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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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Gatland's first Test selection calls, AWJ returns and no Josh Adams 22.07.2021 41:01

Matthew Southcombe is joined by Ben James and Simon Thomas to react to Warren Gatland's Lions team for the first Test against the Springboks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Adams on fire, Lions debuts and Welsh young guns 05.07.2021 40:40

Matthew Southcombe and Ben James sit down to discuss the Lions' thrashing of the Sigma Lions, their team to face the Cell C Sharks and Wales' comprehensive win over Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tour-ending injuries, Lions chaos and Jaz Joyce's Olympic dreams 28.06.2021 53:25

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Matthew Southcombe to discuss the hectic start to the Lions tour, including the tour-ending injuries of Alun Wyn Jones and Justin Tipuric and the stricter restrictions being imposed on South Africa. Also in the episode, Katie Sands speaks to Jasmine Joyce following her selection for the GB 7s team at this year's Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

The Lions tour begins, a Japanese challenge and trouble in Wales 23.06.2021 37:51

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas to react to Warren Gatland's first Lions team to face Japan, as well as the Cory Hill situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welsh rugby crisis meetings, impressive youngsters and summer call-ups 25.05.2021 40:12

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas to discuss the latest crisis talks in Welsh rugby, the first three rounds of the Rainbow Cup, the regions' business for next season and any potential new faces Wayne Pivac could look at for this summer's tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lions squad reaction: Shock inclusions, surprise omissions and justice for Scotland 06.05.2021 37:25

Ben James is joined by Alex Spink and Megan Wellens of the Daily Mirror, Michael Scully of the Irish Mirror and Gordon Parks of the Daily Record to react to the announcement of Warren Gatland's 37-man British and Irish Lions squad to tour South Africa this summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inside Wales' Six Nations triumph; Hadleigh Parkes and Callum Sheedy on how Wales went from crisis to champions 06.04.2021 33:54

Ben James is joined by Wales stars Hadleigh Parkes and Callum Sheedy for a special look at how Wales went from a terrible 2020 to 2021 Six Nations champions, with insight to what it was like in camp and how the new coaching staff have gone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hadleigh Parkes podcast: His new life in Japan, leaving Wales and being stoked for Pivac 29.03.2021 30:10

Ben James is joined by former Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes to talk about his new life in Japan, the decision to leave Wales after six years and how he's been watching Wayne Pivac's progress from afar. If you enjoy the podcast, make sure to rate it and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grand Slam heartbreak, bizarre accusations and a crazy night in Paris 21.03.2021 51:54

Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe and Simon Thomas in the aftermath of Wales' defeat to France that robbed them of a Grand Slam. There's talk of red cards, possible penalty tries, that dramatic finish and what needs to happen for Wales to win the Slam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chasing a Grand Slam and credit, a French test and the biggest week of Pivac's reign 18.03.2021 49:26

Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe and Simon Thomas to discuss Wales' team to face France in their Grand Slam decider, assess where the game could be won and lost and talk about why this Wales team isn't getting the credit it deserves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Italian job done and a Grand Slam on the cards 13.03.2021 35:05

Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe and Simon Thomas to look over Wales' comprehensive win over Italy that has set up a Grand Slam decider against France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Welsh Triple Crown, more refereeing controversy and putting 40 points on England 01.03.2021 33:52

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Mark Orders to review Wales' Triple Crown victory over England, the refereeing controversies around it and the credit that Wayne Pivac deserves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Foxy and North midfield and how Wales can beat England 25.02.2021 45:27

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Simon Thomas for the huge clash between Wales and England. With Wales on for a Triple Crown, there's plenty to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales Six Nations tactical breakdown with Geraint Davies: Defensive improvements and what comes next 19.02.2021 55:27

Ben James is joined by Geraint Davies, rugby coach and analyst, to dissect Wales' tactics so far in the Six Nations, highlight where they've improved, what challenges England will bring and what Wayne Pivac will be working on ahead of the Triple Crown clash. Geraint's brilliant analysis can be found on his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/GeraintDaviesGDD) or his Twitter (https://twitter...

Another red card, a dramatic win and the boy wonder 15.02.2021 46:27

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Simon Thomas to discuss the win over Scotland, where Wales stand after two matches of the Six Nations and how they'll be preparing for England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More injuries, the hot-stepper and Jamie Lyall on Scotland 11.02.2021 1:13:10

In a bumper podcast, Ben James is joined by Matt Southcombe and Simon Thomas to look over Wales' team to face Scotland, including even more injury woe and the potential debut of Willis Halaholo. Plus Rugbypass and XV writer and rugby commentator Jamie Lyall talks about how Scotland are approaching this after their Calcutta Cup win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Wales 21-16 Ireland review: A winning start for Wayne's second Six Nations 07.02.2021 43:20

Ben James is joined by Matt Southcombe and Simon Thomas to talk about Wales' Six Nations victory over Ireland as Wayne Pivac's side kicked off their campaign with a hard-fought win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Six Nations preview, Wales' issue with age and make or break for Pivac 03.02.2021 36:42

Ben James is joined by XV editor Owain Jones to preview the Six Nations, discuss Wales' chances in the tournament and how they might fare against Ireland on the opening weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerwyn Price, swapping rugby for darts and Wales' Six Nations squad reaction 21.01.2021 51:07

Ben James speaks to PDC Darts World Champion and world number one, Gerwyn Price on his success on the oche and his career in rugby. Also, Jon Doel, Matt Southcombe and Mark Orders react to Wayne Pivac's Six Nations squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pivac progress and the Sam Costelow hype train: Our 2021 wishlist with Squidge Rugby 04.01.2021 1:35:33

Robbie Owen, the genius behind Squidge Rugby, joins us to look ahead to 2021 and what it might hold for Wales, the regions and the British and Irish Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hughes, the 30-year-old former player just diagnosed with brain injuries 17.12.2020 40:14

Ben James is joined by special guest Adam Hughes, who is the youngest player to join the legal action against World Rugby, the RFU and the WRU over alleged negligence. Hughes has been diagnosed with brain injuries and post-concussion symptoms at the age of just 30. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Magnificent Faletau, more failings and the end of a tough 2020 for Wales 06.12.2020 37:07

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Simon Thomas to look over Wales' win over Italy and reflect on a mixed autumn campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v Italy, George North back in the centre and Wayne Pivac's views 03.12.2020 32:05

Ben James and Simon Thomas discuss the Wales team to face Italy, including George North being back in midfield. Plus we hear from Wayne Pivac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales v England reaction: Another defeat but signs of progress? 29.11.2020 35:38

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Simon Thomas to look over Wales' defeat to England. Were there signs of improvement in defeat or were expectations just very low? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big selection calls and how to beat England's defence 26.11.2020 35:31

Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas to react to the Wales v England team announcements, as well as answer listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices