Stick to Rugby

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes England and Leicester Tigers star Ollie Chessum to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, and Topsy Ojo! 🚨Ollie opens up about his incredible journey from a Leicester academy prospect to England international, the injury that nearly ended his career, and what it really took to fight his way back to fitness. 💪He lifts the lid on Lions selection shock, being made Leicester Tigers captain, and the hilarious initiation secrets from inside England and Lions camps. 🦁🏉From recovery setbacks to leadership lessons, this is an honest, funny and inspiring chat with one of English rugby’s brightest talents! 🌹🔥 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, opens with a heartfelt tribute to Lewis Moody following the devastating news of his MND diagnosis.Phil Vickery shares personal memories, and the panel reflects on Lewis’s impact on the game and the outpouring of support that’s followed.Rugby League takes centre stage as Mike McMeeken and Martin Offiah join Phil Vickery, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin to mark the return of the Ashes. Offiah looks ahead to England vs Australia and why the rivalry still matters, while McMeeken gives his take on the current squad, who to watch, and what to expect from this new era of international league.The panel also debates the biggest differences between league and union, and why so many players—like Sam Burgess, Jason Robinson and Scott himself—made the switch.Martin Offiah looks back on his favourite game and opens up about watching his son Tyler rise through the ranks. With Super League Final predictions and memories from Wembley, this is an episode full of passion, insight, and proper rugby league respect.🔔 Subscribe now and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Stick to Rugby.00:00 - Rugby League Opener01:45 - Emotional Lewis Moody Tribute07:44 - Teaser08:45 - Rugby League Quiz13:00 - Ashes Return to Rugby League19:58 - Predictions & Mal Meninga23:34 - Ones to Watch & What To Expect27:52 - Super League Grand Final 29:24 - NRL vs Super League Debate32:50 - Rugby Union vs League37:38 - Rise of Women’s Rugby League39:00 - Grand Final Predictions42:00 - Mike McMeeken’s Introduction to Rugby46:35 - Rugby League Scene50:31 - Mike McMeeken’s Biggest Challenges52:10 - Martin Offiah’s Greatest Moments55:40 - Scott Quinnell’s Rugby League Career56:45 - Scott’s Favourite Offiah Moments01:00:19 - Community Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Black Ferns star Ruby Tui—Olympic champion, World Cup winner, and one of rugby’s most electrifying voices—alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Phil Vickery, and Tom Shanklin for a conversation full of laughs, vulnerability and unforgettable stories.Ruby opens up about her upbringing in New Zealand, how sport gave her a sense of purpose, and choosing between netball and rugby. She also shares the real story of when she met King Charles at Buckingham Palace.Ruby reflects on New Zealand’s semi-final loss to Canada, her honest assessment of what went wrong, and bold predictions for the World Cup final. She also talks through the meaning of the haka, the emotional power of wearing the Black Ferns jersey, and what inspired her book Straight Up.🚨 Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!00:00 – Bread Talk, Cookbooks & Scott’s Horror Injury06:05 – Teaser07:09 – Ruby Tui Joins & Kiwi Snack Chat09:12 – Who Am I: All Blacks & Black Ferns Edition12:33 – When Ruby Met King Charles 18:11 – Growing Up in New Zealand21:35 – How Sport Gave Ruby Belonging27:35 – When Ruby Knew Rugby Was It30:48 – Weight of the New Zealand Jersey35:39 – Rio 2016 & Olympic Village Stories40:39 – Winning Olympic Gold in Tokyo42:48 – The Power of the Haka48:01 – Winning the 2021 Rugby World Cup53:01 – Losing to Canada Reaction55:50 – England vs Canada Semi-Final Preview01:01:47 – The Real Ruby & Katy Daley McLean01:05:24 – Ruby’s Memoir: Straight Up01:09:16 – Growth of the Women’s Game01:11:08 – Community Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features ex-England Sevens player and now Gladiators star Alex Gray, alongside Topsy Ojo, Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell and Tom ShanklinFrom the Newcastle Red Bulls to the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, and now starring as Apollo on Gladiators, Alex opens up about his unique journey across rugby, American football, and primetime TV.The panel dives into his transition between sports, why rugby lost him to the NFL, and whether he’d ever make a return. Alex shares what filming Gladiators was really like behind the scenes, how it pushed him physically and mentally, and the surprising pressures of fame.There’s plenty of rugby chat too—from the future of Sevens, to the talent coming through in the UK, and what it’s like forging a new identity beyond the pitch.00:00 - On the Road Again03:56 - Teaser04:46 - Behind-the-Scenes & Delicacy of the Week06:10 - How ‘Apollo’ Got His Name07:26 - True or False: Quiz10:15 - Diet, Training & Game-Ready Physique12:13 - Gladiator Names13:01 - Auditioning for Gladiators19:47 - Gladiator Pressure & Nerves23:50 - Early Life & Rugby Roots 29:44 - Topsy Ojo’s Memory of Young Alex31:58 - Switching Codes: 15s to Sevens36:00 - Rio 2016 Olympic Heartbreak 38:29 - Biggest Rugby Regret 40:13 - Women’s Rugby World Cup48:16 - First Brit to Captain an NFL Pre-Season Game54:52 - Rugby or NFL? 59:28 - Time at Bath Rugby01:03:07 - Louis Rees-Zammit’s Return to Rugby01:05:04 - Either/Or Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes broadcasting legend Clare Balding to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin. 🚨Clare opens up about her time at the heart of rugby league, why she believes the sport has fallen behind union, and what needs to change to secure its future. She reflects on the impact of the London 2012 Olympics, how it became a turning point for women’s sport, and what she’s seen since in terms of growth and visibility. 👑Away from rugby, Clare shares behind-the-scenes stories from Celebrity Traitors, the challenges of fronting huge national events, and how her passion for sport has shaped her broadcasting career. 🧐A wide-ranging and inspiring conversation with one of the most respected voices in British sport. It is NOT to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, is back with a bang as ex-special forces Jason Fox parachutes into the studio for a hard-hitting episode with Katy Daley-Mclean, Lawrence Dallaglio, Topsy Ojo and Lewis Moody just in time for the Women’s World Cup. 🪂Jason lifts the lid on covert missions, reveals SAS: Who Dares Wins intel, and debriefs us on what happened when Lawrence and his England teammates faced a brutal military-style boot camp. He also opens up about his battle with PTSD, the mission to stay authentic, and why pressure either makes or breaks you.Elsewhere, Katy and the team preview the tournament’s biggest talking points and are joined by actor Amy Nelsen, who plays Emily Valentine, the first recorded female rugby player, in Defender’s new World Cup campaign. 🏉From leadership and mental resilience to iconic rugby stories and historic moments this is a powerful episode you won’t want to miss.Over and out 🫡 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, returns with Lawrence Dallaglio and Katy Daly-McLean joined by birthday boy Topsy Ojo and England World Cup winner Lewis Moody!Lewis reflects on the moment he became the first England player in 105 years to get a red card at Twickenham, relives his 2003 World Cup memories, and reveals the truth behind his “Mad Dog” nickname, including that infamous scrap with Alex Tuilagi.Topsy opens up about scoring twice on debut against New Zealand (and still getting dropped), how close he came to joining Toulouse, and the moment he decided to give rugby one last shot on a gap year.The panel also debates the Lions’ epic comeback against Australia, whether England’s fly-half debate is finally settled, and how Maro Itoje has handled captaincy on tour.From red cards and World Cup glory to family lessons, drinking culture and missed opportunities, this is Lewis and Topsy as you’ve never heard them before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, is back as Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin, Scott Quinnell and special guest host Sarah Hunter sit down with one of Welsh rugby’s most recognisable names: Gavin Henson! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Gavin opens up about his unique career journey, from filming The Bachelor when he got called up to play for Wales, to what it really means to retire on your own terms. He lifts the lid on the routines that shaped him, his love of football (and setting up Super Fox United!), and how supporting Man United fuelled his passion for sport.The team dive into Gavin’s best memories in the Wales shirt, plus Lions predictions, playing both league and union, and the position he always loved most.Gavin also shares how The Chimp Paradox changed his mindset, why coaching can be so tough, and what he’s up to now with his company U-Test and his pub, The Fox. And yes, we couldn’t resist ranking some of his most iconic haircuts too! 💇‍♂️One of rugby’s most fascinating characters, opening up on fame, football, fond memories and future plans.🚨🔔 Subscribe now and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.