The Good, The Bad & The Rugby Podcast
1) The Making of a DOR: Phil Dowson
Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson reveals the secrets behind their success, from the recruitment process to the brutal reality of cutting players. He discusses managing England stars like Henry Pol...Show More
2) The Making of a DOR: Mike Brown
Join Payno & Hask, as they chat with Mike Brown about his transition from player to Sporting Director at Esher Rugby Club. They delve into his new role, challenges, and ask for his insights on the cur...Show More
3) Marler Joins the GBR Round Table
The rugby icon turned reality star spills Traitors secrets, revealing why fellow England International Jonny May would be the ultimate Traitor. He discusses why he quit rugby, his wrestling debut as ...Show More
4) Rugby's Greatest Unions: Teague, Winterbottom, Richards
England’s iconic 90s back row - Mike Teague, Peter Winterbottom, and Dean Richards - reunite to discuss the "brutal self-policing" of their era. From surviving legendary drinking sessions with Jason L...Show More
5) Rugby v Potter: The Phelps Twins Christmas Special
Hask and Tins reunite with their old pals James and Oliver Phelps, better known as the legendary Weasley twins from Harry Potter. In the muggle world, the twins are die-hard Gloucester fans and have m...Show More
6) The Beautiful Mind of Alex Coles
Northampton and England’s Alex Coles “The Educator” looks back on the WWE-style headlock that sparked his unforgettable nickname. He breaks down the intense pressure behind pro-rugby lineout calling, ...Show More
7) State Of The Game: The Free-to-Air Revolution
Alex Payne and Mike Tindall dive into the seismic news of ITV securing the rights to the New Nations Series from 2026-2028, making them the undisputed home of English international rugby. Next year wi...Show More
8) Bismarck on his Brother, the Boks and Brutal Hits
This week, we welcome World Cup winner - and one of the most feared front-rowers in rugby history - Bismarck du Plessis! Bismarck dives deep into the legendary 2009 Lions Tour and relives the moment ...Show More
9) The Springboks - The Ultimate Pantomime Villain?
After one of the spiciest weekends in rugby, Payno and Tins are joined by Springbok legend Bob Skinstad and Ireland's Geordan Murphy to break down the chaotic Ireland v South Africa card fest and the ...Show More
10) 10 Win-Streak, 2 Drop Goals, 1 TikTok: England vs New Zealand Review
England make history by beating the All Blacks for only the 9th time in 120 years! The panel breaks down the performance, from George Ford's genius two drop goals to Ben Earl’s incredible work rate. J...Show More