Rugby Unity

As Formula One surges in global popularity, what can rugby learn from its playbook? In this episode of Rugby Unity, your co-hosts David Pembroke and Eddie Jones break down how the world’s most traditional team sport can evolve without losing its soul. From Antoine Dupont buying into US rugby to Ilona Maher pulling crowds in Canberra, we look at the power of personalities—and what it means for grow...

The Rugby World Cup is heading to the US—but is the sport ready to thrive in the world’s most competitive market? This week, Eddie and Pemby unpack what’s really happening with rugby in America. From college comps and culture clashes to missing grassroots systems, they explore why success will take more than a broadcast deal and a bold logo. Then, it’s time to talk TMO. Has technology gone too far...

The Lions have roared, and the rugby world is watching. This week on Rugby Unity, Eddie and David go deep—on selections, sustainability, and the soul of the game. First, Eddie shares his take on the 2025 Lions squad and explains why the Maro Itoje captaincy is a story of personal growth, not controversy. He also discusses the strategic intricacies that could define the Lions' campaign. Meanwhile,...

The British & Irish Lions are coming. Bringing 40,000 fans and a squad determined to make history. Your co-hosts, Eddie Jones and David Pembroke break down what the Lions must get right to win in Australia — and what the Wallabies need to do to stop them. Eddie shares insights from past tours, the importance of selection, resilience, cohesion and why this series could change the future of rugb...

EDDIE is back – but not like before. Eddie Jones and David Pembroke reunite to launch Rugby Unity by taking us back to where it all unravelled. The Wallabies’ 2023 World Cup collapse, the media firestorm, the Japan job rumours, and what really went down behind the scenes. Eddie speaks openly for the first time since walking away, owning what went wrong, defending what didn’t, and revealing the str...

An important update from David Pembroke on the future of EDDIE the podcast. As Eddie entered camp this past week it became evident that his life and schedule were about to become very busy. With enormous gratitude for your support and listening, it's goodbye for the moment. As always - go The Wallabies! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

A week since Eddie made his selection for the Wallabies squad and he's gearing up for their first camp ahead of their test match against South Africa in July. This week he shares how he plans on getting not only his players but his staff on the same page. Then Eddie gives his takeaways from last weeks Super Rugby and his predictions for the week ahead before we close off talking about the South Af...

The moment has arrived and Eddie Jones has selected his first Wallabies team for this Rugby World Cup year and in this episode we explore the way Eddie approached his picks and what he wants to get out of the team. Then we take a look over Super Rugby and Swedish Rugby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the two Rugby codes have come to a head with NRL player Joseph Sua'ali'i signing a deal to play ARU in 2025, Eddie shares his thoughts. Plus Wallaby selection is getting close and Eddie shares details on how the team will be built. And then we take a look at Super Rugby and Japanese Rugby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Eddie's Europe trip is come to an end but this week he's been at World Rugby's - Shape Of The Game discussing important changes to International Rugby as the code heads towards The World Cup later this year, and he shares what's hot topic at the conference. We also get a wrap up of the Six Nations, and Eddie comments on each teams prospects for the The World Cup. Finally Eddie and David discuss th...

Eddie joins from England, where he's been spending time with Everton Football Club and he explains what he learns from observing other sporting codes. We also hear his thoughts on the England v France, and why England fell apart. And without WIFI (or clothes) for the past 5 days Eddie wasn't able to catch this weeks Super Rugby but he gives his quick thoughts on the results.  See omnystudio.com/li...

Eddie's over in France inspecting the Wallabies World Cup training facilities and he explains what makes for a good home away from home during a Rugby tournament. And then we jump straight into the super round of Rugby at AAMI Park in Melbourne, and that cheeky fan who stole a picture of Eddie drafting his world cup team. Then we are back onto the Guinness Six Nations as we head into the final two...

This week Eddie Jones and David Pembroke dive into the first round of Super Rugby. With a keen eye across the games, Eddie reveals which teams and players have impressed and how the recent law changes make for a better game. Starting today (March 3rd) is the Super Round at AAMI Park and Eddie will be on the ground all weekend, he gives you his picks. And the Six Nations was action packed last week...

There's electricity in the air for Rugby fans as the Six Nations returns from fallow week and the Super Rugby kicks off. Eddie shares his thoughts on the law changes to come into effect this season and gives his predictions for the first round of games. Then we are back onto the Six Nations where it's a make or break weekend for a few teams, Eddie shares his predictions for round three. See omnyst...

The 2023 Super Rugby season has only just begun to fire up, but Eddie already has his sights set on The Wallabies first match versus South Africa in July and shares a rare insight into the preparation that goes into international rugby. Plus Eddie reveals some of the world class coaches from many different sporting codes that he catches up with regularly to share and learn from and then Pemby hold...

Eddie spent his week travelling regional Australia collecting the information he needs to form the Australian Wallabies team he's taking to the World Cup in France later this year. And it was a thriller first round of the Guinness Six Nations, and Eddie breaks down England's loss to Scotland and dissects the forms of each team heading in to round two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Each week Australian Wallabies coach Eddie Jones and friend and journalist David "Pemby" Pembroke will give you insights into the game of Rugby Union you won't get anywhere else. In this episode, we dive into Eddie Jones' return to the helm of the Australian Wallabies. Eddie has his crosshairs strongly placed on the Rugby World Cup in September, and we discuss his plan to get there. After that, we...

This is EDDIE, the show that brings you unmatched analysis, insights and knowledge into the greatest game in the world, Rugby Union.  Each week Eddie Jones and David Pembroke will discuss Australian, International and Test Rugby in the lead-up to the Rugby World Cup. Eddie Jones plans on taking The Wallabies all the way, and EDDIE is where you'll be able to follow the journey. See omnystudio.com/l...