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The Welsh Rugby Podcast

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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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Meeting the new boss: Wayne Pivac's first press conference 19.11.2019 36:56

WalesOnline rugby writer Matt Southcombe returns from Japan to host the show alongside Andy Howell. The pair were up at Wales HQ today to talk to new Wales boss Wayne Pivac and his new coaching staff. You can here from Pivac, Jonathan Humphries and Stephen Jones on this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Injury double blow, Wales and Scarlets' solutions and Europe preview 13.11.2019 49:30

Ben James is joined by Andy Howell to look at the injury double blow that has seen Rhys Patchell and Jonathan Davies ruled out with long-term injuries, how it will affect Wales and the Scarlets, plus they look ahead to the first weekend of European action. You can now follow the Welsh Rugby Podcast on Twitter with the handle @Welshrugbypod For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.c...

What's going wrong at the Ospreys, gritty Scarlets and Wales hopefuls 12.11.2019 46:01

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to go over the weekend's rugby action. The Ospreys' early-season crisis, the Scarlets' impressive form, the Dragons' promising signs and the Cardiff Blues' much-needed confidence boost are all on the agenda - plus the players who have put their hand up for selection for Wales' match with the Barbarians later this month. For information regarding...

Saracens no-show, Chris Robshaw, Adam Jones, Dan Lydiate and Ellis Jenkins 06.11.2019 47:53

The World Cup may be over but it's still been a busy week in the rugby world. Saracens have been found guilty of breaking salary cap rules, being docked 35 points and fined £5m. The club didn't turn up at the Champions Cup launch, but Ben James did. He caught up with a host of rugby stars including Chris Robshaw, Adam Jones, Chris Boyd, Dan Lydiate and Ellis Jenkins. For information regarding your...

Warren Gatland and Wales: A podumentary 03.11.2019 49:57

With Warren Gatland's time with Wales at an end, Ben James speaks to past players, coaches and friends of the coach to build a picture of what made him so special in a special documentary podcast episode of the Welsh Rugby Podcast For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fourth place, missing defence and the end of the Gatland era 01.11.2019 40:37

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look over Wales' 40-17 defeat against New Zealand in Japan and reflect on the end of the Warren Gatland era. Wales' defensive issues and the World Cup final are also on the agenda. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v New Zealand teams, haka fines and what the future holds 30.10.2019 37:35

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look at Warren Gatland's last ever Wales team as the Kiwi named his 23 for Friday's match with New Zealand. There's plenty else on the agenda, with the World Cup final, England's haka fine and what the future holds all discussed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Semi-final heartbreak, missed opportunities and Warren Gatland 27.10.2019 40:09

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to pick apart Wales' agonising 19-16 defeat to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals. We also hear the post-match thoughts of Wales coach Warren Gatland and captain Alun Wyn Jones. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ellis Jenkins Live podcast: A night at the Arms Park with the Cardiff Blues and Wales flanker 25.10.2019 1:08:17

Ben James, Simon Thomas, Andy Howell and Jon Doel are joined by Cardiff Blues and Wales flanker Ellis Jenkins for a very special live edition of the podcast at the Cardiff Arms Park. In front of a live audience, they look ahead to Wales v South Africa. Some of the audience questions were not fully picked up by the microphones. We've tried our best to salvage it but we apologise for the quality in...

Injuries, semi-finals and how to beat South Africa 24.10.2019 51:18

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to bring you the latest on the Rugby World Cup, Premier Sports Sean Holley talks about his time in Japan, what he has seen from the tournament and the PRO14.Sean Holley is part of the Premier Sports team which includes Ross Harries, Eddie Butler, Lauren Jenkins and Hugo Southwell for its live coverage of Dragons v Glasgow Warriors in the Guinness...

World Cup semi-finals, red cards and plenty of nerves 20.10.2019 31:04

Ben James and Simon Thomas sit down to catch their breath and take stock as Wales secured their place in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a dramatic win over France in Oita. There's plenty to talk about as we reflect on a second quarter-final win in Warren Gatland's reign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Serge Betsen, injury relief and unpredictable France 18.10.2019 37:25

Ben James and Andy Howell are joined by former France back-rower Serge Betsen and French journalist Clement Brossard, who works for RMC, to talk Wales v France as the two nations prepare to meet in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. There's predictions and analysis plus a quick look at the other three knockout matches ahead this weekend. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.co...

Japan Special: Matt Southcombe brings the latest from Japan 15.10.2019 32:51

WalesOnline's man in Japan Matt Southcombe is joined by columnist and Welsh Rugby legend Mike Phillips on this episode of the podcast. Westgate Sports Agency reporter Alex Bywater, whose work can be found in various national newspapers, is also on the pod to discuss what life is really like on tour in Japan. Matt and Alex discuss how Wales have gone so far in the tournament, the reasons to be chee...

Wales v Uruguay reaction, Japan v Scotland and a French quarter-final 13.10.2019 27:21

Ben James and Andy Howell look back over Wales' final pool match against Uruguay, pick out who impressed and cast their eye over the upcoming quarter-final against France. Japan's victory over Scotland is also on the agenda. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Typhoons, 13 changes and unfamiliar positions 11.10.2019 50:52

Ben James is joined by Daily Mirror rugby correspondent Alex Spink to talk Super Typhoon Hagibis and the impact it's having on the World Cup, while Matthew Southcombe and Andy Howell give their thoughts on the Wales team to face Uruguay. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Squidge special: YouTube, Sam Warburton and the Rugby World Cup 10.10.2019 1:15:01

Ben James is joined by Robbie Owen, the brains behind rugby YouTube channel, Squidge Rugby. On an extra-long episode, they talk about getting Sam Warburton's approval, comedy inspirations, where they hone their rugby analysis and answering fan questions. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v Fiji reaction: Quarter-final spot, Super Typhoon and injury worries 09.10.2019 42:17

Ben James is joined by RugbyPass writer Owain Jones, as well as podcast regulars Simon Thomas and Andy Howell, to look back on Wales' 29-17 win over Fiji that secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. With yellow cards, disallowed tries, copious injuries and Super Typhoon Hagibis all on the agenda, it promises to be a jam-packed episode. For information regarding your data privacy, visi...

Xavier Rush, Mike Phillips and the Wales team to face Fiji 07.10.2019 44:45

Ben James and Simon Thomas chat to Cardiff Blues and New Zealand legend Xavier Rush, while Matthew Southcombe talks to Mike Phillips after Wales named their team to face Fiji. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup trends, Welsh back-row and Fiji's threats 04.10.2019 47:38

Ben James and Simon Thomas are joined by Cardiff Blues coach John Mulvihill and Telegraph rugby writer Charlie Morgan to talk World Cup tactical trends, the Welsh back-row and the threat that Fiji could pose For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Shanklin special: High tackles, podcasts, David Brent and the PRO14 01.10.2019 43:26

Ben James is joined by Tom Shanklin to talk Wales' World Cup campaign, the PRO14, his comedy tastes and how he's become a podcasting star. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v Australia reaction: Nerveless Patchell, Gareth Davies and James Hook's verdict 29.09.2019 41:58

Ben James is joined by Wales and Ospreys star James Hook to look back on Wales' 29-25 victory over Australia in the World Cup. Simon Thomas and Andy Howell also offer their thoughts and analysis. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unchanged Wales, more high tackle controversy and why the Wallabies are circling the wagons 27.09.2019 51:53

Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe, Simon Thomas and Sydney Morning Herald Georgina Robinson to look at Wales and Australia's teams ahead of their Rugby World Cup clash. There's also more on the continued headlines being given to high tackles which continue to dominate the tournament in Japan. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choi...

Mike Phillips on Georgia, Gareth Davies and why Wales will beat Australia 25.09.2019 11:40

Matthew Southcombe is joined by WalesOnline columnist and former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips in a bonus podcast to look back over the win over Georgia, who impressed and what Wales need to do to beat Australia. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v Georgia reaction: Bonus point start, Howley backlash and Cory Hill bombshell 23.09.2019 37:23

Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to look back over Wales' 43-14 win over Georgia in their opening Rugby World Cup match. Cory Hill's injury latest is also discussed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dropping Moriarty, AWJ's record and learning from Australia v Fiji 21.09.2019 38:45

Host Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas in the studio and Matthew Southcombe in Japan to look over Wales' team to face Georgia. Australia's win over Fiji is also looked at and what Warren Gatland will have learned from the clash between their pool rivals. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices