Rugby Legends with Arthur Dickins

In this episode of Rugby Legends, Arthur Dickins is joined by Tommy Freeman, one of the most exciting backs in world rugby. Fresh from a remarkable rise that has taken him from academy rejection to the very pinnacle of the game, Tommy shares the lessons, setbacks and experiences that shaped his journey. Tommy looks back on his early sporting life, from football and hockey to discovering rugby and eventually falling in love with the game. He opens up about being a late developer, struggling ph...

Kenny Logan joins Rugby Legends for a brilliant, honest conversation that moves far beyond career highlights. From Scotland’s current Six Nations challenge to the reality of life before professionalism, this episode gives young players and long-time rugby fans a rare look at how the game has changed through the eyes of someone who lived both eras. Very early in the conversation, Kenny gives a sharp view on where Scottish rugby sits now, why Ireland has become the biggest problem, and what mod...

In this episode of Rugby Legends, Arthur Dickins is joined by James Haskell, one of the most recognisable personalities English rugby has produced. A former England and Wasps flanker with 77 caps, James is also now one of the voices behind The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, and a performer in a whole new world as a DJ. James takes Arthur right back to the beginning, including the hilarious moment his mum lied about his age and signed him up early at Maidenhead Rugby Club. From scoring his fir...

In this episode of Rugby Legends, Arthur Dickins sits down with England World Cup winner and three-time British & Irish Lion, Will Greenwood, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, learning, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of getting better. Will reflects on life beyond the pitch, from his early days balancing amateur rugby with a career in banking, to his current role in the world of artificial intelligence. He explains how elite sport prepares you for the real world, why ...

Inside this special Rugby Legends episode, Arthur sits down with England fullback Freddie Steward for a conversation that lifts the curtain on elite rugby life. From inside jokes at Pennyhill Park to the toughest opponents he has ever faced, this episode offers young players real insight into what the pathway to the top truly feels like. Freddie shares how England camp really works behind the scenes, the pressure that comes with international selection, and the moments that make it all worthw...

Lewis Moody, also known as “Mad Dog,” joins Arthur Dickins on Rugby Legends to share stories from his journey as one of England’s fiercest flankers. From his first tackles as a five-year-old to winning the 2003 Rugby World Cup, Lewis opens up about the mindset, sacrifices, and lessons that shaped his career. In this episode, Lewis talks about balancing multiple sports before committing fully to rugby, how an accidental position switch from centre to flanker transformed his future, and what it...

Jim Hamilton, former Scotland lock and British & Irish Lion, joins Arthur Dickins on Rugby Legends to share his journey from football pitches in Coventry to the world’s biggest rugby stages. Jim talks openly about his late start in rugby, the struggles of learning skills at speed, and the setbacks that shaped his career. From Leicester to Saracens, and 63 Scotland caps, he reveals the brutal truths of injuries, leadership, and what it takes to survive at the top. This episode also dives i...

Ugo Monye’s journey from a 13-year-old beginner to an England winger, British & Irish Lion, and TV presenter is packed with lessons for young players. In this Rugby Legends episode, Arthur Dickins sits down with Ugo to uncover the mindset, habits, and values that helped him succeed on and off the pitch. Ugo shares how belief was the turning point in his career, why backing yourself matters more than raw talent, and the role fun has played in every stage of his life. He reflects on career ...

David Flatman isn’t your average rugby legend. He’s honest, funny, and absolutely packed with stories from his playing days and beyond. In this episode, he breaks down the reality of pro rugby—injuries, team dynamics, and the mental grind most fans never get to see. From being forced into a position he didn’t choose, to handling heartbreaks like missing out on World Cup squads, Flatman’s story shows the raw side of rugby. But it’s not all heavy—he brings his signature humour and straight talk...

What makes someone give up one dream to chase another? In this episode, Ollie Lawrence shares how he left behind a promising football future to go all-in on rugby—and went pro at just 16. He talks about the pressure of making that decision, and how his childhood heroes helped shape his playing style. We get into what it really takes to play centre at the highest level—plus the lesser-known skills that separate the good from the great. Ollie breaks down the advice that stuck with him, how he b...

Arthur Dickins sits down with one of the biggest minds in rugby—Steve Borthwick, England head coach and former international captain. From his early playing days to standing at the front of the national team, Steve shares the lessons that made him who he is. In this episode, Steve compares coaching to playing, and which one really pushed him more. He talks about how he picked his position, how to handle nerves before a game, and the right way to bounce back after a performance you’re not prou...

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