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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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Episodes

Changes for Lions, a decisive Test and a spiteful tour

Matthew Southcombe is joined by Mark Orders and Ben James out in Cape Town to preview the decisive third Test between the Lions and South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 04, 202132 min

First Test victory, changes made and Rassie fireworks

Matthew Southcombe is joined by Simon Thomas and our man in South Africa, Ben James, to discuss the first Test victory for the Lions, as well as all the fallout in the following days.It should be noted this was recorded before Rassie Erasmus' hour-long video.If you do enjoy the podcast, make sure to subscribe and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 202151 min

Josh Adams on fire, Lions debuts and Welsh young guns

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 05, 202141 min

Tour-ending injuries, Lions chaos and Jaz Joyce's Olympic dreams

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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 28, 202153 min

Welsh rugby crisis meetings, impressive youngsters and summer call-ups

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25, 202140 min

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

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 06, 202137 min

Grand Slam heartbreak, bizarre accusations and a crazy night in Paris

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 202152 min

The Italian job done and a Grand Slam on the cards

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 202135 min

A Foxy and North midfield and how Wales can beat England

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 202145 min

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

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.com/daviesGDD) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19, 202155 min

Another red card, a dramatic win and the boy wonder

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 202146 min

More injuries, the hot-stepper and Jamie Lyall on Scotland

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11, 20211 hr 13 min

Gerwyn Price, swapping rugby for darts and Wales' Six Nations squad reaction

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 202151 min

Adam Hughes, the 30-year-old former player just diagnosed with brain injuries

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 202040 min

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

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 202036 min

The losing streak is over, a scrappy performance and who should face England?

Ben James is joined by Mark Orders and Simon Thomas to discuss Wales' 18-0 win over Georgia. The performance of the new faces is on the agenda as well as who should face England next week.If you've enjoyed the podcast, make sure you subscribe to never miss out. Why not drop us a review while you're there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 202036 min
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