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The Welsh Rugby Podcast

The Welsh Rugby Podcast

Join Wales Online rugby writers Ben James and Steffan Thomas for the latest news, analysis and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby. With plenty of guests making an appearance, it'll be the podcast with its finger truly on the pulse of the game in Wales.

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Join Wales Online rugby writers Ben James and Steffan Thomas for the latest news, analysis and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby. With plenty of guests making an appearance, it'll be the podcast with its finger truly on the pulse of the game in Wales.

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Dragons' European run and more WRU drama

Apr 16, 202640 min

Change at the top of the WRU - but what happens next?

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss WRU chair Richard Collier-Keywood's impending departure, the Ospreys' future at St Helen's and this weekend's European knockout matches. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 1, 202637 min

A Six Nations win at last! And the usual Welsh rugby politics

Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss Wales' win over Italy to end the Six Nations on a high, as well as the upcoming EGM. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 202645 min

Positivity grows - so can Wales end the wait for a win?

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the 27-17 defeat to Ireland in Dublin and look at whether Wales could earn their first Six Nations win in three years this weekend. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202633 min

Defeat again, but signs of progress?

Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss Wales' 26-23 defeat to Scotland, as well as the news that Peter Murchie has been appointed defence coach. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 202636 min

Another hammering - when can Wales be competitive again?

Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the 54-12 defeat to France in Cardiff, as well as looking ahead to this weekend's clash with Scotland. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202648 min

Wales team to face France and the England debrief

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss Wales' team to face France, as well as the woeful performance against England at Twickenham. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee 🌍 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 202634 min

England v Wales preview: Off-field drama and a tough start to the Six Nations

Ben James is joined by Daily Mail writer Alex Bywater to discuss Wales' Six Nations opener against England, as well as the off-field issues with the Ospreys. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 4, 202637 min

The week from hell and a Six Nations launch to follow

Ben James and Steffan Thomas break down a manic week in Welsh rugby, with the Ospreys' future plunged into uncertainty, while we also hear from Wales captain Dewi Lake and coach Steve Tandy from the Six Nations launch in Edinburgh. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 202653 min

More EGM talk, European shambles and an old face returns

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the latest goings on in Welsh rugby - including the current standstill over a move to go down to three teams, Nigel Davies' return to the Scarlets and the final round of European pool matches. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 202634 min

New Year, same crisis

Ben James and Steffan Thomas start 2026 with news of an EGM as the uncertainty in Welsh rugby continues, while they also cast an eye over the festive derbies. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 7, 202647 min

Goodbye Jac and Dewi - what now for Welsh rugby?

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the weekend's results, as well as the news that both Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake will join Gloucester next season. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 202533 min

Trystan Bevan: Where Wales went wrong and how to fix Welsh rugby

Steffan Thomas speaks to former Cardiff head of performance Trystan Bevan to review Wales' defeat to South Africa and what needs to happen to get Welsh rugby back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 202533 min

A debut for Deaves and more off-field mess

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Wales team to face New Zealand, as well as more off-field drama in Welsh rugby. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 202524 min

Jonah and Wales

10 years on from his passing, Ben James speaks to Kingsley Jones, Josh Navidi, Mark Jones, Rhys Williams and Xavier Rush about Jonah Lomu's impact on Welsh rugby. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 18, 202536 min

Wales team to face Japan: LRZ is back

Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Wales team to face Japan this weekend. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 13, 202530 min

Wales 28-52 Argentina: A tough start for Steve Tandy...

Ben James and Steffan Thomas reflect on Wales' autumn defeat to Argentina in Cardiff, as the Steve Tandy era began with a loss. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 202539 min

Jarrod Evans: Life inside Steve Tandy's Wales camp as new era begins

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WalesOnline Rugby correspondent Steffan Thomas sits down with Wales outside-half Jarrod Evans ahead of this Sunday's clash with Argentina. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 7, 202516 min

The key decisions facing Steve Tandy ahead of Wales' autumn opener

Steffan Thomas and The Observer rugby writer Ben Coles sit down to discuss Wales' prospects and who Steve Tandy should select for autumn opener against Argentina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 5, 202540 min

'An utter shambles' - Four becomes three

Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the Welsh Rugby Union's plans to cut from four teams to three and how that will affect Steve Tandy's first autumn in charge. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 202533 min
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