Show overview
The Rugby Pod has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 509 episodes, alongside 53 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 540 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 9th season.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 55 min and 1h 14m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. Roughly 30% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 months ago, with 34 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 68 episodes published. Published by The Ringer.
From the publisher
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 week.
Latest Episodes
View all 509 episodes#48 Season Finale, England's Revenge in Argentina, Red Mist & Missed Red Cards, and Nations Champ Verdict
#47 Scotland Reveal Blueprint to Challenge Boks, England Thrash Fiji and Ireland Target Eden Park History
#46 Boks Batter England, Ireland’s Thriller Down Under, Scotland Fly & John Smit Joins
#45 North v South - Nations Championship Preview, Bok Mind Games & 500 Not Out
#44 Saints Crowned Kings of the Prem & Leinster Batter The Bulls in URC Finale
#43 Prem Semi Shockers: Exeter Rebuild, Saints Attack on Fire, From Bottom to Top with Callum Chick & a FIERY URC Final
#42 Inside England’s Dressing Room with Cadan Murley, Prem Top 4 Down to the Wire & URC Semi’s Scraps
#41 Shaun Edwards Shock, State of Origin, Prem Playoffs & URC Semi Showdowns
#40 France Sweep Europe, Leo Under Pressure, Spying Scandals & Diamond’s Crisps Rant
#39 URC Race to 8, Doping Scandals & Rugby Reset Rumours
#38 RFU Back Borthwick, URC Play-Off Race Heats up, Leicester Smash Saints
#37 Broadcast Bias - Controversy Rocking Rugby and Leinster & Ulster Return to Finals
#36 The Champ Story You Need to Hear and URC & Prem Title Races Blown Wide Open
#35 Rivalries Boil Over, Rugby Millionaires & Fly Half Journeyman Billy Searle
#34 Bath’s Bomb Squad Delivers, Leinster Click Late, & Glasgow Stunned
#33 Knockout Rugby Delivers, SA Teams OUT Already, Quarter Final Previews
#32 Big Match Weekend: Drama at Villa Park, Sarries Fade & Wilson's Chase
After a blockbuster Big Match weekend, the lads dive into all the Premiership action as Leicester blow Gloucester away, Northampton edge Saracens in a statement win, Quins finally snap their losing streak with a gritty performance at Bristol and Bath’s comeback win over Sale. We’re also joined by former England international Mark Wilson, who shares an unbelievable story from completing the brutal Bob Graham Round and life after rugby. Plus, a look at all the URC action and looking ahead to the Champions Cup and all the latest news from around the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#31 Springbok Verdict on Six Nations | Domestic Rugby Returns, Glasgow Go Top & Bath Dominate
Domestic rugby is back and there’s plenty to get stuck into this week. Glasgow go top of the URC after a big win again Leinster, Leicester move into the Prem top three with a win over Bristol, and Gloucester add to a tough run for Quins. Plus we cover Bath’s huge win against Saracens and Exeter’s push into the top four. We’re also joined by Springbok centurion and World Cup winner Jean de Villiers, who gives his take on the Six Nations, England’s struggles, Irish rivalry, and how the northern hemisphere stacks up against the Boks. Settle back, enjoy, and make sure you’re subscribed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#30 Super Saturday Drama: England Click but Fall Short, Ireland's Rebuild & Wales Breathe Fire
Three teams in the hunt on Super Saturday and it all comes down to a Frenchman’s boot in a 48–46 classic in Paris. Bigs was in the stadium for one of the all-time atmospheres as England finally clicked… but still found a way to lose it. Is it progress or same old story? Ireland quietly rebuilt after early pressure, found depth, and may have solved their fly-half headache. And Scotland… was this their best shot at a title gone begging? The lads get into it all and lots more. Plus Wales finish strong, Italy crash back to earth, and we wrap what has probably been one of the greatest Six Nations Championships of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#29 Attacking Rugby | Sam Vesty & Dan Biggar Break Down England & Modern Attacks
Former England and Leicester player, and now one of the most coveted attack coaches in the game, Sam Vesty joins Bigs for a deep dive into the state of modern attacking rugby. The lads give their take on England’s misfiring attack and kicking strategy, why they’re struggling to convert chances in the 22, and whether confidence or system is the bigger issue. Vesty also talks about player connections in coaching, the impact of Premiership rugby on international readiness, and the growing trend of utility backs in the modern game. From Ireland’s layered attacking shape to Scotland’s impressive Six Nations form and France’s apparent chaos that somehow produces magic, the conversation breaks down what makes the best attacks tick. Bigs and Rob also take a look at the final round of Six Nations and preview what promises to be a nervous day with the Championship and Wooden Spoon up for grabs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices