The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

The Melbourne drizzle can't dampen the glow of morning glory for the Good, The Bad, and The Rugby! After a night celebrating the Lions' historic series triumph at the MCG, we're slowly piecing together the chaotic brilliance of a game that had it all. From the colossal impact of Skelton and Valetini, to the Lions' incredible 23-5 comeback, join us for a slightly fuzzy debrief of an unforgettable d...

Join Alex Payne, James Haskell, and Mike Tindall from Melbourne, with special guest Wallabies legend Justin Harrison! This raucous episode kicks off with chat about the "legends" set to clash in a charity match. The mood shifts as the hosts dive into the highly anticipated second Test between the Wallabies and the British & Irish Lions. They dissect team selections, tactical changes, and the impac...

From Marvel Stadium, the team unpacks the Lions’ narrow win over First Nations & Pacifica XV and previews the second test. Hear key analysis and who the fans think deserve a spot in the 23 for for Lions vs. Wallabies II. 🦘Melbourne Live Show https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows... 🇦🇺Sydney Live Show https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/the-g... 🧡 GBR Tour https://myticket.co.uk/artists/the-go... Wel...

Join Hask and Payno in Melbourne as they sit down with Wallabies legend Kurtley Beale. Just days before captaining the First Nations and Pasifika XV against the Lions, Kurtley opens up about his extraordinary career, the deep cultural significance of Tuesday's match, and his personal journey of resilience. The lads look back on the 1st Test in Brisbane and Kurtley gives his thoughts on Finn Russel...

Here. We. Go. Coming to you from Australia - Payno, Hask, The Lord and World Cup Winner Jeremy Paul preview Saturday’s opening test match between the Lions and Australia. Season 5 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres 00:00:00 🛞 Strap in with Continental Tyres! 00:02:12 🇦🇺 Jeremy Paul on 2001  00:05:12 🦫 JP and Hask compare Beavers 00:08:12 🎙️The GBRANZ experience! 00:13:00 🐐 Sua'ali'i could become...

Alex Payne, James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Greg Laidlaw gather poolside in Brisbane to unpack all the latest from the British & Irish Lions tour. With the first test against Australia fast approaching, the crew dive into warm-up match insights, test selection debates and a potential head to head between one of the world's best Finn Russell and rookie Tom Lynagh. 00:00:00 🛞 Strap in with Continen...

The sea of red has arrived. The British & Irish Lions rain down tries with a brutal 0-48 victory against the Invitational AUNZ. Join Graham Simmons and our very own 2017 Lion James Haskell on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby. "Simmo" and Hask dive into the details of this powerhouse performance, debating Jac Morgan’s muscle, Ben White’s showmanship, the team’s renewed co...

Graham Simmons and our very own 2017 Lion James Haskell reunite to discuss the latest Lions lineup up against the mighty Invitational AUNZ in Adelaide. The lads dive into Andy Farrell’s selections, shuffling of the pack and the Lions 24-36 victory over the Brumbies. What’s key to improving the Lions breakdown? Which centre combo will make the first Test? Do the Wallabies have an ambush planned for...

We’re joined in studio by Jonathan "Fox" Davies, a Lions legend who knows what it takes to win a series. We dissect the "very Test match feel" of the line-up for the Brumbies game and what it tells us about Farrell’s mindset going into the opening test. We delve into the crucial selection calls in the back row and centres, with Foxy offering fascinating insights from his own tours—including the in...

The British & Irish Lions survive Sydney with a slippery win against NSW Waratahs 10-21. Join Graham Simmons and former 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby. "Simmo" and "Foxy" reflect on a rough game, reacting to the Lions helter-skelter handling, striding set-piece, the Waratahs jackling prowess and what it’s like to be coached by Andy F...

Graham Simmons and 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies discuss Owen Farrell’s monumental return to the British and Irish Lions, making him the 5th player EVER to partake in 4 tours.  "Simmo" and "Foxy" sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's freshly picked Lions XV poised to face the NSW Waratahs, as well as the Lions crushing 12-52 victory over the Reds. Is Owen match ready? Is Andy Farrell playing gam...

Settle in, Dream Team! This is one of GBR’s longest and most in-depth episodes, featuring Irish and Lions legend Conor Murray. Known for his humble demeanour and cool head amidst the storms of professional rugby, Murray, offers a truly insightful look back. He shares candid reflections on three British & Irish Lions tours and four Rugby World Cups. Discover the fascinating dynamic of playing along...

The British & Irish Lions strike hot on Australian soil with a sizzling 7-54 victory against Western Force in Perth. Join Graham Simmons and former Lion Hamish Watson on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby. "Simmo" and “Mish rip into the action, reacting to the Lions blitz defence, restarts, the power of Pollock and the flair of Fin Russell. With Tomos Williams sustaining a...

Graham Simmons and 2021 Lion Hamish Watson dive into Andy Farrell's greatly anticipated second British & Irish Lions XV for the 2025 Tour. With Western Force poised to strike, the lads dissect the selections, the battle for test spots, and Farrell’s key selection changes made since Dublin. Has Farrell got the chemistry right? Massive moments await as Dan Sheehan debuts as captain and Pollock start...

This week we are honoured to host the inspirational Finlay Calder OBE, captain of the iconic 1989 British & Irish Lions! Prepare for a journey back to one of rugby's most legendary tours. Finlay, a man known for being "as hard as granite but famously humble," opens up about the raw truth behind the Lions' historic feat: coming from 1-0 down to win the series in Australia, a record that still stand...

The British & Irish Lions' tour started with a jolt as Argentina pulled off a stunning 24-28 victory in Dublin. Join Graham Simmons and former Lion Shane Horgan on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the Rugby. "Simmo" and "Shaggy" pull no punches, reacting to Andy Farrell's "unacceptable" comments and the Lions' disjointed performance. Was just early tour rust? Don't miss this analy...

Lions guru Graham Simmons and 2005 Lion Shane Horgan sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's hotly anticipated first British & Irish Lions XV for the 2025 Tour. With Argentina standing in their way in Dublin, the lads dissect the selections, the battle for test spots, and why the Pumas will be flying into this game like players possessed. From Tadhg Furlong's fitness to the emotional weight of pullin...

Join us for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with rugby royalty, Alun Wyn Jones, the most capped men's rugby player in history. From his first tour battling imposter syndrome to hoisting the Tom Richards Trophy in 2013 and captaining the 2021 tour, Alun Wyn relives all four of his iconic British & Irish Lions campaigns.  We'll delve into the physical battles, the shifting dynamics of the Lions...

This week, the lads dive deep into the Gallagher Premiership Final, an old-school clash between Bath and Leicester! Alex, Hask, and Jonny May preview the final, dissecting the semi-final victories, the contrasting coaching styles of Johann van Graan and Michael Cheika, and pick their combined XV. Plus, with the Lions away, England's summer fixtures against a France XV, USA, and Argentina are discu...

Join James Haskell from the 2025 Rugby Awards as he dives into the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals, featuring Bath v Bristol and Leicester v Sale Sharks. This episode also brings an update on Michael Tindall's new global franchise "R360" with GBR promising to deliver all the facts when the time is right. Special guest Ellis Genge shares his deeply ingrained animosity towards local rivals Bath, a...

Vive Bordeaux! Ex-England, Kenya and USA Sevens coach, Mike Friday dives into a jaw-dropping week of rugby alongside Payno and Hask. The lads debate the titanic final between Bordeaux and Northampton Saints, centring on accusations of foul play against Rugby’s greatest showman, Henry Pollock. What did our young Lion learn? & as the EPCR announce a new Club World Cup, we look to rugby’s future. Sev...

Get ready for the Investec Champions Cup final! This week, we're breaking down the Anglo-French showdown between Northampton Saints and Bordeaux, with Ben Kayser's inside track on the big-budget French side and their attacking genius Jalibert. We also delve into Bath's Gallagher Premiership dominance and their upcoming Challenge Cup Final. Plus, huge news on Red Bull's potential takeover of Newcas...

Northampton and England winger Tommy Freeman joins the pod for a laugh-out-loud, raw and at times deeply personal chat. Fresh off a Lions call-up and in red-hot form - with 15 tries in his last 10 games - Tommy reflects on the moments that shaped him, from the heartbreak of missing out on the 2023 Rugby World Cup to living with epilepsy. With Saints heading into the Investec Champions Cup Final, w...

Filmed in style at the House of Rémy Martin, this week’s episode finds Alex, Hask, and Jonny May enjoying life in Cognac-deep in wine country and not far from Bordeaux’s dismantling of Toulouse-as they unpack a seismic weekend in the Investec Champions Cup. Northampton’s young guns stun Leinster, prompting big praise for Pollock, Smith, Freeman and more. But how might the Saints’ heroics shake up...

As French club rugby thrives, English rugby finds itself at a crossroads. Alex and Tins are joined by Jonny May, Courtney Lawes, and rugby powerbroker Simon Gillham [OBE] for a timely conversation on what England can learn from across the Channel. From the dominance of ProD2 and the booming Top 14 to the structural chaos at home, the team digs into the future of the English game. Plus: Courtney’s...