophie de Goede, Megan Jones, Julia Schell 👀), pick our Emirates High Flyer of the Week, catch up on the PWR Cup, and shout out the legends at every level of the game – from Rocky Clark and the Golden Girls cycling 750 miles for MND, to grassroots sides smashing their first ever wins. So settle in, because next week we’ll know who are the new Queens of the rugby world. Will it be the Red Roses or the Maple Leafs? We can’t wait. YEEE-HAW 🤠🏉✨ Brought to you by Emirates – Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Fly Better with Emirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s SEMI FINALS WEEK and Sara and Emma are breaking down all the chaos from the quarter-finals — France’s wild comeback against Ireland (and the bite that’s had everyone talking), the Black Ferns’ second-half takeover against South Africa, and whether Ireland are now ready to crash the top tier of women’s rugby... PLUS we’ve got not one, but TWO special guests joining the rodeo ring: Red Roses fly-half and ice-cold kicker Zoe Harrison, and Canada’s point-scoring machine Julia Schell. Expect big insights, plenty of laughs, and even a cheeky This or That: Canada vs UK quiz to settle once and for all whether poutine beats fish & chips. We’re also handing out our Emirates High Flyer of the Week (some serious contenders this round 👀), diving into the best rugby TikToks shaking up the women’s game, AND giving our shoutouts to the legends of the grassroots. Strap in, folks. Semi finals are here, the stakes couldn’t be higher, and we are BUZZING. 🏉✨ Brought to you by Emirates – Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Fly Better with Emirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the final rodeo of the Rugby World Cup 2025 pool stages, and Sara Svoboda and Emma Swords are saddled up to break it all down. The duo dive into the drama of the last round, pick their standout players, and size up the quarter-final matchups that are set to light up the knockout stages. They’re then also joined by 50% of the original cowboy crew Jess Breach from inside England camp to reflect on her milestone 50th cap, give the gossip from inside the team and what it means heading into the business end of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rugby World Cup group stages are nearly done and Round 2 did NOT disappoint – so we’re back in the saddle to bring you all the drama, all the tries, and all the slides... Emma & Sara break down a blockbuster weekend: 🏉 Scotland’s Quarter-Final Sealing Win – Francesca McGhie starring with two tries and a crucial charge-down, Rhona Lloyd unstoppable on the wing.🍁 Canada’s Shut-Out Statement – Sophie de Goede flawless off the tee and everywhere else.🇫🇷 France in Cruise Control – 84–5 vs Brazil, with Bianca Silva making history.🏴 Red Roses Roll On – Helena Rowland breaks the RWC points record (27!), Jess Breach bags a hat-trick and hits the 50-try milestone. We also get into the pool permutations – what Australia and USA need to sneak into the final QF spot (spoiler: the maths is not pretty for the Eagles 🦅). Plus, we hand out the Rugby Rodeo Performance of the Round award – Evie Gallagher’s 35 tackles? Sophie de Goede’s dominance? Portia Woodman-Wickliffe breaking records? Jess Breach rewriting history? You’ll have to tune in to find out… 👀 And as always, we finish with listener shoutouts – from Haywards Heath’s brand-new women’s team, to Dunfermline U18s, to Sheffield Hallamshire RUFC playing their first ever match. It’s stacked, it’s spicy, and it’s full of rodeo energy – hit play, subscribe on Spotify, and YEEE-HAW your way into the quarter-finals with us 🤠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rugby World Cup 2025 is officially underway and Emma Swords and Sara Svoboda are REELING from a blockbuster opening round. Record crowds, record TV numbers and record breaking moments on the pitch. The Red Roses running in 69 points against the USA – we break down Ellie Kildunne’s team try, who impressed most, and what needs sharpening before Samoa. Scotland’s revenge win over Wales – Francesca McGhie’s hat-trick heroics, Ireland’s best-ever RWC points haul, and Canada, Australia & New Zealand flexing early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sara Svoboda and Emma Swords are back on Rugby Rodeo to preview the Rugby World Cup’s opening weekend! They break down some of the Red Roses’ biggest challengers, from Canada’s depth to the Black Ferns’ Sevens-powered flair, and touch on USA, France, Fiji, Ireland, SA and Australia as potential dark horses. Alongside the rugby chat, the pair open up about dealing with setbacks around selection, sharing how to stay better, not bitter, and the rollercoaster of being international players. Lots more as the biggest tournament gets underway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rugby Rodeo is back for Season 2 and Emma Swords and Sara Svoboda are taking the reins while Ellie and Jess are off chasing World Cup glory in England camp! The girls break down two huge Red Roses warm-up wins over Spain and France, pick out the standout performers, and discuss how favourites England look heading into the tournament. There’s chat on some key players to watch, and how things are shaping up for the biggest tournament in the game's history. Plus, RugbyPass' Top 50 players, flashing mouthguards and lots more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the season finale of Rugby Rodeo and we’re closing things out in style from sunny Italy! Jess and Ellie reflect on how it all started, share some hilarious behind-the-scenes moments from camp, and answer some brilliant listener questions – from World Cup predictions to dream cocktails. Plenty of laughs, stories, a few emotional moments, and some well-earned shoutouts to incredible fundraisers, teammates, and rising stars. Thanks for riding with us this season – we’ll be back before you know it in a few weeks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the penultimate episode of this season, the girls spill the tea on the Red Roses’ brand new kit (spoiler: we’re obsessed), relive the chaos of a Red Roses Freshers’ Fayre — think freebies and one too many protein bar samples — and dive into the buzz as the countdown to the Rugby World Cup hits just 50 days to go! 😱 Join us for your weekly fix of try-line talk, locker room laughs and behind-the-scenes prep as the Red Roses get ready to take on the world. Don't forget to make sure you're subscribed and give us a 5 star rating if you enjoy the pod YEE-HAW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jess and Ellie give us an update inside and outside Red Roses camp. From Jess’s dad redecorating her flat while Archie’s off in Vietnam, to celeb-spotting at Queen’s tennis and debating Dan Cole’s yellow card in the Prem final, it’s a week packed with DIY, drama and national anthem guitars. Jess opens up about post-tournament recovery and missing periods, sparking an honest conversation around women’s health in rugby. Plus: chaotic kit fails, stylish teammates, fun fitness drills, and Bake Off predictions in this week’s listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rodeo is back in full swing as Jess returns to Red Roses camp and Ellie joins from rehab — and with just 69 days to go until the Rugby World Cup, the energy is building. The girls chat all things camp life, leadership, who’s bringing the vibes, and what training looks like behind the scenes. Plus: love island contenders in the squad, mental prep for a World Cup, favourite TikToks, and your listener questions — from boots to banter. It’s a full-on catch-up with laughs, honesty, and a few shoutouts to legends in the grassroots game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, we're joined by Red Roses stars Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne from inside England camp. The girls catch us up on their off-season adventures, holiday hotspots, and how they’ve been recharging away from the pitch. Listen for behind-the-scenes banter, and a peek into life as a professional rugby player during the quieter months. It’s not all tackles and training – sometimes it’s sun, sleep, and a cheeky cocktail or two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No Ellie this week… but stepping in is none other than professional rugby player Archie White — and, perhaps more notably, Jess Breach’s other half. Joining us from the Spotify Studios, Archie opens up about his bold decision to step away from the game at just 27. He shares the unusual reasons behind the move, his favourite memories on the pitch, the sacrifices he's made throughout his career — and even spills the tea on who really wears the trousers in his relationship with Jess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne are joined by Saracens and Welsh fly-half Flo Williams. But Flo isn’t just making waves on the pitch—she’s also shaping the future of the game off it, recently becoming Saracens' first-ever Creative Director in Rugby. The trio explore what rugby can learn from other sports, how the Lionesses managed to capture a nation’s heart, and why the men’s game could take a few cues from the women’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re stepping off the pitch and onto the mat this week as we sit down with Team GB Olympic bronze medallist Alice Kinsella. From flipping through pressure at Tokyo to pain in Paris, Alice gets real about what it actually takes to perform on the biggest stage, how she deals with pressure when the spotlight is on and we go deep on some of the darkest moments in her career. We talk training, triumph, setbacks and comebacks. It’s honest, it’s inspiring, and it might just be one of our best yet. Enjoy Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Roses have done it again – seven in a row and four straight Grand Slams! Jess and Ellie are back to relive a heart-stopping finale in front of a packed Allianz crowd, where France pushed England to the edge. From Joanna Grisez’s breakaway to England’s re-shuffeled backline, the girls break down whether this was a strategic stress-test ahead of RWC 2025. They dish out player shoutouts (Zoe, Abby, and a certain Scottish winger), celebrate a cowboy hat-wearing groundsman, and induct Mary Earps into the honorary Rodeo ranks. Plus, a hilarious round of “Would You Rather” reveals all – this one’s got it all. YEEEE-HAW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Jess and Ellie are back in the saddle—but not on the pitch—as they reveal they won’t be part of the Red Roses’ Grand Slam decider against France. Ellie opens up about her injury, her unexpected DJ duties in camp, and how she’s staying involved. Jess shares the emotional side of non-selection and what it means to be a true team pillar. The duo reflect on England’s lightning start against Scotland, and highlight standout performances. Looking ahead, they preview the big Allianz showdown vs France, break down some juicy stats courtesy of Opta, and debate Katie McLean’s hot take on a radical Six Nations restructure. Plus: Listener questions get wild and plenty more chat to enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jess and Ellie break down England’s big win over Ireland – including why the first half took some time to get going for England and what changed at half time. The girls share behind-the-scenes away day stories from Cork, including team meals, Guinness chats, and bus seating politics. There’s a big shoutout to Ireland's Amee-Leigh Costigan, and England's Abby Dow (50 caps!), as well as Ellie’s lightning try. Plus lots more as usual including tonnes of listener questions, and a look ahead to Scotland in Leicester – with a big showdown at Allianz against France on the horizon (and Rizzle Kicks at half time!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie & Jess join us this week from camp talking all things Six Nations fallow weeks, what do they get up to? How important is the recovery? How do they fill their downtime? We also answer LOADS of brilliant listener questions this week including BEST and WORST things about being in camp, advice on slick backs and skincare routines and Bucket List goals... IF YOU ENJOY THE POD please please leave us a 5 star review, we're currently holding a competition where if you leave us a 5 star review, let us know what you like about rugby rodeo and what you want to hear more of - take a screenshot and send it to the @rugbyrodeo instagram page you can be in with a chance of winning some of the girls Red Roses stash! YEEE-HAW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are back in the Spotify Studios! In this episode the girls breakdown the emotions behind Ellie's 50th cap, how it was playing in the Principality and share more about their personal lives from your listeners questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie & Jess join us this week from Ellie's hotel room, after the Red Roses started their Six Nations campaign with an emphatic victory against Italy. They chat about game week in Yoooooorkshire, as well as looking ahead to a massive clash against Wales this weekend at the Principality. WANT TO WIN SOME OF ELLIE & JESS'S ENGLAND KIT?? Leave us a 5 start review on whatever podcast platform you listen to us on, tell us what you love about rugby rodeo and also what you'd like to hear more of. Once you've done that, take a screenshot and send us a DM on @rugbyrodeo on instagram and at the end of the tournament we'll pick the best ones to send some stash out to! YEEEEE-HAW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rugby Rodeo crew kicks things off with a debrief of the PWR Final, where Gloucester-Hartpury claimed a 34-19 win over Saracens. The girls dive into what went wrong for Sarries, Jess's standout moments, and the raw emotions post-match. Then it's full steam ahead for the Women's Six Nations, with insights into England camp life, player ambitions, and dark horse predictions. Plus, a look at the upcoming clash against Italy in York. Listener questions bring some fun, from dream podcast guests to the loudest voices in the dressing room, before wrapping up with some wild random facts and listener questions. And don’t forget—Rugby Rodeo is now on YouTube so please give us a follow and like on there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellie is away in England camp so dials in for a catch up with Jess BUT BEFORE THAT we have Jess' Saracens teammates Zoe Harrison & Sophie Bridger to chat about the pre PWR Final nervous energy. They also discuss the hardship of coming back from serious injuries and Sophie tells her inspirational story before becoming a professional rugby player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Rugby Rodeo, Ellie and Jess break down a dramatic PWR Semi-Final clash between Sarries and Quins, reliving the highs, the world-class tries, and that emotional post-match moment. With Sarries now set to face Gloucester in the final, the duo discuss the big game. Then, it’s all things Red Roses as they check in from camp—new faces, Six Nations prep, and what they’ve been up to off the pitch. Listener questions spark debate on women’s coaching, the potential Women’s Lions tour, and even the age-old question: rugby socks high or low? Plus, Random Facts makes its return Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices